Pretty Period Character Cottage in Historic Estuary Village
Quiet Location Just 2 Minutes Walk to Village and Water's Edge
Sleeps 4 (2 Bedrooms) + optional 2 in annex
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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 hob, d/washer and microwave, glazed dresser and pine dining table. Sitting room with dual aspect windows, cathedral ceiling, LCD digital TV, video and DVD and CD/tape/FM hi-fi system and small library. Access door to peaceful garden and annex (sleeps further 2 if required). 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. 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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| Rental Period | Per Night | Per Week | Per Month | Min. Stay (Nights) |
| 26 June 2010 - 3 September 2010 | £695 | 7 | ||
| 4 September 2010 - 22 October 2010 | £565 | 3 | ||
| 23 October 2010 - 29 October 2010 | £625 | 7 | ||
| 30 October 2010 - 17 December 2010 | £565 | 3 | ||
| 18 December 2010 - 7 January 2011 | £795 | 7 | ||
| 8 January 2011 - 18 February 2011 | £525 | 3 | ||
| 19 February 2011 - 25 February 2011 | £575 | 7 | ||
| 26 February 2011 - 8 April 2011 | £525 | 3 |
Notes on prices
Prices are for the property per week in UK Pounds. Annex available for additional 2 persons please enquire or see our own web site. 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 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. TV. Bedroom 2 with full size twin beds, triple aspect windows, views towards the estuary and Maldon Hills. Bedroom 3 (in garden annex), sleeps 2 with en-suite. |
| Bathrooms: | Newly refurbished main bathroom with WC, bath with shower over, inset hand basin, vanity unit. Separate WC and shower in annex. Utility outhouse with washing machine and dryer. |
| Kitchen: | Kitchen/diner includes oven with ceramic hob, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle and liquidiser. Hand made units with granite tops and Belfast sink. Large pine dining table, feature fireplace, glazed dresser and wood strip floor. |
| Utility Room: | Outhouse with automatic front loading washing machine and separate dryer. Sink, wc and shower. |
| 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, digital flat screen TV, CD stereo, video and DVD. Good selection of DVDs, videos and books. |
| Other: | Recently renovated outhouse provides additional accommodation for 1 or 2 persons, shower & WC. (see our own website for details & costs). |
| 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 with latest condensing boiler. Linen and towels are provided. There is a stairgate for the twin bedroom. High chair and cot available. The outhouse can provide additional accommodation for 2 persons with own shower and wc. (see our website).
- hob/stove,
- oven,
- fridge,
- microwave,
- dishwasher,
- 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 cast iron barbecue. Outside utility room, wc and shower (for use by all guests) and additional accommodation (if required).
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, Dawlish & Budleigh Salterton are only about 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.
Good pubs & restaurants - 150 metres.
Further details
Topsham is blessed with some of the best pubs and restaurants in the area combined with great shopping & beautiful surrounding countryside. Weekly market in village, small supermarket, specialist food shops, banks, boutiques, antiques, open air heated swimming pool, bowling green, tennis courts. Local train to Exmouth & Exeter. Ferries along the coast. 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.
Owner profile
Nick Jane and Charlie
About the owner
Nick and Jane Bailey.
We are married, have 3 children (and an equally delightful spaniel!) and have lived in the small rural village of Tockington near Bristol for the past thirteen years. Jane runs her own book-keeping business and works for many diverse clients from estate agents to farm equipment dealers. Nick has also run his own property management business for over 30 years and now specialises in period refurbishments and holiday lettings.
Year purchased: 2004
Why the owner chose a home in this location
There are a number of reasons why we fell in love with Topsham and hope one day to live there full time.
We have fond memories of Devon and being near the sea. Jane lived in Salcombe for much of her childhood and Nick spent many happy weeks in Hope Cove (also by coincidence near Salcombe).
Topsham is a delightful estuary town with a real feel of belonging to its residents whilst catering for some tourism (although thankfully many pass it by and travel further down the M5).
It is only just over an hour from Bristol (M4/M5 interchange), 10 minutes from the beautiful city of Exeter and on the Ex estuary, minutes by boat (or train) from the open sea.
Unique benefits of the property
Shapter Cottage benefits from being in the conservation area of Topsham, surrounded by well maintained period homes and just a couple of minutes walk from the river, great shops, restaurants and waterside pubs. Topsham is a unique town with a real village feel which offers so much such as the open air heated pool just off the main street.
Open countryside is on our doorstep & the best food & fish (wet or cooked) is found a few minutes up the road at Darts Farm.
At Shapter Cottage you find peace, relaxation and perfect living without the normal stresses of city life. Once there your car can be abandoned as getting about is just so easy be it on foot, by water taxi or ferry, bus, bicycle or local train. Bliss!
For booking and further information
Property Ref E158
Nick or Jane Bailey
Tel: (UK) + 44 (0)1454 612 119
Mob: (UK) + 44 (0)7768 663 704
Owners Website: Click here
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