ID: S277156
Guests adore the stunning views and prime beachfront location of 17 Burgh Island Causeway. The property's access to leisure facilities is a highlight, and the spacious, well-equipped apartment has left many with fond memories. While some guests have rebooked, others mention areas for improvement, including cleanliness and maintenance.
The apartment's cleanliness received mixed reviews. Some guests found it to be less than spotless, with specific mentions of dust and sand, while others did not raise any concerns. The overall impression suggests room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its fantastic views and proximity to the beach, with many guests expressing their appreciation for the setting. The convenience of being close to the sea and the coastal path adds to the positive feedback.
Comfort levels are varied among guests. Some found the beds and furniture to be satisfactory, while others reported saggy mattresses and a desire for better quality furnishings. The general consensus indicates that comfort could be enhanced.
Facilities are generally well-regarded, especially the inclusion of a leisure club with a pool and gym. However, there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as problems with the TV, fridge, and cleanliness of the balcony furniture, suggesting that attention to maintenance would be beneficial.
There is insufficient information to assess thoughtfulness as there are no specific mentions of gifts or special touches that would indicate the level of consideration for guests. Therefore, a score cannot be provided.
Apartment No17 Burgh Island Causeway occupies the prime location as the corner apartment on the first-floor. Its position with fabulous views to the glorious sandy beach of Bigbury and far-reaching sea views make this a magnificent destination year round. One of the highly desirable corner apartments, with wrap-around balcony provides an incredible space for dining, lounging and sunbathing as well as being dual aspect to enable not only a wonderful view across the Causeway to Burgh Island offering sun from early morning, but also a West-facing aspect offering sunshine all the way to the magnificent ocean sunset views to the West. Furnished with loungers and seating, it also benefits from a covered lit area, which allows use of the balcony in inclement weather as well as in the evening. The stylish and spacious, open plan living space with a bright, dual aspect is stylishly furnished with an oak floor, cool palette, plush sofas including a sofa bed. Equipped with Sky TV including Sky Sports, DVD & Blue-Ray and X-Box for an entertaining evening in. There is a smart well equipped kitchen with and dining space for meal times. To the rear two generous en-suite bedrooms, a king-size with a single divan and a twin, both benefitting from magnificent sea views an additional luxury of the corner apartments. Both rooms offer matching décor and ample storage; the king-size room provides a superb bathtub whereas the twin room offers a refreshing shower for a perfect morning rinse. For those who don't fancy cooking, room service can be ordered up to your apartment or make use of the restaurant and bar are on site. A stay offers use of the shared facilities including the indoor swimming pool, gym & sauna. Your daily essentials, can be found at the nearby local beach shop. Bigbury is an iconic destination with huge possibilities for outdoor activity and with the renowned Burgh Island just a short stroll across the Causeway beach from the apartment. Some of the most popular attractions include Bigbury beach, with its large open expanse of sand and the ability to walk across to Burgh Island, other than at high tide, when the historic Burgh Island Sea Tractor will transport you to and from the Island – a must for the kids! The apartment development has its own private access gate (from the restaurant terrace) onto the slipway down to the beach. Burgh Island is home to the Burgh Island Hotel, which has its own pub on the island - The Pilchard Inn dates from 1336, and offers inside and outside dining - the hotel also offers upmarket casual dining to visitors in its Nettlefold restaurant along with a delightful afternoon tea service. Burgh Island is fascinating to explore, with numerous hidden coves and beaches, some of which can only be accessed by water, providing excellent kayak and paddleboard touring opportunities as well as good snorkelling. The Island also offers walking and climbing itineraries, an ancient lookout at its peak with stunning views of the surrounding coast and Dartmoor, as well as being the famed setting for Agatha Christie to write many of her novels. Bigbury and neighbouring Bantham are two of the Southwest’s finest beaches for water-sport lovers with RNLI/Coastguard patrol and opportunities for all kinds of surfing, kayaking, and stand-up paddle boarding, which has grown rapidly in popularity.The highly recommended Discovery Surf School (which is based on the Bigbury Beach car park) offers top quality tuition for most watersports as well as hire availability for most of the necessary equipment. The Venus Café is adjacent to Discovery for refreshment from Bigbury Beach, and there is a small beach shop off the public car park open in season.The apartment development sits just below the Southwest coastal path, which offers ample walking and hiking opportunities, to the West to Challaborough and Aymers Cove and on to Wonwell (a stunning beach on River Erme estuary). Both the Rivers Avon and Erme, as well as Burgh Island, offer interesting marine birds and wildlife. Bigbury Golf Club is 1 mile up the hill from the apartment, and is a private members club that welcomes visitors and suits all abilities. Other local golf courses include Thurlestone to the east, and Staddon Heights to the west, which has fantastic views of Plymouth Sound and the Plymouth Ho.There are good fishing opportunities on many of the rivers in South Devon, and the stunning Dartmoor National Park is a short drive away to the North West of Bigbury. Kingsbridge is the main town in the South Hams local area; around 20 minutes drive away, and offers a good selection of restaurants, bars and shops with the more famed resort town of Salcombe a further 10 minutes away. Whatever time of year you choose to stay at 17 Burgh Island Causeway you will guaranteed a holiday to remember.
Beautiful Bigbury-on-Sea is ideal for family holidays. Dusted with sand and lapped by shallow waters, the beach offers safe fun for children and adults alike, as well as watersports activities, shops, cafés and restaurants. The South Devon coast path is in reach, leading to a range of villages including Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth, whilst the city of Plymouth is an easy journey away.
All-one-level.
Two bedrooms: 1 x Family room with double size bed and single divan with en suite bath, shower over, WC and basin, 1 x twin with en suite shower, WC and basin.
Open plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, Nespresso machine, fridge/freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with Sky sports, Blu-ray DVD player, X-Box, and WiFi.
Phone, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair available on request.
Off road parking for two cars in a reserved parking space.
Enclosed balcony with seating.
Shared use of leisure facilities including swimming pool, jacuzzi, sauna and gym.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 miles.
Note: Check-in time 5pm.
Note: Leisure facilities open from 10am every day (except Christmas day).
Note: This property does not accept children under 14 in gym or sauna.
Note: The club restaurant/bar is open 10am to 8pm during the High Season, reservations recommended (for all other times of the year, please contact the Leisure Centre for opening times)
Anne
The apartment is comfortable, well equipped, with excellent heating if needed. The views from the apartment are magnificent. We will certainly book again for next year.
Chloe
The view is spectacular. The flat is mostly OK-it is in need of some tlc-especially for the price.Here is the list of what needs attention; â¢The dishwasher isnât working properly â¢The toilet roll holders are hanging off. â¢The side of the bath in the bigger bathroom needs fixing,as does the plug in the sink and the toilet flush. â¢The pilllows on the beds are very very flat and uncomfortable and there was no spare bedding or pillows available.The mattresses werenât great either. â¢The washer/dryer is very hard to use as itâs crammed into a cupboard with cleaning beach stuff in front. â¢The flat was mostly clean on arrival but as the dishwasher isnât working properly lots of dishes had been but away with stuck on dirt on. â¢We lost something under the sofa and had to move it-it was clear it hadnât been cleaned under for a while.Also lots of cobwebs in the corners. â¢Communal bins in the car park were always over flowing. â¢Last point which isnât to do with the actual accommodation but the âclubâ with the swimming pool and cafe that is attached to the flats is very unwelcoming,mostly due to the very rude older gentleman that seems to be in charge-he was very aggressive.
Barbara
Its situation is perfect with glorious views .
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