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Sail away with us on the River Yealm

BRIG IS BACK

18 months after a Russian invasion forced its hiatus, BRIG is back

warm WELCOME

And so, the Southampton International Boat Show sails again. Marchand Petit has joined The Wolf Rock Boat Company at Mayflower Park for several years and it is a partnership which makes perfect sense. Here in Devon, a love of life by the sea so often means a desire to spend time both by and on the water; for many, the purchase of a coastal home either coincides with or comes very shortly before the decision to invest in a boat too.

Here in Dartmouth, the gun has fired on the last race of the Dartmouth Regatta and we are seeing the town prepare itself for autumn, a time when the property market traditionally ramps up in line with the return of schools. While the market in general has certainly levelled in recent months, demand for homes here remains strong and the allure of a place to call your own in one of the country’s best harbour towns continues.

In celebration of the Southampton International Boat Show, this issue of At Home features a smorgasbord of fabulous homes by the water, from waterfront abodes with their own moorings to riverside hideaways and pied-à-tetes by the beach. We’re also celebrating the debut of the new Princess S72, a yacht some of our clients were fortunate enough to be amongst the first to experience at our Sail & Drive Day with Princess Yachts in Turnchapel in July. She is a thing of beauty and a vessel likely to steal the show with her Southampton debut.

We also explore the process behind taking a coastal home from dream to reality with PMR Architecture and we spend 36 hours in Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo, neighbouring villages with a shared love of sailing.

I hope you enjoy reading.

Tim Jones Associate Director & Dartmouth Branch Manager

16 COASTAL DELIGHT

Seacroft in Salcombe offers Victorian charm by the sea

24 BY THE WATER

Enjoy watersports on the doorstep of this charming period town house in Dartmouth

30 WATERSIDE HIDEAWAY

With glorious views across the River Yealm, The Haven lives up to its name

56 JOURNEY IN TIME

This period property stands proudly in its row of handsome bay-fronted townhouses

62 COUNTRY SANCTUARY

This spacious home backs onto open fields and is just minutes from the beach

68 ULTIMATE SERENITY

Sitting in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a stone’s throw from Bigbury-on-Sea

74 NAUTICAL SANCTUARY

Pull back the curtains to reveal uninterrupted panoramic sea views at Goodwinds

80 RAISING THE BAR

The Pines in Salcombe is a hilltop house with spectacular views

92 MODERN LUXURY

Taffrail has been renovated and redesigned to create a family home as special as its location

The next edition of the showcase Marchand Petit ‘At Home’ magazine will be published and printed in December 2023.

is back BRIG

In an open letter, the Wolf Rock Boat Company’s SarahJane McCarthy celebrates the return of BRIG, explains how the war in Ukraine prompted a strategic rethink here in the UK, and warns that with the purchase of a home by the sea comes an inevitable lust for life on the water.

We are celebrating! BRIG Rigid Intelligent Boats are back in production in Kharkiv in Ukraine from September 2023. This has been a tough year for BRIG; the Russian invasion in February 2022 stopped production of the world’s best-selling RIB, a shock to the world but none more so than to the families that work there. The Ukrainian people are the most resilient, they are determined to have an independent country and we want to support them as much as we can.

The Wolf Rock Boat Company is based in Churchstow, in the heart of the South Hams. We have been the UK importer for BRIG since 2010 and have a network of dealers across the country. Most of these dealers are based in prime waterfront locations, making the most of the access to the water. We have helped to make BRIG the world’s largest supplier of RIBS that are produced in their bespoke factory. They offer a range of craft from 3.5 metres up to the flagship that is the Eagle 10. The best-selling model is the Eagle 6.7, which is the number one family sports RIB sold in its size worldwide.

As we have been in business now for 16 years, it’s interesting for us to talk to our customers about their experience onboard their boat. Time after time, we hear that people who have either grown up near the coast or holiday there have had a completely different experience of their happy place from the water.

When the invasion happened, we decided to extend our offer of craft with boats that complement the BRIG portfolio. We now import Smartwave from New Zealand, IRON from Sweden, Idea from Italy, and Kolibri and UMS from Ukraine. We have been able to curate a selection of boats that are ideally suited to our British coastal waters, from an inflatable Kolibri dinghy, a rigid rotor-moulded ultra-stable Smartwave, UMS aluminium hulled fish and ski boats to the driver’s choice of IRON, designed by Ocke Mannerfeltrenowned to be one of the world’s premier designers. It’s interesting to note that this was not the strategic plan of the business before the war, yet our mission statement was always focused on being the family boat specialists, getting as many people on the water as we possibly can. Our increased capacity of craft has helped us reach more people, as well as offering alternatives to our current customers.

As parents of two children, now young adults aged 23 and 20, we know that the two most prominent times of the year when we are together as a family is either when we are snow skiing or out on the boat in South Devon. It’s as if being out in the fresh air, having fun with a shared hobby, diffuses the barriers that age sometimes builds. Of course, I appreciate that both of these experiences are paid for, and not by the kids, but it’s worth it. It’s less about the number of hours spent but the quality of the time together. As we have been in business now for 16 years, it’s interesting for us to talk to our customers about their experience onboard their boat. Time after time, we hear that people who have either grown up near the coast or holiday there have had a completely different experience of their happy place from the water. We wonder if it is the tide – does that give a relaxed structure to the

holiday day without creating a routine? The bacon sandwiches need to be packed, rather than eaten, so that we can slip our mooring on time. A tide timetable is fought over in our house, even though the apps are readily available – it becomes a call to action, a nudge in the direction of fun! A warning must follow though; if you do invest in a holiday home or a home by the sea boating becomes addictive, and we have many a customer who now boats with grandchildren as well as their children. Be careful what you wish for!

