Perfect retreat for two people. The Boathouse has been refurbished to a very high standard throughout. Light and airy with exposed beams, oak flooring and high spec kitchen and shower room. It has been thoughtfully designed and well equipped for a comfortable, relaxed break. Private patio overlooking exotic plant garden and views through to the estuary. Off-street parking. Just under 1 mile from Kingsbridge town centre, a thriving market town with picturesque quay, character high street, two supermarkets and market square. The very popular Crabshell Inn pub is situated right on the Quay and only 8 minutes walk away along the estuary. The popular tourist destinations of Salcombe, Dartmouth and Totnes are only 15-30 minutes drive away. Our nearest beach, South Milton, is beautiful and only a 15 minute drive away, while the coastal walks on offer are spectacular. Weekly bookings (Saturday to Saturday) May to the end of September . Short stays (3 night minimum) available at all other times.
Stylish detached annexe in Kingsbridge, estuary walk to great pub/town & parking
- Cottage322 sq. ft.
- Sleeps: 2
- Bedrooms: 1
- Bathrooms: 1
- Min Stay: 3 - 7 nights
A Luxury Retreat For 2, Private Patio, 8 Min Walk To Pub & 15 Min To Market Town
Bedrooms
Owner
Fleur Gates
- Speaks:
- english, french
- Calendar last updated:
- Dec 16, 2018
About Fleur Gates
We are Fleur and Rob. We moved down from Surrey and immediately set about designing and converting the detached annexe into the Boathouse. Our aim was to create the look and feel of a boutique hotel, but with the peace and seclusion of a holiday cottage. Fleur is in charge of bookings and Rob takes care of the maintenance.
Fleur Gates purchased this Cottage in 2008
Why Fleur Gates chose Kingsbridge
We have family who moved to Kingsbridge a few years before us. Each time we came to visit them we were reluctant to go home. In 2008, ready for an adventure, we took the plunge and moved down ourselves. The great thing about Kingsbridge is that not only is it a thriving market town year round, but it's also located on the beautiful Kingsbridge estuary. No matter what time of year the rolling countryside and estuary make Kingsbridge a lovely place to be. Plus the central location of Kingsbridge makes it a great base to explore the wonderful coastline, countryside and other market towns of the South Hams.
What makes this Cottage unique
We like to think that we’ve thought of everything you might need to enjoy your stay. The Boathouse is equipped to feel like a real home. When you arrive all you need to do is unpack your bags and relax. The bed has a quality pocket sprung mattress to give a good night’s rest. We offer free superfast Wi-Fi so you can research your next trip out or check your emails. Every year we completely refresh the Boathouse so it is pristine and ready to welcome you.
Amenities
- Heater
- TV
- Internet
- Parking
- Fireplace
Bathrooms
- 1 Bathroom
- Shower Roomtoilet, shower
- Separate shower room with large shower cubicle. Luxury thermostatic shower. WC and basin. Heated towel rail and underfloor heating. Shaver socket. Egyptian cotton towels.
Location Type
- Near The Ocean
- Town
- Ocean View
Meals
- Guests provide their own meals
General
- Wireless InternetFree WiFi.
- HeatingGas central heating with own thermostat.
- Fireplace
- ParkingThere is parking on the drive way next to our cars, then steps up to the house and Boathouse.
- InternetFree Wi-Fi. Superfast fibre broadband
- Towels ProvidedBath and hand towels provided for each guest and changed mid-stay.
- Linens ProvidedEgyptian white cotton bedding provided.
- Iron & Board
- Hair Dryer
- Paper Towels
- Toilet Paper
- Living RoomOpen plan lounge/dining area with oak flooring. Glass facade opening on to private patio, with views through to the estuary. Comfortable sofa, dining table, wall mounted YouView TV, DVD player and iPod docking station/radio.
- Free Wifi
Kitchen
- Grill
- Dishwasher
- FreezerFreezer compartment within fridge.
- StoveGas hob
- OvenElectric oven
- Microwave
- RefrigeratorFridge with small freezer compartment.
- Coffee Maker
- Toaster
- Dishes & UtensilsEverything you need to prepare a great meal.
- Kitchen
- Kettle
Dining
- Dining Area
- Dining
- comfy seating for 2 people
Entertainment
- Television
- StereoiPod docking station with headphone lead to connect your phone etc.
- DVD Player
- Books
- Video Library
Outside
- Outdoor GrillGas BBQ
- Beach Chairs
- Deck / PatioTeak table, chairs, parasol and BBQ.
- Outdoor Furniture
- TennisTwo recently refurbished tennis courts are available to hire in the Recreation Ground nearby.
- GolfThurlestone Golf Club is only a 15 minute drive away. The course is a mix of links and cliff-top terrain with the latter providing fabulous views towards Burgh Island. Spectacular coastal views can be enjoyed from every hole on the course, which provides a challenge to all levels of golfer. Peter Alliss favourably compared Thurlestone with the famous Pebble Beach course in California. Bigbury Golf Club is a 20 minute drive away. A 'famously friendly' cliff-top coastal golf course. A challenging yet forgiving 18 hole course with stunning views in all directions. Dartmouth Golf and Country Club is a 20 minute drive away. Voted one of the top 80 golf courses in Great Britain and Ireland by Golf Monthly.
Suitability
- wheelchair inaccessibleThere are steps up from the parking bay to the Boathouse.
