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# Rural Retreat Near The Sea

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 Rural Retreat Near The Sea provides amenities, such as a garden and laundry facilities. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

## Reviews

10

Exceptional

### Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroom431 sq ft

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
- Parking available

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## About this property

### Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

### Rural Retreat Near The Sea

Relax with the whole family. 7 Moor Farm Cottages, is a pretty, tastefully presented two bedroom cottage surrounded by scenic countryside with far reaching views. There is a lovely communal garden behind the cottages, providing plenty of space for children to play and adults to relax. Stunning scenic walks are in easy reach including the South West Coast Path. The Gara Rock Hotel and spa is close by, for delicious meals with amazing views, and a spa to really treat yourself.  
  
Front door leads into hall with coat hooks and boot box,  
Door to kitchen, induction hob and electric oven, microwave, slimline dishwasher, fridge with ice box, washer-dryer, Nespresso coffee machine.  
Living area with dining table with seating for 4, electric log burner effect heater, SMART TV, window seat, three seater sofa and armchair. Bluetooth DAB radio  
  
From hall-Half turn stairs to first floor:  
Bedroom 1 with 4’6 Double Bed  
Bedroom 2 with 2’6’’ single bed, with 2’6’’ pull out trundle bed (this room is cosy so best suited to 2 children if using both beds).  
Bathroom with shower over bath, WC, basin, shaver socket, heated towel rail.  
  
Communal garden to the rear. Bistro table and chairs are available (stored inside the hallway) .  
  
PLEASE NOTE THE AREA BY THE STONE GARAGE ON THE OTHER SIDE OF THE PARKING AREA IS NOT FOR GUEST USE. Moor Farm Cottages, is a pretty, tastefully presented two bedroom cottage surrounded by scenic countryside with far reaching views. There is a lovely communal garden behind the cottages, providing plenty of space for children to play and adults to relax. Stunning scenic walks are in easy reach including the South West Coast Path. The Gara Rock Hotel and spa is close by, for delicious meals with amazing views, and a spa to really treat yourself.  
  
The village of Prawle is one mile away, with a shop, pub and café, and East Portlemouth, just over a mile in the other direction has sandy beaches, a café and the foot ferry to the popular sailing town of Salcombe. The towns of Kingsbridge and Dartmouth and Totnes are just a picturesque drive away, as are the popular seaside villages of Beesands, ten minutes away, and Torcross, situated on Slapton Sands just fifteen minutes away. With lots on offer at this gorgeous cottage and the surrounding area, you are sure to want to return.  
  
East Portlemouth is located on the opposite side of the Salcombe Estuary to Salcombe itself. Take a short trip across on the passenger ferry or drive through Kingsbridge to get there by road. So please be aware that although Moor Farm Cottages are a Salcombe postcode, they are not in Salcombe itself.  
  
Moor Farm Cottages are a couple of miles from the village of East Portlemouth and just a mile from East Prawle where the Pig\`s Nose Inn is located.  
  
For more places to visit and things to do, the property manual has our favourites.  
  
There is free parking at Moor Farm for one car and caravans are not permitted.  
THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING BOND  
As per our listing details, we operate using a Good Housekeeping Bond and whilst we do not take a physical deposit, we have up to 14 days after departure to charge for any additional cleaning or damages caused during your stay and not reported. We understand that accidents can happen so please let us know if you have anything to report before your departure. Thank you  
  
\- Parties are strictly prohibited this is a quiet residential area not suitable for events   
\- Extra guests are not allowed unless previously authorised   
\- Smoking is strictly prohibited inside the property  
\- We do not allow the use of candles ethanol burners or any other naked flame items. This is a safety precaution to help us prevent a fire starting in the home   
\- Respect for neighbours is highly appreciated. Please keep the noise down especially after 10pm   
\- It is not permitted to charge electric vehicles using the property\`s electricity supply.

## Property amenities

### Internet

- Available in the house: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Car recommended
- Parking on site

### Kitchen

- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster

### Dining

- Dining table

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided

### Bathroom

- 1 bathroom
- Hair dryer
- Towels provided

### Living spaces

- Dining table
- Living room

### Entertainment

- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Garden

### Laundry

- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine

### Work spaces

- Desk

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- No pets allowed

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- Iron/ironing board

### Location highlights

- In a rural location

### Things to do

- Birdwatching nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Wildlife walks nearby

### Safety features

- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- Fire extinguisher

### General

- Garden
- Unit size: 431 square feet

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

Minimum check-in age - 18 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

### Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Rules

THE GOOD HOUSEKEEPING BOND As per our listing details, we operate using a Good Housekeeping Bond and whilst we do not take a physical deposit, we have

### Pets

Pets not allowed

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Events

No events allowed 

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

## Important information

### You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy

Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges 

Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed

On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited

Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property 

Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property 

Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher 

This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation 

If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

### We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

### Property is also known as

263996

## About the area

Located in Salcombe, this holiday home is in a rural area. Start Point Lighthouse and Historic Salcombe are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Quayside Leisure Centre and Slapton Ley Field Centre. Sea N Shore and Salcombe Maritime Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby power boating, or enjoy the great outdoors with horse riding. [Visit our Salcombe travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Salcombe.dx4770)

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Salcombe, England

### What's nearby

- ![Challaborough Bay and Burgh Island Devon England](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248635975748660/ffe94101-4eed-4991-adca-78fa96d68c64.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
South Devon  
1 min walk \- 0.0 miles
- Small's Cove  
11 min walk \- 0.6 miles
- South West Coast Path Section 39 Trailhead  
12 min walk \- 0.6 miles
- Mill Bay  
14 min walk \- 0.8 miles
- Sunny Cove  
8 min drive \- 1.1 miles

### Getting around

- Totnes Station  
39 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)  
99 min drive

### Restaurants

- Costa Coffee  
20 min drive
- The Crabshell Inn  
19 min drive
- The Old Warehouse  
20 min drive
- Pizza Planet  
20 min drive
- Salcombe Tap House  
28 min drive

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## Rural Retreat Near The Sea Reviews

## Reviews

### Exceptional

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## Reviews

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### 10/10 Excellent

#### Gary L.

24 Aug 2025

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quiet spot with stunning views

##### Gary L.

Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

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