The Wolf Rock Boat Company has been partnering with Marchand Petit for many years. Both founders of each business have a common bond in their love of Devon and the importance of where you spend your free time. We have found over the years that our customers are the same; both locals and second homers appreciate what living by the coast can add to your life.

This year will be an exciting Southampton International Boat Show. The Queen’s death and the economic uncertainty that followed did not help anyone last year and it feels that this year we can start afresh. The show runs from Friday 15th September until Sunday 24th and we would love to see you there. Please feel free to contact your local Marchand Petit agent or call Georgie at The Wolf Rock for details of tickets to the show. You are more than welcome to join our party on the Saturday 16th September too, celebrating BRIG’s return to production. Finally, I hope you have had a great summer, despite the weather, and have enjoyed time with your loved ones.

All the very best from everyone at The Wolf Rock Boat Company –Slava Ukraine!

For Southampton International Boat Show ticket enquiries please email Georgie@thewolfrock.co.uk

The Wolf Rock Boat Company has been partnering with Marchand Petit for many years. Both founders of each business have a common bond in their love of Devon and the importance of where you spend your free time.

Coastal DELIGHT

There is a charm which comes with Victorian era homes by the sea. Seacroft is one such example, full of the period features we all adore like high ceilings, picture rails, cornices, fireplaces, and sash and French windows.

Sitting in a quiet, residential area of beautiful Salcombe, and just a short walk from the boating facilities of Salcombe Estuary, Seacroft is an idyllic family home with the most spectacular estuary views.

The present owners have extended the property to create a contemporary lower ground floor sitting room with floor-to-ceiling windows that takes full advantage of those magnificent views stretching towards South Pool Creek. Walk out onto the sun terrace and into the rear garden to enjoy them further.

An island creates a space to entertain with family and friends in the spacious kitchen/dining/living room area, its French windows opening onto the balcony and water views. With plenty of space for the whole family, Seacroft’s accommodation is completed by four large double bedrooms with four bathroom/shower rooms. Of note too is the fact that the property is laid out over three floors, with independent access to the lower ground floor that could see it used as a separate annexe.

Just a short walk from the boating facilities of Salcombe Estuary, Seacroft is an idyllic family home with the most spectacular estuary views.

SALCOMBE

4 bedrooms

4 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: D

GUIDE PRICE £1,950,000

SALCOMBE

01548 844473

By the WATER

Dartmouth is one of the UK’s most renowned harbour towns and a watersports playground, with sailing, kayaking, paddle boarding and more just minutes from your doorstep at 28 Crowthers Hill.

Set over four floors, this charming period town house is a short walk from the waterside and the heart of the town, with views from its terrace cast across the rooftops, river and the surrounding countryside.

A beautifully presented Neptune kitchen and walk-in pantry lend practicality to the kitchen, while an Aga, beamed ceiling and stone feature wall bring character. Of course, the highlight is a paved terrace just beyond the dining room, with the aforementioned views that make the property so desirable.

A feature fireplace punctuates the sitting room, which again has access out to the deck, as well as gorgeous views of the town through sizeable sash windows that frame the scenes beyond. A further reception room is currently used as a second sitting room and home office, and there is a useful cloakroom too.

More original features and town views are on display in the main and first bedrooms, while the second floor has a guest bedroom, family bathroom and separate shower room.

DARTMOUTH

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: D

GUIDE PRICE £700,000

DARTMOUTH 01803 839 190

The Haven certainly lives up to its name; from the moment you pull into the generous driveway by the side of the white picket fence, a sense of peaceful sanctuary envelops.

Hideaway WATERSIDE

Accessible steps lead down to the wooden front door and into the entrance hall. Immediately you are aware how light the living areas are and how well they flow into one another to create a very pleasurable space to call home. The glorious views across the River Yealm - which separates Newton Ferrers from Noss Mayo - are breathtaking, and the clever design of the property has maximized the opportunities to step out into the garden and connect with the tranquil waterside setting.

The heart of the home is the spacious kitchen/dining/living room with high specification kitchen incorporates a show-stopping, bespoke breakfast bar island, ideally placed to drink in the views directly down the river. Bi-fold doors bring the outside in and make alfresco and BBQ dining whilst watching the sun set a breeze. The terrace wraps around the property until reaching a large entertaining area, also easily accessed from the sitting room and one of the downstairs double bedrooms. The two spacious double bedrooms on the ground floor enjoy the use of a Jack and Jill shower room.

A statement oak staircase leads to two more bedrooms. In the large main bedroom, a frameless glass Juliette balcony looks straight down the river for the most incredible estuary views. A spacious ensuite with free standing roll top bath and separate shower also features, while the second bedroom on this level also has its own ensuite shower room.

In news that will be music to the ears of those who embrace life lived on the water, the Haven has water frontage, part of a shared quay and an outhaul mooring (subject to permission of the Harbour Master).

BRIDGEND

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: C

GUIDE PRICE £1,950,000

NEWTON FERRERS

01752 873311

The clever design of the property has maximized the opportunities to step out into the garden and connect with the tranquil waterside setting.

Our favourite four...

COASTAL WALKS

Seeing the South Hams on foot is second only to seeing it by boat. The region boasts the kinds of picturesque scenery that only an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty can, with mile upon mile of South West Coast Path trails snaking through its very prettiest parts. These four South Hams coastal walks vary from leisurely stroll to more strenuous hike, but all promise views that will stop you in your tracks and leave pause for thought.

Thurlestone Sands to Bantham Beach

This four-mile circular route features two of the South Hams’ most impressive landmarks – Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island. There are some steep hills along the way, so you’ll be ready for a refreshment stop by the time you reach The Stoop Inn, a 14th century local just a stone’s throw from Bantham, South Devon’s best surfing beach.

Top: Thurlestone Rock. Above: Burgh Island.

