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Set in a sheltered valley among the rolling hills two miles inland from Slapton Sands, a little further to the popular Blackpool Sands, Buckland House is an elegant Grade II listed Georgian farmhouse built sometime before 1750 and largely rebuilt in the Regency style as a gentleman farmer's residence in 1860. The house has received a complete restoration to a very high standard and now includes a conservatory overlooking the ponds and gardens with a view towards Dartmoor. Offering high quality accommodation for two or more families, tastefully furnished in keeping with the period of property, this lovely family home offers an opportunity to enjoy a holiday in comfortable surroundings and large private gardens.
Accommodation
Downstairs: The entrance porch leads to the main hall, off which are the principal reception rooms. The south-facing sitting room has a traditional Georgian feel, with dual aspect windows that overlook the formal gardens. There is Wood burner, Freeview TV, radio and CD player.
A second lounge with an open log fire, TV, video and DVD can be used as a sitting or children's room.
A wood-panelled den with Bar Billiards and piano leads to the large conservatory overlooking the rear garden and ponds. The conservatory is furnished as a room to relax in or can be used for Breakfast or Dining. For winter use there is a wood burning stove. Steps outside lead to a raised patio overlooking the first of the duck ponds and extensive rear garden.
The large slate flag floored traditional farmhouse kitchen has a door to the garden, modern gas Rangemaster with electric ovens, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and food processor. The fully fitted furniture has plenty of storage and cupboard space. A peninsula unit divides the kitchen from the eating area which has a large dining table with seating for twelve, Welsh dresser, high chair and TV.
Adjacent is a laundry/drying room with Butler sink, two washing machines, tumble dryer, airing line and ironing board.
Studio Flat: A ground floor studio apartment with small self contained kitchen area (microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster), TV/DVD, table, chairs and 4ft 6in double bed with en suite shower-room. It has views over the duck pond and orchard with a door to the patio; also access from the conservatory. Suitable for partially disabled.
A large shower room fitted with power shower, WC and wash basin leads off the hallway.
Upstairs: the landing has an original Victorian curved top stained glass window with views over the countryside and a large airing cupboard with hot water storage.
The luxury master double bedroom has two 3ft beds that can either be clipped together to form a king-sized bed or separated to form twin beds. The room — with views over the front gardens — has quality traditional furniture, en-suite bathroom with power shower over bath, basin and WC. Ample room for travel cot — provided.
The second luxury bedroom (5ft bed) has dual aspect views over the large front garden. A luxury shower room with double sized shower, basin and WC can either be en-suite or used for the other bedrooms.
The third and fourth double bedrooms have twin 3ft beds and fitted furniture with views over the garden.
Bedroom five has full size twin bunk beds with courtyard views.
Bedroom six is a double bedroom with 4ft 6in bed, fitted furniture and vanity basin. The main bathroom has a bath with power shower over, basin and WC. All bathrooms have large illuminated mirrors, heated towel rails and shaver points. Bedrooms have ample wardrobes, chests of drawers, etc.
All the beds have duvets and bed linen is included in the let price. Towels can be hired. Well behaved dogs are accepted. Underfloor heating is in all major downstairs rooms. Electricity, gas, oil central heating and telephone for incoming and local calls are included in the price.
Logs for the woodburners are included as a starter pack, October to March and additional bags can be purchased at the local petrol stations. There is a £100 security deposit.
The free Broadband internet connection is via a RJ45 network socket (no Wi-Fi available).
Outside: the large enclosed private front garden of 1 acre has private parking for 6 cars, with additional parking by the stable block. Patio and garden furniture. There are further grounds with barbeques and ponds with chickens and ducks.
Dartmouth Golf & Country Club membership with leisure facilities, 25% discount on green fees and day membership, 4 miles from Buckland.
- Sleeps 14 in 7 bedrooms
- Changeover day is Saturday
- Smoking allowed
- Pets Welcome
Where to Visit from Buckland House
Salcombe harbour and Kingsbridge estuary
East Portlemouth and Salcombe straddle the narrow inlet from the sea that leads into Salcombe harbour. East Portlemouth has it's sandy beaches with a ferry service which takes visitors to and from Salcombe.
This is an area very popular with yachtsmen and dingy sailors alike as the harbour here is both wide and sheltered. The excellent sailing facilities enable all those visiting to appreciate this unique situation.
