Key Features
- Property code: THESTA
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 3pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Located on the most southerly tip of Devon with wonderful sea views from the garden and most rooms, The Station Officer’s House is a delightful home from home, great for a relaxing family get together or for couples and friends wanting beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Located at the end of a mews of coastguard cottages, this comfortable, spacious and interesting property looks out to The Channel and surrounding rugged coastline with the amazing South West Coastal Path cutting through the meadow at the end of the garden. This place is a must for those who love dramatic walks with the dogs and getting away from the crowds.
A large, well equipped kitchen opens onto a terrace with garden table and chairs for relaxing alfresco dining. A cosy, wood panelled sitting room with woodburner leads to a dining room with window seating area. There’s a huge master bedroom suite with wrap around balcony overlooking the sea, en suite shower room and mezzanine floor with sofa and TV, a perfect hideaway if the children are getting too raucous. There’s a single bedroom adjoining the master suite as well as three further bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The pretty village of East Prawle is a mile away, back along the lane and has a welcoming pub as well as a seasonal cafe and shop. For those who want to explore, historic Dartmouth, the sailing Mecca of Salcombe and dramatic Dartmoor are within easy driving distance, but this house is all about the location, the views, the walks, the sounds of the sea and the peace and quiet. Isn’t that what a holiday’s all about?
Key Features
- Property code: THESTA
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 3pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Real fire
- Nearby shop
- Village
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Located on the most southerly tip of Devon with wonderful sea views from the garden and most rooms, The Station Officer’s House is a delightful home from home, great for a relaxing family get together or for couples and friends wanting beautiful, peaceful surroundings. Located at the end of a mews of coastguard cottages, this comfortable, spacious and interesting property looks out to The Channel and surrounding rugged coastline with the amazing South West Coastal Path cutting through the meadow at the end of the garden. This place is a must for those who love dramatic walks with the dogs and getting away from the crowds.
A large, well equipped kitchen opens onto a terrace with garden table and chairs for relaxing alfresco dining. A cosy, wood panelled sitting room with woodburner leads to a dining room with window seating area. There’s a huge master bedroom suite with wrap around balcony overlooking the sea, en suite shower room and mezzanine floor with sofa and TV, a perfect hideaway if the children are getting too raucous. There’s a single bedroom adjoining the master suite as well as three further bedrooms and two bathrooms.
The pretty village of East Prawle is a mile away, back along the lane and has a welcoming pub as well as a seasonal cafe and shop. For those who want to explore, historic Dartmouth, the sailing Mecca of Salcombe and dramatic Dartmoor are within easy driving distance, but this house is all about the location, the views, the walks, the sounds of the sea and the peace and quiet. Isn’t that what a holiday’s all about?
Rear door to lobby with stairs to master bedroom suite. Utility cloakroom with fridge/freezer, washing machine, WC and sink. Traditional kitchen looking out over the garden with electric range cooker, fridge, microwave and dishwasher. Panelled sitting room with 3 sofas surrounding a woodburner stove, 40 inch TV, DVD and Bluetooth speaker. Adjacent dining room with table and seating for 10 as well as a raised window seating area. First floor. Master suite. Huge light and airy master bedroom with 5ft four poster bed and patio doors opening onto a surrounding balcony with stunning seas views. This room is accessed via separate stairway from entrance lobby or through adjoining single bedroom with 3ft day bed. En suite shower room with shower cubicle, hand basin and WC. Narrow stairs to mezzanine floor overlooking the bedroom with sofa and TV for playing DVD’s.
Bedroom 2 with 4ft 6 in double bed and sea views. Family bathroom with bath, shower over, hand basin and WC. Stairs to second floor. Bedroom 3 with two 3ft link beds (can be configured either as a super king or two singles, please specify when booking) and sea views. Bedroom 4with two 3ft single beds. Bathroom with bath, hand basin and WC.
Covered patio with garden table and chairs, loungers and barbecue extends to a sloping garden with amazing coastal and sea views. Rear entrance courtyard.
Please Note that an upper garden is fenced off and not to be used as there are drops to the courtyard.
East Prawle is a lovely rural village a mile inland from Prawle Point, the most southerly tip of Devon. The coastline here is rugged, with magnificent cliffs, delightful coves, hidden beaches, and a breathtaking stretch of the South West Coast Path. The area is quiet, unspoilt and boasts an abundance of wildlife and birds, including the rare cirl buntings which farmers and naturalists are working hard to protect.
East Prawle village is surrounded by fields with stunning rural and coastal views. The village has a green, the quirky former smugglers' hide, The Pig'sNose Inn, and the seasonal Piglet Stores and Café which serves excellent, hearty breakfasts and delicious cream teas. The nearby stretch of coastline is said to resemble the shape of a pig's head, which explains the local pig references!
From East Prawle you can take a 2 mile stroll to East Portlemouth to catch the ferry over to Salcombe to enjoy shops, cafés, restaurants, and everything else that the sailing mecca has to offer.
For walkers this area is idyllic rambling country which can begin or end at the award-winning Millbrook Inn, South Pool situated just off the main Kingsbridge to Dartmouth road. A walk in Pig country is guaranteed to be a most memorable and enjoyable experience!
Choose a holiday cottage in East Prawle for a peaceful base from which to explore the picturesque South Devon coast and countryside.
Parking for one car in designated parking space plus additional visitors parking, subject to availability.
- Included: Bed linen, towels, (guests must provide their own beach towels) electricity, gas central heating and complimentary basket of logs in winter. High chair and travel cot.
- Telephone for incoming and local calls with honesty box. No mobile reception.
- Wi-Fi.
- Pets: Two well behaved dogs welcome. Pet charge £30.00 per pet per week.
- Local Facilities: Sandy beaches at East Portlemouth 2.5 miles. Horsley Cove half mile walk. Pigs Nose pub and Piglet cafe and shop (open March to end of October) 1 mile. Kingsbridge or Dartmouth with all facilities 10 miles. SUPERMARKETS WILL DELIVER TO THIS PROPERTY-Tesco, Waitrose, Morrisons, Sainsburys, Asda.
Piglet Café
(Less than a mile)
(30)
A tiny café on the village green serving light lunches, coffees, cream teas and ice creams. A good spot to take a break after walking on the South West Coast Path.
Piglet Café East Prawle, Kingsbridge TQ7 2BY (T: 01548 511486)
Lovely cafe and shop run by lovely people
August 2023
great place to hang out on the village green with fresh coffee and cake... and you can order croissants and pastries to take away each morning if you wish.
July 2023
Great little café conveniently located just around the corner from where we stayed. The food, especially the pizzas, was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
July 2023
The piglet cafe is a welcoming friendly place which sells the most delicious food..I would recommend the pasties especially the veggy ones...delicious. The owner was very helpful and works hard in making sure everything is good quality. Enjoy!
May 2023
Loved this cafe. Really friendly/helpful staff and great food - the pasties in particular being a big hit.
April 2023
The Piglet cafe was well stocked and the service was excellent. A little pricey but accepted that due to location
August 2022
Excellent breakfast baps!
July 2022
Great little cafe, good for early morning coffee and afternoon cocktails, good choice of food, very friendly
June 2022
Lovely cafe with delicious cakes
May 2022
Very nice cafe and now new owners since our last visit much improved. We had a fabulous breakfast. Not much seating inside now so a fine weather place to visit.
May 2022
Lovely food and very friendly staff.
May 2022
The piglet cafe was sadly shut during our stay but the owner saw that we wanted to visit so opened up especially for us and made us a takeaway cream tea. Absolutely so lovely of her and it was delicious!
April 2022
Lovely café, friendly staff especially Emily. Lovely little puppy too. Highly recommend
November 2021
Nice coffee and friendly staff thanks!
September 2021
So handy and lovely staff Always cheerful with great Pizza in the evening if you don't want to cook, eaten on the village green Great village shop as well, run and managed by a really nice couple who we met in the pub one evening
September 2021
Great food & selection with a good range of refreshments including cocktails. Lovely setting on the green & very friendly service.
September 2021
Nice cream tea!
August 2021
Great little cafe with fresh food and great service.
June 2021
wonderful café with wonderful friendly staff!
September 2020
Delicious breakfast, very friendly welcome And excellent service and divine munching a bacon bap on the green looking at the sea.
