Drifters

Rating
Sleeps 7
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Smoke-free
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

Mrs Day
September 2019

“Sykes failed to tell the housekeeper that we wanted two bedrooms set up as doubles rather than twins.”

This has happened to us before, in 2017 when we went to the Piggery in Bradworthy. Fortunately this time, I mentioned it myself to the housekeeper. But you need to review your communication systems - the person I spoke to at Sykes assured me she had written it down. There is a note in the kitchen stating that if the property isn't left suitably clean and tidy, holiday-makers may be liable for a charge for extra cleaning. I thought this was unfriendly and unnecessary. ...

This has happened to us before, in 2017 when we went to the Piggery in Bradworthy. Fortunately this time, I mentioned it myself to the housekeeper. But you need to review your communication systems - the person I spoke to at Sykes assured me she had written it down. There is a note in the kitchen stating that if the property isn't left suitably clean and tidy, holiday-makers may be liable for a charge for extra cleaning. I thought this was unfriendly and unnecessary. The bungalow is delightful, really well positioned with lovely views of the sea. It was beautifully clean and very well equipped. The only problem was that 3 out of 4 torches didn't work, and the door handles are all the same, knobs to twist, which are really difficult for arthritic hands. Someone had mentioned in the guest book at Drifters that their children had had the same problem. Not sure what the answer is; perhaps they could be loosened in some way.
Mr Jarvis September 2019

“This is the fourth time we have stayed at Drifters and it is always an enjoyable experience.”

Great location close to the beach with lovely walks and great sea views from the front of the property. The property is well equipped but also furnished in a practical way for families on a beach holiday. Each time we have stayed at Drifters the standard of cleanliness has always been extremely good. Every effort has been made to make our stay comfortable including a nice welcome pack on arrival.
Mrs Powley August 2019

“This is not a 5 tick rental.”

Upon arrival, it does appear clean and well presented, upon scrutiny, there was dust and cobwebs in every corner. It is150 yd’s from the nearest car park, not the beach, to which access is steep and difficult. It is suitable for 4 not 7 adults. The dining table with 2 benches and 2 metal dining chairs is incredibly uncomfortable, with a bar across the ankles for those on the ends! The lounge area seating (2 x 2 seater settees) is comfortable but insufficient. Neither the conservatory or patio doors could be properly closed or locked (we found WD40 in the garage that helped!) and the seals on conservatory windows have ‘blown’ so view is obscured. We were told underfloor heating and wall heaters were available. Not so, only underfloor in kitchen was on. Heated towel rails in bathrooms did make them both very comfy. There were 2 portable heaters, insufficient to heat the rest of the property. Both outside patios were scruffy and unkempt, as was the garden in general. Take your own sunloungers, the 2 promised in the garage turned out to be folding chairs!

The owners regret that you did not bring any of these issues to their attention during your stay. The property regularly gets 4* for cleaning so we are sorry if any areas let you down during your stay. The bench seating has now had the addition of seat pads. There is also an additional dining facility in the summer house.Locks are affected by salty air. The owners will check these on changeover and apply WD40 where necessary. The blown glass in the conservatory is shortly to be fixed.The underfloor heating is functioning and the switches are clearly marked. The Housekeeper could have turned on the central heating if this was required in August.Our gardener regularly maintains the garden.Sun loungers are not advertised at this property. The owners provide buckets spades and other beach items for guests. Thank you for highlighting some areas of concern to enable us to resolve them. Owner relations
Mrs Humbles May 2019

“Lovely cottage, very well stocked, very clean, lovely views, lovely garden.”

Would definitely stay there again and recommend to anyone thinking of staying at Bigbury.
Mrs Powder May 2019

“Had a great stay at Drifters home from home great Location and a lovely bungalow ...”

Had a great stay at Drifters home from home great Location and a lovely bungalow we all had a fantastic time then will come again
Dr Kornetzky July 2018

“The cottage was perfect, we had a great holiday.”

I found the booking and payment process a bit complicated.
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The property

150 yards up from the magnificent beach at Bigbury-on-Sea, a detached single-storey house with lovely panoramic views over Bigbury Bay and out to sea.

Inside, relaxing seaside colours and a smart contemporary feel.

Surrounding the house, a good-sized garden: at the front, catching all-day sun and stunning sunsets, two enclosed terraces (table/chairs) with gently sloping lawned area below; behind, a further small, enclosed lawned area.

