Key Features
- Property code: 4MALT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Dishwasher
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
4 The Malt is a modern and spacious first floor apartment in the very heart of Kingsbridge. Within a short stroll to the estuary and all the town’s inns, restaurants, cafes, shops and markets the property is perfect for those looking to have all facilities on the doorstep. The seaside settlements of Salcombe, Thurlestone, Hope Cove and Torcross are also all within an easy drive or bus ride for the days you wish to relax on the beach or take on one the areas many stunning coastal walks. The apartment is light and comfortable throughout and has great views over the vibrant town square from the Juliet balcony.
Regret, no babies, toddlers or children under the age of 12.
Key Features
- Property code: 4MALT
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Dishwasher
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
4 The Malt is a modern and spacious first floor apartment in the very heart of Kingsbridge. Within a short stroll to the estuary and all the town’s inns, restaurants, cafes, shops and markets the property is perfect for those looking to have all facilities on the doorstep. The seaside settlements of Salcombe, Thurlestone, Hope Cove and Torcross are also all within an easy drive or bus ride for the days you wish to relax on the beach or take on one the areas many stunning coastal walks. The apartment is light and comfortable throughout and has great views over the vibrant town square from the Juliet balcony.
Regret, no babies, toddlers or children under the age of 12.
Stairs from the secure foyer lead up to first floor apartment with video entry phone. Living roomat the front of the apartment with wood/laminate flooring, full length windows and Juliet balcony. Lounge area with 2 sofas, Smart TV, DVD, dining area to seat 4. Modern kitchen with granite worktops, ceramic hob, built in oven and grill, fridge and separate freezer, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. Corridor to rear double bedroom with 5ft double bed, TV and en-suite shower room with shower cubicle, hand basin, WC, heated towel rail and shaver point. Twin bedroom with 3ft beds. Family bathroom with bath with shower over, hand basin, WC, heated towel rail and shaver point.
The lively market town of Kingsbridge sits in a picturesque position in the heart of the South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and also at the head of the stunning Kingsbridge/Salcombe Estuary. The waterside town is surrounded by green rolling landscape, and is popular amongst walkers and watersports enthusiasts alike, with paddle boarders and kayakers being a common sighting on the town's waters, as well as sailing dinghies and motor boats.
Beach lovers will be spoilt for choice with so many excellent beaches within an easy drive of the town, including Hope Cove, Bantham, Bigbury-on-Sea, Slapton Sands, Blackpool Sands, Beesands, Mill Bay and the beaches at Salcombe's North and South Sands - to name just a few!
With a range of restaurants and pubs as well as a good selection of shops and two supermarkets, Kingsbridge has plenty to offer visitors. For a beautiful day out, take a cruise on the seasonal Rivermaid ferry up the estuary to Salcombe to spend a day on one of Salcombe’s stunning beaches, or pottering around the sailing mecca's shops, cafés and restaurants.
For all-weather family fun, head to Woodlands Theme Park with its massive indoor soft play areas and rides, or check the pool and sports timetables at the Quayside Leisure Centre. Kingsbridge is also home to Kings Cinema, (formerly known as the Reel Cinema) a three-screen cinema, perfect for catching new releases as well as some older classics and indie films.
Throughout the summer months, the town hosts various events and markets that make for a pleasant day out for all the family. The annual fair week provides daily fun activities whilst the popular Food and Music Festival is a wonderful celebration of local talent and produce, with some big names thrown in.
A holiday cottage in Kingsbridge offers a relaxed get-away in beautiful surroundings whilst being perfectly placed with a fantastic selection of places to eat and drink on your doorstep.
Parking permit provided for nearby Quay car park (100 yards from property) and Duncombe Street car park (also in Kingsbridge). Unloading possible at rear of property.
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Included: Bed linen, towels, (guests must provide their own beach towels), electricity and night storage/convector heating (electric).
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Telephone: No telephone. Mobile reception good. Wi-Fi.
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Dogs: Strictly no dogs allowed in the building.
- Local Facilities: Sandy beaches within 5 miles. Shops, pubs, restaurants, cafés, supermarkets, banks, post office, public library, cinema and leisure centre all within short walk.
Harbour House Café
(Less than a mile)
(4)
A tranquil haven in the centre of town, this vegetarian café offers breakfasts, coffees, innovative and tasty lunches, cakes and cream teas. Sit inside in the light and bright café or eat al fresco in the secluded courtyard garden.
Harbour House Café The Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (01548 855666)
Really nice vegetarian take-away menu (and you can use their tables outside)
August 2020
A lovely cafe which tempts you into the building with smells that make your mouth water. Dog friendly and small child friendly with the happiest people serving. You will not be disappointed.
June 2019
Excellent choice of well prepared vegetarian dishes. Lovely garden. Friendly staff.
July 2018
Excellent and friendly place to visit for coffee and cake
March 2017
The Old Bakery
(Less than a mile)
(21)
A sophisticated, friendly café and restaurant open throughout the day for coffees and cakes, tapas, drinks, bespoke cocktails or romantic candlelit dinners served either inside or in the sunny courtyards.
The Old Bakery Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (T: 01548 855777)
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We visit every year and look forward to coming back again.
August 2022
A must for us every year but book in advance. Lovely food and ambience
June 2022
Excellent food and service. Limited choice of beers.
October 2021
Loved The Old Bakery, such a unique setting tucked away, a real gem. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service was great too. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
August 2021
Very enjoyable meal with interesting menu. Good portion sizes and friendly staff.
July 2021
We enjoyed a Tapas type of meal at the Old Bakery and found the staff helpful and friendly. Food was good and setting was interesting.
June 2021
Always visit The Old Bakery during our annual trips to Kingsbridge and we were not disappointed. They had only been open for a day but service and food were both exceptional. I thoroughly recommend.
May 2021
Wow. Such delicious food and we were made very welcome. So good we went back again the evenings after!
September 2020
Lovely quirky rustic little place to eat (out-of-season limited opening hours otherwise we would have eaten here more than once)! It is called The Old Bakery because that is literally what it is. The ovens and temp gauge are still in situ and the room is probably pretty much as it always has been but lovingly looked after and decorated. Ambient music plays from Sonos speakers to add to the modest atmosphere. (Probably quite busy in high season) Tapas menu, Persian Mediterranean influence. Really nice if you like that sort of thing! We did, it was lovely. Highly recommend a visit or two. Family friendly. Reasonable prices typically £6 to £7.50 per dish. Parking in main pay and display car park just across the road near the water.
November 2019
We had a really lovely meal here. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff very friendly.
September 2019
The Old Bakery becomes a pleasant and friendly tapas style restaurant in the evening, well worth a visit.
September 2019
Nice atmosphere, friendly service and very tasty food with decent size portions but for goodness sake stop serving the souvlaki on slates. I know the trendies say it’s cool but it’s just not hygienic
September 2019
Enjoyed evening at Old Bakery Portions were generous and all very tasty
June 2019
Interesting menu and lovely food and setting.
October 2018
Had a lovely meal in the courtyard. Very friendly service. Good atmosphere and choice of dishes.
July 2018
The Bakery was a lovely place to eat the lady owner and the staff made you feel welcome and the food was wonderful
July 2018
Amazing food and very good friendly service - we had a meal on a hot sunny evening sitting in their shady courtyard, fantastic!
July 2018
We always try to have an evening meal here and we were not disappointed this time. Extremely tasty food and cheerful and efficient service. Also within walking distance of our holiday property which is always a plus!
July 2018
Decent coffee and, in April, good hot cross buns - in a quirky and friendly environment. A pleasant place to relax.
April 2017
Popped in for breakfast one morning and was pleasantly surprised by this place which is so tucked away. Gorgeous little restaurant, interesting menu and really nice food. Wish we'd found it sooner!
February 2017
Yummy middle eastern inspired menu, great atmosphere and very welcoming staff. Really knew their stuff, we ended going back for breakfast and lunch later in the week.
December 2016
The Creeks End
(Less than a mile)
(37)
Centrally located this is a good choice for lunch, coffee or a cream tea while shopping in Kingsbridge or for a few drinks in the evening. Sit outside in the summer or enjoy the friendly bar inside, and choose from an extensive menu including children’s options.
The Creeks End Inn Squares Quay, Kingsbridge TQ7 1HZ (T: 01548 853434)
Excellent.
February 2024
Lovely food and friendly staff
October 2023
It's always a pleasure to spent time in this pub (or outside this pub, watching the world go by). An excellent selection of drinks served by friendly staff! Unable to comment on the food as didn't eat here.
September 2023
Excellent food with friendly staff
September 2023
This is the 'go to' pub for drinks and food
August 2023
Nice location at the end of the creek, but service and quality of food is not very good. OK for having a drink outside on the market square.
