Bridge Cottage listed riverside Devon holiday home

Bridge Cottage is a Grade II listed, 19th century toll house set in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nestled along its own private stretch of the River Avon to one side and the Cobbly Walk bridlepath on the other. Renovated to a high standard, with a unique characterful interior, the cottage is within easy reach by car of Dartmoor, beaches, and the market town of Totnes. The property boasts a large established garden ideal for relaxing by the river and al fresco dining. In terms of comfort and design, Bridge Cottage offers a cosy log burner in the lounge, stripped pine floorboards and slate flooring, beautiful oak lintels over windows and doors, deep slate and oak window sills and hand-crafted shutters. Set across three floors, the cottage has two bathrooms with modern suites, a country-style kitchen / dining room with modern facilities, a smart Freeview TV in the lounge, and broadband wi-fi. The cottage has its own idyllic 200 foot-long private riverside garden with paved patio, garden furniture, meadow lawned section, raised flower and fruit beds, beech and hazel trees, greenhouse, and gazebo overlooking the River Avon. There's a log store at the side of the cottage, plus space alongside to store surfboards, kayaks etc., and outdoors tap to wash off sandy wetsuits. A uniquely atmospheric cobbled green lane that runs along the river’s edge at the side of Bridge Cottage, The Cobbly Walk (sometimes known as the Cobbly Way) is one of the oldest thoroughfares in Devon. Keeping an eye out for wildlife and ruts cut into the walkway by cartwheels of days gone by, follow the Cobbly Walk through ancient woodlands into the South Hams countryside beyond. Legend has it that nineteenth-century smugglers would use the path to move their contraband in the dead of night. Ideal for days at the beach, nature trails, cycling, hiking, history, culture, shopping, water sports, fishing, as a writer’s and artist’s retreat, for family holidays, winter breaks, romantic hideaways, spending time away with friends or just relaxing in the riverside garden, Bridge Cottage has it all. Full, exclusive access to the entire cottage and garden. Free parking for two cars on the Cobbly Walk bridlepath adjacent to the cottage. The building’s entrance is accessed via steps from the bridlepath and is set over three floors so the flights of stairs might not suit the elderly or those with young children. We’re also next to a main road which, while great for getting around, can be busy. Due to its location Bridge Cottage is better suited to those with cars. Mobile phone reception can be poor inside the cottage, but works well in the garden and outside. Free wifi throughout. Smart TV in lounge with Netflix and Amazon Prime (please log in using your own accounts). Access to the cottage is via key safe. We’re proud that the cottage is cleaned using only eco-friendly products. The nearest supermarket is a five minute drive away in South Brent. You’re welcome to utilize any logs and kindling for the log burner but please replace any used. Clean linen and towels are provided, but please bring your own beach towels. Also, as a heritage protected, nineteenth century building, Bridge Cottage can feel chilly at times.