Notes
- Notes on accommodation: We regret it isn’t suitable for babies, children or pets. Sorry, no smoking inside the Boathouse. The Boathouse is double glazed and centrally heated. The central heating is controlled by a simple thermostat and the boiler provides unlimited hot water. Outside: The Boathouse opens out on to a South facing patio area for your exclusive use, with teak table and chairs, parasol, gas BBQ and exotic plant garden. Beach gear is provided - chairs, windbreak, parasol etc. Washing line and pegs. Cleaning / Towels / Linen / Maid service: We supply all of the bedding, bed linen, bath towels and tea towels. Don’t forget to pack your beach towels. If you're staying for a week we will come in mid-week and change the towels. For longer bookings we also change the bed linen and clean.
House Rules
Check-in: 3:00 PM
Check-out: 10:00 AM
Cancellation Policy
100% refund if canceled at least 60 days before arrival date.
33 Reviews
Beautifuly done!
A well positioned and most comfortable property on the edge of Kingsbridge.
Beautifuly styled for a holiday rental and spotlessly clean.
A well equipped kitchen should you need it ..
Just perfect for 2 people.
Thank you so much for your review and for staying with us!
Cute, cosy and very well equipped!
We really enjoyed our weekend break at this cute and cosy little boathouse. Really well equipped, warm and clean and slept really well in the very comfortable bed. Thanks Fleur and Rob for being such friendly and helpful hosts
Hi Joanna, thank you for your lovely review - we're really pleased you enjoyed your weekend! Kind regards, Fleur and Rob.
CLEAN COMFORTABLE AND WELL APPOINTED
AMENITIES WERE GOOD.BUT WE FOUND TRAFFIC NOISE AND NOISE FROM NEARBY ROOKERY INTRUSIVE, ESPECIALLY WHEN SITTING AT THE GARDEN TABLE.
Hi Paul, thank you for your review. We're pleased you enjoyed the amenities at the Boathouse but we are sorry you found it noisy. The rookery noise may be something to do with a large oak opposite being cut down the week before (due to safety issues) which had unsettled the birds. Also, the road was busier than usual as the road at Slapton was closed - this has now re-opened. This is obviously no help to you now and we are sorry that you found this intrusive. Best wishes, Fleur.
Stunning holiday cottage
Very comfortable and relaxing cottage finished to a very high standard with a nice view over the estuary within walking distance to Kingsbridge where you can pick up ferry to Salcombe
Hi Peter, thank you so much for your review and my apologies for taking so long to reply. It was lovely to meet you both. Best wishes, Fleur
Clean, modern with everything you need
Really impressed. Modern contemporary compact but with all that is needed for a fantastic break.
Hi Julia, thank you so much for your review and my apologies for taking so long to reply. We're delighted you enjoyed your break! Kind regards,
Fleur
A well furnished little bolt hole, well positioned to access local pubs and restaurants
We loved staying here. The property is furnished to a very high standard, containing everything we needed for a weeks stay. Rob and Fluer were great hosts and we wouldn’t hestitate to recommend The Boathouse to friends.
Thank you Sue, it was lovely to meet you. I’m pleased you had a good week and fantastic weather and that the Boathouse provided everything you needed. Best wishes, Fleur.
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Coast/Beach:
There are plenty of great beaches in close proximity. South Milton Sands is a 15 minute drive away (free parking for National Trust members) and one of the best places to catch a sunset. Slapton Sands is 15 minutes away and features a 15 mile stretch of spectacular coast and The Start Bay Inn, serving amazing fish and chips. Bigbury is a 25 minutes drive away and at low tide you can walk across to the iconic Burgh Island Hotel (frequented by Agatha Christie) and the 700 year old Pilchard Inn.
Travel:
Approximately 1 hour's drive from Exeter International airport and 4.5 hours drive from London. A car is not essential, but is recommended. Nearest train station is Totnes, which has great national links. Buses run from Kingsbridge to Plymouth, Totnes, Exeter and Dartmouth. The trip to Dartmouth is spectacular from the top of a double decker bus.
Distances:
Other local places of interest include Salcombe which is 6.5 miles away. Located on the mouth of the Kingsbridge estuary it features beautiful beaches, stunning coastal scenery and walks. You can also take the ferry from Kingsbridge to Salcombe (seasonal). Dartmouth is 15 miles away and known for its strong naval heritage, tudor buildings, castle and art galleries. Totnes is 12 miles away and has great independent shopping on the high street and the lovely Dartington Hall Estate.
Further Details:
Kingsbridge is a bustling market town all year round. There are two supermarkets (Tesco and Morrisons) and a selection of independent food shops on the high street. The very popular Crabshell Inn is situated on the edge of the quay and only a 8 minute walk away. The award winning Maha-Bharat Indian restaurant is always busy. The Old Bakery is a lovely setting with great tapas. We can recommend some good restaurants and pubs in and around Kingsbridge whatever your taste. Kings Cinema is a quaint cinema at the top of the high street showing the latest releases and you can have a glass of wine! Fusion Leisure Centre is in the centre of town and features a 25m swimming pool. Harbour House is a Centre for Arts and Yoga with a vegetarian Café, located in the centre of town. The pretty Recreational Grounds in Kingsbridge have two tennis courts available for a small fee. During the summer there's a busy Sunday car boot sale on the edge of the Quay. The estuary is very popular for stand up paddle boarding, with hire and lessons available at The Crabshell Inn. There's a lovely circular walk/run from the Boathouse that takes you along the picturesque estuary (very popular with bird watchers) and through the country lanes. The Kingsbridge In Bloom team keep Kingsbridge looking beautiful and have recently won a number of gold medals.
Rates & Availability
Changeover Day: In the summer we take bookings in weekly blocks, Saturday to Saturday. Off peak, we take bookings for shorter stays (3 night minimum). The Boathouse will be all yours from 3pm the day you arrive. At the end of your stay we ask that you leave by 10am.