Living with Host, Self-Contained
Arty Basement flat. Large, airy, open plan, very cosy space. Tastefully and quirkily decorated. Fully equipped for all cooking/cleaning needs. Designated cooking area, complete with 2 induction hobs, small cooker, microwave, toaster, and kettle. (Air fryer available on request). Comfy TV area with large widescreen TV (with Sky Sports/Netflix etc) AND ADDITIONALLY... a new TV projector with pull down screen for viewing from the comfort of your kingsize bed. Separate entrance/exit through garden. Self contained, for sole guests use, with hosts living separately in the house above this basement flat.
A pool table can be set up if requested...doubles up as table tennis/long multipurpose table! Can provide for single or double occupancy room.
Patio doors open to a generous sunny garden with an apple tree. Quiet, sought-after residential location. Only a 7 minute drive (35 mins straight walk) to the main theatre. On the main bus route, with buses running frequently.
Guest Parking
Ample free parking on streets around the property
The Area and Transport
Situated in Mannamead, one of the most sought-after areas in Plymouth. Patio doors open to a sunny garden with an apple tree. Quiet, residential location. Just a 7min drive (35 min direct walk) to Theatre Royal in City Centre. On a direct main bus route with nearby stop.
Included amenities
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This space is not shared with anyone else.
The entire basement area is for private use solely for the Guest. There is unlocked door access at top of stairs to Hosts' house...only used for initial arrival and as emergency exit for guest.
Excluded Facilities
The entire basement area is for private use solely for the Guest. There is unlocked door access at top of stairs to Hosts' house...only used for initial arrival and as emergency exit for guest.
What you can expect from these Digs
The Host states that their property offers a child-friendly environment
Easy access to garden. Ample space for child to sleep in fold down bed.
The Host indicated the following health and safety measures.
General Sanitary and Hygiene Measures
Hand sanitiser provided
Soap for each sink provided
Check in/Check out times allow for thorough cleaning between Guests
Separate towels provided
Laminated house rules/welcome book provided
Bins are emptied and cleaned regularly
Rooms cleaned during stay (as agreed with the Guest)
Other
Bathroom can be ventilated
Smoke detector on every floor and in working order
All water taps have been run if left standing for a significant period of time
Fire evacuation advice provided
Property decluttered where possible
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Contactless key collection
Non-slip mats provided
Fire blanket or extinguisher present and in-date
Any electricals are PAT tested (if applicable)
Letting Compliance Currently there are no licence requirements for these Digs.
Gas Safety
This Host has indicated that this property is not connected to a gas supply and therefore is not required to show a Gas Safety Certificate.
1 Bedrooms, sleeps 2 Guests
The maximum Guest limit for this space may differ from the total capacity of its rooms.
Additional visitor levies may apply. Please check visitor levies by area.
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These digs are special. Lovely location. Your own entrance is through a beaufiful garden you can relax in. A massive comfy bed, a kitchenette with everything you need to cook properly and plenty of room in general. Stylish lighting and coolest of all a projector with a big screen you can watch from bed! Would highly recommend.
13th Jul 2026
Ah great! Thanks John. Was a pleasure to host you.
Had a lovely stay with Mark and Paloma they were so friendly and welcoming from the get go! The digs had everything I needed even a projector to watch tv in bed! Free parking was a big bonus too will definitely book to stay again :)
3rd Jul 2026
Thanks Tanisha. Was a pleasure to host you
Great place, very spacious and had everything I needed and more. Mark and Paloma were lovely and they were able to accommodate my bike. I would definitely stay here again!
18th May 2026
This was my second time staying in Mark's flat and I am already excited for my third time. The space is perfect and has everything you would need to feel like you're in a home during your time in Plymouth. The walk to the venue is a literal straight line and is a really nice wind down after a show. Taxis and buses were also really easy to take for when it rained. Mark is a fantastic host and is incredibly communicative and helpful. I couldn't recommend this place more.
20th Apr 2026
Literally the best digs I’ve ever stayed in.
