Guests say
St Leonards is a well-appreciated cottage in Salcombe, praised for its comfortable beds, cleanliness, and convenient parking. Its location is ideal for accessing the town, with most necessities thoughtfully provided. While some guests noted areas needing TLC, the overall experience is positive, with many looking to rebook.
The property is generally described as clean and tidy, with specific mentions of spotlessness and comfort. A few guests noted dust and cobwebs, suggesting room for improvement, but these seem to be exceptions rather than the rule.
The location is highly praised for its proximity to Salcombe town and the convenience of having a parking space. The ease of access to local amenities and views are frequently mentioned as positives.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, contributing to a relaxing holiday. Some concerns were raised about steep stairs and noise from traffic, but overall, comfort levels are high.
Facilities are mostly adequate, with a well-equipped kitchen and tasteful decoration. However, several reviews point out issues with maintenance, such as the need for updated bathroom facilities, problematic doors, and non-working TVs, indicating a need for attention.
While guests appreciate the provision of essentials and the well-equipped kitchen, there are no specific mentions of gifts or extra thoughtful touches that would warrant a score in this category.
About this property
St Leonards is located on Shadycombe Road within a short walk of Salcombe’s renowned waterfront, shops and restaurants. This property sleeps four and is the perfect base for couples and small families wanting to explore the town, its sandy beaches and the catch the passenger ferry to the beaches of East Portlemouth and Millbay. With a toasty fireplace, ample seating, television with integrated DVD player, the sitting room is the perfect place to unwind in comfort. The bright open-plan kitchen/dining room has a range of modern appliances, a round six-person dining table, and a pair of French doors, which lead out to the rear terrace.
The master bedroom has a super-King size bed, whilst the second bedroom is a twin room. The family bathroom is on the first floor. On the second floor, steep stairs lead to a snug / playroom designed for children. At the rear of the house is an enclosed garden with outdoor furniture for al fresco summer entertaining. There is allocated off-road parking for one car and wi-fi is available.
Salcombe is a popular destination for watersports enthusiasts, walkers and families looking for a holiday by the sea. There are several pretty beaches within a short distance, including North Sands and South Sands, plus the coves East Portlemouth on the opposite side of the estuary, just a short passenger ferry ride away. Also on your doorstep is the National Trust property Overbeck’s where you can wander through the subtropical gardens. Why not have a more adventurous day and try out the watersports available on the estuary including surfing, coasteering, kayaking or a more leisurely boat trip? Whilst staying in Salcombe, take advantage of the locally sourced seafood which is served in many of the restaurants, pubs, cafés and delicatessens. The southern tip of Devon provides some spectacular scenery and picturesque vistas with a number of sandy beaches, lovely villages with thatched cottages and some fantastic opportunities for walking on the South West Coast path.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x King, 1x twin.
Modern kitchen.
Snug / playroom (accessed via steep stairs) .
Family bathroom.
Sitting room.
Gas fired central heating.
Fridge, freezer, washer/dryer, oven, hob, microwave, toaster
kettle.
TV, DVD, Freeview.
Wifi available.
Allocated off road parking for one car.
Enclosed courtyard with table and chairs.
Bed linen and towels supplied.
Strictly No Smoking
Reviews (38)
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Joycelyn
If I had any criticism it would say your details on line need updating, you say there is a tv in bedroom and there has not been for 2 years. And the front and back garden are a mess.
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Victoria
This property suited us perfectly, but perhaps tricky for those with young children or elderly relatives due to the steep hill into town (nothing to do with the property though!)
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Christopher
We wouldn't hesitate to go back again for either a winter or summer break at St Leonards - it's exactly the homely vibe we were after. The massive bed was incredibly comfy, the couch was perfect for us to relax after a long day and the cottage had everything in it that we could have wanted - including an unexpected estuary view (well, just!) That being said, we do have to recognise that it is a little bit tired in places, especially externally - the gardens front and back are small but could benefit from a tidy up, and the hanging baskets at the front would really look better if they were taken down for the winter. The TV in the bedroom didn't work for us so we reported that to Sykes, but that's a small thing anyway - we don't need a bedroom TV. The kitchen is really well equipped and has all the plates, cutlery and utensils you'll need but some items had been put away by previous guests without being washed properly - especially baking trays, wine glasses and chopping boards. We've pulled out some really niggling points but overall we loved St Leonards and the addition of a parking space in the middle of Salcombe was a huge bonus, plus it's so well located - 2 minutes downhill and you're in the heart of the town.