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Situated in the pretty hamlet of West Buckland, within a 15-minute walk of the popular surfing beach of Bantham and the South West Coast Path, The Old Milking Shed is an immaculately presented, beautifully converted dog-friendly barn. The property has three en suite bedrooms (two doubles, one twin) accommodating up to six people. There is also an open plan kitchen/dining room, sitting room with wood burning stove, sunroom and cloakroom. Outside is an enclosed garden with table and chairs for al fresco dining, outside shower and barbecue, plus parking for 2-3 cars. Whether you are looking for accommodation for family, friends or a group of couples, this is wonderful base near the coast! Pond located in front of barn - young children must be supervised at all times.Strictly No well behaved dogs are welcome - please supervise when outside.

The picturesque coastal village of Bantham lies at the mouth of the River Avon close to Salcombe, Kingsbridge and Bigbury Bay with the famous Burgh Island, deep in the heart of the South Hams. A tiny unspoiled village comprising of whitewashed thatched cottages, a village store and a popular village pub The Sloop Inn, the village is within a short walk from Bantham Beach, voted one of the top beaches in all of Europe, its soft shallow sands ideal for swimming and paddling making it a popular for families. Lying in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the estuary and surrounding areas are a natural haven for wildlife and popular with walkers who can enjoy the magnificent scenery along the coastal footpath, the village of Thurlestone a half hour walk.