Key Features
- Property code: GWIND
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Garden or outside space
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Windfalls, part of an ancient farmstead located on the edge of the pretty Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary in South Devon was formally the hay barn with access from both the courtyard and the upper level. Set in six acres in a beautiful sheltered valley this ancient farmstead is now a small group of charming cottages that hug the side of a gentle slope that rambles down to the beautiful tidal creek of Goodshelter. Here you can wander through the field to the 800 ft private foreshore, row one of the dinghies provided round to South Pool to the pub (tides permitting!), barbecue by the old lime kiln on the foreshore and revel in the views of this dreamy stretch of water. The tiny hamlet of Goodshelter is just a mile from East Portlemouth, the lovely beaches of Millbay and Sunny Cove and from there, a ferry ride to the popular town of Salcombe. The cottages are alongside a courtyard shared with the owner’s home, and a converted boathouse. The grounds slope down to the Creek and provide very comfortable, well furnished and flexible accommodation. A Wayfarer sailing dinghy is available for use by the experienced as well as a couple of rowing dinghies, but entirely at guests' risk, (ask for details). Windfalls is an ideal spot. Between the two cottages and attached to Windfalls, although entirely separate, is what in family parlance has become known as The Love Shack! This little nest can be let at extra cost with either of the other cottages but not on its own. This delightful set of cottages can be a haven for couples, a great spot for families or indeed a wonderful place for a large family celebration, all in the most idyllic position. There is a shared laundry room accessed from the courtyard with chest freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing board. The gravelled courtyard in front of the cottages provides ample parking. From here a pathway leads through the orchard to the creek.
The Love Shack
Windfalls or Apple Tree Cottage can be let combined with The Love Shack at an extra cost and availability permitting.
https://www.toadhallcottages.co.uk/holiday-cottages/windfalls-and-the-love-shack/1868
“A lovely cosy cottage, wonderful trips down the river in the skiff and superb coastal walks and beaches.”
“Fantastic location, loved Mill Bay, the walks and just pottering around the garden. Our 3 year old had the time of his life. Thanks.”
Please Note: At spring high tides (which occur throughout the year) and for one hour either side of high water, it may be difficult crossing the fords on the tidal road that accesses the property. Tide Tables will be forwarded to guests with their travel directions.
Key Features
- Property code: GWIND
- Preferred changeover day: Friday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Electric vehicle charging (see description)
- Garden or outside space
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
Windfalls, part of an ancient farmstead located on the edge of the pretty Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary in South Devon was formally the hay barn with access from both the courtyard and the upper level. Set in six acres in a beautiful sheltered valley this ancient farmstead is now a small group of charming cottages that hug the side of a gentle slope that rambles down to the beautiful tidal creek of Goodshelter. Here you can wander through the field to the 800 ft private foreshore, row one of the dinghies provided round to South Pool to the pub (tides permitting!), barbecue by the old lime kiln on the foreshore and revel in the views of this dreamy stretch of water. The tiny hamlet of Goodshelter is just a mile from East Portlemouth, the lovely beaches of Millbay and Sunny Cove and from there, a ferry ride to the popular town of Salcombe. The cottages are alongside a courtyard shared with the owner’s home, and a converted boathouse. The grounds slope down to the Creek and provide very comfortable, well furnished and flexible accommodation. A Wayfarer sailing dinghy is available for use by the experienced as well as a couple of rowing dinghies, but entirely at guests' risk, (ask for details). Windfalls is an ideal spot. Between the two cottages and attached to Windfalls, although entirely separate, is what in family parlance has become known as The Love Shack! This little nest can be let at extra cost with either of the other cottages but not on its own. This delightful set of cottages can be a haven for couples, a great spot for families or indeed a wonderful place for a large family celebration, all in the most idyllic position. There is a shared laundry room accessed from the courtyard with chest freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing board. The gravelled courtyard in front of the cottages provides ample parking. From here a pathway leads through the orchard to the creek.
The Love Shack
Windfalls or Apple Tree Cottage can be let combined with The Love Shack at an extra cost and availability permitting.
https://www.toadhallcottages.co.uk/holiday-cottages/windfalls-and-the-love-shack/1868
“A lovely cosy cottage, wonderful trips down the river in the skiff and superb coastal walks and beaches.”
“Fantastic location, loved Mill Bay, the walks and just pottering around the garden. Our 3 year old had the time of his life. Thanks.”
Please Note: At spring high tides (which occur throughout the year) and for one hour either side of high water, it may be difficult crossing the fords on the tidal road that accesses the property. Tide Tables will be forwarded to guests with their travel directions.
