Quite simply one of the most spectacular views in Salcombe. Almira overlooks the estuary and out to sea, with panoramic views across the bar to East Portlemouth. The accommodation is equipped to the highest standard and is designed to be beautiful, comfortable, practical, and relaxing. Glazed on three sides and full of light, sliding doors onto an extensive balcony allow in both the breeze from the water and the sound of the waves. Primarily open plan but with quiet spots for reading or reflection, it is ideal for extended family holidays or gatherings. Six en-suite bedrooms and large dining tables accommodate 12 happily. With its sophisticated heating and air-conditioning system, Almira is suited for either winter or summer breaks. Five minutes walk to North Sands, the Winking Prawn and tennis court, and ten minutes into town make it ideally placed.
From parking two sets of steps. Gate to terrace balcony and glazed entrance to Dining Hall, from which to the left is split level Sitting room/Drawing room, two glazed walls. Concealed screen to very large plasma TV, with SKY, Music system; log effect gas fire, spectacular views.
From Dining Hall, glazed end, sliding patio doors to balcony. Separate WC. Boot/Shower Room: hanging for wet suits. Large power shower. Laundry: two washing machines, dryer and drying racks, fridge, freezer, icemaker.
To right off Dining Hall (and able to be separated by sliding glass doors) is Kitchen/Family Room: Glazed one end with estuary views, Bulthaup units, Miele appliances including electric oven, gas hob, warming drawers, combi microwave, fridge, coffee maker, dishwasher, TV.
Rear Hallway to Bedroom 6: Conran double sofa bed, TV, ensuite shower room: shower cubicle, basin, WC (microwave, coffee point and fridge), glazed one end and door to balcony. This bedroom/office/shower room and small kitchen is a self contained unit, suitable for staff accommodation. It also has an interconnecting door and its own outside entrance door.
From Dining Hall stairs to Mezzanine and Gallery, glazed, estuary views. Bedroom 1: double bed (6') large vaulted window, views, ensuite Bathroom, bath, large shower cubicle, twin hand basins, WC.
Landing to Bedroom 2: double bed (6') large vaulted window, estuary views ensuite Bathroom, bath, shower, twin hand basins, WC, short steps from landing to Bedroom 3: twin beds(3'), ensuite shower room, shower cubicle, basin, WC. Bedroom 4: twin beds (3'), ensuite shower room, shower cubicle, basin, WC.
From Rear Hallway stairs to Bedroom 5: double bed (5'), vaulted window, estuary views, ensuite shower room, shower cubicle, basin, WC.
Plasma TV with Sky.
Music system Gym - rowing machine, bicycle, dual adjustable pulley workout weight machine, weights, fitball
Outside: Approximately 700 square feet of balconies, outside furniture, BBQ
Parking: in shared driveway for 3 cars and one guest parking place.
Telephone: incoming and local calls only
Wireless Broadband Internet connection
Gas central heating and hot water
All linen and towels provided (with the exception of beach towels)
There is a security deposit payable on this property.
Five minutes' walk from the centre of Salcombe.
Airport: Exeter
Stations: Totnes, Plymouth
There is an enormous amount to see and do in this part of the South Hams, hence its popularity with visitors – multiple sandy and surfing beaches, Overbecks National Trust property (10 mins), Dartmouth (40 mins), Dartmoor National Park (30 mins), Kingsbridge Farmers' Market (twice monthly), Eden Project (1.5 hrs) to name but a few. Salcombe itself is hugely popular for its wonderful location, excellent sailing, watersports and beaches, surf shops, pubs, restaurants, delis and cafes. The Marine Hotel in town has an indoor pool, open to non-residents.
The pricing of Almira is dependent upon occupancy. If let for less than 12 persons some bedrooms and bathrooms may be closed. The details of this will be confirmed at the time of booking.
Price indication:-
High Season £6,000 - £4,000
Mid Season £5,000 - £3,000
Low Season £4,000 - £2,000