Company information
Compass Quay Coastal Holidays believe that personal touch with guests and homeowners is key to our success, whether it be assistance to help you choose your perfect holiday, or to have our dedicated staff to look after your holiday home, whichever, we endeavour to make your needs our priority. We are blessed to have an amazing local team with over 50 years of combined experience within the holiday home rental business.
Property information
Upon arrival, you are welcomed to the property by large wooden gates that open onto the driveway suitable for 2-3 cars. From the driveway, a few steps drop down to the front door. You enter into an airy entrance hall with ample storage space and a utility cupboard houses a washer-dryer. The open-plan kitchen, living, and dining space has a large galley kitchen area includes great wall and base cupboards, a large American-style fridge freezer, Neff electric oven and halogen hob, dishwasher, kettle, toaster, microwave, and wine rack. The counter separating the kitchen from the living area is utilised as a breakfast bar with 4 stools to perch upon. The dining room area includes a large kitchen table to seat 8 guests.
The bright and spacious living area includes a large L-shaped sofa and a large sliding patio doors transform the lounge into a marvellous indoor, outdoor living space. with breathtaking views Avon Estuary and the famous, iconic Burgh Island. The large hallway leads to 4 spacious bedrooms, the master bedroom is a gorgeously bright bedroom that boasts a king-size bed, built-in wardrobes, and a large window overlooking the garden, across to stunning views of the Avon Estuary.
A large family suite hosts a generous double bedroom with a built-in wardrobe and practical wash basin, this bedroom leads into a large twin bedroom with large sliding doors that lead onto the patio and into the garden.
The fourth bedroom which overlooks the front garden has 2 single beds, a dressing table, and a set of drawers.
The property hosts two bathrooms, to the left of the entrance hall, there is a small bathroom with a toilet, basin, and enclosed shower, and to the right a very large wet room with shower, toilet, and basin, ideal for washing off sandy children after a day on the beach. Please note although the garden is exclusive to Carew, it is not enclosed from the footpath and neighbouring garden.
Neighbourhood information
Beautiful Bantham beach is lovingly described as a tiny jewel along this stretch of stunning coastline. The sapphire blue sea and golden sands make this an unforgettable holiday destination. The waves attract surfers from all around the world but if you prefer a more relaxing stint on the water, Bantham Surf Academy will helpfully provide you with paddleboards, kayaks, wetsuits and all the information you need. Instructors are available to take you out in groups or one-one sessions if you fancy some extra tuition.
Just minutes from here is the pretty harbour, where you can while away the hours crabbing, sailing, or just watching the boats go by.
The Gastrobuses are a regular summer feature on the beach. Gourmet burgers, Devon ice-cream and amazing sandwiches are readily available all through the summer. Throw in some regular pizza nights with some live music and you’ve got yourself the perfect evening.
If walking is more your thing, The South West Coast Path runs right past Bantham – A ferry is available to take you across the River Avon (Not available all year round) and nature lovers may just glimpse Kingfishers, Housemartins and Guillemots in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Look towards the shoreline and occasionally they’ll be a shy seal among the rocks or even a playful dolphin.
The village itself is host to a fantastic pub/restaurant – The Sloop Inn. Here you can find delicious freshly cooked meals, an ever-changing selection of creative daily specials using some of the freshest fish, meat and game and the finest local produce Devon has to offer. Head up to the village shop which stocks a great range of groceries, newspapers, freshly baked bread and pastries, as well as all your holiday essential including wetsuits, bodyboards and buckets & spades. Its beautiful terrace cafe produces a spectacular Devon Cream Tea which you can sample whilst overlooking the estuary and debating the age-old question; Jam or Cream first?