August 2020
Fabulous cooked breakfast - best bacon sandwich!. Great service too.
October 2019
We didn't eat at the cafe but the owner was extremely kind to get the daily papers for us during our stay in the village.
September 2019
Great service, great coffee and hot chocolate and the cakes were delicious!
August 2019
Lovely quiet little cafe, very friendly
July 2019
Lovely little cafe . Delicious food and drink . Iced coffee would be good on a hot day .
July 2019
Brilliant Café with wonderful food, warm and friendly service. Not to be missed...
June 2019
Adorable cafe with nice food. A bit overpriced, but worth it!
May 2018
Lovely afternoon teas!
April 2018
Really high quality, homemade food with great service. Fantastic!
August 2017
A beautiful, clean little café with a good menu. Very tasty food and friendly service. Would highly recommend.
May 2017
Pigs Nose Inn
(Less than a mile)
(58)
A traditional 16th century inn overlooking the green in the pretty, windswept village of East Prawle with regular live music nights, and serving quality pub grub and real ales straight from the barrel.
Pigs Nose Inn East Prawle, Kingsbridge TQ7 2BY (T: 01548 511209)
Eccletic and characterful! Great atmosphere and incredible home cooked Sunday dinner. Huge portions!
April 2024
Great pub Full of locals and visitors. Very dog friendly. Food was mostly good. Really nice cider. Live music from al local young band was fun. Looking forwards to visiting again .
October 2023
Whilst on holiday, we went in for a drink. Yes, its quirky, full of character, locals and dogs. Suits us fine as we are from rural area. But decided against food as there's a fine line between character and grime.
October 2023
The Pigs Nose is a great pub for a pint and some food. It was busy in October and full of dogs so don’t go there if you don’t like dogs!
October 2023
Good food, friendly staff, and very quaint.
September 2023
There is everything to love and nothing to be negative about. Good food ,great owners, amazing location. Excellent . .
September 2023
we had a few drinks in here over the week... one evening we just sat on the green tasting the local ale and ordered pizza from the pub... a great way to while away the time. staff are very friendly and the pub draws a good, interesting, crowd.
July 2023
We had a meal at The Pigs Nose on the Friday evening of the day we arrived. The pub was very busy but the staff were very efficient and dealt with the customers well. The food was excellent and we really enjoyed our visit.
July 2023
Quaint pub reasonably priced food but mainly burgers or fish and chips.
July 2023
What a great lively pub! Supported by locals and visitors with plenty of memorabilia to study while you sup a pint or 3 and chat to the friendly staff. Probably could do with a bit of a make over but i guess thats its charm ?. The food was fresh and delicious ?...but booking is essential...especially during the busy summer months.
May 2023
Best pub around. Great food, drink and atmosphere plus ideal location for exploring the coastline.
April 2023
Fantastic pub with a great welcome feel and quirky decor
August 2022
Excellent pub but after music weekend stock levels were poor so many things unavailable. Food was tasty but service poor with mains coming an hour apart for a table of 5. Apparently due to pizzas being made by a different organisation. We ate on Sunday and I cancelled a repeat meal for the Tuesday personally 30 hours before the booking and was told we would be charged as per the web site 72 hours notice required. I told the manager this was unacceptable as we wanted to cancel as we were not happy with the first meal. He took offence and barred me. L:uckily there was an older lady present who got him to drop the charge. We chose not to go to the pub again
August 2022
Lovely character and friendly staff serving a nice menu. It was fully booked the night we went but food was still served quickly and tasted great.
July 2022
Quirky pub with friendly and helpful staff. Need to book at weekends/peak season if you want to eat. Excellent food and varied daily specials.
July 2022
Great little pub, book in advance as it gets busy, lovely food and all very friendly
June 2022
Ok- ish but wouldn’t rush back albeit handy just to walk there. Lots of what presumed locals inside. However there are plenty of super eating places around if you want to go by car.
May 2022
Good quirky pub. Beer excellent.
May 2022
Lovely value for money food, excellent welcome too. Very rustic, rural.
May 2022
Real olde world pub but with fantastic food….
April 2022
Great place on a Saturday night! Best fish and chips and great atmosphere. Make sure you book as it's very popular.
April 2022
A welcoming traditional pub serving good beer and food.
November 2021
Lovely old village pub. Staff friendly. Food good.
November 2021
Very welcoming pub, good food and well kept beer
October 2021
The staff were friendly and welcomed our dog. The food was delicious although the menu was limited. Great cider on tap!
October 2021
Excellent local pub - great service and friendly staff. Thanks Pigs Nose!
September 2021
GREAT PUB,FANTASTIC FOOD AND DRINKS AND NOT TOO EXPENSIVE
September 2021
Loved it. Great place, lovely people and great food Would love to come back and carry on drinking into the night
September 2021
We had an excellent lunch. The staff were delightful and SO helpful. One member of staff offered to drive us to Mill Bay so our disabled granddaughter could go to the beach, we really appreciated this act of kindness. We declined his offer but we’re so impressed by it. A big thank you to him.
September 2021
Eclectic decor serving great food. Use online booking app “Open table” to book a table for lunch/dinner (advised during peak season)
September 2021
Let down by both food quality and beer quality. We were also overcharged for all food items - which we noticed and got corrected. A real shame as it is so handy.
June 2021
Rustic pub with great beers. The service is chaotic though so be prepared for it!
June 2021
I would recommend the Gammon, egg and chips, plus the fish and chips, however other food offerings were average. The staff were friendly, but at times, the service best described as akin to Faulty Towers.
June 2021
Quirky village pub. Very friendly with good food
May 2021
My wife and I visited the Pigs Nose Inn on several occasions while staying in East Prawle. The hospitality was great with friendly polite and helpful staff doing well to maintain a good service under difficult circumstances with the current Pandemic. The food and drinks menu was comprehensive with great fish and chips and good local beers. It was nice that this old pub had maintained its character.
October 2020
A lovely, friendly place with great beer and great company.
October 2019
We loved the all the quirky objects in the bar and across the ceiling. We had a very tasty Sunday lunch and the pies were great. Had a few games of Pool in the back room one evening and we were made to feel very welcome at this local inn.
October 2019
Lovely quirky pub, extremely dog friendly.
September 2019
As always, service here is top notch and the food and drink always a delight. A superb pub with a lovely atmosphere.
September 2019
Lovely pub with delicious food
September 2019
Delightful, unfussy pub with good beer, cider and locals (notably Roy)
September 2019
Weird and smelly
June 2019
Absolutely charming. Friendly service, great food and fantastic atmosphere.
June 2019
Great family birthday lunch after a hike from lannacombe ...friendly great grub
February 2019
Brilliant pub. Very friendly with a good atmosphere. The food was good enough for our taste buds and the beers were great (a bit too moorish infact!)
November 2018
A great pub with a good selection of beers and ciders and good food served too. The atmosphere is welcoming as you walk in and you soon get into conversation with the locals and their dogs! A great place to visit!
November 2018
This is a real Locals pub however we were made welcome. It is very dog friendly. The food was simple but tasty.
October 2018
Quirky, could be much cleaner. Not too impressed with dogs climbing on furniture next to people eating food.food basic but OK.beer good.good atmosphere
September 2018
Very good local beer and terrific atmosphere with old-fashioned opening hours.
May 2018
Why oh why didn't we go there more often...only went on our last night. Such a lively, personable and vibrantly vivid place with wonderful staff and exceptional food - loved it!
May 2018
Great little pub - nice pint of Red Devon and Devon Pride!
April 2018
Lovely friendly and quirky pub. Excellent cask ales and one of the best Fish and Chip lunches ever. Would love to come back for one of their gig nights.
April 2018
Beer good, but food extremely indifferent (a Saturday lunch time). Very disappointed this time as last time we came to the area, we could have eaten there every day.
October 2017
A really fabulous, relaxed, enjoyable pub, with a great mix of locals, tourists, old and young and lots of lovely dogs. Fabulous food and a selection of games to play too. Really loved it.
September 2017
What a great pub. Friendly atmosphere, good food and local cider.
August 2017
Needs a good clean and then it could be a great pub.