Dartmouth to Blackpool Sands

This partly circular route mostly runs along the South West Coast Path, with gorgeous Dartmouth harbour, the pretty village of Stoke Fleming and the sweeping golden arc of Blackpool Sands playing a starring role.

Salcombe to Torcross

At almost 13 miles long, the walk from Salcombe to Torcross is one of the more challenging coastal walks in the South Hams. Soak in the views from Gammon Head and Prawle Point, stop off for sea dips at Lannacombe or Great Mattiscombe beach, and keep your eyes peeled for the countless bird species making their home along the route.

Salcombe to Gara Rock

Prepare for knock-your-socks-off scenery on this popular walk along the craggy coastline from Salcombe and East Portlemouth to Gara Rock. To complete the perfect day out, book a table for lunch at the fabulous Gara Rock Hotel. Perched on the clifftop, it makes for a spectacular lookout whatever the weather.

Top: Blackpool Sands. Above: Dartmouth.

At almost 13 miles long, the walk from Salcombe to Torcross is one of the more challenging coastal walks in the South Hams.

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Top: East Portlemouth Beach.

Above: Torcross.

ewton Ferrers is a little slice of tranquillity. Just 10 miles from Plymouth and within a 15 minutes’ drive of the A38, it sits on the sheltered banks of the beautiful River Yealm estuary, surrounded by ancient woodland and creeks. The village, and its twin Noss Mayo, lie towards the western end of the South Hams, in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and away from through traffic. Much of the coastline here is owned by the National Trust. It is a hidden gem packed with wildlife and has a secret and peaceful atmosphere, combined with an active all-year-round community.

To lend some history, the manor of Newton Ferrers is listed in the 1086 Domesday Book, and was later acquired by the Norman family of de Ferrers. It was reputedly the birthplace of the infamous 17th-century pirate, Henry Every. Noss Mayo also has an interesting history: In 1287, King Edward I gave Mathew Fitzjohn the manor of 'Stok' and so the village became known as Noss Mayo, which translates as 'Mathew's Nose'. Later, much of the village was owned by Edward Baring, 1st Baron Revelstoke (and head of Barings Bank).

DO THIS

Rise early and you’ll find walkers, runners, swimmers, kayakers, paddleboarders, cyclists, and the odd photographer or painter out there taking in the mineral water-like air, as the mist rises over the tidal creek. Swimmers meet at Cellar Beach, well off the beaten track; walkers explore the South West Coast Path around The Warren, with its wide open views over the English Channel and along the coastlines of both Devon and Cornwall; kayaks and paddle boards silently transport their owners up the long creek towards Kitley House and Cylinder Bridge, passing remarkable wildlife and river birds, including herons and egrets.

Later in the day, iconic Crabber boats, rowers and yachtsmen keep up a great tradition in the villages, where there is friendly rivalry, especially between the awesome old-fashioned gigs Wasp, Joker and Hornet. The Yealm Gig Rowing Club was founded in 1991 and was the first gig club to form outside of Cornwall and the Isles of Scilly. The River Yealm Regatta, in mid-summer, encompasses a variety of sports and fireworks, culminating in a well-attended Regatta Dance on Noss Green.

Stroll down through the tranquil church yard. People have worshiped on the site of Holy Cross for over 900 years, which is within sight of St Peter Revelstoke, set high in Noss Mayo.

During the summer, a river taxi takes passengers on regular trips between Newton Ferrers Harbour, Warren Point (for access to Wembury and its beach) and Noss Mayo.

Rise early and you’ll find walkers, runners, swimmers, kayakers, paddle-boarders, cyclists, and the odd photographer or painter out there taking in the mineral water-like air.

For those horse-mad children, go to the Pony Club registered Newton Ferrers Equus: book to start the day watching the mist rise in the valley and the horses being brought into the yard with Dartmoor as your backdrop. Here, children can own a pony for the day or join in a rally or gymkhana.

Moving further afield, there is something for everyone within a short drive, cycle ride or energetic walk. Plymouth, ‘Britain’s Ocean City’, with its historic waterfront has something for everyone. Stroll the Hoe Promenade and survey the scene as you imagine being Sir Francis Drake, finishing his game of bowls while the Spanish Armada approached. Explore the cobbled streets of the Elizabethan Barbican, relax in a waterside café or seafood restaurant beside the harbour, or explore our underwater world at the National Marine Aquarium. Check what’s on at Plymouth’s Theatre Royal or The Box.

If wild open spaces beckon, then the Dartmoor National Park is for you. Topped by granite outcrops (tors) this extraordinary open space is full of surprises: unspoilt vistas, unspoilt villages - often with old-fashioned pubswild ponies, rugged river valleys, and flourishing wildlife.

Above: The River Yealm Regatta.

EAT HERE

The ever popular The Green café and deli is such a relaxing meeting place as one enters the village, next to the modern WI Hall and village green, with the most delicious homemade snacks and local produce. Further down towards the water is the Post Office with a small café of its own. Ten minutes’ drive to the east, or a very healthy walk away along the coast, is The Schoolhouse at Mothecombe, an Italian influenced café and takeaway on the Flete Estate. Venture a mere three miles to the well-equipped village of Yealmpton and try Nelli’s café or the Rose & Crown pub, or even, five miles further on, to the mainly Victorian and Georgian small town of Modbury, known for its shops’ policy of banning the use of plastic carrier bags in 2007, long before the rest of the UK. In fact, it is believed to be the world’s first plastic bag-free town! Here there a several small cafés, a highly respected local art gallery, and a variety of independent shops and traditional pubs.

DRINK UP

Finish the day at The Dolphin, The Ship and The Swan, which are all well frequented waterside pubs serving great food and local beers. The hilarious fancy dress Regatta beer race is held early in September. Elsewhere, both local and visiting yachtsmen alike find the Yacht Club, in the centre of Newton Ferrers, a very hospitable place!

