Sou West

4.6★

8 Guests
4 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

12 Customer Review(s)

Andrew
April 2024

“Sent the owner.”

First of all, great property, in a great location and a premium rental product. I've been coming to Hope Cove for 50+ years and really loved staying here. I'm going to split the feedback into a snag list and stuff, which I think it would be appropriate to have in such a high-quality rental property. Before I go on to that, the quality of the appliances and kitchen facilities and just the general decor, was very much appreciated. Additional Items Needed. Oven gloves - these are essential. No ...

First of all, great property, in a great location and a premium rental product. I've been coming to Hope Cove for 50+ years and really loved staying here. I'm going to split the feedback into a snag list and stuff, which I think it would be appropriate to have in such a high-quality rental property. Before I go on to that, the quality of the appliances and kitchen facilities and just the general decor, was very much appreciated. Additional Items Needed. Oven gloves - these are essential. No bins in rooms. No washing up equipment. Insufficient tumbler glasses for 8 people. Snag List. Upstairs wardrobe handle came of in our hand as not attached with screws! Bathroom window upstairs very stiff to open. Front downstairs bedroom radiator thermostat noisy. Cracked cafetiere (luckily we bought our own!) Fridge water container not prefilled so took 2 days to make ice. (Not a fault, but would have been nice to have the ice available earlier in our stay.) Kids hand and finger marks over doors by dining table. (being really picky here but thought would feed this back.) Finally the blown windows and patio doors. I really appreciate that you have invested a lot already, but to have the view interrupted by the blown double glassed units spoils the view out of what is otherwise a premium property and was not expected. Finally, looking at the instructions to hand the property back, there are no large bin liners to put the bed linen in, which is what we have been instructed to do. Thank you for renting us your home. We have treated it as our own and look forward to coming back again soon. Kindest regards, Andy Cox and Family.

- Andrew, April 2024
Sarah April 2024

“A stunning property in a fantastic location.”

You can walk very easily into the village. Sou West is modern and spacious with beautiful countryside views. You can even see the sea! Would highly recommend.

- Sarah, April 2024
Simon February 2024

“Lovely property in an area we know well from many years of holidays, but needs better maintenance.”

Fly infestation (many dead on the floor), Clothes were left in a draw, paintbrushes out in the utility. The heating thermostat deosn't work. No wifi in one of the bedrooms (teenage angst ensues!) Dripping inbetween the downstairs bedroom... I sent some more complete feedback to Coast & Country. Could be a great house, but just felt a little unloved in the detail areas.

- Simon, February 2024

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are thrilled you loved the property. We can only apologise there were some flies upon your arrival, the property had been checked prior to your holiday and were not found, this has also not occurred before or after your visit. On investigation the dripping noise was outside the property due to the adverse weather. We were surprised to read your comments on the thermostat and Wi-Fi as we have not had these comments in the past, we will of course inspect these and rectify should there be an issue. We do hope you had a lovely holiday and enjoyed all the area has to offer. Property Owner
Carole December 2023

“Really well equipped, lovely comfortable holiday home which had everything we needed for a family stay at Christmas.”

Great location with country views from the garden and easy walk to the beach. Only niggle was the lack of instructions for waste disposal and recycling bins. No baby/toddler equipment provided but actually if you take cot, stairgate and high chair with you as we did, the house is very child friendly.

- Carole, December 2023
David December 2023

“Sou West was perfect for our family get together and birthday celebration.”

Very comfortable, everything was provided and the whole house is so well equipped. We found the property really easily and the arrival worked as planned with key safe. Found the Wi-Fi a little tricky to get established. Had to reboot several times. The kitchen equipment and all around the house was excellent. Beds comfy, bathrooms excellent. There was no information on how to dispose of waste. We segregated everything and left in porch, but didn't know what day to put out on road for collection. We know the area quite well from previous visits but this part of Devon is absolutely stunning. Visitors to Sou West will not be disappointed.

- David, December 2023
Sian August 2023

“We very much enjoyed our time at Sou West.”