May 2017
A fantastic pub - wonderful atmosphere, great food, and friendly staff
May 2017
This place is like walking into the moulin Rouge.... It's an incredible experience. You never quite know what to expect when you enter into the rabbit hole of East Prawle. However, one thing is for sure, it's all happening in the Pigs Nose. With Atomic Kitten playing last year it draws crowds from far and wide. You would never know what awaits behind the doors of the pigs nose when you drive into the sleepy little village of East Prawle. Whatever the night holds, quiet or explosive, you are sure to be entered. Recently there have been some insanely talented musicians playing at the pub. The landlady and her son gives everyone a warm welcome and makes you feel like your in your own sitting room. It is definitly worth coming the extra mile for.
April 2017
Gara Rock Restaurant
(2 miles)
(32)
In one of the most stunning locations in South Devon with panoramic sea views, you're in for a treat at the newly refurbished Gara Rock Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas and dinner daily, all year round. Chef Lewis' seasonal dishes feature ingredients from local producers and his own kitchen garden. Eat al fresco on the terrace overlooking the beach or in winter watch the waves crashing from the comfort of the restaurant with its huge floor to ceiling windows.
Gara Rock, East Portlemouth TQ8 8FA (T: 01548 845945)
Staff not friendly. Breakfast only open to guests. Bar only open to guests when we were there. Information needs updating.
November 2023
We stopped for a coffee at Gara Rock hotel after getting caught in a storm! It was a great refuge for 30 minutes. And the staff are lovely. They used to do nice cream teas but don’t anymore as it has become really posh which is a bit of a shame.
October 2023
We had one of the best meals we have ever had in the Gara Rock Restaurant. Really lovely food. Very friendly and helpful staff and amazing views of the coast.
October 2023
LOVELY SETTING BUT VERY DISAPPOINTING QUALITY OF MEAL AND OVER LENGTHY TIME BETWEEN STARTERS AND MAINS.
October 2023
Excellent food, stunning views, very friendly staff
September 2023
Glorious spot to sit in the sun sipping a chilled lemonade. However in September they do not serve afternoon tea.
September 2023
we had lunch here on the thursday of our stay. this is a very stylish and luxurious hotel and the restaurant lives up to the hype. we had a window table in a glass walled dining room so everyone gets to enjoy the amazing views from here. Food was excellent, not inexpensive, but very well worth coming here for a treat.
July 2023
We have visited several times after walking the costal path and been delighted with the service and food. This time we were directed to an outside van, which was disappointing.
July 2023
Lovely location but very expensive.
July 2023
We went for a walk at Gara beach and stopped off here for a coffee to sit and admire the wonderful views. Nearly £15 for 3 drinks ( 2 coffees & a coke) We checked out the menu for dinner but decided not to book, given price and menu options didn’t appeal ( they do change menu frequently though)
April 2023
Fabulous lunch and what an amazing location!
September 2022
Disappointingly shut to outside guests for a whole week during our visit.
July 2022
Superb meal with an amazing view!
April 2022
FANTASTIC LOCATION,VERY EXPENSIVE AND SHORT STAFFED
September 2021
We stayed locally to this hotel and on 2 occasions tried to go in for a drink and to use the electric charger, which is advertised as a destination charger. The staff, on both occasions, were rude and abrupt.
August 2021
Fabulous! Visited twice, first time for lunch in the restaurant after working up an appetite after the hour’s coastal walk and then secondly for dinner and to see the sun set. A beautiful vista, excellent food and lovely staff.
July 2021
Lovely meal in a restaurant with a great view.
June 2021
Fantastic setting . Sadly restaurant wasn’t open but bacon baps and coffee available from the coffee van - lovely !
May 2021
Stunning location and good food and services.
September 2020
Fantastic service from front of restaurant manager. Food was very good
July 2020
Amazing view, a really great spot for a coffee. We had lunch here which was very pricey. The food was ok, the children’s burgers burnt and ours passable. I wouldn’t recommend it for a dinner or lunch but would go back for tea and cake.
February 2020
What a view
September 2019
We only had pasties and coffee, late morning. The pasties were good but we felt a bit pricey. The staff were mostly very pleasant.
August 2019
We had 3 very enjoyable meals here during our holiday, the food was tasty (particularly the oysters and the white chocolate pudding!) the staff were friendly and accommodating and the restaurant itself is well arranged with a lovely relaxing atmosphere. I hope it continues to do well so we can eat here again in the future.
July 2019
Went for a cream tea, lovely friendly staff who couldn't do enough. Cream tea was the best one we've had. Would highly recommend.
June 2019
Sorry for late review. We stayed here in September and had a fantastic week. The owners were very friendly and the goodies were a lovely touch. The place was immaculate, very well furnished. The bed was so comfortable. The bed linen and towels were spotless. Had a lovely time and still talking about our walks and the fabulous beaches. Do not hesitate to stay here as its an unspoilt area and the Old Cow Shed is the place to stay.
February 2019
The sunset view from here is impressive. The drinks were very pricey £12 for a GnT! The starters were unusual and the fish n chips was ok. Felt a lot to pay to be honest. Dogs welcome which suited us.
October 2018
We had the most wonderful time at the restaurant. Sitting out on the terrace on a glorious September day with the amazing views surrounding us was a stand out experience. The service was enthusiastic and friendly if slightly chaotic. Some of the food was exceptional and some a bit disappointing. But that didn’t matter because the whole experience was so good
October 2018
Still very much closed on 040518, and just a busy building site. I'd be surprised if it's open this summer.
May 2018
A must visit after a long walk. Good menu and drink selections. Amazing views. Dog friendly.
September 2017
Superb place for weekends cakes, breakfast and lunch and beautiful dinner menu through the summer and very dog friendly!
September 2017
Dinner was amazing. Pre book a table and ask for a window view of the bay. Lunch was good. Staff really lovely.
August 2017
Venus Café - East Portlemouth
(3 miles)
(16)
This branch of the local Venus chain is takeaway only but with the beach on the doorstep who needs to eat-in? Here you find quality local pasties, baguettes, ice creams, coffee and cream teas as well as buckets, spades and beach games to keep the kids entertained.
Venus Café Ferry Steps, Millbay Road, East Portlemouth TQ8 8PU (T: 01548 843558)
Now closed and unlikely to reopen
April 2024
Nice little cafe right next to where you catch the ferry to Salcombe Ideal for a coffee or a snack overlooking the bay.
October 2023
Brilliant little cafe. Both guys that served us over the week were friendly, efficient and helpful.
September 2023
Beach cafe with lovely views across the estuary towards Salcombe. Friendly and helpful staff
September 2023
Enjoyed a cuppa and cake here. Outside seating. Dog friendly. Lovely beaches nearby.
July 2023
Great service and coffee.
June 2023
Lovely lunch on a beautiful sunny Sunday lunch in mid September! A welcome drink and food after a dog swim at the beach opposite. Food was lovely, yes a little expensive, however you do pay for the location, which is worth every penny!
September 2022
Excellent service and lovely food. A lifesaver considering there are few options to eat in East Portlemouth.
July 2022
Friendly cup of tea after a walk back from the beach.
June 2022
Yummy Felafel wraps with a great view of the 'goings on' on the water below. It can get busy but we sat and ate outside so it suited me well in these weird times! Not cheap but very nice for a snack.
May 2022
Great little cafe but really expensive!
April 2022
Closed by 10th September!
September 2021
Usually love it here, this year they had closed for the season Sun 5th September!!
September 2021
Very convenient. It would be even better if they could sell a few newspapers so as to avoid making a trip to the other side.
September 2019
lovely icecreams & friendly staff, only downside was that they closed early if it was not busy
July 2018
nice paninis
December 2016
Sailor V
(3 miles)
(7)
A great place to stop for breakfast of lunch as well as coffees, teas, cakes and other treats in the centre of town.
Sailor V 36 Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JE (T: 01548 843555)
Great food and friendly service when we visited for breakfast, lovely fresh food and the best fresh pear juice ever...
August 2022
Very friendly
July 2022
Excellent breakfast. Full English of course!
October 2021
Great place for breakfast or lunch. Food freshly cooked and staff very friendly.
September 2021
Always friendly service here. Good coffee. Great menu. Just wish they did more than scramble their eggs.
February 2020
Reasonable food at reasonable (for Salcombe) prices, served reasonably efficiently by staff with a reasonable command of English. It was a shame that they messed up our order, but it was reasonably quickly rectified, with courtesy. Reasonable.
