East Taphouse Holidays

Arrived and door access code didn't work - had to phone and then it was messaged to me. The bathroom skirting boards were really dirty. The kitchen was really basically equipped with only wine glasses for cold drinks. Reported on arrival but no action taken. Property however was perfectly serviceable and comfortable with contemporary design. The walk up to the apartment car park was very hard work with endless stairs!!!

Very comfortable bed, nice big window, decent sized room with good facilities. The owner was very happy to help with fresh milk delivered and good suggestions for local food places.

In a word: wonderful. Situated directly on the esplanade, the house (which, by the way, has moved a few doors down from the Westcroft property) has sea and beach views that keep you relaxed and entertained in equal measure. Sarah, the hostess, is welcoming, personable and helpful, and she readily shares her encyclopaedic knowledge of the area. We enjoyed National Trust properties, stunning local walks and unspoiled places to swim. Breakfast, with gourmet touches, is beautifully presented and really delicious. Sarah's slow-roasted tomatoes were a huge hit. Our bedroom and ensuite were cocooning and charming, with views over the delightful courtyard garden (other rooms have stunning sea views). The house is beautifully decorated with antique furniture and paintings. If you tire of sightseeing, the guest snug offers old-world comfort and charm as well as a sea view. The pretty twin villages have a café/bakery, a well-stocked village shop and several pubs offering food. We dined at the Devonport Inn, where the fresh fish is cooked to perfection. The very narrow streets and walkways mean that everything is just a short walk away. You can leave your car in the central car park and step back in time.