August 2023
Good friendly pub, with a varied selection of beverages. Unfortunately when we visited, food unavoidable.
July 2023
Excellent, Terry and all of his staff were helpful, considerate and friendly. Nothing to much trouble.
May 2023
We have just returned from our stay in Kingsbridge .. we love Creeks End and visited every day after our day out .. really friendly and welcoming staff .. highly recommend their breakfast .. looking forward to coming back next year .
May 2023
Lovely place to visit for a meal and a pint, friendly welcoming staff. The Sunday carvery is a must!
April 2023
First time here and was very pleased.Although very busy staff found a table for us and were extremely helpful with the menu.Food was good,atmosphere pleasant,a place where locals eat.
July 2022
Very welcoming pub with friendly staff. Had an excellent evening meal, the gammon was fabulous. Also had a wonderful breakfast too. Would thoroughly recommend this pub.
June 2022
The best breakfast had for while, lovely staff and to sit outside and watch the world go by was a delight.
May 2022
Been here many times on our visits to Kingsbridge, did feel that this time the quality and variety of the food was not of the usual standard.
April 2022
Excellent food and beer. Coping brilliantly with COVID restrictions. Well done!
September 2021
nice relaxing setting on the town square
September 2021
It was very ordinary the day we went for lunch. The staff were very busy but one of the younger, blonde haired waitresses spent quite a lot of time chatting to people at one table, leaving the others running around and customers waiting a long time for service. Eventually one of the other staff members asked her to get back to work and things improved a bit. Food was decent quality but just ordinary pub food, nothing special. Nice setting though.
July 2021
Good pub grub with excellent service but just as enjoyable to sit outside with a drink
May 2021
Service rather slow but we enjoyed a good cup of tea there.
April 2021
Had a lovely cream tea and coffee there too. Very attentive particularly bearing in one the Covid situation
September 2020
Excellent food and service. Great value for money. Lovely staff.
September 2020
Very welcoming and excellent supper when we visited last Friday evening.
December 2019
This is the place we had to collect the keys to our holiday accommodation. The staff were polite, cheerful and welcoming and wished us well during our stay. We ate here only once, not because we didn't like it but because we like to explore a lot and consequently eat at lots of different places. The food here was adequate, not stunning, but cooked properly and presented well (apart from not putting all the items from the menu on your plate ie the £11.95 crispy chilli beef dish my wife had was missing the bok choy and bean sprouts) but tasted delicious none-the-less and the £10.95 mushroom and cashew nut stroganoff was okay - portions were good. The atmosphere was lively, cheerful, a little noisy perhaps but not rowdy, everyone having a good time, not necessarily a good place for a quiet intimate meal for two (might be a quiet corner somewhere at the back)! There is no dedicated parking apart from the Pay and Display car park which is almost adjacent anyway (£1 minimum charge). We would certainly come again if in the area.
November 2019
Love this place, especially the live bands at the weekend. Great food and welcoming hosts.
October 2019
Fantastic Sunday Lunch - Beef cooked to perfection.
April 2019
Very friendly and reasonably priced good variety of ales and extensive menu
September 2018
Welcoming
June 2018
Good service & lovely food. Spectacular location
May 2018
had a nice evening meal in here, although a tad expensive we thought.
May 2018
Marvellous place to eat whatever time of day you choose to dine. We visited a number of times and the food was consistently excellent at reasonable prices.
May 2018
A couple of lovely evening meals here, very good menu and friendly helpful service. My husband said the local ale was super!! We shall be back next time we visit Kingsbridge. February 2018
March 2018
Good food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere
October 2017
Had Sunday lunch here. Staff very friendly & helpful & food was excellent.
June 2017
A perfect location close to our property.Friendly staff providing a 1st class service-both food and drink very good
June 2017
Love this place, friendly and good beer/food Sorry we missed Easter music nights
April 2017
popped in for a carvery, really good value and nice food. Very welcoming
February 2017
Friendly pub, good selection of pub grub and reasonably priced. Ended up having a few family meals here whilst spending a week in Kingsbridge
December 2016
Coasters Speciality Coffee
(Less than a mile)
(6)
A great local alternative to the coffee shop chains, here you can enjoy excellent coffees, teas, cakes and snacks in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Coasters Café Prince of Wales Road, Kingsbridge TQ7 1DY
Enjoy 10% off food & drink orders over £15 with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
Good coffee
July 2023
Good coffee.
January 2022
Great coffee and service
October 2021
Lovely relaxed atmosphere and good service.
September 2019
Great coffee and friendly staff- visited several times!!
October 2017
Lovely coffee shop in the centre of town. We popped in here most mornings during our summer stay in Kingsbridge.
February 2017
Fika
(Less than a mile)
(10)
A bright and airy coffee shop in the heart of Kingsbridge serving speciality coffees, along with delicious breakfasts and inventive light lunches including plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.
Fika, 1 Bridge Quay House, The Quay, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1FD
Excellent service, coffee and cakes
September 2023
Lovely coffee.
September 2023
Excellent small cafe. Very friendly. Great food and coffee
August 2023
One of our absolute favourites!!! Perfect drinks, nice snacks, lovely decoration and and an absolute charming team! They gave us allways the feeling of beeing with friends - including singing a song on my birthday!
August 2023
A nice cup of coffee in a very convenient location.
June 2023
Nicely appointed coffee shop with excellent coffee.
June 2023
Visited mid afternoon for a coffee and a cake, really friendly staff and great coffee, the brunch/Lunch menu looked lovely, will return when in the area.
May 2023
Brilliant coffee feels like home terrific interior design great tasty food spotless loos
May 2022
Lovely coffee shop. Family orientated.
January 2022
We really liked Fika and visited it a couple of times for coffee and lunch. Friendly staff and interesting menu.
June 2021
Harbour House Art Gallery
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Had a delicious and relaxing lunch-would certainly return.
September 2019
Great Place for Great Art with an ever changing selection of exhibitions. It seems to be the beating heart of Kingsbridge.
June 2019
A decent enough café, with reasonable coffee and a pleasant ambience, alongside a local art gallery with (when we visited) an eclectic mix of art and artifacts. And if you're into yoga, my guess is that any type of yoga you can imagine is available here. If the weather's nice, the rear courtyard garden is quite pleasant, too.
April 2017
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Walks and Trails
(Less than a mile)
(13)
We have said it before and we will say it again, the reason South Devon attracts so many visitors and captures their hearts is because it really is a phenomenally beautiful part of the world, and as such is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in many areas. So walking is a great pleasure when you’re on holiday here, especially as there are over 40 routes in the AONB itself, ranging in length from two to 12 miles. They are a wonderful opportunity to explore the wildlife, archaeology and history of South Devon, as well as the views and scenery along the way.
Beautiful walks everywhere with stunning views along the coastal path
September 2023
Lots of places to access coastal path. We joined it from Start point and visited the lighthouse.
July 2023
Stunning array of various walks around the area - consult the web site for some easy to follow routes. Very steep in places but the scenery is worth it.
October 2021
Stunning scenery and beautiful, sometimes challenging hikes on the coast path stretches. I was very lucky I had gorgeous weather.
September 2021
Wonderful walk in the sunshine along the coastal path from Garra Rock to Mill Bay. Well signposted. The road to Garra Rock is not for the fainthearted!
September 2021
Fantastic circular walk from East Portlemouth (catch the water taxi first from Salcombe) then follow the coastal path through woods and out on to stunning cliff top views for two miles until you reach Gara Rock Hotel which is something special then take the shorter return walk downhill through the woods.
July 2021
The coastal paths are wonderful.
July 2021
Bantham to Thurlestone Walk is lovely. Also the walk out to the lighthouse would recommend!
October 2020
Our apartment owners recommended Bolberry Down as somewhere to park ( NT Car Park) and enjoy the super views, even in the rain. It proved to be an excellent suggestion and we found paths from the Car Park that were easy to walk as well as the Oceans Restaurant which was good apart from not offering their sandwich menu during Sunday Lunch.
October 2019
Whether you want a strenuous walk or a gentle stroll there are wonderful coastal and countryside walks in this area of Devon.
September 2019
Visit to the East Soar walkers hut with its self service cream tea is a must as part of a circular work in that area
September 2018
Outstanding restaurant. Have ben using it since 2005 and always book beforehand to ensure a table. Friendly staff and reasonably priced. Ready to book for next year.
September 2018
Walked the South West Coastal path from Plymouth to Hope Cove - fantastic!
April 2017
Singing Paddles
(Less than a mile)
(5)
What a treat, lovely experience with a well informed guide.
