LOCATION Broad Downs Barn is just a short 5 minute drive from the picturesque sailing town of Salcombe with its beaches, waterfront, shops & restaurants. Beautiful walks from Broad Downs Barn connect with miles of coastal paths at Bolberry Down leading to Salcombe, Soar Mill Cove, Hope Cove & Thurlestone, whilst Bantham Beach, popular with surfers from far & wide is just a 10 minute drive away. The location provides an ideal secluded country retreat away from the crowds
- the perfect base for exploring neighbouring coves & beaches & the market town of Kingsbridge (a 10 minute drive) & beyond to Dartmouth Approx. half an hour away.ENTRANCE A galleried entrance hall leads into the property with a ground floor cloakroom with w.c. A large, well equipped KITCHEN/DINING ROOM with range oven, table & seating for 12, opening out to a furnished terrace for al fresco dining & garden. Steps lead down from the dining area into a spacious vaulted SITTING ROOM which features a log-burning stove for cosy winter nights in, a 42'' flat screen TV with integrated DVD, SKY/WII & a music system plus stylish but comfortable seating for up to 14. Large French doors provide stunning views of the grounds & countryside beyond & open onto the terrace & garden. LAUNDRY AREA with washing machine & tumble dryer.BEDROOMS There are six double bedrooms (3 en suite) in total, each offering flexible sleeping arrangements as either super-King size doubles (6') or twins with two single beds
- all rooms have quality ' Vi-Spring' mattresses. There are also two folding chair-beds (for children under 16 only) available on request at the time of booking. N.B. All bedding, bed linen & bath towels are provided. Option for bedroom 6 (ground floor) to be arranged as an additional TV/reception room.FAMILY BATHROOM with separate freestanding bath & shower.BABY FRIENDLY FACILITIES All of the following are available on request: Travel cots, stairgates, highchairs, child-friendly eating & drinking utensils & pre-bookable evening babysitting.OUTDOOR HEATED SWIMMING POOL 4' overall depth, set in original walled garden. The outdoor heated swimming pool is only available between the May & September, please check with the office for confirmed dates (shared with the main farmhouse.)OUTSIDE Approx. one acre of private informal garden with outside dining facilities (including table & chairs/bench), & barbeque. PARKING There is parking adjacent to the barn for three vehicles. Additional on site parking / boat trailer storage on request.ADDITIONAL SERVICES The owners of Broad Downs are offering additional services included with every booking which are designed to take away as much of the pre-holiday hassle as possible to allow busy families to 'hit the ground running' when they start their holiday & enjoy every available minute, minimising the organisational stress. Welcome pack including maps & guides, information on local facilities & services, restaurants, beaches, walks & local shopping. Baby & toddler equipment, including travel cots, stairgates, highchairs, child friendly eating & drinking utensils, microwave bottle sterilizer available on request. Advance restaurant booking. Bedding, bed linen, bath towels provided & beds made up weekly. Sky/ Wii Internet Broadb&. Heated outdoor swimming pool & sun terrace ADDITIONAL SERVICES SEPARATELY CHARGEDEvening babysitting; Evening drop off / pick up from Salcombe / local restaurants; private on-site catering for evening meals Welcome grocery pack; Flowers; Personal trainer for individuals or groups.ARRIVAL & DEPARTURE TIMESArrival: Friday 4.30pm (Early luggage drop off & parking facility on day of arrival); Departure: Friday 12.00pm