Omega House - Three Bedroom Apartment, Sleeps 6

This elegant luxury property is set in Kingswear’s quiet historic Conservation Area, on the South West Coast Path, via the side gate to Prince’s Steps; ideal for exploring the area by foot, including The old Battery and National Trust Coleton Fishacre. All in South Hams National Landscape.
Opposite the house are public steps down to Colins Quay, the Dart, and a petite beach perfect for crabbing or launching a paddle board. Enjoy Kingswear pubs and fresh caught local fish and chips Friday nights from the Fish Shack.
Omega is 300m from the lower ferry to Dartmouth with its award winning restaurants, bars, cafes, shops and galleries. Visit the Royal Naval College, Dartmouth Castle or Castle Cove for beach days and a secluded swim. Take the ferry to National Trust Agatha Christie's Greenway House, or cruise on Britain's last beautiful river paddle steamer Kingswear Castle, June to September on the enchanting river Dart. Steam trains from Kingswear station chuff to Paignton and back for The Harbour Lights restaurant, old harbour and Fairy Cove or pier.
Kingswear and Dartmouth have a warm microclimate where spring comes early and the magnificent Magnolias bloom from mid February onwards, along with Camelias, Japonicas, purple Periwinkles, primroses and daffodils. Visit in March or April to catch them in their full glory. The micro climate also allows giant agave, tree ferns, palm trees and other subtropical flowers to flourish.
Dartmouth has a Food Festival, Music Festival, Regatta, and Christmas Lantern Parade, why not book for one of these entertaining special events.
The light filled first floor apartment with outstanding views of the harbour, river, castle and out to sea, is the main part of Omega House, the lovingly designed and built home of renowned local author Don Collinson, seamlessly blending antique and contemporary furnishings.
Access by side steps up from the parking area. Entering you are greeted by the stylish contemporary open plan kitchen dining room, excellently equipped making it easy to prepare family meals around the oak table for six with spectacular views of the river Dart.
Adjacent, the elegant spacious lounge area to relax and watch the boats sail by. Features include, floor to ceiling windows with stunning views, Georgian stone fireplace, with Smart TV above, leather sofas, oil paintings, bespoke Art Deco Blue Bird stained glass door, a Steinway Upright piano and board games.
Along the hallway are three bedrooms all with built in wardrobes : a dual aspect master with great views of the river, castle and harbour, King Size Sleigh bed, and Victorian Chaise Long, a twin room with big picture windows, and basin, and the double with Victorian cast Iron and brass bed, basin and side views of the harbour.
The bathroom has a freestanding roll top, clawfoot tub for an indulgent soak, a walk in shower, and high level WC. There is also a separate WC adjacent.
Sliding doors from the kitchen dining room lead out onto the balcony, with outstanding panoramic views, a lovely spot for breakfast, or cocktails with family and friends. Spy seals sunbathing on the seal platform in the summer months. A courtyard to the side, again with great views has a Webber BBQ, teak table with six sturdy chairs, and outdoor crockery enabling everyone to enjoy al fresco dining.
Omega House boasts a stunning elevated position overlooking the shimmering waters of the River Dart.  When you first enter this stylish first-floor apartment, you will immediately be drawn towards the floor to ceiling windows to marvel at the stunning panoramic views. Enjoy the spacious south facing balcony, perfect for breakfast and morning coffee, a totally relaxing space at any time of the day, beautiful sunsets with a cocktail is of particular appeal. With three bedrooms, spacious family bathroom, on-site parking and a fabulous location within walking distance to local amenities, it’s the perfect destination for your coastal holiday. 

Sleeps: 6.
Bedrooms: 3.
Beds: 1 x King, 1 x Double and 2 x Single beds.
Bed linen and towels:  Bed linen and towels provided for free at the property.
Accessibility: First floor apartment, accessible via steps.
Kitchen and utilities: Fully equipped kitchen area with ceramic hob, oven, fridge/freezer, washing machine, Bosh dishwasher, POD coffee machine, DAB radio and microwave.
Facilities for families: Stair gate, high chair and travel cot (please bring your own cot linen).
Outside: Balcony and courtyard with Webber BBQ and outside seating.
Side gate:  leads to Princes Steps. Very useful for the South West Coast path a third of the way down.
Pets: Three Pets allowed.
Parking:  Parking for 1 car provided.
Note - Driveway is steep and unsuitable for long wheelbase or estate vehicles. Please be aware the Owners have a storage area in the property on the ground floor. Omega House is the apartment on the first floor. Beacon Road has restricted access max width 6 foot 6 inches. For wide and/or long cars parking at the top of Church Hill on Ridley Hill. Access down Princes’ public steps (approx 88) enter Omega via side gate. Suite cases can be wheeled along Beacon Rd to Omega, to avoid carrying down steps.

Nearest beach: 1.6 miles.
Nearest amenities: 0.2 miles.
Changeover time: Check in at 4pm. Check out at 10am.
General:  Free WiFi provided.
Important notes: No smoking. 
EV charging in Noss Marina new multi-story carpark - 10 chargers. Recommended 4 hours charging, price to park for 4hrs £4.60. 4-5 hrs £6 From Noss there is a lovely three hour walk to Greenway Agatha Christies home NT and a ferry that takes you from there to Dittishman, another from Dittisham back to Noss. In Dartmouth Mayors Avenue Car Park there are 2 more but 4 hours car-parking is £6 and return ferry is £14 ! So not worth it.

You may need to pay an Accidental Damage Deposit or Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver for this property. Where applicable we will contact you in good time before your holiday with further details and to take payment.
Pets information:
Pets are allowed at this property by prior arrangement only. Extra charge may be payable (up to £30 per pet per week). Please contact the holiday cottage agency directly after booking to arrange.

Pets - allowed


Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to guest upon receipt of full payment.