Thurlestone, 1 Island View

1 Island View- recently beautifully renovated and furnished a perfect coastal holiday retreat, offering breath-taking coastal walks and sea views with off-road parking for two cars, this seaside home is perfect for families or groups of friends seeking a perfect escape.

On entering island view, an outer hallway with ample storage for coats, shoes and boots and baby buggies, leading into an inner hallway to the open plan living area. The newly installed kitchen is fully equipped, including new integral appliances including contemporary electric oven, induction hob, and washing machine, and fridge freezer. The breakfast bar is a perfect spot to enjoy a morning coffee.

The new large L-shaped sofa , is a great place to relax and curl up on a winter’s night watching a movie on the smart T.V. There are a games and a few toys underneath the T.V for guests to enjoy.

The open plan area extends into the conservatory; the dining table comfortably sits 6 and the sideboard is fully stocked with glasses for “bubbles” or Wine or your favourite tipple to enjoy. The French doors lead onto the garden, so perfect for sunny days sitting outside enjoying alfresco dining in the perfect enclosed sunny garden. There are also sun-loungers for use on the long spring/summer warm days, and as the sun moves around there are different areas including a terrace with a Gas BBQ and front garden that is such a perfect sun trap to enjoy the stunning sunsets and a fire pit .

There are buckets and spades in the outside cupboards, an outside tap to wash off sandy bodyboards /wetsuits and the garden has space to leave beach items.

Thurlestone – & surrounding area

A walk downhill from the house- leads you to the picturesque village centre, a fabulous local pub “The Village Inn” always popular in all seasons. The warmer summer months, sitting on the wall enjoying a cold pint or glass of wine, and so warm and welcoming in the winter months with open fires and gorgeous food.

The Thurlestone hotel and spa in the centre of the village, is perfect for a relaxing massage and swim, offering packages for non-residents of afternoon tea and use of the spa. There is a village shop for basic supplies, magazine and newspapers. A further walk down the hill is the superb Thurlestone Golf club, anyone who loves golf this is definite go-to! Thurlestone beach is a wonderful place to relax on the sand, in the most beautiful setting.

The south-west coast path is easily accessible via a short walk from the house, with breathtaking views of the beaches of Bantham, a walk down a steep hill leads you onto the idyllic beach. The Gastrobus, now open throughout the season offering coffees and yummy food, check out Bantham estates website for all the options available. The wonderful Sloop pub is walkable from the beach, great food and atmosphere.

The coast path- from the other direction leads you around the edge of the golf-course, with views of coves and the beaches surrounding it. From Thurlestone a nice walk to South Milton Sands where the “famous” Beach Hut which is currently under renovation is a perfect midway stop, it won’t be long before its fully restored and a place where many will enjoy wonderful food and drink. A further walk leads you to Hope Cove, stunning location with two wonderful coves and a place to enjoy again great food.

Places to visit-

Kingsbridge – 15 minutes – a beautiful town on the estuary

Salcombe- 20 minutes – Bustling and Beautiful, enjoy wonderful retail , locally sourced fish from Rockfish and its many wonderful restaurants including the Winking Prawn and incredible sweeping views of the estuary surrounding the town.

Bigbury on Sea- 25 minutes – the famous Burgh Island and the sand tractor that links the beach to the hotel open all year and a wonderful walk when the tide is out.

Dartmouth – 40 minutes – known for its beautiful location / walks / steam railway ferry and river boat / wonderful restaurants.

Totnes- 30 minutes – Independent shopping, local food and drink, located on the heart of the River Dart.