A studio apartment, sleeps 2/3. The development is situated on the waterfront with a private terrace. An historic building with spectacular features such as limestone and granite walls and timber trusses. Easy access into Plymouth including a water taxi from the development. Designated parking. A stunning studio apartment in an enviable waterfront location with easy access to Plymouth Hoe and Barbican, the waterfront and ferry across to Cawsand.
Please note that the prices vary throughout the year and price shown is the minimum for that property in 2010 and are subject to availability. All prices are per property per night - short breaks of minimum 3 nights may be available outside of July and August. To check availability and to obtain an exact price for your holiday please use the price calculator and availability calendar on the Blue Chip Vacations site.
With a host of great culinary options and a host of activities to be enjoyed, from golf to canoeing, surfing and even wreck diving on an artificial reef, there is certainly plenty to see and do during your stay. From beautiful local beaches and secluded coves, to a night at the theatre, or a day spent exploring the rich history of this part of the world, Plymouth is packed with many options during your stay.
Open plan living area with 10ft floor to ceiling window that open up to a Juliet balcony.
Furnished with a wooden sofa bed, leather arm chair and a fold-out chair bed.
TV with DVD player.
Glass topped dining table with seating for 2.
A mobile dongle is provided offering wireless internet access (speed and quality of connection is dependent on mobile phone reception).
A stunning studio apartment that has been sensitively re-developed within Plymouth's Royal William Yard, to provide a fresh yet historic living space. The development is situated on the waters edge allowing you easy access to the breathtaking views up the River Tamar and across to Mount Edgcumbe, Plymouth Naval base and Devonport.
The Bosun's Locker, The Brewhouse, benefits from 10ft windows that open out to a juliet balcony and retains spectacular features such as limestone and granite walls and exposed timber roof beams that sympathetically contrast with the ultra-modern materials to accentuate the property and its heritage.
Within the development there is a cafe wine bar, art gallery, regular passenger ferries to The Barbican and if you have your own boat, the space to moor it! A short walk away, there is also the Cremyl ferry that will take you to Mount Edgcumbe. The Hoe is an historic scenic viewpoint where you can enjoy the amazing views across the Bay or visit Smeatons Tower with many interesting activities.
New for 2010 is a water taxi linking the Royal William Yard with the historic Barbican. This12-seater service will operates daily from 10am – 6pm, until September, and offers passengers a unique water perspective of Plymouth. Departure times are hourly (on the half hour from the Barbican and full hour from Royal William Yard) with a cost of £2.50 for adults and £1.50 per child.
The Barbican is close by where you can meander the cobbled streets with individual specialty shops, craft work shops and art galleries. Many local artists have won global reputations, including Beryl Cook, Lee Woods, Brian Pollard and the late Robert Lenkiewicz. There are also many interesting old pubs and cafes to visit.
If you fancy a dip then the Art Deco Tinside Lido is close by, and the beaches of Bigbury and Whitsand Bay are just a short drive away. Why not catch the Cremyl ferry across to Mount Edgcumbe Park and discover the hidden Cornish villages of Cawsand and Kingsand with their quaint old streets and family beaches?
Plymouth is a vibrant waterside city, benefiting from major investment with plenty to entertain everyone from arts and crafts, to stylish cafes, bars and restaurants, quaint tea rooms and traditional fish and chips. High end shops and unique boutiques are found within both the main city shopping area and the recently completed Drake Circus shopping mall.
Plymouth Pavilions is the South West’s largest entertainment, concert and leisure venue and holds many events throughout the year including comedians, orchestras, rock and pop groups and sporting events to name a few, there is also and ice rink an swimming pool with wave machine, Jacuzzi and flumes.
There is also a wealth of heritage and history to explore - stand where Sir Francis Drake played bowls as the Spanish Armada approached, enjoy a tour at the historic Plymouth Gin distillery, or maybe visit the National Marine Aquarium - now the largest aquarium in Great Britain with the deepest tank in Europe.
Travel links from Plymouth are excellent with a high speed travel link to London, Paddington, Plymouth City airport with daily connections around the UK, and an excellent road system via the Devon Expressway linking directly into the M5.
Modern gloss kitchen with integrated appliances including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher and fridge.
Full utensils and accessories including a microwave, kettle and toaster.
Sleeping
Situated in the living area there is sofa bed that can be conveniently hidden away during the day.
Bathroom
Bathroom comprises a large shower cubicle, wash basin, w.c. and heated towel rail.
Parking for one car.
Development is situated directly on the waterfront.
Regular ferries to Cawsand, Mount Edgcumbe and Plymouth Barbican.
Cafe/wine bar within the development and walking distance to local bars.
Regular bus service into Plymouth centre from outside the development.