Entrance from courtyard, open plan living/kitchen room, fully fitted kitchen, over, hob, microwave, fridge freezer, Lounge space, desk with chair, 2 x two seater sofas and armchair, TV/DVD dining table with bench seat, and dining chairs. Door into utility room, fitted units and coathooks, door into WC, with basin. Stairs to first floor, Twin bedroom, 2 x 3ft beds, Bathroom, bath with electric shower over, WC and basin. Single bedroom, 3 ft bed, Master bedroom with en suite shower room. 5 ft king size bed.
The Love Shack
Windfalls or Apple Tree Cottage can be let combined with The Love Shack at an extra cost and availability permitting.
Accommodation:
From the courtyard, door into tiled hallway with a wrought iron spiral staircase to the bedroom under a pitched ceiling with a 5ft double bed, large sofa, a desk and hanging wardrobe. The shower room is off the hallway with shower, basin and WC.
Windfalls has no garden, but a table and chairs have been put on top of the limekiln that overlooks the creek for guests’ use. It is a bit of a trek through the field some may think, but definitely worth it. The limekiln is shared with guests of Apple Tree also.
East Portlemouth is small village in a fantastic location, giving you the best of both worlds: you can enjoy the glorious golden sandy beaches and laid back atmosphere right on your doorstep, or take the short hop across on the passenger ferry to the bustling and lively town of Salcombe.
This area is a hub for sailing and water-sports enthusiasts, and we even have a holiday cottage with its own private beach and mooring if you want to bring your own boat! If you’re feeling adventurous you might enjoy kayaking or paddle-boarding down the Salcombe estuary towards the nearby town of Kingsbridge, rewarding yourself with lunch at the popular waterside Crabshell Inn, just be sure to check tide times so you don't get stranded on the mud before you get back again!
From Salcombe, pick up the well-trodden but tranquil South West Coast Path and head to Hope Cove which has two beaches, a couple of cafés and a pub. Alternatively from East Portlemouth, ramble towards Prawle Point, Devon's most southerly point, where you’ll find a Watchstation manned by volunteers and magnificent views out to sea. This is also a superb spot for birdwatching as many migratory species gather here before taking flight. If you take a diversion about a kilometre inland to East Prawle, you’ll find refreshments at the Pigs Nose Inn or the village shop and café.
As Salcombe is brimming with holidaymakers enjoying the numerous shops, cafés and restaurants, in East Portlemouth you can sit back and relax, far (well, far enough!) from the madding crowd and simply enjoy spectacular views of the water and surrounding South Devon hills.
A holiday cottage in East Portlemouth is a peaceful base for a relaxing holiday in the Salcombe area.
Ample
Electric vehicle charging point is available-this is shared with other vehicles.
- Included: Bed linen, towels, (guests must provide their own beach towels), WiFi, travel cot, high chair, basket of logs (for Apple Tree), heating (night storage) and electricity.
- Telephone: Provided, free UK calls only. Mobile reception mixed.
- Local Facilities: Beach 1 mile. Shops and pubs in Salcombe by passenger ferry 1 mile. Pub at South Pool 2 miles.
- Pets: Pet charge £30.00 per pet per week.
- Electric vehicles: Electric vehicle charging possible (See parking section for details). £30.00 charge per week.
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The Millbrook Inn
(2 miles)
(31)
In the heart of the idyllic village of South Pool, The Millbrook Inn offers high quality, honest food and a wide selection of local ales and ciders in an atmosphere that celebrates the traditional village pub. Enjoy delicious local meat, seafood and excellent Sunday roasts either inside in the cosy beamed dining areas with roaring fires, or outside in the summer sunshine overlooking the brook. One of the most popular eateries in the area so booking is highly reccommended
Millbrook Inn South Pool, Kingsbridge TQ7 2RW (T: 01548 531581)
Lovely sunday lunch. Live music downstairs but we were sat upstairs so couldn't hear it which was a shame. Staff all really nice and friendly.
October 2023
Omg what a gorgeous pub! Stunning roast dinner on the Sunday we were there. Staff greeted us with a friendly attitude and we weren’t rushed to take our table but offered a space for a drink by the stream. After lunch there was a fab duo playing on the terrace. Loved it and will be back
September 2023
Good food and beer but a little expensive. Potatoes and veg are extras.
July 2023
The best roast dinner we've had in a long time! Well worth a visit. Excellent service too!
September 2022
Brilliant restaurant and pub.
September 2022
Lovely pub in a nice location. Restaurant food was very nice, but this is not your normal “pub food” it’s high class, using local produce. The prices reflect this… it would be worth ringing up and asking when the next “high tide BBQ” is, as you don’t need to book for this and it looked very tasty !! Folks arrive on boats up the estuary and visit for a pint and a burger!
August 2022
Excellent food and service, with a great atmosphere. Only difficulty was finding somewhere to park the car
August 2022
We ate here twice during our stay in South Pool, on both occasions the food and service were excellent. The Millbrook is very dog friendly and does get busy so booking is essential.
