Key Features
- Property code: KIMCOT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Located on the outskirts of the pretty thatched village of Ringmore, South Devon, is Kimberley Garden Cottage, a ground floor apartment with private garden and deck with beautiful views out to sea. Providing the perfect holiday retreat for couples or a family, this comfortable and well equipped property offers high standards of accommodation and comfort whilst providing an excellent base from which to visit the superb local beaches and explore further in the beautiful South Hams. Five minutes’ walk from the fantastic village pub and many other gastro eateries within a short drive, ample parking and enclosed garden with sea views, Kimberley Garden Cottage is ideally located for the coast, the nearby beaches and the countryside, at any time of year.
Key Features
- Property code: KIMCOT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Ground floor accommodation
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Located on the outskirts of the pretty thatched village of Ringmore, South Devon, is Kimberley Garden Cottage, a ground floor apartment with private garden and deck with beautiful views out to sea. Providing the perfect holiday retreat for couples or a family, this comfortable and well equipped property offers high standards of accommodation and comfort whilst providing an excellent base from which to visit the superb local beaches and explore further in the beautiful South Hams. Five minutes’ walk from the fantastic village pub and many other gastro eateries within a short drive, ample parking and enclosed garden with sea views, Kimberley Garden Cottage is ideally located for the coast, the nearby beaches and the countryside, at any time of year.
Steps from driveway lead to a level pathway and entrance. Ground Floor: Light and airy Living room, wall mounted TV and DVD, portable CD player/radio, wifi. Dining area with table to seat six. Smart contemporary kitchen with electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge with ice box, dishwasher, washing machine. Large sun room with easy chairs, the perfect space to relax, additional dining table to seat four with sea views and door leading to the garden and patio.
Bedroom 1 with 5ft King size bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers. Sumptuous en suite bathroom with large walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC. Bedroom 2 with 2ft 6inch Twin single beds (which can be linked to form a 5ft double - if required please advise at time of booking) wardrobe and dressing table. Family bathroom with bath and electric shower over, hand held shower, basin and WC.
Private garden for guests exclusive use laid mostly to lawn and shrubs with a breathtaking decked viewpoint looking towards Bigbury Bay, furnished with garden chairs. Patio area with garden furniture and charcoal barbecue, rotary dryer. The owners' have friendly dogs in residence, who may greet you from time to time at the gateway.
The small village of Bigbury is a great spot for a holiday. It’s just a couple of miles from the beach and gives easy access to the scenic South Hams and the wild beauty of Dartmoor. It has a Post Office and shop, and keen golfers will be pleased at its proximity to the Bigbury Golf Club and its stunning views right across Bigbury Bay. The rest of the family will be thrilled by the superb sandy beach at nearby Bigbury on Sea – a favourite among families, surfers and dog walkers. If you’re tempted to take to the waves, you can book a lesson with the Discovery Surf School.
Nearby in St Anne's Chapel is a great family and dog-friendly pub, the 16th century Pickwick Inn, serving excellent locally sourced food and drinks with an Italian themed restaurant. Alternatively, you can sample some local seafood at the family-friendly Oyster Shack, on the back roads between Bigbury and Aveton Gifford.
Those looking to refuel on the beach will enjoy the open air Venus Café in Bigbury on Sea. Or for something a bit different, the 14th century Pilchard Inn, perched off shore on Burgh Island, is a firm favourite among visitors looking to have a tipple in a traditional drinking tavern. The island's famous hotel makes for an exquisite destination for anyone looking for a special meal out.
At low tide, cross the sand causeway to Burgh Island and climb to the top for a fantastic view of the bay, and if the tide is in, don’t panic! You can climb aboard the sea tractor for a ride unlike any other!
A holiday cottage in Bigbury provides the perfect base for a seaside holiday in unspoilt South Devon countryside.
Parking for two cars on gated shared driveway.
- Included: Bed linen, bath towels, Wifi, electricity and central heating
- Pets: One well behaved dog welcome. Pet Charge: £30.00 per pet per week
- Telephone: No telephone, mobile signal good
- Facilities: Beaches: Several sandy beaches within walking or driving distance. Well stocked Shop and Post Office 5 minutes' drive. Pub in village. Golf course 10 minutes drive. Modbury 5 miles and Kingsbridge 9 miles.
The Journey's End Inn
(Less than a mile)
(27)
A good combination of friendly village local and destination food pub with plenty of space including a large beer garden for summer and cosy open fires in winter. The chef draws on his travels to create high quality British and Thai cuisine along with tempting deserts and healthy kids' options.
The Journeys End Inn Ringmore, Kingsbridge TQ7 4HL (T: 01548 810205)
We had such an amazing Sunday lunch here! Table of 13, the food amazing and the service was impeccable. Paul the host ensured we had such a lovely experience, he even introduced us all to Pashmak which the children (and adults!) loved. A lovely lunch to remember on such a special holiday.
October 2023
Essential to book well in advance as always busy.We did not book and were unable to get in.
September 2023
Fantastic Sunday lunch
September 2023
A wonderful, real pub. Can recommend the delicious Sunday Roasts.
September 2023
Loved the food here , the best we had we keep coming .
August 2023
Weren't able to secure a booking during our stay as it's a very popular place, so advise pre-booking before you arrive!
July 2023
Tried twice to book but could not accommodate us. Need to book well in advance. Spoker to other gusts and they were full of praise.
July 2023
Book early for evening meals and Sunday lunch. Very friendly atmosphere and welcome to dogs. Garden has improved massively in recent years. Ale and food as good as ever. Nice mix of locals and regulars.
June 2023
This is our favourite place for a meal in the area. Fantastic food and amazing atmosphere.
June 2022
Excellent food and beer and a friendly welcome
April 2022
A brilliant,lauthentic 13th century pub, great food and ales straight out of the barrel, a MUST visit
March 2022
Friendly pub but menu could be more varied
October 2021
Best meal of our holiday. Very good food, well presented at a reasonable price. Good atmosphere and service too.
September 2021
Oh my!!!! If you can get a table here the food is fantastic!!! You need to book well in advance. It is dog friendly and very cosy inside. Highly recommend
August 2021
Amazing food.Lovely pub. Brilliant Sunday lunch. Very friendly. Loved it. We ate there 3 times and it was always excellent.
August 2021
Welcoming pretty pub with excellent service. Delicious lunch in the gorgeous back beer garden. A few more shading umbrellas would be have been good though.
July 2021
Friendly and welcoming!
November 2020
Really atmospheric pub with really nice food, very welcoming staff
October 2020
Lovely accommodation and Bigbury is a lovely beach to watch the windsurfers and you can also hire. Narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse..........quite a lot as tractors use the lanes as well. A very enjoyable holiday, thank you.
September 2020
Very rustic atmosphere with kegged ales on racks. Lots of history abut the place with friendly staff and a good range of bar meals. You must book well in advance
August 2020
A lovely pub and they made us and our dogs very welcome. The food is excellent.
June 2019
Walk from car park is very steep for those with mobility issues. Even worse returning in the dark , no street lights. Not being locals we were unaware that the road went around in a loop! Food good.
September 2018
We always enjoy a visit to the Journey's End. Excellent, well kept real ale, and, if we liked cider, would probably add a similar comment about that. Good food, using excellent local seasonal ingredients. The menu caters for a wide range of tastes and ages. Dogs welcome. Problem is booking a table, especially for a large family.
September 2018
This delightful quintessentially 'olde world' country pub would make a good destination for lunch after a morning down at Ayrmer Cove. There's a link between the pub and the play of the same name written in 1928 by the writer RC Sherriff. Have a stroll around the impossibly pretty village of Ringmore and don't leave without visiting the 13th century church of All Hallows, where there's a magnificent and rare medieval wall painting.
September 2017
Fabulous country pub excellent food, service and ale a wonderful experience chef here is exceptional
July 2017
It looks so beautiful from the pictures, well it could be, under electric box cupboard and the dining room windowsill the cobwebs where that big we had clean them away. The bedroom with 3/4 bed was only big enough to house the bed no room either side. The armchair in the living room wasn't good to sit in it had collapsed & every time you sat in it you fell through it. Towels didn't smell fresh had to wash them before we could use them.
June 2017
Our favourite pub, ever, in the world (and we've been around a bit!) We return again and again and again! The noodle dishes are amazing; I always promise myself I'll try something different but still keep gorging on noodles! Very excited to actually be staying in Ringmore this time round (usually we are in Bigbury on Sea) so plan lots of meals here! The beer battered cod was great too and nearly defeated a ravenous young chap - no mean feat! The building itself is brilliant with lots of little rooms and a great atmosphere. When we were there last they were setting up a pizza oven in the garden...can't wait to go back and try it! Yum yum!
April 2017
Pickwick Inn
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Friendly local pub in prime location for a refreshing drink or a bite to eat on the way back from the beach. Serving a good range of local beers and ciders on tap alongside a simple, well cooked menu.
The Pickwick Inn, St Anns Chapel TQ7 4HQ (T: 07775 700230)
Limited menu and not particularly well furnished or clean.
September 2023
Nice to see it's open again
September 2023
Working hard to get back on its feet. Service is friendly. Average pub food and well kept ale. Dog friendly and generally friendly all round. Piped music needs variation please. Looking forward to seeing the new look garden.
June 2023
Venus café - Bigbury on Sea
(2 miles)
(16)
Welcoming and friendly, this branch of the Venus café has lots of delicious options for children and adults alike. Homemade Devon burgers, breakfast baps, cakes, coffees and ice creams are available either to eat on the terrace or take away.
The Venus café Warren Road, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4AZ (T: 01548 810141)
Great food
September 2023
Good quality food, freshly cooked. Friendly and helpful staff.