The space was great and the kitchen and all the littles extra’s were a lovely added bonus. The only slight negative was we were unable to find a key for the two downstairs bedroom windows which made it very stuffy at times. We by chance found a key just under one of the sofas so was able to open them for the last two days. Great outside space with beautiful views of the countryside and even a sea view. If there was a hot tub as well it would be the cherry on top

- Sian, August 2023
Alison August 2023

“We stayed at Sou West in August with seven adults, a toddler and a baby.”

The property is spacious and in a lovely quiet setting and we had room to park four cars which was great . The view from the back is so relaxing ….. ,watching the sheep graze in the field,breathing in the fresh clear air ,and catching a glimpse of the sea. The kitchen / dining area is spacious and well equipped and there is a welcome dishwasher and utility room! The sitting room is comfortable and has a huge TV . We slept upstairs in the super king room …..definitely the best bedroom though the other three all have king size beds and are comfortable. There were a few things that could be improved. I kept looking above the sink in the bathroom but there was no mirror there! The disposal of rubbish was an issue since the instructions were not very clear. There were only a couple of black bin liners and no recycling bags available …fortunately we had brought extra black bags with us. A workman next door was very helpful in explaining where to put the black bags but said they are only emptied every two weeks on a Friday. There were some in there when we arrived and when we left the bin was almost full and not due to be emptied for another week. Also it is important to note that there are no facilities for toddlers and babies. We took our own high chairs, small mattress and travel cot. The property is quite highly priced and a bit more than we would usually pay but it was peak season and we all had a very enjoyable family time staying there.

- Alison, August 2023
Simon July 2023

“A beautiful property in a stunning location.”

- Simon, July 2023
Martin June 2023

“My grown up family of 5 had a lovely stay.”

The property was well proportioned and we had plenty of space to relax both in and outside the decking. The 15-20 minute walk to Hope Cove with its good local pub was welcome and a short drive into Salcombe. Would highly recommend it for a family stay.

- Martin, June 2023
Claire June 2023

“Wonderful place!”

The beds are sooo comfy, and the cottage had everything you could want, a well equipped kitchen and outside area. Wifi was also very good, I would consider having a longer break and working from here a couple of days next time. Just a short walk down the hill to peacful Hope Cove, with a couple of nice eateries and a safe place to swim. For us there was nothing we would change, we loved it.

- Claire, June 2023
Charles June 2023

“Very well equipped and appointed house.”

Quality of furniture, fixtures and fittings was appreciated. Ideal for larger families. Location close to Hope Cove is a definite bonus.

- Charles, June 2023
Andrea May 2023

“A lovely property, very comfortable and spacious and a lovely outside space for the dog to enjoy and for us to enjoy the views.”

In a great location. We had an amazing week and will be back again soon. A really well equipped property - the only additional things we would have liked to make it perfect would be been bath/shower mats for the bathrooms, a clothes airer and an outside brush to brush the patio.

- Andrea, May 2023

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Summary

Four bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request), 1 x ground-floor king-size with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size, 1 x ground-floor king-size
Bathroom with bath, hand-held shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/breakfast room
Utility
Sitting room with gas flame-effect stove
Conservatory/snug
Oil central heating
Rangemaster electric range cooker with oven and hob, quartz worktops, microwave, American fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, Nespresso coffee machine and dishwasher
Smart TV and WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for 3/4 cars
Outdoor sofa, chairs and dining table
Barbeque
Front lawn and rear garden with decking, lawn, gravelled area with countryside views and glimpses of the sea
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop, pub, bar, restaurant and beach 0.5 miles at Hope Cove
Note: There are sloping ceilings in both upstairs bedrooms and therefore may be limited head height in parts of the rooms
Note: There are steps in the garden and down to the garden from the snug, please take care
Note: One well-behaved dog welcome on prior arrangement with the owner