June 2022
Very friendly village pub. The food was very good.
June 2022
This was closed for refurbishment but have used in the past and its well worth a visit
March 2022
Really friendly and excellent roast, well worth the walk from Salcombe via the ferry.
October 2021
Evening meal here was delicious .Excellent quality food and good service .
October 2021
Would give more stars but place was closed for most of the week we were there. However did manage a drink and a very tasty meal on last evening.
September 2021
Sadly we were unable to have a meal here as they were fully booked all week. I guess it must be good, but I’ll never know.
September 2021
Very disappointed had visited before and had a great experience, this time aftwr booking 4 months in advance we waited 1 hour for good and then the chicken was not cooked through. We also had another booking and they decided to close the pub and didn't even email us, inonly knew as I saw on their Facebook page. Very disappointing.
August 2021
A lovely local pub
June 2021
Very good service, super-friendly staff, excellent food even though they are only just getting going,and fab location.
June 2021
Amazing, we had dinner here, drinks and even tried the BBQ. Lovely staff and the children enjoyed playing in the stream.
August 2019
Nice place for drinks but could be difficult getting to the bar as it is so tiny inside.
August 2019
spent 3 evenings in the pub and very happy with it.....and a great band playing New Years day
January 2019
Great atmosphere, good selection of beers.comfortable & welcoming & cosy.had food which was excellent but v expensive.cheapest main was about £15.a few cheaper options would have made this pub perfect.staff very helpful & welcoming
September 2018
The Millbrook has a new bridge at the back to a grassy area with picnic tables, so great for kids. They do an outside BBQ at the front 5-9pm in the summer, also great for kids supper. A lovely old pub in an idyllic location!
September 2018
Outstanding Sunday roast EVEN IF the lamb and the beef look exactly the same, they ain't. Fabulous staff too!
May 2018
A beautiful old pub with real ales, very good food and friendly staff. Right on a stream, lovely wood fire. Lovely garden for the summer.
November 2017
Lovely pub- excellent food and very dog friendly
September 2017
Brilliant pub, friendly, fun staff, Charlie the landlord is working really hard to make this a great place for all to visit.
September 2017
Lovely friendly and helpful staff. The best meal we had on holiday. Children were made to feel very welcome and a very reasonably priced children's menu.
August 2017
My husband and I ate at Millbrook tonight, absolutely beautiful meal and great service, thank you!
May 2017
An interesting and different menu- think top end gastro pub. Lovely place to be, very friendly owners and helpful staff.
May 2017
Great pub, great atmosphere.
May 2017
The Millbrook Inn clear only wants rich adults to come and visit, its menu does not welcome children and this is a great shame.
April 2017
Venus Café - East Portlemouth
(2 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
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
Dick & Wills Brasserie
(2 miles)
(16)
A sophisticated waterside brasserie serving high quality local fish, meat and shellfish accompanied by an extensive wine list. Eat inside in the chic restaurant or outside on the large terrace which enjoys fabulous views over the estuary.
Dick and Wills Brasserie Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JG (T: 01548 843408)
Really good food with lovely views of the estuary! Very expensive
July 2023
We had a fabulous take away from Dick and Will's. Very impressed. It would have been even better though if the portions had been slightly larger!
July 2022
Lovely atmosphere and really good food with very friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful setting.
July 2022
We had several takeaways which were delicious. Highly recommend.
July 2022
Best restaurant in Salcombe Excellent food good value for money and location to die for Without doubt the most professionally run eatiery in Salcombe
June 2022
Lovely meal but no drink on presentation of Toad Hall card which needs changing on Toad Hall website
May 2022
We had lovely experiences at this very welcoming restaurant. Nothing was too much trouble for the waiting staff and the food was excellent. So much so we ate there three times! Thank you Dick and Wills. We’ll be back again during our next stay!
October 2021
I ordered 4 meals from the takeaway menu, and all were extremely poor, tasteless, and bland; The burgers were served on soggy buns, the Thai Curry was so runny it was effectively a Prawn Soup, and the fish and chips were totally unappetizing in both appearance, and taste. We also had a reservation in the Restaurant for myself and my Wife for 2 days later. I called the restaurant following our poor takeaway experience to report our disappointment, and that our restaurant booking was now in doubt; their response was a very curt "sorry to hear that, we'll cancel the reservation..." . Having read good reviews previously, I was ready to accept the takeaway was perhaps an aberration (new chef, short staff, food supply issues..?) and give them a second chance. Instead I can only comment on the (very expensive, very poor) takeaway food, and the feeling that this Restaurant has greedily bitten off more than it can chew in continuing a takeaway service when its restaurant is full, and that standards have been sacrificed in the process. Avoid the takeaway at all costs, and be circumspect about the restaurant. Andrew, Glos
September 2021
Always seems to be closed
September 2021
We enjoyed a nice meal here, but it was very expensive and not over welcoming.
