WOW! Excellent from the word go.
Lynne met us and showed us around. The apartment is bright, really clean, with lovely crisp white cotton bed linen (and superb, big bed), lots of towels and pillows. Lynne's gifts of chocolates and wine (plus milk), were much appreciated - the wine was gorgeous. The apartment has very modern appliances; a lovely SMEG toaster, a "pod" coffee maker; the fridge was super with lots of freezer space too and ice packs to take out and keep out shopping cool. Plenty of pots, pans, utensils, loo rolls, kitchen roll, foil, bin liners, tea, coffee (and coffee pods) - we only needed to buy food. There was even some salt, pepper and olive oil left by previous occupants.
Must also mention the huge washer/dryer (soap powder provided).
The views were stunning and it was a really great temperature by the coast at Kalkbay. The local restaurants and coffee shops, boutiques and bars were great. We particularly enjoyed our last meal at Live Bate at the harbour, sitting by the window overlooking the crashing waves (we had booked and were give a great table). Superb squid and prawns. It's a short walk down (about 100) steps to the main street and these steps are right next to the property. Walking back up is good exercise! However, there are other streets and walkways you can take to come back up the hill which are rather more gentle if required!!
This is a great location for golfers, being an easy distance from both Westlake Golf Course and the lovely Clovelly. When at home, we parked our car outside the garage on the forecourt and used the garage itself to store our suitcases, golf clubs and other clutter. For those concerned about security, we felt this was not an issue. The front door (with spy hole) and front grille offer great protection when entering the property from the road, and the walls on all other sides are extremely high, as this is the top of a tall building.
I cannot fault the apartment. It does not get afternoon sun, but the morning sun shines from dawn and is wonderful - the terrace is a superb place to eat and read. The beach and lovely tidal pool and also some of the local bars and restaurants will give loads of afternoon sun if required.
Thank you Lynne for being so welcoming. We will be back!