1 Orchard Cottages

4.8★

6 Guests
3 Bedrooms
5 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

45 Customer Review(s)

Karen
September 2024

“We have stayed here several times and this beautiful home never disappoints.”

Great location and parking, everything and more that you need to just relax and enjoy your holiday.

Great location and parking, everything and more that you need to just relax and enjoy your holiday.

- Karen, September 2024

Thank you Karen for lovely feedback and hopefully we can welcome you back next year. Property Owner
Jane September 2024

“We loved the holiday cottage, it was so spacious, spotlessly clean, comfy bed, great showers.”

We particularly loved the location right in the centre of Salcombe. Cosy fire. Would highly recommend. Great choice of board games. Salcombe is beautiful stunning beaches x Clive and Jackie, the owner's thought of everything x

- Jane, September 2024

Thank you for lovely feedback, so glad you enjoyed Salcombe and the cottage . Property Owner
Thomas August 2024

“We’ve been coming to Salcombe each year for nearly 40 years and 1 Orchard Cottages had everything we needed and more.”

We had a pleasant welcome visit from owners Clive and Jackie who were also able to quickly resolve a couple of minor issues, plus they gave us a nice bottle of bubbly, which was a lovely touch. The rooms were spacious, and beds were very comfy. The outside space was also a perfect sun trap all day, right up until after 7pm. I’m already missing my morning coffee on the balcony overlooking Island Street. A perfect all round property for our small family. We’d love to return next year but sadly it’s currently not yet available. Please let us know if we can book!

- Thomas, August 2024

That is a lovely review , thank you very much & cottage open for rebooking now for next year. Property Owner
Paula August 2024

“This is the second time we have stayed in this property and it didn't disappoint again.”

It is such an amazing place. We love it.

- Paula, August 2024

So pleased you do ! Property Owner
Clare June 2024

“Such a lovely house.”

A great location. We had everything we needed and more. Comfortable furniture and a great outdoor space. We were lucky with the weather. Bumped into the owner a couple of times during the week. Very attentive and pleasant. Came to check everything was ok which was really appreciated. We would love to return again next year.

- Clare, June 2024
Kirsty June 2024

“Amazing property, the photos don't do it justice.”

The cottage is spacious and well equipped, awesome location and amazing outdoor space which was a perfect sun trap in the afternoons. Would definitely recommend

- Kirsty, June 2024
Lesley May 2024

“This is our second time - lovely house, well equipped & in a great location.”

Ideal with the dogs and mixed family group. Would definitely book again

- Lesley, May 2024
Jane April 2024

“Our second year in this fabulous property which has everything anyone could need when on holiday.”

2 parking spaces is a real plus point for Salcombe and accessibility to shops/restaurants and the Co-op exceptional. Every bedroom with its own en-suite is also a big positive.

- Jane, April 2024

Thank you - we re very pleased you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner
Jane October 2023

“Everything about the property was wonderful.”

Only thing that could have I.proved our stay was to have been able to park both cars in the parking area.

- Jane, October 2023

I m sorry thought there was a problem with that because there is plenty of parking for 2 cars . We only reserve a space behind the fence by the dustbin for ourselves for when we may need it otherwise we are very happy for 2 cars (& occasionally 3) to park there. The property is advertised as having 2 parking spaces. Always best though to back in as makes going out so much easier! Property Owner
Jeanne August 2023

“No 1 Orchard Cottages is comfortable, stylish and well-equipped.”

It is well-situated being a level walk to the Co-op and all the facilities in Salcombe. What it lacks in a view, though pleasant enough, is compensated by the delightful courtyard. It was a luxury to have three en-suite shower rooms, an upstairs bathroom and a downstairs shower room! Also, the owner kindly left a bottle of bubbly which put us straight into holiday mood and was very helpful over the calor gas - thank you! We would book again next year but there are likely to be too many of us.

- Jeanne, August 2023
Gillian July 2023

“Fabulous house, perfect for large families.”

We had a wonderful week in Salcombe staying in this beautiful property. Ideal for larger families with young adult children as there is plenty of space for people to do their own thing as well as coming together. The only slight negative was no kerbside recycling and the lack of ability to self recycle anything other than glass and paper but this is probably a council thing - we didn't see many recycling points in the town either. The house's outside spaces are perfectly positioned to capture the sun - we were lucky with the weather!