April 2017
Great coffee and cakes
December 2016
Bearland Bikes
(3 miles)
(1)
Bought about by the owner’s passion for exploring the local area on two wheels and concern for the environment, Bearland Bikes rents out top of the range e-bikes to enjoy during your holiday. Leave your car at your holiday cottage and get out and enjoy the beautiful wildlife and scenery of the South Hams along with the peace and tranquility of cycling. The team at Bearland Bikes have years of experience and can advise on routes for all abilities with further information on their website.
Click here for further information
Excellent customer service. Really helpful advice as we had never used e-bikes before. Great ideas for routes. We will definitely use them again.
June 2023
Hassle Free Hiking
(3 miles)
(1)
For those wanting to walk a stretch of the South West Coast Path, or explore the river valleys of southern Dartmoor, Hassle Free Hiking can help plan your itinerary, provide first-hand tips and walking notes, and drop you and your bags off to your start point, then pick you up at your destination to bring you back to your holiday cottage. A really useful service for non-circular walks, coupled with invaluable local knowledge.
Click here for further details
Great for walking and the views are fantastic.
July 2023
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing
(3 miles)
Salcombe is known for its unique sailing opportunities thanks to the spectacular coastline. A favourite destination amongst some of the best in the sailing community, getting out on the water is very much part of the South Devon holiday experience, and at Salcombe Dinghy Sailing, owners Zoe and Ross are a highly skilled, warm and friendly duo who make you feel safe, happy, confident and well prepared on the water whether you’re having lessons, hiring a boat, are a beginner or a practiced sailor looking to sharpen your skills. You can opt for taster sessions, bespoke private tuition, or RYA teaching courses with up to four students per instructor. Just make sure you bring warm, waterproof clothing with you – it can get nippy our there!
Salcombe Launch Co.
(4 miles)
(1)
Learn about the history and secrets of the Salcombe estuary, discover it's diverse wildlife and take in it's unquestionable beauty on a cruise with local boatman Billy 'Scratch' Hitchen. There's not much Scratch doesn't know about Salcombe and a trip with him in his classic Salcome launch 'Netbrook' will be one of the highlights of your holiday. Up to 6 people, dogs welcome. Classic launches and Salcombe Yawls also available for bare boat hire.
Cruise - call Scratch on 07966 840436 for further information.
Hire - call Matt on 07855 861383 for further information
We hired a launch for the day and the booking, service and boat were all first class
September 2023
Salcombe Fishing Adventures
(4 miles)
Salcombe Fishing Adventures offer exciting fishing trips in the Kingsbridge Estuary and out at sea. Choose from their popular mackerel-fishing trips on Woodpecker, to lure and fly-fishing up the creeks. No trip is the same and they regularly catch mackerel, gurnard, bass, pollack, wrasse, garfish, and even John Dory. Dogs and children welcome! Call Jamie on 07865 202133 or click the link below.
Click here for further information
Gara Rock Beach
(2 miles)
(12)
A bit tricky getting down to the beach but worth it.
September 2023
Super dog friendly beach and the children had a lovely time too, it was pretty busy but it was a bank holiday!
June 2022
VERY PEACEFULL AND NO CROWDS
September 2021
Superb location, excellent service. We were unable to book beforehand but were fortunate to be able to secure a table.
September 2021
Beautiful sandy and pebbly cove... we spent 2 gorgeous days there with our dog! Be prepared for steep climb back to Gara Rock restaurant but worth it!
July 2021
After driving an hour through Devon drizzle we were not impressed to be turned away because we weren't guests. "or you can sit outside and have coffee from the Garavan". Lesson learned: Don't go unless you're booked.
October 2020
We had a beautiful meal with stunning views at Gara Rock. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was divine. We also had spa treatments for the group, who left feeling relaxed and radiant.
September 2020
Lovely secluded beach, dog friendly and easy to get to.
July 2020
Go there for the coastal walk. Fantastic. Stop at the hotel for a coffee, the views are stunning
September 2019
A lovely beach (although quite "weedy"), almost deserted the morning we were there, and well worth the tricky path down and the steep climb back
August 2019
My favourite beach in the country, nothing run of the mill here, lovely views
July 2019
Lovely beach. We arrived early after a steep walk down the cliff path. Had the beach initially to ourselves! Starts to get busier as the day goes on.
July 2018
Lannacombe Beach
(2 miles)
(13)
Rugged and unspoiled, Lannacombe is the beach for those looking for total escapism on their South West holiday. Small and perfect for escaping from the summer crowds, it’s one of the best places to visit to simply enjoy the Devon scenery in all its natural glory. There’s a small car park just behind the beach so do get there early in order to guarantee a space, although there is further parking a short walk away if need be. Dogs are welcome at the beach throughout the year and as it offers access to the Coast Path it’s a good idea to combine your visit with a walk to take in the views of sea and countryside, perhaps towards Start Point where there is further parking around 30-40 minutes away on foot. At low tide the beach offers gentle rock pooling so it’s a lovely spot to head to for a quiet afternoon with the family, building sandcastles and eating sandwiches if you remember to bring them. There aren’t any cafes and restaurants immediately on site, so do remember to take anything you need with you, and there aren’t any toilets in the near vicinity either, so that’s worth keeping in mind when you plan your day. If you have been on holidays in Devon and Cornwall before you will also know that you need to watch our for the tide at many of the beaches, including this one in order to avoid disappointment or getting wet, you can pick up a tide timetable at local post offices!
Lovely walk along the coast from Horizons. Beautiful sandy beach
April 2024
Lannacombe is a lovely beach! The beach is gentle and slopes nicely into the sea. We swam in October and it was beautiful. If you haven’t been there are no facilities and only parking for about 8-9 cars so get there early in peak season. It’s on the SW Coast path and we have walked from East Prawle though takes a while. Fabulous beach. Keep it to yourself!
October 2023
Best beach in the area, spent a lovely sunny day here.
September 2023
A favourite beach of us, we spent another lovely afternoon there, superb view and great for rock pooling.
April 2022
Fantastic beach! Secluded and beautiful. Windy narrow lanes to reach it but worth it. We were able to get a car space in the small car park which was great. Our dog loved it and so did we!
October 2021
Best beach in the world! Dont tell anyone or else we will never get one of the 8 parking spaces!
September 2021
Unspoilt and away from the crowds. Perfect secret
August 2021
Beautiful unspoilt beach.
July 2021
We walked here from East Prawle, it was a delightful find and we explored the beach whilst en route along the coastal path. I imagine it would be extremely busy in high season but we were the only ones there so felt very lucky to have found it.
June 2021
Lovely but inaccessible down rough extremely narrow lane with very tiny parking & limited turning , best to walk from Start Point car park
October 2020
Very limited parking (but we got lucky!). Wide, spacious but covered in dense seaweed - what's happened? It never used to be so weedy.
August 2019
Excellent secluded beach once you find it. Signs would be helpful but this would be detrimental as visitors would "flood" the small car park. Well worth visiting and walking along the stunning cliff walks
September 2018
A lovely beach where we enjoy sitting and eating our sandwiches after walking from Start Point.
May 2018
Mill Bay
(3 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
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
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
October 2022
It’s a beautiful position and lovely house. I would say at this time of year a thicker duvet (our bed had a summer thin duvet only) and a throw cover on the bed would be good as it was chilly in the evenings.
July 2022
Really enjoyed our stay at SO House. Very query property with lots of space and an amazing view! Just a shame that the garden was unkempt and access to coast path was a bit of a struggle as the path is overgrown.
June 2022
Our fifth year - we just love it!
May 2022
Absolutely outstanding location (so long as you are comfortable navigating very narrow lanes) and beautifully fitted out. A delight to stay in. Exceeded our expectations at every level.
October 2021
Brilliant stay you know we love this property!!
September 2021
A fabulous place in every way, both the house and the location; completely relaxing and delightful
August 2021
This was a lovely cottage in a fantastic location with a fabulous sea view. The cottage was nicely furnished - I loved the nautical touches - and had all the amenities we needed. It was the perfect size for our party (2 families). We had a lovely couple of weeks exploring the local area and would love to come back again.
July 2021
We had the most awesome break - perfect weather and perfect accommodation
July 2021
We had a great time. The house is a very good place for a large family or group of friends.
June 2021
Wonderful stay thank you
August 2020
Wonderful location and a beautiful house , we loved it. Due to the pandemic we ate at the house most evenings so we weren't able to use the local cafes or restaurants.
