Key Features
- Property code: 3WATER
- 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
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
3 Waters Edge is a modern mid terrace house with private parking just yards from the waterfront near the centre of Salcombe, South Devon. The property is perfectly situated towards the end of a quiet lane just off the ever popular and vibrant Island Street. Within a minutes’ walk of the contemporary property is Victoria Quay which is ideal for watching the boats go by or doing a spot of crabbing and just a little further on is Fore Street which is where you will find a superb choice of pubs, restaurants, delicatessens and shops as well as access to the passenger ferry which can take you to a number of glorious sandy beaches. This pet friendly property is ideal for couples or a family looking to get the very best out of Salcombe straight from the doorstep.
Key Features
- Property code: 3WATER
- 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
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
3 Waters Edge is a modern mid terrace house with private parking just yards from the waterfront near the centre of Salcombe, South Devon. The property is perfectly situated towards the end of a quiet lane just off the ever popular and vibrant Island Street. Within a minutes’ walk of the contemporary property is Victoria Quay which is ideal for watching the boats go by or doing a spot of crabbing and just a little further on is Fore Street which is where you will find a superb choice of pubs, restaurants, delicatessens and shops as well as access to the passenger ferry which can take you to a number of glorious sandy beaches. This pet friendly property is ideal for couples or a family looking to get the very best out of Salcombe straight from the doorstep.
External steps up to first floor. Entrance into open plan living and kitchen area, Seating area with sofa and two armchairs, TV and DVD, dining area to seat 4. Kitchen area with electric double oven, gas hob, fridge freezer, microwave. WC. Second floor: Bedroom one with king size bed, access to balcony and en suite bathroom with bath with shower over, basin and WC. Bedroom two with twin beds, access to balcony with estuary view and en suite shower room with shower cubicle, basin and WC. Utility area with sink and washing machine in garage.
Each bedroom has a balcony (one that looks across an estuary inlet towards the boat park).
The beautiful waterside town of Salcombe, with its outlook across the stunning harbour to golden beaches and the sparkling sea beyond, is one of South Devon's most desirable holiday cottage destinations. A mecca for sailors and water sports enthusiast, and a playground for the rich and famous, Salcombe is the UK's answer to Saint-Tropez.
In the summer months, traditional sailing boats race past the Princess Yachts moored in the harbour, while sports cars cruise through Fore Street, past buzzing designer clothes stores and local boutiques. The shops and restaurants located by the waterfront exude the perfect nautical vibe, complementing the boatbuilding heritage that has long served the local townsfolk lucky enough to live in this scenic, naturally sheltered harbour.
Strolling down Fore Street you will find a tempting selection of cafes, delis, restaurants, and pubs to frequent, whilst children (and adults!) will insist on a trip to the old fashioned sweet shop, Cranch's, or treat them to delicious local ice cream at the Salcombe Dairy. The recently refurbished, family and dog-friendly pub, The Victoria Inn, serves excellent food and also operates a 'man crèche' that may be useful for more relaxed shopping trips!
A little ferry makes the short trip back and forth to the golden sands of East Portlemouth and the dog-friendly beaches at Mill Bay and Sunny Cove, whilst the energetic can pick up the South West Coast Path from here to enjoy unrivalled scenery from the rugged clifftop trail. The beach at North Sands is an easy stroll from town, where you'll find The Winking Prawn, a child-friendly institution amongst locals and holiday makers alike, where diners can enjoy delicious food and drink for breakfast, lunch or dinner... or all three if you fancy a full day on the beach.
The exquisite Overbeck's National Trust, just a little further along the coast at South Sands, is well worth a visit for the spectacular views and world famous gardens, capable of growing a broad range of rare and exotic plants not commonly found on these shores thanks to the site's unique location, perched high on the coastline and open to the Gulf Stream.
Outside of the peak season, visitors can expect to find a much quieter town more akin to a sleepy West Country village. However, the shops and restaurants generally stay open throughout the year, and the natural beauty of the area is so abundant that Salcombe remains a fantastic holiday destination all year round.
A holiday cottage in Salcombe has all the ingredients for a relaxing seaside holiday in a simply stunning area of outstanding natural beauty.
For one car in very spacious private garage at the property (garage door height is 194cm. Width 335cm).
- Included: Bed linen and towels, (guests must provide their own beach towels), Electricity and gas central heating. High chair, travel cot and stair gate.
- Telephone: No telephone. Mobile reception generally good. Wi-Fi.
- Pets: One dog allowed. (Pet charge £30.00 per week).
- Local facilities: Island Street Bar & Grill 100 yards. Co-op shop 200 yards. Other Shops, restaurants and pubs all within a short walk. Beach across the estuary 900 yards (400 on passenger ferry). Kingsbridge with supermarkets and all other facilities 6 miles.
Salcombe Distilling Co. Gin School & Rum School
(Less than a mile)
(6)
Visit Salcombe Distilling Co.'s award-winning Gin School or new Rum School for the ultimate Salcombe experience. Learn all about the art of distillation and go home with your very own bottle, while sampling their range of spirits along the way. We recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
Salcombe Distilling Co. 28 Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP (T: 01548 288180)
Enjoy 15% off in the Retail Store and Distillery Bar with your Toad Hall Cottages discount card.
Enjoy 15% off Salcombe Distilling Co's Gin School or new Rum School when you book online (discount excludes gift vouchers) using code TOADDISC15
With Salcombe rammed with so many people this was a fantastic find! Smart and just what we needed. Good service and lots of gin!
September 2021
Really helpful and knowledgeable team
July 2021
Great atmosphere, just the place for a relaxing drink
June 2021
Excellent service, relaxed atmosphere great now it’s dog friendly, didn’t like gin until I tried Salcombe gin!
September 2019
Meandered from the cottage. Nice view over the creek. Good explanation about the several gins. Enjoyed the experience. Maybe a touch expensive but it was nice!
October 2018
My Gin School experience was a real highlight of my holiday in Salcombe. From the delicious (& very generous!) G&T served on arrival, to the fun of selecting my own unique blend of botanicals, and the the final joy of taking my beautifully presented, personalised bottle of gin home, the whole afternoon was interesting and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
May 2018
Salcombe Distilling Co. Retail Store
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Salcombe Distilling's retail store is nestled amongst traditional boatbuilders on Island Street where you can browse their carefully curated collection of spirits and unique gifts. Complimentary informal tutored tastings are available in store and a Salcombe Gin refill service, so don't forget to bring your empty bottles!
Salcombe Distilling Co. 28 Island Street, Salcombe, TQ8 8DP (T: 01548 312260)
Enjoy 15% off in the Retail Store and Distillery Bar with your Toad Hall Cottages discount card.
Enjoy 15% off Salcombe Distilling Co's Gin School or new Rum School when you book online (discount excludes gift vouchers) using code TOADDISC15
Tour fully booked but enjoyed the bar area and purchased a bottle of the rose gin, which i can recommend
July 2023
Before my partner and I arrived in Salcombe we were not gin drinkers, but we left as gin drinkers. The lovely lady in the shop advised us what would make a nice present and gave us tastes of the different gins. Bought a gift for the neighbours they loved it....Bought a little gift for us too!