- Gillian, July 2023

Yes I m afraid the commercial waste contract that we have does not give any options for recycling. There is a bottle bank near end the creek carpark but that is it. But so glad the you liked the actual cottage. Property Owner
Tracey May 2023

“We’ve been coming to Salcombe for over 35 years and this property was by far the best we’ve ever stayed in.”

The house was immaculate, spotless, plenty of room and bathrooms for us all, a great patio and terrace area that was a real sun trap. And two parking spaces ( a rarity in salcombe). We had all the amenities that we needed and everything was top quality. Clive left us a lovely bottle of fizzy on our arrival and checked with us a couple of times whilst we were there to ensure we had everything we needed. We will definitely book this house again. It was perfect. Thank you so much

- Tracey, May 2023
Nick April 2023

“Excellent cottage with spacious accommodation and all the facilities that were needed.”

En suites in every bedroom. Great location and wonderful patio area to sit outside

- Nick, April 2023
Jane April 2023

“A fabulous property-we’ve stayed in a number of properties in Salcombe over 30 odd years and this has to be one of the best.”

Great downstairs space, lots of bathrooms, generous sized bath, and everything you need in the kitchen. We were very impressed with the wine fridge too!! Owners were lovely and very accommodating- thank you Clive and Jacky. We will definitely be back xx

- Jane, April 2023
Jan 2023

“Thank you again for a lovely stay in this beautiful house.”

Everything you need and more. We love Salcombe and visit at least 2 or 3 times a year and we think this is one of the best houses. Lovely Owners. Great walks, Batson Creek, North Sands, South Sands, always something new and different to see.

- , Jan 2023
Karen October 2022

“Bathrooms need attention, grouting etc.”

The information pack was useless, we left a brochure on Salcombe in the pack for future holiday makers. WiFi did not work for a couple of days and more instruction on how to use the fireplace remote control would have been helpful.

- Karen, October 2022

I m very sorry you were unhappy with our property. We , unfortunately, were away for a few days while you had issues with the Wi-Fi and remotes for the fires as we are usually around to help with these things. I can’t explain the lack of Wi-Fi but the remotes can be tricky - we will review our instructions. I also presume you mean an information pack regarding Salcombe. Kind regards Property Owner
Sarah October 2022

“The owners kindly allowed us to stay with our two dogs and we had a great week at this holiday home.”

The location was fantastic, so close to shops and pubs etc and no slog back uphill after being in town like many other holiday properties in Salcombe. It was so spacious too - bigger than we had realised from the listing pictures. Everything we needed was provided, really well equipped. Can't really fault this property and look forward to coming again hopefully!

- Sarah, October 2022
Karen September 2022

“Our second stay at 1 Orchard Cottages.”

This is such a lovely house and has a very nice feel about it. Spacious, comfortable and really well looked after. You want for nothing here and the property is in a fantastic position, great parking and a lovely outside space to enjoy. The owners are very welcoming too. We look forward to staying again.

- Karen, September 2022
Jayne August 2022

“2nd year here and we love it !”

! Already booked for next year !!

- Jayne, August 2022
Maryann June 2022

“The house was perfect for our family, we had a wonderful time and would definitely go back.”

A lovely selection box of goodies and a bottle of fizz which was delicious.

- Maryann, June 2022
Lesley May 2022

“A great property with good space, facilities and location.”

A really good option for a family, well equipped, comfortable, light and airy. Would definitely book again

- Lesley, May 2022
Jaye May 2022

“Orchard Cottage is a wonderful cottage renovated to an excellent standard in a stunning location.”

As a group of 4 friends we all thought it was perfect. The owner came and said hello, which we've never had before, andwas a lovely gesture. The outdoor terraces are fantastic and a real suntrap, unfortunately the weather wasn't kind enough for us to use the BBQ which was our only disappointment!

- Jaye, May 2022

So pleased you enjoyed the cottage and we look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Danny February 2022

“Once again, this property was perfect for us.”

It is the best holiday home in Salcombe and it will exceed the expectations of anyone staying here. The owners are lovely and couldn't have been more helpful to us during our stay. We will look forward to returning soon.

- Danny, February 2022

Thank you for lovely feedback, We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Property Owner
Carol December 2021

“This was our second visit to 1 Orchard Cottages, and it was lovely that it was decorated for Christmas.”