June 2023
Great evening paddle with Dave for our family of four, all enjoyed very much.
July 2021
We feel incredibly lucky and privileged to have been on Slapton Ley with Singing Paddles. Our guide was really informative and kept it interesting enough to keep our 8 year old engaged. We learned so much about the history of the Ley, about it's eco-diversity and the various conservation projects. Highly recommend.
April 2021
Very professional
December 2016
Have been on several tours with Singing Paddles and have always enjoyed them. Really good fun and feels like you had a good workout by the end!
December 2016
The Trading Post
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A toy shop and so much more in the heart of Kingsbridge, The Trading Post is the place to go to find everything to keep your children entertained on holiday. Choose from a huge range of toys, games and puzzles alongside beach balls, frisbees and inflatables, wetsuits, bike hats and lots more. Find them at 31 Fore Street, Kingsbridge TQ7 1PG.
Click here for further details
The children loved the shop and have done every year we come down. Its great for beach toys and beach activity items.
August 2022
Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Much more than just a ferry service, the Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry provides an unforgettable experience for anyone visiting South Devon, capturing the essence of the Kingsbridge Estuary and Salcombe Harbour from the safety and comfort of a Maritime and Coastguard agency approved vessel. Harbour Cruises, Creeks Cruises and other special events are available but all services are tide dependent so check the timetable on their website in advance for running times.
Click here for further details
An integral part of our holiday, er always treat the ferry as a miniature cruise.
October 2023
We caught the ferry twice, firstly in the sunshine, and we enjoyed the scenery, we caught the bus back too which was very easy. The second time it was a bit chilly so the lovely lady on the boat gave us a cosy blanket for the journey. It’s good not to have to park in Salcombe too.
July 2023
Fabulous but a bit on the pricey side
August 2022
First time on this new ferry,had been on old one several times.Did not disappoint.Crew were pleasant,informative and spent time talking with everyone.
July 2022
Great trip
July 2022
GREAT BOAT AND FRIENDLY STAFF . NOT ENOUGH CREEK ETC CRUISES. WAS EXPENSIVE £11 FOR ONE WAY
July 2022
A must for first timers to the area in particular but we have been coming for many years and still do the trip. Pretty ride and the couple operating it were very friendly and helpful, particularly helping my husband on and off the boat. Bit pricey but we went down on the boat and back on our free bus passes so we weren’t really restricted on ferry times
June 2022
Lovely but expensive. Lacked Creek Cruises, during our stay. Only 2 were on offer.
June 2022
Lovely trip down to Salcombe. Louise was a very good host and had lots of useful information
June 2022
Excellent service to Salcombe. It was a lovely way to travel to Salcombe- without the traffuc! We got the bus back as the tide wasn’t in again until much later, but that was very easy too.
June 2022
Excellent if rather breezy return from Salcombe. Would definitely use again when we visit next June
September 2021
very pleasant boat ride back into Salcombe
September 2021
Enjoyable boat trip to Salcombe .
September 2021
Quite expensive but a really enjoyable way of getting to Salcombe for a day out. More fun than driving. Can return by bus to Kingsbridge or West Alvington if necessary
August 2021
Staff on board extremely friendly and approachable. Great way to get to salcombe. No return only if you wish to come straight back. We caught the bus back to kingsbridge
August 2021
Lovely return trip from Salcombe, friendly, helpful crew. Prompt, efficient service, just a little bit pricey.
July 2021
Sadly it wasn't running when we were there, very disappointing!!!
April 2021
An enjoyable trip down to Salcombe
October 2020
Sunny Cove
(4 miles)
(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
(4 miles)
(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
(4 miles)
(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 Milton Sands
(4 miles)
(45)
A long stretch of sand broken only by the South Milton Ley freshwater reed bed, South Milton Sands is a dramatic beach that’s exposed to the elements, making it something of a chameleon throughout the year. Rugged in its beauty, there’s nothing quite like watching the sun set at this beach behind an iconic rock archway in the water; it really is spectacular, particularly if you do so over dinner in the summer months from The Beach Café, a small but perfectly formed restaurant and café that’s perched just above the sand. If you want a table inside then you really do have to book this one, but if the weather is fine then eating outside is a joy. The beach is sandy and popular on windy days with kite surfers and windsurfers, but in calmer weather is perfect for a summer swim. Dogs are welcome at South Milton throughout the year, there’s a National Trust car park by the beach which costs from £5 for the day, £3 after 4pm or is free for National Trust members. There are also toilets nearby. It’s also worth knowing that in the summer months lifeguards are in situ from 6th July until 8th September, keeping everyone safe in the sun, sea and sand. When the weather is less conducive to sitting and admiring the view, South Milton is perfectly placed for a stroll along the coast path either towards Hope Cove and around towards Salcombe if you fancy making a day of it, or in the opposite direction you can walk towards Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. It’s a wonderful place to explore and watch Devon’s wildlife in all its glory.
We love this all year round very dog friendly beach. Great even when the tide in. Plenty of parking and a great cafe to boot.
October 2023
Beautiful beach and we had the added bonus of the Rockbox pop up bar being directly behind. If you are staying in hope cove it is worth the 20 minute walk to get here as much better than the hope cove beaches, also has toilet facilities.
September 2023
Lovely sandy beach, easy parking and clean beach
September 2023
Great beach for swimming , paddle boarding and playing with the dog. very good access to food and drink outlets.
September 2023
Lovely location. Walk from Banthan, thru Thurlestone on to South Milton
July 2023
A lovely family beach to enjoy rock pooling with the children.national trust carpark free for members.
July 2023
Beautiful beach, easy access, with lovely cafe and toilets near by.
June 2023
Beautiful beach with sand and rock pools. Canoes etc available to hire at reasonable prices and cafe with great food and drink
June 2023
Beautiful beach for all the family . Dog friendly and good for SUP's and canoes etc.
August 2022
Beautiful beach and safe water.
July 2022
Very clean, Fantastic dog friendly beach
May 2022
very good beach, dog friendly. the road access is via single car lanes with passing places, this seems to work early season apr/may but could be fun in the high season.
May 2022
Wonderful sandy dog friendly beach
May 2022
Lovely walk across the beach
October 2021
Lovely beach. Great for dogs too. The car park is owned by national trust and if you don’t have any money for the parking you need to download the app. Problem there is no signal once you are there to pay for your parking! Best bring change.
September 2021
We walked along to this beach and found it to be a very pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely, clean and not busy
September 2021
Lovely Beach!
July 2021
fantastic beach - safe and so clean - could hardly believe how clears the water was !
July 2021
Lovely beach. Great catering facilities and clean, free lavatories. The car park is large and as a member of the National Trust parking was free (usually £6)
July 2021
Beautiful sandy beach. Large well organised NT car park which filled up quickly on a sunny weekend. Younger family members enjoyed hiring a paddle board for half an hour. Wet suits a good idea!
June 2021
Lovely sandy beach.
June 2021
lovely area
May 2021
Perfect beach for early morning dog walks.
May 2021
Lovely beach with fantastic cafe
April 2021
Fabulous beach, we loved our walks in the morning and early evening
October 2020
Really lovely long stretch of uncrowded sandy beach, ample parking, clear water.
October 2020
Beach is beautiful but steep to walk down from the car park
September 2020
Perfect safe and sandy beach. Lovely and fairly easy walk to/from Hope Cove with great views along the way.
August 2020
Fabulous sandy beach with lots of rock pools to explore at low tide. Ideal for children and dig friendly too
August 2019
Fantastic to be able to walk dogs down there. Nice cafe. Could do with dog poo bag bins on or near beach Car parking expensive just to be on beach for half an hour
August 2019
Great beach! Also we enjoyed being able to rent paddle boards.
August 2019
South Milton sands is a beautiful beach. Arrive early to get a good parking space as it does get quite busy. The beach is sand and shingle. £5 per day for parking, great value. The only shame is that there were too many paddle boards getting in the way of swimmers. Maybe a cordened off area for swimmers would be better.
August 2019
We walked over from Hope Cove and found it a pretty unattractive beach with a massive pipe leading out to sea and a horrible sewage smell. Happy we hadn't bothered to go there for a day out!
July 2019
We loved this beach and returned a number of times during our stay. Safe shallow water for the family with some good waves for body-boarding as the tide came in and friendly life guards in attendance all day! Easy access from the car park - facilities nearby and dog friendly - everything we needed! We also enjoyed the cliff top walk to nearby hope cove on one afternoon.
July 2019
A lovely beach with plenty to look at. Dogs are allowed - very good for children if supervised.