Local beer is a favourite here - Noss Beer Works was set up to provide locally brewed beer to the pubs and inns of the South Hams. Try their Ebb Tide, Mew Stone or Church Ledge brews, all named after nearby nautical landmarks.

Venture further if you wish, but there really isn’t any need. Unless, of course, you are attracted to the nightlife of Plymouth’s Barbican, its Royal William Yard or an evening at the Theatre Royal.

Finish the day at The Dolphin, The Ship and The Swan, which are all well frequented waterside pubs.

Left and above: The Rose & Crown at Yealmpton. Above: Art from Brownston Gallery in Modbury.

Above and left: The Ship Inn, Noss Mayo.

South Devon SAILING

by Alex Smith and Claire Ashton

Richard Clarke at Princess Motor Yacht Sales tells us how Plymouth and the South Devon coastline offer some of the most exciting cruising waters in the UK.

Plymouth is steeped in maritime history. From the Pilgrim Fathers setting sail for the ‘New World’ in 1620 to the modern-day boat building of Princess Yachts, and recently appointed as Britain’s first National Marine Park, the city is the ideal base for cruising adventures. The seafront and ‘The Hoe’, featuring its iconic candy-striped Smeaton’s Tower lighthouse (originally built at the Eddystone Rock) and the 1935 Art Deco Tinside Lido, is lined with bars and cafes to take in the awe-inspiring views across Plymouth Sound. The historic cobbled streets of the Barbican are well worth a stroll, taking in the Elizabethan House, numerous bars, restaurants, boutique shops, art galleries and Plymouth Gin Distillery, then across Sutton Harbour lock to the National Marine Aquarium. For culture vultures, the Theatre Royal sets the stage for new West End shows and The Box is an award-winning art gallery, museum and archive.

Venturing further afield and for ‘off-grid’ serenity, the southwest is outstanding. The stretch of coastline to Salcombe and Dartmouth is particularly renowned for its epic landscapes and deep-cut estuaries. And in south Cornwall, the coastline to Falmouth, with Looe and Fowey enroute, gives you access to some gorgeous little fishing towns.

Richard Clarke, Aftersales Business Development Manager at Princess Motor Yacht Sales in Plymouth, said, “Anchoring up at Blackpool Sands in the sought-after South Hams in the height of the summer is better than anything the Med has to offer. Family-friendly beach festival ‘Tunes on the Sands’ offers a weekend of live bands and DJs with a relaxed vibe in July. Every cove, every estuary is different. From Plymouth, you can cruise to Hope Cove, Salcombe and Dartmouth to the east in Devon, and Cawsand Bay, Fowey, Falmouth and the Helford River to the west in Cornwall. The scenery is unbelievable, there’s wildlife everywhere you look and the seafood is as good as you will find. We also have some fabulous events close to home including the Dartmouth Regatta, the Salcombe Regatta, Plymouth Seafood & Harbour Festival, the Falmouth Regatta and the Torbay Air Show.’

The scenery is unbelievable, there’s wildlife everywhere you look and the seafood is as good as you will find.

Above left: The all new Princess S72 from Princess Motor Yacht Sales.

Left: Sailing in Plymouth, courtesy of SailGP.

Top right: Tunes on the Sand, Blackpool Sands, courtesy of Tunes on the Sands.

Bottom right: Turnchapel Wharf, Princess Motor Yacht Sales' facility in Plymouth.

BEST ANCHORAGE:

The River Yealm is a beautiful estuary for a quiet anchorage. Cellar Bay is near the mouth of the river, and further up you can moor up at one of the public pontoons or pick up a mooring buoy. The scenery is stunning. Its tranquillity lends itself to a spot of paddle boarding or kayaking to explore the river. Or you can take the tender up to one of the great pubs such as the Ship Inn – a lovely gastro pub with superb outdoor seating with a Caribbean inspired summer house or you can stay cosy indoors next to the fire. Across Noss Creek is the Swan Inn and across Newton Creek is the Dolphin – and you can use the causeways at low tide to stroll between them. There’s also a fabulous circular 90-minute cliff top walk called ‘The Warren’, if you feel like stretching your legs. It takes in spectacular views across the English Channel and along the rugged Devon coastline and then leads down through the woods beside the river, finishing at the Ship Inn – perfect for a well-deserved lunch.

Take the tender up to one of the great pubs such as the Ship Inn – a lovely gastro pub with superb outdoor seating with a Caribbean inspired summer house.

Above: The River Yealm.

Left: The Ship Inn, Noss Mayo, courtesy of the Ship Inn.

BEST OVERNIGHT STOP:

Salcombe in the summer is absolutely buzzing. This popular nautical town is the jewel in the South Hams, attracting a discerning crowd. It’s set on the beautiful Kingsbridge Estuary – a boating mecca for dinghy sailing, yachts, motor boats, paddle boards and kayaks. The picturesque river is flanked with many small golden sandy coves, with lush rolling hills in the background. Salcombe town itself offers a wide selection of boutique shops, delis, pubs and restaurants, and you can even join a masterclass at the Salcombe Gin Distillery. Take the little foot ferry across to East Portlemouth to walk the South West Coast Path to Gara Rock or take the cute, bunting-adorned ferry to South Sands to visit the fabulous South Sands Hotel and Harbour Beach Club Hotel for lunch or dinner right on the beach. Indulge in the spa or walk up to the National Trust’s tropical Overbeck’s garden – real proof of Salcombe’s mild and sunny micro-climate.

‘Princess Yachts have been crafted in Plymouth since 1965.’

For further information about Princess Motor Yacht Sales visit: www.princess.co.uk

Call: +44 (0)1752 600657

Email: plymouth@princess.co.uk

It’s set on the beautiful Kingsbridge Estuary – a boating mecca for dinghy sailing, yachts, motor boats, paddle boards and kayaks.

