Guests say
The Milking Shed in Devon receives high praise for its well-appointed, cosy, and spacious interiors, complete with quality fittings. Guests appreciate the secure garden, ideal for dogs, and the property's proximity to Bantham beach and local amenities. The hosts, Liza and Guy, are commended for their friendliness and attentiveness. While a hot tub is suggested as a welcome addition, the property's charm and the thoughtful touches, such as welcome gifts, contribute to memorable stays.
There is no specific mention of cleanliness in the reviews, so it is not possible to provide an accurate score.
The location is highly praised for its privacy, quietness, and convenience, being within walking distance to the beach, local pub, and coastal paths, making it an ideal spot for guests.
Guests find the property comfortable, mentioning the quality bed linen and cosy, well-furnished spaces. The secure garden adds to the comfort, especially for pet owners.
The property is well-equipped with high-spec amenities, though one guest mentioned an issue with an ensuite door. Overall, the facilities are appreciated, but the mention of a minor maintenance issue slightly affects the score.
The hosts' thoughtfulness is evident through their warm hospitality and welcome gifts, such as wine and local delicacies. However, it should be noted that such gifts are gestures of kindness and may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
The Old Milking Shed is an immaculately presented, beautifully converted barn. Just a 15 minute walk from the popular sandy beach of Bantham, and a five minute 'stagger' from the 14th Century pub, The Sloop, the property has been sensitively developed as an annex to the adjacent owner's accommodation, sleeping up to six adults. Original features including stonework and oak beams have been retained, whilst contemporary fittings, the latest appliances and beautiful bathrooms have been added to create a stylish coastal retreat. The property offers a sociably-located kitchen with Siemens appliances, and open-plan living/dining areas perfect for entertaining, including a comfortable sitting room with wood-burning stove for cosy nights in, and a delightful sunroom for enjoying your morning coffee! The accommodation is presented over two floors, with three good sized bedrooms (including the master bedroom on the ground floor), all offering stylish en suite facilities. With a private, South-West facing garden, plenty of parking for 2-3 cars and a small dinghy or boat trailer, and an outside shower for rinsing off sandy dogs or children after a day at the beach, the property makes the ideal base for a seaside break all year round.
The picturesque coastal village of Bantham lies at the mouth of the River Avon close to Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Bigbury Bay with the famous Burgh Island, deep in the heart of the South Hams. A tiny unspoiled village comprising of whitewashed thatched cottages, a village store and a popular village pub The Sloop Inn, the village is within a short walk from Bantham Beach, voted one of the top beaches in all of Europe, its soft shallow sands ideal for swimming and paddling making it a popular for families. Lying in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the estuary and surrounding areas are a natural haven for wildlife and popular with walkers who can enjoy the magnificent scenery along the coastal footpath, the village of Thurlestone a half hour walk.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms:
1x King-size bed with immaculately presented en suite featuring a freestanding bath (with hand-held shower), large walk-in shower with rain head and hand-held showers, w.c, vanity unit with basin, heated towel rail and shaver point.
1x King-size bed with an en suite featuring a large walk in shower and heated towel rail.
1x Twin with an en-suite featuring a w.c, vanity unit with basin, and shaver point.
Cloakroom with w.c and basin.
Kitchen / dining room.
Sitting room.
Sunroom
Fridge, freezer, warming drawer, oven, hob, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and Nespresso coffee pod machine.
TV, Blue Ray, Sonos music system.
Wifi.
Off road parking for 2-3 cars.
Private garden, with barbecue.
Bed linen and towels supplied.
Strictly No Smoking
Nearby points of interest
- Bantham Beach
- South Sands Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Burgh Island
- Dartmouth Castle
- Dartmoor Zoological Park
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
Reviews (9)
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Lisa Josephine
Near to a wonderful beach
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Barbara
Otherwise the property was excellent.
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Alan
Very comfortable with quality touches including lovely bed linen. Could not fault the property. Sloop Inn closer on foot than we estimated. Bantham and coast path walks nearby which why we booked.