September 2023
A perfect place to get lunch, drinks, ices etc, very pleasant and helpful staff. Would certainly go back.
August 2023
Service is friendly and swift but the standard of fare is poor to average and the prices are high.
August 2023
Very handy beside the toilets. Good range of hot snacks.
June 2023
It’s ok for basics
May 2023
What a fabulous beachside cafe, we just stopped for a cup of tea on an overcast and breezy day at Bigbury-on-Sea. The cup of tea was lovely and what made it even better was the 100% compostable and recyclable cup! Well done Venus!
April 2022
Oh way over priced! Couldn't believe it was £7.24 for a coffee and 2 slices of toast! The lady behind me bought 2 coffees and 2 choc brownies in wrappers - £13.50 !!!
September 2021
Very pleasant and friendly beach side cafe.
June 2021
Great coffee with good view.
July 2018
Good little café next to the beach.
July 2018
A welcome cafe to serve the beach. We enjoyed the coffee and the cheesey chips.
June 2018
The best coffee we had all holiday!
July 2017
April 2017
Reliably great food though very busy at peak times so go early! Also love the Venus at the Dartington Centre.
April 2017
Great burgers! Right by the beach. Busy in the summer but I guess that's a good sign!!
December 2016
The Pilchard Inn
(2 miles)
(23)
Reached either by foot across the beach or at high tide by sea tractor, this 700 year old pub once popular with fishermen and smugglers, has wonderful views and is an atmospheric spot to stop for a pint of Pilchard Ale and a baguette. Owned by the Burgh Island hotel, there is also a cafe on the beach level.
The Pilchard Inn, Burgh Island, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4BG (T: 01548 810514)
Delicious food and a fascinating building. Friendly and helpful staff.
October 2023
Lovely pub on burgh island
September 2023
A beautiful, historic building with a real 'glue-pot' atmosphere overlooking a fantastic beach, cut-off when the tide is in. But there the magic ends. The service is slow, the staff are untrained and the sea-tractor cannot be relied upon to show up to ferry customers to the mainland when the tide is in. There appears to be a general lack of interest in the customer. I would not return.
August 2023
Lovely setting. A really old and quaint pub. The menu is short and simple but we had the crevette and crab baguette, and a pasty, which we shared, and it was all delicious. Staff very friendly . Seats outside got filled quickly. I bet it’s very crowded in the school holidays.
July 2023
Friendly and welcoming staff and very good food reasonably priced. Visited twice this week and can recommend.
July 2023
Fantastic fish and chips.
April 2023
Visited for lunch last week, ordered the Crab baguette and was very disappointed. I think it was tinned and had been heavily mixed with mayonnaise!!!! (It could have been anything from tuna to god knows what) it was inedible and not one of the staff enquired why i’d Left it. Not my favourite pub in the world, it could be so much better. I’m from Cornwall and used to wonderful fresh crab ???? and we wouldn’t dream of mixing with mayonnaise. Worth a look at the pub but save your money for the oyster shack
October 2020
Loved this quaint little pub excellent food, I think the bar manager could use a few more people skills as he can come across as very curt on first impressions, but we visited a few times and enjoyed it very much.
October 2020
Much more friendly since it was taken over a few years ago worth the walk over
February 2020
very welcoming
January 2020
Great pub, lovely location. The menu was limited and food was disappointing
October 2019
Miserable staff.
September 2019
A unique pub and cafe because of the location and the character of the building; outdoors it provides a perfect opportunity to enjoy the view and watch the world go by, especially on the famous sea tractor.We enjoyed a drink in the pub, prepared to pay a bit extra for the experience, and would certainly return.
September 2019
Over the years this has become more and more expensive. Staff could be friendlier and more behind the bar would be helpful. People have to wait in the queue just to get a £1 refund on a plastic glass.
September 2018
It was clearly almost too much bother for the barman to serve me. And beer and white wine served in plastic ‘glasses ‘. We didn’t go back.
July 2018
Pleasant place for a drink on a sunny day. Very quaint.
June 2018
RidIculously expensive
May 2018
Very disappointed. Felt as if we were a tolerated rather than welcomed. Signs forbidding entrance to one of the bars and when we walked into the only permitted bar the staff member couldn't get back to his own coffee and conversation quick enough.
November 2017
Would be nice if it stayed open for a drink in the evening.
August 2017
Overpriced food, felt very unwelcome as only as small section of the pub is available to non-residents, so you are made to feel like second class citizens.
June 2017
Very atmospheric tho the food is limited with sandwiches being brought down from the hotel so you can't ask, for example, for cheese and chutney without the chutney for fussy children! Having spent many holidays in Bigbury on Sea no visit is complete without a wander over to The Pilchard at low tide. Parents can sit above the beach and watch the small ones rockpooling in safety. Its magic!
April 2017
Lovely old pub over looking the beach and water but service inefficient
April 2017
Proper smugglers' tavern in a brilliant location. We sat outside in the sun while the kids played down on the beach. Perfect! Didn't try the food.
December 2016
The Gastrobus
(2 miles)
(20)
A great mobile café selling high quality burgers, breakfast baps and other light meals, cakes, coffees and ice creams in an idyllic location next to Bantham Beach. Open every day, weather permitting.
The Gastrobus, Bantham Beach, Bantham TQ7 3AN
Good coffee in an unexpected location
April 2024
Enjoyed cuppa and cake here.
July 2023
Great food but had to wait 35 minutes for our burgers.
July 2023
Excellent coffee on the beach.
June 2022
Overpriced
May 2022
What a find, lovely staff and delicious food and so nice to see such a choice.
May 2022
Lovely friendly guys at this gastropub!
September 2021
Definitely worth the walk from Thurleston along the SW Coastal Path, approximately 40 minutes. Food was excellent, freshly cooked and delicious with some good vegetarian options too.
September 2019
Great coffee and snacks.
July 2019
Excellent food, although service might be slow if busy. Nice to easily buy food and drinks so close to the beach
June 2019
Lovely food and coffee from great people. The coronation chicken and asian slaw sandwich is definitely a candidate for the best sandwich ever. Thanks
June 2019
An excellent bar - staff friendly and gourmet burgers. Well worth a visit
October 2018
Great street food. Hot sandwiches cooked to order. Brilliant.
June 2018
Great Gluten Free Food on the beach!
June 2018
Great gastrobus the cakes & food looked fab, we went for local ice creams which were very delicious & good choice of flavours
November 2017
Very friendly staff, lovely selection of delicious snacks
June 2017
Cream teas in a box to enjoy on the beach - awesome! Every beach should have one!
June 2017
Great location, good food and definitely worth a visit
May 2017
Great coffee, great location, great food. Perfect!
December 2016
AMAZING burgers!!!
December 2016
ABC Watersports
(Less than a mile)
ABC Watersports aims to make watersports accessible to everyone, whatever your age, ability or confidence level. A local company using highly qualified paddlesport instructors, ABC Watersports offers professional guided trips, lessons and hire using paddleboards and kayaks. Perfect for families and all age groups, what better way to get out on the water and explore the West Country's breathtaking scenery ?
Click here for further details
Bigbury Golf Club
(2 miles)
(3)
A friendly cliff top golf course close to Kingsbridge, Bigbury Golf Club is a links course with spectacular views of the South Devon coast. It is an 18-hole course where you can play as an individual or as part of a group. It’s 6,035 yards for men, 5,544 for ladies and par is 70 and 73 respectively. There’s a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar, but remember that dress should be smart/casual at all times, and in the clubhouse they ask that you don’t wear golf shoes, hats, untailored shorts, general beach wear, collarless tee shirts and non-golf sportswear like tracksuits and rugby shirts. The club offers rates for groups of 6-14 and society golf days for numbers over 14. Green fees are seasonal and depend on the time of day that you’re visiting so keep an eye on the website for full details.
Click here for further details
Hubby enjoyed his golf afternoon & was lucky to play with two members who kindly agreed to let him join them. Idyllic setting and very welcoming staff and members.
October 2021
Good course to play. Very hilly on the front 9. Don't forget the VIP card for the discount. You can book tee times on their website. Take plenty of balls if it's windy. ????
June 2017
Friendly and a lovely course, with great views. Tricky in any wind!
May 2017
Discovery Surf School
(2 miles)
(4)
Based at Bigbury-on-Sea and Challaborough Bay, Discovery Surf is a fun, friendly and professional environment where the team always have a smile and a word of encouragement to go with their expert tuition. Providing the opportunity to quite literally interact with South Devon’s primary asset - the environment - they offer lessons, courses and equipment hire, as well as Stand Up Paddleboarding and Kayaking.
Click here for further details
Enjoy £10 off any booking of 4 people or more with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
Kids and wife superbly looked after by Anneka and the team. Really supportive & encouraging teachers and really help cement the joy of surfing for all involved. We'll be coming back again for sure!
August 2023
Really helpful crew of folk
July 2021
Excellent lesson in tough conditions on a windy down a Bigbury, really clear instruction, great place to srat and get in to surfing
December 2016
Had a great lesson with Discovery Surf. Two hours on the Sedgewell side of Bigbury Beach. All equipment provided, the guys really knew their stuff and we were on our feet in no time. Such a buzz, definitely recommend trying it out if you've not surfed before or want to build up your confidence in the sea.
December 2016
SUP Away
(2 miles)
SUP Away, based in the heart of the South Hams in Devon, offers Stand Up Paddle Board hire to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the area on the water. They offer the complete service – not only delivering your boards direct to your holiday cottage but also giving advice on where to go on your adventure.