August 2021
Excellent !!!!
July 2021
We had a very disappointing takeaway curry. Very expensive and the restaurant did not respond to our criticism. I could not recommend this place.
June 2021
A limited and very expensive menu, indifferent service, crowded tables and ideas above its station make this a place to avoid. Bewilderingly it’s booked out anyhow for the summer already.
June 2021
Lovely location, great food. A tad expensive for small portions.
May 2021
Lovely restaurant, warm welcome and excellent food and service. Busy during peak times, perfect in October ????, highly recommend it
November 2019
A little disappointing this year. Food wasn’t as good, and ambiance was missing in the restaurant. In good weather, it’s a super place to sit outside.
October 2018
The Ferry Inn
(2 miles)
(29)
A lively and popular waterside pub, perfect for a few drinks after a day at the beach or out on the water. Watch the boats go by from the large sunny terrace whilst enjoying a pint of local ale or something from the menu full of good pub classics.
The Ferry Inn Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JE (T: 01548 844000)
Food and service poor on the one occasion we ate here. Food took along while to arrive and when it did part of the order was wrong. The steak in the steak sandwich was undercooked and tough. Service was poor, cutlery not provided, we weren’t asked if we needed any sauces or asked if everything was ok with our food. Unfortunately that meant we didn’t eat here again during our two week stay.
September 2023
Part of the salcombe holiday ritual, amazing views of you can get a seat outside!
July 2023
Very short trip by Ferry from East Portlemouth Ferry landing £2.30 one way - Aug 2022. Access to ferry is down the steps next to Venus Cafe. Ferry Inn is as you'd expect, right by the Ferry landing - Salcombe side. Good beers and G&T with great views if you're luck enough to get a waterside table as we were.
August 2022
Very disappointed. They did not serve food and stopped serving drinks at 8pm! Absolutely crazy, a pub that doesnt serve drinks in the height of the holiday season doesn't deserve to be in business.
July 2022
Straightforward unfussy food served with a smile. Lovely views of the water.
June 2022
Lovely pub and great food but the most expensive pint ever had!
April 2022
Best view and Gin in the area. we visited every night of our stay
April 2022
Lovely pub with amazing views
November 2021
Expensive drinks and drink choice poor. Lovely food and views. But Used other pubs due to prices and quality of drinks
October 2021
Great situation but mainly closed due to lack of staff
September 2021
Nice views but very overpriced "Pub"
September 2021
We rang and tried to book but a staff member was very abrupt and told us they were only serving food from 12-4pm. Very poor for school holiday season.
August 2021
Amazing location, great you didn’t need to book a table. Lovely outside space and we recommend the prawns! Also staff very welcoming and friendly and pub has good covid safe measures in place
July 2021
We enjoyed having a nice drink on the terrace with excellent views over the water watching sailing boats but a shame we couldn’t get a meal but recognised this was due to the difficult staffing issues due to COVID. Front of house explained the situation well and we were had excellent serving staff.
June 2021
Lunch on a gloriously sunny day with amazing views. Very busy but all socially distanced and felt very safe and well organised. Get there early to get a table for lunch. Fast service. Food was ok but would go there for fantastic location
April 2021
Great local pub with a relaxed atmosphere. Food looked delicious although we just stayed for drinks (twice). very socially distanced and safe. And kids friendly
November 2020
Lovely views, very pleasant waiters and good beer x
October 2020
What a lovely place! The staff were excellent, signing for one way systems was good. Even tho all tables were full (all distanced!) service was great, and the food excellent. Would recommend.
July 2020
Loved the view and relaxing surroundings- pain when downstairs bar closed
September 2019
Love the view and the atmosphere here but I think the food this year was not up to the standard (or variety) of previous years and the prices of drinks are pretty hefty!
July 2019
Excellent food, very friendly accommodating staff
January 2019
Great food at reasonable price and very friendly bar staff
September 2018
Was our first visit to Salcombe and found the Inn by accident. What a find ! A great place to while away an hour or two on a gloriously sunny day with fab views
August 2018
Lovely friendly pub convenient for the ferry
August 2018
Poor and slow service and the food was not great. Had to wait 35 minutes for a sandwich.
July 2018
Wonderful atmosphere and views
May 2018
Really well situated with amazing views. Staff very friendly but Sunday roast was very disappointing as was food the rest of the party had. I don’t think we will return for food again just a drink because of its location.
May 2018
This is our favourite pub in Salcombe. We had a lovely Sunday roast here. Very tasty and hubby had fish and chips later in the week which he really enjoyed. The fish was a whopper. Very filling. The beer garden is a real suntrap and must have the best view in Salcombe. The staff are always very welcoming and friendly too. Our pooch loves it here as she always get a biscuit.