July 2020
A well equipped and beautiful house in an unbeatable position on a lovely stretch of coast. Everything we needed was provided. Would definitely come again.
September 2019
Cobwebs and dead flies in windows when we arrived- but loved the house, the lovely crockery and fittings and the wonderful master suite!
So sorry about the dead flies etc., it can happen so quickly at this time of year but we'll alert the cleaners to look out for them in future. However pleased that you had a great holiday in this special property.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2019
Fabulous holiday, weather was great, the views to die for
March 2019
We loved our stay
November 2018
Fantastic for a small group of people that want privacy, space and a feeling of home comfort. very lovely interior design. Didn't want to leave.
September 2018
Everything about the house was perfect - location, decor, views, comfort, furnishings... I could go on. We loved it from the moment we stepped through the door. Thank you for a wonderful week.
September 2018
We loved our stay and this is mine and my husbands 5th stay in this row of cottages.
August 2018
Fantastic spot and house, really enjoyed the week. left a note to mention that main bedroom shower head was leaking spraying water onto shower ceiling when in use. Other than that, brilliant. Dave at Singing Paddles - great tour guide for canoeing trip around estuary too.
July 2018
Fabulous location and a stunning property.
July 2018
We very much enjoyed our stay. The only disadvantage is the very narrow roads in the area which can be a bit worrying and quite dangerous for pedestrians with no pavements at all! The Pigs Nose pub is which was very good for food but slow service and unfortunately the only pub nearby very good but very slow service. Unfortunately this the only pub in the nearby vacinity.
June 2018
Fabulous stay, superb location we had a wonderful 2 weeks
May 2018
Maybe a bannister at the top of the staircase to upper bedroom. Otherwise everything from the house and toadhall cottages were faultless
May 2018
Had a wonderful stay at this property and will be booking again.
November 2017
We loved our stay the house felt warm and welcoming.
September 2017
We had a wonderful time, perfect house in a perfect location
August 2017
Fantastic place and location! Thanks for a great week...
June 2017
The stay was simply wonderful. A lovely touch was chilled wine in the fridge and fresh flowers on the table. We can't wait to re-book. It's a stunning house and location.
May 2017
We had a fabulous stay and the weather was fantastic
May 2017
We all thought the house was absolutely beautiful, and was located in the most marvellous position overlooking the sea. It accommodated the seven of us really easily, and was a joy to stay in for the week.
February 2017
We were blown away by The Station Offices House and have all fallen in love with it! The location, the rooms, the great kitchen facilities, and the views to die for! Even our teenagers want to go back! Almost inclined to not say anything and keep it a secret! Toad Hall and Mermaid Property Management have all been fantastic, a pleasure to deal with, the quality goodie bags for the dogs and the children were just the icing on the cake! Thank you so much! We would definitely recommend Toad Hall and would not hesitate to book through them again!
Really glad you had such a good holiday and we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you for the kind comments. The Toad Hall team.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2022
It’s a beautiful position and lovely house. I would say at this time of year a thicker duvet (our bed had a summer thin duvet only) and a throw cover on the bed would be good as it was chilly in the evenings.
July 2022
Really enjoyed our stay at SO House. Very query property with lots of space and an amazing view! Just a shame that the garden was unkempt and access to coast path was a bit of a struggle as the path is overgrown.
June 2022
Our fifth year - we just love it!
May 2022
Absolutely outstanding location (so long as you are comfortable navigating very narrow lanes) and beautifully fitted out. A delight to stay in. Exceeded our expectations at every level.
October 2021
Brilliant stay you know we love this property!!
September 2021
A fabulous place in every way, both the house and the location; completely relaxing and delightful
August 2021
This was a lovely cottage in a fantastic location with a fabulous sea view. The cottage was nicely furnished - I loved the nautical touches - and had all the amenities we needed. It was the perfect size for our party (2 families). We had a lovely couple of weeks exploring the local area and would love to come back again.
July 2021
We had the most awesome break - perfect weather and perfect accommodation
July 2021
We had a great time. The house is a very good place for a large family or group of friends.
June 2021
Wonderful stay thank you
August 2020
Wonderful location and a beautiful house , we loved it. Due to the pandemic we ate at the house most evenings so we weren't able to use the local cafes or restaurants.
July 2020
A well equipped and beautiful house in an unbeatable position on a lovely stretch of coast. Everything we needed was provided. Would definitely come again.
September 2019
Cobwebs and dead flies in windows when we arrived- but loved the house, the lovely crockery and fittings and the wonderful master suite!
So sorry about the dead flies etc., it can happen so quickly at this time of year but we'll alert the cleaners to look out for them in future. However pleased that you had a great holiday in this special property.
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2019
Fabulous holiday, weather was great, the views to die for
March 2019
We loved our stay
November 2018
Fantastic for a small group of people that want privacy, space and a feeling of home comfort. very lovely interior design. Didn't want to leave.
September 2018
Everything about the house was perfect - location, decor, views, comfort, furnishings... I could go on. We loved it from the moment we stepped through the door. Thank you for a wonderful week.
September 2018
We loved our stay and this is mine and my husbands 5th stay in this row of cottages.
August 2018
Fantastic spot and house, really enjoyed the week. left a note to mention that main bedroom shower head was leaking spraying water onto shower ceiling when in use. Other than that, brilliant. Dave at Singing Paddles - great tour guide for canoeing trip around estuary too.
July 2018
Fabulous location and a stunning property.
July 2018
We very much enjoyed our stay. The only disadvantage is the very narrow roads in the area which can be a bit worrying and quite dangerous for pedestrians with no pavements at all! The Pigs Nose pub is which was very good for food but slow service and unfortunately the only pub nearby very good but very slow service. Unfortunately this the only pub in the nearby vacinity.
June 2018
Fabulous stay, superb location we had a wonderful 2 weeks
May 2018
Maybe a bannister at the top of the staircase to upper bedroom. Otherwise everything from the house and toadhall cottages were faultless
May 2018
Had a wonderful stay at this property and will be booking again.
November 2017
We loved our stay the house felt warm and welcoming.
September 2017
We had a wonderful time, perfect house in a perfect location
August 2017
Fantastic place and location! Thanks for a great week...
June 2017
The stay was simply wonderful. A lovely touch was chilled wine in the fridge and fresh flowers on the table. We can't wait to re-book. It's a stunning house and location.
May 2017
We had a fabulous stay and the weather was fantastic
May 2017
We all thought the house was absolutely beautiful, and was located in the most marvellous position overlooking the sea. It accommodated the seven of us really easily, and was a joy to stay in for the week.
February 2017
We were blown away by The Station Offices House and have all fallen in love with it! The location, the rooms, the great kitchen facilities, and the views to die for! Even our teenagers want to go back! Almost inclined to not say anything and keep it a secret! Toad Hall and Mermaid Property Management have all been fantastic, a pleasure to deal with, the quality goodie bags for the dogs and the children were just the icing on the cake! Thank you so much! We would definitely recommend Toad Hall and would not hesitate to book through them again!
Really glad you had such a good holiday and we look forward to seeing you again. Thank you for the kind comments. The Toad Hall team.
- The Toad Hall Team
Piglet Café
(Less than a mile)
(30)
A tiny café on the village green serving light lunches, coffees, cream teas and ice creams. A good spot to take a break after walking on the South West Coast Path.
Piglet Café East Prawle, Kingsbridge TQ7 2BY (T: 01548 511486)
Lovely cafe and shop run by lovely people
August 2023
great place to hang out on the village green with fresh coffee and cake... and you can order croissants and pastries to take away each morning if you wish.
July 2023
Great little café conveniently located just around the corner from where we stayed. The food, especially the pizzas, was excellent and the staff were very friendly and helpful.
July 2023
The piglet cafe is a welcoming friendly place which sells the most delicious food..I would recommend the pasties especially the veggy ones...delicious. The owner was very helpful and works hard in making sure everything is good quality. Enjoy!
May 2023
Loved this cafe. Really friendly/helpful staff and great food - the pasties in particular being a big hit.
April 2023
The Piglet cafe was well stocked and the service was excellent. A little pricey but accepted that due to location
August 2022
Excellent breakfast baps!
