Bramleigh
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About the home
Bramleigh is a beautiful converted stone barn surrounded by fields and farmland and is situated in the secluded Avon Valley in the heart of Devon's South Hams near Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Dartmouth with lots of places of interest, stunning coastline and glorious countryside and beaches.
The cottage is a family second home and has been refurbished to provide the highest quality self-catering accommodation.
It is an excellent cottage for family holidays, short stays and romantic breaks, very well-equipped and an ideal relaxing retreat throughout the year.
The cottage is non-smoking.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Bantham and Thurlestone, 9km |
| Will consider: | Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property Self-catering |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 5 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Private garden, BBQ |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Large open plan layout.
Lounge with two sofas, coal effect electric 'stove' fire.
Flat screen Freeview TV with DVD player (and selection of DVDs), CD hi-fi.
Books and games, maps and local guides.
Dining area and modern, very well equipped kitchen including: dishwasher,
electric cooker, fridge, freezer, microwave and washer/dryer
Bedroom 1: Double bed and ample space for cot. (Travel cot available for hire.)
Bedroom 2: 2 3ft single beds
There is plenty of storage space available for both bedrooms.
Duvets and pillows provided. Own bed linen, towels, etc. required - may be available by arrangement.
Bathroom: wc, handbasin, and bath with shower.
Further details outdoors:
Attractive, south-facing private garden, including lawn and sunny, sheltered patio.
BBQ, patio furniture and reclining sun-loungers.
BOULES/PETANQUE pitch (shared with Stokeleigh - our other cottage next door - ref 17140).
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The West Country / Devon region
The South Hams region of Devon is an area of outstanding natural beauty, stretching from wild and beautiful Dartmoor to the stunning coastlines of the southern tip of Devon. There are miles of beautiful countryside, estuaries and beaches to explore, as well as the lovely waterside towns of Dartmouth, Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Totnes.
Nearby are excellent restaurants, pubs, local individual shops and craft centres.
The mild, year round climate, makes the area an ideal location for holidays and short breaks at any time.
The Kingsbridge / South Hams area
The area has something for everyone, at any time of year and in any weather.
There are many interesting towns and places to visit and explore. The area is ideal for beaches, sailing, fishing, boat trips, surfing, golf, walks (many right from the doorstep), riding and cycling.
The cottage is equipped with a folder and guides giving detailed information of things to do and places to go.
These include:
Local towns within easy reach:
Kingsbridge - pretty estuary town with good local shopping, leisure centre and indoor pool.
Salcombe - major sailing centre, beaches, fantastic views.
Dartmouth - good shopping, constant boating interest, river cruises, Dart Valley Steam Railway.
Totnes - historical market town, castle, arts & crafts shops/workshops, Dartington craft centre nearby.
Plymouth (approximately 30 minutes away) - historical naval centre, Plymouth Hoe, major shopping centre, Barbican, National Marine Aquarium.
Beaches:
The cottage is only a short drive from some of the best beaches in the south west (many of which are 'Blue Flag' beaches), including Bantham, Bigbury, Thurlestone, Hope Cove, Torcross, North and South Sands (Salcombe), and Blackpool Sands. You will be spoilt for choice!
Things to do/places of interest:
There are many fine pubs, restaurants and interesting shops in the surrounding towns and villages.
The spectacular Dartmoor National Park, wonderful for walking, is about 10 miles to the north.
Fantastic views and walks along the South Devon Coast Path.
Steam railways - Dart Valley Railway (Kingswear to Paignton) and South Devon Railway (Totnes to Buckfastleigh).
Castles, National Trust and English Heritage properties and gardens.
Eden Project - within a comfortable day's visit.
Family activities:
Woodlands - adventure park with both indoor and outdoor attractions.
Paignton Zoo, wildlife parks, nature reserves.
China Blue Pottery, Totnes - paint your own ceramics.
House of Marbles - amazing marble run displays, glassware, and toyshop.
And ... our guests seem to love playing pétanque/boules in the pitch shared by both our cottages!
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Exeter: 35 km |
| Railway: | Totnes: 15 km |
| Ferry: | Plymouth: 30 km |
The journey from London or Birmingham takes about four hours by car.
Detailed directions to the cottage will be sent following receipt of final payment.
