Guests say
Ocean Pearl in Kingsbridge offers stunning views and proximity to the beach, with guests appreciating its comfortable and clean accommodation. While some maintenance issues were noted, the property's location and the overall experience were positively received.
Reviews indicate a mix of experiences with cleanliness. Some guests found the property clean, while others noted issues such as stained carpets and dirty decking, leading to a slightly above average score.
The property's location is highly praised for its incredible views and easy access to the beach, making it a standout feature for guests.
Comfort levels are generally good, with the property described as comfortable and having a power shower. However, some guests found the main bedroom dark and the caravan size small for their needs.
Facilities have room for improvement, with reports of rusty furniture, issues with the TV and remote controls, and a lack of clarity on Wi-Fi charges. Maintenance appears to be a concern.
There is no mention of gifts or extra thoughtful touches in the reviews provided, so it is not possible to assess this category.
About this property
Ocean Pearl is a lovely two-bedroom lodge perched within the Challaborough Bay Park in Kingsbridge, Devon. Enjoying a prime position at the top of the park, with views looking out onto the park itself, the sea, and the beautiful Burgh Island. The property enjoys its own private parking space, wrap-around outdoor decking where you can dine alfresco, and there is access to a range of on-site facilities, including a laundrette, convenience store, restaurant, indoor swimming pool, sweet shop, and amusement arcade. Be welcomed into the light and airy open-plan living space, where you can whip up your favourite meals in the well-equipped kitchen, ready to enjoy at the dining table for four as you recap the day's adventures. After dinner, retire to the sumptuous sofa where you can relax in front of the electric fire as your favourite film plays out on the TV. Continue through to find a well-appointed shower room, where you can freshen up after the day's adventures, before retiring to one of two inviting bedrooms, a double with a TV and a twin, both of which are perfect for catching up on some well-deserved rest. Explore your local surroundings, where you can catch the sea tractor out to the beautiful Burgh Island, renowned for being the second home of the great writer, Agatha Christie. While away an afternoon on the golden sands of Bigbury Beach, followed by a delicious meal at the popular Pilchard Inn. Continue on to the bustling town of Salcombe, where you can tuck-in to fresh seafood at the Crab Shed, explore the stunning National Trust – Overbeck’s Garden, or delve into history at the Salcombe Maritime Museum. Further afield, you’ll find the historic town of Dartmouth, where you can explore the fascinating sites of Bayard's’ Cove, Dartmouth Museum, and Dartmouth Castle. All this and more awaits at Ocean Pearl.
The busy little town of Kingsbridge lies at the head of a marine estuary in the attractive South Hams area of South Devon. Kingsbridge is home to a range of lovely independent shops and coffee shops, as well as a 3-screen cinema and an award-winning pub. During the summer season there are estuary excursions by ferry to Salcombe which lies on the banks of the Kingsbridge Estuary, making it one of the prettiest towns in South Devon. Salcombe is famous for its outstanding coastal views, rolling countryside, and is a watersports paradise for kayaking, surfing, paddle boarding and powerboating. It is packed with boutique shops, high street brands and independent producers, restaurants serving freshly caught seafood, and Salcombe Gin and Ice cream! Kingsbridge is perfectly located as a base to enjoy the abundant wildlife in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (aonb), which also forms part of the South Devon Heritage Coast. Visitors can take a walk along the Kingsbridge Quay, wander through the narrow alleys off Fore Street or visit the Shambles in Totnes, an Elizabethan market arcade. Around the South Hams area there are picturesque ports, such as Dartmouth and Salcombe, together with sandy beaches at Blackpool Sands near Stoke Fleming and the two sandy beaches at Thurlestone. There are a host of small attractive villages in South Hams offering interesting pubs, local farm produce shops and pretty rows of cottages, plus further afield the waterfront city of Plymouth is a vibrant centre, housing the National Marine Aquarium, historic Barbican Quay and plenty of night life, including theatres, restaurants and bars. Kingsbridge can be easily reached by train to Totnes and then a local bus service which will take you to Kingsbridge town centre.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining, and sitting area with electric fire
Central heating.
Gas oven and hob, grill, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee maker.
2 x TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Wrap around decking with furniture.
One well-behaved pet welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop and pub on-site within 0.2 miles, beach 0.8 miles
Nearby points of interest
- Burgh Island
- Bantham Beach
- South Sands Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Dartmoor Zoological Park
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
Reviews (8)
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Lindsay
Clean, very comfortable, with everything we could possibly need and a fabulous view across the caravan park to the sea, we would unhesitatingly recommend Ocean Pearl.
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Malcolm
Very comfortable and clean with great views. I would book this again without hesitation.
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Charles
This caravan is a the top of the park and is on the steepest roadway I have seen. Totally unsuitable for the elderly or families with small children. The gas was empty so having spoken to the owner I was directed to get the site maintenance to check it out. They did so and replaced the gas bottles. I also asked them to look at the TV in the living room that wasnât picking up the sat channels and they couldnât fathom out the problem. The owner said that I must have been pressing the wrong buttons. I think there were other issues that she is not owning up to. The caravan is a bit small. Ok for a you family I suppose but no good for us. The Wi-Fi was chargeable from the site, not mentioned in the Ad. About £6 a day for anything usable. There was a good power shower and the decking was fully enclosed so safe for our small dog. All in All, for us a total waist of money. We left after one night and the owner blamed us for our concerns.