July 2022
Great little cafe, good for early morning coffee and afternoon cocktails, good choice of food, very friendly
June 2022
Lovely cafe with delicious cakes
May 2022
Very nice cafe and now new owners since our last visit much improved. We had a fabulous breakfast. Not much seating inside now so a fine weather place to visit.
May 2022
Lovely food and very friendly staff.
May 2022
The piglet cafe was sadly shut during our stay but the owner saw that we wanted to visit so opened up especially for us and made us a takeaway cream tea. Absolutely so lovely of her and it was delicious!
April 2022
Lovely café, friendly staff especially Emily. Lovely little puppy too. Highly recommend
November 2021
Nice coffee and friendly staff thanks!
September 2021
So handy and lovely staff Always cheerful with great Pizza in the evening if you don't want to cook, eaten on the village green Great village shop as well, run and managed by a really nice couple who we met in the pub one evening
September 2021
Great food & selection with a good range of refreshments including cocktails. Lovely setting on the green & very friendly service.
September 2021
Nice cream tea!
August 2021
Great little cafe with fresh food and great service.
June 2021
wonderful café with wonderful friendly staff!
September 2020
Delicious breakfast, very friendly welcome And excellent service and divine munching a bacon bap on the green looking at the sea.
August 2020
Fabulous cooked breakfast - best bacon sandwich!. Great service too.
October 2019
We didn't eat at the cafe but the owner was extremely kind to get the daily papers for us during our stay in the village.
September 2019
Great service, great coffee and hot chocolate and the cakes were delicious!
August 2019
Lovely quiet little cafe, very friendly
July 2019
Lovely little cafe . Delicious food and drink . Iced coffee would be good on a hot day .
July 2019
Brilliant Café with wonderful food, warm and friendly service. Not to be missed...
June 2019
Adorable cafe with nice food. A bit overpriced, but worth it!
May 2018
Lovely afternoon teas!
April 2018
Really high quality, homemade food with great service. Fantastic!
August 2017
A beautiful, clean little café with a good menu. Very tasty food and friendly service. Would highly recommend.
May 2017
Pigs Nose Inn
(Less than a mile)
(58)
A traditional 16th century inn overlooking the green in the pretty, windswept village of East Prawle with regular live music nights, and serving quality pub grub and real ales straight from the barrel.
Pigs Nose Inn East Prawle, Kingsbridge TQ7 2BY (T: 01548 511209)
Eccletic and characterful! Great atmosphere and incredible home cooked Sunday dinner. Huge portions!
April 2024
Great pub Full of locals and visitors. Very dog friendly. Food was mostly good. Really nice cider. Live music from al local young band was fun. Looking forwards to visiting again .
October 2023
Whilst on holiday, we went in for a drink. Yes, its quirky, full of character, locals and dogs. Suits us fine as we are from rural area. But decided against food as there's a fine line between character and grime.
October 2023
The Pigs Nose is a great pub for a pint and some food. It was busy in October and full of dogs so don’t go there if you don’t like dogs!
October 2023
Good food, friendly staff, and very quaint.
September 2023
There is everything to love and nothing to be negative about. Good food ,great owners, amazing location. Excellent . .
September 2023
we had a few drinks in here over the week... one evening we just sat on the green tasting the local ale and ordered pizza from the pub... a great way to while away the time. staff are very friendly and the pub draws a good, interesting, crowd.
July 2023
We had a meal at The Pigs Nose on the Friday evening of the day we arrived. The pub was very busy but the staff were very efficient and dealt with the customers well. The food was excellent and we really enjoyed our visit.
July 2023
Quaint pub reasonably priced food but mainly burgers or fish and chips.
July 2023
What a great lively pub! Supported by locals and visitors with plenty of memorabilia to study while you sup a pint or 3 and chat to the friendly staff. Probably could do with a bit of a make over but i guess thats its charm ?. The food was fresh and delicious ?...but booking is essential...especially during the busy summer months.
May 2023
Best pub around. Great food, drink and atmosphere plus ideal location for exploring the coastline.
April 2023
Fantastic pub with a great welcome feel and quirky decor
August 2022
Excellent pub but after music weekend stock levels were poor so many things unavailable. Food was tasty but service poor with mains coming an hour apart for a table of 5. Apparently due to pizzas being made by a different organisation. We ate on Sunday and I cancelled a repeat meal for the Tuesday personally 30 hours before the booking and was told we would be charged as per the web site 72 hours notice required. I told the manager this was unacceptable as we wanted to cancel as we were not happy with the first meal. He took offence and barred me. L:uckily there was an older lady present who got him to drop the charge. We chose not to go to the pub again
August 2022
Lovely character and friendly staff serving a nice menu. It was fully booked the night we went but food was still served quickly and tasted great.
July 2022
Quirky pub with friendly and helpful staff. Need to book at weekends/peak season if you want to eat. Excellent food and varied daily specials.
July 2022
Great little pub, book in advance as it gets busy, lovely food and all very friendly
June 2022
Ok- ish but wouldn’t rush back albeit handy just to walk there. Lots of what presumed locals inside. However there are plenty of super eating places around if you want to go by car.
May 2022
Good quirky pub. Beer excellent.
May 2022
Lovely value for money food, excellent welcome too. Very rustic, rural.
May 2022
Real olde world pub but with fantastic food….
April 2022
Great place on a Saturday night! Best fish and chips and great atmosphere. Make sure you book as it's very popular.
April 2022
A welcoming traditional pub serving good beer and food.
November 2021
Lovely old village pub. Staff friendly. Food good.
November 2021
Very welcoming pub, good food and well kept beer
October 2021
The staff were friendly and welcomed our dog. The food was delicious although the menu was limited. Great cider on tap!
October 2021
Excellent local pub - great service and friendly staff. Thanks Pigs Nose!
September 2021
GREAT PUB,FANTASTIC FOOD AND DRINKS AND NOT TOO EXPENSIVE
September 2021
Loved it. Great place, lovely people and great food Would love to come back and carry on drinking into the night
September 2021
We had an excellent lunch. The staff were delightful and SO helpful. One member of staff offered to drive us to Mill Bay so our disabled granddaughter could go to the beach, we really appreciated this act of kindness. We declined his offer but we’re so impressed by it. A big thank you to him.
September 2021
Eclectic decor serving great food. Use online booking app “Open table” to book a table for lunch/dinner (advised during peak season)
September 2021
Let down by both food quality and beer quality. We were also overcharged for all food items - which we noticed and got corrected. A real shame as it is so handy.
June 2021
Rustic pub with great beers. The service is chaotic though so be prepared for it!
June 2021
I would recommend the Gammon, egg and chips, plus the fish and chips, however other food offerings were average. The staff were friendly, but at times, the service best described as akin to Faulty Towers.
June 2021
Quirky village pub. Very friendly with good food
May 2021
My wife and I visited the Pigs Nose Inn on several occasions while staying in East Prawle. The hospitality was great with friendly polite and helpful staff doing well to maintain a good service under difficult circumstances with the current Pandemic. The food and drinks menu was comprehensive with great fish and chips and good local beers. It was nice that this old pub had maintained its character.
October 2020
A lovely, friendly place with great beer and great company.
October 2019
We loved the all the quirky objects in the bar and across the ceiling. We had a very tasty Sunday lunch and the pies were great. Had a few games of Pool in the back room one evening and we were made to feel very welcome at this local inn.
October 2019
Lovely quirky pub, extremely dog friendly.
September 2019
As always, service here is top notch and the food and drink always a delight. A superb pub with a lovely atmosphere.
September 2019
Lovely pub with delicious food
September 2019
Delightful, unfussy pub with good beer, cider and locals (notably Roy)
September 2019
Weird and smelly
June 2019
Absolutely charming. Friendly service, great food and fantastic atmosphere.
June 2019
Great family birthday lunch after a hike from lannacombe ...friendly great grub
February 2019
Brilliant pub. Very friendly with a good atmosphere. The food was good enough for our taste buds and the beers were great (a bit too moorish infact!)
November 2018
A great pub with a good selection of beers and ciders and good food served too. The atmosphere is welcoming as you walk in and you soon get into conversation with the locals and their dogs! A great place to visit!
November 2018
This is a real Locals pub however we were made welcome. It is very dog friendly. The food was simple but tasty.
October 2018
Quirky, could be much cleaner. Not too impressed with dogs climbing on furniture next to people eating food.food basic but OK.beer good.good atmosphere
September 2018
Very good local beer and terrific atmosphere with old-fashioned opening hours.