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Left: The beautiful town of Salcombe.

Top: Salcombe Gin, courtesy of Salcombe Distilling Co. Below: Salcombe Estuary, courtesy of LoveSouthDevon.

ABOARD

UK Debut of the all-new Princess S72 at Southampton International Boat Show 2023

The all-new Princess S72 becomes the latest addition to Princess Yachts’ renowned S Class family in production. Designed by the Princess Design Studio in collaboration with naval architects Olesinski and Italian design house Pininfarina, the S72’s sweeping profile features sleek styling lines and beautiful full-length hull windows. Equipped with twin MAN V12 engines at 1650 or 1800 horsepower and a resin-infused deep-V hull, the S72 delivers dynamic performance and smooth handling at speeds of up to 36 knots.

Experience the exceptional all-new Princess S72 UK debut at the Southampton International Boat Show, 15th - 24th September, available now with Princess Motor Yacht Sales www.princess.co.uk

Design

An illuminated Princess ‘crown’ logo on the transom guides guests aboard the electro-hydraulic teak-laid bathing platform where twin access steps border the large aft sun pad. The cockpit features a unique sociable U-shaped seating area with modular seating, folding teak table and servery unit – the perfect place to entertain, or to sit back, relax, and enjoy the yacht’s exhilarating performance. The cockpit bar connects to the galley unit to create an almost seamless transition from outside to in, with a glass window partition which folds up from the unit below to provide servery access when entertaining. Triple-sliding saloon doors create a harmonious connection from exterior to interior, which is accentuated with an elegant lighting design feature which flows from the outside headlining through to the main saloon.

The saloon is designed for sociable living, with a large L-shaped dining area opposite the fully equipped galley, leading to a cavernous main deck saloon with U-shaped sofa, Princess Design Studio coffee table, and an elegant sideboard unit containing a 55” UHD LED TV on rise and fall, plus companion seating with fold out table opposite the main helm. At the helm, two bespoke Princess helm seats are positioned for optimum visibility and control beside a pantograph helmsman’s door, whilst a large opening roof can reveal the main deck to the elements. Systems are accessed through an integrated Böning vessel monitoring system while, for entertainment, a Naim audio system is installed throughout the saloon, master stateroom and sportbridge.

Below deck, eight guests enjoy four beautifully appointed ensuite cabins, all bathed in natural light from elegant hull glazing, with a further twin cabin aft for occasional guests or crew. A

dedicated staircase leads from the main deck to the full-beam owner’s stateroom amidships, via a private lobby area in the lower companionway.

On the upper deck, the S72’s sportbridge invites outdoor living with a large U-shaped dining area, wet bar with barbecue and L-shaped seating forward that transforms to a sunbed. Forward on the main deck, the spacious foredeck boasts innovative sunbeds with integrated adjustable headrests, which can be converted to create additional aft-facing seats, whilst a locker between the sunbeds can be specified as an additional cool box.

The stern houses a generous garage with electro-hydraulic door and integrated launch system that comfortably accommodates a 3.9m tender creating the perfect base for watersports. Storage for two SEABOB’s is provided in an innovative locker within the garage door, while a separate transom door gives direct access to the twinberth crew cabin from the electro-hydraulic bathing platform.

Discover more online: www.princess.co.uk/boat/princess-s72/ Call: +44 (0)1752 600657

Email: plymouth@princess.co.uk

Journey in TIME

This period property stands proudly in its row of handsome bay-fronted townhouses, on the very edge of Plymouth Hoe and just moments from Plymouth’s delightful old port, better known today as the lively Barbican.

It is a property that must be viewed to be appreciated, its many period features creating a lovely feel. It features a kitchen and separate dining room, with an additional breakfast room opening out into the garden for long, leisurely mornings. A period fireplace is the jewel in the crown of the bay-fronted sitting room, with the stairs leading to four double bedrooms- two with ensuite shower rooms. The top floor bedroom has beautiful parkland views from its small balcony, along with a very spacious bathroom. And outside, a pretty, historic walled garden creates your very own oasis of calm within the city.

Outside, a pretty, historic walled garden creates your very own oasis of calm within the city.

PLYMOUTH HOE

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

3 reception rooms

EPC: E

GUIDE PRICE £495,000

NEWTON FERRERS 01752 873 311

Backing onto open fields, it puts distant views to the coast and countryside in the picture.

Sanctuary COUNTRY

Full of light, thanks to glazed areas that connect the indoor living spaces with the private terraces and gardens outside, this spacious property sits less than half a mile from the sea at Thurlestone Beach.

Backing onto open fields, 21 Mead Drive puts distant views to the coast and countryside in the picture.

The property features a large sitting room with dual aspect windows and wood burner, plus sliding doors through to the dining room/conservatory.

The kitchen and breakfast room is the hub of the house, a place for the family to come together and with sliding doors into the garden opening it up for mealtimes al fresco. A utility room with access to the integral garage is a practical addition to the ground floor, which is completed by an annexe with its own private access, bedroom, en-suite bathroom and kitchen area.

Four double bedrooms occupy upstairs – one of them with en-suite – along with a family shower room and a second sitting room with its own balcony. This quiet hideaway is the perfect place to sit and take in the views with your morning coffee or weekend wine in hand.

The home’s gardens are a highlight, with decking and paved patio seating areas in which to entertain after a day at the beach. There is driveway parking for four or five vehicles too, so you’ll have no shortage of space for visitors.

THURLESTONE

5 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: D

GUIDE PRICE £1,250,000

KINGSBRIDGE 01548 857 588

Serenity ULTIMATE

St Ann's Chapel sits in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Beautiful in its own right, it is also just a stone’s throw from lovely Bigburyon-Sea, home to the iconic Burgh Island Hotel and location for many a family day at the beach.