Click here for further details
Bantham Surfing Academy
(2 miles)
(6)
Operating from the car park at postcard perfect surfer’s paradise Bantham Beach, Bantham Surfing Academy is run by experienced SurfingGB qualified instructors who offer tuition and coaching for all levels, including beginners, as well as supervised surfing sessions and a Kids Club. In addition to surfing lessons, the team offer Stand Up Paddle Boarding lessons, hire and tours around Burgh Island and the River Avon, and lifeguard and surf instructor tuition and qualifications.
Click here for further details
two of grandchildren had surfing lessons which they enjoyed.
August 2023
The surf lesson was great however the customer service & facilities at the beach were found wanting. The changing room was in the sand dune at the back of the container!
September 2021
Had asked to hire a board last week and the guy suggested that I arrived at 10am. I did, I waited forty minutes. No show. Apparently, we were informed this happens and even to people who have paid in advance for lessons.
October 2020
Really friendly, relaxed helpful people with good equipment.
July 2019
Amazing!!!
July 2018
My granddaughter had expert tuition and was so thrilled to be able to stand on her board. She was well looked after (5yrs)
August 2017
Challaborough Bay
(Less than a mile)
(6)
Close to Kingsbridge, Challaborough Bay is a sandy beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that’s perfect for enjoying all the seaside activities nature can afford. At low tide the beach is ideal for visiting families to build sandcastles and explore the rock pools, while the swells and shore breaks also attract surfers and bodyboarders. There are some beautiful walks along the coast path that surrounds it, heading towards Bigbury on Sea in particular. Making it an ideal spot to spend the day, the beach has toilets, a café and a beach shop close by, although access is via steps and small paths so accessibility isn’t wheelchair friendly. There is a car park but it’s rather small, so it’s good to know that a 15-minute walk to Bigbury will see ample parking available – seasonal charges apply so remember to bring cash with you. While four legged friends are welcome in the winter, they are not allowed on the beach between May and September, so do plan their walks with that in mind. It’s a lovely spot along the coast path to bring them to, you can even beach hop from one to the next!
Cempletely different atmosphere to the rest of the South Hams. Part of a beautiful coastline set amidst class South Hams countryside.
June 2023
Good if you’re staying all day with children but expensive to park, only whole day parking not good if you don’t want to stay a long tome
April 2022
I didn't like it here. I found it a bit tacky. Also on my walk I popped into the Cafe in the morning but had missed their breakfast time which ended at 11.30 and I was there at 11.34 so they refused to serve me toast with coffee! So I walked out! A guy behind me in the queue was left open mouthed and said if I go on to Bigbury I'll get it anytime I want!
September 2021
Beautiful place to watch the sunset. Good fish and chips on the beach in the evening. Wouldn’t spend the day there as holiday park attached and the beach was left absolutely covered in rubbish by the guests ????
September 2019
Lovely, & just a short walk from Bigbury on Sea car park. It also has a fantastic chip shop that does gluten free fish & chips!
August 2019
Lovely beach
April 2017
Bantham Beach
(Less than a mile)
(15)
What an amazing beach, perfect for doggy adventures, love it love it love it, the river beach is especially nice
March 2024
Lovely beach but no dog's allowed
September 2023
Lovely beach and walk over cliffs to Thurlestone. Beautiful views.
July 2023
One of the most beautiful and relaxing places on earth.
June 2023
Worth the £4.50 to park for the afternoon plenty of walking and rock pools to explore, a good wide sandy beach for people with children
April 2022
Great beach particularly at low tide
October 2021
The most extaordinary place and great for kids. Lots to see and do - great sand and very shallow waters so very safe. if you get a chance to go on the water tractor that is great.. and do visit the Pub on the island. Great day out.
August 2021
A lovely beach. £6.50 to park for the day - it's a private estate - but a shame that the owners aren't prepared to put some of the money towards improvements to the toilets - one small sink in each of the men's & women's toilets with a malfunctioning tap is not enough for a beach full of people, children & dogs!
August 2019
Lovely beach for gentle surfing with ice creams, coffee, snacks and pizzas close to the car park.
July 2019
Glorious especially at low tide.
April 2019
Best beach in the South Hams.
July 2018
Can get busy with surfers, but a beautiful place with a wide sandy beach. Lots of room for everyone.
April 2018
Beautiful beach. Nightmare of a road (especially in high season) to get to it. Worth it though when you get there.
July 2017
A short walk (less than a mile) from Thurlestone, this is a stunning beach. Lots of shallow water with sand underfoot, truly amazing.
July 2017
Fantastic sandy beach and so big. My dog loved running around and jumping into the water. Plenty of space for all.
April 2017
Ayrmer Cove
(Less than a mile)
(20)
Roughly one kilometre (20 minutes depending on your pace) from the National Trust car park at Ringmore, and with a selection of footpaths to get to it, Ayrmer Cove is a quiet secluded beach on the South West Coast Path. For anyone on holiday in South Devon it’s a peaceful place to sit and contemplate the natural scenery amongst the shingle, pebbles and rock pools, admiring the cliffs. It makes for a beautiful destination to walk to from Ringmore itself, which is a small village (population 230) with views towards the cove itself as well as Bigbury Bay – it makes for a wonderful holiday cottage destination in South Devon as well as a place to visit as part of your day. Walking to the beach allows you to discover the surrounding woodland, wildlife and history of the area – taking in old smugglers’ routes and hedgerows that have been in situ since the 1800s. It is a little tricky to get to so it’s not ideal for wheelchairs, and there aren’t any toilets or facilities at the beach itself so if you want to stay for a little while don’t forget to take snacks or a picnic if the weather is right. This is all about enjoying the environment that’s such a proud part of the National Trust – it’s everything a holiday in Devon is about, and yes, dogs are permitted all year round and will very much enjoy the walk!
Fabulously unspoilt and beautiful.
June 2023
Childhood memories and very clean
May 2022
Lovely location for photography and any easy walk from the National Trust car park
April 2022
Beautiful place!
September 2021
Beautiful clean quiet beach , well worth a visit
September 2021
Beautiful cove, first visit. Quite a challenging walk to get there but fascinating to see the slate formations.
August 2021
Perfect swim spot
May 2021
What a wonderful, quiet little haven!
September 2019
A beautiful little cove and fun for dogs and children.
August 2019
You can walk to this secluded cove from the cottage. Probably about 20 mins away, depending on your pace. Plenty of blackberries to eat/collect on route when in season! No facilities at the cove but beautifully unspoilt.
August 2019
Really beautiful secluded beach - great for the dog too!
July 2019
A lovely beach at the end of a beautiful valley. Absolutely perfect for dogs and never busy.
June 2019
Parked in the NT car park at Ringmore and took the 15 min walk down to the beach. Saw a beautiful sunset and had the place to ourselves. Bliss
November 2018
What a fantastic place. So quiet - we had the whole beach to ourselves a lot of the time. Our dogs loved it.
September 2018
A lovely quiet cove, with excellent rock pools at low tide. No sand but the kids enjoy it as an alternative to the massive sandy beaches at Bigbury and Bantham.
September 2018
stunning little beach, very quiet and great for snorkelling
July 2018
Beautiful cove. Very quiet with lots of bird life.
June 2018
Well worth the walk with beautiful views of Burgh island from the coast path. We were the only ones there on a very sunny day in April. Perfect.
April 2018
Simply stunning and well worth the steep (ish) walk down from the National Trust car park at Ringmore. When there - it's hard to imagine the horrors of today's modern world.
September 2017
Gorgeous beach for an evening swim and barbecue. So peaceful and beautiful
June 2017
Bigbury on Sea
(2 miles)
(36)
It won’t come as a surprise to anyone who has visited that Bigbury on Sea is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for sand castles and rock pooling as well as tucking into lengthy summer picnics, it is an unusual beach to visit because the tide comes in from both sides. As a result, it is an endless source of fascination for children, not least for its sea tractor which provides transport from one end of the beach to the other in order to reach Burgh Island. Burgh Island is connected to mainland England by the beach alone, it’s home to the famous art deco Burgh Island Hotel which has hosted Agatha Christie and Noel Coward since its incarnation in 1929, and has even made an appearance in the TV adaptation of Christie’s Poirot. On a practical note there is on-site parking available close to the beach with daily charges from £3.50. Toilets and shower facilities with disabled access are also nearby, and lifeguards are present from May to September. The Venus café offers teas, coffees and other refreshments including the ice creams that are of such fundamental importance for a day at the beach. Meanwhile, dog lovers will be pleased to know that four legged friends are welcome at Bigbury on Sea, but restrictions apply from 1st May until 30th September. Ultimately, Bigbury on Sea is a supremely beautiful location and fun family day out with abundant wildlife to enjoy and coastal footpaths to explore as well, making it a wonderful destination to visit on holiday in Devon, no matter what time of the year it is.
Great beach dogs allowed it's our favourite beach in south Devon
September 2023
Absolutely world class beaches around bigbury and bantham,stunning at all times.
September 2023
Fabulous sandy beach with good cafe and toilets. Advisable to get there early as parking can be an issue.
September 2023
Lovely area to visit our grandchildren loved it for body boarding. It was safe for them and also had RNLI lifeguards present. A trip on the sea tractor was quite a highlight for them.
August 2023
A beautiful beach, soo close to our holiday accommodation we could go home for lunch. Just ass well because the beach cafe is overpriced and very average.
August 2023
Great beach especially for children. Ample parking, cafe, surf shop and very clean free toilets
August 2023
Favourite sandy beach, part dog friendly over summer,
July 2023
Wonderful place, lovely walk to Burgh Island and up to top.
July 2023
A delightful spot and good water sport activities. Burgh Island is a must.
