Property description
LOCATION Torcross is a pretty South Devon village nestled alongside Slapton Sands beach and the protected nature reserve of Slapton Ley which is a truly unique location in the South Hams. Situated on the South Devon Coast path it is an area of outstanding natural beauty with much of the coast line being owned by the National Trust. Located in an enviable position with the surrounding countryside and beaches being some of the best Devon has to offer. The village has its own shop/post office, butchers, and well-known public house, The Start Bay Inn. Placed almost equidistant between both Kingsbridge and Dartmouth, and each boasting an extensive range of amenities, including independent boutique shops, gourmet restaurants, cafes & bars not to mention the highly regarded farmers markets; Dartmouth is also the home to the Britannia Royal Naval College and is considered a jewel of the South Hams.
DESCRIPTION This historic building once the Torcross Hotel, with many accounts dating back over 100 years, was known as 'the place to be' in the Victorian era when it came to secluded beach side holidays; is again holding its own when it comes to relaxing and enjoying uninterrupted sea views over the stunning pebble beach of Slapton sands. Entering the building is akin to the feeling held by that of a sophisticated hotel; peace and tranquillity ensue, as the hallways and staircases guide you up to the first floor passing through wonderfully preserved communal parts. Stepping on into the apartment, an angled entrance hall temps doorways lead to the main living space which consists of kitchen, dining and living room, with breathtaking views out of the double French style doors across the large wrap-around balcony to the sea beyond; alongside to the right is the main bedroom again with terrace access, beside which is the shower room then the second bedroom. The building has private parking of which No 8 enjoys exclusive use of an allocated space.
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