Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking
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Excellent
Entire home
Popular amenities
- Pet-friendlyPet-friendly
- FireplaceFireplace
- KitchenKitchen
- Barbecue grillBarbecue grill
- Outdoor spaceOutdoor space
- WasherWasher
Explore the area
- Westpoint Arena7 min drive
- Crealy Great Adventure Park9 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)15 min drive
- Powderham Castle15 min drive
Room options
About the area
Exeter
What's nearby
- Sandy Park Rugby Stadium - 6 min drive
- Westpoint Arena - 7 min drive
- Crealy Great Adventure Park - 9 min drive
- University of Exeter - 12 min drive
- Powderham Castle - 15 min drive
Getting around
- Topsham Station - 9 min walk
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 16 min drive
Restaurants
- Countess Wear Beefeater - 6 min drive
- KFC - 8 min drive
- Exeter Inn - 8 min walk
- Tally Ho Inn - 7 min drive
- Royal Oak Inn - 10 min drive
About this property
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Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking
General
This eclectic detached home is perfect for families or groups of friends with a penchant for curios! Situated smack bang in the middle of Topsham with glimpses of the river
Nautical but nice is the vibe at Quay House – a comfortable, cosy home brought to life by a wonderful collection of antiques, vintage trinkets and retro prints, lovingly put together by the auctioneer owners. From 'Bluebird' and rowing oars on the living room walls to a retro petrol pump on the upstairs landing, the property oozes charm. Decorated in bold blues and reds, there is a real British sensibility here, with nods to the house’s seafaring past and location.
The spacious living room boasts a wood burner at one end – a lovely, cosy space to retire to after a long day exploring the local area in the winter months, or a tranquil place to enjoy a book and a cookie or two. Two distinct zones in this living space are handy for families – grown-ups can mingle at one end on the blue sofas, while children or young adults can congregate on the red leather sofas at the other end to play games and watch TV.
The whole group can come together again in the large kitchen/diner, which easily seats 10 people. The beautiful modern space is fully equipped with everything a keen cook desires, from an Aga to a KitchenAid mixer – perfect for rustling up family feasts with all the beautiful local fresh fish and produce available on your doorstep. An under-the-stairs loo completes the ground-floor picture.
Five beautifully furnished bedrooms offer accommodation for 10 people. Bedroom 1 provides a super king-size bed with a TV and fully modernised en suite shower room with a walk-in shower, basin and WC. Classically decorated in muted tones with elegant antique furniture, including a pretty dressing table, this room is a symphony in understated luxury.
A second bedroom has a luxurious king-size bed with a sumptuous blue bedstead, with beautiful antique bedside tables and lamps.
Bedroom three offers a queen-size bed with contemporary touches.
Bedroom four is ideal for children, with two single beds and vintage boxing prints on the walls, while the fifth bedroom on the ground-floor has another pair of single beds that are perfect for all ages.
A large family bathroom boasts a freestanding claw feet bath with a shower, a walk-in shower, basin and traditional-style, old-fashioned WC.
Outside, there is a safe, enclosed walled front garden – ideal for children and dogs to let off steam or to relax in good weather – while to the rear of the property, a courtyard offers a sophisticated space for 10 people to eat outside.
Guests access the house via the key lock and have open access privately to the entire house and grounds
Quay House is professionally managed by Fresh Escapes. A Devon based privately owned Vacation Rental and Management company who are here to ensure your stay runs as smoothly as possible.
With sand dunes, thatched villages and tethered yachts, Devon’s Exe estuary is the epitome of nautical loveliness. Wide and limpid, at its top is Topsham, its lanes crowded with Tudor cottages, Dutch gables and peeps of wisteria over high stone walls. Nothing beats strolling through the town yourself or joining one of the twice-weekly free 90-minute walking tours on Wednesdays and Saturdays in spring and summer.