July 2023
Fabulous convergence of two tides and wonderful beaches. Beach Barista on the Bigbury side selling great coffee and ice cream. Beach shop very handy for topping up on beach gear.
June 2023
Get there early to get a car parking space. Great location for families
May 2023
Loved this beach we spent a lot of time here. Plus side - the car park machines don’t work and it was impossible to pay via the App. The parking attendant told us not to worry about trying! Minus - very smelly toilets.
August 2022
Excellent beach for all the family with dog friendly sections. Massive sandy beach when tide out. Cafe and toilets above beach. Paying for car park very difficult unless you have coins.
August 2022
Fantastic beach! The walks we had at low tide were amazing. Especially when we walked along the river looking over to Bantham.
July 2022
Wonderful beach at low tide. Great spot.
October 2021
A tranquil, enchanting destination for families and dogs alike. Away from the hustle and bustle , outstanding views, fabulous beach for walkers and bathers.
August 2021
Amazing beach and in our opinion the best in the area. Great cafe and surf shop where we hired SUPs. Visited most days and was always impressed. Visit in the evening for a beautiful sunset too. Walking over to the island and exploring there is also worth it.
August 2021
Clean and safe
July 2021
A beautiful location, and just the right amount of facilities. The roads to Bigbury can sometimes be a challenge due to narrowness, but it's worth it when you get here.
June 2021
What a really stunning beach, well worth the trip round the estuary from Noss Mayo. Gorgeous sand and very dog friendly. Worth having a coffee at the Pilchard Inn on Burgh Island.
May 2021
Beautiful location, lovely large sandy beach. If you go across to Burgh Island when the tide is out be warned the prices at Pilchard's Inn are extortionate!
May 2021
We have visited Bigbury and Burgh Island over many years, and it never disappoints; the picturesque environment does much to enhance the holiday atmosphere, and meets the needs of a relaxed holiday.This year, we enjoyed the wonderful experience of cream tea and cocktails at the famous hotel at a very reasonable price; we booked in advance, were driven to the entrance via the hotel transport, and sea tractor back - perfect afternoon!
September 2019
Bigbury bay which I have visited since a child and an amazing beach for all the family.
August 2019
Wonderful - with greats loos & cafes. The Beach Barista coffee is also great!
August 2019
Really lovely sandy beach, perfect for young families as the water stays shallow and the dog can join you in certain areas too, so makes for an all round great day out!
July 2019
Excellent beach for small children. Very clean. The sea tractor gave it an added dimension. Our 2 year old granddaughter loved riding on it!
June 2019
Fab, sand spit beach, covered at high tide, access to Burgh island. An absolute must.
July 2018
Gorgeous beach - very large and areas suitable for dogs. Check tides before you go. Walk over to Burgh island is great. Good toilets and shop - very clean.
July 2018
Wonderful beach and great view of Burgh Island and the marvellous hotel.
July 2018
Perfect
June 2018
Spent a happy afternoon watching the sea.
May 2018
Perfect location. Excellent to walk across the tombolo and explore the island. Very safe for dogs. We visited on a very sunny day in April and were lucky to get a free parking spot right by the slipway. Views from the top are wonderful. Watching the waves meet from both directions is fascinating.
April 2018
Great beach for walking the dog - only part of the beach is restricted. Not overcrowded as we visited out of season and some lovely views in all directions.
September 2017
Lovely place. Child friendly with fantastic views. Only downside is the dogs that are allowed on. It can get very busy in high season and the dogs can be a pain if running loose especially if you have got little ones. We have got a dog so it's not because we aren't dog lovers!
July 2017
Rather run down and disappointing that visitors are made to feel rather unwanted with only a small section of the pub open to non-residents and the hotel off limits completely to non-residents. View from the top lovely, but I wouldn't drive miles and miles to visit. What attracted me was the parting of the sea and that was a lovely view
June 2017
Fantastic unique place with sea both sides of the beach when the tide is out and Burgh Island to walk to with a lovely old pub but inefficient service.
April 2017
Wonwell Beach
(3 miles)
(5)
Lovely beach. so quiet at certain times. always different. great for dogs. parking very limited.
May 2022
Amazing spot, so peaceful. Parking the only issue.
June 2021
Nice beach and great walks that lead to it, very few people around in August! Limited parking so you are better off walking there.
August 2019
Glorious beach at the mouth of the Erme. Narrow lanes and very limited parking. No toilets, cafes etc - wonderful! Turning circle for cars just before the beach but expect to have to reverse back up the access lane to allow cars that are leaving to go back. A nightmare on Bank Holidays - parking almost impossible and expect to have to negotiate very tight spaces.
September 2017
Lovely beach but bit of a trek for little ones
April 2017
September 2023
We had a really lovely week at Kimberley. The accommodation was well equipped and comfortable and the owners made us very welcome and were nearby if we needed anything. Even though it was quite a rainy week we relaxed completely. The view down to the sea and Burgh Island is stunning, especially enjoyable from the garden decking area. We hope to be back again soon.
September 2023
We enjoyed our stay. The owners were very friendly and happy to help with anything with was really lovely, but a little intrusive for me in walking us around the property at the start - I would have preferred to read the guides etc ourselves. The property did smell damp sadly which you could smell each time you entered. It was a shame the owners wouldn’t connect the tv to their WiFi so we had to use our own data for Netflix. Beautiful views - so sad the weather wasn’t better but great location for exploring. Overall good value for money.
July 2023
Our stay was very comfortable and clean. Our hosts Richard and his wife were very friendly and always on hand if anything was required. The views and cottage were excellent and would definitely book again. Our dog was safe and secure in the garden which made it even more relaxing. Would definitely recommend!
July 2023
Loved it. Well equipped and nice welcoming touches. Beautiful outlook and short trek to nearest cove. Would like to return and would recommend to others.
June 2023
Very enjoyable and hope to return. Excellent hosts. Location is superb for us and our dogs.
October 2022
Owners very kind and helpful. Shall go again we think
September 2022
Richard and Anne were very helpful and nothing was too much trouble
July 2022
Friendly & helpful hosts and lovely location. View from garden was beautiful. Some updating needed in accommodation but this did not affect the enjoyment of our holiday
July 2022
Fabulous stay at a wonderful location. Highly recommended.
May 2022
We had a pleasant and comfortable stay.
April 2022
Lovely spacious cottage with super views
November 2021
Peaceful location with lovely views.
October 2021
Yes we did
August 2021
The owners were very nice and helpful. Lovely annex which was well equipped. Beautiful views and great location. Not a fan of the narrow windy roads but that is how it is in this area. Fantastic food at the Journey’s End Inn which is a 5 minute walk away. My only suggestion for improvement is by having black out curtains in the bedrooms. Overall very nice
August 2021
We loved our stay here and will definitely be back . Our hosts were amazingly helpful in every way but only if we needed help . It is a wonderful place to stay. We found the Journeys End Pub very convenient for evening meal and amazing for Sunday lunch . It was just 400 yards from the cottage and excellent value , serving first class food. The success of staying in a cottage depends a lot on location and the proximity of somewhere good to eat is so important . The cottage is in a tranquil spot with lovely views across to Burgh Island. There are good walks on the doorstep yet within driving distance of lots of local attractions. We also ate at Jamie’s at Twenty Seven in Kingsbridge which was a real treat and faultless. The Oyster Shack is also worth a visit. We advise booking well in advance at all the eating establishments mentioned. All in all a very successful and memorable stay.
June 2021
We really enjoyed our stay, the owners where very welcoming and friendly. we would defiantly stay again. Beautifully kept garden.
June 2021
Very much indeed. Peter and Jane Baker were excellent hosts
September 2020
We were made very welcome, the cottage had fresh flowers and we had a very relaxing and restful holiday.
September 2020
We had a lovely time despite the uncertainty of holidaying during Covid. We felt very confident that the cottage had been conscientiously cleaned, and both the owners and Toad Hall Cottages kept us informed and answered any questions we had as to safe keeping and procedures. The cottage garden is beautifully situated with magnificent views of both the sea and countryside. The cottage and garden were excellent. Highly recommended.
September 2020
The Garden Annex was lovely and the gardens surrounding were beautifully kept. The owners were great, very helpful and kind, we had a power cut on the first night, due to a power line down, he was straight round to offer candles and advice on where to get dinner close by. Excellent stay on the whole, would definitely stay again and recommend others staying here too.
August 2020
We had a great time and found the cottage to meet our needs very well. Also a great price.
July 2020
Hosts were very welcoming and helpful at the start and during our stay.
November 2019
Had a lovely stay at Kimberly Garden Annexe. The standard was excellent, there was everything there you could wish for. The owners were lovely, very helpful and informative, with nothing too much trouble.
September 2019
In spite of the weather (only got wet one day) we enjoyed our stay here. Some people might be put off by the very narrow lanes but that is Devon and Cornwall.
September 2019
The cottage fully met our expectations - clean and comfortable. The owners were friendly and helpful without being intrusive - nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend.
September 2019
We had a fantastic fortnight the property is lovely and the owners are helpful we will be back !!!
August 2019
Had a lovely week at KGC. Cottage very clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped. Owners were on hand if needed but completely respected our privacy in the cottage. We enjoyed a few cream teas in the garden whilst enjoying the amazing views across rolling hills towards the coast and Burgh Island. We went on some great walks directly from the cottage. The surrounding scenery is stunning. Lovely pub in village, a few minutes walk away.
June 2019
We enjoyed our stay and Richard and Jane were very friendly when we saw them. But due to the problems already highlighted I don't think we will be returning
May 2019
We really enjoyed our stay. The owners Jane and Richard were very helpful. Our German Pointer Rosie very much enjoyed meeting her English Pointer cousin Chester
April 2019
Excellent property and proprietors. The property was not easy to find on your online listing. Only found it via Last Minute Cottages!