September 2017
Lovely view
July 2017
Bearland Bikes
(Less than a mile)
(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
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe
(2 miles)
(1)
Hiring a traditional Salcombe Yawl or launch is a fabulous way to explore the Salcombe estuary taking in the beaches and wildlife along the way. The Salcombe Yawl is an attractive 16ft dingy unique to Salcombe suitable for racing or cruising with the family, or alternatively, less experienced sailors can hire a sturdier harbour launch with inboard engine to potter from beach to beach. Both are available on a weekly basis along with everything you need to have and enjoyable yet safe time on the water. Sailing tuition in a Salcombe Yawl, or leisurely skippered sails around the harbour are also available in the safe hands of experienced local sailor Scratch Hitchen.
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe (T: 01548 561619 M: 07966 840436)
A visit to Salcombe to hire one of these beautiful boats is a must. Scratch will talk you through everything you need to know and then you are free to explore the estuary in style. we had a lovely day and made some great memories.
May 2019
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing
(2 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!
Whitestrand Boat Hire
(2 miles)
(5)
Everything in Salcombe revolves around the water, and Whitestrand Boat Hire offer a fleet of self drive boats aswell as skippered mackerel fishing trips so you can experience more of the beautiful estuary and coastline. Book a boat by the hour, day or week and the friendly staff can advise on the best beaches, wildlife spots and pubs to visit. No prior experience necessary.
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Estuary trip on Kirby boat was perfect. Lots of interesting information and history without being too much. Lovely views and close up cormorants.
August 2022
Brilliant company - hired a boat for the hour. The owner and his mother were really helpful and couldnt have been more helpful.
April 2022
Very friendly and informative staff. Would definitely use their services again
October 2021
Helpful staff, great time on the water.
September 2021
A visit to Salcombe wouldn't be complete without some time on the water and Whitestrand have the perfect selection of boats to suit those looking for a few hours or a day on the water; whether you're first timers or experienced. We have been booking with them for a few years and always enjoy our day beach hopping or even pub crawling! It's a novel idea using the boat to get to The Crabshell Inn or The Millbrook Inn. Some understanding of tides is useful. Life jackets provided and children & dogs are welcome aboard.
April 2021
Salcombe Fishing Adventures
(2 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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Mill Bay
(2 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
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
Sunny Cove
(2 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
(3 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
Lannacombe Beach
(3 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
October 2023
Yes we loved it here. An amazing spot.
September 2023
Loved the stay. Very comfy and clean cottage.
July 2023
Another wonderful stay at Windfalls, amazing spot to stay very relaxing
July 2023
The sofas could do with a deep clean.
October 2022
Yes, the lime kiln was fab for an afternoon sitting in the sun.
October 2022
We had a fabulous time. We wanted to relax and unwind, which is just what we did! The welcome pack was a nice touch, thank you.
August 2022
We had such a lovely holiday at Windfalls. The use of the boats and closeness to the estuary was just amazing. Very comfortable cottage. The roads are really narrow but that encouraged us to walk! And not windfalls fault!
July 2022
had a lovely stay in windfalls, this was our 3rd stay, the refurbishments are excellent & makes the cottage much better, will definitely be back
June 2022
Yes would have been nice to have nearby footpaths but you can't change that
Thank you for your feedback, there are many nearby footpaths and bridleways, along with being able to meander along the foreshore to Waterhead to join a challenging but scenic byway over to South Pool, we are hope to see you return and will be happy to advise where you can find these-all within a few minutes walk of the properties at Goodshelter.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
This property was much better than expected. The pictures and narrative just don’t seem to do it justice.
March 2022
This was a lovely warm comfortable cottage with everything we needed. The kitchen things I mentioned were added because they were mentioned by a few people in the visitors book!
March 2022
Our stay was somewhat tainted by the weather but it was February and we made the most of the sunny spells.
August 2021
The WiFi in Windfalls is exceptionally slow - I imagine the router is in another cottage. Not good.
Thank you for your feedback, the owner has tried to improve the Wifi but due to the beautiful location and the thick walls. Typically Wifi in the area is 2-6 MBPS.
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2021
Great location and we all had a lovely holiday. We’d definitely book with you again.
April 2021
We enjoyed it very much the peace and tranquillity was wonderful especially when the builders were not in the adjacent properties! We just hope that there is not going to be too much more development of this lovely part of the world.
Thank you for your feedback, The Boathouse as you will have seen is the only development of this beautiful area, and all work has been to preserve and improve. We hope to see you again so you can enjoy Goodshelter as much as the owner and Toad Hall would hope you too.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2020
Thank-you for a great stay in a lovely cottage and a fantastic location. We had many pleasant evenings down at the lime kiln and some good BBQs there too. We couldn’t make good use of the boats as didn’t have life jackets but would definitely bring next time. There was great access to the coastal path and the beaches at East Portlemouth. Also negotiating the tides was interesting! We had a great holiday and hope to return. Thank-you.