St Ann's House is at the heart of the village, with lots of space inside, pretty, low maintenance gardens, and views across open farmland to the sea beyond.

The double-front house is the perfect family home, with a light and airy ‘L-shaped’ kitchen/breakfast room with French doors out to the garden. Also accessed from the kitchen is a handy cloakroom/ WC. A dining room is the perfect place to entertain after a day at one of the many beaches nearby, with its French doors also opening into the garden. A wonderful feature fireplace with wood burner creates a cosy ambience in the sitting room, with three bedrooms – including one with ensuite – and a family bathroom completing the accommodation.

Outside, timber gates open onto parking for as many as four cars. The rear garden is laid to lawn, with pretty planted borders and beautiful views to the coast.

KINGSBRIDGE

3 bedrooms

2 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: E

GUIDE PRICE £525,000

MODBURY 01548 831 163

A dining room is the perfect place to entertain after a day at one of the many beaches nearby

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The quintessential beach house, this three-storey home is perfectly placed to enjoy morning swims and early evening mackerel fishing as the sun begins to set on another day in Torcross.

Goodwinds is immaculately presented, a picture window bringing those incredible views into the living room. The Start Bay Inn is just a few footsteps away, but you’ll find two dining areas and a well-equipped kitchen for those days when you do decide to eat at home. And for evenings al fresco, French doors open onto a decked seating area out back.

Four bedrooms are ready to welcome guests, with the front bedrooms looking out to sea, whilst those to the rear look across to the Slapton Ley Nature Reserve. Outside you’ll find patio seating with a sea view to the front, while those all-important private parking spaces are at the rear.

The quintessential beach house, this three-storey home is perfectly placed to enjoy morning swims and early evening mackerel fishing as the sun begins to set on another day in Torcross.

TORCROSS

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

2 reception rooms

EPC: E

GUIDE PRICE £700,000

KINGSBRIDGE 01548 857 588

Paths and steps meander down to a sun terrace, heated swimming pool, hot tub and summerhouse, with the path beyond continuing through a garden gate onto Sandhills Road, only a short walk from North Sands beach.

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The Pines is a hilltop house with a view. Reimagined in recent years, this spectacular property combines modern day comforts with original features to create a family home of distinct character.

It is impossible to talk about it without first mentioning its gardens, truly special areas with sea, beach and countryside views. Paths and steps meander down to a sun terrace, heated swimming pool, hot tub and summerhouse, with the path beyond continuing through a garden gate onto Sandhills Road, only a short walk from North Sands beach.

The home is arranged over three floors, with lovely features to the reception areas and rooms such as high ceilings, fireplaces with state-of-the-art living gas flame fires, and vast newly installed windows that allow the light and those stunning views to flood in. From the stylish kitchen/dining room, French doors open onto an impressive terrace that runs the whole length of the

property. Commanding views over the gardens and out to sea, the slate and glass terrace is an exquisite venue for alfresco dining on warm summer evenings.

Three good sized bedrooms, including stunning master and guest bedroom suites with en-suite bathrooms occupy the first floor, branching off from the galleried landing. There are two further bedrooms to the third floor, each with its own ensuite. A range of ancillary rooms complete the line up, from a cloak room, utility room and boot/dog room, to a detached annexe with views down to the pool and out to sea. The perfect place for stirring inspiration, it makes an ideal home office.

SALCOMBE

5 bedrooms

5 bathrooms

3 reception rooms

EPC: D

GUIDE PRICE £3,500,000

SALCOMBE

01548

844 473

The LOOKOUT

With development of The Lookout, a stunning new build home on the South Devon coast, coming to its end, Director Paul Rose at PMR Architecture tells us how projects like these go from pipe dream to dream coastal home.

Not far from the bustling fish and chip shops, souvenir stalls and buckets and spades of Paignton’s seafront on the idyllic South Devon coast, is a quiet street in a spectacular location. On one side of the road are the quaint and colourful beach huts synonymous with English holiday resorts; on the other a collection of houses that are a perfect example of ‘a stone’s throw from the sea’. With stunning outlooks over the sea from Hope’s Nose to Berry Head, these houses are so close to the water that you could quite literally skim stones from their terraces.

It was here that Mr and Mrs Smith, who were living in the neighbouring Torquay at the time, came across the tired, old Lookout Hotel. It was an abandoned building gradually being eaten away by the storms and the sea; unloved and on the verge of falling down. However, this dilapidated hotel had a huge amount of character with its lighthouse-esque turret, New England verandas and mock Tudor timber work. They knew this site had potential to create a stunning home fit for Grand Designs and they couldn’t pass up the opportunity to create something amazing.

They realised that such a project would provide a huge number of challenges and it was at this point that their paths crossed with local RIBA chartered architecture practice PMR Architecture, headed up by myself Paul Rose and John Collar. With offices in Devon and Sussex, we have a huge amount of experience in designing bespoke new build houses and renovating coastal homes to create spectacular designs that defy the windswept elements of the South coast, and work on projects from conception right through to completion. We were the perfect partners to help the Smiths develop their dream. We sketched out the plan to replace the collapsing hotel with a stunning new build house, which would retain the characterful elements of the site’s previous life. The site, proposed house and surrounding buildings were all painstakingly modelled in 3D software, demonstrating the vision of what this project could be to the Smiths, the neighbours, and the local planning department. When it was time to get boots on the ground to make this dream a reality, local building company Lee & Lee Extensions & Conversions Ltd were brought in to realise the ambitious project.

Located on a tight site, exposed to the full force of the wind and weather, the build involved a huge amount of teamwork and relied on the teams’ extensive knowledge to ensure the project developed smoothly. During the process, the neighbouring hotel came up for sale and Mr and Mrs Smith saw the opportunity to purchase the site and develop this into two striking new homes to really make their stamp on their local area whilst the build was ongoing.