April 2019
Very much; ideal location for walking (and finding out how fit you weren't} and visiting places. Also, Richard and Jane were very hospitable and obliging.
October 2018
Lovely hosts. The accommodation is modern and was spotlessly clean. Ideal location for walking and not too far by car to other attrayand beaches
September 2018
We had a wonderful holiday at Kimberley Garden Cottage. The location is quiet with lovely views and gardens. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean, well equipped, and towels and bedding were changed weekly which was a nice added touch. Owners were helpful and friendly and very informative about the local area. We loved it here.
August 2018
We enjoyed our stay. Location excellent for walking the coastal path. Owner's very friendly and helpful. Kitchen is in need of an update.
August 2018
Very much so Super hosts
July 2018
We had a lovely time,Richard and Jane were excellent hosts always on hand with useful local info, they made us very welcome and the extra touches were very handy.
July 2018
We had a very restful week at the cottage. Just what we needed
June 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Cottage was very welcoming.
April 2018
We enjoyed our visit. It is a spacious property with everything you need. The large entrance gates (Necessary to keep the dogs safe) were very effective but very hard to open and close.
September 2017
We did enjoy our stay very much and Mr and Mrs Baker were very helpful. My only comment would be about the travel directions given on the sheet sent to us. The directions took us down a number of lanes once we turned off the A38 and the lanes are not well signposted. Taking the main road towards Modbury and then following the directions would be much easier for those unfamiliar with the area.
June 2015
the property is really nice and very well equipped, the views from the conservetary and garden are excellent. Jane and Richard the owners could not be more helpful and there dogs are brilliant to. Ourselves and our dogs had a lovely relaxing holiday and we will be going again. Thank you.
July 2013
The property owners, Mr and Mrs Baker, were very welcoming and extremely helpful. Their information file was very comprehensive and up to date. The view from the garden across fields to the bay was just stunning. As we had arrived on Saturday afternoon the owner offered to make reservations for dinner for us at the local pub, he also helped us sort out a car problem, excellent service!
September 2023
We had a really lovely week at Kimberley. The accommodation was well equipped and comfortable and the owners made us very welcome and were nearby if we needed anything. Even though it was quite a rainy week we relaxed completely. The view down to the sea and Burgh Island is stunning, especially enjoyable from the garden decking area. We hope to be back again soon.
September 2023
We enjoyed our stay. The owners were very friendly and happy to help with anything with was really lovely, but a little intrusive for me in walking us around the property at the start - I would have preferred to read the guides etc ourselves. The property did smell damp sadly which you could smell each time you entered. It was a shame the owners wouldn’t connect the tv to their WiFi so we had to use our own data for Netflix. Beautiful views - so sad the weather wasn’t better but great location for exploring. Overall good value for money.
July 2023
Our stay was very comfortable and clean. Our hosts Richard and his wife were very friendly and always on hand if anything was required. The views and cottage were excellent and would definitely book again. Our dog was safe and secure in the garden which made it even more relaxing. Would definitely recommend!
July 2023
Loved it. Well equipped and nice welcoming touches. Beautiful outlook and short trek to nearest cove. Would like to return and would recommend to others.
June 2023
Very enjoyable and hope to return. Excellent hosts. Location is superb for us and our dogs.
October 2022
Owners very kind and helpful. Shall go again we think
September 2022
Richard and Anne were very helpful and nothing was too much trouble
July 2022
Friendly & helpful hosts and lovely location. View from garden was beautiful. Some updating needed in accommodation but this did not affect the enjoyment of our holiday
July 2022
Fabulous stay at a wonderful location. Highly recommended.
May 2022
We had a pleasant and comfortable stay.
April 2022
Lovely spacious cottage with super views
November 2021
Peaceful location with lovely views.
October 2021
Yes we did
August 2021
The owners were very nice and helpful. Lovely annex which was well equipped. Beautiful views and great location. Not a fan of the narrow windy roads but that is how it is in this area. Fantastic food at the Journey’s End Inn which is a 5 minute walk away. My only suggestion for improvement is by having black out curtains in the bedrooms. Overall very nice
August 2021
We loved our stay here and will definitely be back . Our hosts were amazingly helpful in every way but only if we needed help . It is a wonderful place to stay. We found the Journeys End Pub very convenient for evening meal and amazing for Sunday lunch . It was just 400 yards from the cottage and excellent value , serving first class food. The success of staying in a cottage depends a lot on location and the proximity of somewhere good to eat is so important . The cottage is in a tranquil spot with lovely views across to Burgh Island. There are good walks on the doorstep yet within driving distance of lots of local attractions. We also ate at Jamie’s at Twenty Seven in Kingsbridge which was a real treat and faultless. The Oyster Shack is also worth a visit. We advise booking well in advance at all the eating establishments mentioned. All in all a very successful and memorable stay.
June 2021
We really enjoyed our stay, the owners where very welcoming and friendly. we would defiantly stay again. Beautifully kept garden.
June 2021
Very much indeed. Peter and Jane Baker were excellent hosts
September 2020
We were made very welcome, the cottage had fresh flowers and we had a very relaxing and restful holiday.
September 2020
We had a lovely time despite the uncertainty of holidaying during Covid. We felt very confident that the cottage had been conscientiously cleaned, and both the owners and Toad Hall Cottages kept us informed and answered any questions we had as to safe keeping and procedures. The cottage garden is beautifully situated with magnificent views of both the sea and countryside. The cottage and garden were excellent. Highly recommended.
September 2020
The Garden Annex was lovely and the gardens surrounding were beautifully kept. The owners were great, very helpful and kind, we had a power cut on the first night, due to a power line down, he was straight round to offer candles and advice on where to get dinner close by. Excellent stay on the whole, would definitely stay again and recommend others staying here too.
August 2020
We had a great time and found the cottage to meet our needs very well. Also a great price.
July 2020
Hosts were very welcoming and helpful at the start and during our stay.
November 2019
Had a lovely stay at Kimberly Garden Annexe. The standard was excellent, there was everything there you could wish for. The owners were lovely, very helpful and informative, with nothing too much trouble.
September 2019
In spite of the weather (only got wet one day) we enjoyed our stay here. Some people might be put off by the very narrow lanes but that is Devon and Cornwall.
September 2019
The cottage fully met our expectations - clean and comfortable. The owners were friendly and helpful without being intrusive - nothing was too much trouble. Would definitely recommend.
September 2019
We had a fantastic fortnight the property is lovely and the owners are helpful we will be back !!!
August 2019
Had a lovely week at KGC. Cottage very clean, comfortable and extremely well equipped. Owners were on hand if needed but completely respected our privacy in the cottage. We enjoyed a few cream teas in the garden whilst enjoying the amazing views across rolling hills towards the coast and Burgh Island. We went on some great walks directly from the cottage. The surrounding scenery is stunning. Lovely pub in village, a few minutes walk away.
June 2019
We enjoyed our stay and Richard and Jane were very friendly when we saw them. But due to the problems already highlighted I don't think we will be returning
May 2019
We really enjoyed our stay. The owners Jane and Richard were very helpful. Our German Pointer Rosie very much enjoyed meeting her English Pointer cousin Chester
April 2019
Excellent property and proprietors. The property was not easy to find on your online listing. Only found it via Last Minute Cottages!
April 2019
Very much; ideal location for walking (and finding out how fit you weren't} and visiting places. Also, Richard and Jane were very hospitable and obliging.
October 2018
Lovely hosts. The accommodation is modern and was spotlessly clean. Ideal location for walking and not too far by car to other attrayand beaches
September 2018
We had a wonderful holiday at Kimberley Garden Cottage. The location is quiet with lovely views and gardens. The cottage itself was spotlessly clean, well equipped, and towels and bedding were changed weekly which was a nice added touch. Owners were helpful and friendly and very informative about the local area. We loved it here.
August 2018
We enjoyed our stay. Location excellent for walking the coastal path. Owner's very friendly and helpful. Kitchen is in need of an update.
August 2018
Very much so Super hosts
July 2018
We had a lovely time,Richard and Jane were excellent hosts always on hand with useful local info, they made us very welcome and the extra touches were very handy.
July 2018
We had a very restful week at the cottage. Just what we needed
June 2018
Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Cottage was very welcoming.
April 2018
We enjoyed our visit. It is a spacious property with everything you need. The large entrance gates (Necessary to keep the dogs safe) were very effective but very hard to open and close.
September 2017
We did enjoy our stay very much and Mr and Mrs Baker were very helpful. My only comment would be about the travel directions given on the sheet sent to us. The directions took us down a number of lanes once we turned off the A38 and the lanes are not well signposted. Taking the main road towards Modbury and then following the directions would be much easier for those unfamiliar with the area.
June 2015
the property is really nice and very well equipped, the views from the conservetary and garden are excellent. Jane and Richard the owners could not be more helpful and there dogs are brilliant to. Ourselves and our dogs had a lovely relaxing holiday and we will be going again. Thank you.
July 2013
The property owners, Mr and Mrs Baker, were very welcoming and extremely helpful. Their information file was very comprehensive and up to date. The view from the garden across fields to the bay was just stunning. As we had arrived on Saturday afternoon the owner offered to make reservations for dinner for us at the local pub, he also helped us sort out a car problem, excellent service!
The Journey's End Inn
(Less than a mile)
(27)
A good combination of friendly village local and destination food pub with plenty of space including a large beer garden for summer and cosy open fires in winter. The chef draws on his travels to create high quality British and Thai cuisine along with tempting deserts and healthy kids' options.