Events of interest to yachtsmen are the Salcombe Yacht Club Regatta and the Salcombe Town Regatta.
The Island Cruising Club (ICC), based in Salcombe, has over 60 years experience of RYA yacht courses and yachting training.
Nearby is Overbecks Museum and Gardens at Sharpitor, a beautiful National Trust property within a 6 acre plot having an astonishing range of exotic trees, shrubs and plants. The gardens enjoy a wonderful view over the sea cliffs and into the estuary.
In Summer, cruise the Estuary from Kingsbridge to Salcombe with the Rivermaid. Creeks Cruises are available that meander up some of the tranquil waterways which can include Frogmore, South Pool, Waterhead, Batson, Collapit or Blanksmill Creeks.
Cruising the length of the Salcombe estuary, crossing the Bar and cruising a little way out along the coast, either in around Starehole Bay and Bolt Head or eastwards towards Prawle Point, the most southerly part of Devon. Heading East towards Prawle Point takes you past the delightful beaches of Gara, Moor Sands, and Elender Cove.
Off Salcombe is the wreck of a Bronze Age ship, one of only three known in Britain. Discovered in May 2009, it has been dated to 900 B.C. The cargo included hundreds of copper and tin ingots, a bronze sword, a number of bronze axheads and several golden bracelets, called torques.
In the same area another Bronze Age shipwreck was found in 2006 which held even rarer treasures. These included an eight-stranded braided-wire torque, two rolled-up ribbon torques and part of a twisted bar torque, which date to between 1300 and 1100 B.C. Once worn as a bracelet, the braided-wire torque is incredibly rare and is probably French in origin.
More recently, the Salcombe Cannon Wreck is of a 17th century ship that contained 400 Moroccan gold coins and Dutch items.
Some recent comments from our guests —
"We have just returned from a wonderful week at Buckland House. A beautiful homely property with plenty of space for our party of 12. Beautiful grounds, so quiet and fairly near to beach and lovely Dartmouth worth a visit. Will return."
Holidaymaker on April 2012"This was our second visit to Buckland House (hopefully not our last) such a lovely, atmospheric house. Would love to make Christmas there one year perhaps! Lots of space for large families with an amazing kitchen, holding every utensil needed."
Mrs.K.Davenport on 8th Aug 2011"The house was exceptionally well equipped and the location excellent. All our party agreed that they would be happy to go back there again."
J Dyson on 26th Apr 2011"Lovely, light-filled house with more than ample space for a large party. Although the house is in a beautiful coastal area, it is not within easy walking distance of the sea - the walk back from Slapton Sands to the house, in particular, is a long uphill schlep that I wouldn't fancy undertaking with younger children."
S Chapman on 1st Mar 2011"We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Buckland House. The house is very spacious and the grounds substantial. Everyone commented on what good night's sleep they were getting. Plenty of bathrooms and hot water and excellent showers. The locality is very rural and journey times took longer as a result. Fabulous surrounding coastline and riverbanks to explore. Thanks we'll certainly remember this holiday."
Mr R King on 1st Nov 2010"Beautiful roomy house excellent for a family holiday, very well equipped with nothing forgotten. Grounds very private and well maintained. Excellent ocation and wonderful surrounding country all matching description in brochure."
P Garner on 5th Jul 2010"The house is really fantastic, ideal for a number of families sharing. Lots of space, good sized rooms - we had a really good time. On the downside there are two ponds in the back garden which are very deep and not fenced in so we kept out two children in the front garden which is very large."
Mr T Pass on 16th Aug 2009"This fabulous house was the ideal place for a family holiday with children. Its numerous rooms and incredible grounds enabled us all to relax in a safe and comfortable environment. The duck pond was a huge hit with the kids and we wouldn't hesitate to return!"
Mrs N Kay on 25th May 2009"Buckland House was perfect for our requirements - a relaxing week in a large house off the beaten track. It was an effort to leave the house, other than to collect our daily papers from nearby Slapton and Torcross. Our party of seven people and two dogs meant we had plenty of room. The ground-floor annexe was a boon for an elderly member of the group. The gardens were glorious; it was heavenly to sit in the enormous conservatory reading papers, chatting, watching the ducks, and enjoying the views."
Jane Burrell on 30th May 2008
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