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Kingfisher Cottage (cottage)

Home:34990
Sleeps up to:7   (3 bedrooms)
Rates:£475 to £1295 per week
Nearest beach:Slapton Sands: 5 km
Will consider:Short-breaks (4 days or fewer)
Corporate bookings
Changeover day:Flexible
Access:Car essential
Nearest amenities: 5 km
Notes:Pets welcome
Suitable for children
No smoking at this property
Self-catering

Home description

Kingfisher Cottage is a luxury 3 bedroom (sleeps 6-7 plus cot) self catering holiday cottage near Kingsbridge in South Devon located in area of outstanding natural beauty between Dartmouth and Salcombe and overlooking a naturally fed duck pond .

Converted from an 18th century stone barn Kingfisher cottage is situated in an idyllic rural setting and close to awarding beaches.

Kingfisher Cottage is centrally situated in the South Hams area of South Devon between Salcombe and Dartmouth and near the towns of Kingsbridge, Totnes and many beautiful beaches including Slapton Sands / Slapton Ley Nature Reserve, Blackpool Sands, Gara Rocks, Torcross, Bantham Bay, East Portlemouth, Mill Bay, and South & North Sands in Salcombe.

The holiday cottage is also well located for highly regarded food pubs in Stokenham, Slapton & Torcross, Beesands, and Stokeley Farm Shop selling a fine range of local produce. It provides an excellent base for exploring this charming area or enjoying the beaches of South Devon.

Local activities include visiting the beaches, walking, golf, sailing, riding, surfing, birdwatching, shopping, fishing, boat rides, steam train rides, cream teas etc

Kingfisher Cottage also provides free wireless broadband internet (WIFI) access , and has a 32 inch LCD Freeview TV and diverse DVD library for you to enjoy in HD (high definition).

Kingfisher Cottage has a log burner and logs are provided for your stay from our log store.

We are also child friendly with highchair, two travelcots, C Beebies, Kids DVDs, toys, and stairgates (by request).

Kingfisher Cottage also has ample parking for up to 3 cars.

Well behaved dogs are also welcome by arrangement.

Front view of the cottage
Front view of the cottage
The duck pond and gardens next to cottage
The duck pond and gardens next to cottage
Sitting room
Sitting room
Kitchen / Diner
Kitchen / Diner
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The West Country / Devon region

Whatever the season, whatever the length of your stay, whether you come with family or friends or as a couple, you will find that the South Hams has something for everyone. This unique holiday destination is truly worthy of its national status as an Area of Outstanding Beauty. Offering over sixty miles of spectacular coast line, gently rolling hills, award winning sandy beaches, bustling towns and picturesque villages, tranquil river estuaries and all overlooked by the granite slopes of Dartmoor, what more could you possibly ask for?

And to top it all, South Devon enjoys one of the mildest climates in Britain protected as it is by Dartmoor National Park to the North and caressed by the warm waters of the Gulf Stream to the South!

There are ample opportunities to walk, sail, surf, windsurf, fish, ride, golf etc. as virtually every sport and outdoor activity is well catered for.

Culture – art galleries and exhibitions; craft markets; open air theatre and amateur theatrical shows; live music – open air concerts on the band stand, choral concerts, barbershop, folk and popular artistes in many of the pubs.
Not forgetting the professional theatres in Torbay, Plymouth and Exeter.

Wildlife – in the estuary and and just out to sea, porpoises, dolphins and whales can often be seen, while unusually in October 2004 our very own seal pup was born in Hope Cove. The area is rich in birdlife including cirl bunting, egrets, peregrines, sparrowhawks and buzzards.

Gardens – tropical or English country; cliffside or woodland; riverside or formal; or a little on the wild side.
Attractions – farm animals to touch and feed; wild animals to wonder at – penguins and sea lions or tigers and snakes, fabulous fish or scary shark; steam trains or river boats; caves or water slides; model village or museum; vineyard or nightclub.


Kingsbridge / South Hams area

If you are visiting with the family, the wide array of family attractions and entertainment will not disappoint. Some of the family favourites include:

Travel gently back in time in a chocolate and cream Great Western Railway coach, pulled by a real steam engine and experience the best of unspoilt Devon on the South Devon Steam Railway (www.southdevonrailway.org). The line from Totnes to Buckfastleigh closely follows the banks of the River Dart. Whilst in Buckfastleigh a visit to the Butterfly Centre where you can see butterflies in tropical surroundings and the Otter Sanctuary (www.ottersandbutterflies.co.uk) where you can see otters swimming underwater are well worthwhile. If time permits, take a stroll into Buckfastleigh, the historic mill town, and visit Buckfast Abbey (www.buckfast.org.uk). Every Thursday (except Christmas and New Year weeks) Dart Farmers Market is held in Buckfastleigh Town Hall where you can buy a variety of fresh locally grown product available all year round.

Totnes is one of the oldest boroughs in England and is situated on the beautiful River Dart. Totnes Castle, built by Judhel, the Norman overlord of Totnes, has dominated the town for hundreds of years. From the top of the castle you can enjoy magnificent views.

For all you animal lovers, there is Totnes Rare Breeds Farm (opposite the South Devon Railway) with lots of animals to touch and feed. Animals include owls, goats, guinea pigs, lambs, red squirrels and rescued hedgehogs, amongst many others. There is a cafe for lunch or afternoon tea.

If the weather lets you down, why not visit China Blue (www.china-blue.co.uk), the ceramic studio, in Totnes. Either throw your very own masterpiece or choose from the fantastic range of pottery and paint your own design.

