Guest House Torcross England

Welcome to luxury holidays in Devon - and a hugely more enjoyable, and modern way to enjoy self catering whilst on holiday in the West Country. Cliff House has been designed and equipped to provide you with the “feel” and modernity of a boutique hotel whilst at the same time allowing you the comforts of being totally independent.

Cliff House is one of the oldest houses in the village, brimming with extensive period features and character, including stone walls, flagstone floors, original timber beams, doors and fireplaces. Recently redecorated, doors from virtually all the rooms lead out to the secluded terraces or balconies that make the most of the wonderful seaviews and track the sun all day long. Several reception rooms means that everyone has room to relax and four large bedrooms sleep 8 in comfort. Spacious, light-filled and very welcoming, this house really is a must for those looking for something special.

Located on the top of the cliff, the stunning views across the sea are un-interrupted ; from the Mew Stone and the mouth of the Dart Estuary, sweeping around Start Bay and including Slapton Sands and Ley to Start Point Lighthouse and over the beautiful South Hams countryside. From local croissants and coffee at breakfast to the very last glass of Sharpham's wine before bed you will find it hard to tear yourself away from an ever-changing vista of boats, sunrises, sunsets, seagulls and stars – all accompanied by the soporific breaking of the waves directly below.

Cliff house is the ideal location for an extended family or two families holidaying together who are looking for relaxation right by the sea, but close enough to Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Salcombe, if you are feeling more energetic.

Further details

Whilst all of the garden is railed, supervision of all young children /dogs whilst in the garden is required.

Further details indoors

The accommodation at Cliff House comprises of plenty of space for everyone to be able to relax and enjoy themselves with a family room, drawing room, sitting room and dining room. A large, modern kitchen adjoins a morning sun room/wet room and lobby alongside a downstairs WC/shower room. Upstairs, there are four large bedrooms [one kingsize, one double and two twins], two of which have balconies and stunning seaviews.There are two en-suite bathrooms [ one with a further balcony] as well as a separate WC. There is also a lovely upstairs sitting area with French windows.

Further details about the house includes;

Ground Floor: Entrance door into a decked walk-through sunroom with plenty of storage for all your wet suits/bodyboards/beach stuff. Delightful L-shaped family room with inset woodburner and sofas, and includes our art gallery [see more details on this later]. The dining room with a large table has patio doors to the terrace and spectacular views. A central hallway opens out to the seaward side of the house, off which are two further comfortable sitting /drawing rooms both amply furnished with sofas; one for children and provided with games, TV / DVD and featuring an ornamental fireplace; the other, a more formal room for 'grown-ups' and featuring an open fireplace, music system and ipod speakers. Both rooms have feature window seats and sea views. The new fully fitted, well equipped kitchen overlooks Slapton Sands/Ley and Torcross and has a range cooker with double oven and grill, integrated dishwasher, microwave, American fridge/freezer and radio. A utility cupboard houses a washing machine and tumble dryer. Downstairs Cloakroom with shower, basin and WC.

Upstairs: Master bedroom, with kingsize bed, french doors to balcony and glorious en-suite bathroom with bath, separate shower, heated towel rail, WC and basin with a further door to another balcony. Double bedroom with en-suite shower room with shower, basin and WC. Spacious twin bedroom with wash basin and stunning views over the sea, Slapton Ley and Torcross. Further twin bedroom with handwash basin and french doors to balcony and sea views. Landing with quiet seating area with views through french doors to balcony. Separate Cloakroom with basin and WC.

We have begun an art gallery within the family room and you will find that there are empty frames already hung on the wall and water colours/paper and a table top easel available. Please paint or draw us a picture, sign and date it and put it in one of the frames.so, don't be shy - unleash the inner artist in yourselves.

Throughout the house there are plenty of local books, O.S maps, board games, cushions, candles and throws. Please make plenty of use of everything – we really want you to feel at home and relax. After all, it's your holiday, and you deserve it!

Included: Duvets, pillows, bed linen, towels (not beach towels) night storage heating, electricity. The telephone is free to use for local calls, but calls to national, international, premium rate or mobiles will be charged and deducted from the security deposit. Wireless broadband is also free to use but you must bring a wireless-enabled laptop to use it. Please note that mobile reception is patchy. We do have one travel cot [with a basic travel mattress] but no linen for it and 2 travel high chairs that attach to the dining room chairs. They are suitable for babies that can sit up un-aided and up to 15kgs.

No smoking

Dogs – we accept two, well behaved dogs at £25 per dog per booking. Please note – the dogs are not allowed upstairs or on the furniture, and we expect the garden to be free of any unwelcome “presents” on departure! Dogs are allowed on Slapton sands all year round.

Further details outdoors

Outside, there is a secluded Mediterranean-style garden with terraces and balconies providing different vantage points for the panoramic sea and beach views. The kitchen, sun room and Ley Terrace capture the morning sun, the first floor balconies, Garden Terrace and Lookout enjoy sun throughout the day, while the Lighthouse and Western terraces are ideal for the setting sun. There is a BBQ provided but you will need to bring your own charcoal. Please note that the Lookout patio is perched on the edge of the cliff, and whilst all of the garden is railed, supervision of all young children whilst in the garden is required. There is plenty of outdoor seating and a mature tree and other shrubs offer shade as required. Finally, from the garden you can descend the 69 steps onto the beach/promenade and into the village or, go the other way, and go down onto Cove beach.

Approached by its own lane there is parking for 2 cars.

The England region

As holiday accommodation in Devon, Cliff House is ideally situated for exploring all of the best local attractions including the historic port of Dartmouth, Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Dartmoor, the coastal path and many local beaches and coves. Have a look at our “Out & About” section on our website for extensive details on where to go, what to eat, what to do etc over a wide area of Devon. From walking to kayaking, from pubs to fine dining, from farmers markets to pick-your-own, from beaches to spas, from gardens to golf, from sailing to ferries, we hope to give you so much to do that one week won’t be enough!