Everything was perfect, extremely clean, comfortable and cosy in the evenings. We enjoyed having the extra space and the outdoor area was great for the dog. Lovely homely cottage that we will certainly visit again.

- Carol, December 2021
Ken October 2021

“The property itself was truly excellent, unfortunately the instructions on how to use the TV/Video were impenetrable, the sitting room table lamps were also something of a conundrum.”

Parking in Salcombe is currently a nightmare, so it was very handy to have our own parking space, but getting a big SUV into it was somewhat testing, reversing was definitely the answer. Somebody came in to change some batteries during our stay, it would have been nice had we be warned in advance, that said it might have been nice had Sykes made some face to face contact at some point during our stay..

- Ken, October 2021

Us owners were away but had been made aware that you were having problems so arranged for batteries to be changed and TV s to be checked to help with your stay. Backing into our parking area is THE best way although agree it does take a couple of manoeuvres but once in usually cars tend not to be needed again for holiday Property Owner
Margaret September 2021

“Television and gas fire in the snug room did not work.”

gas fire in lounge area did not work. both of the ovens dirty and cobwebs on light shades over dining table and skylights in the kitchen.

- Margaret, September 2021

Thank you for your feedback on your recent stay. We’re sorry to hear that there were a couple of cleanliness issues upon your arrival and please be assured that these have been passed onto the housekeeping team for their attention going forward. It’s a shame we weren’t made aware of these maintenance issues at the time as we would have been able to assist you; we have attended since your review and found both items to be functional. Property Owner
Barbara September 2021

“Property was great and in a fantastic location.”

A little more attention to cleaning would have given the rating of exceeded expectations. Microwave was not very clean shower had some mould and cobwebs were missed. These are just minor issues but a bit disappointing. Overall a good stay.

- Barbara, September 2021
Nichola September 2021

“We stayed at this accommodation last year and was excellent, this year standards ...”

We stayed at this accommodation last year and was excellent, this year standards have really dropped, cleanliness very poor, had various issues, that were dealt with when I phoned but should not have happened in the first place, all in all a disappointing second stay and will not be returning to orchard cottage if standards are not improved, as for the price we are charged we would expect better

- Nichola, September 2021
Danny August 2021

“Stayed in 1 orchard cottage a few times now and the property is exceptional.”

Owners visited us twice to check everything was ok and gave us a nice bottle of bubbly to welcome us! We will be back.

- Danny, August 2021
Alex July 2021

“The house was immaculately presented, with little touches in every area, even down to the pictures on the walls, that made this the perfect stay.”

Loads of space for everyone, five bathrooms for five people and showers that were wonderfully cleansing and refreshing. A safe garden for our small dog to sniff around and play in topped it all off. A beautiful property, but sadly it has now been priced out of our range or we would have jumped at the chance to book again for next year.

- Alex, July 2021
Dennese June 2021

“A wonderful holiday in perfect accommodation.”

Great location and facilities.

- Dennese, June 2021
Matthew June 2021

“The property was excellent.”

The downstairs loo didn’t flush easily and the kitchen knives could do with a sharpen. Apart from those two minor gripes it would be hard to improve. Would certainly book it again.

- Matthew, June 2021

Many thanks for taking the time to leave your feedback. We are thrilled you loved the property. The matters you have mentioned, we have passed onto the owner, who will sharpen the knives and look into the toilet situation. We do hope we can welcome you back to the area soon. Property Owner
Karen May 2021

“Always had good service and support both on the telephone and from the local office.”

- Karen, May 2021
Susan May 2021

“Understated luxury in a fabulous location .”

- Susan, May 2021
Leigh September 2020

“Great cottage, pictures dint do it justice, only issue was a broken shower tap ...”

Great cottage, pictures dint do it justice, only issue was a broken shower tap which was rectified the next day after reporting

- Leigh, September 2020
Louise August 2020

“This holiday was fantastic the cottage was everything we expected, Have looked for next year and unfortunately the price doubles therefore it would not be a cottage we would entertain at that price.”

The damp in the upstairs bedroom needs attention and the kitchen equipment and a tumble dryer all needs improving for a charge of over 3k however that is feedback as a customer looking for a repeat booking. For this holiday this year and the price we paid it was great and we were very happy.