May 2023
Salcombe Suppers
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Been at the beach all day ? Don't want to cook but equally just want to kick back in your holiday cottage for the evening ? Salcombe Suppers offer a short but awesomely good menu of high quality family friendly suppers to take away using fresh local seafood and other delicious local ingredients. Each meal comes frozen and generously serves 4 people and are available from The Crab Shed in Salcombe or Aune Valley in Loddiswell. Check the website below for menus and further details.
The Crab Shed, Gould Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8DU
Aune Valley Farm Shop, Rake Farm, Kingsbridge TQ7 4DA
Salcombe Suppers are just the best for a cosy night in but no hassle! Absolutely love the fish pie - delicious! Generous portions. Thoroughly recommend
May 2022
The Crab Shed
(Less than a mile)
(32)
A vibrant seafood restaurant on the water’s edge serving 100% hand-picked crab meat along with some of the finest fish and seafood delivered straight from the fishing boats. Expect relaxed dining in the contemporary restaurant with its waterside terrace overlooking Fish Quay.
The Crab Shed The Fish Quay, Salcombe TQ8 8DU (T: 01548 844280)
Fabulous fresh sea food - excellent staff who explain the options of how you would like your lobster/crab served. Booking advised
September 2023
Best Meal of the week.
July 2023
Delicious seafood, friendly staff, amazing views
July 2023
Visited the crab shed on our final day for a fish and chip lunch, it was excellent. A little more expensive than other places but it was worth it. Lovely to sit out on the deck in Nice weather. Its worth booking, gets very booked up.
May 2023
Lovely food here, visited at lunchtime and very popular.
May 2023
Great seafood meal and lovely staff
May 2023
Can't recommend the Crab Shed enough. Lovely relaxed cheerful ambience in restaurant, nice staff and great food. Delicious scallops and super crab linguine!
May 2022
Recommend, phone rather than book online as reservation not on their system - but luckily able to accommodate us. All our food was fantastic, good portion sizes and good value. Staff were attentive until it was the end of service when some left, maybe a bit too early !
April 2022
If you like seafood you'll enjoy the Crab Shed. Generous portions of delicious food. Some of the plates coming out of the kitchen looked amazing so we will be back in the summer to try more. It's quite a small place so book early to avoid disappointment.
October 2021
Must book and one of the top two restauarnts in the area - great portion size on very best quality food
October 2021
Wonderful experience, we wish we had booked more nights
June 2021
Outstanding food and service
June 2021
Slight difficulties over whether the door should be left open or closed on a cold night apart, and allowing for Salcombe’s very high prices, this was the best meal of our week in the town and the only place i would choose to go back to.
June 2021
Nice restaurant, lots to choose from if you like seafood. Limited on choices if you don't. Nice views and friendly staff
May 2021
Absolutely love this place! The food is delicious and excellent choice of seafood. We had two meals here (where we had to sit outside due to Covid) but know they're opening inside very soon with restrictions being lifted. Sitting outside was lovely though on a sunny day. We also had takeaway from here a couple of times which was also delicious. Suited our whole family of 6, who are all now adults including one gluten free. Convenient location right next to the car park. Lovely views up the estuary. Nice people running it. Thoroughly recommend!
May 2021
Visited the Crab Shed for an evening meal last week and can say we had an excellent meal. Food and service were first class and we will return. Thank you.
May 2021
Absolutely outstanding. Best fish restaurant we’ve been to. Would return to Salcombe just to eat here again. Book early to avoid disappointment.....you won’t regret it!
November 2020
This has to be one of the finest seafood meals I've had. The full crab was superb and so tasty. Very warm welcome and great service, they even taught me how to eat the full crab!! Highly recommend.
October 2020
Small but beautifully formed! Easily the best restaurant during our stay, fresh seafood with friendly and efficient staff.
September 2020
Great Food and very attentive staff. Great location by the quayside and car park. Make sure you park early!
September 2020
At this time of year November, it is almost impossible to park at because the car park is full of boats. The next nearest car park is a good five minutes walk (less if your legs are longer and younger than ours!) Situated on the waters edge The Crab Shed is much more than a shed, it's a Restaurant in a shed with a view and with a really splendid menu of primerilly seafood. It is not cheap but it is definitely worth it as a nice treat. We don't belong to a yacht club or anything like that but we did not feel out of place and were welcomed warmly and attended by efficient and friendly staff. The food was excellent. Definitely recommend a visit, probably wise to book in advance just to be sure of a seat - we didn't but were seated with no problem.
November 2019
Don't be put off by the location (car park), this is an excellent restaurant. The menu doesn't bamboozle you and the ingredients and cooking are high quality. Friendly service. Recommend you book as not many seats mean it gets full quickly.
September 2019
Very nice lunch on a rainy day, delicious moules with a creamy sauce.
September 2019
Some of the most delicious fish meals we have ever eaten - especially the scollops and the sea bass. A lovely ambiance and great wines to boot!
September 2019
We're never disappointed when we visit here, one of our favourites in Salcombe.
May 2019
Excellent food, well served with very friendly staff. Will most certainly return on our next visit to Salcombe and would thoroughly recommend it to others who enjoy seafood and fish.
May 2019
great seafood and view
April 2019
Lovely little restaurant, good honest food with a good service.
October 2018
Excellent. Good service and food with good service.
October 2018
We had two excellent meals at this restaurant. The shellfish is to die for, we loved the lobster! Portions huge and a very friendly team.
September 2018
Amazing food and great staff! Fabulous service and food - can’t fault it!
August 2018
Called in for lunch one Friday - lovely staff, nice food, although not the largest of portion sizes, but still lovely - would recommend and will return when in Salcombe next year
July 2017
The Fortescue Inn
(Less than a mile)
(25)
A traditional seaside pub and restaurant with great food, large sunny beer garden and friendly welcoming staff. Enjoy the fresh locally caught fish and seafood, or pizzas straight from the wood fired pizza oven.
The Fortescue Inn Union Street, Salcombe TQ8 8BZ (T: 01548 842868)
Nice meal. Menu, food and service not as good since the takeover compared to when we ate here in September 2021.
September 2023
My favourite eatery in Salcombe. Both food and service very good
September 2023
Although it has changed hands lately, we ate there over Easter and can confirm that (in our opinion!) the food is still the best in Salcombe.
April 2023
Busy but nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great food.
June 2022
Amazing menu choice and food was excellent, visited for dinner 5 nights with 5 different selected choices and each night the quality of food was to a very high standard, friendly staff, four legged paws made very welcome. 5* all round. Book in advance as they are busy. Bravo to the chef's.
May 2022
It was really busy but we were squeezed in by very friendly staff. The food was lovely and well priced. Would highly recommend the wild mushroom risotto
October 2021
Friendly and efficient service. Good food.
September 2021
Excellent choice on the menu, pub food favourites and also something a little different like monkfish curry, fish tacos and Asian king prawn salad. Every meal we’ve had has been fantastic, we’ve eaten here every day this week! The staff are lovely and the service is great. Must be the best pub / restaurant in Salcombe.
September 2021
We ate here 3 evenings during our 7 day stay in Salcombe. The food was excellent and atmosphere brilliant. Staff very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.
September 2021
Excellent food and good service
September 2021
Lovely lunch.
September 2021
Perfect location, great staff and great food!
