Beautifully modernised cottage close to the beach in Torcross, South Devon with views of the Ley. Sleeps 5 with 2 bathrooms, woodburner, outside space.
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Entrance porch leading to
living room with a 3 seater and 2 seater sofa, log burner, dining table to seat 5, stereo, 3D TV and Bluray player.
Kitchen with electric Rangemaster cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher and access to
Utility room with freezer, washer/dryer.
Cloakroom with WC and basin. Stairs from living room to landing leading to
Bedroom 1 with 4ft 6in double bed, TV.
Bedroom 2 with 3ft single bed and spacious 3ft bunk beds, TV.
Family bathroom with WC, basin, bath with hand held shower, separate walk in shower cubicle.
So, what is it that would make your South Devon Holiday? Perhaps it is to be somewhere with waterside views and within a stone’s throw to the beach, or somewhere you can go on stunning coastal walks whilst taking in the sights and sounds of the sea and local birdlife. It may be to be near a selection of cafes and eateries including an award winning country Inn which specialises in serving freshly caught seafood……Well, this property provides all of this and more, without the need to even start the car. The nineteenth century cottage itself has recently been lovingly fully refurbished throughout providing a perfect balance between modern comfort and traditional cottage charm. 4 Florence Cottages is situated on the South Devon coastal road in the beautiful and historical village of Torcross and overlooks the Slapton Ley which makes up part of the famous national nature reserve.
Outside
Garden overlooking the Ley with picnic bench and garden love seat at front of property. At the rear of the property there are steps up to a private enclosed decking with bench, garden table and chairs and gas barbecue. Further steps up to small secluded garden area with bench.
The local area
Torcross is located at the southern end of Slapton Sands, a narrow strip of land between the beautiful Start Bay and the stunning freshwater lake at Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. Surrounded by picturesque scenery on all sides, Torcross is home to some fantastic cafés and pubs and is the perfect place to enjoy a sunny afternoon watching (or participating in) watersports and fishing on the vast shingle beach.
While modern day guests will find a sleepy fishing village, nestling peacefully at the edge of a 2 mile beach, the area has a fascinating past. Most famously, during World War II, Torcross was evacuated along some of its neighbouring villages to make way for 15,000 allied troops who needed the beach to practice for the D-Day landings. Tragically, the operation ended in disaster, and the Exercise Tiger memorial at the edge of the ley commemorates the 800 Americans who lost their lives in the bay.
The short coastal walk from Torcross to neighbouring Beesands provides sensational views and is dotted with remnants from the military presence, as well as traces of the area's slate quarrying past. Beesands is also home to the fantastic seafood shack Britannia @ The Beach and the popular pub The Cricket Inn.
Continuing further along this stretch of rugged coastline (if you have the stamina) you will reach Hallsands and the Lighthouse. Meanwhile, a short drive will take you to wonderful beaches at Blackpool Sands in one direction or the more remote Lannacombe, Mattiscombe and Gara Rock in the other.
Twenty minutes away, the village of East Portlemouth with its golden sandy beaches, is where you can take the passenger ferry over the estuary to Salcombe, famous for its shops, sailing and great pubs and restaurants. The towns of Dartmouth and Kingsbridge are also within easy reach while the villages nearest neighbour, Slapton also boasts two great pubs.
A holiday cottage in Torcross offers a superb spot from which to explore this magnificent stretch of South Devon coastline.
Parking
Free parking in small village centre car park (100 yards), or on street parking by the nearby chapel (100 yards). Main village car park (pay and display) (next to the world war two tank on display – 200 yards).
Additional information
Included: Bed linen and towels, electricity, oil central heating, Cot, high chair and stair gate, unlimited Wi-FI.
Telephone: Local outgoing and incoming calls only. Mobile reception generally good.
Dogs-2 Well behaved dog welcome, pet charge £30 per pet per week. To be kept downstairs and off furniture.
Local facilities: Beach: Torcross 150 yards. Pub: 350 yards. Stokeley Farm Shop 1 mile. Kingsbridge with all facilities 6 miles. Dartmouth 7 miles.