For more of an action packed day out, why not visit Woodlands Leisure Park (www.woodlandspark.com). There are plenty of rides for everyone. The Outdoor Zone boasts the biggest slides…the best rides. For those feeling less energetic, there is an Indoor Animal Centre, Falconry displays,


How to get there

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Car is recommended and please call the owner for directions. Exeter and Plymouth airports are approximately 1 hours drive from the cottage. Plymouth Cross Channel Ferry Port about the same. Main line train services from Totnes & Car hire available locally.


Activities near Kingsbridge

Sports:
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing

Great for:
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation


Facilities

Luxuries:Log fire, Internet access, DVD player
General:Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Telephone, Satellite TV, Wi-fi available
Standard:Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer
Utilities:Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine
Rooms:Bedrooms (3), Bathrooms (1), En suite (1), WCs (2)
Furniture:Single beds (5), Double beds (1), Cots (2), Dining seating for 6, Lounge seating for 7, Sleeps maximum of 7
Other:Linen and towels provided.
Highchair available.
Outdoors:Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, Private garden, BBQ
Access:Parking space

Further details indoors:
The property is furnished to a high standard and offers one master bedroom with king size bed and original beamed ceiling making it feel light and airy (plus additional single bed) with en suite facilities

There are two further twin bedded rooms which share the family bathroom.

The spacious sitting room has a log burning stove with leather sofas and is great room to relax and unwind after a day on the beach, walking or site seeing.

There is a generous kitchen diner with fully fitted kitchen and seats 6 people in comfort.

The private terrace overlooks the naturally spring fed duck pond and beautiful shared gardens. It is an ideal setting for al fresco dining with a picnic table and BBQ.

Linen and towels are provided and are changed weekly.

The property also offers ample parking for at least 3 cars.

Further details outdoors:
Kingfisher Cottage has a large terrace at the front of the property with scenic views looking over the duck pond and the beautiful shared gardens. The cottage also has its own small garden with washing line.


Conditions

Change over day is on a Friday and arrival is at 4pm and departures by 10am. To make a booking, we require a non refundable deposit of 30% of the tariff agreed. The balance of the payment is required 6 weeks prior to arrival. The charge for a well behaved dog is £30 per week.


Rental rates

Rental prices originally quoted in: British £Convert to:
PeriodFrom
To
Weekly
Nightly rate Minimum 
stay
WeekdayWeekend
  25 Sep 0923 Oct 09£ 6254384383 Nights
  23 Oct 0930 Oct 09£ 7355155153 Nights
  30 Oct 0918 Dec 09£ 5353753753 Nights
  18 Dec 091 Jan 10£ 925--1 Week
  1 Jan 108 Jan 10£ 925399-3 Nights
  8 Jan 1012 Feb 10£ 4753333333 Nights
  12 Feb 1019 Feb 10£ 5754034033 Nights
  19 Feb 1026 Mar 10£ 4993493493 Nights
  26 Mar 1016 Apr 10£ 6954874873 Nights
  16 Apr 1030 Apr 10£ 5954174173 Nights
  30 Apr 107 May 10£ 6954874873 Nights
  7 May 1028 May 10£ 5954174173 Nights
  28 May 104 Jun 10£ 975--1 Week
  4 Jun 1011 Jun 10£ 6704694693 Nights
  11 Jun 1025 Jun 10£ 7305115113 Nights
  25 Jun 1016 Jul 10£ 820--1 Week
  16 Jul 103 Sep 10£ 1,295--1 Week
  3 Sep 1024 Sep 10£ 690--1 Week
  24 Sep 1022 Oct 10£ 6254384383 Nights
  22 Oct 1029 Oct 10£ 7355155153 Nights
  29 Oct 1016 Dec 10£ 5353753753 Nights
  20 Dec 1027 Dec 10£ 995--1 Week
  27 Dec 103 Jan 11£ 995--1 Week

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

The tarrif is quoted on a weekly basis.

Short Breaks

The weekend 3 day short breaks are Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights.

The week day short breaks are between Monday and Thursday night. The prices quoted are assuming a stay of 4 nights.

Well behaved Dogs are £30 pounds per week.

Payment will be made by Cheque payable to James Shenton.


Guestbook for Kingfisher Cottage

"Fantastic cottage in an area of oustanding beauty - secluded yet close to some of the best beaches in Devon with only short drives to Kingsbridge, Dartmouth and Salcombe - in short an excellent base for foraying into South Hams. The cottage itself is very comfortable, ample space for a family of up to seven with all the mod-cons one could wish for (even wi-fi! so bring your laptop...). A great 5-star property in a marvellous area of the UK." Visited May 2009

We found the cottage straight away as the directions were spot on!! and what a delight we found. Such a beautiful setting, so pretty too. The cottage was neat, clean and very well presented with lovely furninshing. It was great to have a well equipped cottage, everything from the teles, kitchen equipment and books, games a DVDs etc meant we had everythng we could need. We had loads of logs for the log burner which made it very cosy. Days out were easy as Kingfisher cottage is perfectly placed for all areas, Dartmouth, Salcombe, kingsbridge and totnes were all easy to get too. I would strongly recommend the cottage and having been to quite a few can really mean that!! April 2009

"We found the cottage very well equipped for our stay. The kitchen was especially excellent - everything we needed!! The property was very clean and the bed linen was close to luxurious. "I would thoroughly recommend Kingfisher Cottage to those looking for a peaceful break away." April 2009

It was so nice to stay in a real 'home from home' and you have put many personal touches to the cottage. Very many thanks. The weather was gorgeous which always helps. June 2008

We enjoyed our week immensely, a beautiful spot and cottage and so close to all you need. The peace and quiet was wonderful and the weather kind, we even managed some walks! April 2008

Thanks again we had a lovely time, the cottage was exactly what we were looking for October 2007

Its fantastic to go somewhere & have it properly kitted out (cooking utensils, cleaning stuff, dvds, nice bedlinen, etc etc. September 2007


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