July 2021
We visited the Fortescue Arms several times during our recent week in Salcombe. They would take a booking which several other places in town wouldn't. With their extensive menu to choose from the only problem we had was deciding what to eat. All meals eaten there were delicious. Service was friendly and prompt. We will be straight back next time we visit Salcombe.
May 2021
Good outdoor area with wood burner. Seafood chowder was delicious!
May 2021
Great pizzas, friendly staff and very covid safe
October 2020
Great pub with good food and friendly staff and if it is booked the Take away pizzas are excellent.
September 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed eating here during this Covid affected summer. There was a full menu which was appreciated as other pubs were only offering a restricted menu and the food was excellent. We felt safe as there was plenty of room between tables which were cleaned down between each sitting. The staff were very helpful and pleasant. The fact that we ate every night at The Fortescue should be a good testimony to this pub.
September 2020
Good take away service - prompt and efficient. Very generous portions too!
September 2020
Fortesque was welcoming to family and dog both outside and inside - totally relaxed
September 2019
It was the most expensive and boring pub in the area.
November 2018
Had a nice drink there one evening. Good range of proper beers.
October 2018
We ate here twice, 10 of us on one occasion and all dishes were good. Menu varied and interesting, staff good.
July 2018
Fabulous pizzas!
April 2018
Extensive gin menu with suggested tonics and garnishes. Nice beer garden and excellent stone baked pizzas. Great spot for a sunny day!
June 2017
A fabulous welcoming and friendly pub. We loved the pizzas here and ate here 3 times in 1 week as they were a lot more family friendly than the rest of the pubs in Salcombe. I really would recommend a visit here!
June 2017
Island Cruising Club
(Less than a mile)
This well known, friendly, sailing club offers something for everyone who wants to enjoy being on the water in Salcombe Harbour and beyond. Join for a day, a week or more to make use of their fleet of ribs, powerboats, dinghys, yachts and more at reasonable rates. Or enjoy a 3 hour dinghy sailing or powerboat taster session, great value and great fun for all the family.
Click here for further details
SUP Away
(Less than a mile)
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
Salcombe Bike Hire
(Less than a mile)
A small and friendly bike hire company in Salcombe offering high-quality bikes and plenty of advice on routes and places to visit. Guided tours also available.
Click here for more information
Salcombe Water Limo
(Less than a mile)
A family business offering skippered cruises on Salcombe estuary, aboard the beautiful motor launch, Baia Vita. Accommodating 4 guests, her looks are taken from the very best classic Italian 1960’s boats that once cruised the waters of the Riviera and Venice and guests can enjoy the renaissance of that era whilst cruising the estuary in style. Guests can choose from an hour-long cruise along the estuary, an evening cruise or, if they have a special occasion to celebrate, they can personalise the cruise to suit. Bring your own picnic and drinks - glasses are provided.
Click here for further details
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Hiring a traditional Salcombe Yawl or launch is a fabulous way to explore the Salcombe estuary taking in the beaches and wildlife along the way. The Salcombe Yawl is an attractive 16ft dingy unique to Salcombe suitable for racing or cruising with the family, or alternatively, less experienced sailors can hire a sturdier harbour launch with inboard engine to potter from beach to beach. Both are available on a weekly basis along with everything you need to have and enjoyable yet safe time on the water. Sailing tuition in a Salcombe Yawl, or leisurely skippered sails around the harbour are also available in the safe hands of experienced local sailor Scratch Hitchen.
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe (T: 01548 561619 M: 07966 840436)
A visit to Salcombe to hire one of these beautiful boats is a must. Scratch will talk you through everything you need to know and then you are free to explore the estuary in style. we had a lovely day and made some great memories.
May 2019
Sunny Cove
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Accessed either by boat, via a 10-minute walk through the woods from parking at Mill Bay, or a stroll from the Salcombe to East Portlemouth Ferry, Sunny Cove is a sandy beach which, as you might expect, catches the sun throughout the day, weather pending. It’s on the East Portlemouth side of the Salcombe Estuary opposite North Sands beach and Fort Charles, the ruined fortification that was originally constructed during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the Kingsbridge Estuary against French and Spanish Pirates. It’s a relatively gentle spot for swimming and ideal for picnics, lazy summer afternoons, and reaching on kayaks and paddle boards from other nearby beaches as well as being the perfect spot for building sandcastles. That said, the tide can come in quite quickly so make sure you don’t get caught out and be careful of the swell when bringing boats into the beach. Head there for the day in the summer or as a stop off en route to the café at Gara Rock or a longer walk along the coast path towards Prawle Point. Dogs are welcome all year round but keep in mind that there aren’t any facilities in the immediate vicinity (it would be a 10-15-minute walk along wooded footpaths) so take your sandwiches with you!
Gorgeous, quiet and very clean beach.
June 2023
Stunning bay ,Quiet and secluded
October 2021
Lovely little beach worth the walk or paddle!
July 2021
We didn’t know about this. Whilst appreciating the need to keep things to a minimum, local information like this could have been uploaded digitally. We made 2 attempts to locate a beach without success.
October 2020
The beach and the views were superb
September 2019
A nice sandy beach, crowded on a sunny day. but access quite tricky - a long walk for children if no room in the NT car park, and then a long walk back afterwards.
August 2019
Best reached by direct boat access but easy enough walk from ferry or mill bay car park. Our favourite beach.
August 2018
Mill Bay
(Less than a mile)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
North Sands, Salcombe
(Less than a mile)
(17)
The first beach as you walk along the Cliff Road out of Salcombe, North Sands sits in a valley and is a sandy horseshoe shaped beach that’s expansive at low tide. Thanks to its shape and location, it’s extremely popular in the summer because there’s plenty of space to set up camp for the day with buckets, spades and fishing nets in tow for avid marine biologists and sand castle connoisseurs. The beach has a fresh water stream running through it from the top of the valley, which, aside from providing hours of entertainment for accompanying dogs and a marvellous place to wash the sand off your feet, also means that the beach is largely wet sand, so don’t forget to take something to sit on if you’re heading there for the day. Popular with swimmers, despite the chilly water, North Sands provides a wonderful view out of the mouth of the Salcombe estuary and into the deep blue yonder so, for keen photographers, it’s ideal. If the weather is right then it’s a favourite amongst body boarders or even surfers on choppier days, and it’s a great place to take the paddle boards and kayaks if you happen to have them. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, unlike many of the beaches in the area, there are toilets over the road and there’s a car park with charges from £1 throughout the year. The cherry on top of this beautiful location is The Winking Prawn café and restaurant that’s right next to the beach. Open all year round they serve everything from breakfast, lunch and dinner to coffee, tea and cake, and in the summer they provide a barbecue in the garden overlooking the sea. It is popular though so leave a little time to queue for that Salcombe Dairy honeycomb ice cream in the height of summer!
A wonderful sheltered bay, the sea is so clean and lovely to swim in. Disabled access and dog friendly with the lovely cafe close by.
October 2023
Very nice beach. Very clean.
July 2023
Swim here daily when in Salcombe.
June 2023
A great dog friendly beach. Check the tide times, go at low tide, makes a fabulous beach to look for shells, relax in the sun, and walk in the stuff with your dog.
May 2023
Excellent beach for dogs
May 2023
Nice beach it's great dog friendly beach
May 2023
What a beautiful place to walk to along Coast Road from Salcombe town. The view through the trees to the amazing colour of the water is breathtaking and North Sands is spectacular. We could have sat just people watching all day. The winking prawn is a lovely place for a drink or bite to eat.