June 2019
Lovely beach, stunning views and a safe place for children to rock pool, and swim. Spoiled for us by the large numbers of kite surfers dominating the water along with the surf school who took little account of those families enjoying the beach ordering people out of the water when they had a schooling session on. Words were had. They need to understand it isn't their property and if people want to enjoy the beach, they need to move to a spot where they aren't bothering people. Good car parking and a nice little cafe selling cakes/flapjacks and coffee with WC next to it, so beach-goers are well catered for. Could have done without the thump thump music and bar flies in shades but that's typical of many such places these days. On the whole a great beach with decent accessibility via car or foot and preferable in many ways to the larger beach at Thurlestone during peak times, and preferable to the beaches at Hope Cove when busy.
June 2019
great beach only bad thing is its owned by the national trust and parking is £5.00 no matter how short or long you want to stay no option of paying by the hour
October 2018
A great beach but at £5 a day to visit (National Trust!) rather expensive. Variable rate better.
October 2018
Excellent beach, well maintained and dogs allowed all year round. Great range of activities to enjoy from swimming, snorkelling, SUP, kite surfing, kayaking and scrambling when the tide is out. Loved it and will return
June 2018
Amazin beach - especially when the tide goes out and all the rock pools come out to play!!! Shame about the coarse 'sand', but that can't be helped; just get some shingle shoes. If you want sand go to North Sands or Bantham!
August 2017
A glorious beach! Dog friendly, sandy, rock pools at the far end. Parking handy, spectacular views - the stone arch beats Durdle Door in my mind..... Delightful. Loved it.
July 2017
Fabulous dog friendly beach with amazing views
June 2017
Beautiful.
May 2017
Fantastic sandy beach for everything, rock pools, building sandcastles body boarding.
April 2017
Leas Foot Sands
(4 miles)
(8)
A small sandy beach belonging to Thurlestone Golf Club, those who have been on regular Devon weekend breaks and holidays will have seen this beach change somewhat in recent years thanks to storm damage, but the evolving landscape merely adds to its charm. A 200-metre walk down a paved path from the golf club and its car park and you find yourself heading down a gentle slope onto the sand, with the option of enjoying the beach in its own right or walking along the coast in either direction towards Bantham or South Milton Sands. Dogs are allowed here at any time, which of course adds to the appeal for walkers, and if you fancy stopping somewhere for lunch then Thurlestone village nearby is home to a charming pub that’s cryptically named The Village Inn, which is suitable for the whole family and wonderfully cosy in the winter months. Alternatively head to the Beachhouse café at South Milton for lunches and evenings meals with a view of the sunset, or cups of tea and brownies from the Gastrobus at Bantham. It is one of the area’s quieter beaches, often acting as a place to wander past rather than one to spend the whole day on, but given its easy access and the proximity of the car park, and the golf club, it’s a delightful little spot in which to while away the afternoon.
We visited this beach most days either morning or early evening to take the dog and enjoy the sunsets
September 2021
We found this to be a very pleasant spot for a coffee. The sands were pristine.
September 2021
Lovely beach for swimming and supping
June 2021
a fabulous beach, dog and heart friendly
December 2020
We like this beach. We walk to it from the property we stay in in Thurlestone. It's always quiet. There are lovely views out to sea and you really feel close to nature when swimming. There is good sand, some rocks on either side of the beach, it's easy to access and we usually walk home along the coast path for more lovely views.
August 2019
Great quiet beach with wonderful coastal walk alongside gold course round to Bantham. Parked free in field adjacent to golf club, although we understand they will be charging for parking soon. Only downside was that the public toilets were closed - we went October 2018.
November 2018
This is possibly the best beach in the whole of England
July 2017
A very nice beach with quite a lot of sand at times. So easy to access, even managed to get both (octogenarian) parents to it and my mother in the sea for a paddle!
July 2017
April 2024
We had previously stayed downstairs with direct access to the garden. Now, we prefer the first floor. The twin bedroom was better furnished with a tad more space.
February 2024
A beautiful situation. Excellent pub on the quay for a roast.
July 2023
Yes, first time for me at the Malt 4 but my wife has stayed here before.
May 2023
This is a great central location. Last year we stayed at No8 The Malt, that was not available this time but the flats are very similar.
April 2023
Our 4th visit to the Malt and as usual had a lovely holiday. Great apartment in the perfect location. Thank you
March 2023
Great property in great location. Only suggestion is that the sofa is a bit tired - maybe due for replacement?
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt and thank you for your feedback regarding the sofa which we have passed onto the owner for their consideration. We hope to welcome you back to the apartment again soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2022
See above
September 2022
Dining table could do with replacing....but really, one of the better properties we have stayed in.
June 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed staying in Kingsbridge and exploring the surrounding area
October 2021
We always have a lovely stay having been for the last few years and would return. Sadly, it was stressful as my elderly Mum had a fall in the shower last year due to no grab rail and this was drawn to your attention last year but this hasn’t been addressed. Therefore, she needed help with her personal care which she found rather embarrassing as she had no privacy. My daughter was unable to attend her online university lectures due to poor wifi and with evening lectures was unable to use library. As a middle aged couple it is ideal but unless the above are rectified I’m not sure it is suitable for my Mum or daughter any longer which is a shame. I’d like to thank Lawrence for his prompt attention and help with regard to the tv it was much appreciated.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your 5th stay at 4 The Malt. Sorry to hear that the property might no longer be suitable for your elderly mother. Unfortunately with this apartment being located on the first floor (with no lift within the building) it is not ideal for those with mobility issues and has not been set up as such (with grab rails etc). Apologies that the Wi-Fi was intermittent - this has been checked since and is working perfectly so it must have unfortunately been an anomaly with the provider. Very pleased to hear that Lawrence, the caretaker, was so quickly able to sort the TV for you. Thanks again for your comments which we have passed onto the owner and we hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt and the South West again soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
Lovely apartment. Had a great stay. The weather was great - will definitely be back!! Thank you xx
September 2021
Third stay here and once again we've had a great stay and fabulous weather. Thanks once again :)!
September 2021
HAD A GREAT STAY AS USUAL. LOOKING FORWARD TO RETURNING NEXT YEAR. MANY THANKS :)
September 2021
Yes, super apartment overlooking town square, twin opening doors with Juliet balcony and a sunny aspect. i Right in the centre of an interesting little town with lots going on and ideally situated for this area of South Devon.
August 2021
What a fab week - we were spoilt with the weather so could do plenty of walking and beach time. Also enjoyed a lovely day on Dartmoor. And the apartment was lovely - well appointed and great location. Many thanks!
August 2021
Wonderful apartment in a great location surrounded by some great places to eat: Woods, Crabshell Inn and Codfather. And visit; Bigbury-On-Sea, Salcombe etc for some awesome beaches. Will come again!
August 2021
We had a lovely time in Kingsbridge. The people there are super friendly, it's a lovely town and the flat was right in the centre of things.
July 2021
Returning again to this wonderful apartment. A week of visiting Cornwall Eden Project, National Trust Cotehele, as well as National Trust Coleton Fishacre (Kingswear). Lady Mary ferry boat to Salcombe on a sunny calm day. Dartmouth, Hope Cove, local walks! So much to enjoy, we will be back, thank you!!
October 2020
Best meal ever at Woodys
October 2020
We have been coming to the flat for the last few years and it works well for us. We will definitely return.
September 2020
As ever, a great break & enjoyed our time in Kingsbridge & the apartment.
October 2019
We have stayed here before and would definitely return. Close to buses, has a parking permit and close to all shops. Loved it.
August 2019
Fabulous location, my third stay in this apartment
March 2019
We had a fab time and would definitely recommend to others
December 2018
Great location, very comfortable bed.
October 2018
I had a lovely stay and enjoyed the river boat trip to Salcombe, a delicious meal there in The Crab Shed and an equally good meal in Kingsbridge at The Old Bakery. I also had a lovely morning exploring Modbury's shops and I found an excellent coffee shop - The Old Bakery- adjacent to a good as new clothes shop. As always, the coast and countryside in the area are delightful and I visited several old haunts as I have known the area since my childhood. 4 The Malt was a great base from which to explore the area and very suitable for a non driver. I caught the train to Totnes and then used the efficient bus network.
October 2018
Enjoyed our stay, only comment is the kitchen area and crockery/glasses were not as clean as we would like,
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt. Thank you for your valuable feedback which we will pass on to the owner and their cleaners for their attention. We hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2018
We had a lovely week. The only problem was not being able to open both window doors bearing mind the very hot weather we had. This problem has already been reported to the Kingsbridge office.
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt and enjoyed the fantastic weather. Thank you for reporting the problem with the living room doors not opening, we are pleased to confirm that they are now opening and closing as normal. We hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2018
As you know the washing machine broke down during our stay. Thank you for responding so promptly and positively in arranging for a new unit to be fitted in time for the next occupiers.
