Guests say
South Wing offers a charming and comfortable stay in a picturesque Devon location, ideal for exploring local towns and beaches. Guests appreciate the property's character, spaciousness, and cleanliness, with several noting the comfortable beds and modern bathrooms. While some guests encountered issues, the positive aspects like the property's tranquility and privacy on a working farm are highlighted.
The majority of guests found the property to be spotlessly clean, particularly the bathrooms and bedrooms. However, some guests reported finding dirty kitchen equipment and a soiled nappy, which suggests occasional oversights in cleaning.
The property is praised for its excellent location, convenient for visiting nearby towns, villages, and beaches. The serene farm setting adds to the appeal, although some guests were disturbed by barking dogs.
Guests generally found the property very comfortable, with special mentions of the comfortable beds and leather sofas. Some concerns were raised about the lack of heating at times and the need for additional seating in the lounge.
While the property is appreciated for its character and essential amenities, guests reported issues with the electrical hob, lack of enclosed space for pets, and challenges with the Rayburn and induction hob. Some also suggested improvements in kitchen equipment and preparation space.
There are mixed comments regarding thoughtfulness. Some guests were pleased with the provision of fruit, potatoes, and eggs, while others missed a welcome pack and additional amenities like games or books for rainy days. As gifts are not consistently mentioned, a score cannot be accurately provided.
About this property
South Wing is a characterful holiday home, just a short drive from the small chocolate box village of Sherford which is found close to the town of Kingsbridge. The beaches of Torcross, Bantham, Bigbury and Slapton are all within an easy drive whilst the accommodation itself is situated on a working farm.
This property, which sleeps up to six, is a part of a traditional Devon farmhouse which, in areas, dates back to the twelfth century and is ideally suited to young families or walking couples whom want to explore the beautiful coast and the surrounding countryside.
South Wing has a newly refurbished kitchen area with a Rayburn Range cooker, two ring hob, electric oven, fridge-freezer, washer/dryer and a microwave. There is attractive slate flooring throughout the kitchen area and an oak window seat. The dining area is furnished with a large wooden table to seat six comfortably whilst a set of stairs lead up to a cloakroom with w.c. and basin, and onto the bedrooms and bathrooms on the first floor.
The sitting room has characterful restored oak panelling lining the walls, two Chesterfield sofas, a TV with Sky Q and a wood-burning stove. There are three bedrooms in total; the first being a double with an en-suite bathroom featuring an electric shower, wash-hand basin, w.c. and heated towel rail whilst the second is a king and the third is a twin, ideally suited for children. In addition, there is a spacious family bathroom with bath, shower, w.c., basin, heated towel rail.
To the front of this accommodation is a small area furnished with a garden table and chairs where you can enjoy an al-fresco meal in the summer months. There is ample parking for at least two cars on the private driveway.
Sherford is a small, idyllic village, parish and former manor in Devon, situated just three miles from the market town of Kingsbridge and a 10-minute drive from Start Bay and the breathtaking mile-long beach at Slapton Sands. The neighbouring village of Frogmore is just one mile away, with a fantastic bakery, traditional pub and beautiful creekside walking routes.
Accommodation
Three bedrooms: 2 x double (one with
an en-suite), 1x twin.
Fully tiled family
shower room.
Refurbished kitchen/dining
room.
Sitting room.
Garden.
Ample off-road
parking.
Central heating rads.
Fridge /freezer, washer/dryer, oven 1 x Rayburn and 1 x integrated
lamona, hob, dishwasher, microwave, toaster, kettle.
TV, Sky Q box.
Wifi available.
Parking for 2 cars.
Small terrace with table and chairs.
Bed linen and towels supplied.
Strictly No Smoking
Nearby points of interest
- South Sands Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- Bantham Beach
- Dartmouth Castle
- Golden Hinde
Reviews (28)
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Louise
However, first impressions of the property on entering was that it was very damp. Also, on reading the information manual, we discovered that there were additional restrictions for dogs that were not communicated at the time of booking. Dogs were not allowed on the furniture and were not to be left alone in the property at any time, which we fully respected. However, dogs were also only allowed in the kitchen and living room which resulted in spending the week sleeping downstairs on a very uncomfortable sofa. Our dogs are used to sleeping in their beds in our bedroom therefore leaving them downstairs alone was not an option for us. If we had known about these additional restrictions at time of booking we would have cancelled. Further to this every night dogs were barking through the night and into the early hours of the morning. We believe they were either roaming the propery or located in the stables directly behind the annex. Our last evening they were barking from around 11pm to around 3am which as we were up early the next morning for a 9 hour drive back home was really frustrating. We appreciate that we were staying on a working farm so expected to hear animal noises but it was more like sleeping in Battersea Dogs Home. The beds were extremely uncomfortable which did not allow for a restful night either. We believe the advert for the property needs to be updated to include the additional dog restrictions and also that it is likely dogs will be barking during the night.
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Lisa
Property is quaint but cold making our stay difficult hence we left early. Tried heating with open fire which cost quite a bit more. Owner advised heating comes on from 5pm till the morning but this wasnât sufficient given the weather. Needs more creature comfortâs, exterior of whole property sadly pretty rundown
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Daniel
The owner left us alone and South Wing is a large and comfortable place to stay.