About this property
This former guard tower once providing soldiers shelter to guard the Shaldon coastal defences, now provides a breath taking retreat for couples during all seasons. Featured on George Clarke s Amazing Spaces, indulge yourself with the ever changing views of the stunning waterside location on the south bank of the River Teign. A short 50 metre stroll to the beach where you can take a ferry trip across to Teignmouth or visit the hidden Ness Cove beach accessed via an original smuggles tunnel 0.2 miles away. The heart of the village is a gentle wander away and provides a local butcher, bakery, village shop, pubs and much more, meaning everything is on hand within 1 mile. Although small in appearance, don t be fooled as the inside space has been perfectly designed to ensure you re equipped with everything you need. Take the external steps to the first floor and enter through into the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner provides breath taking sea views with large sliding windows, a dining space for two, comfy sofa, Smart TV which can be remotely hidden away, and a well equipped kitchen including a built in bean styled coffee machine. Other mod cons including Bluetooth speaker, iPad, mood lighting and underfloor heating ensure your stay is as luxurious as the view. Down the winding staircase you ll enter the master king size bedroom with an en suite shower room with blissful rainfall shower and LED mirror. Outdoors you re spoilt with two seating areas both with idyllic sea view settings. A grill BBQ, outdoor recliners and enclosed private garden space make it the perfect spot to unwind. The owner would like to share with you their other unique property, Driftsands, Whitsand Bay, East Cornwall for a future stay. The owner's are delighted to offer Gun House guests a 10% discount off a booking at Driftsands. Need to know: 1 bedroom 1 king size. 1 bathroom 1 en suite shower room with WC. Neff combi fan oven/microwave, infrared hob, fridge, dishwasher and Neff coffee machine. Smart TV in lounge, Sonos Bluetooth speaker, Control 4 home automation system, mood lighting and iPad. Underfloor heating throughout. Parking permit provided for public car park 100 metres away. Pub, shop and beach less than 1 mile. Ideal couples retreat and not suitable for children or babies. Please note, this is a unique property with narrow, steep stairs. Alternative access to upper and lower floors via external steps .
Accommodation
Waterside views, Enclosed garden / patio, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Beach within 5 miles, Fishing on site / nearby, Luxury, Romantic, Quirky, Does not allow pets, Cottage, Yes