October 2018
Yes we loved the location and the cottage was nice despite the above things. It could be even nicer though with heating in the bedroom and better equipped, modern utensils etc
September 2018
Despite the minor gripes above, we really enjoyed our stay at Windfalls. We thought the accommodation was delightful and appreciated being able to wander around the grounds and enjoy the idyllic situation.
August 2018
Fantastic location on the estuary. Lovely area of Devon, apart from narrow lanes!
June 2018
A lovely location, so peaceful, wonderful scenery and loads of wildlife. In the kitchen it could do with a baking tray for the oven (I couldn’t find one!) A very enjoyable stay, and hopefully will be back to stay again.
March 2018
We really did enjoy our stay. Its a lovely, well equipped cottage. The foreshore & lime kiln area were great & our dog loved it. As a couple, we were divided; I loved the isolation, my husband found it a little oppressive, probably not helped by the snow. In summer, I can imagine it being idyllic. The bird life on the water was amazing. Thanks for seeing to the broken gate so promptly and the cream tea on arrival. The brownies from the bakery at Frogmore are fabulous!
October 2017
See above.. please pick out what you need.
March 2017
This was our 13th stay at Windfalls and despite indifferent weather conditions we enjoyed our stay as much as always. We noticed some improvements including the freshly painted walls. We particularly appreciated the new shower and replacement oven. The large freezer in the outhouse is invaluable because it means we can bring our own frozen meals with us so we don’t have to worry about shopping. Fortunately we do indeed bring everything bar the kitchen sink with us so we were not caught out by the lack of a ‘welcome’ hamper, something which has always been provided in the past. Each time we visit we seems to be challenged by the recycling system and never seem to have a complete supply of the requisite coloured disposal sacks/bags. One of the reasons we keep returning, apart from the sheer beauty and tranquility of the place, is because of the boathouse and slipway which makes kayaking so easy and enjoyable. It’s especially useful to be able to hose the craft down at the end of our visit, too. So we will definitely be back next year!
We are very sorry that the welcome hamper was not in place as normal. We have been in touch with the team regarding this and hope that you will be happy with your welcome hamper when you visit again. We hope to see you back at Goodwinds soon and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay overall. Thank you for your comments The Toad Hall Team.
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2023
Yes we loved it here. An amazing spot.
September 2023
Loved the stay. Very comfy and clean cottage.
July 2023
Another wonderful stay at Windfalls, amazing spot to stay very relaxing
July 2023
The sofas could do with a deep clean.
October 2022
Yes, the lime kiln was fab for an afternoon sitting in the sun.
October 2022
We had a fabulous time. We wanted to relax and unwind, which is just what we did! The welcome pack was a nice touch, thank you.
August 2022
We had such a lovely holiday at Windfalls. The use of the boats and closeness to the estuary was just amazing. Very comfortable cottage. The roads are really narrow but that encouraged us to walk! And not windfalls fault!
July 2022
had a lovely stay in windfalls, this was our 3rd stay, the refurbishments are excellent & makes the cottage much better, will definitely be back
June 2022
Yes would have been nice to have nearby footpaths but you can't change that
Thank you for your feedback, there are many nearby footpaths and bridleways, along with being able to meander along the foreshore to Waterhead to join a challenging but scenic byway over to South Pool, we are hope to see you return and will be happy to advise where you can find these-all within a few minutes walk of the properties at Goodshelter.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2022
This property was much better than expected. The pictures and narrative just don’t seem to do it justice.
March 2022
This was a lovely warm comfortable cottage with everything we needed. The kitchen things I mentioned were added because they were mentioned by a few people in the visitors book!
March 2022
Our stay was somewhat tainted by the weather but it was February and we made the most of the sunny spells.
August 2021
The WiFi in Windfalls is exceptionally slow - I imagine the router is in another cottage. Not good.
Thank you for your feedback, the owner has tried to improve the Wifi but due to the beautiful location and the thick walls. Typically Wifi in the area is 2-6 MBPS.
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2021
Great location and we all had a lovely holiday. We’d definitely book with you again.
April 2021
We enjoyed it very much the peace and tranquillity was wonderful especially when the builders were not in the adjacent properties! We just hope that there is not going to be too much more development of this lovely part of the world.
Thank you for your feedback, The Boathouse as you will have seen is the only development of this beautiful area, and all work has been to preserve and improve. We hope to see you again so you can enjoy Goodshelter as much as the owner and Toad Hall would hope you too.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2020
Thank-you for a great stay in a lovely cottage and a fantastic location. We had many pleasant evenings down at the lime kiln and some good BBQs there too. We couldn’t make good use of the boats as didn’t have life jackets but would definitely bring next time. There was great access to the coastal path and the beaches at East Portlemouth. Also negotiating the tides was interesting! We had a great holiday and hope to return. Thank-you.