- Louise, August 2020

We are so pleased to read you enjoyed your stay at 1 Orchard Cottages however we were concerned to read that the price has doubled for 2021. We have had a look over the pricing and the same week in 2021 is currently around 5% more than 2020's price however, this is changeable depending on the time of year you wish to visit. The owners have let us know they will be inspecting the property and rectifying any issues and replacing any equipment as needed. We hope to see you in Salcombe again soon. Property Owner
Sarah July 2020

“I guess it is a little more expensive than other 3 bedroom rentals, but 1 Orchard Cottages was even better than expected.”

Extremely spacious and airy property, well maintained and equipped despite COVID-19 restrictions. Best outdoor space of any Salcombe property we’ve stayed in over 5 years. Island Street can be noisy at night during peak season, but this location is excellent.

- Sarah, July 2020
Christina December 2019

“We really loved the house, perfectly equipped, great layout and a great location.”

Would definitely return. Thank you

- Christina, December 2019
Shelia December 2019

“We stay in salcombe frequently.”

.and I must say this is the best house we have stayed in..really missed it when we left..actually it was more spacious than advertised...we always try to choose a house with parking this was advertised for 2 slight discrepancy when we arrived with the office..but there wasnt a problem and we both parked with no problem..would definitely recommend it.

- Shelia, December 2019
F October 2019

“Despite seven days of rain we had an excellent holiday.”

The house is large and well designed. There are five bathrooms all of which are in lovely condition.The beds are very comfortable and storage is very good.Parking in Salcombe is difficult so the fact that two large parking spaces are provided is a great bonus. The outside area in good weather would be another bonus. I would recommend this lovely house to anyone.

- F, October 2019
Roger September 2019

“The cottage was well situated and very comfortable.”

The car parking was an added bonus.

- Roger, September 2019
Fiona August 2019

“The house was great, good location and facilities.”

The book in the house could have been a little more helpful, very limited information, for example about recycling/ disposing of rubbish information

- Fiona, August 2019
H July 2019

“The property was fantastic in every way, we couldn’t have asked for anything more.”

- H, July 2019
Robert June 2019

“The cottage is actually much better with more room and facilities than on the description or photos.”

We were not expecting that. The cleaning could have been better with long term bird droppings on the upstairs french doors and dust where maybe there shouldn’t be but it didn’t detract from an enjoyable experience by all. There was a small mix up with keys not being available which could have been handled better but overall we are very pleased with everything. It is a great house in a fine position.

- Robert, June 2019
Simon April 2019

“One of the best places we've stayed in Salcombe.”

Great house with excellent fixtures and fittings, really close to town but quiet and sunny

- Simon, April 2019

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x super king and 2 x king-size with en-suites with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Family bathroom with bath, hand held shower, basin and WC
Downstairs shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room with ornamental gas fire
Snug
Storage room.
Gas fire
Dishwasher, gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and TV
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Off-road parking suitable for one car
Enclosed rear and front garden with furniture
Strictly No smoking
Shop and pub within a 1-minute walk
One well behaved dog allowed
There is no access to Electric Car Charging Point at the property, however it is possible to charge an electric car from within the property for an additional fee of £30 per week, please enquire at the point of booking.

The property

This semi-detached property is situated in a central position in the popular sailing town of Salcombe, just a short walk from a variety of boutique shops, pubs and restaurants.

Throughout this property, the interior design has been complete to a good standard, with hints of nautical décor, providing the ideal base for a family seaside break.

The ground floor plays host to a contemporary, open plan sitting room.

At the other end of this room is a sociable dining space, with a large table and seating for up to 10 guests.

Prepare your home-cooked meals within the well-equipped kitchen, housing all the necessities you will require during your stay.

On the first floor are three well-presented bedrooms, including a master with a super King-size bed, plus two double rooms with king-size beds.

Each of these bedrooms boasts an en-suite with a walk-in shower, basin and WC.

Doors from the kitchen and living rooms lead to a spacious tiered terrace, complete with furniture, perfect for al fresco dining.

The central location of the property makes it a perfect base for a family or group looking to enjoy South Devon’s stunning coastline; visit one of several sandy beaches around Salcombe, including South Sands, North Sands and East Portlemouth, where you can simply relax or try watersports such as paddleboarding.

For those looking to explore the area on foot, the South West Coast Path from Salcombe encompasses stunning scenery, and there are a number of National Trust properties nearby including Overbeck’s house and gardens.