The Journeys End Inn Ringmore, Kingsbridge TQ7 4HL (T: 01548 810205)
We had such an amazing Sunday lunch here! Table of 13, the food amazing and the service was impeccable. Paul the host ensured we had such a lovely experience, he even introduced us all to Pashmak which the children (and adults!) loved. A lovely lunch to remember on such a special holiday.
October 2023
Essential to book well in advance as always busy.We did not book and were unable to get in.
September 2023
Fantastic Sunday lunch
September 2023
A wonderful, real pub. Can recommend the delicious Sunday Roasts.
September 2023
Loved the food here , the best we had we keep coming .
August 2023
Weren't able to secure a booking during our stay as it's a very popular place, so advise pre-booking before you arrive!
July 2023
Tried twice to book but could not accommodate us. Need to book well in advance. Spoker to other gusts and they were full of praise.
July 2023
Book early for evening meals and Sunday lunch. Very friendly atmosphere and welcome to dogs. Garden has improved massively in recent years. Ale and food as good as ever. Nice mix of locals and regulars.
June 2023
This is our favourite place for a meal in the area. Fantastic food and amazing atmosphere.
June 2022
Excellent food and beer and a friendly welcome
April 2022
A brilliant,lauthentic 13th century pub, great food and ales straight out of the barrel, a MUST visit
March 2022
Friendly pub but menu could be more varied
October 2021
Best meal of our holiday. Very good food, well presented at a reasonable price. Good atmosphere and service too.
September 2021
Oh my!!!! If you can get a table here the food is fantastic!!! You need to book well in advance. It is dog friendly and very cosy inside. Highly recommend
August 2021
Amazing food.Lovely pub. Brilliant Sunday lunch. Very friendly. Loved it. We ate there 3 times and it was always excellent.
August 2021
Welcoming pretty pub with excellent service. Delicious lunch in the gorgeous back beer garden. A few more shading umbrellas would be have been good though.
July 2021
Friendly and welcoming!
November 2020
Really atmospheric pub with really nice food, very welcoming staff
October 2020
Lovely accommodation and Bigbury is a lovely beach to watch the windsurfers and you can also hire. Narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse..........quite a lot as tractors use the lanes as well. A very enjoyable holiday, thank you.
September 2020
Very rustic atmosphere with kegged ales on racks. Lots of history abut the place with friendly staff and a good range of bar meals. You must book well in advance
August 2020
A lovely pub and they made us and our dogs very welcome. The food is excellent.
June 2019
Walk from car park is very steep for those with mobility issues. Even worse returning in the dark , no street lights. Not being locals we were unaware that the road went around in a loop! Food good.
September 2018
We always enjoy a visit to the Journey's End. Excellent, well kept real ale, and, if we liked cider, would probably add a similar comment about that. Good food, using excellent local seasonal ingredients. The menu caters for a wide range of tastes and ages. Dogs welcome. Problem is booking a table, especially for a large family.
September 2018
This delightful quintessentially 'olde world' country pub would make a good destination for lunch after a morning down at Ayrmer Cove. There's a link between the pub and the play of the same name written in 1928 by the writer RC Sherriff. Have a stroll around the impossibly pretty village of Ringmore and don't leave without visiting the 13th century church of All Hallows, where there's a magnificent and rare medieval wall painting.
September 2017
Fabulous country pub excellent food, service and ale a wonderful experience chef here is exceptional
July 2017
It looks so beautiful from the pictures, well it could be, under electric box cupboard and the dining room windowsill the cobwebs where that big we had clean them away. The bedroom with 3/4 bed was only big enough to house the bed no room either side. The armchair in the living room wasn't good to sit in it had collapsed & every time you sat in it you fell through it. Towels didn't smell fresh had to wash them before we could use them.
June 2017
Our favourite pub, ever, in the world (and we've been around a bit!) We return again and again and again! The noodle dishes are amazing; I always promise myself I'll try something different but still keep gorging on noodles! Very excited to actually be staying in Ringmore this time round (usually we are in Bigbury on Sea) so plan lots of meals here! The beer battered cod was great too and nearly defeated a ravenous young chap - no mean feat! The building itself is brilliant with lots of little rooms and a great atmosphere. When we were there last they were setting up a pizza oven in the garden...can't wait to go back and try it! Yum yum!
April 2017
Pickwick Inn
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Friendly local pub in prime location for a refreshing drink or a bite to eat on the way back from the beach. Serving a good range of local beers and ciders on tap alongside a simple, well cooked menu.
The Pickwick Inn, St Anns Chapel TQ7 4HQ (T: 07775 700230)
Limited menu and not particularly well furnished or clean.
September 2023
Nice to see it's open again
September 2023
Working hard to get back on its feet. Service is friendly. Average pub food and well kept ale. Dog friendly and generally friendly all round. Piped music needs variation please. Looking forward to seeing the new look garden.
June 2023
Venus café - Bigbury on Sea
(2 miles)
(16)
Welcoming and friendly, this branch of the Venus café has lots of delicious options for children and adults alike. Homemade Devon burgers, breakfast baps, cakes, coffees and ice creams are available either to eat on the terrace or take away.
The Venus café Warren Road, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4AZ (T: 01548 810141)
Great food
September 2023
Good quality food, freshly cooked. Friendly and helpful staff.
September 2023
A perfect place to get lunch, drinks, ices etc, very pleasant and helpful staff. Would certainly go back.
August 2023
Service is friendly and swift but the standard of fare is poor to average and the prices are high.
August 2023
Very handy beside the toilets. Good range of hot snacks.
June 2023
It’s ok for basics
May 2023
What a fabulous beachside cafe, we just stopped for a cup of tea on an overcast and breezy day at Bigbury-on-Sea. The cup of tea was lovely and what made it even better was the 100% compostable and recyclable cup! Well done Venus!
April 2022
Oh way over priced! Couldn't believe it was £7.24 for a coffee and 2 slices of toast! The lady behind me bought 2 coffees and 2 choc brownies in wrappers - £13.50 !!!
September 2021
Very pleasant and friendly beach side cafe.
June 2021
Great coffee with good view.
July 2018
Good little café next to the beach.
July 2018
A welcome cafe to serve the beach. We enjoyed the coffee and the cheesey chips.
June 2018
The best coffee we had all holiday!
July 2017
April 2017
Reliably great food though very busy at peak times so go early! Also love the Venus at the Dartington Centre.
April 2017
Great burgers! Right by the beach. Busy in the summer but I guess that's a good sign!!
December 2016
The Pilchard Inn
(2 miles)
(23)
Reached either by foot across the beach or at high tide by sea tractor, this 700 year old pub once popular with fishermen and smugglers, has wonderful views and is an atmospheric spot to stop for a pint of Pilchard Ale and a baguette. Owned by the Burgh Island hotel, there is also a cafe on the beach level.
The Pilchard Inn, Burgh Island, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4BG (T: 01548 810514)
Delicious food and a fascinating building. Friendly and helpful staff.
October 2023
Lovely pub on burgh island
September 2023
A beautiful, historic building with a real 'glue-pot' atmosphere overlooking a fantastic beach, cut-off when the tide is in. But there the magic ends. The service is slow, the staff are untrained and the sea-tractor cannot be relied upon to show up to ferry customers to the mainland when the tide is in. There appears to be a general lack of interest in the customer. I would not return.
August 2023
Lovely setting. A really old and quaint pub. The menu is short and simple but we had the crevette and crab baguette, and a pasty, which we shared, and it was all delicious. Staff very friendly . Seats outside got filled quickly. I bet it’s very crowded in the school holidays.
July 2023
Friendly and welcoming staff and very good food reasonably priced. Visited twice this week and can recommend.
July 2023
Fantastic fish and chips.
April 2023
Visited for lunch last week, ordered the Crab baguette and was very disappointed. I think it was tinned and had been heavily mixed with mayonnaise!!!! (It could have been anything from tuna to god knows what) it was inedible and not one of the staff enquired why i’d Left it. Not my favourite pub in the world, it could be so much better. I’m from Cornwall and used to wonderful fresh crab ???? and we wouldn’t dream of mixing with mayonnaise. Worth a look at the pub but save your money for the oyster shack
October 2020
Loved this quaint little pub excellent food, I think the bar manager could use a few more people skills as he can come across as very curt on first impressions, but we visited a few times and enjoyed it very much.
October 2020
Much more friendly since it was taken over a few years ago worth the walk over
February 2020
very welcoming
January 2020
Great pub, lovely location. The menu was limited and food was disappointing
October 2019
Miserable staff.
September 2019
A unique pub and cafe because of the location and the character of the building; outdoors it provides a perfect opportunity to enjoy the view and watch the world go by, especially on the famous sea tractor.We enjoyed a drink in the pub, prepared to pay a bit extra for the experience, and would certainly return.
September 2019
Over the years this has become more and more expensive. Staff could be friendlier and more behind the bar would be helpful. People have to wait in the queue just to get a £1 refund on a plastic glass.
September 2018
It was clearly almost too much bother for the barman to serve me. And beer and white wine served in plastic ‘glasses ‘. We didn’t go back.
July 2018
Pleasant place for a drink on a sunny day. Very quaint.
June 2018
RidIculously expensive
May 2018
Very disappointed. Felt as if we were a tolerated rather than welcomed. Signs forbidding entrance to one of the bars and when we walked into the only permitted bar the staff member couldn't get back to his own coffee and conversation quick enough.
November 2017
Would be nice if it stayed open for a drink in the evening.
August 2017
Overpriced food, felt very unwelcome as only as small section of the pub is available to non-residents, so you are made to feel like second class citizens.
