The Old Smithy Holme-next-the-Sea
Sleeps 2, from £910 to £1,430 per week
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Old Smithy is a luxurious conversion of a traditional blacksmiths, imaginatively refurbished to boutique hotel standards, with many original features and new contemporary features like a glass floor panel. This gorgeous quirky cottage is ideally situated in a peaceful location on the edge of Holme marshes and close to the Peddars Way with lovely views across the marshes towards the sea, with its own private bird hide in the garden, making it the perfect hideaway throughout the year for anyone interested in bird-watching, walking or simply wanting to escape. Outside there is a lovely covered front terrace and an attractive enclosed rear garden, within easy walking distance of an old smugglers pub, The White Horse and the coast.
Accommodation
Ground Floor
Entrance is via the front outside terrace and a stable door into the lovely open-plan living area with a kitchen, dining area and comfortable seating.
Living room: this is a gorgeous light and airy room which really does the "wow factor" with its original beams, stone tiled flooring, feature brick fireplace with a wood-burning stove (a wood start pack is supplied from October - March) and glass ceiling panel. It has been carefully furnished to ensure that guests have a comfortable stay, with all mod-cons provided. There is a leather sofa, two armchairs, large wall-mounted flat screen TV with BT vision, Blu-ray DVD player, Sonos music system and free wifi provided.
There's a wardrobe at the bottom of the stairs.
Kitchen: a carefully planned and extremely well-equipped quality bespoke kitchen with lovely views across the marshes from the kitchen sink. It has a built-in electric oven with halogen hob, integral dishwasher, integral washing machine, full-height integral fridge/freezer, microwave and a Tassimo coffee machine (pods not supplied). There is a contemporary breakfast bar with a copper work-top which separates the kitchen from the living area.
There is a rear door leading to the back garden.
Shower Room: with a shower cubicle, hand basin, WC, heated towel rail.
The wide staircase provides easy access to the first floor, with a hand rail. There is a wooden stair-gate at the bottom of the staircase.
First Floor
A stunning floor with a pitched beamed ceiling which runs the length of the cottage, with the sleeping area at one end and a sitting area with a sofa at the other end. In the centre of the room is an illuminated glass ceiling panel, providing additional light from downstairs, and perfectly safe to walk on!
Bedroom: Beautifully presented room with original beamed pitched ceiling and uninterrupted views across the marshes. At the far end, nestled between the beams is a king-size bed and bedside tables and lamps, with built-in chest of drawers and a digital TV with remote control and a DVD player. There is also a dressing table and stool and a hair-dryer.
The duvet and pillows provided are a mix of feather and hypo-allergenic - please
Outside
Please be aware that there is a security camera to the front of the property to cover the driveway, oil tank and parking areaThere is an off-street parking space to the rear of the Old Smithy.
At the front is a solid wooden sliding gate, which opens to reveal an attractive alfresco terrace area with a wrought iron table and two chairs.
There is a solid side gate through to the fully enclosed side/rear garden which backs onto the marshes with panoramic views. There is a sunken paved area and a lawn, together with the advantage of a private bird hide which has been carefully designed for optimal bird-watching.There's an outside table and chairs, charcoal barbecue, as well as garden benches to sit and enjoy the peaceful location. There is a public footpath close to the cottage with access onto the coastal path.
Please note that if you do wish to bring a dog (subject to max 2 dogs) to The Old Smithy, the owners have requested a £50 (per week) dog supplement they have also stated that dogs should not be left unattended in the property and must stay downstairs.
There is a wheelchair available to hire on request.
Highlights
- Peaceful location close to Holme beach and Peddars Way footpath
- Luxurious quirky cottage
- Easy walking distance to a The White Horse pub.
Good to know
- There is a private bird hide in the garden for the keen bird watcher
- There's limited head height in the bedroom due to sloped ceilings
- Located in the sitting room there is a wood burning stove.
Prices
| From | To | Price |
|---|---|---|
| Fri 12 Apr 2024 | Thu 23 May 2024 | £975 / week |
| Fri 24 May 2024 | Thu 30 May 2024 | £1385 / week |
| Fri 31 May 2024 | Thu 6 Jun 2024 | £1200 / week |
| Fri 7 Jun 2024 | Thu 4 Jul 2024 | £1070 / week |
| Fri 5 Jul 2024 | Thu 11 Jul 2024 | £1350 / week |
| Fri 12 Jul 2024 | Thu 29 Aug 2024 | £1360 / week |
| Fri 30 Aug 2024 | Thu 19 Sep 2024 | £1165 / week |
| Fri 20 Sep 2024 | Thu 3 Oct 2024 | £1070 / week |
| Fri 4 Oct 2024 | Thu 31 Oct 2024 | £1165 / week |
| Fri 1 Nov 2024 | Thu 12 Dec 2024 | £910 / week |
| Fri 13 Dec 2024 | Thu 19 Dec 2024 | £1385 / week |
| Fri 20 Dec 2024 | Thu 2 Jan 2025 | £1430 / week |
| Fri 3 Jan 2025 | Thu 13 Feb 2025 | £955 / week |
| Fri 14 Feb 2025 | Thu 27 Feb 2025 | £1025 / week |
| Fri 28 Feb 2025 | Thu 3 Apr 2025 | £955 / week |
| Fri 4 Apr 2025 | Thu 24 Apr 2025 | £1225 / week |
| Fri 25 Apr 2025 | Thu 22 May 2025 | £1025 / week |
| Fri 23 May 2025 | Thu 29 May 2025 | £1455 / week |
| Fri 30 May 2025 | Thu 5 Jun 2025 | £1260 / week |
| Fri 6 Jun 2025 | Thu 3 Jul 2025 | £1125 / week |
| Fri 4 Jul 2025 | Thu 28 Aug 2025 | £1430 / week |
| Fri 29 Aug 2025 | Thu 16 Oct 2025 | £1125 / week |
| Fri 17 Oct 2025 | Thu 30 Oct 2025 | £1225 / week |
| Fri 31 Oct 2025 | Thu 18 Dec 2025 | £955 / week |
| Sat 20 Dec 2025 | Sat 3 Jan 2026 | £1500 / week |
Prices shown includes a £30 booking fee.
How to Book
To book The Old Smithy please call us on 01328 730880 or email [email protected]
If you require our Booking Form you can download it from our website and post it completed to us.
Please also read our Booking Conditions, available on our website, before completing the Booking Form.
The changeover day for this property is Friday.