Just a short drive away is the market town of Kingsbridge, which has a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, as well as the Kingsbridge Estuary.

1 Orchard Cottage is a delightful, family holiday home, in an enviable position for exploring all that Salcombe has to offer.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

SALCOMBE

Kingsbridge 7 miles; Dartmouth 21 miles; Plymouth 24 miles; Paignton 26 miles.

Salcombe is a popular destination for walkers and families looking for a holiday by the sea and was once a major port. There are two pretty beaches within a short distance, North Sands and South Sands and further on is the National Trust property Overbeck’s where you can wander through the subtropical gardens. Why not have a more adventurous day and try out the watersports available on the estuary including surfing, kayaking or a more leisurely boat trip? Whilst staying in Salcombe you must take advantage of the locally sourced seafood which is served in many of the restaurants, pubs, cafés and delicatessens. The southern tip of Devon provides some spectacular scenery and picturesque vistas with a number of sandy beaches, lovely villages with thatched cottages and some fantastic opportunities for walking, including the South West Coast path.

Strictly No Smoking

There is no access to Electric Car Charging Point at the property, however it is possible to charge an electric car from within the property for an additional fee of £30 per week, please enquire at the point of booking.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We have stayed here several times and this beautiful home never disappoints.”

“We loved the holiday cottage, it was so spacious, spotlessly clean, comfy bed, great showers.”

“We’ve been coming to Salcombe each year for nearly 40 years and 1 Orchard Cottages had everything we needed and more.”

“This is the second time we have stayed in this property and it didn't disappoint again.”

“Such a lovely house.”

“Amazing property, the photos don't do it justice.”

“This is our second time - lovely house, well equipped & in a great location.”

“Our second year in this fabulous property which has everything anyone could need when on holiday.”

“Everything about the property was wonderful.”

“No 1 Orchard Cottages is comfortable, stylish and well-equipped.”

“Fabulous house, perfect for large families.”

“We’ve been coming to Salcombe for over 35 years and this property was by far the best we’ve ever stayed in.”

“Excellent cottage with spacious accommodation and all the facilities that were needed.”

“A fabulous property-we’ve stayed in a number of properties in Salcombe over 30 odd years and this has to be one of the best.”

“Thank you again for a lovely stay in this beautiful house.”

“Bathrooms need attention, grouting etc.”

“The owners kindly allowed us to stay with our two dogs and we had a great week at this holiday home.”

“Our second stay at 1 Orchard Cottages.”

“2nd year here and we love it !”

“The house was perfect for our family, we had a wonderful time and would definitely go back.”

“A great property with good space, facilities and location.”

“Orchard Cottage is a wonderful cottage renovated to an excellent standard in a stunning location.”

“Once again, this property was perfect for us.”

“This was our second visit to 1 Orchard Cottages, and it was lovely that it was decorated for Christmas.”

“The property itself was truly excellent, unfortunately the instructions on how to use the TV/Video were impenetrable, the sitting room table lamps were also something of a conundrum.”

“Television and gas fire in the snug room did not work.”

“Property was great and in a fantastic location.”

“We stayed at this accommodation last year and was excellent, this year standards ...”

“Stayed in 1 orchard cottage a few times now and the property is exceptional.”

“The house was immaculately presented, with little touches in every area, even down to the pictures on the walls, that made this the perfect stay.”

“A wonderful holiday in perfect accommodation.”

“The property was excellent.”

“Always had good service and support both on the telephone and from the local office.”

“Understated luxury in a fabulous location .”

“Great cottage, pictures dint do it justice, only issue was a broken shower tap ...”

“This holiday was fantastic the cottage was everything we expected, Have looked for next year and unfortunately the price doubles therefore it would not be a cottage we would entertain at that price.”

“I guess it is a little more expensive than other 3 bedroom rentals, but 1 Orchard Cottages was even better than expected.”

“We really loved the house, perfectly equipped, great layout and a great location.”

“We stay in salcombe frequently.”

“Despite seven days of rain we had an excellent holiday.”

“The cottage was well situated and very comfortable.”

“The house was great, good location and facilities.”

“The property was fantastic in every way, we couldn’t have asked for anything more.”

“The cottage is actually much better with more room and facilities than on the description or photos.”

“One of the best places we've stayed in Salcombe.”

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The property

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About the location

SALCOMBE