Luxury Living

For those looking for really special accommodation for their visit to the South Hams, the selection has never been so good. Whether taking a few days to explore the area whilst looking at property to buy, or seeking the perfect location for a well-earned short break or longer holiday, the choice of first class properties to stay in locally is constantly increasing as the expectations of the market rise. With our hectic lifestyles and the stressful pace of modern society, holidays and short breaks are becoming even more valued, with additional relaxing short breaks slotted in between more significant holidays to counter the effects of all that rushing around!

Increasingly, the busy, discerning holidaymaker is looking for so much more from their holiday accommodation than previously, both in terms of the standards offered and also the facilities provided. The availability of Wireless Broadband Internet (wi-fi) in the holiday property is now a pre-requisite for a growing number of visitors, who feel the need to keep in touch with work during their break away. At the same time, more visitors are increasingly keen to have access to a Health Spa or leisure facilities at their holiday property, with private hot tubs and pools or membership to a local luxury spa attracting more and more customers to book.

Crisp, white bed linen, top of the range kitchen gadgets, under floor heating, flat screen ‘plasma’ TV’s with Sky and IPOD compatible music systems plus the availability of additional services including leisure facilities and catering, are just a few of the items increasingly found in holiday properties and expected by more and more customers; in summary, the ‘boutique hotel’ experience with the flexibility and freedom of a larger, stylish holiday home.

Winner of the 2007 Daily Mail UK Property Awards ‘Best Development’ and ‘Best Marina Development’ and boasting some of the highest value real estate in the country, the Dart Marina properties on the edge of the River Dart in Dartmouth offer the ultimate in luxury self-catering but with hotel facilities also available. With privileged access to the luxury Dart Marina Health Spa, exciting Wildfire Bistro, elegant River Restaurant and first class yacht harbour, a stay at one of our Dart Marina apartments or town-houses ‘ticks all the boxes’.

State-of the art contemporary kitchens make self-catering at Dart Marina a pleasure, whilst the luxury double bedrooms are beautifully appointed and boast sumptuous soft furnishings and crisp white linen. The beautiful natural stone bathrooms are warm and welcoming, with under floor heating, fluffy towels and complimentary toiletries. With fantastic views over the water, the stunning living spaces are elegant and stylish, with many ‘high tech’ extras including remote controlled ‘living flame’ fires, flat screen TV and IPOD compatible music system. One of our properties at Dart Marina (No.26) is a former show home and so includes even more gadgets, including a remote controlled ‘Smart Home Enabling System’ allowing music, television, curtains, blinds and lights to be operated by the touch of a button.

Whether via an outside terrace, balcony or large window seat, all our Dart Marina properties boast fantastic views of the river whilst enjoying a morning coffee or early evening drink. The picturesque town of Dartmouth offers individual boutiques, art galleries and restaurants just a short, flat walk along the waterfront from Dart Marina –the perfect antidote to a hectic city lifestyle.

If you are looking for a greener, more rurally located retreat for your South Devon holiday, but are still expecting a contemporary, luxury experience and the latest gadgets, Broad Downs Barn near Salcombe might be the holiday property for you. Newly completed, this stunning barn conversion has already attracted huge interest and an impressive number of bookings for its first season. Sleeping 12, and set in 22 acres of privately owned pasture land, Broad Downs Barn provides spacious, luxury holiday accommodation and is serviced by the latest ‘Green’ technology featuring geothermal ground-source heat pumps, low energy lighting throughout and environmentally sustainable waste management. 2009 will see wind–generated electricity and a self-sufficient water supply.

From Easter a newly constructed outdoor pool will be available adding to the popularity of this property. With high attention to detail, stylish furnishings and sought after items such as a log burner for cosy nights in, Wireless Broadband, Sky TV and even a Wii, the owners of this property have worked hard to create a fantastic holiday home which is being quickly snapped up by visitors.

To complete the holiday experience of visitors to Broad Downs Barn, those staying at this property can enjoy a range of additional services, designed to take away as much of the pre-holiday hassle as possible, to allow busy people to ‘hit the ground running’ when they start their holiday and so enjoy every available minute. Services such as Advance Restaurant Booking, Drop off/Collection Service to Salcombe and local restaurants, Private Catering for Evening Meals, Babysitting and even a Personal Trainer can be pre-arranged for you, thus minimising the organisational stress often involved when planning a holiday for a larger group or family party.

Looking for a special property for a very large party - perhaps for a family anniversary, celebration or a sophisticated hen break - can be a challenge. The Old Vicarage, in the heart of the village of Malborough, near Salcombe certainly rises to that challenge offering luxury accommodation and a multitude of gadgets and features which will satisfy all ages. The stunning kitchen, with AGA and an illuminated feature well, is at the heart of this beautifully renovated Victorian vicarage, whilst the living areas boast no less than three 50’’ plasma televisions, so there should be no rows about what to watch! An IPOD surround sound system downstairs allows music to be played wherever it is desired, a fully-equipped games room contains table football, air hockey, pool table and Sony Playstation 2, whilst laptop, printer and Wireless Broadband in a study area ensures you can keep in touch whilst away from the office. With eight luxury bedrooms and nine bathrooms plus large grounds, private parking and the availability of a full–catering service if required, The Old Vicarage is the perfect destination for the larger party or for those just looking for more space and luxury from their holiday home.

To find out more about the above featured properties and other luxury holiday homes, including renovated thatched cottages, stylish penthouse apartments and beautifully converted period properties, included within Coast & Country Cottages Luxury Properties Collection, visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk. Or call the locally based teams in Salcombe (01548) 843773 or Dartmouth (01803) 839600. Free Brochure & Owners Guide available.