10/10 Excellent
Julie F.
2 Jan 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Homely, spacious but cosy property by the sea
Julie F.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024
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House With Sea Views And Sunny Aspect
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Reviews
9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 94000 sq ft
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Thurlestone, Devon
- South Devon9 min drive
- Burgh Island20 min drive
- Hope Cove Beach24 min drive
- Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)49 min drive
Rooms & beds
4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 2
2 King Beds
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
+2
4 Single Beds and 2 Child Beds
2 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo
Bathroom 2
Soap · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer
Spaces
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Office
Balcony
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
House With Sea Views And Sunny Aspect
An exceptionally attractive, light and airy house at the end of a private drive. In a very quiet but central position in this picturesque village in the South Hams, within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. All modern facilities and furnishings are to a very high standard, including central heating and hot water. Good sized safe garden, mostly lawn, which is dog-proof. Faces south from sun-trap terrace across fields and wetlands (preserved wild life sanctuary) with views to golf course, sea, and Bolt Tail (National Trust). 5 minutes walk to the beaches, coves, golf course, tennis courts, village shop / post office, pub, bird-watching. Within 10 / 15 minutes drive for sailing, water sports, boat-hire and fishing at Salcombe, surfing at Bantham, cliff walks at Bolt Head and Burgh Island, horse-riding. 30 minutes drive to Dartmoor for trekking, horse-riding, walking.
Property manager
Roger Wood
Languages
English, French, Portuguese, Spanish
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 9:30 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 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 the city centre and near the beach. Historic Salcombe and Overbecks Museum and Garden are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and South Devon. Travelling with kids? Consider Sea N Shore, or check out an event or a game at Plympton Swimming Pool. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
Thurlestone, Devon
What's nearby
- South Devon - 9 min drive - 7.7 km
- Bantham beach - 14 min drive - 2.6 km
- Bigbury-on-Sea Beach - 19 min drive - 14.6 km
- Burgh Island - 20 min drive - 14.9 km
- Hope Cove Beach - 24 min drive - 10.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Ring 'O' Bells - 7 min drive
- Mahabharat Balti House - 9 min drive
- Creeks End Inn - 9 min drive
- The Oyster Shack - 12 min drive
- Seven Stars - 9 min drive
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Reviews
9.8
Exceptional
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Cleanliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
9.6/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Mike S.
16 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Egret
Mike S.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Lisa L.
4 Sept 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent location
Lisa L.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christina S.
29 May 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely views
Christina S.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Clive P.
7 Apr 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Back at Little Egret
Clive P.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2023
8/10 Good
natasha l.
6 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property and location
natasha l.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022
10/10 Excellent
Robert T.
21 Feb 2023
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short break
Robert T.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Tony D.
24 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous property
Tony D.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Sheena W.
4 Jan 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely fabulous home
Sheena W.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clive P.
28 Oct 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Half term break
Clive P.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Clare T.
28 Dec 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Christmas break
Clare T.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Paul Yealand K.
15 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding family accommodation in superb location
Paul Yealand K.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Charles T.
5 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely property with wonderful views
Charles T.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Lesley B.
27 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely comfortable home.
Lesley B.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ray P.
19 May 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
May relaxation
Ray P.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022
10/10 Excellent
Nigel Beacom B.
25 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Enjoyable stay
Nigel Beacom B.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
Joanna J., English
9 Oct 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Little Egrets...not so little
Joanna J.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2021
10/10 Excellent
JEREMY B., Matfield, Kent, England
16 Jul 2021
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family holiday in Thurlestone
JEREMY B.
10/10 Excellent
Donna F., Cheshire UK
13 Jul 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous family home
Donna F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
8/10 Good
Sue M.
5 Oct 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great escape
Sue M.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020
8/10 Good
Justine B.
15 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful house
Justine B.
Stayed 9 nights in Sep 2020
10/10 Excellent
Elisabeth T.
5 Sept 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The most wonderful short break!
Elisabeth T.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2020
8/10 Good
Annette Haynes
4 Jan 2020
Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Thurlestone New Year break with family
Annette Haynes
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2019
10/10 Excellent
Beverley B.
30 Dec 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful house beautiful location.
Beverley B.
10/10 Excellent
Matthew R.
6 Jan 2019
great house, great location
Matthew R.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018
About the host
Hosted by Roger Wood
Little Egret has been our holiday home for over 20 years. For 30 years we rented houses in Thurlestone and Salcombe for our family holidays. We have 3 children in their 40s, who between them have 8 children, 3 dogs and 3 cats, and we have 2 black Labradors. So the house is well used throughout the year and is arranged so that it is very comfortable and easy to run. An added attraction for us is that we have a number of friends who live locally. My wife and I stay every month throughout the year as we value the quieter periods outside school holidays to unwind, walk the Labradors along the cliff and beaches, play golf, sail, socialise and eat fresh seafood.
Why they chose this property
We bought it because we wanted sea views without being exposed to strong winds (the house is sheltered from the prevailing westerlies), a few minutes walk to the beaches, the best weather in the UK, and easy access from our home in Surrey.
Our family has holidayed in both Salcombe and Thurlestone for 40+ years because the South Hams has beautiful unspoilt beaches, cliffs, estuaries, rolling countryside, and Dartmoor is on its doorstep. The South Hams has its own micro climate which is often so much warmer and sunnier than the rest of England.
Initially the crowds of Salcombe had some appeal to us. But we have matured to Thurlestone (15 minutes away) so that we benefit from a lovely village by the sea without crowds.
Our family has holidayed in both Salcombe and Thurlestone for 40+ years because the South Hams has beautiful unspoilt beaches, cliffs, estuaries, rolling countryside, and Dartmoor is on its doorstep. The South Hams has its own micro climate which is often so much warmer and sunnier than the rest of England.
Initially the crowds of Salcombe had some appeal to us. But we have matured to Thurlestone (15 minutes away) so that we benefit from a lovely village by the sea without crowds.
What makes this property unique
Originally our very young and then teenage children fell in love with the variety of seaside things to do. They are now 40 year olds who love the house and the area so much that their children can't get enough of family holidays at Little Egret. There is always so much to do being 5 mins walk to beaches, surfing, golf, tennis, village pub and shop, and within a short drive of everywhere in the South Hams and Dartmoor.
Good restaurants and pubs abound. Historical places of interest and childrens places of entertainment are within short distances.
Compared with more restricted holiday lets, we offer a fully equipped house, with space and relaxation ideally for two large families or four couples, sea views from the terrace and most rooms, and an enclosed, safe garden for children and dogs.
Good restaurants and pubs abound. Historical places of interest and childrens places of entertainment are within short distances.
Compared with more restricted holiday lets, we offer a fully equipped house, with space and relaxation ideally for two large families or four couples, sea views from the terrace and most rooms, and an enclosed, safe garden for children and dogs.
Languages:
English, French, Spanish, Portuguese
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