The finished design’s ‘jewel in the crown’ is the reinstatement of the turret; a spectacular circular room off of the master bedroom, featuring the best of the views and complete with domed ceiling lit up like a starry night sky. The turret forms a key focal point to the outside of the house, including the curvaceous red zinc roof and base of curved brick that forms the porch to enter the house. Through the front door you enter a light washed vestibule space, before passing through the glazed partition into the main living space. A curved ceiling overhead, with discrete LED lighting and a sunken conversation pit, adorns this open plan kitchen / living / dining room.

They knew this site had potential to create a stunning home fit for Grand Designs and they couldn’t pass up the opportunity to create something amazing.

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Top: PMR Architecture’s drawing of what the properties will look like once finished. Above: The existing building before construciton work started.

An elegant spiralling oak stair, crafted by local master craftsmen Radford Joinery and adorned with copper balusters and huge slot windows like a giant version of those in a lighthouse, takes you up to the upper floors. Every floor features an expansive balcony overlooking the sea, each providing a different perspective on the esplanade below. The aforementioned master bedroom features a jacuzzi bath and spacious dressing area, whilst two smaller bedrooms include fun features and bold patterns for when the children and grandchildren stay over. On the top floor is another stunning bedroom within the apex of the roof. From the bed here your view of the sea is entirely uninterrupted. The ensuite features a bold freestanding copper bathtub and a waterfall shower. A cinema room is tucked away to the rear of the house, alongside a top lit cosy office and a gym; all complete with bespoke joinery that really show the Smith’s tastes and personality in the fittings. Hidden behind the property is a concealed Moroccan-style garden including beautiful, handcrafted tiles, a perfect space for entertaining during the balmy South Devon summer evenings.

Now fully settled into their new home, Mr and Mrs Smith said of the process: “The process to develop our dream home at The Lookout has been a once in a lifetime opportunity and we’ve felt fully supported by the team throughout. We feel that we’ve really made our mark with the house and have been able to express ourselves within the build. There have been challenges along the way, but we never doubted PMR Architecture’s ability to turn each of these difficulties into an opportunity to create an even better house at the end of the project.”

The couple are looking forward to spending long evenings sipping a glass of something cool on the balcony and making the most of being so close to the beach. It's not just the perfect location in the sunny days of summer, but also during those atmospheric autumn and winter storms, where the sky will change almost minute by minute to provide a dramatic backdrop to the warm and luxurious spaces of their new home.

The neighbouring properties will be coming to market in the New Year and will offer similarly spectacular views and designs complementing The Lookout. Get in touch with Marchand Petit Totnes on 01803 847979 to find out more.

There have been challenges along the way, but we never doubted PMR Architecture’s ability to turn each of these difficulties into an opportunity to create an even better house at the end of the project.

Luxury MODERN

Nestled in a peaceful Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, with rolling countryside to its left and Start Bay to its right, sits Taffrail. Only a few footsteps from Hallsands beach – just a minute or so to stroll with your morning coffee or evening wine – this modern, eco-friendly property has been renovated and redesigned to create a family home as special as its location.

The property has been designed to make its far reaching and uninterrupted coastal views the star of the show. An expanse of glass brings the outside in, framing the beautifully landscaped gardens and the sea views beyond. Once upon a time, the land on which Taffrail sits formed the allotments for the row of fisherman’s cottage which still stand to the rear of the property; gifted by means of compensation to the people of Hallsands when the storm of January 1917 destroyed the village almost in its entirety.

Despite a historic past, Taffrail’s design embraces the future. Attention to detail spans from the bespoke Italian kitchen with handmade Corian island and seating area, to the addition of features such as an Italian Piazzetta wood burning stove in the living room and a Jacuzzi sauna with Hammam shower in the master bedroom. Throughout the home, sliding doors open to reveal a huge, wraparound terrace, glass balustrades maximising the views.

The sitting and dining room areas are defined by a stylish wood burning stove, the room’s four sets of sliding doors opening on to the huge, tiled terrace surrounded by pillarless glass balustrading. The property was made for entertaining, whether that means al fresco dining or simply somewhere to relax, soak up the sun and enjoy the views.

The main bedroom suite enjoys amazing coastal

views through doors opening directly onto the terrace, and there’s a spa ambience to the mosaic tiled en-suite bathroom, complete with rainfall shower. A highlight of the master bedroom suite is of course the Jacuzzi sauna. Incorporated subtly into the design of the room, it sits alongside a Hamman shower and takes advantage of those views out to sea.

There are three further double bedrooms, along with a family bathroom. A library or fifth bedroom also features, along with a smart utility room with space for fridges, freezers, washing machines and tumble dryers. And after a day at the beach or on the nearby South West Coast Path, salty sea dogs can be washed off in the dedicated dog shower. Lastly, a large workshop and storeroom has acres of space for tools and the like, though the cool space would make the perfect home gym with inspiring views across the gardens and to the sea.

KINGSBRIDGE

4 bedrooms

3 bathrooms

3 reception rooms

EPC: C

GUIDE PRICE £1,500,000

KINGSBRIDGE

01548 857 588

The property was made for entertaining, whether that means al fresco dining or simply somewhere to relax, soak up the sun and enjoy the views.

Your questions answered: WHAT FLOATS YOUR BOAT?

Having direct access to water is high on the aspiration list, but as a consequence, there is always a monetary premium attached. This, of course, depends on the location, extent and type of access involved. While estuaries tend to be a favourite, wide open vistas of California-like open sea are for others, although there are times when the powerful drama of such exposed-to-the-elements locations is exceptionally uncomfortable. It is for this reason, with the exception of coastguard properties, that old properties tend to be less prevalent in these positions.