October 2018
Yes we loved the location and the cottage was nice despite the above things. It could be even nicer though with heating in the bedroom and better equipped, modern utensils etc
September 2018
Despite the minor gripes above, we really enjoyed our stay at Windfalls. We thought the accommodation was delightful and appreciated being able to wander around the grounds and enjoy the idyllic situation.
August 2018
Fantastic location on the estuary. Lovely area of Devon, apart from narrow lanes!
June 2018
A lovely location, so peaceful, wonderful scenery and loads of wildlife. In the kitchen it could do with a baking tray for the oven (I couldn’t find one!) A very enjoyable stay, and hopefully will be back to stay again.
March 2018
We really did enjoy our stay. Its a lovely, well equipped cottage. The foreshore & lime kiln area were great & our dog loved it. As a couple, we were divided; I loved the isolation, my husband found it a little oppressive, probably not helped by the snow. In summer, I can imagine it being idyllic. The bird life on the water was amazing. Thanks for seeing to the broken gate so promptly and the cream tea on arrival. The brownies from the bakery at Frogmore are fabulous!
October 2017
See above.. please pick out what you need.
March 2017
This was our 13th stay at Windfalls and despite indifferent weather conditions we enjoyed our stay as much as always. We noticed some improvements including the freshly painted walls. We particularly appreciated the new shower and replacement oven. The large freezer in the outhouse is invaluable because it means we can bring our own frozen meals with us so we don’t have to worry about shopping. Fortunately we do indeed bring everything bar the kitchen sink with us so we were not caught out by the lack of a ‘welcome’ hamper, something which has always been provided in the past. Each time we visit we seems to be challenged by the recycling system and never seem to have a complete supply of the requisite coloured disposal sacks/bags. One of the reasons we keep returning, apart from the sheer beauty and tranquility of the place, is because of the boathouse and slipway which makes kayaking so easy and enjoyable. It’s especially useful to be able to hose the craft down at the end of our visit, too. So we will definitely be back next year!
We are very sorry that the welcome hamper was not in place as normal. We have been in touch with the team regarding this and hope that you will be happy with your welcome hamper when you visit again. We hope to see you back at Goodwinds soon and I'm glad you enjoyed your stay overall. Thank you for your comments The Toad Hall Team.
- The Toad Hall Team
The Millbrook Inn
(2 miles)
(31)
In the heart of the idyllic village of South Pool, The Millbrook Inn offers high quality, honest food and a wide selection of local ales and ciders in an atmosphere that celebrates the traditional village pub. Enjoy delicious local meat, seafood and excellent Sunday roasts either inside in the cosy beamed dining areas with roaring fires, or outside in the summer sunshine overlooking the brook. One of the most popular eateries in the area so booking is highly reccommended
Millbrook Inn South Pool, Kingsbridge TQ7 2RW (T: 01548 531581)
Lovely sunday lunch. Live music downstairs but we were sat upstairs so couldn't hear it which was a shame. Staff all really nice and friendly.
October 2023
Omg what a gorgeous pub! Stunning roast dinner on the Sunday we were there. Staff greeted us with a friendly attitude and we weren’t rushed to take our table but offered a space for a drink by the stream. After lunch there was a fab duo playing on the terrace. Loved it and will be back
September 2023
Good food and beer but a little expensive. Potatoes and veg are extras.
July 2023
The best roast dinner we've had in a long time! Well worth a visit. Excellent service too!
September 2022
Brilliant restaurant and pub.
September 2022
Lovely pub in a nice location. Restaurant food was very nice, but this is not your normal “pub food” it’s high class, using local produce. The prices reflect this… it would be worth ringing up and asking when the next “high tide BBQ” is, as you don’t need to book for this and it looked very tasty !! Folks arrive on boats up the estuary and visit for a pint and a burger!
August 2022
Excellent food and service, with a great atmosphere. Only difficulty was finding somewhere to park the car
August 2022
We ate here twice during our stay in South Pool, on both occasions the food and service were excellent. The Millbrook is very dog friendly and does get busy so booking is essential.
June 2022
Very friendly village pub. The food was very good.
June 2022
This was closed for refurbishment but have used in the past and its well worth a visit
March 2022
Really friendly and excellent roast, well worth the walk from Salcombe via the ferry.
October 2021
Evening meal here was delicious .Excellent quality food and good service .
October 2021
Would give more stars but place was closed for most of the week we were there. However did manage a drink and a very tasty meal on last evening.
September 2021
Sadly we were unable to have a meal here as they were fully booked all week. I guess it must be good, but I’ll never know.
