Key Features
- Property code: CHEST
- Changeover day: Friday
- Designated parking
- Short Breaks available
- May be suitable for those with mobility problems
- Central heating
- Garden or outside space
- Washing machine
- Ground floor accommodation
- Near Beach
Description
Chestnut Cottage, recently refurbished and located in a quiet valley not far from the coast and the village of Slapton in South Devon is part of Buckland Court. Located deep in delightful South Hams countryside, this ground floor cottage is close to Slapton Ley, a world famous nature reserve, a 3 mile beach and several excellent real ale pubs. Dartmouth and Kingsbridge are within 15 minutes drive, both with interesting shops, fine restaurants, boat trips, sailing and much more. Totnes, a quaint Elizabethan town is 9 miles away and Dartmoor, with wonderful walking and spectacular scenery is within easy reach. Buckland Court is well situated for a wide range of indoor and outdoor pursuits including golf. A gate from the courtyard opens out to a sweep of grass and orchard (1.5 acres) including a large pond populated by ducks. There is a built in barbecue with picnic benches where guests can relax and young people can play outdoor games and a children’s adventure playhouse on stilts with a slide and swings and a pool table/tennis table in the laundry room for those rainy days.
The cottages are very comfortable and well furnished and set around a pretty courtyard with summer hanging baskets and benches. The kitchens are well equipped with gas hobs, cooker extractor hoods, built-under ovens, fridges and microwaves. All beds are standard size (4ft 6in doubles, 3ft singles). The bathrooms all have a shower over the bath, hand basin and WC. All cottages have central heating, a gas fire in the living area and are equipped with iron and ironing board. There is a large communal laundry room with coin operated washing machine, dryer and freezer. Water is supplied through filtered and tested borehole water.
Links to other cottages in Buckland Court. Acorn (sleeps 4). Apple (sleeps 5). Beeches (sleeps 6). Blackberry (sleeps 6). Hawthorn (sleeps 6). Maple (sleeps 4).
Situated on the ground floor in the charming lower courtyard of Buckland Court, Chestnut is an attractive, roomy cottage for two. There are no access steps or within the cottage, which makes it particularly suitable for those with walking disabilities and enables easy push chair access.
Shared entrance hall with Maple cottage. Front door into small hallway that leads into a spacious very comfortable living room with two sofas, gas fire, TV with video/DVD player, plenty of books and dining table to seat 4. The kitchen area is well equipped and has a gas hob with electric oven, microwave and fridge with ice compartment. The comfortable bedroom has twin 3ft beds and attractive pine furniture. Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, WC and over-bath clothes dryer.
An archway in the corner of the lower courtyard (separated by a substantial gate) opens out to a large pond populated by ducks and a sweep of grass and orchard (1.5 acres) including a built in barbecue with picnic benches where guests can relax and young people can play outdoor games as well as a new children’s adventure playhouse on stilts with a slide and swings.
Car parking in the drive, not in the lower courtyard except for loading and unloading.
- Included: Bed linen and towels, Wi-Fi, electricity, central heating (gas).
- Cot, High chair and Infant bed guard may be available from caretaker on a first come, first served basis, please enquire.
- Telephone: No telephone.
- Pets: Pets welcome but must be on a lead in the grounds. £25.00 per pet per week.
- Local Facilities: Beach 2.2 miles. Shop and pub 1.7 miles. Dartmouth Golf and Country Club with leisure facilities: 25% discount on green fees and day membership, 4 miles
November 2017
Would highly recommend . Really friendly and very helpful booking staff . Cottage was more than we could have hoped for . They have thought of everything you could possible need , books games dvd’s all in extreamly good condition . Lots of information about the area . A very high standard of kitchen appliances and dinning ware . Beautiful well maintained garden .
April 2015
Wonderful stay at chestnut cottage.beautiful location and the cottage had everything we needed.simon the caretaker was really helpful and friendly.toadhall cottages has come up trumps again!
The Tower Inn
(2 miles)
Tucked away beside the 14th century tower that gives it its name, this is a family run pub serving excellent food in a beautiful setting. Sit outside in the sunny courtyard or let the kids run around in the rear garden in summer, or on cooler days enjoy the cosy panelled bar and restaurant. There is a wide selection of meat, poultry and fish options on the menu, all locally sourced, as well as veggie options, kids menu and popular Sunday roasts.
The Tower Inn Slapton, Kingsbridge TQ7 2PN (T: 01548 580216)
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I very much adore the outdoor space with many interesting objects, such as chickens and incredible plants like magnolias and so on. The food is also rather good, and always makes the walk around the Ley worthwhile
December 2016
Nice food, friendly staff - definately worth a visit!
