Useful Information

Accommodation The conventional beds in a property will comfortably accommodate the number of people stated (except where two figures are shown ie. 14/18+ sofa beds and/or z beds  are provided) but due to space constraints there may not always be sufficient seating in one room for the whole party.

Gas, Electricity and Oil are included in the rental price with no additional charge unless stated

Beds/Bed Linen
All bed sizes are standard (4'6" double and 3' single) unless otherwise stated. Pillows and duvets or blankets are provided. Linen and towels are not provided unless otherwise stated and tenants must therefore provide bottom sheets, duvet covers, pillow cases, towels, tea towels and bath mats. Linen hire services are available - please refer to the Agent. Booking forms will be sent to tenants with final confirmation of booking.

Cots & Highchairs
Cots and highchairs can be hired where they are not provided at the property. If they are provided please warn the Agent that you will be using them, so that we can ensure they are accessible.

Pets
PETS ARE ONLY ACCEPTED WHERE CLEARLY STATED IN THE PROPERTY DETAILS - please bring bedding, bowls etc, and do not allow your pets in the bedrooms or on any furniture. Pets must not be left unaccompanied in any property and must be kept under control at all times.

Tenants' pets/visiting pets are not allowed either in the premises of 'Non Pet' properties or across the boundary of the property. This restriction is often due to allergy related problems and must be strictly adhered to.

Mobile Phones
Mobile phones do not always work in Salcombe although most mobile phones appear to work in the majority of areas apart from North Sands. Again, Dartmouth coverage is not total but reception is available in most areas.

Driving

Visitors should be aware that part of the character of Salcombe is some narrow roads, particularly towards North and South Sands, where passing is often very difficult. In addition, the Devon lanes can be very narrow (single track with passing places on occasion) and winding, with high road sides covered with vegetation. From March to June this is largely a wonderful display of primroses, snowdrops, bluebells, campions, foxgloves and cow parsley!Part of the character of Dartmouth are the numerous narrow and one way streets. Above Town, in particular, is very narrow in places and only wide enough for small cars.

Parking
Where available, is stated in property details. Street parking is sometimes possible outside the town centres but this often causes problems for local residents. Tenants are encouraged to use the Park and Rides which are open during the holiday season and operates frequent buses to the centre of town. In Salcombe long stay car parking is available at Shadycombe Road from October - April and at the Creek Car Park, Gould Road from May - September. Weekly tickets (approx £28.00 p.w.) are available at the SHH office, Salcombe Information Centre or at the Newsagents, but a space is not guaranteed (usually available before 10am and after 4.00pm). Some property owners have provided a permit for the main town carpark, which allows a vehicle to park at no cost to the visitor. However, it must be made clear that these permits do not guarantee a space, and must not be used in the numbered reserved parking area, but are also valid in other car parks which belong to the South Hams District Council, including the Dartmouth Park and Ride scheme. Where a car park season ticket is supplied with the property, tenants will be required to pay a refundable deposit.

Cleaning
With regret, because of the high number of letting properties in Salcombe and Dartmouth, and restricted number of cleaners all properties must be cleaned by tenants prior to departure. If you require any help during your stay we can arrange cleaning for you (at an additional charge).

Character Properties Many of the properties are older cottages dating back to the last century or earlier. It is important to remember before booking your holiday in one of these properties that part of the charm of such properties are the characteristically low ceilings doorways and beams. They often have steep narrow stairs and because of low or sloping ceilings, may have limited clothes hanging facilities. Many were also built before the introduction of damp proof courses and cavity insulation.

These points are particularly important to note if your party has any elderly or very young members. Thatched rooves and beams can attract spiders and cobwebs reappear very quickly after being removed. We feel having made these points, however, that these are all aspects of such properties that add charm and character and would not hesitate to recommend them if these features are understood. If you are unsure, please ask.

Local Services
Include linen/cot hire, catering, sailing/windsurfing tuition, powerboat handling, boat hire and baby sitting. Call Salcombe Tourist Information Centre 01548 843927 or Dartmouth Tourist Information Centre on 01803 834224 for advice.

Ferries

Weather and tide permitting these operate:

Salcombe/East Portlemouth - Throughout the year

Salcombe/South Sands - Beginning April to end October

Salcombe/Kingsbridge - Mid May to end September

Lower Ferry - Dartmouth . Bayards to Kingswear

Higher Ferry - Dartmouth. Dart Marina to Kingswear

Both operate, weather conditions permitting, year round

High Season: 2010	29th May - 5th June (Spring Bank Holiday) 3rd July - 4th Sept (Salcombe) 17th July - 4th Sept (Dartmouth)
Christmas/New Year: 2010	Some properties have specific rate - see individual details
Mid Season: 2010	3rd April - 17th April (Easter Holiday) 11th - 13th May (Dartmouth Music Festival) 12th June - 3rd/17th July 4th September - 18th September October Half Term Weeks
Low Season:	All other dates

 

The above dates refer to Saturday-Saturday bookings
or the nearest changeover day to such.