May 2018
Why oh why didn't we go there more often...only went on our last night. Such a lively, personable and vibrantly vivid place with wonderful staff and exceptional food - loved it!
May 2018
Great little pub - nice pint of Red Devon and Devon Pride!
April 2018
Lovely friendly and quirky pub. Excellent cask ales and one of the best Fish and Chip lunches ever. Would love to come back for one of their gig nights.
April 2018
Beer good, but food extremely indifferent (a Saturday lunch time). Very disappointed this time as last time we came to the area, we could have eaten there every day.
October 2017
A really fabulous, relaxed, enjoyable pub, with a great mix of locals, tourists, old and young and lots of lovely dogs. Fabulous food and a selection of games to play too. Really loved it.
September 2017
What a great pub. Friendly atmosphere, good food and local cider.
August 2017
Needs a good clean and then it could be a great pub.
May 2017
A fantastic pub - wonderful atmosphere, great food, and friendly staff
May 2017
This place is like walking into the moulin Rouge.... It's an incredible experience. You never quite know what to expect when you enter into the rabbit hole of East Prawle. However, one thing is for sure, it's all happening in the Pigs Nose. With Atomic Kitten playing last year it draws crowds from far and wide. You would never know what awaits behind the doors of the pigs nose when you drive into the sleepy little village of East Prawle. Whatever the night holds, quiet or explosive, you are sure to be entered. Recently there have been some insanely talented musicians playing at the pub. The landlady and her son gives everyone a warm welcome and makes you feel like your in your own sitting room. It is definitly worth coming the extra mile for.
April 2017
Gara Rock Restaurant
(2 miles)
(32)
In one of the most stunning locations in South Devon with panoramic sea views, you're in for a treat at the newly refurbished Gara Rock Restaurant serving breakfast, lunch, afternoon teas and dinner daily, all year round. Chef Lewis' seasonal dishes feature ingredients from local producers and his own kitchen garden. Eat al fresco on the terrace overlooking the beach or in winter watch the waves crashing from the comfort of the restaurant with its huge floor to ceiling windows.
Gara Rock, East Portlemouth TQ8 8FA (T: 01548 845945)
Staff not friendly. Breakfast only open to guests. Bar only open to guests when we were there. Information needs updating.
November 2023
We stopped for a coffee at Gara Rock hotel after getting caught in a storm! It was a great refuge for 30 minutes. And the staff are lovely. They used to do nice cream teas but don’t anymore as it has become really posh which is a bit of a shame.
October 2023
We had one of the best meals we have ever had in the Gara Rock Restaurant. Really lovely food. Very friendly and helpful staff and amazing views of the coast.
October 2023
LOVELY SETTING BUT VERY DISAPPOINTING QUALITY OF MEAL AND OVER LENGTHY TIME BETWEEN STARTERS AND MAINS.
October 2023
Excellent food, stunning views, very friendly staff
September 2023
Glorious spot to sit in the sun sipping a chilled lemonade. However in September they do not serve afternoon tea.
September 2023
we had lunch here on the thursday of our stay. this is a very stylish and luxurious hotel and the restaurant lives up to the hype. we had a window table in a glass walled dining room so everyone gets to enjoy the amazing views from here. Food was excellent, not inexpensive, but very well worth coming here for a treat.
July 2023
We have visited several times after walking the costal path and been delighted with the service and food. This time we were directed to an outside van, which was disappointing.
July 2023
Lovely location but very expensive.
July 2023
We went for a walk at Gara beach and stopped off here for a coffee to sit and admire the wonderful views. Nearly £15 for 3 drinks ( 2 coffees & a coke) We checked out the menu for dinner but decided not to book, given price and menu options didn’t appeal ( they do change menu frequently though)
April 2023
Fabulous lunch and what an amazing location!
September 2022
Disappointingly shut to outside guests for a whole week during our visit.
July 2022
Superb meal with an amazing view!
April 2022
FANTASTIC LOCATION,VERY EXPENSIVE AND SHORT STAFFED
September 2021
We stayed locally to this hotel and on 2 occasions tried to go in for a drink and to use the electric charger, which is advertised as a destination charger. The staff, on both occasions, were rude and abrupt.
August 2021
Fabulous! Visited twice, first time for lunch in the restaurant after working up an appetite after the hour’s coastal walk and then secondly for dinner and to see the sun set. A beautiful vista, excellent food and lovely staff.
July 2021
Lovely meal in a restaurant with a great view.
June 2021
Fantastic setting . Sadly restaurant wasn’t open but bacon baps and coffee available from the coffee van - lovely !
May 2021
Stunning location and good food and services.
September 2020
Fantastic service from front of restaurant manager. Food was very good
July 2020
Amazing view, a really great spot for a coffee. We had lunch here which was very pricey. The food was ok, the children’s burgers burnt and ours passable. I wouldn’t recommend it for a dinner or lunch but would go back for tea and cake.
February 2020
What a view
September 2019
We only had pasties and coffee, late morning. The pasties were good but we felt a bit pricey. The staff were mostly very pleasant.
August 2019
We had 3 very enjoyable meals here during our holiday, the food was tasty (particularly the oysters and the white chocolate pudding!) the staff were friendly and accommodating and the restaurant itself is well arranged with a lovely relaxing atmosphere. I hope it continues to do well so we can eat here again in the future.
July 2019
Went for a cream tea, lovely friendly staff who couldn't do enough. Cream tea was the best one we've had. Would highly recommend.
June 2019
Sorry for late review. We stayed here in September and had a fantastic week. The owners were very friendly and the goodies were a lovely touch. The place was immaculate, very well furnished. The bed was so comfortable. The bed linen and towels were spotless. Had a lovely time and still talking about our walks and the fabulous beaches. Do not hesitate to stay here as its an unspoilt area and the Old Cow Shed is the place to stay.
February 2019
The sunset view from here is impressive. The drinks were very pricey £12 for a GnT! The starters were unusual and the fish n chips was ok. Felt a lot to pay to be honest. Dogs welcome which suited us.
October 2018
We had the most wonderful time at the restaurant. Sitting out on the terrace on a glorious September day with the amazing views surrounding us was a stand out experience. The service was enthusiastic and friendly if slightly chaotic. Some of the food was exceptional and some a bit disappointing. But that didn’t matter because the whole experience was so good
October 2018
Still very much closed on 040518, and just a busy building site. I'd be surprised if it's open this summer.
May 2018
A must visit after a long walk. Good menu and drink selections. Amazing views. Dog friendly.
September 2017
Superb place for weekends cakes, breakfast and lunch and beautiful dinner menu through the summer and very dog friendly!
September 2017
Dinner was amazing. Pre book a table and ask for a window view of the bay. Lunch was good. Staff really lovely.
August 2017
Venus Café - East Portlemouth
(3 miles)
(16)
This branch of the local Venus chain is takeaway only but with the beach on the doorstep who needs to eat-in? Here you find quality local pasties, baguettes, ice creams, coffee and cream teas as well as buckets, spades and beach games to keep the kids entertained.
Venus Café Ferry Steps, Millbay Road, East Portlemouth TQ8 8PU (T: 01548 843558)
Now closed and unlikely to reopen
April 2024
Nice little cafe right next to where you catch the ferry to Salcombe Ideal for a coffee or a snack overlooking the bay.
October 2023
Brilliant little cafe. Both guys that served us over the week were friendly, efficient and helpful.
September 2023
Beach cafe with lovely views across the estuary towards Salcombe. Friendly and helpful staff
September 2023
Enjoyed a cuppa and cake here. Outside seating. Dog friendly. Lovely beaches nearby.
July 2023
Great service and coffee.
June 2023
Lovely lunch on a beautiful sunny Sunday lunch in mid September! A welcome drink and food after a dog swim at the beach opposite. Food was lovely, yes a little expensive, however you do pay for the location, which is worth every penny!
September 2022
Excellent service and lovely food. A lifesaver considering there are few options to eat in East Portlemouth.
July 2022
Friendly cup of tea after a walk back from the beach.
June 2022
Yummy Felafel wraps with a great view of the 'goings on' on the water below. It can get busy but we sat and ate outside so it suited me well in these weird times! Not cheap but very nice for a snack.