May 2018
We had a great stay here. The situation was excellent and the apartment was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The weather was amazing! The car park permit was very useful indeed. I hope the property will continue to be available for short breaks! Will return.
April 2018
Yes. Apartment is nicely situated.
March 2018
Good value for a basic flat in an excellent location.
March 2018
This is the second time we have stayed at this Apartment and, as last time, we found it very comfortable, warm and clean. It is so convenient for all amenties and the food at Creek End, which is only a 2 minute stroll away across the square, very good value with an excellent choice and very friendly service. The Toad Hall staff were also excellent at arranging this very ' last minute' booking for us. Many thanks.
October 2017
Making my booking through Toadhall Cottages was straightforward and everything was as expected with the property. The website information (photos and written material) was accurate and I particularly liked the virtual tour which was absolutely how the apartment was found. 4 The Malt was a great apartment to rent - a bright, comfortable, clean, well laid out apartment in a very good location in Kingsbridge.
May 2017
Yes, we did enjoy our stay despite the weather, thank you. Thanks Hannah for sorting out the bedroom TV when we couldn't get a picture.
It is great to see that despite the weather you had a good time. We are also pleased that we managed to sort the TV issue promptly for you.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2017
We thought the flat was excellent all round - to be honest I can't think of any thing that could be improved on - good value for money in a central location and the parking pass was very handy as we were walking the SW Coast path. We had a great week returning to the South Hams area after a period of 10 years ( far too long )-we just loved the coast and the beautiful country lanes, and fields. We live in Dorset but the South Hams wins hand down on the natural environment, scenery and rural tranquillity.
April 2017
This was a very comfortable apartment and extremely convenient for all ameniities in Kingsbridge including regular bus services to all the surrounding towns. I found the Toad Hall staff extremely helpful both when booking and during our stay.
July 2016
We had a most comfortable stay at this property. Everything we needed was provided for. Perfect location. Thank you for making it so nice for us.
April 2024
We had previously stayed downstairs with direct access to the garden. Now, we prefer the first floor. The twin bedroom was better furnished with a tad more space.
February 2024
A beautiful situation. Excellent pub on the quay for a roast.
July 2023
Yes, first time for me at the Malt 4 but my wife has stayed here before.
May 2023
This is a great central location. Last year we stayed at No8 The Malt, that was not available this time but the flats are very similar.
April 2023
Our 4th visit to the Malt and as usual had a lovely holiday. Great apartment in the perfect location. Thank you
March 2023
Great property in great location. Only suggestion is that the sofa is a bit tired - maybe due for replacement?
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt and thank you for your feedback regarding the sofa which we have passed onto the owner for their consideration. We hope to welcome you back to the apartment again soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2022
See above
September 2022
Dining table could do with replacing....but really, one of the better properties we have stayed in.
June 2022
Thoroughly enjoyed staying in Kingsbridge and exploring the surrounding area
October 2021
We always have a lovely stay having been for the last few years and would return. Sadly, it was stressful as my elderly Mum had a fall in the shower last year due to no grab rail and this was drawn to your attention last year but this hasn’t been addressed. Therefore, she needed help with her personal care which she found rather embarrassing as she had no privacy. My daughter was unable to attend her online university lectures due to poor wifi and with evening lectures was unable to use library. As a middle aged couple it is ideal but unless the above are rectified I’m not sure it is suitable for my Mum or daughter any longer which is a shame. I’d like to thank Lawrence for his prompt attention and help with regard to the tv it was much appreciated.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your 5th stay at 4 The Malt. Sorry to hear that the property might no longer be suitable for your elderly mother. Unfortunately with this apartment being located on the first floor (with no lift within the building) it is not ideal for those with mobility issues and has not been set up as such (with grab rails etc). Apologies that the Wi-Fi was intermittent - this has been checked since and is working perfectly so it must have unfortunately been an anomaly with the provider. Very pleased to hear that Lawrence, the caretaker, was so quickly able to sort the TV for you. Thanks again for your comments which we have passed onto the owner and we hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt and the South West again soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
Lovely apartment. Had a great stay. The weather was great - will definitely be back!! Thank you xx
September 2021
Third stay here and once again we've had a great stay and fabulous weather. Thanks once again :)!
September 2021
HAD A GREAT STAY AS USUAL. LOOKING FORWARD TO RETURNING NEXT YEAR. MANY THANKS :)
September 2021
Yes, super apartment overlooking town square, twin opening doors with Juliet balcony and a sunny aspect. i Right in the centre of an interesting little town with lots going on and ideally situated for this area of South Devon.
August 2021
What a fab week - we were spoilt with the weather so could do plenty of walking and beach time. Also enjoyed a lovely day on Dartmoor. And the apartment was lovely - well appointed and great location. Many thanks!
August 2021
Wonderful apartment in a great location surrounded by some great places to eat: Woods, Crabshell Inn and Codfather. And visit; Bigbury-On-Sea, Salcombe etc for some awesome beaches. Will come again!
August 2021
We had a lovely time in Kingsbridge. The people there are super friendly, it's a lovely town and the flat was right in the centre of things.
July 2021
Returning again to this wonderful apartment. A week of visiting Cornwall Eden Project, National Trust Cotehele, as well as National Trust Coleton Fishacre (Kingswear). Lady Mary ferry boat to Salcombe on a sunny calm day. Dartmouth, Hope Cove, local walks! So much to enjoy, we will be back, thank you!!
October 2020
Best meal ever at Woodys
October 2020
We have been coming to the flat for the last few years and it works well for us. We will definitely return.
September 2020
As ever, a great break & enjoyed our time in Kingsbridge & the apartment.
October 2019
We have stayed here before and would definitely return. Close to buses, has a parking permit and close to all shops. Loved it.
August 2019
Fabulous location, my third stay in this apartment
March 2019
We had a fab time and would definitely recommend to others
December 2018
Great location, very comfortable bed.
October 2018
I had a lovely stay and enjoyed the river boat trip to Salcombe, a delicious meal there in The Crab Shed and an equally good meal in Kingsbridge at The Old Bakery. I also had a lovely morning exploring Modbury's shops and I found an excellent coffee shop - The Old Bakery- adjacent to a good as new clothes shop. As always, the coast and countryside in the area are delightful and I visited several old haunts as I have known the area since my childhood. 4 The Malt was a great base from which to explore the area and very suitable for a non driver. I caught the train to Totnes and then used the efficient bus network.
October 2018
Enjoyed our stay, only comment is the kitchen area and crockery/glasses were not as clean as we would like,
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt. Thank you for your valuable feedback which we will pass on to the owner and their cleaners for their attention. We hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2018
We had a lovely week. The only problem was not being able to open both window doors bearing mind the very hot weather we had. This problem has already been reported to the Kingsbridge office.
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 The Malt and enjoyed the fantastic weather. Thank you for reporting the problem with the living room doors not opening, we are pleased to confirm that they are now opening and closing as normal. We hope to welcome you back to 4 The Malt soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2018
As you know the washing machine broke down during our stay. Thank you for responding so promptly and positively in arranging for a new unit to be fitted in time for the next occupiers.
May 2018
We had a great stay here. The situation was excellent and the apartment was very comfortable and had everything we needed. The weather was amazing! The car park permit was very useful indeed. I hope the property will continue to be available for short breaks! Will return.
April 2018
Yes. Apartment is nicely situated.
March 2018
Good value for a basic flat in an excellent location.
March 2018
This is the second time we have stayed at this Apartment and, as last time, we found it very comfortable, warm and clean. It is so convenient for all amenties and the food at Creek End, which is only a 2 minute stroll away across the square, very good value with an excellent choice and very friendly service. The Toad Hall staff were also excellent at arranging this very ' last minute' booking for us. Many thanks.
October 2017
Making my booking through Toadhall Cottages was straightforward and everything was as expected with the property. The website information (photos and written material) was accurate and I particularly liked the virtual tour which was absolutely how the apartment was found. 4 The Malt was a great apartment to rent - a bright, comfortable, clean, well laid out apartment in a very good location in Kingsbridge.
May 2017
Yes, we did enjoy our stay despite the weather, thank you. Thanks Hannah for sorting out the bedroom TV when we couldn't get a picture.
It is great to see that despite the weather you had a good time. We are also pleased that we managed to sort the TV issue promptly for you.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2017
We thought the flat was excellent all round - to be honest I can't think of any thing that could be improved on - good value for money in a central location and the parking pass was very handy as we were walking the SW Coast path. We had a great week returning to the South Hams area after a period of 10 years ( far too long )-we just loved the coast and the beautiful country lanes, and fields. We live in Dorset but the South Hams wins hand down on the natural environment, scenery and rural tranquillity.
