Holiday Cottage in Topsham, Nr. Exeter, South Devon
Pretty Period Character Cottage in Historic Estuary Village
Quiet Location Just 2 Minutes Walk to Village and Water's Edge
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms)
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The cottage is in a quiet location (conservation area) only about 150 metre walk from the town centre and harbour, at the end of a private cul-de-sac. Downstairs comprises: entrance porch, kitchen-diner with wood strip floor and feature fireplace. Well-fitted kitchen with oven and microwave, glazed dresser and pine dining table. Sitting room with dual aspect windows, cathedral ceiling, TV (digital channels), video & DVD and CD/tape/FM hi-fi system and small library. Access door to garden. On the first floor, accessed by feature curved staircase: double bedroom with period fireplace and bathroom with bath, shower and WC. On the second floor, twin bedded room with dual aspect windows and skylight. All bedrooms have pillows, duvets, linen and towels and there is ample storage for clothes and personal possessions. The cottage is well furnished in natural materials and numerous original water colour paintings. There is also an excellent library of reference books and novels.
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Prices Currency Conversion
| Rental periods | 3 to 4 persons | 1 or 2 persons |
| 4 October - 19 December 2008 | £449 | £400 |
| 20 December 2007 - 2 January 2008 | £640 | £580 |
| 3 January - 3 April 2009 | £450 | £400 |
| 4 - 17 April 2009 | £565 | £510 |
| 18 April - 22 May 2009 | £495 | £445 |
| 23 May - 26 June 2009 | £550 | £500 |
| 27 June - 4 September 2009 | £650 | £600 |
| 5 September - 2 October 2009 | £525 | £475 |
| 3 October - 18 December 2009 | £485 | £437 |
| 19 December 2009 - 3 January 2010 | £665 | £600 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds.
Special discounts for lets of more than 2 weeks and we can also sometimes do less than one week off season (dates in blue on our website). Please call or email.
Late bookings (within 3 weeks) please call/email for discounts. Availability (see our own website - click on "owners website" under booking and further info below). See our website for special late offers.
Changeover day
During peak seasons Saturday changeovers. Off season other days and durations of less than a week, please ask. Arrival usually 3pm to allow for cleaning.
Accommodation
| Bedrooms: | Bedroom 1 with double bed, period fireplace, pine furniture, sash window overlooking garden. Bedroom 2 with full size twin beds, triple aspect windows, views towards the estuary and Maldon Hills. |
| Bathrooms: | Main bathroom with WC, bath with shower over, wash hand basin. Separate WC in outhouse with washing machine & dryer. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen/diner includes oven with electric hob, microwave with grill, toaster, kettle and liquidiser. Hand made units with hardwood tops and belfast sink. Large pine dining table, feature fireplace, glazed dresser and wood strip floor. |
| Utility Room: | Automatic front loading washing machine and separate dryer. Wash basin and WC. Storage for bicycles. |
| Living Rooms: | The light and airy living room has dual aspect windows, french door with access to garden and skylight. Leather sofa, 2 easy chairs, extra seating, TV with digital box, CD stereo, video and DVD. Good selection of DVDs, videos and books. |
| Cleaning/towels/ linen/maid service: |
Towels and linen included. Weekly cleaning and towel & linen change. Nearby housekeeper available when required. |
Notes on accommodation
Cottage is fully gas centrally heated.
Linen and towels are provided.
There is a stairgate for the twin bedroom if required.
High chair & cot available.
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- washing machine,
- tumble dryer,
- iron/ironing board,
- tv,
- central heating,
- cot,
- high chair,
- barbecue,
- pets accepted
Outside
Pretty private garden with plenty of planting and interest. Two seating areas, one with bench and table, other with circular oak dining table, chairs and bench. Pot belly barbeque. Outside utility room, storage for bicycles etc.
Coast/Beach
The Estuary is at the end of our road where you will find beautiful views, waterside pubs & coastal walks. The beaches of Exmouth & Budleigh Salterton are only 10 miles away.
Golf
Topsham boasts two golf courses close by. Exeter Golf & Country Club (just 5 minutes and Woodbury Golf Club about 15 minutes drive). Both offer other leisure facilities and Woodbury also houses the world famous Nigel Mansell World of Motor Racing. There are numerous other golf clubs within easy drives.
Special interest holidays
Bird watchers come from all over the world to the RSPB reserve just 5 minutes walk from the cottage at Bowling Green Marshes. Small trains are available 2 minutes away to take you to Exeter, Exmouth or other destinations around the coast. Small ferries are available 2 minutes away for pleasure trips around the estuary and to other coastal destinations. Hikers will enjoy the wonderful selection of country and coastal walks available nearby. Topsham boasts a heated outdoor swimming pool (spring and summer months) within easy walking distance.
Travel
Topsham is just over an hour from Bristol, London about 2.5hrs and a few minutes from the centre of Exeter. Exeter airport is only 5 minutes away and trains come into Topsham from most parts of the country.
Distances
M5 - 2 miles.
Exeter - 5 miles.
Parking -150 metres.
Estaury - 150 metres.
Village centre - 200 metres.
Swimming Pool - 250 metres.
RSPB sanctaury - 400 metres.
Further details
Topsham is blessed with some of the best pubs and restaurants in the area combined with great shopping. Weekly market in village, small supermarket, specialist food shops, banks, boutiques, antiques, open air heated swimming pool, bowling green, tennis courts. In fact everything you'll ever need!
Booking notes
On line booking form on our own website (see below). Just print and send off with 25% deposit. Balance payable 2 months before holiday. There is a £100 refundable deposit against damage.
Guest comments
Numerous "glowing" entries in our guest book, copies available on request or look at "guest book entries" on our website.
For booking and further information
Nick and Jane Bailey
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1454 612 119
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7768 663 704
Fax: (UK) + 44 (0)1454 201 950
Email: Click here
Owners Website: Click here
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This advertiser joined Owners Direct in May 2006,
and has advertised this property with us since May 2006.
Property Ref E158
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