Homefield - Chic charm with unrivalled river views

Entire home in Kingswear, United Kingdom

10 guests · 5 bedrooms · 6 beds · 3.5 bathrooms
Nestled into the hillside of the Kingswear headland, this handsome 5-bedroom family home delivers space, privacy, and spectacular scenery. Styled with warm elegance, the open-plan living space maximises the valley views, which extend out onto the terrace. There’s a further sitting room and family room. Upstairs, two of the bedrooms (one en suite) have private balconies. The third bedroom is styled for a soothing sleep, and a refreshing start
The space
Nestled into the hillside of the Kingswear headland, this handsome 5-bedroom family home delivers space, privacy, and spectacular scenery. Styled with warm elegance, the open-plan living space maximises the valley views, which extend out onto the terrace. There’s a further sitting room and family room. Upstairs, two of the bedrooms (one en suite) have private balconies. The third bedroom is styled for a soothing sleep, and a refreshing start. We also provide an electric charging point in the garage that can be used on a daily basis for a nominal daily fee.
Stag or hen parties are not permitted.

The Space

Homefield is an immaculate 5-bedroom detached home in the hugely popular village of Kingswear. A blend of period contemporary and characterful décor, the open-plan ground floor makes for superb social gatherings, plus a separate sitting for some quiet time.

Open-Plan Kitchen/dining/lounge Area

Let the gentle sea breeze flow through the dual aspect glass walls maximise one of Devon’s most-iconic views, with added sky lights bathing the space in more natural light. Sultry summer days are made refreshing with state-of-the-art air conditioning.

Kitchen

The sleek white modern kitchen is fully equipped with top-end built-in appliances – two Siemens ovens and a multi-function microwave, electric hob, and large American-style fridge freezer with ice maker.

Take breakfast at the kitchen island breakfast bar, or come together as mouth-watering meals are prepared. Then gather around the 8-seater glass dining table, next to the vibrant yet delicate conversational wallpaper with elements of the natural world.

Sitting Room & Snug Room

The separate sitting room is infused with the maritime spirit of the area. Two plush sofas and an armchair reflect nautical blues, with the ornamental fireplace framed with a feature wall covering reflecting life on the water. Simply sit back for movie night in front of the large smart Tv. There’s also a further snug room in soothing earthy and aquatic tones, and two comfortable sofas. Adjacent is the downstairs cloakroom with Wc and the utility room.

Bedrooms & Family Shower Room

On the ground floor to the rear of the snug living area there is a large bedroom with a king size bed and ensuite shower room. There is also access to the side decking area via the adjoining patio doors in this bedroom.

Floor-level lighting guides you upstairs to Homefield’s four individually-styled bedrooms – two with balconies to enjoy the astounding views when you waken. The elegant master bedroom with king size bed, in soothing neutrals, has an en suite bathroom with free-standing bath, shower, vanity unit basin, wc, and heated towel rail. Start the day taking in the view of the wooded hillside from the bedroom’s private balcony.

Bedroom two basks in deeper earth tones, with a semi Chesterfield double bed frame, and French doors onto a private balcony.

The twin single beds of bedroom three are framed by striking marine-striped walls. Sense the blue of the sea with the white sands of nearby beaches.

Bedroom four has an invigorating vibrancy, in dark strawberry red accents, complemented by modern Queen Anne-style furniture and a double bed.

The crisply minimalist family shower room has a distinctive long wash basin and double shower area.

Outside

From the kitchen-diner, the room flows out through the glass walls onto the terraced decking, giving a choice of seating and dining areas. Gather to enjoy the incredible Dart estuary views from the lower terrace; there’s dining for up to 8 on the middle terrace, where you can also lay back to enjoy the Summer warmth on the sunloungers.

Parking

A large double garage comfortably fits two cars, and is secured by an electrically-controlled door. There’s further on-street parking (which has seasonal restrictions). Unrestricted street parking is available a few minutes along the road.

Pets

Up to two well-behaved dogs are welcome at Homefield. They must sleep only in the snug room, and are not allowed onto the furniture, in accordance with our Pet Policy.

Guest Access

Fresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check-in time. Homefield is for your exclusive use.

The Neighbourhood

Within a few minutes' walk, you’re in pretty, boaty Kingswear. Some of the best coffee anywhere on the Dart is available at the Kingswear Coffee Company at the lower ferry slipway, where you’ll find passage to Dartmouth and the village post office. Kingswear Village Stores is packed with everything you need for supplies back at the house.

Cross via a funny little car ferry – an eight-vehicle float that's pulled across the water by a tug – to Dartmouth, on the opposite bank, where you will discover a plethora of chichi shops and galleries, an Elizabethan butterwalk, Mitch Tonks' Rockfish seafood chippy and countless fantastic restaurants and pubs. It’s well worth popping over to Dartmouth just to see the beauty of Kingswear from another angle. Back on the ferry, dive into Kingswear's old-fashioned Ship Inn or head to the Steam Packet Inn for stone-baked pizza and south-west sourced gins before strolling back to Homefield – just in time to watch the sunset over the river from the terrace overlooking Waterhead Creek and the river.

As well as its scenic estuary setting, Kingswear gives access to some superb coastal and country landscapes nearby, sitting as it does on the South West Coast Path. On a headland to the east is the National Trust’s Coleton Fishacre, an Arts and Crafts-style house with an art deco interior, built in the 1920s for Rupert D'Oyly Carte, son of impresario Richard. The grounds are a gardener's delight, incorporating woodland and sub-tropical species and paths leading out to the cliff edge.

