Pretty two bedroom Grade 2 listed thatched cottage in the super village of Stokenham, close to Slapton Sands, Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth.
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Porch, fridge freezer, Kitchen with electric oven, washer dryer, slimline dishwasher, microwave Living room with dining table and seating for 4, 2 two seater sofas, TV with DVD player, electric feature log burner. Bathroom Bath with shower over, WC and basin, heated towel rail.
Door to stairs: Master bedroom with 4’6’’ double bed, wardrobe. Twin bedroom with single bed with trundle bed underneath to form another single (as pictured)
The Little House, a charming Grade 2 listed thatched cottage is tucked away up a quiet lane in the pretty South Devon village of Stokenham, close to the sea, the coastal path and surrounded by some delightful countryside. The village has a couple of excellent pubs, a great nearby farm shop and Torcross beach is a pleasant walk or short drive away.The Cottage is bigger than its name implies, perfect for couples, friends or smaller families. A cosy living room with beams and inglenook fireplace with electric effect log burner and shuttered windows that look out onto the enclosed front patio. There's a well equipped kitchen and a spiral staircase winds up to two comfortable, pretty bedrooms with sea glimpses from the twin room.
The village of Stokenham sits on the Kingsbridge to Dartmouth coastal road, offering great access for those keen to get out and explore the area. The village itself has two excellent pubs, The Tradesmans, and The Church House Inn, and just half a mile away is Stokeley Farm Shop and café, handy for picking up fresh bread and a newspaper, great for breakfast and lunch, and and the South Hams brewery’s Tap House hosts live music and themed evenings in the summer. Pretty walks around the surrounding countryside, to Brooking Woods or Torcross to enjoy the beach are all around. Salcombe is just 11 miles away, and can also be accessed on the foot ferry from the beaches at East Portlemouth. Dartmoor is 16 miles away and there are nearby attractions such as Woodlands leisure park for all the family to enjoy. Stokenham is a super village for your South Devon holiday.
Outside
Courtyard terrace at the front with table, chairs, parasol and bench.
Please be aware there is small half barrel pond.
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
Street parking available in the village up the road a couple of minutes walk away on residential streets.
Bike racks in the courtyard for securing bikes (they will need to be carried up the steps)
Additional information
Included: Bed linen and towels (guests to bring own beach towels), electricity and heating,
Wifi.
Electric vehicles: Please note electric vehicle charging is not permitted at this property.
Smoking is not permitted at this property.
1 Well behaved dog welcome-Pet charge £30 per week.
Local Facilities: Beach at Torcross 1 mile. Farm Shop, café and brewery, 0.5 miles. Pubs within a few minutes walk. Village green with play park-access a few minutes away. Kingsbridge (5.5 miles) and Dartmouth (10 miles) both with all amenities
