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- Sleeps: 10<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 5<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nHillfield Farmhouse<\/a> is a stunning detached holiday home just a few miles from the historic harbour town of Dartmouth. South Devon-based interior designer Henrietta Thorn, whose portfolio includes the refurbishment of Gara Rock and South Sands Hotel, is responsible for the restyling of this impressive property.<\/p>\n
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\nHenrietta told us, \u2018I really enjoyed working with the history of the building to maintain its character, using traditional materials where possible, but also bringing a contemporary edge to it. It is a property that I would love to live in – it has a lovely feel to it and just works!\u2019<\/p>\n
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\nHenrietta continues, \u2018I just love the mixture of old and new \u2013 it is quirky, I think the combination of furniture (including a distressed oak dresser in the living room that I was tempted to keep!) works perfectly. What I love most about my job is creating something unique which is both striking and inspiring. For instance, the tiles I selected for the bathroom are very unusual, and they evoke very different reactions from everyone\u2026 it is just so interesting to watch!\u2019<\/p>\n
\n2. Seagull Cottage<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 8<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 4<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 3
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\nSeagull Cottage<\/a> in Buckley Street, Salcombe is another striking, recently renovated holiday cottage available with Coast & Country Cottages. Styled by the owner, Lizzy Klintworth, a former City Lawyer turned interior designer, this 18th Century fisherman\u2019s cottage has been transformed to create a haven for those in search of a chic, luxury holiday home.<\/p>\n
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\nLizzy said, ‘We really wanted the interior of the house to complement the cottage\u2019s surroundings \u2013 with stunning, awe-inspiring views over the Salcombe Estuary from the main living area, it was very important to bring a little of the Salcombe coastline into the design. Hence the nautical theme throughout, with iconic Quba & Co sail cloth cushions, feature portholes and even a life buoy!’<\/p>\n
\n3. St Leonards<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 4<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 2<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 1
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\nRebecca Dupere, of Modbury-based company Dupere Designs, styled the beautifully finished property St Leonards in Salcombe<\/a>. This charming terraced house is situated on Shadycombe Road, just a few steps from Salcombe\u2019s shops, galleries, restaurants and picturesque harbour.<\/p>\n
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\n\u2018St Leonards is close to the sea which obviously influenced the choice of colours and furnishings used,\u2019 said Rebecca. \u2018However, we wanted to avoid the interior being too clich\u00e9d or an ‘identikit holiday home’ and were careful to ensure St Leonards had its own personality. Specially chosen furniture and accessories were combined to make a welcoming home \u2013 it is important to keep this in mind when beginning an interior design project.\u2019<\/p>\n
Rebecca finished, \u2018As with any project you always end up with favourite items in the house. At St Leonards I absolutely love the vintage lantern in the sitting room fireplace, the model yacht, the cushions on the beds in the twin bedroom (which are beautifully hand embroidered) and the handmade lampshades in the double bedroom, which are simply stunning.\u2019<\/p>\n
\n4. The Old Library<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 5<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 3<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 2<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nThe uniquely-styled Old Library<\/a> is situated in the quiet location of Newcomen Road, just a stone\u2019s throw from Dartmouth scenic harbour, shops and restaurants. The two-storey accommodation has been extensively remodelled in conjunction with Cheltenham-based Focus Interior Design.<\/p>\n
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\nThe centrepiece of its visionary interior is the Captain\u2019s Galley on the first floor, an open-plan living space with a nautical theme ideal for relaxing or entertaining. There\u2019s a well-equipped kitchen and comfortable living room, plus a semi-circle of padded seats around a round table which serves as a stylish dining area.<\/p>\n
\nThe Old Library<\/a> is a true one-of-a-kind for those who are seeking a luxurious holiday base with a difference.<\/p>\n
5. Armorel House<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 6<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 3<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 2
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\nArmorel House<\/a> is a light and spacious holiday home on South Ford Road in Dartmouth, a short walk from the town\u2019s shops, caf\u00e9s, pubs, restaurants, galleries and other attractions.<\/p>\n
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\nThis property benefits from elegant, yet colourful and contemporary d\u00e9cor throughout its three floors, and was extensively renovated in 2016 to create the ideal home for luxury-loving families or discerning holidaymaking couples.<\/p>\n
Beautiful wooden flooring completes the tastefully realised lounge-diner, adorned with a cleverly designed, fitted sideboard\/dresser, attractive suite and contemporary, extendable dining table and chairs to seat eight comfortably.<\/p>\n
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\n6. Woodwell<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 8<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 4<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 4<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n
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\nOne of Coast & Country Cottages\u2019 flagship holiday homes, Woodwell <\/a>is a substantial and sumptuously appointed property, designed by local, award-winning architects to create unbeatable holiday accommodation for family groups or up to four couples.<\/p>\n
\nOn the ground floor, you\u2019ll find four individually-styled boutique bedrooms with direct access to the terrace and a magnificent oak and glass staircase which leads up to the first-floor living area.<\/p>\n
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<\/a><\/p>\nThe spectacular open plan living and dining space has been designed both to maximise sociability and to make the most of the wonderful views of the estuary across towards Mill Bay and East Portlemouth beach. The picture windows draw the eye and add to the sense of space wherever you are in this area, whether that\u2019s preparing meals in the state-of-the-art kitchen, relaxing on the comfortable sofa or sitting on the window seat itself.<\/p>\n
\n7. Blackbird Barn<\/h2>\n
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- Sleeps: 4<\/li>\n
- Bedrooms: 2<\/li>\n
- Bathrooms: 1
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\nBlackbird Barn<\/a> is a beautifully furnished stone cottage, restyled by an interior design company in contemporary yet \u2018cosy cottage\u2019 style, with calming colours and attention to fine detail throughout. This holiday home is situated just 20 minutes from the surfers\u2019 paradise of Bantham Beach<\/a> and a stunning stretch of the South West Coast Path (with Hope Cove, South Milton Sands and Bigbury-On-Sea<\/a> all within walking distance).<\/p>\n
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