Heart of the South Hams in South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

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Stunning rural views across the rolling Devon countryside out to the sea

Spacious, tasteful open plan living room with comfy and practical furniture

Generously sized and well-equipped kitchen including a full size fridge freezer

Stylish and tastefully decorated, very large, bedroom including a dressing table

New, modern bathroom with heated floor, heated towel rail and mirror.

Overview
Amenities
Policies
Location
Host

9.8

Exceptional

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 3580 sq m

Popular amenities

Pet-friendly

Hot tub

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Explore the area

Kingsbridge, ENG

Slapton Sands10 min drive
Blackpool Sands24 min drive
South Sands34 min drive
Plymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)59 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 3)

Bedroom

1 King Bed and 1 Single Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

'The Stables' is a self-contained, converted stable block set in the heart of the countryside, on a farm, with fabulous views across open farmland and looking out to sea.
It is set all on one level with parking right outside the door so is perfect for those with limited mobility.
It has one large bedroom, a large open-planned living space with a well-equipped modern kitchen and a shower room. Outside the door is a large garden with fabulous views.

Property manager

Laura

Amenities

Hot tub

Kitchen

Washer

Pet-friendly

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Kitchen

Outdoor space

Microwave

House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM

Check out before 10:30 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 3 pets total)

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip

Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kingsbridge

Located in Kingsbridge, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Start Point Lighthouse and Coleton Fishacre are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and South Devon. Travelling with kids? Consider Slapton Ley Field Centre and Woodlands Family Theme Park. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with cycling and horse riding nearby.

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Kingsbridge, ENG

What's nearby

South Devon - 7 min drive
Slapton Sands - 10 min drive
Woodlands Family Theme Park - 16 min drive
Blackpool Sands - 24 min drive
South Sands - 34 min drive

Getting around

Totnes Station - 24 min drive

Restaurants

‪Seven Stars - ‬12 min drive
‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬12 min drive
‪The Billy Can Coffee Shop - ‬10 min drive
‪Start Bay Inn - ‬10 min drive
‪Creeks End Inn - ‬12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Heart of the South Hams in South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at Heart of the South Hams in South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Heart of the South Hams in South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Heart of the South Hams in South Devon in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge holiday home is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of South Devon and Slapton Ley Field Centre. Woodlands Family Theme Park and Beesands Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.4/10

Cleanliness

9.6/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

8.8/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

18 Aug 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Property excellent

Property excellent lots of room, good quality finishes. one small minus and this isn’t the property, the lanes are narrow in places.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Annette T.

4 June 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, communication, location, listing accuracy

Annette

Property owners made us feel very welcome. The property had everything we needed! Good location

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tim A.

3 Apr 2023

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

The Accommodate

Excellent place, very clean, good host, and within easy reach to the beaches Roads are narrow, that's normal in the west country, so be aware

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

Linda Webb

9 Nov 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

South Hams short break.

Very comfortable property, clean , good facilities & location. Owners very pleasant & helpful. Would book again.

Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sandra H.

29 Oct 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great stay

This property was great, it was lovely and clean, spacious, everything you needed in the property was there.

Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Roger O.

3 May 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent stay over

Very clean and tidy, peaceful and quiet, in the Devon countryside. Unable to fault with an excellent host

Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

8/10 Good

s r t.

4 Jan 2022

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Christmas in the South Hams

Comfortable, warm, clean, spacious (for 2). We were there during a wet Christmas so didn't explore the farm land. Access is via narrow single track roads, very messy in winter. Laura is extremely helpful and welcoming.

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

2 Sept 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic accommodation

We loved our stay. The property was comfortable, clean, relaxed and just perfect for our small family and dog. It’s in a great location for exploring the stunning surrounding area.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2019

8/10 Good

Lynn F.

25 Aug 2019

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, location

Perfect base for exploring South Devon

Perfect location to travel to surrounding beaches and Kingsbridge and there are plenty of beaches to visit. Absolutely beautiful scenery within the local area. Property description slightly misleading though as could barely see the sea view! Small lanes to negotiate when traveling but always worth the journey. Property was well equipped, comfy beds and a good shower, sofa had a bit of a doggy smell! Advertised as having Wi-fi, then told on arrival it was very sketchy, barely worked for us.

10/10 Excellent

Loraine L., Great Mongeham

3 Apr 2018

Lovely rural and quiet retreat

This is a lovely barn conversion with everything you need for a self catering holiday. Away from the hustle and bustle of working life, suitable for those that don’t mind being away from shops and neighbours and just want peace and quiet. The cockerels and chickens outside each morning were also a gentle reminder that you are on a farm and were lovely. The barn is well equipped and comfortable, a home from home. Thankyou

Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2018

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jennie G.

7 Oct 2017

Beautiful location, extremely comfortable and well equipped property.

We were doing a spot of house hunting in the area and The Stables made a great base for us. There were some nice welcoming treats upon our arrival, including some treats for our dog. Laura, the owner, was very friendly and helpful. The property is in a good position for exploring the South Hams area and there are lovely views and walks literally from the front door.It was enjoyable seeing the farm animals around the property, and there were some beautiful night skies to be seen. We had a busy couple of days but we felt immediately relaxed and comfortable when we returned to The Stables in the evenings. The place was cozy, spotlessly clean, and so well equipped that all you need to bring would be your clothes and toothbrush!

Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

15 Aug 2017

Idealer Ausganspunkt, um die Region zu entdecken

Wir hatten einen sehr entspannten Aufenthalt in der liebevoll und gemütlich eingerichteten Wohnung. Unsere Vermieter waren sehr freundlich und begrüßten uns mit einem Korb mit ausgewählten Produkten aus der Region, so dass wir an unserem ersten Morgen ein köstliches Frühstück genießen konnten. Die Wohnung liegt sehr ländlich und ruhig und man ist mit dem Auto ca. in 15 Minuten in Kingsbridge, auch sonst sind vielfältige Ausflugsziele gut zu erreichen. Wir empfehlen als Strand den wunderschön gelegenen Bantham Beach.

Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2017

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Hazel N.

16 June 2017

Spacious, comfortable & convenient

Laura was very welcoming (along with her dogs!). Lovely setting down country lane - a pleasure to come back to each evening. Having visited the South Hams area for about 40 years, we were able to enjoy familiar places: Kingsbridge, Torcross, Bigbury-on-Sea. The weather was good but staying for only 3 nights meant we weren't able to do more. We hope to return next year.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2017

About the host

Hosted by Laura

I have always lived in the South Hams, firstly on my parent farm near Dartmouth and now with my husband on this family owned property. I work locally with adults with learning disabilities. I am very much an outdoors person and in my spare time enjoy my horses, chickens and dogs.

Why they chose this property

Higher Stancombe Farm was built by my husbands uncle who sadly had a tragic accident. The property was then passed to my Father-in-law, and luckily for us, we now have to opportunity to live here and call it home.

What makes this property unique

Higher Stancombe farm has no near neighbours and is about in the middle of the countryside as you can get. Situated on top of a hill you get unsurpassed views of the countryside looking out to see. We are situated in the heart of an AONB and have varied and beautiful countryside surrounding us. Just a short 10 min drive will take you into the heart of Kingsbridge, a pretty, rural town on the estuary, where you will find a thriving town centre full of lovely shops as well as 2 supermarkets and all modern conveniences.

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