Gillyweed

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

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

Reviews

3 Customer Review(s)

oscarposh
October 2013

“Third visit to this haven of stylishly presented tranquility..... sssshhh don't tell everyone!”

I am surprised I am the only person to have left reviews for Gillyweed and can only assume all the other guests are wishing to keep the secret from getting out that this is one very special place to stay ...

I am surprised I am the only person to have left reviews for Gillyweed and can only assume all the other guests are wishing to keep the secret from getting out that this is one very special place to stay. The stylish presentation is what sets this house apart and the location is just so idyliic with the water right outside the window. Watching the tide is so therapeutic. Being the third time we have stayed brings with it a pleasant feeling of knowing what we are expecting and we like ambling around Noss Mayo and Newton Ferrers. The Ship is the best pub in the area. Dartmouth and Salcombe never disappoint - two of our favourite haunts. The galleries in Dartmouth always seem to entice me to add to my collection of Richard Goodwin-Jones artwork and this visit was no exception. There are several of his pieces at Gillyweed and I now own another one myself. All in all, a wonderful visit and we look forward to our next - which we will be booking soon, just in case the word gets out and prevents us having the choice of dates........! Booked through Helpful Holidays - very easy and straightforward.

- oscarposh, October 2013

Welcome back to Gillyweed! I'm glad to hear that you had a lovely time once again and have passed your comments on to the owners. Although there are no other reviews on TripAdvisor, we do have several on our Helpful Holidays website for perusal, if you should ever like to have a look. In case many others do catch on to the loveliness of Gillyweed, we do offer quite a useful service you may not be aware of in which a property can be booked a year in advance, if not more. We simply take a £100 holding deposit on a provisional booking for you and if, when the time comes to confirm in the Autumn, you wish to change dates or cancel, that £100 is returned to you. Otherwise, it can be redeemed against the price of your latest holiday. Not to worry, however; we won't tell everyone. Shh. Owner relations
A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer October 2012

“Our second stay... we just love the location!”

We returned to Gillyweed as we love the location and the property is superbly presented. Our only slight disappointment this time was the poor quality of cleaning - none of the floors had been swept or washed, the kitchen stank of fat and the canopy was filthy. It was clear only a cursory clean had been done, which was a shame as it meant my holiday began having to wash the floors and give the kitchen a clean. Not really what you expect but I realise the letting company have to rely on others to perform the changeover but it should have been checked. That aside, we love the whole property which is decorated with interesting artwork and is very well equipped. Watching the tides makes you very lazy indeed.... long walks around the headland from Gillyweed are amazing and a great way to earn your stop at the Ship Inn for lunch!

- A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer, October 2012

Thanks for your feedback, we're delighted you enjoyed your second holiday at Gillyweed - we agree it's in a superb spot! We will pass on your feedback to the owner regarding the cleanliness, and we're sorry this affected your enjoyment of the property. We would have happily arranged for the cleaning issues to have been sorted out for you at the time, so please do remember that if you ever experience any problems with the property, call us or the home owner straight away so that we have a chance to help while you're still on holiday. We look forward to welcoming you back to the West Country soon. Best wishes Helpful Holidays Owner relations
A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer April 2012

“Stunning property in every possible way.......”

It is not often you happen across a holiday home that is both perfectly located as well as being beautifully and stylishly equipped. This is it! The quality of the property is the first thing you notice and this creates a great first impression. I like being surrounded by good taste and this is evident here. Then there is the situation, right on the river and we were able to take our boat out each day from the slipway in front of the house. The ever changing tides provide a change of view and you could be really lazy and watch it all day. All in all, we feel we have discovered a perfect bolthole which we will definitely return to and highly recommend (although I hesitate to say that in case it gets so booked up we then cannot get our dates). Thank you for a wonderful stay!

- A Holiday Lettings verified reviewer, April 2012

Thanks for taking the time to comment - we're delighted you enjoyed your holiday at Gillyweed. Best wishes from Helpful Holidays Owner relations
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The property

At Bridgend, the foot of the Newton creek which divides Noss Mayo from Newton Ferrers, a smart, waterside, terraced cottage, one of nine converted from a former malthouse.

Designed to make the most of wonderful views of the water and surrounding hills.

To the front, small shared lawn, parking and use of slipway into the tidal creek.

Inside, the cottage is modern, bright and stylish, decorated with original art and comfortable furniture.

Stairs from hall up to open-plan living/dining/kitchen with glazed folding doors to balcony with the ever-changing creek view: kitchen area (dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, oven with eye-level grill/induction hob, wine fridge) smartly fitted with brushed chrome, marble and glass; sofas, TV/DVD, iPod dock and extending dining table fill the rest of the space.

Stairs up to second floor and two bedrooms - a double (5' bed) with TV, views and French windows to balcony, and in the eaves (some restricted height) a neat twin (limited clothes-hanging space) and smart bathroom (suite plus hand-shower).

On the ground floor, third bedroom with two cabin-style single beds (limited clothes-hanging space).

Shower-room (suite).

Garage (washing machine, tumble drier).

A fabulous, well thought out house in a beautiful creek-side setting. Newton Ferrers/Noss Mayo: adjoining small villages beside the River Yealm estuary, sheltered by oak-wooded hillsides, popular for sailing, lovely for walking or just sitting.

Essential shops (Newton Ferrers) and good food pubs.

Low tide footpath across the creek.

Tennis courts; riding stables.

Pedestrian ferry to coast walk to Wembury (village), and secluded beach.

Mothecombe (nearest sandy beach by car), 4 miles.

Plymouth, 11.

Summary

Three levels
Three bedrooms: 1 x ground floor with two cabin-style single beds, 1 x second floor king size double with balcony, 1 x second floor twin
Second floor bathroom with bath, hand shower, WC, basin
Ground floor shower room with shower, WC, basin
Hall
First floor open plan living space with seating area, dining area and kitchen.
Central heating
Microwave, fridge, fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for two cars
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

About the location

NOSS MAYO

Newton Ferrers 1 mile; Plymouth 10 miles

The charming creek side village of Noss Mayo is hidden away on the banks of the beautiful Yealm Estuary. The area is blessed with many coastal and countryside walks. Local beaches, Stoke and Cellars are just a three-quarters of a mile walk. The village is home to two excellent waterside pubs with river views, both of which offer superb meals using the best of local produce.
Across the water, the village of Newton Ferrers, which has a local butcher, chemist, Post Office and general grocery store, may be reached on foot via causeways at low tide. A seasonal ferry also operates between Noss Mayo, Newton Ferrers and the SW coastal path to Wembury. The surrounding South Hams area is well known for its award-winning, sandy beaches and also for the breath-taking beauty of the Dartmoor National Park. All are all within easy reach, as are interesting towns and villages such as Totnes, Salcombe, Dartington and Modbury. The city of Plymouth with its shops, Marine Aquarium and Barbican quayside area is just 10 miles away.

Note: Some restricted height and limited clothes-hanging space in top floor twin bedroom.