Guests say
Elphinstone is a highly praised holiday cottage in Devon, consistently lauded for its stunning location, luxurious comfort, and thoughtful touches. Guests have enjoyed the beautiful views, the property's tranquillity, and the attention to detail that makes stays memorable. While minor maintenance issues are noted, the overall experience is one of exceptional quality and enjoyment.
The property is frequently described as immaculate, spotlessly clean, and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The location is consistently highlighted as stunning, with beautiful views of Newton Creek and the River Yealm, and the tranquillity of the surrounding area is much appreciated.
Guests have found the beds extremely comfortable and the house luxurious, with many noting the property's ability to cater to a wide age range, from toddlers to nonagenarians.
While the property is well-equipped and guests are generally satisfied, there are mentions of minor maintenance issues such as a loose kitchen tap and a non-functioning dishwasher, which slightly affect the score.
The property has received praise for thoughtful touches like a welcome hamper and special features for children. However, it is politely noted that such gifts, while appreciated, are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Sat in a glorious position on the banks of the River Yealm in the quaint South Devonshire village of Newton Ferrers, is Elphinstone. This fantastic property with its panormaic views, beautiful interior and high quality fixtures and fittings, provides elegant accommodation for a family or group of friends wanting a luxurious break close to the South Devon Coast. Elphinstone is set over four floors, with the living accomodation on the ground floor and the bedrooms on the upper three. The entrance to the property opens onto the second floor landing. Up a further flight of stairs is the first of the four bedrooms; a twin room with juliette balcony overlooking the river below and en suite bathroom. The bedroom and bathroom are both decorated in a quaint nautical theme, reflecting the property's approximation to the sea. On the second floor there is a spacious double bedroom featuring a king size bed, en suite shower room and french doors leading out onto a private balcony, finished with a tasteful neutral pallete. The first floor plays host to the final two bedrooms; the master and a second double room with king-size bed. The master bedroom is the epitome of style and sophistication, boasting a super king-size bed, a furnished balcony and an en suite bathroom. The double room offers a king-size bed, river views and an en suite shower room. Down a further flight of steps is the ground floor with the staircase leading into the spacious sitting room. In the centre of this exquisite room lies comfortable sofas arranged around a feature fireplace with gas fire, a cosy spot for relaxing with a good book. To one side of the room is a snug area situated on an elevated platform with two further sofas and a TV. The piece de resistance of the room however, would be the tri-fold doors that open out onto a decked area with panoramic views of the River Yealm. The kitchen/diner is in the next room and also benefits from tri-fold doors opening out onto a seperate wisteria-clad verandah. The dining area has a large dining table, perfect for a special occasion or family dinner, with the fully appointed kitchen offering an ideal place to cook up a delicious meal together. On this floor there is also a handy cloakroom area for hiding away outdoor gear, a WC and a utility room with washing facilities. Outside the decking and vernadah make beautiful spots to relax in the sun watching the numerous crafts sail past as you enjoy your morning coffee or a crisp glass of wine in the evening. A short walk from the property is the centre of Newton Ferrers or across the river is the pretty village of Noss Mayo. The bustling port of Plymouth is only a short drive away with the pretty Plymouth Hoe, The Barbican and many heritage attractions.
Elphinstone is an idyllic cottage situated in a prime location on the South Devon Coast and would be a perfect getaway for a family or group of friends.
A serene, picturesque village in the South Hams area of Devon, on a bend of the River Yealm leading up from the South Devon Coast (1 mile). An idyllic haven for sailors, for those who love messing about near water and for those who appreciate stunning and civilised countryside. There is a local butcher, chemist, post office and grocer in Newton Ferrers and an organic farm shop just two miles away. The village pub, with fantastic views across the water towards Noss Mayo, serves delicious food and drink. The area is blessed with many walks that meander along the waterside and across the fields, while to the north Dartmoor's high tors and open spaces beckon those who love wild country.
Accommodation
Split level accommodation: Four bedrooms: 1 x super king (soft/very soft tension vipspring mattress) with en suite bathroom with bath, shower over, WC and basin, 2 x double (medium tension mattresses) both with en suite shower rooms with shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin room with en suite bath, hand held shower, basin and WC.
Cloakroom with WC.
Kitchen-diner.
Utility.
Cloakroom.
Sitting room.
Snug.
Gas central heating with gas fire.
Electric oven, gas hob, dishwasher, american-style fridge/freezer, built in microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, Nespresso coffee machine, TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of games, books, Bang & Olufsen HiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Roadside parking.
Decked terrace with gas BBQ area.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub and shop 5 mins walk.
Property has a 4pm check in and 10am check out.
Reviews (23)
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Lizzie
The house itself is built and decorated beautifully, and it was lovely to be somewhere where so much thought had gone into the furnishings and decoration. We loved eating our meals in the dining room in particular with that fabulous view. The children loved the nursery bedroom (which couldnât have worked better) and the rest of us were very comfortable. I particularly enjoyed cooking listening to CDs on the wonderful sound system. This house exceeded all our expectations and we would love to come back to this special place and house.
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Hilary
What an amazing house, with spectacular views! Everything you could need for a relaxing stay A few little things to point out.....the dishwasher didn't work...after we'd fully loaded it after a meal for 6. No water was coming into it. I phoned Pebbles the next day, and very promptly, a maintenance man came out. He was unable to fix it, as a specialist engineer was required. This was a shame, as having a working dishwasher would have been so beneficial. Pebbles did what they could, though. The heating didn't work in the very top bedroom, so the maintenance man left us 2 small oil filled radiators. The towel rail in that bathroom also didn't work. In the master bedroom there is a small wooden chair, by the window with the net curtain. One of the back support is snapped and quite sharp. This was in that condition when we arrived. Embarrassingly, the fire alarm was set off by cake candles (sorry!). No damage to property, just cake candles. We silenced the alarms. A rep from Pebbles rang to check we were ok, but unfortunately, about 5 minutes later, the fire brigade arrived. One of their team noted that this was his 5th visit to the house. It was thought, by the firemen, that Pebbles could in future, contact the fire alarm company and let them know if the fire brigade need to be called out or not, to save on resources. Great weather, and a very comfy home. Thank you
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Alison
What a lovely home in a beautiful location. Pebbles, the management agents, were helpful and efficient