April 2017
This was a very comfortable apartment and extremely convenient for all ameniities in Kingsbridge including regular bus services to all the surrounding towns. I found the Toad Hall staff extremely helpful both when booking and during our stay.
July 2016
We had a most comfortable stay at this property. Everything we needed was provided for. Perfect location. Thank you for making it so nice for us.
Harbour House Café
(Less than a mile)
(4)
A tranquil haven in the centre of town, this vegetarian café offers breakfasts, coffees, innovative and tasty lunches, cakes and cream teas. Sit inside in the light and bright café or eat al fresco in the secluded courtyard garden.
Harbour House Café The Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (01548 855666)
Really nice vegetarian take-away menu (and you can use their tables outside)
August 2020
A lovely cafe which tempts you into the building with smells that make your mouth water. Dog friendly and small child friendly with the happiest people serving. You will not be disappointed.
June 2019
Excellent choice of well prepared vegetarian dishes. Lovely garden. Friendly staff.
July 2018
Excellent and friendly place to visit for coffee and cake
March 2017
The Old Bakery
(Less than a mile)
(21)
A sophisticated, friendly café and restaurant open throughout the day for coffees and cakes, tapas, drinks, bespoke cocktails or romantic candlelit dinners served either inside or in the sunny courtyards.
The Old Bakery Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (T: 01548 855777)
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We visit every year and look forward to coming back again.
August 2022
A must for us every year but book in advance. Lovely food and ambience
June 2022
Excellent food and service. Limited choice of beers.
October 2021
Loved The Old Bakery, such a unique setting tucked away, a real gem. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service was great too. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
August 2021
Very enjoyable meal with interesting menu. Good portion sizes and friendly staff.
July 2021
We enjoyed a Tapas type of meal at the Old Bakery and found the staff helpful and friendly. Food was good and setting was interesting.
June 2021
Always visit The Old Bakery during our annual trips to Kingsbridge and we were not disappointed. They had only been open for a day but service and food were both exceptional. I thoroughly recommend.
May 2021
Wow. Such delicious food and we were made very welcome. So good we went back again the evenings after!
September 2020
Lovely quirky rustic little place to eat (out-of-season limited opening hours otherwise we would have eaten here more than once)! It is called The Old Bakery because that is literally what it is. The ovens and temp gauge are still in situ and the room is probably pretty much as it always has been but lovingly looked after and decorated. Ambient music plays from Sonos speakers to add to the modest atmosphere. (Probably quite busy in high season) Tapas menu, Persian Mediterranean influence. Really nice if you like that sort of thing! We did, it was lovely. Highly recommend a visit or two. Family friendly. Reasonable prices typically £6 to £7.50 per dish. Parking in main pay and display car park just across the road near the water.
November 2019
We had a really lovely meal here. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff very friendly.
September 2019
The Old Bakery becomes a pleasant and friendly tapas style restaurant in the evening, well worth a visit.
September 2019
Nice atmosphere, friendly service and very tasty food with decent size portions but for goodness sake stop serving the souvlaki on slates. I know the trendies say it’s cool but it’s just not hygienic
September 2019
Enjoyed evening at Old Bakery Portions were generous and all very tasty
June 2019
Interesting menu and lovely food and setting.
October 2018
Had a lovely meal in the courtyard. Very friendly service. Good atmosphere and choice of dishes.
July 2018
The Bakery was a lovely place to eat the lady owner and the staff made you feel welcome and the food was wonderful
July 2018
Amazing food and very good friendly service - we had a meal on a hot sunny evening sitting in their shady courtyard, fantastic!
July 2018
We always try to have an evening meal here and we were not disappointed this time. Extremely tasty food and cheerful and efficient service. Also within walking distance of our holiday property which is always a plus!
July 2018
Decent coffee and, in April, good hot cross buns - in a quirky and friendly environment. A pleasant place to relax.
April 2017
Popped in for breakfast one morning and was pleasantly surprised by this place which is so tucked away. Gorgeous little restaurant, interesting menu and really nice food. Wish we'd found it sooner!
February 2017
Yummy middle eastern inspired menu, great atmosphere and very welcoming staff. Really knew their stuff, we ended going back for breakfast and lunch later in the week.
December 2016
The Creeks End
(Less than a mile)
(37)
Centrally located this is a good choice for lunch, coffee or a cream tea while shopping in Kingsbridge or for a few drinks in the evening. Sit outside in the summer or enjoy the friendly bar inside, and choose from an extensive menu including children’s options.
The Creeks End Inn Squares Quay, Kingsbridge TQ7 1HZ (T: 01548 853434)
Excellent.
February 2024
Lovely food and friendly staff
October 2023
It's always a pleasure to spent time in this pub (or outside this pub, watching the world go by). An excellent selection of drinks served by friendly staff! Unable to comment on the food as didn't eat here.
September 2023
Excellent food with friendly staff
September 2023
This is the 'go to' pub for drinks and food
August 2023
Nice location at the end of the creek, but service and quality of food is not very good. OK for having a drink outside on the market square.
August 2023
Good friendly pub, with a varied selection of beverages. Unfortunately when we visited, food unavoidable.
July 2023
Excellent, Terry and all of his staff were helpful, considerate and friendly. Nothing to much trouble.
May 2023
We have just returned from our stay in Kingsbridge .. we love Creeks End and visited every day after our day out .. really friendly and welcoming staff .. highly recommend their breakfast .. looking forward to coming back next year .
May 2023
Lovely place to visit for a meal and a pint, friendly welcoming staff. The Sunday carvery is a must!
April 2023
First time here and was very pleased.Although very busy staff found a table for us and were extremely helpful with the menu.Food was good,atmosphere pleasant,a place where locals eat.
July 2022
Very welcoming pub with friendly staff. Had an excellent evening meal, the gammon was fabulous. Also had a wonderful breakfast too. Would thoroughly recommend this pub.
June 2022
The best breakfast had for while, lovely staff and to sit outside and watch the world go by was a delight.
May 2022
Been here many times on our visits to Kingsbridge, did feel that this time the quality and variety of the food was not of the usual standard.
April 2022
Excellent food and beer. Coping brilliantly with COVID restrictions. Well done!
September 2021
nice relaxing setting on the town square
September 2021
It was very ordinary the day we went for lunch. The staff were very busy but one of the younger, blonde haired waitresses spent quite a lot of time chatting to people at one table, leaving the others running around and customers waiting a long time for service. Eventually one of the other staff members asked her to get back to work and things improved a bit. Food was decent quality but just ordinary pub food, nothing special. Nice setting though.
July 2021
Good pub grub with excellent service but just as enjoyable to sit outside with a drink
May 2021
Service rather slow but we enjoyed a good cup of tea there.
April 2021
Had a lovely cream tea and coffee there too. Very attentive particularly bearing in one the Covid situation
September 2020
Excellent food and service. Great value for money. Lovely staff.
September 2020
Very welcoming and excellent supper when we visited last Friday evening.
December 2019
This is the place we had to collect the keys to our holiday accommodation. The staff were polite, cheerful and welcoming and wished us well during our stay. We ate here only once, not because we didn't like it but because we like to explore a lot and consequently eat at lots of different places. The food here was adequate, not stunning, but cooked properly and presented well (apart from not putting all the items from the menu on your plate ie the £11.95 crispy chilli beef dish my wife had was missing the bok choy and bean sprouts) but tasted delicious none-the-less and the £10.95 mushroom and cashew nut stroganoff was okay - portions were good. The atmosphere was lively, cheerful, a little noisy perhaps but not rowdy, everyone having a good time, not necessarily a good place for a quiet intimate meal for two (might be a quiet corner somewhere at the back)! There is no dedicated parking apart from the Pay and Display car park which is almost adjacent anyway (£1 minimum charge). We would certainly come again if in the area.
November 2019
Love this place, especially the live bands at the weekend. Great food and welcoming hosts.
October 2019
Fantastic Sunday Lunch - Beef cooked to perfection.
April 2019
Very friendly and reasonably priced good variety of ales and extensive menu
September 2018
Welcoming
June 2018
Good service & lovely food. Spectacular location
May 2018
had a nice evening meal in here, although a tad expensive we thought.
May 2018
Marvellous place to eat whatever time of day you choose to dine. We visited a number of times and the food was consistently excellent at reasonable prices.
May 2018
A couple of lovely evening meals here, very good menu and friendly helpful service. My husband said the local ale was super!! We shall be back next time we visit Kingsbridge. February 2018
March 2018
Good food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere
October 2017
Had Sunday lunch here. Staff very friendly & helpful & food was excellent.
