Guests say
Harbourfield in Salcombe is praised for its beautiful views, comfortable setting, and convenient location. Guests enjoyed the outdoor decks and the property's amenities, including a table tennis table and an Aga cooker. While some guests noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance, the house's charm and the responsiveness of the staff to issues were appreciated.
Guests have mentioned cobwebs, a dirty kitchen floor, and food splatters, indicating room for improvement in cleanliness. However, the property was also described as comfortable and well-equipped, suggesting that the issues were not widespread.
The property's location is highly praised for its stunning views and proximity to local amenities. The hill's steepness was noted, but overall, the location contributed positively to the guests' experiences.
Comfort was generally well-received, with the property described as large and comfortable. However, some guests mentioned uncomfortable mattresses and a squeaky bed, which detracts slightly from the overall comfort score.
Facilities like the table tennis, parking, and well-equipped kitchen were appreciated, but guests also reported blunt knives, chipped glasses, and a lack of cupboard space. Maintenance issues such as a lumpy mattress and a slow oven were also noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special thoughtful touches provided by the hosts in the reviews, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Set above Salcombe in a quiet residential area, yet only 10 minutes’ walk from the town's shops, restaurants and quayside, Harbourfield offers pleasant views from the decking and some of the bedrooms across the town towards Batson Creek, as well as off-road parking for one large or two small cars.
Providing exceptional accommodation for a family, this spacious holiday home has a light and sunny lounge, and a beautiful kitchen/dining room, complete with a 2-oven Aga… perfect for those chilly winter days! The property sleeps up to eight people, in four bedrooms. Three are on the first floor (two have double beds – one with an en suite - and one has a single bed), along with a family bathroom. On the second floor is a fourth bedroom, perfectly designed for children. With full-size bunk beds and an additional 3' single bed, plus a TV. This very special room is a wonderful area for the youngsters in the party to congregate!
Another fantastic facility is the full size table tennis table available for guests’ use in the garage, accessed from the hallway. Why not have a tournament to see which family member is the most skilled?
Outside there is a lower decking area with table and chairs and small sunny front garden with seat. There is also a further upper decking area with table and chairs and countryside views. Off-road parking for one car (garage also available by request).
This fantastic property is exceptionally well-prepared for families looking for quiet accommodation within easy reach of Salcombe’s beaches.
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
Four bedrooms: 1 x King-size.
1 x double with en suite shower room.
1 x single.
1 x bunk beds on the second floor, with an additional single bed.
Family bathroom.
Cloakroom.
Kitchen / dining room.
Lounge.
Night storage heaters.
Hot water by AGA or Immersion.
Fridge/freezer, washing machine, AGA, hob, oven, dishwasher, microwave.
Washing machine (in garage).
Freeview HD TV, DVD.
Wifi Broadband.
Parking for one car or two small ones on the drive.
Garage also available on request which can be used for parking.
Lower decking area with table and chairs, upper decking area with table and chairs, small front garden.
Nespresso coffee maker.
Bed linen and bath towels supplied however you will need to bring your own beach towels.
Please note: For reasons of comfort the maximum number of adults per booking is 5.
Strictly No Smoking
Reviews (16)
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Claire
We are fitter now due to the walk uphill from the town! We enjoyed eating in town, The Crab Shed was great. We swam in the outdoor swimming pool. One of the main reasons why I booked Harbourfield was the fact that it has an Aga, but it wasn't switched on and we had to use the alternative electric cooker. I was disappointed. If the Aga is going to be off, because it's summer, and too hot in the kitchen then the information on the internet should say. I was pleased that I had brought food from home as advised by Waitrose Weekend newspaper as the 2 food shops, Co-op and Spar in Salcombe are limited.
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Heather
The accommodation was as described and worked well for two families. The parking is quite tight, fine for our small car but might be tricky with a big car! All in all, a great stay, would recommend.
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Christine
The house is comfortable, clean and well equipped and well located in Salcombe, though a walk uphill from the town centre/harbour! I offered to cook us a roast chicken on the Sunday as restaurants busy, (book well in advance for evenings but lunchtimes easier to book once there) and found the oven very slow to heat up with just the fan but got there in the end with addition of top and bottom heating! The property has been let since 2004 it seems from visitors book and maybe the oven needs a professional clean?! It was great to have the parking for our 2 small cars. The outside deck areas were nice. We were lucky with the weather. I know Salcombe well and my friends enjoyed it all, the coastal walking, the beach, the ferries, the shops and restaurants in the town and areas around.