Amazing space with the most comfy bed. Couldn’t recommend highly enough !
2nd Mar 2026
Great! Thanks James. Was a pleasure to host you.
I spent 4 weeks here and it was wonderful. I felt like it was my little home. It’s a big open space, quirky, and as described, arty. It was wonderfully warm, even during the day, when so often, digs can be cold. The cooking facilities were easier to manage than I first thought (though a few more saucepans/trays would make it even better. I’m quite sure, if I’d asked, Mark and Paloma would’ve provided them. Btw- they were both absolutely lovely. I just REALLY enjoyed the space- highly recommend!
12th Feb 2026
Lovely self contained digs, warm welcome with everything you need. Not too far from town, perhaps 30-40 min walk. Also close to PureGym for anyone that needs that. Really enjoyable two weeks spent here
14th Jul 2025
Hi Tim. Glad you enjoyed your stay so much. A pleasure to host you. Kind regards. Mark and Paloma
I wish I could take Mark, Paloma and their basement on the rest of my tour with me. Such lovely welcoming and kind people. They apartment is really beautiful, spacious and cozy. I really did have such a nice time here and would book again when I come back to Plymouth.
6th Jun 2025
Wow… thank you for such a great review Adam. Very kind. We really enjoyed hosting you. The perfect guest. Come back whenever you’re down the SW again.
Fantastic accommodation. Would have no hesitation in staying again. Mark and Paloma were so lovely. The accommodation is a bus ride or a 35 minute downhill walk. Loads of buses. I walked in and caught the bus back from just outside the Theatre Royal. 10 mins journey time and very regular. The self contained accommodation is very well equipped and has everything you need. Comfy bed, safe and free parking, and very private. Thank you Mark and Paloma.
7th Apr 2025
Thank you David. It was a pleasure to host you. And it was a great show!
Great stay with Mark and Paloma: both of whom are welcoming and very accommodating. It's a great little basement-flat and its got just about everything you need for a comfy stay. Perfect for my needs and about a 12-15 minute drive to TRP. Would most certainly stay again!
12th Dec 2024
Perfect accommodation for theatre digs. Very friendly hosts. Thank you!
27th Sep 2024
Thanks very much Bill. A pleasure to host you
The place is pretty private and the hosts are lovely. The apartment itself is basic and in need of modernisation, has a very simple kitchenette area - not a kitchen. But, you can make it work. It is an old fashioned basement and has no windows (only double doors at the front) so the space is quite damp and musty - in nice weather you can try and leave the doors open long as possible. Nice enough 40/45 minute walk down the hill to the theatre 👍
16th Jul 2024
Brilliant digs! Very spacious, self-accommodated digs with everything you could need to feel comfortable. Paloma showed me in and was lovely, I didn't meet Mark but he was very friendly and helpful over messenger- I loved the artwork! Wouldn't hesitate to stay again!
17th Apr 2024
This is my favourite place I've stayed at whilst being on tour! It's as described, but feels so spacious, and I was a huge fan of the art and decor. An easy enough walk to and from the theatre, and the taxi's are decently priced as well. Would love to stay again.
10th Apr 2024
Thanks very much, Luca. It was great having you to stay! Welcome back any time!
Fantastic digs, easy bus ride into town. Mark was great and brilliant communication and really kind when I arrived later in the week as I had been unwell. Would definitely book again.
29th Feb 2024
These are fantastic digs! Mark and Paloma were very welcoming and accommodated myself, my partner and our 5 month old baby. The basement has everything you need, washing machine, cooking facilities and tons of space, self contained with private access and parking. It’s an easy 30 minute walk into the theatre. I walked in to work and got one of the regular buses home, it’s on several routes so never had to wait long. I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend or stay here again! Thank you!
13th Feb 2024
Thanks Morgan. It was a pleasure having you both plus baby. Kind regards. Mark and Paloma
I had a great stay in the Arty Basement! Mark and his family were incredibly welcoming. It has everything you could need and is very much self contained with a separate entrance. I highly recommend booking it!
