Guests say
Aune Cottage in Salcombe, Devon, is praised for its stunning sea views, perfect location, and cosy atmosphere. Guests enjoy the garden and proximity to the town centre, though some mention challenges with parking and accessibility. The property's charm and views are consistently appreciated, making it a recommended stay for visitors to Salcombe.
The property generally appears to be well-kept, though there are isolated mentions of dust and a previous guest's hair found, suggesting room for improvement in cleaning standards.
The location is highly praised for its central position, quietness, and beautiful views, despite some concerns about accessibility and the steep incline for those with mobility issues.
Guests find the beds comfortable and the cottage cosy, although there are comments about the need for better mattresses and the inconvenience of the bathroom's location.
The cottage is well-equipped, but there are several mentions of maintenance issues such as the need for safety bannisters, updating the bathroom, and improving kitchen appliances. The lack of Wi-Fi is noted.
There is no mention of gifts or special touches that would indicate thoughtfulness from the hosts, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
About this property
Aune Cottage is within a row of picturesque terraced cottages just off Fore Street in central Salcombe, and is perfect for a couple or family with small children. The towns' shops, restaurants and delightful waterfront are just a few yards walk away at the bottom of Robinsons Row. The property offers pleasant estuary views from the garden.
The cottage is accessed directly into a small cosy sitting room with feature open fireplace. The dining area has a table and seating for four guests, and there is a well equipped galley kitchen. Downstairs bathroom, with bath, electric shower (over), w.c., wash-hand basin with heated towel rail.
Stairs with a handrail lead up from the dining room to the first floor bedrooms, including a master bedroom with a double bed and second bedroom (preferably for children) with 3ft bunk beds.
Patio doors lead onto a terrace and garden beyond. At the rear of the property is a good size garden with terrace area (accessed via the bunk bedroom) with patio table and chairs and pleasant views of the estuary.
Salcombe is a popular destination for watersports enthusiasts, walkers and families looking for a holiday by the sea. There are several pretty beaches within a short distance, including North Sands and South Sands, plus the coves East Portlemouth on the opposite side of the estuary, just a short passenger ferry ride away. Also on your doorstep is the National Trust property Overbeck’s where you can wander through the subtropical gardens. Why not have a more adventurous day and try out the watersports available on the estuary including surfing, coasteering, kayaking or a more leisurely boat trip? Whilst staying in Salcombe, take advantage of the locally sourced seafood which is served in many of the restaurants, pubs, cafés and delicatessens. The southern tip of Devon provides some spectacular scenery and picturesque vistas with a number of sandy beaches, lovely villages with thatched cottages and some fantastic opportunities for walking on the South West Coast path.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x bunk room (3ft) preferably for children.
Sitting room.
Dining room.
Kitchen.
Utility area.
Bathroom with bath, electric shower (over), w.c, wash-hand basin with heated towel rail.
Good size garden with terrace area.
Night storage heating.
Fridge/freezer, washing maching, oven, hob, tumble dryer, microwave, toaster, kettle, TV, DVD.
Parking pass for one car is provided - for the long stay car park in Salcombe (subject to restrictions).
This property is not accessible by road, there is a steep incline to access Aune Cottage.
To the rear of property a good size garden with terrace area, patio table and chairs.
Bed linen and towels supplied.
Strictly No Smoking.
Nearby points of interest
- South Sands Beach
- Bantham Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Burgh Island
- Dartmouth Castle
Reviews (16)
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Helen
The view from the garden is lovely. The house is up quite a steep incline so not suitable for people with limited mobility. The cottage would benefit from a bit of updating such as a new bathroom, also the radiator in the bathroom needs replacing as it doesn't work. The kitchen despite being small is well equipped. The lack of WiFi didn't detract from our stay but is quite unusual. Overall a cosy cottage.
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Nicky
The lino on floor before bathroom was damaged propbably from a previous flood from a washing machine - this needs replacing as could be a trip hazard The corner of the bath panel was also damaged. I caught my leg on this when moving from the basin to use the toilet. Not an issue but wanted to mention it. The economy 7 heating looked a bit grubby - perhaps a good clean on these but in good working order. Other than that, we loved the cosyness of the cottage. Its perfect proximity to the town centre, it was well stocked for kitchen utilities, plenty of plates & cups / glasses etc. & would recommend wifi, however we managed to get round that by using phone data. (my son needed internet for job applications on his laptap) . Would definitely stay again, thanks
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Jill
However, the hill was quite a haul up and down especially for those of us in our 80s. Also the trek to the car park was more than we had bargained for. The beds also were not the most comfortable either.