June 2017
Very atmospheric tho the food is limited with sandwiches being brought down from the hotel so you can't ask, for example, for cheese and chutney without the chutney for fussy children! Having spent many holidays in Bigbury on Sea no visit is complete without a wander over to The Pilchard at low tide. Parents can sit above the beach and watch the small ones rockpooling in safety. Its magic!
April 2017
Lovely old pub over looking the beach and water but service inefficient
April 2017
Proper smugglers' tavern in a brilliant location. We sat outside in the sun while the kids played down on the beach. Perfect! Didn't try the food.
December 2016
The Gastrobus
(2 miles)
(20)
A great mobile café selling high quality burgers, breakfast baps and other light meals, cakes, coffees and ice creams in an idyllic location next to Bantham Beach. Open every day, weather permitting.
The Gastrobus, Bantham Beach, Bantham TQ7 3AN
Good coffee in an unexpected location
April 2024
Enjoyed cuppa and cake here.
July 2023
Great food but had to wait 35 minutes for our burgers.
July 2023
Excellent coffee on the beach.
June 2022
Overpriced
May 2022
What a find, lovely staff and delicious food and so nice to see such a choice.
May 2022
Lovely friendly guys at this gastropub!
September 2021
Definitely worth the walk from Thurleston along the SW Coastal Path, approximately 40 minutes. Food was excellent, freshly cooked and delicious with some good vegetarian options too.
September 2019
Great coffee and snacks.
July 2019
Excellent food, although service might be slow if busy. Nice to easily buy food and drinks so close to the beach
June 2019
Lovely food and coffee from great people. The coronation chicken and asian slaw sandwich is definitely a candidate for the best sandwich ever. Thanks
June 2019
An excellent bar - staff friendly and gourmet burgers. Well worth a visit
October 2018
Great street food. Hot sandwiches cooked to order. Brilliant.
June 2018
Great Gluten Free Food on the beach!
June 2018
Great gastrobus the cakes & food looked fab, we went for local ice creams which were very delicious & good choice of flavours
November 2017
Very friendly staff, lovely selection of delicious snacks
June 2017
Cream teas in a box to enjoy on the beach - awesome! Every beach should have one!
June 2017
Great location, good food and definitely worth a visit
May 2017
Great coffee, great location, great food. Perfect!
December 2016
AMAZING burgers!!!
December 2016
ABC Watersports
(Less than a mile)
ABC Watersports aims to make watersports accessible to everyone, whatever your age, ability or confidence level. A local company using highly qualified paddlesport instructors, ABC Watersports offers professional guided trips, lessons and hire using paddleboards and kayaks. Perfect for families and all age groups, what better way to get out on the water and explore the West Country's breathtaking scenery ?
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Bigbury Golf Club
(2 miles)
(3)
A friendly cliff top golf course close to Kingsbridge, Bigbury Golf Club is a links course with spectacular views of the South Devon coast. It is an 18-hole course where you can play as an individual or as part of a group. It’s 6,035 yards for men, 5,544 for ladies and par is 70 and 73 respectively. There’s a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar, but remember that dress should be smart/casual at all times, and in the clubhouse they ask that you don’t wear golf shoes, hats, untailored shorts, general beach wear, collarless tee shirts and non-golf sportswear like tracksuits and rugby shirts. The club offers rates for groups of 6-14 and society golf days for numbers over 14. Green fees are seasonal and depend on the time of day that you’re visiting so keep an eye on the website for full details.
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Hubby enjoyed his golf afternoon & was lucky to play with two members who kindly agreed to let him join them. Idyllic setting and very welcoming staff and members.
October 2021
Good course to play. Very hilly on the front 9. Don't forget the VIP card for the discount. You can book tee times on their website. Take plenty of balls if it's windy. ????
June 2017
Friendly and a lovely course, with great views. Tricky in any wind!
May 2017
Discovery Surf School
(2 miles)
(4)
Based at Bigbury-on-Sea and Challaborough Bay, Discovery Surf is a fun, friendly and professional environment where the team always have a smile and a word of encouragement to go with their expert tuition. Providing the opportunity to quite literally interact with South Devon’s primary asset - the environment - they offer lessons, courses and equipment hire, as well as Stand Up Paddleboarding and Kayaking.
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Enjoy £10 off any booking of 4 people or more with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
Kids and wife superbly looked after by Anneka and the team. Really supportive & encouraging teachers and really help cement the joy of surfing for all involved. We'll be coming back again for sure!
August 2023
Really helpful crew of folk
July 2021
Excellent lesson in tough conditions on a windy down a Bigbury, really clear instruction, great place to srat and get in to surfing
December 2016
Had a great lesson with Discovery Surf. Two hours on the Sedgewell side of Bigbury Beach. All equipment provided, the guys really knew their stuff and we were on our feet in no time. Such a buzz, definitely recommend trying it out if you've not surfed before or want to build up your confidence in the sea.
December 2016
SUP Away
(2 miles)
SUP Away, based in the heart of the South Hams in Devon, offers Stand Up Paddle Board hire to anyone looking to explore the beauty of the area on the water. They offer the complete service – not only delivering your boards direct to your holiday cottage but also giving advice on where to go on your adventure.
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Bantham Surfing Academy
(2 miles)
(6)
Operating from the car park at postcard perfect surfer’s paradise Bantham Beach, Bantham Surfing Academy is run by experienced SurfingGB qualified instructors who offer tuition and coaching for all levels, including beginners, as well as supervised surfing sessions and a Kids Club. In addition to surfing lessons, the team offer Stand Up Paddle Boarding lessons, hire and tours around Burgh Island and the River Avon, and lifeguard and surf instructor tuition and qualifications.
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two of grandchildren had surfing lessons which they enjoyed.
August 2023
The surf lesson was great however the customer service & facilities at the beach were found wanting. The changing room was in the sand dune at the back of the container!
September 2021
Had asked to hire a board last week and the guy suggested that I arrived at 10am. I did, I waited forty minutes. No show. Apparently, we were informed this happens and even to people who have paid in advance for lessons.
October 2020
Really friendly, relaxed helpful people with good equipment.
July 2019
Amazing!!!
July 2018
My granddaughter had expert tuition and was so thrilled to be able to stand on her board. She was well looked after (5yrs)
August 2017
Challaborough Bay
(Less than a mile)
(6)
Close to Kingsbridge, Challaborough Bay is a sandy beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that’s perfect for enjoying all the seaside activities nature can afford. At low tide the beach is ideal for visiting families to build sandcastles and explore the rock pools, while the swells and shore breaks also attract surfers and bodyboarders. There are some beautiful walks along the coast path that surrounds it, heading towards Bigbury on Sea in particular. Making it an ideal spot to spend the day, the beach has toilets, a café and a beach shop close by, although access is via steps and small paths so accessibility isn’t wheelchair friendly. There is a car park but it’s rather small, so it’s good to know that a 15-minute walk to Bigbury will see ample parking available – seasonal charges apply so remember to bring cash with you. While four legged friends are welcome in the winter, they are not allowed on the beach between May and September, so do plan their walks with that in mind. It’s a lovely spot along the coast path to bring them to, you can even beach hop from one to the next!
Cempletely different atmosphere to the rest of the South Hams. Part of a beautiful coastline set amidst class South Hams countryside.
June 2023
Good if you’re staying all day with children but expensive to park, only whole day parking not good if you don’t want to stay a long tome
April 2022
I didn't like it here. I found it a bit tacky. Also on my walk I popped into the Cafe in the morning but had missed their breakfast time which ended at 11.30 and I was there at 11.34 so they refused to serve me toast with coffee! So I walked out! A guy behind me in the queue was left open mouthed and said if I go on to Bigbury I'll get it anytime I want!
September 2021
Beautiful place to watch the sunset. Good fish and chips on the beach in the evening. Wouldn’t spend the day there as holiday park attached and the beach was left absolutely covered in rubbish by the guests ????
September 2019
Lovely, & just a short walk from Bigbury on Sea car park. It also has a fantastic chip shop that does gluten free fish & chips!
August 2019
Lovely beach
April 2017
Bantham Beach
(Less than a mile)
(15)
What an amazing beach, perfect for doggy adventures, love it love it love it, the river beach is especially nice
March 2024
Lovely beach but no dog's allowed
September 2023
Lovely beach and walk over cliffs to Thurlestone. Beautiful views.
July 2023
One of the most beautiful and relaxing places on earth.
June 2023
Worth the £4.50 to park for the afternoon plenty of walking and rock pools to explore, a good wide sandy beach for people with children
April 2022
Great beach particularly at low tide
October 2021
The most extaordinary place and great for kids. Lots to see and do - great sand and very shallow waters so very safe. if you get a chance to go on the water tractor that is great.. and do visit the Pub on the island. Great day out.
August 2021
A lovely beach. £6.50 to park for the day - it's a private estate - but a shame that the owners aren't prepared to put some of the money towards improvements to the toilets - one small sink in each of the men's & women's toilets with a malfunctioning tap is not enough for a beach full of people, children & dogs!
August 2019
Lovely beach for gentle surfing with ice creams, coffee, snacks and pizzas close to the car park.
July 2019
Glorious especially at low tide.
April 2019
Best beach in the South Hams.
July 2018
Can get busy with surfers, but a beautiful place with a wide sandy beach. Lots of room for everyone.
April 2018
Beautiful beach. Nightmare of a road (especially in high season) to get to it. Worth it though when you get there.
July 2017
A short walk (less than a mile) from Thurlestone, this is a stunning beach. Lots of shallow water with sand underfoot, truly amazing.
July 2017
Fantastic sandy beach and so big. My dog loved running around and jumping into the water. Plenty of space for all.