Activities near Kingsbridge
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 29 Oct 2011 |
Despite being a rather damp and chilly week ( 3rd -10th Sept- 2011) we found this cottage very cosy and welcoming. Very well equipped, and a lovely garden. First thing we did was sit outside with a glass of wine and packet of crisps from our thoughtful welcome pack! (The sun was out then...) We loved the surrounding area, Totnes, Kingsbridge, even venturing a s far as Cayman Golf near Brixham, and a lovely evening stroll watching the fishing boats going out at Brixham.The Avon Mill garden centre just up the road from Bramleigh was well worth stopping at for morning coffee or lunch on the way out, or a cream tea on the way back- good quality.. Despite a rainy last day, we enjoyed just sitting in by the fire reading - a blissful place is Bramleigh !But lots to do as well if you want, don't miss a game of Boulles in the garden.. |
27 Oct 2011 |
This is one of the very best holiday cottages I have stayed in. The property is beautifully furnished with the most modern of appliances. It is idea as a holiday cottage for two (as we are) or with two children. We are here in a rainy wet late-October week and it is still beautiful. The property is a converted barn located on a working dairy farm. Even in October the house is cosy with a splendid central heating system. The garden (even at this time of year (October)) is colourful and very well kept. It is situated some 5 miles to the north west of Kingsbridge, the road here does involve the negation of a single track lane, but it is very quiet and people are polite and stop for each with a smile. The small village of Woodleigh to the south of the property has eggs and jam for sell by the side of the road. There is no mobile phone signal here at all, but internet access is easily available via a BT FON network which has been easy to set up and use. |
16 Aug 2011 |
Super accommodation for a very relaxing break away from it all. Very clean and well equipped, a credit to the owners who clearly try to maintain their standards. Kitchen was well equipped, clean and tidy. Two very comfy 2 person sofas and an arm chair in the living area with TV/DVD, plus ample outside furniture, bbq etc. Good to have some privacy with a pleasantly maintained (small) terraced garden. The boules pitch (shared with the sister accommodation) was a bonus well used by our son. As a coverted barn, the floors are upside down with living area upstairs and bedrooms downstairs, the latter just a touch cold and damp probably due to the fact this is a conversion of a stone barn beside a working farm. Accordingly important to maintain ventilation (as explained in the helpful notes for visitors thoughtfully provided with local information and maps). Location excellent for touring the area, being only 15 mins or so from the main A38 or the many local beaches and coves. Bigbury probably the best beach, easily reached from here. No mobile phone signal to speak of in the property, but local BT Openzone enabled temporary subscription for internet access. Full phone signal achieved in the main local towns. Apparently S Devon is notoriously bad for a signal, but to be honest this was a blessing in disguise as it forces "chill out" time! Response: We would like to thank you for your good and helpful comments and we are pleased that you enjoyed your holiday. We were disappointed to read the comment about downstairs in the cottage. After some 200 bookings over the last eight years (approx 30% of which are returning visitors) it has not been commented on before or since. Following your visit, two other families and then ourselves have stayed there. We know the cottage very well as we spend many weeks there ourselves. As you say, we do ask guests to ventilate the cottage whenever possible, particularly the bathroom, to prevent any condensation. There is an outside rotary dryer and a washer/dryer in the cottage for damp towels/clothes but it is possible that some guests have hung damp items around during earlier inclement weather and this may be the reason for your observation. We have a very efficient heating system in the cottage (at no extra cost) and whilst we would not normally expect it to be needed in August we are happy for it to be used if necessary during the summer. We would like to assure future guests that we have just spent last week in the cottage and it continues to be maintained to a very high standard. We have also installed a new washer dryer with a larger, more efficient drying capacity to make it easier for clothes drying. |
Guestbook for Bramleigh
It is truly one of the nicest and best equipped cottages we have stayed in and the location is stunning.
We have arrived home now from our holiday at Bramleigh and I just wanted to say how much we loved the cottage. It is stunning, so beautifully equipped and clean. The Garden is an absolute delight and the rural surroundings tranquil and relaxing. You have both obviously put a great deal of thought to make it so welcoming and it is indeed a credit to you both.
We thought both Bramleigh and Stokeleigh cottages were really lovely - probably the best we have stayed in. Everything is so well thought out and attractively presented - you must have had fun setting them up. What a lovely position too. We put the boules pitch to good use and even the little ones (5 & 3) got the hang of it while we pretended we were in the south of France!
Very, very impressed. Beautiful, clean, immaculate; a 5-star experience.
Idyllic surroundings, a generously equipped and beatifully presented cottage.
What a fantastic discovery. The cottage was wonderful, as were the surroundings, with something new to explore every day.
Our second visit to Bramleigh. A wonderful place to stay. We cannot wait to come back.
The cottage was a delight to our eyes when we arrived and we have never ceased to admire it.
An absolute gem. Superb accommodation in a fantastic location.
Gorgeous cottage, well equipped and immaculate.
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| 18 Jan 12 | 31 Mar 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| 31 Mar 12 | 14 Apr 12 | £ 360 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Apr 12 | 28 Apr 12 | £ 320 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 28 Apr 12 | 19 May 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 19 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 360 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 580 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 9 Jun 12 | 23 Jun 12 | £ 460 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 23 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 480 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 30 Jun 12 | 7 Jul 12 | £ 530 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 7 Jul 12 | 14 Jul 12 | £ 560 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 14 Jul 12 | 21 Jul 12 | £ 660 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 21 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 755 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 1 Sep 12 | 8 Sep 12 | £ 475 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 8 Sep 12 | 15 Sep 12 | £ 445 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 15 Sep 12 | 22 Sep 12 | £ 410 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 22 Sep 12 | 20 Oct 12 | £ 340 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
| 20 Oct 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 425 | - | - | 1 Week | |
| 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 295 | - | - | 2 Nights | |
| 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 610 | - | - | 3 Nights | |
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
Linen may be available on request.
Please contact owners for prices of actual weeks - discount for couples may be available.
Prices for short breaks on request.
Security deposit: £100.
Christmas and New Year- please contact us for prices and availability
Availability
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Contact the owner
* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 5 years listed You are contacting Keith & Jean Hanslow
Languages spoken   The owner is based in the United Kingdom and has advertised with Holiday Lettings since 2006. This cottage has received 9 reviews from previous guests.  |
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