June 2017
A perfect location close to our property.Friendly staff providing a 1st class service-both food and drink very good
June 2017
Love this place, friendly and good beer/food Sorry we missed Easter music nights
April 2017
popped in for a carvery, really good value and nice food. Very welcoming
February 2017
Friendly pub, good selection of pub grub and reasonably priced. Ended up having a few family meals here whilst spending a week in Kingsbridge
December 2016
Coasters Speciality Coffee
(Less than a mile)
(6)
A great local alternative to the coffee shop chains, here you can enjoy excellent coffees, teas, cakes and snacks in a relaxed and friendly environment.
Coasters Café Prince of Wales Road, Kingsbridge TQ7 1DY
Enjoy 10% off food & drink orders over £15 with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
Good coffee
July 2023
Good coffee.
January 2022
Great coffee and service
October 2021
Lovely relaxed atmosphere and good service.
September 2019
Great coffee and friendly staff- visited several times!!
October 2017
Lovely coffee shop in the centre of town. We popped in here most mornings during our summer stay in Kingsbridge.
February 2017
Fika
(Less than a mile)
(10)
A bright and airy coffee shop in the heart of Kingsbridge serving speciality coffees, along with delicious breakfasts and inventive light lunches including plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.
Fika, 1 Bridge Quay House, The Quay, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1FD
Excellent service, coffee and cakes
September 2023
Lovely coffee.
September 2023
Excellent small cafe. Very friendly. Great food and coffee
August 2023
One of our absolute favourites!!! Perfect drinks, nice snacks, lovely decoration and and an absolute charming team! They gave us allways the feeling of beeing with friends - including singing a song on my birthday!
August 2023
A nice cup of coffee in a very convenient location.
June 2023
Nicely appointed coffee shop with excellent coffee.
June 2023
Visited mid afternoon for a coffee and a cake, really friendly staff and great coffee, the brunch/Lunch menu looked lovely, will return when in the area.
May 2023
Brilliant coffee feels like home terrific interior design great tasty food spotless loos
May 2022
Lovely coffee shop. Family orientated.
January 2022
We really liked Fika and visited it a couple of times for coffee and lunch. Friendly staff and interesting menu.
June 2021
Harbour House Art Gallery
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Had a delicious and relaxing lunch-would certainly return.
September 2019
Great Place for Great Art with an ever changing selection of exhibitions. It seems to be the beating heart of Kingsbridge.
June 2019
A decent enough café, with reasonable coffee and a pleasant ambience, alongside a local art gallery with (when we visited) an eclectic mix of art and artifacts. And if you're into yoga, my guess is that any type of yoga you can imagine is available here. If the weather's nice, the rear courtyard garden is quite pleasant, too.
April 2017
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Walks and Trails
(Less than a mile)
(13)
We have said it before and we will say it again, the reason South Devon attracts so many visitors and captures their hearts is because it really is a phenomenally beautiful part of the world, and as such is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in many areas. So walking is a great pleasure when you’re on holiday here, especially as there are over 40 routes in the AONB itself, ranging in length from two to 12 miles. They are a wonderful opportunity to explore the wildlife, archaeology and history of South Devon, as well as the views and scenery along the way.
Beautiful walks everywhere with stunning views along the coastal path
September 2023
Lots of places to access coastal path. We joined it from Start point and visited the lighthouse.
July 2023
Stunning array of various walks around the area - consult the web site for some easy to follow routes. Very steep in places but the scenery is worth it.
October 2021
Stunning scenery and beautiful, sometimes challenging hikes on the coast path stretches. I was very lucky I had gorgeous weather.
September 2021
Wonderful walk in the sunshine along the coastal path from Garra Rock to Mill Bay. Well signposted. The road to Garra Rock is not for the fainthearted!
September 2021
Fantastic circular walk from East Portlemouth (catch the water taxi first from Salcombe) then follow the coastal path through woods and out on to stunning cliff top views for two miles until you reach Gara Rock Hotel which is something special then take the shorter return walk downhill through the woods.
July 2021
The coastal paths are wonderful.
July 2021
Bantham to Thurlestone Walk is lovely. Also the walk out to the lighthouse would recommend!
October 2020
Our apartment owners recommended Bolberry Down as somewhere to park ( NT Car Park) and enjoy the super views, even in the rain. It proved to be an excellent suggestion and we found paths from the Car Park that were easy to walk as well as the Oceans Restaurant which was good apart from not offering their sandwich menu during Sunday Lunch.
October 2019
Whether you want a strenuous walk or a gentle stroll there are wonderful coastal and countryside walks in this area of Devon.
September 2019
Visit to the East Soar walkers hut with its self service cream tea is a must as part of a circular work in that area
September 2018
Outstanding restaurant. Have ben using it since 2005 and always book beforehand to ensure a table. Friendly staff and reasonably priced. Ready to book for next year.
September 2018
Walked the South West Coastal path from Plymouth to Hope Cove - fantastic!
April 2017
Singing Paddles
(Less than a mile)
(5)
What a treat, lovely experience with a well informed guide.
June 2023
Great evening paddle with Dave for our family of four, all enjoyed very much.
July 2021
We feel incredibly lucky and privileged to have been on Slapton Ley with Singing Paddles. Our guide was really informative and kept it interesting enough to keep our 8 year old engaged. We learned so much about the history of the Ley, about it's eco-diversity and the various conservation projects. Highly recommend.
April 2021
Very professional
December 2016
Have been on several tours with Singing Paddles and have always enjoyed them. Really good fun and feels like you had a good workout by the end!
December 2016
The Trading Post
(Less than a mile)
(1)
A toy shop and so much more in the heart of Kingsbridge, The Trading Post is the place to go to find everything to keep your children entertained on holiday. Choose from a huge range of toys, games and puzzles alongside beach balls, frisbees and inflatables, wetsuits, bike hats and lots more. Find them at 31 Fore Street, Kingsbridge TQ7 1PG.
Click here for further details
The children loved the shop and have done every year we come down. Its great for beach toys and beach activity items.
August 2022
Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Much more than just a ferry service, the Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry provides an unforgettable experience for anyone visiting South Devon, capturing the essence of the Kingsbridge Estuary and Salcombe Harbour from the safety and comfort of a Maritime and Coastguard agency approved vessel. Harbour Cruises, Creeks Cruises and other special events are available but all services are tide dependent so check the timetable on their website in advance for running times.
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An integral part of our holiday, er always treat the ferry as a miniature cruise.
October 2023
We caught the ferry twice, firstly in the sunshine, and we enjoyed the scenery, we caught the bus back too which was very easy. The second time it was a bit chilly so the lovely lady on the boat gave us a cosy blanket for the journey. It’s good not to have to park in Salcombe too.
July 2023
Fabulous but a bit on the pricey side
August 2022
First time on this new ferry,had been on old one several times.Did not disappoint.Crew were pleasant,informative and spent time talking with everyone.
July 2022
Great trip
July 2022
GREAT BOAT AND FRIENDLY STAFF . NOT ENOUGH CREEK ETC CRUISES. WAS EXPENSIVE £11 FOR ONE WAY
July 2022
A must for first timers to the area in particular but we have been coming for many years and still do the trip. Pretty ride and the couple operating it were very friendly and helpful, particularly helping my husband on and off the boat. Bit pricey but we went down on the boat and back on our free bus passes so we weren’t really restricted on ferry times
June 2022
Lovely but expensive. Lacked Creek Cruises, during our stay. Only 2 were on offer.
June 2022
Lovely trip down to Salcombe. Louise was a very good host and had lots of useful information
June 2022
Excellent service to Salcombe. It was a lovely way to travel to Salcombe- without the traffuc! We got the bus back as the tide wasn’t in again until much later, but that was very easy too.
June 2022
Excellent if rather breezy return from Salcombe. Would definitely use again when we visit next June
September 2021
very pleasant boat ride back into Salcombe
September 2021
Enjoyable boat trip to Salcombe .
September 2021
Quite expensive but a really enjoyable way of getting to Salcombe for a day out. More fun than driving. Can return by bus to Kingsbridge or West Alvington if necessary
August 2021
Staff on board extremely friendly and approachable. Great way to get to salcombe. No return only if you wish to come straight back. We caught the bus back to kingsbridge
August 2021
Lovely return trip from Salcombe, friendly, helpful crew. Prompt, efficient service, just a little bit pricey.
July 2021
Sadly it wasn't running when we were there, very disappointing!!!