April 2017
Ayrmer Cove
(Less than a mile)
(20)
Roughly one kilometre (20 minutes depending on your pace) from the National Trust car park at Ringmore, and with a selection of footpaths to get to it, Ayrmer Cove is a quiet secluded beach on the South West Coast Path. For anyone on holiday in South Devon it’s a peaceful place to sit and contemplate the natural scenery amongst the shingle, pebbles and rock pools, admiring the cliffs. It makes for a beautiful destination to walk to from Ringmore itself, which is a small village (population 230) with views towards the cove itself as well as Bigbury Bay – it makes for a wonderful holiday cottage destination in South Devon as well as a place to visit as part of your day. Walking to the beach allows you to discover the surrounding woodland, wildlife and history of the area – taking in old smugglers’ routes and hedgerows that have been in situ since the 1800s. It is a little tricky to get to so it’s not ideal for wheelchairs, and there aren’t any toilets or facilities at the beach itself so if you want to stay for a little while don’t forget to take snacks or a picnic if the weather is right. This is all about enjoying the environment that’s such a proud part of the National Trust – it’s everything a holiday in Devon is about, and yes, dogs are permitted all year round and will very much enjoy the walk!
Fabulously unspoilt and beautiful.
June 2023
Childhood memories and very clean
May 2022
Lovely location for photography and any easy walk from the National Trust car park
April 2022
Beautiful place!
September 2021
Beautiful clean quiet beach , well worth a visit
September 2021
Beautiful cove, first visit. Quite a challenging walk to get there but fascinating to see the slate formations.
August 2021
Perfect swim spot
May 2021
What a wonderful, quiet little haven!
September 2019
A beautiful little cove and fun for dogs and children.
August 2019
You can walk to this secluded cove from the cottage. Probably about 20 mins away, depending on your pace. Plenty of blackberries to eat/collect on route when in season! No facilities at the cove but beautifully unspoilt.
August 2019
Really beautiful secluded beach - great for the dog too!
July 2019
A lovely beach at the end of a beautiful valley. Absolutely perfect for dogs and never busy.
June 2019
Parked in the NT car park at Ringmore and took the 15 min walk down to the beach. Saw a beautiful sunset and had the place to ourselves. Bliss
November 2018
What a fantastic place. So quiet - we had the whole beach to ourselves a lot of the time. Our dogs loved it.
September 2018
A lovely quiet cove, with excellent rock pools at low tide. No sand but the kids enjoy it as an alternative to the massive sandy beaches at Bigbury and Bantham.
September 2018
stunning little beach, very quiet and great for snorkelling
July 2018
Beautiful cove. Very quiet with lots of bird life.
June 2018
Well worth the walk with beautiful views of Burgh island from the coast path. We were the only ones there on a very sunny day in April. Perfect.
April 2018
Simply stunning and well worth the steep (ish) walk down from the National Trust car park at Ringmore. When there - it's hard to imagine the horrors of today's modern world.
September 2017
Gorgeous beach for an evening swim and barbecue. So peaceful and beautiful
June 2017
Bigbury on Sea
(2 miles)
(36)
It won’t come as a surprise to anyone who has visited that Bigbury on Sea is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for sand castles and rock pooling as well as tucking into lengthy summer picnics, it is an unusual beach to visit because the tide comes in from both sides. As a result, it is an endless source of fascination for children, not least for its sea tractor which provides transport from one end of the beach to the other in order to reach Burgh Island. Burgh Island is connected to mainland England by the beach alone, it’s home to the famous art deco Burgh Island Hotel which has hosted Agatha Christie and Noel Coward since its incarnation in 1929, and has even made an appearance in the TV adaptation of Christie’s Poirot. On a practical note there is on-site parking available close to the beach with daily charges from £3.50. Toilets and shower facilities with disabled access are also nearby, and lifeguards are present from May to September. The Venus café offers teas, coffees and other refreshments including the ice creams that are of such fundamental importance for a day at the beach. Meanwhile, dog lovers will be pleased to know that four legged friends are welcome at Bigbury on Sea, but restrictions apply from 1st May until 30th September. Ultimately, Bigbury on Sea is a supremely beautiful location and fun family day out with abundant wildlife to enjoy and coastal footpaths to explore as well, making it a wonderful destination to visit on holiday in Devon, no matter what time of the year it is.
Great beach dogs allowed it's our favourite beach in south Devon
September 2023
Absolutely world class beaches around bigbury and bantham,stunning at all times.
September 2023
Fabulous sandy beach with good cafe and toilets. Advisable to get there early as parking can be an issue.
September 2023
Lovely area to visit our grandchildren loved it for body boarding. It was safe for them and also had RNLI lifeguards present. A trip on the sea tractor was quite a highlight for them.
August 2023
A beautiful beach, soo close to our holiday accommodation we could go home for lunch. Just ass well because the beach cafe is overpriced and very average.
August 2023
Great beach especially for children. Ample parking, cafe, surf shop and very clean free toilets
August 2023
Favourite sandy beach, part dog friendly over summer,
July 2023
Wonderful place, lovely walk to Burgh Island and up to top.
July 2023
A delightful spot and good water sport activities. Burgh Island is a must.
July 2023
Fabulous convergence of two tides and wonderful beaches. Beach Barista on the Bigbury side selling great coffee and ice cream. Beach shop very handy for topping up on beach gear.
June 2023
Get there early to get a car parking space. Great location for families
May 2023
Loved this beach we spent a lot of time here. Plus side - the car park machines don’t work and it was impossible to pay via the App. The parking attendant told us not to worry about trying! Minus - very smelly toilets.
August 2022
Excellent beach for all the family with dog friendly sections. Massive sandy beach when tide out. Cafe and toilets above beach. Paying for car park very difficult unless you have coins.
August 2022
Fantastic beach! The walks we had at low tide were amazing. Especially when we walked along the river looking over to Bantham.
July 2022
Wonderful beach at low tide. Great spot.
October 2021
A tranquil, enchanting destination for families and dogs alike. Away from the hustle and bustle , outstanding views, fabulous beach for walkers and bathers.
August 2021
Amazing beach and in our opinion the best in the area. Great cafe and surf shop where we hired SUPs. Visited most days and was always impressed. Visit in the evening for a beautiful sunset too. Walking over to the island and exploring there is also worth it.
August 2021
Clean and safe
July 2021
A beautiful location, and just the right amount of facilities. The roads to Bigbury can sometimes be a challenge due to narrowness, but it's worth it when you get here.
June 2021
What a really stunning beach, well worth the trip round the estuary from Noss Mayo. Gorgeous sand and very dog friendly. Worth having a coffee at the Pilchard Inn on Burgh Island.
May 2021
Beautiful location, lovely large sandy beach. If you go across to Burgh Island when the tide is out be warned the prices at Pilchard's Inn are extortionate!
May 2021
We have visited Bigbury and Burgh Island over many years, and it never disappoints; the picturesque environment does much to enhance the holiday atmosphere, and meets the needs of a relaxed holiday.This year, we enjoyed the wonderful experience of cream tea and cocktails at the famous hotel at a very reasonable price; we booked in advance, were driven to the entrance via the hotel transport, and sea tractor back - perfect afternoon!
September 2019
Bigbury bay which I have visited since a child and an amazing beach for all the family.
August 2019
Wonderful - with greats loos & cafes. The Beach Barista coffee is also great!
August 2019
Really lovely sandy beach, perfect for young families as the water stays shallow and the dog can join you in certain areas too, so makes for an all round great day out!
July 2019
Excellent beach for small children. Very clean. The sea tractor gave it an added dimension. Our 2 year old granddaughter loved riding on it!
June 2019
Fab, sand spit beach, covered at high tide, access to Burgh island. An absolute must.
July 2018
Gorgeous beach - very large and areas suitable for dogs. Check tides before you go. Walk over to Burgh island is great. Good toilets and shop - very clean.
July 2018
Wonderful beach and great view of Burgh Island and the marvellous hotel.
July 2018
Perfect
June 2018
Spent a happy afternoon watching the sea.
May 2018
Perfect location. Excellent to walk across the tombolo and explore the island. Very safe for dogs. We visited on a very sunny day in April and were lucky to get a free parking spot right by the slipway. Views from the top are wonderful. Watching the waves meet from both directions is fascinating.
April 2018
Great beach for walking the dog - only part of the beach is restricted. Not overcrowded as we visited out of season and some lovely views in all directions.
September 2017
Lovely place. Child friendly with fantastic views. Only downside is the dogs that are allowed on. It can get very busy in high season and the dogs can be a pain if running loose especially if you have got little ones. We have got a dog so it's not because we aren't dog lovers!
July 2017
Rather run down and disappointing that visitors are made to feel rather unwanted with only a small section of the pub open to non-residents and the hotel off limits completely to non-residents. View from the top lovely, but I wouldn't drive miles and miles to visit. What attracted me was the parting of the sea and that was a lovely view
June 2017
Fantastic unique place with sea both sides of the beach when the tide is out and Burgh Island to walk to with a lovely old pub but inefficient service.
April 2017
Wonwell Beach
(3 miles)
(5)
Lovely beach. so quiet at certain times. always different. great for dogs. parking very limited.
May 2022
Amazing spot, so peaceful. Parking the only issue.
June 2021
Nice beach and great walks that lead to it, very few people around in August! Limited parking so you are better off walking there.
August 2019
Glorious beach at the mouth of the Erme. Narrow lanes and very limited parking. No toilets, cafes etc - wonderful! Turning circle for cars just before the beach but expect to have to reverse back up the access lane to allow cars that are leaving to go back. A nightmare on Bank Holidays - parking almost impossible and expect to have to negotiate very tight spaces.
September 2017
Lovely beach but bit of a trek for little ones
April 2017
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