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3 Rooms
7 (peak)
3 (off peak)
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1 Dog
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Stairs
3 Star
Clanaborough is as delightfully Devonian as a scone with a dollop of clotted cream topped with jam. The 400-year old thatched cottage sits surrounded by rolling green South Hams countryside, four miles from beautiful sandy beaches like Bigbury. There is space for six people in three bedrooms, but the traditional layout makes it as comfortable for couples as it is for families.
There is so much to do around Clanaborough that being bored is not even a remote option! One of the best ways to enjoy the scenery is on foot, and there is a three-mile circular route that takes you through the verdant country lanes around the cottage. The hedgerows are bursting with life during every season, and a favourite pastime is to count the multitude of birds, insects and animals you can see on your walk. Alternatively, drive to Start Point lighthouse and enjoy the spectacular cliff-top scenery as you walk to Prawle Point, or hike around Bolt Head which also offers impressive sea views.
Bigbury is the nearest beach to the cottage. It is popular with families for its fine sandy beach and safe waters. Visit at low tide to walk out to Burgh Island and enjoy a pint at the Pilchard Inn. With miles of sensational coastline fringed with beautiful beaches, it is easy to discover a new one every day of your holiday. Hunt for seashells at Cowry Cove, or escape the summer crowds at Armer Cover, which feels wonderfully remote even on a sunny day in August.
Dartmoor National Park is only a few miles from Clanaborough, making this area ideal for cyclists and horse riders as well as ramblers. Dartmoor is well known by climbers for its magnificent granite tors which provide a good challenge that is rewarded by incredible views.
Devon is a fantastic holiday destination whatever the weather, and there are lots of rainy day activities to enjoy. Plymouth is a lively city with a rich naval history and great shopping, or you may prefer nearby Modbury which is more modest but utterly charming. Kingsbridge is good for food shopping, especially if you go on the first or third Saturday of the month when the farmers’ market is held in the morning, or drive to Totnes, Salcombe or Dartmouth.
One of the most appealing aspects of Devon is how it manages to squeeze so fun much into a relatively small space. There is a wealth of diverse activities to enjoy so pack your bags and enjoy it all from the comfort of Clanaborough.
Owner details:
Managed By Peter Rushton joined Independent Cottages in April 2010
Accommodation Comprises:
Clanaborough has been in the same family for one hundred years, and they are adept at welcoming guests. The cottage is full of original character including cob walls that are nearly a metre thick, low doorways and the odd creaky floorboard. It is completely authentic and absolutely wonderful. It is not possible to imagine a more perfect English country cottage than Clanaborough.
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Outside: Clanaborough's garden is great for children, being grassy, flat and enclosed. There are garden games and a barbecue to enjoy on summer evenings, and the fence is secure. There is off-street parking at the front of the cottage with space for up to four cars.
Additional Information: Clanaborough is a period property with many original features, although the cottage has an efficient heating system, every room has its own thermostat, WiFi and Freeview television channels. Utilities are included, together with a welcome supply of coal and basket of logs. No smoking.
Star Rating: 3 Star
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Sat, 28th Sep 2024 - Fri, 18th Oct 2024 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 3 |
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Fri, 20th Dec 2024 - Thu, 2nd Jan 2025 Changeover: Any Day, Min Nights: 4 |
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Note that the access roads are narrow in places. Double gate access, driving in & reversing out of the parking area is recommended.
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