2 bedroom, 2 bathroom ground floor apartment in a secure & prestigious development on the banks of the Kingsbridge estuary in South Devon. Private terrace, ideal to watch the nearby water & countryside beyond. Allocated parking, EV charging points & communal landscaped gardens. Slipway access for guests bringing kayaks/SUP. Beaches, the SW Coast Path & the towns of Salcombe, Dartmouth & Totnes are all in easy reach! A super retreat for a Devon holiday!
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Communal entrance lobby to front door.
Entrance hall. Lounge/dining room with 2 sofas, Smart TV, table to seat up to 4, 2 further chairs situated to make the most of the stunning water views from the large picture windows. Glazed door to the patio and garden. Kitchen/breakfast room with electric hob, electric oven, under-counter fridge with ice box, microwave, washing machine, and full-size dishwasher. Master bedroom with 5ft king-size bed, fitted wardrobe, and lovely estuary views. En-suite bathroom with bath and rainwater shower over (with additional hand-held shower attachment), basin, WC and heated towel rail. Bedroom two with 4ft6 double bed, fitted wardrobe and lovely estuary views. Family shower room with large step-in shower cubicle with non slip surface (a small step up as seen in photos), basin, WC and heated towel rail.
The Moorings is a two bedroom, well presented, ground floor apartment in the popular, waterside development 'The Moorings' in picturesque Kingsbridge, South Devon. A private terrace leads out to level communal gardens for guests to enjoy the water and countryside views. There is exclusive estuary access for those keen to take their own kayaks and SUPs direct from The Moorings. Good sandy beaches and access to the South West Coast Path within 5 miles.
The Moorings itself is an impressive development situated on the water’s edge of the beautiful Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary and occupies probably the best situation in Kingsbridge. Set in attractive, shared, landscaped and enclosed gardens alongside the estuary, with occasional seating providing an idyllic spot to appreciate the views. The wooded banks and meadows on the opposite side are a designated area of outstanding natural beauty. Electric gates secure the entrance to The Moorings and there are designated parking spaces for each apartment and further visitor parking too.
The town, a short walk, approximately one third of a mile on the level along the embankment, has a wide range of interesting shops, restaurants, pubs and a leisure centre.
Please Note:
May be suitable for those with walking disabilities. Please discuss property’s suitability prior to booking
Regret, no children under 5 years however babes in arms welcome.
Pets are strictly not permitted at this apartment.
Outside
Private patio area overlooking the estuary with table and chairs. Beautiful communal gardens surround the waterside development.
Access to the Estuary and Water Sports Equipment There is a small slipway from the communal garden area directly to the estuary which guests are welcome to use. Should you wish to bring water sports equipment (paddleboards/kayaks etc) with you, there is a gravel area at the far end of the garden, overlooking the estuary, with a chain attached to the wall where you can store equipment whilst you are staying at the apartment.
The local area
The lively market town of Kingsbridge sits in a picturesque position in the heart of the South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and also at the head of the stunning Kingsbridge/Salcombe Estuary. The waterside town is surrounded by green rolling landscape, and is popular amongst walkers and watersports enthusiasts alike, with paddle boarders and kayakers being a common sighting on the town's waters, as well as sailing dinghies and motor boats.
Beach lovers will be spoilt for choice with so many excellent beaches within an easy drive of the town, including Hope Cove, Bantham, Bigbury-on-Sea, Slapton Sands, Blackpool Sands, Beesands, Mill Bay and the beaches at Salcombe's North and South Sands – to name just a few!
With a range of restaurants and pubs as well as a good selection of shops and two supermarkets, Kingsbridge has plenty to offer visitors. For a beautiful day out, take a cruise on the seasonal Rivermaid ferry up the estuary to Salcombe to spend a day on one of Salcombe’s stunning beaches, or pottering around the sailing mecca's shops, cafés and restaurants.
For all-weather family fun, head to Woodlands Theme Park with its massive indoor soft play areas and rides, or check the pool and sports timetables at the Quayside Leisure Centre. Kingsbridge is also home to Kings Cinema, (formerly known as the Reel Cinema) a three-screen cinema, perfect for catching new releases as well as some older classics and indie films.
Throughout the summer months, the town hosts various events and markets that make for a pleasant day out for all the family. The annual fair week provides daily fun activities whilst the popular Food and Music Festival is a wonderful celebration of local talent and produce, with some big names thrown in.
A holiday cottage in Kingsbridge offers a relaxed get-away in beautiful surroundings whilst being perfectly placed with a fantastic selection of places to eat and drink on your doorstep.
Parking
Designated parking space for one car.
Visitor's parking spaces available for a 24 hour stay only. Video entry phone.
There are two Electric Vehicle (EV) charge points located in the visitor’s car parking area.
The EV charge points are supplied by Intelligent Charging Systems and are operated via a mobile phone App called 'Charge Assist'. The ‘Superfast’ 11kW, Mode 3 charge points with Type 2 sockets enable any EV to be fully charged within 4 hours. To this end, no vehicle should be parked in an EV space for more than 4 hours between 8am and 10pm or a maximum of 10 hours between 10pm and 8am. EV owners should provide their own cable with Type 2 plug. The current rate is 38.5p per kWh. Please note the rates are subject to change and are reviewed regularly.
Additional information
Included: Bed linen, towels and a few beach towels provided, electric thermostatically controlled radiators.
Wi-Fi
Mobile reception is good but please check with your provider prior to booking.
Pets: Pets are not permitted at this property.
Electric vehicles: There are two electric vehicle charging points located in the visitors parking area. See parking section for details.
Short Breaks: Mon-Fri or Fri-M, throughout the letting season.
Local Facillities: Nearest pub – The Crabshell Inn pub (250 yards) – more pubs, restaurants and cafes to choose from just a quarter of a mile level walk away. Nearest beach – many to choose from (5 miles). Nearest shop – varied selection around a quarter of a mile level walk away in Kingsbridge town centre. Nearest Supermarket – Tesco and Morrisons (both less than a mile away). Nearest Golf – Thurlestone Golf Club (5 miles).