The property

Sou West is nestled amongst Devon’s rolling fields in Galmpton near Hope Cove and a short drive to Salcombe, Thurlestone, South Milton and Malborough in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This newly refurbished, idyllic, detached holiday home benefits from a bright and airy interior adorned with contemporary appliances and chic decor, four beautifully-appointed bedrooms, a wonderful rear garden with far-reaching countryside and sea views and an excellent location close to the coast; the perfect base for families or friends looking to explore Devon with their beloved canine companions. After a day full of exploration, cross the threshold into your new home-from-home and head straight for the spacious sitting room where you can unwind on the plush, L-shaped sofa in front of the gentle warmth of the gas flame-effect stove and a 65 inch Smart TV. Later, head into the brand new, fully-equipped kitchen/diner to rustle up a tasty meal to be enjoyed around the dining table; on warmer evenings, why not step outside to the rear garden where you can fire up the barbecue and dine alfresco with a memorable backdrop. On chillier evenings the conservatory/snug provides breath-taking views across the countryside while allowing you to stay warm; when the evening draws to a close, wash off the day’s adventures in either the ground-floor shower room or sleek ensuite or cosy bathroom on the first floor. After freshening up, catch up on your rest in either king-size bedrooms on the ground floor or the super-king/two-singles and king-size on the first. If you can tear yourself away from this delightful house, Devon’s spectacular coast is within reach.

Take a leisurely 10 minute walk or 2 minute drive to Hope Cove; bask in the sun on Mouthwell Sands or join the South West Coast Path east to marvel at the stunning sea vistas from Bolt Tail scenic point or a short walk west to South Milton sands and Thurlestone beyond.

The coast path is a haven for outdoor enthusiasts as it spans an impressive 630 miles, meandering through charming coastal villages with endless attractions and beautiful views. Take a short drive into Malborough where you can stock up on all of your self-catering essentials at local convenience store or you can find larger supermarkets in Salcombe (a 10 minute drive) or Kingsbridge (a 12 minute drive).

Alternatively you could treat your loved ones to a break from the kitchen with a delicious meal at the fantastic restaurants and diners in Hope Cove, Salcombe or South Milton.

Hope Cove has a number of bars and restaurants including the Lobster Pod which serves fantastic seafood where you can enjoy the breath-taking sea-view from the comfort of your own pod and the Cove which is a friendly, relaxed restaurant again serving wonderful food with spectacular views.

Other must-sees include the surfing beach at Bantham, Bigbury, Burgh Island and Dartmoor National Park which boasts its own zoo! Make memories at Sou West.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

HOPE COVE

Salcombe 4.6 miles; Kingsbridge 5.1 miles

The picturesque and unspoiled village of Hope Cove lies in the sheltered curve of Bigbury Bay on Devon’s south coast. A choice destination for families, the two beaches offering soft sand and rock pools for sandcastle building and fishing for small crabs. The town remains a fishing village where crabs and lobsters are still landed, however it was once used by smugglers. Many ships have perished around the coast and the wrecks that lie beneath the waves make it a popular spot for divers. Above the beach there are a number of pubs and restaurants. The coastal footpath can be joined from here and leads towards Bigbury-on-sea in one direction and the coastal resort of Salcombe in the other.

Please note the garage is not for guest use and will be locked.

One well behaved dog allowed. Dogs are not permitted on the furniture.

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Sou West

Hope Cove, Devon (Ref. 1125974)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Sent the owner.”

“A stunning property in a fantastic location.”

“Lovely property in an area we know well from many years of holidays, but needs better maintenance.”

“Really well equipped, lovely comfortable holiday home which had everything we needed for a family stay at Christmas.”

“Sou West was perfect for our family get together and birthday celebration.”

“We very much enjoyed our time at Sou West.”

“We stayed at Sou West in August with seven adults, a toddler and a baby.”

“A beautiful property in a stunning location.”

“My grown up family of 5 had a lovely stay.”

“Wonderful place!”

“Very well equipped and appointed house.”

“A lovely property, very comfortable and spacious and a lovely outside space for the dog to enjoy and for us to enjoy the views.”

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About the location

HOPE COVE