Guests say
The Pink House in Devon is praised for its cleanliness, prime location with sea views, and proximity to local amenities. Guests appreciate the well-equipped property, ample parking, and the convenience of a nearby bus stop. Some concerns were raised about the comfort of the lounge seating and the size of the second bedroom, but the overall experience is positive, with many guests planning to return.
The property consistently receives high marks for cleanliness, with guests describing it as 'very clean', 'sparkling', and 'well maintained'. There was a single mention of a mouse, but this seems to be an isolated incident.
The location is highly praised for its sea views, easy access to local attractions, and the convenience of a nearby bus stop. The village setting with a pub, shop, and restaurant within walking distance is also appreciated.
While many guests find the property comfortable, there are several mentions of the lounge seating being uncomfortable and the second bedroom being too small for a double bed, suggesting room for improvement in this area.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, with mentions of a well-equipped kitchen and good bathroom facilities. However, some guests noted issues with the heating system, lack of kitchen storage, and a need for better living room furnishings.
Some guests were delighted with welcome packs and personal touches, while others noted their absence. It's clear that such gestures are appreciated when provided, but they are not consistently mentioned across reviews.
About this property
Situated in the centre of Stoke Fleming, within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is The Pink House an attached south facing cottage within walking distance of amenities and the Blue Flag awarded Blackpool Sands, ideal for a couple or small group wanting to explore the South Devon coastline. The property has been recently renovated with improvements to the kitchen, utility room and new windows.
Parking is available at the front of the property, as well as a small terrace garden with a picnic bench, where you can sit out and dine al fresco. Step up into the entrance hallway, removing coats and boots, before heading into the bright and welcoming living/dining room, with a large bay window allowing in lots of natural light, as you relax on the sofa at the end of a busy day, enjoying your favourite shows on the TV as the heat from the woodburning stove provides a cosy ambience. Sit down together for a home-cooked meal at the dining table, which can be lovingly prepared in the well-equipped kitchen, which provides access to the private rear courtyard. Venture upstairs to find two double bedrooms; a large and bright master bedroom with a large bay window boasting some sea views and a more compact double with ample storage, both served by the newly refurbished family bathroom, offering a large walk-in shower cubicle. Explore the local village and pick up essentials, as well as the nearby restaurant and pub serving food, should you wish to take a night off from cooking duties and enjoy a glass of wine or cool pint of beer at the end of a busy day of exploring. Stoke Fleming rests within the South Hams district of Devon, where unspoilt coastline, rolling hills and spectacular scenery is guaranteed, with the award-winning shingle beach of Blackpool Sands, a sheltered bay boasting watersports activities and a café, less than one mile away, ideal for a day of sunbathing, swimming and adventure. From here, access the magnificent South West Coast Path in either direction, exploring the coastline on foot or bicycle, while the Dart Valley Trail is also easily accessible, along with a host of quieter country lanes, allowing you to encounter the best of the coast and countryside of the South Hams region of Devon. Nearby Dartmouth is situated within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and close to the coast, popular with history lovers, boasting a 14th century castle with views over the River Dart Estuary and Bayard's Cove Fort, as well as a museum and art galleries to peruse. Enjoy strolls along the waterfront, the ancient narrow streets lined with boutique shops and charming restaurants, and a host of thriving local events such as the annual Dart Music Festival and the Port of Dartmouth Royal Regatta. Venture east along the coast towards Paignton and Torquay to find a host of attractions and day out opportunities, with zoos, beaches and magnificent eateries to choose from, while venturing west along the coast will bring you to the pretty and traditional town of Salcombe on the Kingsbridge Estuary, boasting a maritime museum, selection of fantastic beaches and the Edwardian-style property and museum of Overbeck's. The Pink House is well positioned for exploring some of the most beautiful and popular attractions of South Devon.
A village and civil parish sitting within the South Hams district of Devon, Stoke Fleming is a wonderful base for those seeking to explore both the coast and countryside of the South of England. Lying on the shores of Start Bay, this picturesque village offers a wonderful array of amenities, as well as being within easy reach of the many wonders of Devon. The village itself benefits from a Post Office with a village shop where you can gather all of your self-catered necessities, as well as two pubs to choose from whether you're seeking a rewarding beverage after a day of rambling or a tasty treat in the form of a traditional pub lunch. Positioned within the South Hams district, you can expect to find unspoilt coastline, rolling hills and plenty of adventure no matter where you're positioned. Spend a day on the award-winning sands of Blackpool Sands, or simply soak in your surroundings of the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its abundance of river valleys, moorland and coast to explore by foot, bike or even boat. Close by is Dartmouth with its enticing history in the form of a 14th century castle and fortress offering views over the estuary and Bayard's Cove Fort, as well as an art gallery and museum providing culture and excitement for all ages. Further along the coast you can find both Paignton and Torquay, providing plenty of attractions all-year-round including zoos, even more history and culture and plenty of delicious eateries to choose from, or spend a day in Salcombe for a truly traditional day out in Devon with its maritime museum and quaint aura. Stoke Fleming is perfectly positioned for exploring all of the delights that Devon has to offer.
Accommodation
One double bedroom and one king bedroom.
Shower room with large walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Living/dining room with woodburning stove
Electric heating with woodburning stove.
Built in Lamona Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, smeg kettle and toaster, TV with Soundbar, Freesat and streaming, WiFi.
Iron & Ironing Board, Tumble dryer Indesit, Google Nest Hub - with touch screen heating control of radiators.
Cot and highchair available.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 2 cars.
Front terrace with picnic bench.
Rear enclosed courtyard.
Strictly No Smoking.
Shop and pub within 0.1 mile.
Beach 0.8 miles.
Note: the second double bedroom is compact and has limited walking space around the bed
Nearby points of interest
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hind
- Burgh Island
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
Reviews (32)
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Andrew
The house was extremely clean and was well equipped. W e had a lovely time at The Pink House, it was everything we wanted in a holiday home. Thankyou
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Clair
The house itself had a nice homely feel to it. The beds were comfortable and the view out of the master bedroom is stunning. The bathroom has a really good shower that was easy to use. I liked that in the evening there were lamps in the living room that made it feel nice and cosy. During our stay we had mostly good weather with just a day and morning of rain where the house felt cold and there is no way to change the temperature settings set for the house and not nice sitting in a cold house so we had to use the log fire which was lovely but not always ideal when you just want a quick boost of heat. The house had everything we needed, If I had to make a suggestion then I would say for another chopping board so you can prepare meat on one with the other for bread/veggies etc and maybe a measuring jug. We managed to use the washing machine and tumble dryer with ease which is good. My son has a lot of dietary requirements which is why we go self catering on our holidays and one thing I did find is there was not one kitchen cupboard spare to put any food items that youâve brought with you into so we had to resort to using the space on top of the washing machine and tumble dryer to store all our food. The location was great for Dartmoor and Blackpool sands beach which you could even walk to if you like walking as not too far. The village shop did seem to sell out of most things even bread unless you got there early morning which we couldnât always do and so had to travel further to the large supermarkets when we only needed a couple of bits but once you knew that you could plan for it. The Pink House has really good parking adjacent to the house which is always great when arriving back from a long day out and when arriving/packing the car up to go home. Also a nice little seating area out the front with a sea view which would be lovely to eat at, unfortunately we didnât get a chance to use this but looked lovely. We did enjoy our stay at the Pink House, than you.
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Elena
The property is very well maintained, beautifully decorated, and extremely clean. We loved it! Excellent location, wonderful restaurant across the road and lovely village store around the corner.