*Newton Ferrers/Noss Mayo: there is no more glowingly beautiful coastal scene in Devon than the lake-like estuary of the River Yealm, full of sailing boats and yachts, enclosed and sheltered by high, oak-wooded hillsides. These two adjoining villages are beside it; small, with riverside (and river view) good food (and children welcome) pubs, old fishermen’s cottages, essential shops. Very popular for sailing, especially dinghies; lovely, too, for walking (paths through the oak woods, brilliant views at every turn), or just sitting. Riding stables. Pedestrian ferry to coast walk to Wembury, and to secluded beach. Nearest sandy beach by car: Mothecombe (delightful), about 4 miles. Plymouth, 11; A38 road, about 7.
... in Noss Mayo, opposite an excellent good food pub, a semi-detached house with views along the estuary. At the back, an amazingly long garden climbs up to several terraces (some unfenced, so not suitable for toddlers) with a grassed area, little copse and great views over the village. Inside, simply and comfortably furnished, with mostly pine floors/rugs and nice little touches. From parking space, steps up to the front door; hall; neat fitted kitchen (dishwasher, microwave); living/dining room (open fire) with big picture window looking over slate roof tops along the estuary. Seven steps up to two bedrooms – a small room with 4’ double bed, and a twin designed for children with a fun nautical theme; new shower-room (suite); a few more steps up to a roomy double (5’ bed) with good views and en suite bathroom (suite); from this room stairs lead up to French windows opening to a decked terrace (table/chairs, barbecue) and the rest of the garden. Washing machine in garage. No TV reception. Convenient, comfy home, but not suitable for anyone with mobility problems.
