Sleeps 16 | 9 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms + shower room | 3 dogs | EV charging | Private foreshore

Overview of Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse

Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse offers something quite different from a conventional large holiday house. Set within six acres beside a peaceful tidal creek of the Salcombe and Kingsbridge Estuary, the property sleeps 16 across a collection of characterful cottages and a converted boathouse.

The arrangement is ideal for several families, generations or groups of friends who want to holiday together while retaining their own space. Apple Tree and The Love Shack sleep seven, Windfalls sleeps five and The Boathouse sleeps four. Between them there are nine bedrooms, several living areas and three separate kitchens.

The waterside setting is a major part of the experience. The grounds tumble gently towards approximately 800ft of private foreshore, where an old lime kiln provides a memorable spot for barbecues and meals beside the creek. At suitable tides, guests can take one of the rowing dinghies onto the water, while an additional Wayfarer sailing dinghy is available for experienced sailors.

The surrounding countryside feels wonderfully secluded, yet East Portlemouth and the sandy beaches of Mill Bay and Sunny Cove are around a mile away and East Prawle nearby. From East Portlemouth, the passenger ferry crosses the estuary to Salcombe for shops, restaurants and harbour life.

This combination of separate accommodation, space outdoors and genuine access to the water makes Goodshelter particularly appealing for milestone celebrations, extended family holidays and groups who want much more than simply a large house with enough beds.

Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse at a Glance

Who is Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse Best For?

This is an excellent choice for large groups who want to spend a holiday together without having all 16 guests living under one roof.

Grandparents can have their own cottage, different families can take separate accommodation and couples can enjoy more privacy while everyone remains within the same small group of buildings.

The layout is equally appealing for groups with children because several living areas allow different generations to relax independently.

Sailors, kayakers and guests who simply enjoy being beside the water will find the creek particularly special, while walkers can explore the quieter eastern side of the Salcombe Estuary and reach beaches and the South West Coast Path without travelling far.

Why is Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Sleeps 16 across four distinct accommodation areas
• Nine bedrooms for flexible group stays
• Approximately six acres in a secluded creekside setting
• Around 800ft of private foreshore
• Rowing dinghies available for exploring the creek
• Waterside lime kiln barbecue area
• Three dogs welcome
• Mill Bay, Sunny Cove and the Salcombe ferry nearby

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse sleep?

The complete property sleeps up to 16 guests across nine bedrooms.

Is everyone accommodated in one building?

The accommodation is split between Apple Tree, The Love Shack, Windfalls and The Boathouse, all within the same farmstead setting.

Is Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse dog friendly?

Yes. Up to three well-behaved dogs are accepted.

Can guests use boats from the property?

Rowing dinghies are available and a Wayfarer sailing dinghy can be used by experienced sailors. Use is subject to conditions and tides.

How close are the beaches?

Mill Bay, Sunny Cove and the beaches around East Portlemouth are approximately one mile away.

Can you get to Salcombe without driving?

Yes. The passenger ferry crosses from East Portlemouth to Salcombe, making it easy to visit the town without driving around the estuary.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse

The nine bedrooms are divided between Apple Tree, The Love Shack, Windfalls and The Boathouse.

This creates an unusually flexible arrangement for a group of 16, with different families or generations able to occupy their own part of the property.

Group Accommodation Layout

Apple Tree sleeps five within the main cottage, with The Love Shack adding a separate king-size bedroom for two.

Windfalls sleeps five across a king, twin and single room.

The Boathouse sleeps four in one double and one twin bedroom and sits closest to the creek.

How does the layout work for a group of 16?

The arrangement is particularly effective for three or four family units travelling together.

One family can occupy Apple Tree, another Windfalls and a smaller family or couple with children can use The Boathouse. The Love Shack gives another couple their own detached bedroom and shower facilities.

This means the group can spend days and evenings together while still having separate kitchens, lounges and bedrooms to return to.

Bathroom Layout

The accommodation provides five principal bathrooms plus a separate shower room serving The Love Shack.