13th Nov 2023
Thanks Felix. It was a pleasure hosting you. Regards. Mark
Excellent stay. Mark and Paloma are very welcoming hosts and also respected privacy throughout my stay. The apartment has everything you could need and is very spacious but also cosy. Very comfy bed, well equipped kitchen and modern bathroom. Separate entrance through garden makes it’s very easy to come and go without disturbing the hosts who live upstairs. Location is perfect with an easy 30 minute walk into the city centre or plenty of buses. Would highly recommend others to stay.
31st Oct 2023
Thanks James. You were a perfect guest.
Mark and Paloma were lovely and very accommodating. The basement flat is perfect and quirky and huge! It has everything you need. It's quite a way from the theatre, but the walk keeps you fit and there are plenty of buses. Didn't want to leave!
20th Jun 2023
Thanks Emily. It was a pleasure to host you. You were the perfect guest!
Had a wonderful stay with Mark. The basement room was absolutely perfect. Access straight from the garden so no need to disturb the hosts. The room has been equipped with everything you need to cook, wash clothes and relax. Absolutely recommend.
31st Mar 2023
These digs were wonderful! Well equipped, delightful decor, and very cosy. Mark was very friendly and helpful. Buses in to town were regular and consistent, so getting to and from work was easy. Would recommend to anyone!
24th Mar 2023
Thanks Maceo. Was a pleasure to meet you.
Great little self contained space! Comfy bed and good shower. Quite a walk to the theatre, but regular buses to the centre.
13th Mar 2023
Great Digs to stay, Lovely converted basement. Very well equipped and cleaver.
Walk into town is lovely and there are plenty of taxi options
7th Feb 2023
Fantastic stay. The flat is lovely and exactly as advertised. Mark is a fantastic host - exceedingly communicative, helpful and friendly. I’ll definitely be staying here again.
30th Jan 2023
A half hour walk to the theatre, over the hills of Plymouth, but well worth it! Mark and Paloma are lovely, the room is very comfortable and set up like a “Bond” lair (complete with sliding panels). Will definitely stay again.
17th Dec 2022
This is a great stay!! I had a brilliant stay and was super comfy for the whole stay! The apartment has everything you need and is very well equipped! Mark and his wife were very helpful and so accommodating! Would definitely stay again!
4th Nov 2022
Thanks for your review Rory. It was a pleasure to host you both.
A lovely week staying in the Arty Basement. Mark and Paloma were very welcoming and very helpful. I would definitely stay here again.
24th Oct 2022
Thanks for kind words Jade. You were a perfect guest.
Would definitely recommend these digs. Plenty of space and very well equipped!
24th Jul 2022
Absolutely perfect. I loved the quirky photos and paintings, the sexy legs sink and the pool table. Great to be able to cook too. It's not down the road from the theatre but there is a direct bus and I walked in every day as it was downhill. Loved it
27th Jun 2022
Perfect stay in a large open plan room, novel kitchen set up, lovely people and super quiet area. Was perfect!
15th Jun 2022
A fantastic self contained flat that has everything you need to cook - hobs, microwave, kettle, toaster etc. The drive into the theatre was really easy (about 8 mins) and Mark and Paloma were lovely hosts. Highly recommended!
1st May 2022
Thanks Ryan. Was a pleasure to meet you
This was a lovely self contained digs option for Plymouth, probably best suited for those with a car. The flat had everything you needed to cook, clean and do your laundry. Mark and his family were excellent hosts, I would definitely stay here again
15th Feb 2022
A nice and private spot which was roughly 7 mins drive from town. Mark was super friendly too. Thanks for having me!
15th Dec 2021
Great digs.Everything you need in a very spacious studio flat.Good location as well but be warned, uber don't operate in Plymouth so a taxi home cost £8.This including the bus in to town brought the total to £50pn.Very friendly hosts, don't hesitate!
11th Nov 2021
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