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Private and secluded accommodation
Stunning Coastal Location
Large private garden
Large comfortable communal area
Converted Former primary school
Warm and inviting sitting room
Ropes course on site
Secluded campfire area & low ropes course,
Self catering facilities available
Clean and cosy dormitories
Stunning views across Start Bay
Stunning Coastal Location
Large private garden
Large comfortable communal area
Converted Former primary school

FSC Start Bay Centre, Kingsbridge, Devon

Sleeps 20 - 41 8 Bedrooms 41 Dining

Activity centre in South Devon sleeping 41 with low ropes course and garden for group outdoor pursuits and family celebrations

Bookings Available: For self-catered short breaks or longer stays at selected times throughout the year

Sorry - no hens or stags.

FSC Start Bay Centre is located within a mile of the sea. This old School sleeps up to 41 in 8 bedrooms. Set within its own grounds the property is surrounded by beautiful countryside. Enclosed gardens with a large lawn, BBQ and campfire area, low ropes course and safe play area are ideal for group activities and games. Games are available to borrow.

1 x 3-bed, 3 x 4-bed, 3 x 6-bed & 1 x 8-bed - mainly bunks. The property has individual communal showers and toilets as well as 3 en suite bathrooms. Bedrooms are situated at either side of the dining room and common room on both floors.

Limited disabled facilities. There is ramp access to the property and 2 en suite rooms that are good for easy access. Accessible washroom and toilet. Downstairs accommodation. The grounds around the property are accessible.

Dining capacity in one sitting is 41 with long style tables for everyone to sit round to share a meal together. The kitchen is fully equipped with everything needed for a self-catering stay including a 6-ring gas hob and double oven. Microwave, fridges and freezer, dishwasher, kettles, toasters, large pans and all utensils and crockery.

Large cosy sitting room area adjacent to dining room with interactive whiteboard. Sofa and chairs to seat everyone. There is a common room with TV, WiFi and games. Also a separate chalet outside with table tennis table (please note the chalet is currently unavailable, pending repairs).

Parking for 15 cars. Well behaved dogs are welcome for a small charge. There is also an area for camping and a safe, fenced in pond area.

Slapton Village is a short walk away which provides facilities including a community village shop selling fresh produce and two pubs (the Queens Arms and Tower Inn). For walkers and cyclists both the Southwest Coast Path and NCN 28 run close by.

Enjoy the Start Bay coastline with spectacular scenery and a wide range of opportunities for exploration and relaxation. Go surfing at Batham, kayaking at Slapton, watch the seals or visit the Lighthouse at Start Point, relax on the beach at Slapton Sands or discover Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve.

Facilities

Dog Friendly

Well behaved pets welcome, charged at £20 per dog per stay

Accessibility

Limited disabled facilities. Accessible wash room and toilet. Downstairs accommodation and centre grounds are accessible.

WiFi

Mobile reception and Wi-Fi available throughout.

Kitchen

6 ring gas hob and double oven. Microwave, fridges and freezer, dishwasher, kettles, toasters, large pans and all utensils and crockery.

Dining Room

Long style tables for everyone to sit round, with seating for 41 so everyone can share a meal together.

Sitting Room

Large cosy sitting room area adjacent to dining room with interactive whiteboard. Sofa and chairs to seat everyone. Games and books available.

TV and Music Facilities

An interactive whiteboard is available for use with a laptop (provided) or bring your own.

Games Room

A common room with TV, WiFi and games. There is a chalet with table tennis table (currently unavailable), an outdoor firepit and low ropes course.

Heating and Open Fires

Central heating throughout. There is a camp fire area in the grounds, firewood can be supplied and is chargeable.

Bedrooms

1 x 3-bed, 3 x 4-bed, 3 x 6-bed & 1 x 8-bed - mainly bunks. 3 rooms are en suite with ample communal showers and toilets located around the property.

Linen

Please note this is hostel style accommodation and whilst we supply linen we do not provide a bed making service. Please bring your own towels.

Bathrooms

3 en suite bedrooms and 4 communal showers. 6 toilets.

Children's Facilities

Large garden, low ropes course and safe play area with games available. Interactive whiteboard, board games and table tennis area.

Outdoor

BBQ area and terrace, fire circle with seating, low ropes course, area for camping and safe, fenced in pond area. Ample parking.

Swimming Pool

The nearest swimming pool is located in Kingsbridge or Dartmouth.

Parking

Parking for approximately 15 cars.

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted in the building or grounds.

Booking Information

Holding deposit:
Exclusive use: £500 or 10% of the total booking fee (whichever is higher). Full payment required for bookings £500 or less. Invoiced at time of booking, payment due within 28 days of invoice to secure booking.

Balance of the booking cost:
Total booking cost minus the deposit paid. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less).

Refundable damage/security deposit for exclusive use is £500. Required 8 weeks before arrival (or at time of booking if 8 weeks or less).

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FSC Start Bay Centre

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Location

The old school is located within the quiet village of Slapton. A hidden gem, a mile away from the stunning South Devon coast, with easy access to the beaches (5 mins – 25 mins).

  • Easy access to Dartmouth,Kingsbridge (8 miles) & Salcombe (14 miles). Totnes is 30 minutes away offering mainline train station, making this easy to reach from further afield.
  • A very well stocked community village shop run by volunteers adjacent to the site. Stokeley farmshop is located 2 miles away offering local produce. Supermarkets are located in nearby towns.
  • The Queens' Arms and Tower Inn are located within the village. Very easy walking distance. Cafes and additional pubs are situated at Torcross with spectacular views out to sea, a short drive (5 mins).
  • Exeter International Airport, 32 miles.
  • Totnes Station (12 miles) on the South West Main Line. Direct trains to Bristol (1.5 hours), London Paddington and Birmingham (3 hours).
  • Slapton village (half a mile). Daily bus service to Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Plymouth.

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