May 2017
Fantastic food
April 2017
old and atmospheric but not impressed by food or prices
May 2017
Great pub. Atmospheric and nice staff.
June 2017
Loved this place. Fantastic ambience and food. Helpful friendly staff and locals.
June 2017
Less than average food and I fail to see how the children can play in the courtyard - it's tiny and the front leads onto the road. Impossible to pay the bill with the contactless system - you literally have to walk to a tiny area and hope the wifi picks it up.
July 2017
We had a wonderful meal here. The place was lovely and staff were very friendly and were very accommodating with our dog. Would come again.
July 2017
A lovely pub that accommodated us at short notice for my daughters birthday and the food was superb.
August 2017
Menu was a little odd with some items coming with accompliments and some not. Also the bar bites on the main restaurant menu (not sure where they actually fit in along with small plates and also a bar chalk board) making the menu a bit disjointed. When phoned to book, we were asked had we dined there before, when we said we hadn't, we were told only the side room was available. Side room was fine but no cutlery or side plates on table (unlike the other rooms) and a bucket arrived to set our own! No other people in the side room and there was also tables free in the main rooms so didn't feel particularly welcome.
September 2017
Fantastic meal !
September 2017
Really nice atmospheric pub with very friendly and accomodating staff. Although the food was very nice and we all enjoyed our meal I thought it was quite over priced.
December 2017
Great food and very friendly
April 2018
A beautiful, historic and friendly pub set in a delightful location and with a lovely garden. The food is excellent and certainly not the standard 'pub food'. A children's menu is also available and is more than adequate. This is a relaxed, family run, village pub where children & dogs are welcome. We have visited many times and particularly like their Beer Festival in May.
April 2018
The Queens Arms
(2 miles)
A thriving free house in the heart of the village offering good value home cooked meals, a wine list to suit most tastes and real ales from local South West breweries. Benefits from its own car park in a village where parking is limited.
The Queens Arms Slapton, Kingsbridge TQ7 2PN (T: 01548 580800)
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Great food and nice friendly staff! Would recommend.
May 2017
Lovely food. Great atmosphere. Dog friendly
April 2017
Lovely pub - excellent food
May 2017
returned again and as usual everything from staff to food excellent. Will be back next year Thoroughly recommended
June 2017
Very lovely and friendly staff, however, disappointed with the food. My fish and chips were virtually inedible due to the fish being so overcooked and the frozen chips of a very poor quality. Sadly, we visited on our first night and therefore didn't eat there again. The garden however, was very beautiful so we did return there to sit in the garden and have a couple of drinks with our dogs.
June 2017
We booked a table at The Queens Arms, the menu looked good and varied. It is a charming place, set in the attractive village of Slapton. However, the service leaves something to be desired ! We arrived at 6.50pm and the food did not arrive until an a hour later, without apology! The food was good, but the service, badly let this pub down, and we did not eat there again for the remainder of the holiday, and we would have done if the service had been better!. The saving grace was the food and the lovely barman, he was charming, shame about the rest.!
July 2017
A lovely pub with with wonderful hosts and a great menu, we visited several times whilst on holiday
August 2017
This pub was fantastic. The meals were basic but very tasty and hot. The land lady was very friendly and approachable. overall highly recommended.
September 2017
A very busy pub in Slapton serving great food - go early if you can to avoid a wait.
September 2017
Great village pub,dog friendly and good food.
September 2017
A lovely, welcoming pub, extremely friendly towards both people and dogs! The food was excellent and very reasonably priced and there were no less than FIVE local ciders available. Highly recommended.
October 2017
We go here every time we are in Devon even if we have to drive an hour to get here. We ate here 4 times this year and we are always delighted we the atmosphere, the staff always remember us and they are so dog friendly, one evening there were 9 dogs in. The food is delicious and huge portions, good selection of beers, ales and ciders too. Do not drive past here and make sure you ring an book a table, you do not want to miss out this absolute gem of a pub !! Can't wait till next year
October 2017
A friendly pub in a beautiful location. The menu suits all tastes and is particularly good for children. The terraced garden is well managed and is beautifully laid out and well planted.
April 2018
The Laughing Monk
(2 miles)
A warm and welcoming restaurant housed in the old village school house, serving beautifully presented dishes using seafood straight from the local fishermen and carefully sourced local meats.
The Laughing Monk Totnes Road, Strete TQ6 0RN (T: 01803 770639)
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Very impressive food in a quirky setting. If there's one restaurant you go to when holidaying- this'd be my tip.
