In Noss Mayo, within 200 yards of its excellent pubs, an 18th cent.
cottage flanked by equally historic neighbours, facing across a little access lane to its front garden (table/chairs) and the estuary.
At the back, a terraced garden with shed (freezer) and steps up to sheltered decking (table/chairs) and lofty views between chimneys to the estuary.
Inside, a comfortable home with lovely designer fabrics, furnishings and wall paints, beams and considerable charm.
Front stable doors into living room with sofa bed (for alternative sleeping) and TV/DVD; double bedroom with TV and en suite bathroom (suite, shower over bath, cupboard with washing machine and tumble drier).
Stairs (5'10" ceiling in one place) from living room up to kitchen/dining room (dishwasher, microwave, fridge, electric oven/gas hob) with granite worktops and back door to garden; another double bedroom (5' bed, limited clothes-hanging space) with en suite shower-room (suite).
Arrival after 4pm.
A lovely cottage.
Newton Ferrers/Noss Mayo: adjoining small villages beside the River Yealm estuary, sheltered by oak-wooded hillsides, popular for sailing, lovely for walking or just sitting.
Essential shops (Newton Ferrers) and good food pubs.
Low tide footpath across the creek.
Tennis courts; riding stables.
Pedestrian ferry to coast walk to Wembury (village), and secluded beach.
Mothecombe (nearest sandy beach by car), 4 miles.
Plymouth, 11.