Garage with utility area (washing machine, tumble drier, sink) and space for drying wetsuits/walking gear and storing your beach gear/surfboards etc.

Sloping drive up to front door and step up to porch.

Hall.

Light-filled living/dining room (TV/DVD, Bluetooth speaker), off which sunroom/conservatory (big corner sofa) with doors to 3 steps down to terrace.

Neat slate-floored kitchen (dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, electric cooker) with views to Burgh Island.

Three smart bedrooms - a double (5' bed, TV) with en suite shower-room (suite) and doors to own enclosed terrace; a twin (linkable to 6' double), and a family room with 3' bunks and single day bed.

Bathroom (suite, shower over bath).

Arrival after 4pm, departure by 11am.

Damages Deposit £250.

A good seaside spot for total relaxation. Bigbury-on-Sea: village (seasonal café) with south Devon’s biggest sandy beaches (The Venus Café, Takeaway and Surf School, seasonal beach shop), stretching to Burgh Island (The Pilchard pub; famous art deco hotel - you can walk to it at low tide, go by long-legged tractor at high; setting of Agatha Christie novels).

Good windsurfing; fine cliffs for walking and sea-bird watching.

Golf, 1 mile.

Nearest shop, 3 miles.

Kingsbridge, 10 miles; Salcombe, 15.

Floorplans

Ground Floor

Summary

One level
Three bedrooms: 1 king size double with TV, terrace and en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x twin (can convert to super king double), 1 x bunks and single day bed
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin
Hall
Sitting room with dining area
Conservatory
Kitchen.
Electric fires, night storage heating with underfloor heating
Microwave, fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for four cars
Enclosed garden
One well-behaved dog welcome, Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property, Note: Check-in time 4pm, departure before 11am.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

About the location

BIGBURY-ON-SEA

Modbury 6 miles; Plymouth 12 miles.

Bigbury-on-Sea is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is ideal for family holidays. Dusted with sand and lapped by shallow waters, the beach offers safe fun for groups particularly if you’ve got children in tow. In addition, Bigbury-on-Sea beach is dotted with rock pools, so there’s plenty of entertainment for budding marine biologists. There’s also a wide and varied selection of watersports available to visitors who prefer their holidays to feature a little adrenaline rush. Windsurfing and kite-surfing are popular here, with hire facilities located right on the beach. To give you some peace of mind, there are lifeguards present at Bigbury-on-Sea beach during May to September and the beach also has a first-aid room. You can even take the dog onto the beach, although they are restricted to certain areas during the summer. Bigbury’s most famous landmark is Burgh Island, which overlooks the beach itself. The island is accessible at low tide, when the waters reveal a causeway that links it to the beach. However, when the tide is in you can still reach the island by hitching a ride on the popular and unique ‘sea tractor’. Burgh Island boasts an award-winning hotel, elegant and rather genteel, it’s an ideal romantic retreat for couples. Explore the South Devon coast with its fabulous sandy beaches and its breathtakingly beautiful coastal path or simply take time to visit some of the charming estuary towns and villages dotted throughout the area, such as Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Dartmouth. The city of Plymouth and the wild open spaces of Dartmoor are also both close at hand.

Note: Arrival after 4pm, departure by 11am. This property has a refundable Good Housekeeping bond of £250

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Bigbury-on-Sea, Devon (Ref. 976217)

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Features

“Sykes failed to tell the housekeeper that we wanted two bedrooms set up as doubles rather than twins.”

“This is the fourth time we have stayed at Drifters and it is always an enjoyable experience.”

“This is not a 5 tick rental.”

“Lovely cottage, very well stocked, very clean, lovely views, lovely garden.”

“Had a great stay at Drifters home from home great Location and a lovely bungalow ...”

“The cottage was perfect, we had a great holiday.”

The property

Floorplans

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BIGBURY-ON-SEA

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Features

“Sykes failed to tell the housekeeper that we wanted two bedrooms set up as doubles rather than twins.”

“This is the fourth time we have stayed at Drifters and it is always an enjoyable experience.”

“This is not a 5 tick rental.”

“Lovely cottage, very well stocked, very clean, lovely views, lovely garden.”

“Had a great stay at Drifters home from home great Location and a lovely bungalow ...”

“The cottage was perfect, we had a great holiday.”

The property

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BIGBURY-ON-SEA

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