Many buyers are very converse with all the factors involved with waterside properties, but many are not! There is a great deal of difference between just having the water in close sight, or the ability to catch your breakfast from a rod off your balcony, and having your own slipway, quay, or deep water mooring.

Probably the first consideration for the waterside newbie is understanding the tides. Deeply embedded in my memory is the potential viewer, when disappointed that he could not view at a specific time due to the state of the tide on a particular property that only had tidal access, asking “Well, when does the tide allow access on a Saturday morning then?”

If keeping a boat at the bottom of the garden is the priority, moorings vary and can simply be ‘outhaul’ from the property’s frontage, or from an anchorage in an estuary. Very often the bed of the river or estuary is owned or administered by a private owner, often a major estate such as The Duchy of Cornwall or by The Crown. There are likely to be conditions and annual fees, often dependent upon the size of the boat that can be accommodated. You will also need to consider whether your vessel has a fixed or bilge keel. You may even decide to check the availability of a nearby marina berth, or the proximity of marine services.

If your aspiration is more modest, don’t assume that you will have free access to the water if you only have a paddleboard or kayak – several harbour authorities have had challenging times in recent years, with large volumes of craft swamping their areas at peak times, and as a result have now imposed annual licencing fees for the privilege of using these facilities.

Maybe you don’t want to own a boat or kayak at all but would just like to go for an early morning dip within yards of your own home. The South Hams has some of the very best wild swimming spots around. Access isn’t always as easy as it might appear however, so do just check before you take the plunge.

Despite all the considerations that should come with owning a home with water access, at the end of the day, when the sun is over the yardarm, few feelings beat being close to the water in the South Hams.

Pied-à-Terres BY THE WATER

GRAMERCY TOWERS, DARTMOUTH

This stunning and substantial riverside apartment sits in an elegant period property with direct access to the River Dart and a running mooring, plus pretty riverside terrace and parking, all within a leisurely stroll of Dartmouth town centre.

GUIDE PRICE

£1,150,000

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This second-floor apartment sits in a prime position at the heart of Totnes, yet a location beside the River Dart and views across to Vire Island create an air of calm amidst the hustle and bustle of the town centre.

GUIDE PRICE £425,000

TOTNES 01803 847979

APPLE WHARF, TOTNES

8 THE SALCOMBE, SALCOMBE

A ground floor waterfront apartment in this sought after and iconic building in the heart of Salcombe features everything you could wish for from a waterside abode: fantastic views of the estuary, sun terrace, pontoon mooring, communal heated swimming pool and gardens, and allocated parking.

GUIDE PRICE £725,000

SALCOMBE 01548 844473

OCEAN BREEZE APARTMENTS, STOKE FLEMING

Rarely do apartments like those currently available at the desirable Ocean Breeze development become available. Within a mile of beautiful Blackpool Sands and with Dartmouth and Torcross within easy reach too, the location is almost as impressive as the view.

GUIDE PRICE £395,000 TO £450,000

DARTMOUTH 01803 839190

LOCKSLEA HOUSE, THURLESTONE

Set in approximately two acres of beautifully maintained communal grounds, this spacious ground floor apartment is just a few yards from Leas Foot beach and offers superb views to the sea, golf course and surrounding countryside.

GUIDE PRICE £750,000

KINGSBRIDGE 01548 857588

BREWERY QUAY APARTMENTS, SALCOMBE

Open social spaces, large balconies, high specifications and designs maximizing stunning water views are the earmarks of this impressive development of four contemporary new apartments in Salcombe’s centre.

GUIDE PRICE £1,050,000 TO £1,300,000

SALCOMBE 01548 844473

Fall in love with a New Home at APPLEGATE PARK

Dreaming about glistening waters, sandy beaches and picturesque walks along the South West Coast Path. Many will travel for miles this summer to enjoy all that the South Hams has to offer, but why not enjoy this way of life all year round?

If you are looking to move to this beautiful corner of Devon, consider Devonshire Homes’ highquality new build homes at Applegate Park. Located in the sought-after town of Kingsbridge, this collection of stylish homes is conveniently close to the A381 linking Dartmouth and Totnes.

Applegate Park is well connected to the town itself via its own footpath link. Kingsbridge boasts plenty of amenities including two superstores, a leisure centre, restaurants and pubs. For families, there is schooling for all ages with the closest being Kingsbridge Community Primary School and Kingsbridge Community College. Move to a new home at Applegate Park and not only will you benefit from Kingsbridge’s excellent amenities, but you can enjoy weekends exploring some of the most beautiful beaches in the South Hams, including Hope Cove and Salcombe.

House hunters interested in a new home at Applegate Park, located off Belle Hill, have a variety of styles to choose from.

The four bedroom detached Thurlestone house style is a particular gem. Set to impress, this spacious home offers flexible living across three floors. Potential homeowners will discover a modern open plan living space on the lower ground floor which incorporates a highspecification kitchen with quartz worktops and integrated appliances, a breakfast room, living room and dining area. With French and folding doors opening onto the rear garden and flooding this space with natural light, this will quickly become the heart of the home.

The ground floor has a shower room, spacious bedroom and peaceful study, ideal for those who work from home. Three further bedrooms and a family bathroom are on the first floor. Create a relaxing sanctuary in the master bedroom with its fitted wardrobes and luxury en-suite shower room.

Looking for a different style? The Ivybridge could be perfect for you.

These beautiful new homes in Kingsbridge are being snapped up fast so don’t delay. Devonshire Homes’ show home at Applegate Park can be viewed by appointment only.

Call Marchand Petit’s Kingsbridge office today on 01548 857588 to find out more.

Top: The Malborough show home. Middle: Inside the Applegate Park show home. Bottom: Open plan living in the Staverton.