Guests say
Guests consistently praise Savernake for its stunning location, cleanliness, and comfort. The property's proximity to the beach and coastal path, along with its spacious garden, make it ideal for family holidays. The well-equipped kitchen and ample space are appreciated, contributing to a memorable stay. While some minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is highly regarded.
Reviews frequently mention the property being 'lovely and clean', indicating high standards of cleanliness. One isolated incident of a small fridge leak does not significantly detract from the overall impression.
The location is universally acclaimed, with guests highlighting the beachfront position and access to coastal paths. The views and proximity to nature are considered exceptional.
Comfort is highly rated, with guests finding the beds comfy and the property suitable for multi-generational stays. The large garden is a bonus for children and pets.
Facilities are generally praised, especially the kitchen and family room. However, points are deducted for maintenance issues like light bulbs, heater settings, and a missing tumble dryer.
While the reviews reflect a positive experience, there is no specific mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness. Therefore, this category cannot be scored.
About this property
Savernake is a 1920’s detached property located near the village of Thurlestone. This spacious cottage is home to a wonderful beach side view and a well-appointed interior, ideal for a family getaway to the coast. Upon entering the property, you are welcomed into a hallway, which leads to the ground floor accommodations. Here, you will find a well-equipped kitchen, complete with ample storage and a feature island unit with breakfast bar opening into the dining room, which poses breath-taking views over the garden across to the South Milton Sands. Following this is a cosy sitting room, which further benefits from the impressive sea views.
Follow the staircase up to the first floor bedrooms. There is a master bedroom with en-suite, a double with a super-king size bed, with zip/link function, a king-size bed with en-suite shower room. The additional bedrooms include a double bed and single bedroom. Outside, the property plays host to some impressive grounds at the front and to the rear with lawned spaces and mature shrubs. The shop and pub can be located within a 15-minute walk into the village of Thurlestone. Whilst visiting, you will have access to Thurlestone Beach, which is a beautiful sweep of golden sands brushing along the shore, where the water is shallow enough for children to safely splash about.
Further afield, is the vibrant port city of Plymouth, situated within an hour’s drive, where you will have a variety of shops, pubs and restaurants to explore, not forgetting the beautiful beach. This is a fabulous base to choose for your next holiday in Devon.
The picturesque village of Thurlestone is popular with both beach-goers and watersports enthusiasts, with the beautiful sandy beaches of Thurlestone and South Milton Sands within walking distance. Thurlestone boasts an 18-hole links golf course, a 13th century church, a traditional pub, a post office and the ‘Voyage Spa’, where visitors can enjoy spa treatments or afternoon tea. The sailing town of Salcombe is just a 10-15 minute drive away, and the fishing village of Hope Cove is a short drive away, or can be reached on foot via the South West Coast Path.
Accommodation
Five bedrooms: 1 x king-size double with en-suite, 1 x super-king size double (zip/link can be twins on request), 1 x king-size bed with en-suite, 1 x double, 1 x single.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC, first floor bathroom with roll-top bath, shower, basin, WC and separate WC.
Cloakroom.
Kitchen/Dining Room.
Utility.
Sitting room.
Snug/playroom.
Double oven, hob, Nespresso coffee machine, microwave, fridge/freezer, further fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, TV, DVD, radio, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 3-4 cars.
Garden with lawned area to the rear and lawn to the front, with table, chairs and BBQ.
Strictly No Smoking.
Shop and pub 10/15 mins walk
Reviews (16)
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Sarah
We could not fault this beautiful house with stunning sea views, a stone throw from the beach and many wonderful walks straight from the doorstep. The photos did not do it justice. Loved the Laurence of Arabia connection, made the house extra special. Sykes and the owner were very responsive to our questions and needs and showed much kindness and consideration. Many thanks for letting us stay in your house and sharing this very special gem with us. This has been a truly memorable holiday and we hope to return.
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Leila
Accommodated our large family of 6 adults and 3 children. There was one day where we only had cold water all day which was the only negative of our stay. Some more outdoor furniture and some TVs in the bedrooms would have been good additions but having a snug with a TV in was good. Beautiful house and gardens. It is listed as child friendly but no travel cots or high chairs provided, however the house itself was great for kids as very little to damage! Kitchen was well equipped and there were some essentials to start us off which were appreciated. Plenty of parking for our 3 cars. We had a fabulous holiday and I would recommend this property.
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Timothy
Our American friends were over and came to stay as well and were blown away by Savernake and its location. Tim & Debbie Rix