34 The Salcombe

Description

Salcombe 34 is a third-floor apartment resting in Salcombe, Devon. The studio-style apartment comes with a pull-down double bed, a kitchen area, a dining area and a sitting area with a single sofa bed, which can be made upon request, however ideally suited for two people. There is also a bathroom with a shower over bath, basin and WC and a communal utility on the ground floor. The apartment has a private balcony with table and chairs and access to a communal garden and outdoor swimming pool. Salcombe 34 is a superb base in Devon.

Property Details

Enjoying a prime position on Salcombe’s beautiful waterfront and just paces away from the town’s collection of boutique shops, eateries and a choice of two beaches is this third-floor apartment, Salcombe 34

With its magnificent estuary views, this studio apartment, with its good-sized balcony is perfect for couples seeking a base to call home as they enjoy a traditional Devon holiday, with the added benefit of an outdoor heated swimming pool to soak up the summer sunshine and a private mooring on the pontoon

Head up to the third floor and enter into the open-plan living space, where you will find a well-equipped kitchen and a large fridge with icebox included in all the appliances required to whip up home-cooked meals and charming dining space for you to enjoy each other’s company, whilst savouring a glass of wine and tucking into your dish. Joining the space is the cosy sitting area, with a plush sofa waiting or you to sink into, positioned for enjoying the unsurpassed estuary views or flicking through the channels of the TV. Once the sun has set over the harbour, look forward to retiring for the evening by pulling down the king-sized bed and snuggling under the sheets; the apartment comes with an additional single sofa bed, should you wish to bring another guest along with you (by request).

The highlight of the studio accommodation is the private but spacious corner balcony, where you can enjoy a spot of alfresco dining with the soundtrack and backdrop of Salcombe’s spectacular waterfront vista to admire. In addition to the access to communal gardens and an outdoor heated swimming pool. The private pontoon is accessed through the front of the garden and the slipway through the lower car park. a great way to soak up the sunshine during the Summer months.

Just paces away from the property are a plethora of places to eat and drink, with some restaurants serving freshly caught seafood for those special occasions and cosy pubs for those more casual evenings. Explore the estuary before uncovering the town’s past by visiting the maritime museum or heading to the nearby beaches of North Sands and South Sands.

Alternatively, travel slightly further to the National Trust property of Overbecks to admire the subtropical gardens or hop on board the ferry, or your own boat moored in the private pontoon to spend the day at the sandy beaches at East Portlemouth. Other attractions within the area include the nearby town of Kingsbridge with its picturesque estuary and variety of shops, restaurants and galleries. Salcombe 34 is a wonderful base for exploring this wonderful area with your loved one.

Features

Close to coast

Fishing

Garden

Linen and Towels

Near a Pub

Near River/Estuary

Off road parking

Swimming Pool

TV

Washing machine

WiFi

Location

Area Details

Salcombe

Lying within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Salcombe is a hugely popular resort town close to the mouth of the Kingsbridge Estuary. From your Salcombe holiday cottage there are plenty of sandy beaches nearby including the pet-friendly Salcombe North Sands which is just a short walk from Salcombe town center. The Winking Prawn has a fantastic outside seating area and renowned food and is within yards of the beach. Travel to South Sands Beach from Salcombe's Whitestrand Quay on the South Sands Ferry and find large areas of golden sand perfect for making sand castles and rock pools to explore as well as Bo’s Beach Café which also sells beach accessories. East Portlemouth Beach is another that can be reached by ferry and is a series of coves with golden sands and clear blue water more reminiscent of beaches in the Indian Ocean making a swim almost irresistible. If you are looking for a walk with a difference wait for low tide and make your way up to Mill Bay along the coast for another great beach experience.

Lots of activities in Salcombe, both on and off the water. With the calm estuary there is a great choice of water based activities including sea kayaks, paddle boarding, a surf school, sailing both yacht and dinghy, estuary cruises both leisurely and adrenalin filled, schools for yachting and power boats and even donut rides and coasteering. Off the water relax at the Salcombe Distillery at the tasting bar or create your own gin at the gin school. Try your hands at the Salcombe Shooting School or travel up to Pennywell Farm and see all the animals and cuddle a miniature pig! Soft play can be found at Kidz and Co for those rainy days. The Brownston Gallery is one of Devon's finest art galleries showing contemporary pieces from both established and emerging artists. The walking here is excellent with a 3 mile walk along the South West Coast Path to Bolt Head being among the most popular with stunning coastal views.

Places to visit while staying in Salcombe include the Salcombe Maritime Museum, a collection of models, paintings, photographs and artefacts which tell the story of Salcombe’s links with ships and the sea. Carved into the cliff 80m above the sea, Overbeck’s Gardens and Museum provides breath-taking views over Salcombe Estuary with a diverse collection of plants and an interesting history. Finally, you are in a stunning part of the country whether you are attracted by the coastline or the countryside the Salcombe area delivers on all fronts.