CHANDLER COTTAGE
Starcross,
Nr. Exeter,
Devon 
EX6 8PA

Sleeps: 2 - 6 +cot
Sorry no pets.
No smoking.

English Tourist Board: 4 Stars.


Low season £380 - £425 pw.
High season £380 - £600 pw.

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  is a spacious 3 bedroom character type, sought after Devonshire cottage with courtyard garden. It  is decorated to a high standard and with all the conveniences you might expect at home. There are panoramic views of the Exe river and distant hills from the cottage.

• The beautiful Exe Estuary is internationally known as one of Europe's most important havens for migrating birds as they journey between the Arctic and Africa. Many species of migrating and British birds can be spotted from the comfort of your cottage windows as the tide ebbs and flows.
• The estuary is protected as an area of outstanding natural beauty. There is a nature reserve only four miles away with sand dunes and bathing beaches, a perfect picnic outing for the whole family.
• The land by the Exe River is a walker's paradise, along towpaths, past a deer-park and farms and over lock gates for a pasty and cider at an island pub! It has easy access to riverside paths and stiles. The river walk can be tackled with easy stages during a week's stay, or the 24 miles from Exmouth to Dawlish Warren, crossing on the Topsham Ferry to Turf Lock Hotel and the island, can be accomplished in one day by keen walkers. The whole estuary as far as Orcombe Point is a beachcomber's paradise.
• Starcross got its name from the Ferry. There was definitely a ferry operating in the 12th Century owned by the Abbots of Sherbourne. They put a cross at the top of the steps (stairs) leading from the end and the village that grew there became known as Starcross.
• Starcross is also closely associated with nearby Cockwood Village, the harbour and stories of smugglers using the sands of Dawlish Warren to hide from customs and Excise officers. Today the Starcross pier (600 yards away) will help you board the ferry to Exmouth or a riverboat trip. Deep Sea Fishing can be arranged from Exmouth.

The Great Western Railway:
The Great Western Railway built by Brunel, passes through Starcross and here he built a pumping station for his famous Atmospheric Railway - now Starcross Fishing and Cruising Club. It is known as the Brunnel Tower and together with Powderham Castle they dominate the Exe estuary.

Accommodation:  

• 2 double bedrooms.
• 1 single bedroom.
• 1 en suite.
• 2 bathrooms.
• 3 toilets.
• Large lounge.
• Large kitchen/diner.
• 1 utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer.
• Free car parking for one car.

Keys:
The cottage keys are normally issued on arrival.

Laundry Room:
The laundry room is free.

Religious Services:
There are pretty C/E churches in Starcross and at Kenton a mile away. The nearest Roman Catholic church is in Dawlish (3 miles). Also in Dawlish are Methodist, United Reformed, Spiritualist and other churches and places of worship. There is a magnificent cathedral at Exeter.

Shopping:
Dawlish offers typical and very adequate "small town" shopping. Exeter about 6 miles away offers superb shopping centres. At Dawlish Warren, one can find a wide range of gifts, clothing and beachwear during the summer months.

Fishing and Boating:
There is a small slip way in Starcross and a small harbour at Cockwood (1/2 mile) where guests may conveniently launch their own small craft. Fishing trips and "around the bay" type trips can be made at Dawlish and Exmouth.

Theatre:
Dawlish boasts its own small Shaftesbury theatre where local amateur companies regularly present a wide variety of entertainments. Internationally famous artists appear at the Paignton Festival theatre, Torquay's Princess theatre and Plymouth Theatre Royal. Exeter offers the Northcott and Barnfield theatres and Teignmouth presents summer revue at the Carlton Theatre.

Tourist Attractions:
The South West of England offers an absolute abundance of tourist attractions both natural and man-made covering every possible interest. We have a stock of leaflets on countless of these tourist attractions, and maps to help you plan your days.

Transport:
The railway line between Starcross and Newton Abbot offers wonderful views of the Exe Estuary. It runs along the sea wall from Dawlish Warren to Teignmouth (going through five tunnels through the red cliffs on the way) and finally along the bank of the Teign Estuary into Newton Abbot. A particulary pcturesque trip and a must for railway buffs! There are also two steam train tracks with pretty runs. One links Paignton and Dartmouth - the other runs from Buckfastleigh to Totnes.

Useful Information:  

• Village Post Office - 600 yards.
• Public Telephone - 600 yards.
• Railway Station - 600 yards (some steam trains stop and link to the Dart Valley Railway).
• Bus Stop - 600 yards (to Exeter and Torquay - also the National Express coach to Heathrow - Gatwick - London Victoria picks up and drops off at this stop!).
• Village Supermarket - 800 yards (7 days a week 8am to 10pm).
• Village Pubs - all within 600 yards - The Atmospheric Railway Inn, Galleon Inn, The Ship and The Anchor - a gentle, twilight, one mile stroll along a country lane and across the bridge.
• Indoor Bowling - 600 yards.
• Park with Swings and Slide - 600 yards.
• Hopsice charity shop 600 yards.
• 9 hole golf course - 10 minutes walk.
• 18 Hole Golf Course at Dawlish Warren - 3 miles.
• Exeter Golf & Country Club 5 miles.
• Sports and Leisure Centre at Dawlish - 3 miles (heated indoor pool, squash, gym, etc).

Further Information:  

• Chandler Cottage is open for extended holidays, or short breaks, all year round.
• Arrival Times: Guests are requested to arrive at 3pm and leave by 10.30am on day of departure.
• Please bring your own beach towels and picnic equipment. The cottage property must not be taken out.
• For stays of more than 1 week a change of linen and towels are provided on Saturdays.
• We welcome children.
• Sorry no pets, and no smoking guests.

Prices Include:  

• All prices shown for rental of cottage are per week according to the season.
• Included in this rent are electricity, gas, cleaning equipment, linen.

How to Book:

• Check availability calendar.
• Send email.
• Or telephone or leave message - 01626 891390.
• All major credit/debit cards accepted - No extra card charges.
• Booking form available - No booking fee.
• 25% Deposit of the total rental.
• Balance no later than 6 weeks prior to the start date of your holiday.

Cancellation:

• Cancellation plan application form provided - optional.
• Cancellation prior to 6 weeks before holiday - loss of deposit, but refund of any balance paid.
• Cancellation at any time after 6 weeks before the holiday - loss of total cost.