July 2022
Lovely beach which is a quick walk down from the property, food and toilets but neither used.
July 2022
Brilliant beach for all the family within walking distance of cottage. Car park and toilets nearby.
May 2022
Fantastic clean beach. Dog friendly
September 2021
Excellent clean and safe dog friendly beach. Very friendly and helpful locals.
May 2021
Lovely clean family friendly beach
July 2020
Lovely beach , easily accessible , particularly with elderly members in the party .
September 2019
North Sands is a wonderful beach great for families, the winking prawn restaurant is great for anything from snacks to a full meal stunning views out to sea
October 2018
Very nice beach for dog lovers and good café.
July 2018
Gorgeous, just stunning! Brilliant beach, fabulous cafe (Winking Prawn) and good priced car park! Love, love, love it!!
August 2017
Superb safe and stunningly picturesque
June 2017
South Sands, Salcombe
(2 miles)
(6)
Bit too far to cycle from centre of Salcombe for a swim, but do visit regularly. Used to stay at Bolt Head when it was an hotel, so remember it fondly.
June 2023
The new Harbour hotel at South Sands has wonderful views over the estuary and is worth stopping there for a quick lunch before continuing up to the overbecks
April 2023
North Sands better for beach but South Sands cafe and tractor/ferry are great.
June 2022
Rude staff on ferry - expecting people to wear mask on an outdoor boat trip ! Made to feel like we were an inconvenience- very poor.
August 2021
Great - kids loved the big building Site
August 2020
A beautiful sandy beach that is superb for children as you have to go out quite a way before the water gets deep. Water sports available. Access is via very narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse and parking is very limited.
July 2017
Gara Rock Beach
(2 miles)
(12)
A bit tricky getting down to the beach but worth it.
September 2023
Super dog friendly beach and the children had a lovely time too, it was pretty busy but it was a bank holiday!
June 2022
VERY PEACEFULL AND NO CROWDS
September 2021
Superb location, excellent service. We were unable to book beforehand but were fortunate to be able to secure a table.
September 2021
Beautiful sandy and pebbly cove... we spent 2 gorgeous days there with our dog! Be prepared for steep climb back to Gara Rock restaurant but worth it!
July 2021
After driving an hour through Devon drizzle we were not impressed to be turned away because we weren't guests. "or you can sit outside and have coffee from the Garavan". Lesson learned: Don't go unless you're booked.
October 2020
We had a beautiful meal with stunning views at Gara Rock. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was divine. We also had spa treatments for the group, who left feeling relaxed and radiant.
September 2020
Lovely secluded beach, dog friendly and easy to get to.
July 2020
Go there for the coastal walk. Fantastic. Stop at the hotel for a coffee, the views are stunning
September 2019
A lovely beach (although quite "weedy"), almost deserted the morning we were there, and well worth the tricky path down and the steep climb back
August 2019
My favourite beach in the country, nothing run of the mill here, lovely views
July 2019
Lovely beach. We arrived early after a steep walk down the cliff path. Had the beach initially to ourselves! Starts to get busier as the day goes on.
July 2018
August 2023
Absolutely brilliant apartment! Perfect position, 2 mins (FLAT!) walk to town but in a quiet street (apart from the seagulls at 4:30!). Super large garage underneath, plenty of space and everything you could need. Would recommend & return in a shot!
July 2023
We had a fabulous stay and in such a convenient location - a little too close to the bakery!!
June 2023
It’s perfect for us and we love it and go three times a year for six years
June 2023
Very prompt help from the owner when there was a power cut and we could not open the electric garage door. Many thanks for that.
May 2023
We love staying here, the moment we walk through the door we feel totally relaxed and home. Once your car is parked in the spacious garage you won't need it again. The properties location is fantastic, the water, coastal and country walks, the shops and restaurants/pubs are on your doorstep. We're so sad when we leave 3 Waters Edge already booked again for next year, can't wait to go back.
June 2022
We had another wonderful stay. Thank you
May 2022
Our 2nd stay at this property and we loved it as much as the first time. It's location is exceptional, perfect for exploring Salcombe by foot or on the water. The new garage door is fab, and the size of the garage was brilliant for storing our kayak and bikes. We love it here and have booked for next year. The owners of the property and the Toad Hall team are first class. Thank you!
October 2021
The Co-op just up the road was excellent for a local store.
September 2021
We had a fantastic time. The location of the property is excellent and parking a bonus. We will definitely return!
June 2021
Great location, great property will be returning next year
June 2021
We had a lovely week in the house . The location of it was ideal and the garage was useful for storing paddle boards and other beach equipment. It was great to have guaranteed parking too. The kitchen was well equipped, although we took picnics to the beach at lunchtime and ate out most evenings. The birds were very noisy in the early mornings but appreciate there is little that can be done to stop this.
May 2021
The housekeeper sue was a brilliant help and very nice and friendly
May 2021
Great accommodation, perfect location plus garage! Very comfortable, has everything you need. We've booked again for next year. Highly recommended.
May 2021
Brilliant week
August 2020
Great stay thank you
November 2019
Enjoyed our stay immensely, the apartment was great and in a fantastic location.
We are delighted to see you enjoyed your stay in this lovely house in central Salcombe.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2019
We Love it there it’s a perfect comfortable bolt hole for our small family, it is our fifth visit in 18 months. A perfect location for to everything.
July 2019
We love 3 Waters Edge, this is our 6th week in the Cottage and we have booked again for this October and then July next year. It’s perfectly located and the layout feels like home. We love it, now formally our ‘home from home’ in Salcombe.
June 2019
Very enjoyable stay, thank you.
April 2019
We met the cleaners on their way out; friendly, courteous and professional - a credit to Toad Hall Cottages
April 2019
enjoyed all aspects of our stay. Impressed with the way Toad Hall Cottages were on the case of the mistuned TV.
March 2019
It’s the second time we have stayed at this property and it is just perfect.
October 2018
Cottage was immaculately clean. Showers were very good but one thing to note is that you cant run two taps at the same time as I discovered to my cost when my wife ran a bath as I was in the shower. Once known all is good. would definitely stay again.
July 2018
Noisy during the day due to construction work on the quay opposite the house Quiet at night
June 2018
As usual we had a really good time all down to the property being on the level garage and location to village hope to be back in October
April 2018
We enjoyed are stay very much as the cottage is in an excellent location.It is very close to pubs and restaurants but is also situated in a very quiet location.The cottage is well equipped and very comfortable.Would certainly stay there again.
April 2018
EXCELLENT
March 2018
A great time
November 2017
Other than the above all great! would definitely stay there again !
October 2017
The whole experience of staying at waters edge was faultless we loved it and hope to use it several times in 2018 The garage also was a great plus and our little dog was very well behaved and crated at night she had a lovely time Thank you
September 2017
This property ticks all the right boxes. It was very clean and comfortable and very well equipped. Having a garage was a huge bonus in Salcombe town centre. Perfect location and just a minute's walk into this lovely town yet it was also very quiet staying in this property too. We enjoyed relaxing with a cuppa on the two balconies which both had different views. We would definitely stay here again if we stayed in Salcombe again.