May 2017
The George Inn
(3 miles)
A classic South Hams pub: home-cooked wholesome meals, a selection of Cask Marque accredited ales, wood burner fires for the colder months and a south facing decked terrace, outdoor bar and children’s play area for the summer. Dog and family friendly.
The George Inn Blackawton, Totnes TQ9 7BG (T: 01803 712342)
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Perfect for good food. Take away full menue.
October 2017
The Fortescue Arms
(3 miles)
The Fortescue Arms is a popular meeting place for locals, and visitors are always given a warm welcome. The beamed ceilings, candlelit restaurant and open fires create a cosy atmosphere in the winter and the quiet, comfortable garden makes for the perfect place to dine al fresco in the summer.
The Fortescue Arms East Allington TQ9 7RA (T: 01548 521215)
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Lovely pub with great food, in a wonderful village with some fantastic walks through the countryside
March 2017
We had Sunday lunch here on Easter Sunday, it was delicious! My party of 7 eat out a lot, and are picky - I can thoroughly recommend this pub.
May 2017
Friendly atmosphere and food very good.
May 2017
The menu is a bit limited. There seemed to be a lot of varieties of pie and chips. As it happened the pie I chose was top notch. Just a shame that it didn't go with mash instead. I didn't ask if I could have that to be fair. Having a separate vegetarian menu was great.
September 2017
Really welcoming pub that fitted us in for Sunday lunch even though they were fully booked and it was a great lunch!
September 2017
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
(Less than a mile)
As the self proclaimed ‘home of horse riding in the South Hams’, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons to everyone, whether they’re beginners or seasoned riders. Friendly and professional, they have an indoor school and an outdoor school so you can organise lessons whatever the weather, and you can borrow hats when you’re visiting as well if you don’t have your own. You can opt for private or group lessons, and there are toilets and changing facilities on site as well as plenty of parking. The school is two miles inland from Slapton Sands, so you can also combine your lesson with a trip to the historic D-Day training site and a wander along the beach if you fancy it!
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Fast Rabbit Farm Garden
(3 miles)
In 42 acres of secluded Strawberry Valley, Fast Rabbit Farm Garden has something to offer visitors through every season, and provides a range of habitats for a vast family of wildlife and plant life. A beautiful sight, showcasing the intricacies of the South Devon climate and the magic it creates, visiting here is about a peaceful wander and experiencing the quieter side of Devon. They have a self-serve refreshment facility and picnic tables to take advantage of, and in the summer they offer a few ‘Clothing Optional’ days if that strikes a chord.
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Dartmouth Golf & Country Club
(3 miles)
Dartmouth is a particularly beautiful part of South Devon, and at the The Dartmouth Golf Club there are two courses to visit. It is one of the South West's most comprehensive golf resorts, and has been included in Golf Monthly's list of Great Britain and Ireland's best 80 courses. The Dartmouth Course is a more relaxing par 66, nine-hole experience and offers seven-day membership as an option. Meanwhile, the Championship Course is an 18-hole, 7,200 yard, par 72 course and has hosted the West Region PGA Championships on no less than six occasions. Dress codes apply and there is a bar and restaurant on site as well as a spa .
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Enjoyed the pool and the sauna and the jacuzzi - very relaxing
April 2017
Woodlands Family Theme Park
(4 miles)
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I like Woodlands because it is entertaining whatever the weather
December 2016
Brilliant day out for all ages.
December 2016
No matter what the weather is you'll have a day of fun. Only downside is that if your 7 year old is a bit tall for their age they will be charged an adult ticket price
December 2016
Don't expect Alton Towers- but if you want a great place to spend the day and keep the kids entertained, then this is the best there is in South Devon. I'd say better for 7-13s than anything over....
March 2017
My daughter and granddaughter really enjoyed this park and was amazed how big it was and how many attractions it had.
April 2017
Simply Soulful
(5 miles)
Simply Soulful Yoga run by Donna McCheyne offers holistic treatments, yoga classes, workshops and retreats in Salcombe & Kingsbridge. Seasonal yoga classes include Stand up Paddleboard Yoga and Beach Yoga, and treatments are available in her Kingsbridge based treatment room or your holiday cottage. Donna is a qualified Yoga Teacher (FRYOG), SUP instructor and Holistic Therapist.
