About this property
This is a comfortable and individual barn conversion of great character in the very peaceful, tucked-away hamlet of Start, just a mile from the sought after South Devon village of Slapton and the glorious sweep of Slapton Sands beyond. The lounge and dining space open onto the enclosed courtyard garden of The Byre. It has a unique flavour, from the south facing sun terrace, the inglenook fireplace, to the bedrooms. A useful pet friendly base, sleeping 6, with lovely walks from the property.
Accommodation:
A covered verandah/porch opens into
Dining area with a table to seat 8 and sofa.
The room extends into kitchen, dishwasher, microwave, electric oven with grill and fridge/freezer. Aga (use of from end October to Easter only) with a double electric hob included. Adjacent utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
Sitting room large sofas, chairs, TV with DVD, CD player and features an inglenook fireplace inset with a multi-fuel burner. French double doors and a single door open to the terrace. A lobby area off the sitting room leads to a
Bathroom with bath with mixer shower attachment, basin, WC and large open shower cubicle with shower.
Stairs from the sitting room to the landing.
Master bedroom with standard double bed, fitted cupboards, valley views and en-suite bathroom with bath, shower attachment, basin and WC.
Compact bunk bedroom with 3ft full size bunks and window to the courtyard.
Twin bedroom with 3ft beds, that can be zip linked to form a large double, and fitted cupboards.
The studio is on the ground floor through the covered entrance porch large windows,a sofa, chair, table and cupboard.
Outside:
The cottage is approached through a solid timber gate. The garden is totally walled, very private and has borders well stocked with plants and shrubs. Running the length of the sitting room is a raised terrace provided with table and barbecue.
Parking: One parking space in courtyard. (Access maybe difficult for very low slung cars). At the rear of the cottage, via a shared driveway is a further parking space for one medium sized car.
Features:
Included: Bed linen and towels, WiFi, electricity, central heating (oil), travel cot, high chair and basket of logs.
Pets: One dog over 12 months welcome, further dog by arrangement with the owner and THC.
Telephone: For incoming and outgoing local calls only.
Local Facilities: Beach at Slapton 1.5 miles, shop and pubs 1 mile.