September 2017
The inside of the property was really clean but the outside stairs and around the entrance to the garage was a bit scruffy and in need of a good sweep. We had a terrific stay, location was great as was being able to park right in the centre of Salcombe.
July 2017
Lovely spacious apartment - everything you could need including the location
June 2017
Perfect location and apartment, would use again and recommend for sure
May 2017
Had a lovely stay, only comments to make shower screen in onsuite with double bed needed cleaning at the bottom of the glass, garage door was not easy to open and shut, apart from that a lovely apartment.
It is great to see you had such a lovely stay at this popular waterside property. We will ensure your feedback is passed onto the property owners and the cleaning team for their consideration.
- The Toad Hall Team
May 2017
Really enjoyed staying here. Great value, great location, bright, airy and well equipped. Also warm during some unseasonably cold and blustery weather. So top marks on everything. minor gripe about left over food but easy to fix if you agree. Have already recommended this place to our friends and family.
It is great to see you had a such a good trip and we will pass on your feedback to the owner and caretaker for their consideration. We hope to see you again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2016
BEST HOLIDAY APPARTMENT WE HAVE EVER STAYED IN. IN A FANTASTIC LOCATION. A*
May 2016
What a super property. It has everything you could need including a garage (rare in Salcombe) and you don't have to walk up a hill to get back. A real find - bedrooms are bright and airy, bathroom and shower room are fine. The kitchen has everything you need should you decide to eat in, though with so many wonderful restaurants / pubs almost on your doorstep you may not eat in that often, if at all. Super walks all around for those who enjoy the active life, and shops and pubs for those who don't. Great beaches just a ferry ride away. A memorable stay in a really great property.
January 2016
Very happy with our stay, 3 Water's Edge is a brilliant little place for a weekend away in the heart of Salcombe. The garage was a particular bonus as parking in Salcombe is usually a nightmare. Very comfortable, fantastic furnishings and all very new and clean. Will definitely return.
July 2015
The description of 3 Waters Edge as an apartment perhaps doesn't do it justice. With its own entrance, accommodation on two floors and the garage beneath, it more like a mews house. We were very happy with our stay and the friendliness and willingness to help of the Toad Hall staff. A very pleasant holiday, in a lovely town. Many thanks. We will definitely recommend to friends/ family.
August 2023
Absolutely brilliant apartment! Perfect position, 2 mins (FLAT!) walk to town but in a quiet street (apart from the seagulls at 4:30!). Super large garage underneath, plenty of space and everything you could need. Would recommend & return in a shot!
July 2023
We had a fabulous stay and in such a convenient location - a little too close to the bakery!!
June 2023
It’s perfect for us and we love it and go three times a year for six years
June 2023
Very prompt help from the owner when there was a power cut and we could not open the electric garage door. Many thanks for that.
May 2023
We love staying here, the moment we walk through the door we feel totally relaxed and home. Once your car is parked in the spacious garage you won't need it again. The properties location is fantastic, the water, coastal and country walks, the shops and restaurants/pubs are on your doorstep. We're so sad when we leave 3 Waters Edge already booked again for next year, can't wait to go back.
June 2022
We had another wonderful stay. Thank you
May 2022
Our 2nd stay at this property and we loved it as much as the first time. It's location is exceptional, perfect for exploring Salcombe by foot or on the water. The new garage door is fab, and the size of the garage was brilliant for storing our kayak and bikes. We love it here and have booked for next year. The owners of the property and the Toad Hall team are first class. Thank you!
October 2021
The Co-op just up the road was excellent for a local store.
September 2021
We had a fantastic time. The location of the property is excellent and parking a bonus. We will definitely return!
June 2021
Great location, great property will be returning next year
June 2021
We had a lovely week in the house . The location of it was ideal and the garage was useful for storing paddle boards and other beach equipment. It was great to have guaranteed parking too. The kitchen was well equipped, although we took picnics to the beach at lunchtime and ate out most evenings. The birds were very noisy in the early mornings but appreciate there is little that can be done to stop this.
May 2021
The housekeeper sue was a brilliant help and very nice and friendly
May 2021
Great accommodation, perfect location plus garage! Very comfortable, has everything you need. We've booked again for next year. Highly recommended.
May 2021
Brilliant week
August 2020
Great stay thank you
November 2019
Enjoyed our stay immensely, the apartment was great and in a fantastic location.
We are delighted to see you enjoyed your stay in this lovely house in central Salcombe.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2019
We Love it there it’s a perfect comfortable bolt hole for our small family, it is our fifth visit in 18 months. A perfect location for to everything.
July 2019
We love 3 Waters Edge, this is our 6th week in the Cottage and we have booked again for this October and then July next year. It’s perfectly located and the layout feels like home. We love it, now formally our ‘home from home’ in Salcombe.
June 2019
Very enjoyable stay, thank you.
April 2019
We met the cleaners on their way out; friendly, courteous and professional - a credit to Toad Hall Cottages
April 2019
enjoyed all aspects of our stay. Impressed with the way Toad Hall Cottages were on the case of the mistuned TV.
March 2019
It’s the second time we have stayed at this property and it is just perfect.
October 2018
Cottage was immaculately clean. Showers were very good but one thing to note is that you cant run two taps at the same time as I discovered to my cost when my wife ran a bath as I was in the shower. Once known all is good. would definitely stay again.
July 2018
Noisy during the day due to construction work on the quay opposite the house Quiet at night
June 2018
As usual we had a really good time all down to the property being on the level garage and location to village hope to be back in October
April 2018
We enjoyed are stay very much as the cottage is in an excellent location.It is very close to pubs and restaurants but is also situated in a very quiet location.The cottage is well equipped and very comfortable.Would certainly stay there again.
April 2018
EXCELLENT
March 2018
A great time
November 2017
Other than the above all great! would definitely stay there again !
October 2017
The whole experience of staying at waters edge was faultless we loved it and hope to use it several times in 2018 The garage also was a great plus and our little dog was very well behaved and crated at night she had a lovely time Thank you
September 2017
This property ticks all the right boxes. It was very clean and comfortable and very well equipped. Having a garage was a huge bonus in Salcombe town centre. Perfect location and just a minute's walk into this lovely town yet it was also very quiet staying in this property too. We enjoyed relaxing with a cuppa on the two balconies which both had different views. We would definitely stay here again if we stayed in Salcombe again.
September 2017
The inside of the property was really clean but the outside stairs and around the entrance to the garage was a bit scruffy and in need of a good sweep. We had a terrific stay, location was great as was being able to park right in the centre of Salcombe.
July 2017
Lovely spacious apartment - everything you could need including the location
June 2017
Perfect location and apartment, would use again and recommend for sure
May 2017
Had a lovely stay, only comments to make shower screen in onsuite with double bed needed cleaning at the bottom of the glass, garage door was not easy to open and shut, apart from that a lovely apartment.
It is great to see you had such a lovely stay at this popular waterside property. We will ensure your feedback is passed onto the property owners and the cleaning team for their consideration.
- The Toad Hall Team
May 2017
Really enjoyed staying here. Great value, great location, bright, airy and well equipped. Also warm during some unseasonably cold and blustery weather. So top marks on everything. minor gripe about left over food but easy to fix if you agree. Have already recommended this place to our friends and family.
