Clarence Riverside, Royal William Yard
ID: S534758
- Bedrooms 2
- ・ Sleeps 4
- ・ Pets No
Guests say
Guests generally appreciate the stylish, well-appointed apartment with its stunning views and excellent location in Royal William Yard. The area offers a peaceful atmosphere with plenty of dining options and easy access to local attractions. While some minor issues with cleanliness and maintenance are noted, the overall experience is positive, with special mentions of the property's character and the thoughtful touches provided by the hosts.
The apartment received mixed feedback on cleanliness. Some guests found it spotlessly clean, while others noted floors and kitchenware that needed additional cleaning. The variance in experiences suggests occasional lapses rather than a consistent problem.
The location is highly praised for its tranquillity, beautiful views, and abundance of local amenities, including restaurants, bars, and ferry connections. Its proximity to both Devon and Cornwall makes it an ideal base for exploring.
Most guests found the apartment comfortable, with a few mentioning limited ceilings and sound carrying through the apartment. The views and seating areas are appreciated, contributing to the overall comfort.
Facilities are generally good, with some guests highlighting the need for additional kitchen utensils and clearer instructions for appliances. The presence of games and a welcome pack are positives, but the lack of certain items like a bottle opener and coffee pods was noted.
Guests mentioned thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack with gin and tonic, which added to their experience. However, as these gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed, they should be considered a bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Positioned in the old naval setting of Royal William Yard in the maritime rich Plymouth, Devon, is this contemporary duplex apartment, Clarence Riverside, Royal William Yard. Enjoying a fantastic position just paces away from the city centre and an interior boasting exceptional sea/river views and across to Mount Edgcumbe, Clarence Riverside, Royal William Yard is a fantastic dwelling for couples or a family, accommodating up to two more guests in a double sofa bed. Step into your new home from home, where on the first-floor, you will find a well-presented king-size bedroom served by a cloakroom for your convenience. Make your way up to the second-floor, where you will find a well-equipped kitchen perfect for rustling up tasty dishes, ready to enjoy at the dining table in the living/dining room with apex ceiling, huge skylight, and sash windows showcasing the exceptional views on offer. After dinner, kick-back and relax on the plush sofas with your favourite book or select a much-loved film from the TV. Continue through to the well-appointed shower room where you can freshen up after a day of exploring, before finding the second beautifully decorated king-size bedroom. Explore your surroundings, where right on your doorstep you will find a variety of shops, pubs, and restaurants, including French cuisine at Bistrot Pierre, as well as the Devil’s Point Fishing Spot for hooking your catch of the day, the Devil’s Point Tidal Pool and the picturesque Firestone Bay. Head into the city centre, where you can catch a live performance at the Theatre Royal, sample award-winning gin at Plymouth Gin Distillery, meet the local marine life at the National Marine Aquarium, delve into history at The Box. Catch a ferry from the marina where you can take a short trip to the esteemed 16th-century Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park and hire bikes or segways, walk through the gardens and take in breath-taking views across Plymouth and Drake's Island. Continue onto Dartmoor National Park for excellent hiking and cycling opportunities. Alternatively, visit one of the yards many restaurants, or for a special occasion, take a stroll along to the The Artillery Tower for fine dining. You can also take the ferry to the energetic Barbican area for fresh seafood. Further afield is Dartmouth, home to a remarkable castle, Bayard’s Cove Fort, and the Dartmouth Museum. All this and more awaits at Clarence Riverside, Royal William Yard.
Surrounded by the rugged beauty of Dartmoor, the spectacular countryside of the South Hams and the bright landscape of the South Devon coast, Plymouth offers the perfect balance of maritime heritage and natural beauty in a bustling city atmosphere. Wander through the maze of little alleyways with its shops, restaurants and art galleries and down to the Barbican quayside, where the city's maritime history begins. Take a trip up to the Hoe with its unmatched vista across one of the world's greatest natural harbours and where Francis Drake played bowls as the Armada sailed into view! Take a tour of the Plymouth Gin distillery, attend a concert at the Theatre Royal or spend a fascinating few hours at the National Marine Aquarium. There are also boat cruises around the Sound and Naval dockyards, watersports at the Mountbatten Centre and the city centre shopping complex to visit. The untamed tors of Dartmoor, the seaside resorts of Torbay, several magnificent estates and gardens and the splendid coastline beauty of South Cornwall can all be reached in about 45 minutes.
Accommodation
Duplex apartment over first and second floor.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x second floor king-size.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Cloakroom with basin and WC.
Second-floor kitchen.
Second-floor living/dining room with double sofa bed
Central heating.
Oven, ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher and Nespresso coffee machine.
TV, WiFi, board games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Luxury bed linen and towels included in rent.
Designated parking space adjacent to apartment.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.3 miles, beach 0.9 miles.
Note: This property is located in an award-winning development with a wide ranges of bars, restaurants and Everyman Cinema.
Please Note: Bathroom & Downstairs 'Cloakroom refurbished, and Fridge & Freezer was replaced January 2024.
Rapid electric charging within 2 minute drive.
Access to residents garden
Reviews (16)
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Janine
However the quiet was spoilt by building work starting at 8am (except weekends),as the building opposite is currently being converted into apartments. We were handed keys on arrival & told there is no easy way to get up to the apartment, just go up the very steep metal stairs and walk back the length of the building to the apartment. There are internal fire escape stairs with a return, which was slightly easier. Inside the flat the stairs were also very deep & steep, this was quite challenging for one of our party. It was a lovely place, and would love to stay here again, but for our party we would choose a different property in one of the other buildings that has a lift.
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Linda
! also the view from the lounge window was beautiful. Parked the car on arrival (added bonus allocated parking) and only used it once as the bus stops right outside the Yard. Plenty of places to eat so didnât have to cook once. We were very lucky with the weather and was able to get out and about, all in all a lovely holiday in a lovely place â¦. thank you Anna and John for sharing your apartment.
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Elizabeth
Having visited the south west many times previously, Plymouth was a place sign posted off the M5. However a week later I'm so glad we decided to visit. Royal William Yard is a lovely peaceful location. Previously a naval establishment from the 1800s, the old naval buildings are now converted into luxury apartments and a few restaurants. Prior to arrival, communication from the owner was good. On arrival day, we spoke with the housekeeper (nice lady) who met us at the apartment building and showed us our allocated parking space; plus helped with any information we required. The apartment itself is within one of the converted naval buildings and is very well put together, with just about everything we needed for our stay. We were provided with milk, coffee, tea etc plus some miniature Plymouth gin and tonics. Nice touches! The apartment (on two floors) is well decorated and appointed and was spotlessly clean. The view from the lounge window over the water was great, we spent ages just watching the various craft going past, with views towards Cremyll. Royal William Yard itself was lovely. The restaurants were good and sitting on the green in the sun was very relaxing. There is plenty to see within RWY with information displayed detailing the history of the place. We spent a number of evenings just walking around RWY plus sitting at restaurants on the waterfront. In addition there are benches outside the apartment where you can sit and watch the harbour. Access to Dartmoor and various beaches was easy. Another great day out was to use the Cremyll ferry which sets off nearby and then spend a few hours walking around the Mount Edgcumbe House and country park just across the bay. So a week later, would we visit Plymouth again - definitely. Would we visit this apartment again - most definitely!