May 2022
Great little cafe but really expensive!
April 2022
Closed by 10th September!
September 2021
Usually love it here, this year they had closed for the season Sun 5th September!!
September 2021
Very convenient. It would be even better if they could sell a few newspapers so as to avoid making a trip to the other side.
September 2019
lovely icecreams & friendly staff, only downside was that they closed early if it was not busy
July 2018
nice paninis
December 2016
Sailor V
(3 miles)
(7)
A great place to stop for breakfast of lunch as well as coffees, teas, cakes and other treats in the centre of town.
Sailor V 36 Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JE (T: 01548 843555)
Great food and friendly service when we visited for breakfast, lovely fresh food and the best fresh pear juice ever...
August 2022
Very friendly
July 2022
Excellent breakfast. Full English of course!
October 2021
Great place for breakfast or lunch. Food freshly cooked and staff very friendly.
September 2021
Always friendly service here. Good coffee. Great menu. Just wish they did more than scramble their eggs.
February 2020
Reasonable food at reasonable (for Salcombe) prices, served reasonably efficiently by staff with a reasonable command of English. It was a shame that they messed up our order, but it was reasonably quickly rectified, with courtesy. Reasonable.
April 2017
Great coffee and cakes
December 2016
Bearland Bikes
(3 miles)
(1)
Bought about by the owner’s passion for exploring the local area on two wheels and concern for the environment, Bearland Bikes rents out top of the range e-bikes to enjoy during your holiday. Leave your car at your holiday cottage and get out and enjoy the beautiful wildlife and scenery of the South Hams along with the peace and tranquility of cycling. The team at Bearland Bikes have years of experience and can advise on routes for all abilities with further information on their website.
Click here for further information
Excellent customer service. Really helpful advice as we had never used e-bikes before. Great ideas for routes. We will definitely use them again.
June 2023
Hassle Free Hiking
(3 miles)
(1)
For those wanting to walk a stretch of the South West Coast Path, or explore the river valleys of southern Dartmoor, Hassle Free Hiking can help plan your itinerary, provide first-hand tips and walking notes, and drop you and your bags off to your start point, then pick you up at your destination to bring you back to your holiday cottage. A really useful service for non-circular walks, coupled with invaluable local knowledge.
Click here for further details
Great for walking and the views are fantastic.
July 2023
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing
(3 miles)
Salcombe is known for its unique sailing opportunities thanks to the spectacular coastline. A favourite destination amongst some of the best in the sailing community, getting out on the water is very much part of the South Devon holiday experience, and at Salcombe Dinghy Sailing, owners Zoe and Ross are a highly skilled, warm and friendly duo who make you feel safe, happy, confident and well prepared on the water whether you’re having lessons, hiring a boat, are a beginner or a practiced sailor looking to sharpen your skills. You can opt for taster sessions, bespoke private tuition, or RYA teaching courses with up to four students per instructor. Just make sure you bring warm, waterproof clothing with you – it can get nippy our there!
Salcombe Launch Co.
(4 miles)
(1)
Learn about the history and secrets of the Salcombe estuary, discover it's diverse wildlife and take in it's unquestionable beauty on a cruise with local boatman Billy 'Scratch' Hitchen. There's not much Scratch doesn't know about Salcombe and a trip with him in his classic Salcome launch 'Netbrook' will be one of the highlights of your holiday. Up to 6 people, dogs welcome. Classic launches and Salcombe Yawls also available for bare boat hire.
Cruise - call Scratch on 07966 840436 for further information.
Hire - call Matt on 07855 861383 for further information
We hired a launch for the day and the booking, service and boat were all first class
September 2023
Salcombe Fishing Adventures
(4 miles)
Salcombe Fishing Adventures offer exciting fishing trips in the Kingsbridge Estuary and out at sea. Choose from their popular mackerel-fishing trips on Woodpecker, to lure and fly-fishing up the creeks. No trip is the same and they regularly catch mackerel, gurnard, bass, pollack, wrasse, garfish, and even John Dory. Dogs and children welcome! Call Jamie on 07865 202133 or click the link below.
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Gara Rock Beach
(2 miles)
(12)
A bit tricky getting down to the beach but worth it.
September 2023
Super dog friendly beach and the children had a lovely time too, it was pretty busy but it was a bank holiday!
June 2022
VERY PEACEFULL AND NO CROWDS
September 2021
Superb location, excellent service. We were unable to book beforehand but were fortunate to be able to secure a table.
September 2021
Beautiful sandy and pebbly cove... we spent 2 gorgeous days there with our dog! Be prepared for steep climb back to Gara Rock restaurant but worth it!
July 2021
After driving an hour through Devon drizzle we were not impressed to be turned away because we weren't guests. "or you can sit outside and have coffee from the Garavan". Lesson learned: Don't go unless you're booked.
October 2020
We had a beautiful meal with stunning views at Gara Rock. The staff were friendly and attentive and the food was divine. We also had spa treatments for the group, who left feeling relaxed and radiant.
September 2020
Lovely secluded beach, dog friendly and easy to get to.
July 2020
Go there for the coastal walk. Fantastic. Stop at the hotel for a coffee, the views are stunning
September 2019
A lovely beach (although quite "weedy"), almost deserted the morning we were there, and well worth the tricky path down and the steep climb back
August 2019
My favourite beach in the country, nothing run of the mill here, lovely views
July 2019
Lovely beach. We arrived early after a steep walk down the cliff path. Had the beach initially to ourselves! Starts to get busier as the day goes on.
July 2018
Lannacombe Beach
(2 miles)
(13)
Rugged and unspoiled, Lannacombe is the beach for those looking for total escapism on their South West holiday. Small and perfect for escaping from the summer crowds, it’s one of the best places to visit to simply enjoy the Devon scenery in all its natural glory. There’s a small car park just behind the beach so do get there early in order to guarantee a space, although there is further parking a short walk away if need be. Dogs are welcome at the beach throughout the year and as it offers access to the Coast Path it’s a good idea to combine your visit with a walk to take in the views of sea and countryside, perhaps towards Start Point where there is further parking around 30-40 minutes away on foot. At low tide the beach offers gentle rock pooling so it’s a lovely spot to head to for a quiet afternoon with the family, building sandcastles and eating sandwiches if you remember to bring them. There aren’t any cafes and restaurants immediately on site, so do remember to take anything you need with you, and there aren’t any toilets in the near vicinity either, so that’s worth keeping in mind when you plan your day. If you have been on holidays in Devon and Cornwall before you will also know that you need to watch our for the tide at many of the beaches, including this one in order to avoid disappointment or getting wet, you can pick up a tide timetable at local post offices!
Lovely walk along the coast from Horizons. Beautiful sandy beach
April 2024
Lannacombe is a lovely beach! The beach is gentle and slopes nicely into the sea. We swam in October and it was beautiful. If you haven’t been there are no facilities and only parking for about 8-9 cars so get there early in peak season. It’s on the SW Coast path and we have walked from East Prawle though takes a while. Fabulous beach. Keep it to yourself!
October 2023
Best beach in the area, spent a lovely sunny day here.
September 2023
A favourite beach of us, we spent another lovely afternoon there, superb view and great for rock pooling.
April 2022
Fantastic beach! Secluded and beautiful. Windy narrow lanes to reach it but worth it. We were able to get a car space in the small car park which was great. Our dog loved it and so did we!
October 2021
Best beach in the world! Dont tell anyone or else we will never get one of the 8 parking spaces!
September 2021
Unspoilt and away from the crowds. Perfect secret
August 2021
Beautiful unspoilt beach.
July 2021
We walked here from East Prawle, it was a delightful find and we explored the beach whilst en route along the coastal path. I imagine it would be extremely busy in high season but we were the only ones there so felt very lucky to have found it.
June 2021
Lovely but inaccessible down rough extremely narrow lane with very tiny parking & limited turning , best to walk from Start Point car park
October 2020
Very limited parking (but we got lucky!). Wide, spacious but covered in dense seaweed - what's happened? It never used to be so weedy.
August 2019
Excellent secluded beach once you find it. Signs would be helpful but this would be detrimental as visitors would "flood" the small car park. Well worth visiting and walking along the stunning cliff walks
September 2018
A lovely beach where we enjoy sitting and eating our sandwiches after walking from Start Point.
May 2018
Mill Bay
(3 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
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
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
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