Rest, recuperate and relax at South Sands boutique hotel.
Mums and dads deserve some downtime but finding a hotel that is accommodating for both is tough. However, the stunning South Sands does just that.
The luxury boutique hotel sits right on the beach of Salcome, Devon so you can appreciate the stunning views whilst your little ones explore one of the best beaches in the South of England.
The hotel is small but perfectly formed with 22 gorgeous rooms decked out in classic New England style – perfect given the seaside location. With natural light throughout, roll top baths, nautical touches and the fresh salty smell of the sea on the hotel’s doorstep, you’ll feel immediately relaxed and calm.
Around 5 minutes drive from Salcombe in Devon, the hotel comes complete with all mod-cons. With free Wi-Fi throughout, flat screen TVs and DVD players in each room and extra beds and cots available; South Sands really is a home away from home. They even have rooms to accommodate dogs should you want to bring the family’s four-legged friend along for the fun.
Dining at South Sands is a real treat thanks to head chef, Stuart Downie’s fresh approach to cooking and love of local seafood. Downie also worked on the menu with Mitch Tonks, renowned restauranteur and food writer. For dinner, choose from a range of fresh fish from lemon sole to sea bream, or indulge in something heartier like a juicy steak from the grill. It’s easy to forget about the rest of the world when you’re at South Sands, so catch up with you complimentary newspaper over a breakfast of smoked salmon and scrambled eggs, whilst you look out at the sea and the stunning bay views.
If you’d rather have a lie in, the only thing that’s going to wake you is the comforting sound of the sea as it hits against the rocks below the hotel. Some of the rooms have double baths right by the window for the ultimate in downtime relaxation. South Sands is the perfect spot for all; whether you prefer to get stuck in to a good book and relax with a glass of red or wish to take full advantage of their exhilarating menu of watersports, shooting and sports activities that are on offer. And for little ones, walking trails and the endless adventure that the beach holds will keep them occupied for hours and hours – just don’t forget to pack the buckets, spades and SPF.
South Sands is a warm and friendly hotel that is sure to become a real favourite after just one visit.
Need to know facts
Rooms: 22
Rates: Doubles start from £150 per night. We stayed in the J Class Suite which had a stunning sea view, prices start from £275
Facilities: Extra cots and beds available, flat screen TVs, DVD Players and DVD library, free WiFi throughout, bike hire, sailing, watersports and horse riding can be arranged, dog-friendly rooms available, private terrace,restaurant and bar, watersports, sailing and walking trails can be arranged.
Check out time: 11am
How to get there: South Sands is situated in Salcombe, Devon, just over an hours drive from Exeter. Trains from London Paddington to nearby Ivybridge Station take about 3.5 hours with one change at Newton Abbot.
For more information or to book online visit www.southsands.com