On the beach in popular Torcross, near Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Salcombe. Beautiful cottage sleeping 5 and dog friendly with a fire for the cooler days and a superb location for a really special South Devon holiday with direct access to the beach and the South West Coast Path.
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Entrance from the back door and steps down into –
Kitchen diner
Fridge, electric oven and hob, dishwasher, microwave.
Dining area, table seating for 5, two tub chairs.
Sitting Room
Three seater sofa and 2 armchairs, open fire, Smart TV (Live TV only available through apps), DVD player.
From rear hall by kitchen-bathroom
Bath, WC and basin, large separate shower.
First floor
Bedroom 1-5ft bed
Bedroom 2-3 ft bed
Bedroom 3-4’6’’bed
DOWNSTEPS IS A PERIOD COTTAGE WITH LOW BEAMS IN PLACES
Downsteps Beach House is a tastefully restored fishermans cottage, tucked away in a secluded cove in the seaside village of Torcross. The cottage is a beautiful mix of contemporary and traditional and feels welcoming and homely with a sea view from nearly every room! Step outside and perched above the beach is terraced decking and lawn to enjoy the sublime views. Each of the three bedrooms looks out to sea, so you can hear the waves rolling onto the beach. With a well equipped kitchen, and sitting room with an open fire, this is a truly special cottage for your South Devon holiday.
Torcross is situated at the southern end of the glorious stretch of beach known as Slapton Sands. This buzzing village has a farm shop half a mile away, the popular Start Bay Inn famous for its fish and chips, restaurant and a beautiful thatched tea toom serving delicious cream teas, along with the Billy Can for traditional sweets and other treats. Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake also stretches up into the village offering a wealth of wildlife for the nature enthusiast to observe. The South West Coast Path is on the doorstep and can lead you over the cliff tops to the quaint fishing village of Beesands or saunter along the Beach towards Slapton and Strete Gate. Access to the bustling market town of Kingsbridge and the distinguished town of Dartmouth is easy via car or bus as this coastal retreat is situated on the scenic coastal road leading to both. Popular Salcombe is easily accessed by road and a day on Dartmoor is just a forty minute drive away.
Please be aware the drive is steep and has a sharp bend so proceed with caution.
DUE TO STEPS INSIDE AND OUTSIDE THIS PROPERTY MAY NOT BE SUITABLE FOR THOSE WITH LIMITED MOBILITY.
Due to the proximity to the sea and terraced garden children should be supervised at all times.
Outside
Utility Outhouse with undercounter freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. To the front (sea side) of the property, terrace leads to decked terraces and sloped lawn, views over the beach. Table, chairs and barbecue. Please note the Coast Path passes next to the garden.
Due to the proximity to the sea and terraced garden children should be supervised at all times. The path to the beach is steps and rocks.
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
Space for one car in communal car park (shared with one other property).
Please be aware the drive is steep and has a sharp bend so proceed with caution.
Additional information
Included: Bed linen and towels (Guests to bring own beach towels).
WiFi
Telephone for incoming calls only, mobile reception mixed depending on network.
Dogs: One well behaved dog is permitted. Pet charge £30.00 per week.
Local facilities: Beach in front of the house. Other beaches include Torcorss, over the hill. Beesands via 1 mile cliff top walk or short (2 mile) drive, Blackpool sands 4 miles and East Portlemouth 5 miles. Good pub and cafes on Torcross sea front. Farm shop in Stokenham 1 mile. Garage with good food and leisure shop, East Charleton 3 miles. Kingsbridge with all facilities 6 miles. Dartmouth 8 miles.