It is great to see you had a such a good trip and we will pass on your feedback to the owner and caretaker for their consideration. We hope to see you again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2016
BEST HOLIDAY APPARTMENT WE HAVE EVER STAYED IN. IN A FANTASTIC LOCATION. A*
May 2016
What a super property. It has everything you could need including a garage (rare in Salcombe) and you don't have to walk up a hill to get back. A real find - bedrooms are bright and airy, bathroom and shower room are fine. The kitchen has everything you need should you decide to eat in, though with so many wonderful restaurants / pubs almost on your doorstep you may not eat in that often, if at all. Super walks all around for those who enjoy the active life, and shops and pubs for those who don't. Great beaches just a ferry ride away. A memorable stay in a really great property.
January 2016
Very happy with our stay, 3 Water's Edge is a brilliant little place for a weekend away in the heart of Salcombe. The garage was a particular bonus as parking in Salcombe is usually a nightmare. Very comfortable, fantastic furnishings and all very new and clean. Will definitely return.
July 2015
The description of 3 Waters Edge as an apartment perhaps doesn't do it justice. With its own entrance, accommodation on two floors and the garage beneath, it more like a mews house. We were very happy with our stay and the friendliness and willingness to help of the Toad Hall staff. A very pleasant holiday, in a lovely town. Many thanks. We will definitely recommend to friends/ family.
Salcombe Distilling Co. Gin School & Rum School
(Less than a mile)
(6)
Visit Salcombe Distilling Co.'s award-winning Gin School or new Rum School for the ultimate Salcombe experience. Learn all about the art of distillation and go home with your very own bottle, while sampling their range of spirits along the way. We recommend booking in advance to avoid disappointment.
Salcombe Distilling Co. 28 Island St, Salcombe TQ8 8DP (T: 01548 288180)
Enjoy 15% off in the Retail Store and Distillery Bar with your Toad Hall Cottages discount card.
Enjoy 15% off Salcombe Distilling Co's Gin School or new Rum School when you book online (discount excludes gift vouchers) using code TOADDISC15
With Salcombe rammed with so many people this was a fantastic find! Smart and just what we needed. Good service and lots of gin!
September 2021
Really helpful and knowledgeable team
July 2021
Great atmosphere, just the place for a relaxing drink
June 2021
Excellent service, relaxed atmosphere great now it’s dog friendly, didn’t like gin until I tried Salcombe gin!
September 2019
Meandered from the cottage. Nice view over the creek. Good explanation about the several gins. Enjoyed the experience. Maybe a touch expensive but it was nice!
October 2018
My Gin School experience was a real highlight of my holiday in Salcombe. From the delicious (& very generous!) G&T served on arrival, to the fun of selecting my own unique blend of botanicals, and the the final joy of taking my beautifully presented, personalised bottle of gin home, the whole afternoon was interesting and enjoyable. Highly recommended!
May 2018
Salcombe Distilling Co. Retail Store
(Less than a mile)
(2)
Salcombe Distilling's retail store is nestled amongst traditional boatbuilders on Island Street where you can browse their carefully curated collection of spirits and unique gifts. Complimentary informal tutored tastings are available in store and a Salcombe Gin refill service, so don't forget to bring your empty bottles!
Salcombe Distilling Co. 28 Island Street, Salcombe, TQ8 8DP (T: 01548 312260)
Enjoy 15% off in the Retail Store and Distillery Bar with your Toad Hall Cottages discount card.
Enjoy 15% off Salcombe Distilling Co's Gin School or new Rum School when you book online (discount excludes gift vouchers) using code TOADDISC15
Tour fully booked but enjoyed the bar area and purchased a bottle of the rose gin, which i can recommend
July 2023
Before my partner and I arrived in Salcombe we were not gin drinkers, but we left as gin drinkers. The lovely lady in the shop advised us what would make a nice present and gave us tastes of the different gins. Bought a gift for the neighbours they loved it....Bought a little gift for us too!
May 2023
Salcombe Suppers
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Been at the beach all day ? Don't want to cook but equally just want to kick back in your holiday cottage for the evening ? Salcombe Suppers offer a short but awesomely good menu of high quality family friendly suppers to take away using fresh local seafood and other delicious local ingredients. Each meal comes frozen and generously serves 4 people and are available from The Crab Shed in Salcombe or Aune Valley in Loddiswell. Check the website below for menus and further details.
The Crab Shed, Gould Rd, Salcombe TQ8 8DU
Aune Valley Farm Shop, Rake Farm, Kingsbridge TQ7 4DA
Salcombe Suppers are just the best for a cosy night in but no hassle! Absolutely love the fish pie - delicious! Generous portions. Thoroughly recommend
May 2022
The Crab Shed
(Less than a mile)
(32)
A vibrant seafood restaurant on the water’s edge serving 100% hand-picked crab meat along with some of the finest fish and seafood delivered straight from the fishing boats. Expect relaxed dining in the contemporary restaurant with its waterside terrace overlooking Fish Quay.
The Crab Shed The Fish Quay, Salcombe TQ8 8DU (T: 01548 844280)
Fabulous fresh sea food - excellent staff who explain the options of how you would like your lobster/crab served. Booking advised
September 2023
Best Meal of the week.
July 2023
Delicious seafood, friendly staff, amazing views
July 2023
Visited the crab shed on our final day for a fish and chip lunch, it was excellent. A little more expensive than other places but it was worth it. Lovely to sit out on the deck in Nice weather. Its worth booking, gets very booked up.
May 2023
Lovely food here, visited at lunchtime and very popular.
May 2023
Great seafood meal and lovely staff
May 2023
Can't recommend the Crab Shed enough. Lovely relaxed cheerful ambience in restaurant, nice staff and great food. Delicious scallops and super crab linguine!
May 2022
Recommend, phone rather than book online as reservation not on their system - but luckily able to accommodate us. All our food was fantastic, good portion sizes and good value. Staff were attentive until it was the end of service when some left, maybe a bit too early !
April 2022
If you like seafood you'll enjoy the Crab Shed. Generous portions of delicious food. Some of the plates coming out of the kitchen looked amazing so we will be back in the summer to try more. It's quite a small place so book early to avoid disappointment.
October 2021
Must book and one of the top two restauarnts in the area - great portion size on very best quality food
October 2021
Wonderful experience, we wish we had booked more nights
June 2021
Outstanding food and service
June 2021
Slight difficulties over whether the door should be left open or closed on a cold night apart, and allowing for Salcombe’s very high prices, this was the best meal of our week in the town and the only place i would choose to go back to.
June 2021
Nice restaurant, lots to choose from if you like seafood. Limited on choices if you don't. Nice views and friendly staff
May 2021
Absolutely love this place! The food is delicious and excellent choice of seafood. We had two meals here (where we had to sit outside due to Covid) but know they're opening inside very soon with restrictions being lifted. Sitting outside was lovely though on a sunny day. We also had takeaway from here a couple of times which was also delicious. Suited our whole family of 6, who are all now adults including one gluten free. Convenient location right next to the car park. Lovely views up the estuary. Nice people running it. Thoroughly recommend!
May 2021
Visited the Crab Shed for an evening meal last week and can say we had an excellent meal. Food and service were first class and we will return. Thank you.
May 2021
Absolutely outstanding. Best fish restaurant we’ve been to. Would return to Salcombe just to eat here again. Book early to avoid disappointment.....you won’t regret it!
