House in Kingsbridge, ENG

Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay

Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay

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Behind this modest exterior, luxury awaits in our newest renovation
Miles of secluded beaches provide safe swimming for all the family
Set in a secluded, gently sloping, south-facing valley
The master bedroom has a super-kingsize bed with 400-count Egyptian cottons
Just a mile from the beaches of Start Bay

Overview of Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay

Reviews
10 out of 10 Exceptional
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 525 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Kingsbridge, ENG
  • Popular LocationSlapton Sands7 min drive
  • Popular LocationBlackpool Sands23 min drive
  • Popular LocationSouth Sands38 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)67 min drive

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1 ensuite

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Bathroom 2 ensuite

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay

Appletree Cottage at Cotmore Farm is our newest project, a nineteenth-century stable barn lovingly and stylishly converted into a spacious and eco-friendly holiday home. The sleeping accomodation at courtyard level has heated slate floors, luxurious limestone bathrooms with Grohe showers, wooden shutters, low energy lighting, contemporary solid oak furnishings, and super-kingsize beds with 400-count Egyptian cottons, while at deck level the living accommodation boasts solid oak flooring, leather sofas, a fully equipped chef's kitchen, a wide screen television with DVD and satellite, a super-efficient Burley woodburner and double French doors leading to a totally private, stone-paved deck carved out of the hillside, with outdoor dining facilities and Weber barbecue, surrounded by steep banks filled with herbs and wildflowers, through which a winding path leads past the dovecote up to the apple orchard above.

Property manager

Piers Spence

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
They're even encouraged!

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed
We welcome pets by prior arrangement: please ask

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Safety features at this property include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kingsbridge

Located in Kingsbridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Salcombe Maritime Museum and Dartmouth Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Start Point Lighthouse and Coleton Fishacre. Travelling with kids? Consider Slapton Ley Field Centre and Woodlands Family Theme Park. Discover the area's water adventures with scuba diving and snorkelling nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with mountain climbing and horse riding.

What's nearby

  • Slapton Sands - 7 min drive
  • Hallsands Beach - 12 min drive
  • Blackpool Sands - 23 min drive
  • Gara Rock Beach - 27 min drive
  • South Sands - 38 min drive

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fortescue Inn - 23 min drive
  • The Crabshell Inn - 13 min drive
  • Salcombe Dairy Ice Cream - 22 min drive
  • The Billy Can Coffee Shop - 6 min drive
  • Kings Arms Inn - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Luxury barn conversion on the fringes of Start Bay located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge holiday home is located by the sea, within 2 mi (3 km) of English Channel, Beesands Beach and South Devon. South West Coast Path Section 40 Trailhead and Slapton Sands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.6/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Laura K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week in Devon
Beautifully property, converted to a high standard. Despite a blustery week (Storm Ciarán), we enjoyed great walking along the coast, pub lunches and quiet relaxation in the house. Piers recommended we visit NT Coleton Fishacre on the drive back to Bristol which we thoroughly enjoyed, especially the house. Would definitely return to Apple Tree Cottage.
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

LES C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay
All you need, friendly and helpful hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Brenda R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appletree cottage
Very comfortable and quiet - bliss! Everything we needed was to hand and excellent communication from Piers as the host. Highly recommended.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Marianne D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent stay on a lovely working farm
One of the best Devon holiday stays we have had. The working farm is fantastic for kids , the owners actively encourage the kids to interact with the farm animals. Appletree cottage is wonderful , all amenities needed for your holiday . The location is superb , the local walls are a must , especially if you have a dog. The owners are welcoming , ensuring all your needs are met , with the extra delight of being able to purchase local meats for you stay. This is a real gem we are so pleased to find, and will be returning.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

James S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Appletree Cottage
We had a lovely stay at Appletree Cottage, the property was lovely and clean and catered for all our needs, it is perfectly located to explore the local area, either by foot or by car, although the Devon lanes can a bit nail biting! Piers, the host, was really welcoming and helpful and nothing was too much trouble. We hope we can visit again sometime soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

About the host

Hosted by Piers Spence

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Cotmore is a 17th century house surrounded by 13 acres of land that was already a farm more than a thousand years ago. It is a welcoming place that is home to Piers, Sue, various visiting student offspring, some cats, and a small, friendly, bouncy dog called Jack. We moved here from south-east England in 2011, with the aim of establishing an ecologically sustainable holiday experience such as we remember from our own childhoods in Ireland and Cornwall respectively. We have painstakingly converted stone barns and outbuildings to deliver stylish and luxurious self-catering accommodation at the heart of the farm. As well as horses, we keep Large Black pigs, Shetland sheep, and free-range chickens and ducks, all of which provide a plentiful supply of eggs, sausages, bacon and hams that we are happy to share with holiday guests. And, living just a mile from the spectacular south Devon coast, we take full advantage of our fabulous seaside location to walk, swim, cycle, surf and kayak.
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