Guests say
Skerries is a well-regarded property with stunning views and high-quality furnishings. Guests appreciate the spaciousness, cleanliness, and the well-equipped kitchen. The location is praised for its proximity to local amenities and scenic walks. Some maintenance issues were noted, but the management's responsiveness is positively mentioned. The property's thoughtful touches, such as a decorated Christmas tree, are well-received.
Most guests found Skerries clean and well-presented, with high standards of cleanliness. However, a few guests encountered issues with dead flies and unclean kitchenware, slightly affecting the overall impression.
The location is highly praised for its spectacular views, easy access to local shops, pubs, and beaches, and proximity to coastal paths. It is considered an ideal base for exploring the surrounding area.
The property is generally found to be comfortable, with ample space and quality furnishings. However, some guests reported issues with temperature control and uncomfortable heat, which impacts the comfort score.
Facilities are regarded as high-quality with a well-equipped kitchen and good appliances. Maintenance responsiveness is good, but several guests reported issues with hot water, loose taps, and the need for better cleaning equipment, indicating room for improvement.
Guests mentioned thoughtful touches like a decorated Christmas tree and a welcome with scones, cream, and jam. While these gestures are appreciated, it is politely noted that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Skerries is a stunning detached house close to the heart of Strete. Carefully refurbished, it is stylish accommodation with great views to the sea from big windows. At the heart of the house you will find the big sociable country style kitchen with its dining table, leather sofa, TV and doors which slide open on a fine day to the terrace. In the evenings snuggle up beside the glowing open fire in the comfy sitting room, also with glass terrace doors. The bonus here is the additional spacious sitting room when you head down the flight of stairs from the kitchen, giving plenty of space for the family to spread out and relax. The bedrooms ramble comfortably and generously over the ground and first floors. The garden around the house is safely enclosed, with a sunny terrace for enjoying the coastal views over evening drinks, and private Mediterranean-style space to explore. If you don't feel like cooking, wander out to the village restaurant or head to the historic old town of Dartmouth with a choice of excellent eateries. Here you can also catch a movie at the cinema or take a trip on the steam railway or a river boat. The shingle beach in Strete is charming, or you can walk along the Coast Path to a secluded cove or the big popular beaches at Blackpool Sands or Slapton. Skerries is a lovely family base in a beautiful area.
Dartmouth lies on the banks of the beautiful River Dart estuary in the popular and picturesque South Hams area of South Devon.
Accommodation
Three levels.
Five bedrooms.
Three first floor bedrooms: 1 x king size double with dressing room and bathroom with bath, two basins, separate shower WC), 1 x king size double with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x room with three singles with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin.
Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x double with balcony.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin.
Kitchenette.
Kitchen with dining area and doors to terrace.
Sitting room with open fire and doors to terrace.
Lower ground floor sitting room with doors to lower terrace.
Lower ground floor shower room with shower, WC, basin.
Central heating, open fire with underfloor heating.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for three cars.
Enclosed garden.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Nearby points of interest
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hind
- Burgh Island
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (23)
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Faraz
Had a very comfortable stay. The cottage was very clean, and well equipped with all the amenities in place. What was required to be brought/done were also well explained upfront in the welcome emails. All in all a very pleasant experience.
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Chris
Very well equipped with everything you need for a great stay. Brilliant views. Will certainly go back. Lovely local pub. Nice coastal walk to Blackpool Sands. Overall - fantastic. Only issue was the 9am checkout, a little later would have been appreciated.
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Tim
A truly superb week with our dear friends ! I mean my feedback here to be only and entirely constructive. The property is presented to a high spec, comfortably furnished and is beautifully finished with a host of seaside pictures in every room. The beds are very comfortable but, and given the expense, I do think a Super King size bed would be more appropriate in the master bedroom, after all itâs a big enough room to easily lose an Alaskan King size. What fabulous views though ! The kitchen is comprehensively fitted out and very well stocked with loads of cups, glasses, plates and cutlery â makes such a difference when you can empty the dishwasher when you want to rather than need too. The hob has silly controls â obviously the choice of some techy bloke ! â but cupboard, fridge and freezer storage absolutely perfect for 10 guests â most probably specified and designed by a very thoughtful âher indoorsâ ! I expected a coffee machine and only a cafetiere present, so was glad I brought along my own DeâLonghi coffee machine as I just canât live without a proper coffee. The bathrooms are well kitted-out and very pleased to find that showers were all off the main hot water system. We only watched tv for the footie but Netflix only available by subscription. The Sonos sound system works fine but the choice of music is very limited â access to Spotify would be good. Skerries is beautifully presented and a credit to its owners who have spared little expense in its finishings. There are Denby coffee cups in the kitchen and even Miele appliances in the utility. I dearly hope everyone will respect this property to the same degree as they would their own. Location superb ! The beautiful South Coast footpath is approx. 50mtrs from the front gate. The village shop and Kingâs Arms community pub is within a couple of minutes walk. Dartmouth about 5 miles. Thereâs just nothing not to like about this place. And ... we got 6 cars comfortably on the drive with the gate shut !! Sending a separate note to agent listing one or two things requiring a little maintenance.