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Blackpool Sands
(2 miles)
Between Dartmouth and Slapton, Blackpool Sands is a beautiful shingle bay on the South West Coast Path, surrounded by evergreens and pine trees. It really is a treasure of a beach to visit while you’re in the area. Award-winning, the privately owned, blue flag beach boasts a sense of being in the Mediterranean on a good day in the summer, although a good jumper never goes amiss in this part of the world! You will no doubt not be surprised to hear that it is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, however it also boasts ample facilities and things to do. There are showers, toilets and disabled facilities, as well as paddle board, kayak and wetsuit hire available for those wishing to earn their visit to The Venus Beach Café, where light bites and refreshments are served. The Venus Shop also sells all the bits and pieces you might want for fun and games on the beach if you have forgotten them or are in need of extra buckets and spades. The water at Blackpool Sands is known for being clean and clear and tested by the Environment Agency, and lifeguards are on hand in the summer (July to September) so there’s every reason to pop in for a dip. However, dogs are not allowed on the beach in the high season (12th March to 30th October) so keep the walking for the cooler months. There is parking available at the beach with seasonal charges, and you can find out more information on those from the Blackpool Sands information line on 01803 771800. This beach is easy to get to and quite literally fun and games for the whole family, as well as a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year to take in the view!
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Stunning beach, and you can get takeaway cream tea from the cafe to have on the beach!!
May 2017
Our family 's favourite beach
June 2017
The cost of the parking steep
June 2017
Perfect venue for a sunny day! Secluded beach which is clean and tidy, with a cafe, snack bar and shop, beach equipment hire too
July 2017
Beautiful location but shame it a shingle beach and not sandy. Also very disappointed with the £8 fee to park the car .
August 2017
Beautiful clean beach with excellent facilities.Clean toilets lovely cafe and shop.Lifeguard on the beach.No dogs allowed.Plenty of parking.We enjoyed rock pooling at the far end of the beach.The owner does a great job.You can also visit Blackpool Sands garden but we did not have time.Also a juggler was there on the day we went great fun for everyone.
August 2017
Slapton Sands
(4 miles)
A long stretch of beach with spectacular views of the sea stretching into the distance, Slapton Sands is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and for good reason. Adjacent to Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake that’s home to an abundance of wildlife and one of the many reasons people come to visit the area, the beach has a history of welcoming families in the summer for long days in the sunshine, building sandcastles, surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. It’s amazing to believe that this peaceful corner of South Devon has its place in military history as in 1943 the beach was taken over by allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. However, live ammunition and poor visibility ended in the deaths of more than 700 servicemen, so today there is a stone monument in place for Operation Tiger, as it was called, as well as a Sherman Tank at nearby Torcross. On a more current note, there is a beachside café at Slapton Sands for teas, coffees and other light bites, and there are also toilets nearby. The beach has disabled access, and also allows dogs throughout the year, so it really is fun for everyone and very easy to get to. There is parking nearby and in the summer months from May to September there is lifeguard cover. Last, but not least, a small collection of pubs reside in Torcross for those who are feeling peckish after a long day in the fresh air, or if you have been for a nice walk along the sand!
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Great place for a walk along the beach and had some great events for children at Easter. Great fish and chips in the pub at the end on Torcross
April 2017
Clapton Sands is beautiful. The rocks are the most beautiful colours, wild flowers abound on the beach, the views in either direction are stunning and it is rarely over crowded.One of the most wonderful areas in the U.K.
May 2017
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach - dogs allowed all year. Not many facilities - we went to the Strete end of the beach as there is a great little coffee hut there - great coffee and friendly staff.
September 2017
Wonderful nature reserve with well signposted walks.
September 2017
Beautiful beach right across from our Cottage
September 2017
Really interesting area and good walks along the coast and by the Ley. Generous provision of toilets and parking and a number of places to eat. Would particularly recommend The Start Bay Inn, The Boathouse and Seabreeze Cafe at Torcross. Also very handy that there is a bus should you want to walk one way and get a bus back. Very beautiful and peaceful.
October 2017
This is certainly a lovely beach and so little rubbish.
April 2018
Beesands
(5 miles)
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Britannia Fish - Great fish - always fresh and lovely family run business. A must for anyone who likes eating good fish!
May 2017
Ideal for quiet and peaceful holiday with two good restaurants both of which are dog friendly.
April 2017
Lovely place, good food and very dog friendly :-)
March 2018
North Hallsands
(6 miles)
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Gorgeous beach, but be careful if you have a dog that likes to run as our Border Collie got very sore paws on the pebbles.
May 2017
Mattiscombe
(7 miles)
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A bit of a walk down from the car park but so worth it, arguably the best beach in the South Hams
December 2016