Apple Tree:

• Ensuite bathroom to the principal bedroom
• Family bathroom
• Additional downstairs cloakroom

The Love Shack:

• Private ground-floor shower room

Windfalls:

• Family bathroom
• Ensuite shower room to the principal bedroom
• Additional ground-floor WC

The Boathouse:

• Family bathroom with bath and shower over

Facilities & Information at Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse

The facilities are spread across the different cottages, which is a major advantage for several families sharing.

Apple Tree has a traditional living room with an open fireplace, separate snug and kitchen. French doors open onto a paved terrace overlooking the field, providing easy access to the grounds.

Windfalls has its own open-plan kitchen and living room with sofas, television and dining space, plus a separate utility room.

The Boathouse has another open-plan living and kitchen area with seating, television, dining space for four and its own deck overlooking the surrounding landscape.

A communal laundry room is available for the group.

Outdoors, the grounds are one of Goodshelter's strongest features. Guests can walk down through the field towards the creek and approximately 800ft of private foreshore. The old lime kiln beside the water provides a particularly attractive setting for outdoor meals and barbecues.

The available rowing dinghies create the possibility of exploring the tidal creek from the property itself. At suitable tides it is even possible to row towards South Pool, while experienced sailors can arrange use of the Wayfarer.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Apple Tree Kitchen	Electric hob, double oven, combi microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer
Windfalls Kitchen	Oven, hob, microwave and fridge freezer
Boathouse Kitchen	Oven, induction hob, combi microwave, dishwasher and fridge freezer
Living	Several separate lounges and a snug
Fire	Open fireplace in Apple Tree
Laundry	Communal laundry room
Boating	Rowing dinghies and Wayfarer sailing dinghy
Outdoor	Gardens, terraces and six-acre setting
Waterside	Approximately 800ft of private foreshore
Outdoor Dining	Lime kiln barbecue area and picnic spaces
Children	Travel cot and highchair
Parking	Ample
EV Charging	Available for additional charge
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Maximum Occupancy	16
Bedrooms	9
Main Bathrooms	5
Additional Shower Room	1
Dogs	Up to 3
Parking	Ample
EV Charging	Additional weekly charge applies
Foreshore	Private tidal frontage
Boat Use	Subject to tides, experience and guest responsibility
Beach Towels	Guests should bring their own
Beach	Approximately 1 mile
Preferred Changeover	Friday
Check-in	4pm
Check-out	10am
Short Breaks	Available

Location & Things to Do Near Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse

Goodshelter sits on the quieter eastern side of the Salcombe and Kingsbridge Estuary, close to East Portlemouth and surrounded by the rural landscapes of the South Hams. It is a particularly rewarding location for groups who enjoy beaches, boating and walking but want somewhere peaceful to return to.

Mill Bay is around a mile away and is one of the best family beaches on this side of the estuary. The sheltered sandy shore looks across the water towards Salcombe and is ideal for swimming, paddling and rock pooling. Continue along the coast and Sunny Cove provides another beautiful stretch of sand with views across Salcombe Harbour.

From East Portlemouth, the passenger ferry crosses directly to Salcombe. This makes it easy to spend a day exploring the town's independent shops, cafés and restaurants or arrange sailing, paddleboarding and boat trips without driving around the estuary.

Walkers are exceptionally well placed. The South West Coast Path follows the eastern side of the estuary past Mill Bay and Sunny Cove before heading through increasingly wild coastal scenery towards Gara Rock and Prawle Point. A popular circular walk from Mill Bay covers around 3.5 miles and takes in woodland, secluded coves and dramatic clifftop views.

Prawle Point, farther along the coast, is Devon's most southerly point and a superb destination for walkers and wildlife enthusiasts. The headland is particularly known for birdlife and wide views over the English Channel.

Closer to Goodshelter, South Pool makes an attractive outing, particularly when tidal conditions allow an approach by water. East Prawle offers another traditional South Hams village stop with its well-known pub and access to further coastal walks.

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