We were able to relax and unwind very quickly in this lovely place. It’s spacious and furnished in a very tasteful and uncluttered way. The kitchen was well equipped, and we particularly liked the lounge on the first floor with its picture window views across and along the river.
You can sit on the balcony another floor up and watch the bustle of boats and people. We liked the flurries of white sails as yachts and catamarans whizzed past, and enjoyed the changing light as the sun set. It feels like a ‘real’ stretch of river, with people working on their boats on the quay and standing around chatting. When we first arrived, the weather was overcast, and the river looked rather grey, but as soon as the sun came out, everything brightened up and looked more attractive. The immediate area around the house is not at all ‘touristy’. There’s a pub where locals go for a meal or drink, but no souvenir shops etc.
For anyone with the slightest interest in trains, engineering, &/or Victorian history, to be near to Isambard Kingdom Brunel’s magnificent railway bridge is quite something. You can go for a 10 minute stroll up the road and walk onto the car/pedestrian Tamar Bridge and look across at Brunel’s marvel.
We really liked being poised between Devon and Cornwall, with easy access to both. Bovisand and other lovely beaches are within a 30-40 minute drive, and there’s beautiful countryside in either direction for walks.
This was our first trip away with a dog, and the space is well suited for this. Our puppy was transfixed by everything going on outside the picture window; the floors are wooden, not carpeted, and there is a small area of grass adjoining the quay, complete with dog poo bins!
Mark was also super helpful with any of the minor inconveniences we encountered, and you can tell he really cares about making sure you have an enjoyable vacation experience.