The Dartmouth Steam Railway & Riverboat Company operates a wonderfully nostalgic service, which runs from Kingswear to Paignton, taking in some spectacular riverside, coastal and rural scenery. You can also stop off at Greenway Halt and enjoy a short walk down to Greenway Estate to explore another National Trust treasure: the former home of Dame Agatha Christie.

Although it departs from Dartmouth rather than Kingswear, don’t miss the Kingswear Castle Paddle Steamer. A sight to behold along the Dart, this historic vessel, built in 1924, is the UK’s only coal-fired paddle steamer in operation. Join a cruise up the Dart to Totnes and explore this beautiful stretch of river in style.

Getting Around

It’s just a minute’s drive to the historic Lower Ferry for services to Dartmouth. These run from early morning to late evening every day except Christmas Day. The nearest bus stop a few minutes’ walk towards the village, from where there are regular services to Brixham and Paignton.

The Dartmouth Steam Ferry runs almost year-round with services to Paignton.

There are also frequent ferries from Dartmouth to key points along the valley and to Torbay.

Other things to note

No Smoking
Children to be supervised in the steeply sloping garden at all times
No fires or charcoal BBQ's as a gas Bbq is provided.
( The lounge fireplace is decorative only and cannot be used)


Interaction with Guests

Fresh Escapes is a professional holiday letting and management company with years of experience marketing, managing, and even owning holiday homes in and around Devon. We’re proud of our family roots and aim to provide this same family feel to all our guests. We know that many of our guests come on holiday to escape the stresses and strains of daily life, and so we won't disturb you too much during your stay. We'll check in with you after you've arrived, and we'll be on hand if you need anything during your visit, but the house is yours to enjoy and we hope you'll love it as much as we do.
Guest access
Fresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check-in time. Homefield is for your exclusive use.
Other things to note
Included services

- Baby high chair:
Price: Included in the booking

- Cot/Crib:
Price: Included in the booking

- Parking:
Price: Included in the booking

- Towels:
Price: Included in the booking

- Internet Access:
Price: Included in the booking

- Bed linen:
Price: Included in the booking




Optional services

- EV Charging:
Price: GBP 15.00 per day.

Select dates to see prices

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Bedrooms

Bedroom 1

1 double bed

Bedroom 2

1 king bed

Bedroom 3

1 double bed

Bedroom 4

2 single beds

Bedroom 5

1 king bed

Amenities

  • Harbour view
  • Garden view
  • Bath
  • Hair dryer
  • Hot water
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • River view
  • Sea view
  • Wifi
  • Kitchen
  • Free parking on premises

4.8 · 5 Reviews

Ash
Ash
9 years on Airbnb
5 months ago

Really nice place and great views - would definitely stay again

Sara
Sara
9 years on Airbnb
6 months ago

Beautiful location. The view is what makes this property worth staying at

Tim
Tim
8 years on Airbnb
7 months ago

lovely house , well looked after in a perfect setting . the only thing which needed a plumber to come round was the hot water heating . the air soirce heat pump did not work and we needed to use the emersion heater

Nicola
Nicola
3 years on Airbnb
7 months ago

We had a wonderful stay at Homefield for a week. The house was stunning with gorgeous views. The decor was beautifully done & had a sea theme all through, owners definitely have an eye for detail. Perfect for us, plenty of space. Car space for 2 cars in the garage & limited time road parking outside, but parked our car 500yards up the road for free if we wasn’t using it. 2 pubs in easy walking distance from the house which served good food & friendly service. Small store with everything you may need to get you through the 1st couple of days. More shops & choice over in Dartmouth which was just a short ferry boat ride (£2 per person or £8 per car) fast & regular service. Lots of restaurants & food choice over there. Kitchen was very well stocked with all plates, dishes & gadets you could possibly need, only downside was there were no empty cupboards for us to use to put our things in, not a big issue but would have been ideal. We would most definitely stay here again. Thank you

Karen
Karen
5 years on Airbnb
8 months ago

Fresh escapes are a management company so a little impersonal & didn’t seem to know the property that well, maybe it’s new to them. However the house & location are both amazing. Kitchen well equipped

Location

Neighbourhood highlights

House Rules

  • Check-in: 16:00 – 00:00
  • Checkout before 10:00
  • Self check-in with lockbox
  • 10 guests maximum
  • Pets allowed
  • Quiet hours
  • Commercial photography allowed
  • No smoking
  • Additional rules
    1. To guarantee compliance with current regulations on public safety, this establishment requires online check-in through its own channel, which may ask tourists for the image of their identity card and/or selfie. 2. Check-in schedule: From 01/01 to 31/12: Everyday from 16:00h to 00:00h 3. Check-out schedule: 10:00. 4. Dangerous breed dogs are not allowed.
  • Gather used towels
  • Throw rubbish away
  • Turn things off
  • Return keys
  • Lock up

Safety & Property

  • Heights without rails or protection
  • Nearby lake, river, other body of water
  • Carbon monoxide alarm installed
  • Smoke alarm installed
  • Must climb stairs

Property Manager Terms

  • For a full refund of the nightly rate, the guest must cancel within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 full days prior to listing’s local check-in time (shown in the confirmation email).
  • For a 50% refund of the nightly rate, the guest must cancel 7 full days before the listing's local check-in time (shown in the confirmation email), otherwise no refund will be given. If only 50% of the reservation has been paid, no refund will be issued and the remaining 50% will simply not be charged.
  • If the guest cancels less than 7 days in advance or decides to leave early after check-in, the nights not spent are not refunded.
  • Cleaning fees are always refunded if the reservation is cancelled before check-in.
  • Accommodation fees (the total nightly rate you’re charged) are refundable in certain circumstances as outlined below.
  • A reservation is officially cancelled when the guest clicks the cancellation button on the cancellation confirmation page, which they can find in Dashboard > Your Trips > Change or Cancel.