November 2020
This has to be one of the finest seafood meals I've had. The full crab was superb and so tasty. Very warm welcome and great service, they even taught me how to eat the full crab!! Highly recommend.
October 2020
Small but beautifully formed! Easily the best restaurant during our stay, fresh seafood with friendly and efficient staff.
September 2020
Great Food and very attentive staff. Great location by the quayside and car park. Make sure you park early!
September 2020
At this time of year November, it is almost impossible to park at because the car park is full of boats. The next nearest car park is a good five minutes walk (less if your legs are longer and younger than ours!) Situated on the waters edge The Crab Shed is much more than a shed, it's a Restaurant in a shed with a view and with a really splendid menu of primerilly seafood. It is not cheap but it is definitely worth it as a nice treat. We don't belong to a yacht club or anything like that but we did not feel out of place and were welcomed warmly and attended by efficient and friendly staff. The food was excellent. Definitely recommend a visit, probably wise to book in advance just to be sure of a seat - we didn't but were seated with no problem.
November 2019
Don't be put off by the location (car park), this is an excellent restaurant. The menu doesn't bamboozle you and the ingredients and cooking are high quality. Friendly service. Recommend you book as not many seats mean it gets full quickly.
September 2019
Very nice lunch on a rainy day, delicious moules with a creamy sauce.
September 2019
Some of the most delicious fish meals we have ever eaten - especially the scollops and the sea bass. A lovely ambiance and great wines to boot!
September 2019
We're never disappointed when we visit here, one of our favourites in Salcombe.
May 2019
Excellent food, well served with very friendly staff. Will most certainly return on our next visit to Salcombe and would thoroughly recommend it to others who enjoy seafood and fish.
May 2019
great seafood and view
April 2019
Lovely little restaurant, good honest food with a good service.
October 2018
Excellent. Good service and food with good service.
October 2018
We had two excellent meals at this restaurant. The shellfish is to die for, we loved the lobster! Portions huge and a very friendly team.
September 2018
Amazing food and great staff! Fabulous service and food - can’t fault it!
August 2018
Called in for lunch one Friday - lovely staff, nice food, although not the largest of portion sizes, but still lovely - would recommend and will return when in Salcombe next year
July 2017
The Fortescue Inn
(Less than a mile)
(25)
A traditional seaside pub and restaurant with great food, large sunny beer garden and friendly welcoming staff. Enjoy the fresh locally caught fish and seafood, or pizzas straight from the wood fired pizza oven.
The Fortescue Inn Union Street, Salcombe TQ8 8BZ (T: 01548 842868)
Nice meal. Menu, food and service not as good since the takeover compared to when we ate here in September 2021.
September 2023
My favourite eatery in Salcombe. Both food and service very good
September 2023
Although it has changed hands lately, we ate there over Easter and can confirm that (in our opinion!) the food is still the best in Salcombe.
April 2023
Busy but nice atmosphere, friendly staff and great food.
June 2022
Amazing menu choice and food was excellent, visited for dinner 5 nights with 5 different selected choices and each night the quality of food was to a very high standard, friendly staff, four legged paws made very welcome. 5* all round. Book in advance as they are busy. Bravo to the chef's.
May 2022
It was really busy but we were squeezed in by very friendly staff. The food was lovely and well priced. Would highly recommend the wild mushroom risotto
October 2021
Friendly and efficient service. Good food.
September 2021
Excellent choice on the menu, pub food favourites and also something a little different like monkfish curry, fish tacos and Asian king prawn salad. Every meal we’ve had has been fantastic, we’ve eaten here every day this week! The staff are lovely and the service is great. Must be the best pub / restaurant in Salcombe.
September 2021
We ate here 3 evenings during our 7 day stay in Salcombe. The food was excellent and atmosphere brilliant. Staff very helpful and friendly. Would highly recommend.
September 2021
Excellent food and good service
September 2021
Lovely lunch.
September 2021
Perfect location, great staff and great food!
July 2021
We visited the Fortescue Arms several times during our recent week in Salcombe. They would take a booking which several other places in town wouldn't. With their extensive menu to choose from the only problem we had was deciding what to eat. All meals eaten there were delicious. Service was friendly and prompt. We will be straight back next time we visit Salcombe.
May 2021
Good outdoor area with wood burner. Seafood chowder was delicious!
May 2021
Great pizzas, friendly staff and very covid safe
October 2020
Great pub with good food and friendly staff and if it is booked the Take away pizzas are excellent.
September 2020
We thoroughly enjoyed eating here during this Covid affected summer. There was a full menu which was appreciated as other pubs were only offering a restricted menu and the food was excellent. We felt safe as there was plenty of room between tables which were cleaned down between each sitting. The staff were very helpful and pleasant. The fact that we ate every night at The Fortescue should be a good testimony to this pub.
September 2020
Good take away service - prompt and efficient. Very generous portions too!
September 2020
Fortesque was welcoming to family and dog both outside and inside - totally relaxed
September 2019
It was the most expensive and boring pub in the area.
November 2018
Had a nice drink there one evening. Good range of proper beers.
October 2018
We ate here twice, 10 of us on one occasion and all dishes were good. Menu varied and interesting, staff good.
July 2018
Fabulous pizzas!
April 2018
Extensive gin menu with suggested tonics and garnishes. Nice beer garden and excellent stone baked pizzas. Great spot for a sunny day!
June 2017
A fabulous welcoming and friendly pub. We loved the pizzas here and ate here 3 times in 1 week as they were a lot more family friendly than the rest of the pubs in Salcombe. I really would recommend a visit here!
June 2017
Island Cruising Club
(Less than a mile)
This well known, friendly, sailing club offers something for everyone who wants to enjoy being on the water in Salcombe Harbour and beyond. Join for a day, a week or more to make use of their fleet of ribs, powerboats, dinghys, yachts and more at reasonable rates. Or enjoy a 3 hour dinghy sailing or powerboat taster session, great value and great fun for all the family.
Click here for further details
SUP Away
(Less than a mile)
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
Salcombe Bike Hire
(Less than a mile)
A small and friendly bike hire company in Salcombe offering high-quality bikes and plenty of advice on routes and places to visit. Guided tours also available.
Click here for more information
Salcombe Water Limo
(Less than a mile)
A family business offering skippered cruises on Salcombe estuary, aboard the beautiful motor launch, Baia Vita. Accommodating 4 guests, her looks are taken from the very best classic Italian 1960’s boats that once cruised the waters of the Riviera and Venice and guests can enjoy the renaissance of that era whilst cruising the estuary in style. Guests can choose from an hour-long cruise along the estuary, an evening cruise or, if they have a special occasion to celebrate, they can personalise the cruise to suit. Bring your own picnic and drinks - glasses are provided.
Click here for further details
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe
(Less than a mile)
(1)
Hiring a traditional Salcombe Yawl or launch is a fabulous way to explore the Salcombe estuary taking in the beaches and wildlife along the way. The Salcombe Yawl is an attractive 16ft dingy unique to Salcombe suitable for racing or cruising with the family, or alternatively, less experienced sailors can hire a sturdier harbour launch with inboard engine to potter from beach to beach. Both are available on a weekly basis along with everything you need to have and enjoyable yet safe time on the water. Sailing tuition in a Salcombe Yawl, or leisurely skippered sails around the harbour are also available in the safe hands of experienced local sailor Scratch Hitchen.
