Lower Coombe Royal is hidden away among acres of historic gardens on the edge of Kingsbridge in South Devon.
There are 8 acres of beautiful gardens and woods to explore and all within 10 minutes walk of the amenities of Kingsbridge and 15 minutes drive from the beautiful sandy South Ham's beaches. The Loft is a great base to explore the local area, we are also within easy reach of the South West Coast path and Dartmoor, but there are many wonderful walks straight from the property too!
The Loft is located above the garage of the main Edwardian House. It is accessed through the garden and is located directly next to the play area, it has its own private seating area with a small lawn and a BBQ. The Loft has its own allocated parking space, approximately 50-100 metres away.
AT A GLANCE:
Ideal for couples or friends travelling together or a small family.
1 bedroom with a kingsize bed.
An open plan kitchen/dining/living room with a double sofa bed which can be made up to sleep an additional 1-2 guests. Alternatively an extra single bed or travel cot can be erected in the bedroom for a child.
There is an bathroom with a shower, toilet, basin and heated towel rail.
Access to 8 acres of gardens and woods with a children's play area.
Well behaved dogs are welcome- £25 surcharge applies.
Please be aware that the garden for the Loft is immediately next to the play area, this may be a little noisy at certain times of day mainly in the school summer holidays when we have families with children staying on site.
Essentials Provided:
Tea towels
Washing Up Liquid
Washing liquid
Fabric Softener
Dishwasher tablets
Kitchen Roll
Toilet Rolls
Scourer/dish cloth
Bin bags
Oil
Tea/Coffee/Sugar
Salt/Pepper
Cling film/foil/sandwich bags
Bath Towels/Bedding
Hand soap in bathrooms
Milk
Iron & Ironing Board
Hoover
Hair drier
Travelling with Children & Babies
We understand that travelling with babies and children can be stressful at times. We hope we can lessen this by providing everything you could possibly need during your stay. Please see the list below for items available:
• Travel cot with extra mattress
• Travel cot bedding/sleep sack/sheet
• Play gym
• Bumbo seat
• Bouncy chair
• High Chair with tray
• Plastic crockery/cutlery/cups
• Braun hand blender to puree food
• Change mat
• Baby toys
• Large boxes of Duplo/Playmobil/Lego
• Selection of Board Books and books for older children
• Puzzles and games
• Board games and cards etc
The front door enters the open plan living/kitchen/dining area, there are hooks for your coats and space for your shoes and wellies. The open plan living/kitchen dining area has a large leather sofa with a television with FreeSat/Netflix/Amazon Prime and BBC IPlayer.
A well equipped kitchen with dishwasher, induction hob, oven, microwave and an undercounter fridge and freezer, allow you to enjoy cooking in as well as eating out in the many lovely local eateries.
There is a small utility area, with a washing machine and a drying rack for your use.
There is a bathroom with a shower, toilet, basin and heated towel rail.
In the bedroom there is a king size bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe and bedside tables. There is space for an additional single mattress if needed for an extra guest.
Please be aware that there is a family home adjacent to the property. Whilst every attempt has been made to sound proof, it may still be possible to hear the sounds of children playing outside on occasion. We are more than happy for you to let us know if you are being disturbed in any way at all.
The Loft has its own parking space and is accessed down a path across the play area, down 3-4 large sleeper steps.
You are welcome to explore the 8 acres of gardens and woodland.
On site we also have the Coach House (a cottage sleeping 6) and 3 safari lodges with hot tubs. Each lodge sleeps up to 6 people. They are located in the orchard and beyond in the woodland and on the hillside.
In addition Eucalyptus lodge is specifically set up to provide accommodation for those with accessibility needs to include a hoist for the hot tub.
Myself, my husband Paul and our three children live in the main house next to the Loft. We will usually be on site and are available to answer any queries you may have, but will also give you your own space to enjoy your holiday.
Kingsbridge is a historic market down situated just 10 minutes walk. It is situated at the top of the Salcombe estuary. Local amenities include supermarkets, restaurants, cafes and numerous independent retailers along the bustling main street. During the summer the ferry runs down to Salcombe and back.
There are numerous beautiful beaches within 15-20 minutes drive including the surfing beach of Bantham.
You can access Lower Coombe Royal by public transport. There are buses to Kingsbridge from Plymouth and Totnes. The Totnes bus stops near the end of the drive. There are regular trains stopping at Totnes.
From Kingsbridge it is also possible to catch a bus to Salcombe and other surrounding villages/towns.
Please do not wear shoes inside the property. Please leave the property clean and tidy and do not leave dirty dishes etc on departure.