Topsham offers plenty of fancy pubs and restaurants, such as the Globe pub and The Galley. Try a barbecue at the Turf – accessible only by foot or boat – or watch the tide at the Anchor Inn Cockwood. Pebblebed Cellars provides a wine bar and excellent takeaway pizza, the Boat House serves lovely gallettes, and local pub the Passage House Inn – just a minute away from Wixels – is a lovely pub for excellent local ale and hearty food. Head to The Cafe for an excellent brunch. To stock up for a meal in, check out Richard’s greengrocers, Arthur’s Butchery & Delicatessen and Nourish for refillable food and home goods. While you’re there, enjoy wandering around the wealth of boutiques and interesting independents on Fore Street.
Fancy exploring the surrounding area? Head to Darts Farm shopping village – the best farm shop you’ll ever visit! It has good fish and chips, plus a cafe and food hall. For top-flight fine dining for a special occasion at surprisingly reasonable prices and a beautiful place to visit try Lympstone Manor. Visit the cathedral city of Exeter with its cathedral, museum, cimanas, shops and restaurants or Exmouth for the seaside experience. Take the train from Topsham to both Exeter and Exmouth.
Cyclists of all ages will love the Exe estuary cycle path – a newly constructed, almost entirely traffic-free cycle trail that takes you right around the Exe Estuary from Dawlish to Exmouth. The estuary is of international importance for wintering waders and wildfowl, supporting thousands of birds. RSPB reserves near Topsham and Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve offer some of the best opportunities to view wildlife along the estuary. Bike rental available.
For a good 5km run door to door, try the Goat Walk loop – a circular walk round Topsham taking in the bird hide on the ‘other’ side where Topsham’s hidden second river, the Clyst, loops round.
History buffs will be charmed by the unusual National Trust folly, A La Ronde, an eccentric 18th-century, 16-sided house with fascinating interior decoration and collections.
There are several car parks in Topsham but as with many small Devon towns, parking overall is limited and many people prefer the excellent public transport. Topsham does have a hire by the hour or day car club service too, with a parking space in Tappers Close. This is part of a wider network of cars across Exeter.
Trains between Exeter and Exmouth run half-hourly, and all stop at Topsham. Trains towards Exeter alternately go on to Paignton and Barnstaple.
If you are experienced on the water, why not kayak from Exeter quay? For a very useful guide to the local waters, see Exmouth and River Exe (including Topsham) at visitmyharbour.com. Entrance to the Exe Estuary is quite tricky and tide-critical.
Free offroad parking on the driveway is limited to 3 cars
Property manager
Languages
Property amenities
Internet
- Available in the house: WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Coffee grinder
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Toaster
Bedrooms
- 5 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Hair dryer
- Shower only
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Fireplace
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Stereo
- TV
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Garden
- Patio
Laundry
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Fee: GBP 35
- Service animals exempt from fees
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- In-room accessibility
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
- Near the marina
- Near the ocean
- On a river
- On the waterfront
Safety features
- Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
- Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
- First aid kit
- Fire extinguisher
General
- 1 unit
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Unit size: 1,690 square feet
Policies
Check-in
Check-out
Special check-in instructions
Pets
- Pets: GBP 35 Service animals are exempt from fees.
Children and extra beds
- Children are welcome.
Important information
Optional extras
The fees and deposits listed below will be charged at the time of service, check-in, or check-out.
- Pet fee: GBP 35
- Service animals are exempt from fees
This may not be a comprehensive list. Fees and deposits are subject to change and might not include tax.
You need to know
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
- This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. This property accepts cash. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector and a first aid kit in all accommodation.
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Frequently asked questions
Are there any beaches close to Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking?
The closest beach to Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking is Devon Cliffs Beach (10.1 km).
Does Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking have a pool?
No, this holiday home doesn't have a pool.
Is Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking family-friendly?
You bet! With amenities such as a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking is a winner with our family travellers.
Is there a free airport shuttle available at Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking?
No, Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking does not offer an airport shuttle service.
What time are check-in & check-out at Quay House - Waterside, eclectic style, parking?
Check-in begins at 12:00 AM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.
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