April 2021
An enjoyable trip down to Salcombe
October 2020
Sunny Cove
(4 miles)
(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
(4 miles)
(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
(4 miles)
(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 Milton Sands
(4 miles)
(45)
A long stretch of sand broken only by the South Milton Ley freshwater reed bed, South Milton Sands is a dramatic beach that’s exposed to the elements, making it something of a chameleon throughout the year. Rugged in its beauty, there’s nothing quite like watching the sun set at this beach behind an iconic rock archway in the water; it really is spectacular, particularly if you do so over dinner in the summer months from The Beach Café, a small but perfectly formed restaurant and café that’s perched just above the sand. If you want a table inside then you really do have to book this one, but if the weather is fine then eating outside is a joy. The beach is sandy and popular on windy days with kite surfers and windsurfers, but in calmer weather is perfect for a summer swim. Dogs are welcome at South Milton throughout the year, there’s a National Trust car park by the beach which costs from £5 for the day, £3 after 4pm or is free for National Trust members. There are also toilets nearby. It’s also worth knowing that in the summer months lifeguards are in situ from 6th July until 8th September, keeping everyone safe in the sun, sea and sand. When the weather is less conducive to sitting and admiring the view, South Milton is perfectly placed for a stroll along the coast path either towards Hope Cove and around towards Salcombe if you fancy making a day of it, or in the opposite direction you can walk towards Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. It’s a wonderful place to explore and watch Devon’s wildlife in all its glory.
We love this all year round very dog friendly beach. Great even when the tide in. Plenty of parking and a great cafe to boot.
October 2023
Beautiful beach and we had the added bonus of the Rockbox pop up bar being directly behind. If you are staying in hope cove it is worth the 20 minute walk to get here as much better than the hope cove beaches, also has toilet facilities.
September 2023
Lovely sandy beach, easy parking and clean beach
September 2023
Great beach for swimming , paddle boarding and playing with the dog. very good access to food and drink outlets.
September 2023
Lovely location. Walk from Banthan, thru Thurlestone on to South Milton
July 2023
A lovely family beach to enjoy rock pooling with the children.national trust carpark free for members.
July 2023
Beautiful beach, easy access, with lovely cafe and toilets near by.
June 2023
Beautiful beach with sand and rock pools. Canoes etc available to hire at reasonable prices and cafe with great food and drink
June 2023
Beautiful beach for all the family . Dog friendly and good for SUP's and canoes etc.
August 2022
Beautiful beach and safe water.
July 2022
Very clean, Fantastic dog friendly beach
May 2022
very good beach, dog friendly. the road access is via single car lanes with passing places, this seems to work early season apr/may but could be fun in the high season.
May 2022
Wonderful sandy dog friendly beach
May 2022
Lovely walk across the beach
October 2021
Lovely beach. Great for dogs too. The car park is owned by national trust and if you don’t have any money for the parking you need to download the app. Problem there is no signal once you are there to pay for your parking! Best bring change.
September 2021
We walked along to this beach and found it to be a very pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely, clean and not busy
September 2021
Lovely Beach!
July 2021
fantastic beach - safe and so clean - could hardly believe how clears the water was !
July 2021
Lovely beach. Great catering facilities and clean, free lavatories. The car park is large and as a member of the National Trust parking was free (usually £6)
July 2021
Beautiful sandy beach. Large well organised NT car park which filled up quickly on a sunny weekend. Younger family members enjoyed hiring a paddle board for half an hour. Wet suits a good idea!
June 2021
Lovely sandy beach.
June 2021
lovely area
May 2021
Perfect beach for early morning dog walks.
May 2021
Lovely beach with fantastic cafe
April 2021
Fabulous beach, we loved our walks in the morning and early evening
October 2020
Really lovely long stretch of uncrowded sandy beach, ample parking, clear water.
October 2020
Beach is beautiful but steep to walk down from the car park
September 2020
Perfect safe and sandy beach. Lovely and fairly easy walk to/from Hope Cove with great views along the way.
August 2020
Fabulous sandy beach with lots of rock pools to explore at low tide. Ideal for children and dig friendly too
August 2019
Fantastic to be able to walk dogs down there. Nice cafe. Could do with dog poo bag bins on or near beach Car parking expensive just to be on beach for half an hour
August 2019
Great beach! Also we enjoyed being able to rent paddle boards.
August 2019
South Milton sands is a beautiful beach. Arrive early to get a good parking space as it does get quite busy. The beach is sand and shingle. £5 per day for parking, great value. The only shame is that there were too many paddle boards getting in the way of swimmers. Maybe a cordened off area for swimmers would be better.
August 2019
We walked over from Hope Cove and found it a pretty unattractive beach with a massive pipe leading out to sea and a horrible sewage smell. Happy we hadn't bothered to go there for a day out!
July 2019
We loved this beach and returned a number of times during our stay. Safe shallow water for the family with some good waves for body-boarding as the tide came in and friendly life guards in attendance all day! Easy access from the car park - facilities nearby and dog friendly - everything we needed! We also enjoyed the cliff top walk to nearby hope cove on one afternoon.
July 2019
A lovely beach with plenty to look at. Dogs are allowed - very good for children if supervised.
June 2019
Lovely beach, stunning views and a safe place for children to rock pool, and swim. Spoiled for us by the large numbers of kite surfers dominating the water along with the surf school who took little account of those families enjoying the beach ordering people out of the water when they had a schooling session on. Words were had. They need to understand it isn't their property and if people want to enjoy the beach, they need to move to a spot where they aren't bothering people. Good car parking and a nice little cafe selling cakes/flapjacks and coffee with WC next to it, so beach-goers are well catered for. Could have done without the thump thump music and bar flies in shades but that's typical of many such places these days. On the whole a great beach with decent accessibility via car or foot and preferable in many ways to the larger beach at Thurlestone during peak times, and preferable to the beaches at Hope Cove when busy.
June 2019
great beach only bad thing is its owned by the national trust and parking is £5.00 no matter how short or long you want to stay no option of paying by the hour
October 2018
A great beach but at £5 a day to visit (National Trust!) rather expensive. Variable rate better.
October 2018
Excellent beach, well maintained and dogs allowed all year round. Great range of activities to enjoy from swimming, snorkelling, SUP, kite surfing, kayaking and scrambling when the tide is out. Loved it and will return
June 2018
Amazin beach - especially when the tide goes out and all the rock pools come out to play!!! Shame about the coarse 'sand', but that can't be helped; just get some shingle shoes. If you want sand go to North Sands or Bantham!
August 2017
A glorious beach! Dog friendly, sandy, rock pools at the far end. Parking handy, spectacular views - the stone arch beats Durdle Door in my mind..... Delightful. Loved it.
July 2017
Fabulous dog friendly beach with amazing views
June 2017
Beautiful.
May 2017
Fantastic sandy beach for everything, rock pools, building sandcastles body boarding.
April 2017
Leas Foot Sands
(4 miles)
(8)
A small sandy beach belonging to Thurlestone Golf Club, those who have been on regular Devon weekend breaks and holidays will have seen this beach change somewhat in recent years thanks to storm damage, but the evolving landscape merely adds to its charm. A 200-metre walk down a paved path from the golf club and its car park and you find yourself heading down a gentle slope onto the sand, with the option of enjoying the beach in its own right or walking along the coast in either direction towards Bantham or South Milton Sands. Dogs are allowed here at any time, which of course adds to the appeal for walkers, and if you fancy stopping somewhere for lunch then Thurlestone village nearby is home to a charming pub that’s cryptically named The Village Inn, which is suitable for the whole family and wonderfully cosy in the winter months. Alternatively head to the Beachhouse café at South Milton for lunches and evenings meals with a view of the sunset, or cups of tea and brownies from the Gastrobus at Bantham. It is one of the area’s quieter beaches, often acting as a place to wander past rather than one to spend the whole day on, but given its easy access and the proximity of the car park, and the golf club, it’s a delightful little spot in which to while away the afternoon.
We visited this beach most days either morning or early evening to take the dog and enjoy the sunsets
September 2021
We found this to be a very pleasant spot for a coffee. The sands were pristine.
September 2021
Lovely beach for swimming and supping
June 2021
a fabulous beach, dog and heart friendly
December 2020
We like this beach. We walk to it from the property we stay in in Thurlestone. It's always quiet. There are lovely views out to sea and you really feel close to nature when swimming. There is good sand, some rocks on either side of the beach, it's easy to access and we usually walk home along the coast path for more lovely views.
August 2019
Great quiet beach with wonderful coastal walk alongside gold course round to Bantham. Parked free in field adjacent to golf club, although we understand they will be charging for parking soon. Only downside was that the public toilets were closed - we went October 2018.
November 2018
This is possibly the best beach in the whole of England
July 2017
A very nice beach with quite a lot of sand at times. So easy to access, even managed to get both (octogenarian) parents to it and my mother in the sea for a paddle!
July 2017
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