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On The Beach - Stylish coastal cottage
Welcome to On The Beach, a beautifully renovated three-storey cottage which sleeps 8 in the heart of the charming seaside village of Torcross. Just moments from the shoreline, this stylish coastal retreat combines character, comfort and contemporary design, making it the perfect base for family holidays, coastal adventures and relaxing escapes on the South Devon coast. Throughout the cottage thoughtful design detail, bespoke joinery and marble finishes create a warm and welcoming atmosphere.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews
Longbeach House - Torcross -"Secret Spot".
Longbeach House - "Secret Spot" is a fabulous private beach-style retreat for two. Perfect for beach lovers, coast walkers & hikers. Newly renovated by Oliver & Purchase in their signature retro style with up cycled materials and furnishings. A cool, self contained groundfloor studio flat in the heart of Torcross with private entrance and off road parking. Startbay beach pub 5 mins for local caught fish & ales. Stokeley Farm Shop with cafe, restaurant & local brewery 15 mins walk around lake ..
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4.95 out of 5 average rating, 406 reviews
Stunning home on beach, SW coast path+hot tub (6)
Situated on the beach, right on the South West coast path & opposite national nature reserve & freshwater lake (Slapton Ley) this house +hot tub is ideal for walkers, bird watchers, sea swimmers, wildlife lovers, AND it's dog friendly. Beautifully furnished, fully equipped and huge! The living room & open plan kitchen diner are very spacious indeed as the house is actually a 4 bed, but we list it as 2 bed to attract smaller groups out of season - choose which 2 bedrooms you want for your group!
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 24 reviews
Beautiful Cottage in Stokenham overlooking the Sea
A lovely attached cottage, own private garden, parking space, shared use of the main house gardens and pool looking out to sea in the heart of the South Hams. A beautiful historic house renovated with cool retro decor, super-fast WiFi, hardwired TV with Netflix in a cosy sitting room. As a charming old building, the cottage has some low doorways that the taller amongst us need to be aware of! Great bathroom. Well equipped 'eat in' kitchen and comfortable bedrooms with fresh linen and towels.
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4.81 out of 5 average rating, 172 reviews
Sea Swallow-Luxury 3 bed,private beach& spa passes
Sea Swallow is a new, Luxury 3 bedroom 2 bathroom apartment within the stunning Woodside Beach property. Nestled in the most prestigious location in Salcombe and on the SW Coast Path, Woodside Beach has unrivalled views of the estuary and access to its own private beach. Sea Swallow exudes an effortless coastal chic style with a fresh nautical colour scheme and soft sumptuous furnishings. Sorry no toddlers, 7 years and above. Complimentary Spa passes to the Harbour Hotel Spa (2mins walk)
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 48 reviews
S Hams, 7 bed/6 bath, luxury, sea view,8-14 guests
A luxury, modernised home with spectacular sea views ideally placed for the South Hams. The main house sleeps 10 guests in 5 bedrooms (3 king ensuites plus 1 king and 1 twin sharing a large luxury bathroom). There is a basement cinema, 2 lounges, dining room and laundry rooms. Above the large games room are 2 additional , ensuite, superking bedrooms ( without the sea views of the rest of the house.). The Lodge sleeps up to 14 in total, perfect to accommodate larger gatherings in comfort.
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 39 reviews
Bright & Contemporary, Parking, walk to Beach/Pub
With its bright, modern interior & south facing garden, Start Bay Retreat offers the perfect base for exploring the beautiful South Hams. Set in the village of Stoke Fleming, within walking distance to the stunning blue flag beach at Blackpool Sands. Fantastic village pub & Italian within "staggering” distance. Dartmouth is 4 miles away with its fine selection of shops & restaurants. The breathtaking South Devon AONB coastline is on your doorstep with the coast path only minutes away.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 221 reviews
Luxury beachfront apartment with an amazing view
Apartment 16 on Burgh Island Causeway offers: - Spectacular Burgh Island views from the balcony/window seat - Direct access to a beautiful sandy beach - Sea tractor rides to historic Burgh Island - Water sports: surfing, paddle-boarding, kayaking - Walks on the South West Coastal path - Dining at local restaurants & a fully-equipped kitchen for home cooking - Nearby attractions (see guidebook) Whether it is adventure or relaxation you are looking for, you'll love this prime location.
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 212 reviews
No 1 Beesands - perfect seaside cottage
Beautifully presented seaside cottage with stunning views over Start Bay. Situated in the heart of South Hams an area of outstanding natural beauty. The South West coast path runs directly in front of this fishermans cottage stepped with history making it ideal for active holiday makers as well as photographers,artists and ornithologists. With 3 bedrooms it is ideal for a group of adults or families. It is cosy in the winter with an Aga ,open fire and central heating.
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4.93 out of 5 average rating, 40 reviews
Appletree Cottage at Cotmore Farm
Appletree Cottage at Cotmore Farm is a gorgeous oak-and-slate stable barn conversion in a quiet courtyard on a small farm just minutes from the sea: it will pamper you with its luxurious airy interiors and at the same time soothe your soul in the absolute peace and tranquility of rural South Devon, where miles of twisting footpaths and quiet sunken lanes lead to the many sandy coves and safe, award-winning beaches for which this part of England is justly famous.
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4.94 out of 5 average rating, 163 reviews
Hidden gem for two in Beeson
Rose Byre is a stunning, recently refurbished barn conversion, set in a pretty walled courtyard with private parking. Ideal for exploring this outstanding area of South Devon. Beesands with its renowned pub & fish restaurant and the coastal path are less than a mile away. The barn is situated approx. 6 miles from Kingsbridge and 8 miles from Dartmouth. Salcombe is easily reached by foot ferry from East Portlemouth 5 miles away.
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4.99 out of 5 average rating, 234 reviews
The Owl's Nest
Take it easy at the unique tree house getaway nestled within a woodland in South Devon. A tranquil location allows for anyone staying in this cosy cabin to have a relaxing and memorable experience. Unwind in the hot tub set amongst the treetops and enjoy the sauna with its view into the forest. This location is only 15 minutes from various beaches and has an easy 10 minute walk to the local pub. No children or infants
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4.98 out of 5 average rating, 309 reviewsPopular amenities for Start Bay holiday rentals
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4.96 out of 5 average rating, 47 reviews
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5.0 out of 5 average rating, 3 reviews