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe (T: 01548 561619 M: 07966 840436)
A visit to Salcombe to hire one of these beautiful boats is a must. Scratch will talk you through everything you need to know and then you are free to explore the estuary in style. we had a lovely day and made some great memories.
May 2019
Sunny Cove
(Less than a mile)
(7)
Accessed either by boat, via a 10-minute walk through the woods from parking at Mill Bay, or a stroll from the Salcombe to East Portlemouth Ferry, Sunny Cove is a sandy beach which, as you might expect, catches the sun throughout the day, weather pending. It’s on the East Portlemouth side of the Salcombe Estuary opposite North Sands beach and Fort Charles, the ruined fortification that was originally constructed during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the Kingsbridge Estuary against French and Spanish Pirates. It’s a relatively gentle spot for swimming and ideal for picnics, lazy summer afternoons, and reaching on kayaks and paddle boards from other nearby beaches as well as being the perfect spot for building sandcastles. That said, the tide can come in quite quickly so make sure you don’t get caught out and be careful of the swell when bringing boats into the beach. Head there for the day in the summer or as a stop off en route to the café at Gara Rock or a longer walk along the coast path towards Prawle Point. Dogs are welcome all year round but keep in mind that there aren’t any facilities in the immediate vicinity (it would be a 10-15-minute walk along wooded footpaths) so take your sandwiches with you!
Gorgeous, quiet and very clean beach.
June 2023
Stunning bay ,Quiet and secluded
October 2021
Lovely little beach worth the walk or paddle!
July 2021
We didn’t know about this. Whilst appreciating the need to keep things to a minimum, local information like this could have been uploaded digitally. We made 2 attempts to locate a beach without success.
October 2020
The beach and the views were superb
September 2019
A nice sandy beach, crowded on a sunny day. but access quite tricky - a long walk for children if no room in the NT car park, and then a long walk back afterwards.
August 2019
Best reached by direct boat access but easy enough walk from ferry or mill bay car park. Our favourite beach.
August 2018
Mill Bay
(Less than a mile)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
North Sands, Salcombe
(Less than a mile)
(17)
The first beach as you walk along the Cliff Road out of Salcombe, North Sands sits in a valley and is a sandy horseshoe shaped beach that’s expansive at low tide. Thanks to its shape and location, it’s extremely popular in the summer because there’s plenty of space to set up camp for the day with buckets, spades and fishing nets in tow for avid marine biologists and sand castle connoisseurs. The beach has a fresh water stream running through it from the top of the valley, which, aside from providing hours of entertainment for accompanying dogs and a marvellous place to wash the sand off your feet, also means that the beach is largely wet sand, so don’t forget to take something to sit on if you’re heading there for the day. Popular with swimmers, despite the chilly water, North Sands provides a wonderful view out of the mouth of the Salcombe estuary and into the deep blue yonder so, for keen photographers, it’s ideal. If the weather is right then it’s a favourite amongst body boarders or even surfers on choppier days, and it’s a great place to take the paddle boards and kayaks if you happen to have them. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, unlike many of the beaches in the area, there are toilets over the road and there’s a car park with charges from £1 throughout the year. The cherry on top of this beautiful location is The Winking Prawn café and restaurant that’s right next to the beach. Open all year round they serve everything from breakfast, lunch and dinner to coffee, tea and cake, and in the summer they provide a barbecue in the garden overlooking the sea. It is popular though so leave a little time to queue for that Salcombe Dairy honeycomb ice cream in the height of summer!
A wonderful sheltered bay, the sea is so clean and lovely to swim in. Disabled access and dog friendly with the lovely cafe close by.
October 2023
Very nice beach. Very clean.
July 2023
Swim here daily when in Salcombe.
June 2023
A great dog friendly beach. Check the tide times, go at low tide, makes a fabulous beach to look for shells, relax in the sun, and walk in the stuff with your dog.
May 2023
Excellent beach for dogs
May 2023
Nice beach it's great dog friendly beach
May 2023
What a beautiful place to walk to along Coast Road from Salcombe town. The view through the trees to the amazing colour of the water is breathtaking and North Sands is spectacular. We could have sat just people watching all day. The winking prawn is a lovely place for a drink or bite to eat.
July 2022
Lovely beach which is a quick walk down from the property, food and toilets but neither used.
July 2022
Brilliant beach for all the family within walking distance of cottage. Car park and toilets nearby.
May 2022
Fantastic clean beach. Dog friendly
September 2021
Excellent clean and safe dog friendly beach. Very friendly and helpful locals.
May 2021
Lovely clean family friendly beach
July 2020
Lovely beach , easily accessible , particularly with elderly members in the party .
September 2019
North Sands is a wonderful beach great for families, the winking prawn restaurant is great for anything from snacks to a full meal stunning views out to sea
October 2018
Very nice beach for dog lovers and good café.
July 2018
Gorgeous, just stunning! Brilliant beach, fabulous cafe (Winking Prawn) and good priced car park! Love, love, love it!!
August 2017
Superb safe and stunningly picturesque
June 2017
South Sands, Salcombe
(2 miles)
(6)
Bit too far to cycle from centre of Salcombe for a swim, but do visit regularly. Used to stay at Bolt Head when it was an hotel, so remember it fondly.
June 2023
The new Harbour hotel at South Sands has wonderful views over the estuary and is worth stopping there for a quick lunch before continuing up to the overbecks
April 2023
North Sands better for beach but South Sands cafe and tractor/ferry are great.
June 2022
Rude staff on ferry - expecting people to wear mask on an outdoor boat trip ! Made to feel like we were an inconvenience- very poor.
August 2021
Great - kids loved the big building Site
August 2020
A beautiful sandy beach that is superb for children as you have to go out quite a way before the water gets deep. Water sports available. Access is via very narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse and parking is very limited.
July 2017
Gara Rock Beach
(2 miles)
(12)
A bit tricky getting down to the beach but worth it.
September 2023
Super dog friendly beach and the children had a lovely time too, it was pretty busy but it was a bank holiday!
June 2022
VERY PEACEFULL AND NO CROWDS
September 2021
Superb location, excellent service. We were unable to book beforehand but were fortunate to be able to secure a table.
September 2021
Beautiful sandy and pebbly cove... we spent 2 gorgeous days there with our dog! Be prepared for steep climb back to Gara Rock restaurant but worth it!
July 2021
After driving an hour through Devon drizzle we were not impressed to be turned away because we weren't guests. "or you can sit outside and have coffee from the Garavan". Lesson learned: Don't go unless you're booked.
October 2020
We had a beautiful meal with stunning views at Gara Rock. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was divine. We also had spa treatments for the group, who left feeling relaxed and radiant.
September 2020
Lovely secluded beach, dog friendly and easy to get to.
July 2020
Go there for the coastal walk. Fantastic. Stop at the hotel for a coffee, the views are stunning
September 2019
A lovely beach (although quite "weedy"), almost deserted the morning we were there, and well worth the tricky path down and the steep climb back
August 2019
My favourite beach in the country, nothing run of the mill here, lovely views
July 2019
Lovely beach. We arrived early after a steep walk down the cliff path. Had the beach initially to ourselves! Starts to get busier as the day goes on.
July 2018
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