September 2021
Very disappointed had visited before and had a great experience, this time aftwr booking 4 months in advance we waited 1 hour for good and then the chicken was not cooked through. We also had another booking and they decided to close the pub and didn't even email us, inonly knew as I saw on their Facebook page. Very disappointing.
August 2021
A lovely local pub
June 2021
Very good service, super-friendly staff, excellent food even though they are only just getting going,and fab location.
June 2021
Amazing, we had dinner here, drinks and even tried the BBQ. Lovely staff and the children enjoyed playing in the stream.
August 2019
Nice place for drinks but could be difficult getting to the bar as it is so tiny inside.
August 2019
spent 3 evenings in the pub and very happy with it.....and a great band playing New Years day
January 2019
Great atmosphere, good selection of beers.comfortable & welcoming & cosy.had food which was excellent but v expensive.cheapest main was about £15.a few cheaper options would have made this pub perfect.staff very helpful & welcoming
September 2018
The Millbrook has a new bridge at the back to a grassy area with picnic tables, so great for kids. They do an outside BBQ at the front 5-9pm in the summer, also great for kids supper. A lovely old pub in an idyllic location!
September 2018
Outstanding Sunday roast EVEN IF the lamb and the beef look exactly the same, they ain't. Fabulous staff too!
May 2018
A beautiful old pub with real ales, very good food and friendly staff. Right on a stream, lovely wood fire. Lovely garden for the summer.
November 2017
Lovely pub- excellent food and very dog friendly
September 2017
Brilliant pub, friendly, fun staff, Charlie the landlord is working really hard to make this a great place for all to visit.
September 2017
Lovely friendly and helpful staff. The best meal we had on holiday. Children were made to feel very welcome and a very reasonably priced children's menu.
August 2017
My husband and I ate at Millbrook tonight, absolutely beautiful meal and great service, thank you!
May 2017
An interesting and different menu- think top end gastro pub. Lovely place to be, very friendly owners and helpful staff.
May 2017
Great pub, great atmosphere.
May 2017
The Millbrook Inn clear only wants rich adults to come and visit, its menu does not welcome children and this is a great shame.
April 2017
Venus Café - East Portlemouth
(2 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
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
Dick & Wills Brasserie
(2 miles)
(16)
A sophisticated waterside brasserie serving high quality local fish, meat and shellfish accompanied by an extensive wine list. Eat inside in the chic restaurant or outside on the large terrace which enjoys fabulous views over the estuary.
Dick and Wills Brasserie Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JG (T: 01548 843408)
Really good food with lovely views of the estuary! Very expensive
July 2023
We had a fabulous take away from Dick and Will's. Very impressed. It would have been even better though if the portions had been slightly larger!
July 2022
Lovely atmosphere and really good food with very friendly, helpful staff. Beautiful setting.
July 2022
We had several takeaways which were delicious. Highly recommend.
July 2022
Best restaurant in Salcombe Excellent food good value for money and location to die for Without doubt the most professionally run eatiery in Salcombe
June 2022
Lovely meal but no drink on presentation of Toad Hall card which needs changing on Toad Hall website
May 2022
We had lovely experiences at this very welcoming restaurant. Nothing was too much trouble for the waiting staff and the food was excellent. So much so we ate there three times! Thank you Dick and Wills. We’ll be back again during our next stay!
October 2021
I ordered 4 meals from the takeaway menu, and all were extremely poor, tasteless, and bland; The burgers were served on soggy buns, the Thai Curry was so runny it was effectively a Prawn Soup, and the fish and chips were totally unappetizing in both appearance, and taste. We also had a reservation in the Restaurant for myself and my Wife for 2 days later. I called the restaurant following our poor takeaway experience to report our disappointment, and that our restaurant booking was now in doubt; their response was a very curt "sorry to hear that, we'll cancel the reservation..." . Having read good reviews previously, I was ready to accept the takeaway was perhaps an aberration (new chef, short staff, food supply issues..?) and give them a second chance. Instead I can only comment on the (very expensive, very poor) takeaway food, and the feeling that this Restaurant has greedily bitten off more than it can chew in continuing a takeaway service when its restaurant is full, and that standards have been sacrificed in the process. Avoid the takeaway at all costs, and be circumspect about the restaurant. Andrew, Glos
September 2021
Always seems to be closed
September 2021
We enjoyed a nice meal here, but it was very expensive and not over welcoming.
August 2021
Excellent !!!!
July 2021
We had a very disappointing takeaway curry. Very expensive and the restaurant did not respond to our criticism. I could not recommend this place.
June 2021
A limited and very expensive menu, indifferent service, crowded tables and ideas above its station make this a place to avoid. Bewilderingly it’s booked out anyhow for the summer already.
June 2021
Lovely location, great food. A tad expensive for small portions.
May 2021
Lovely restaurant, warm welcome and excellent food and service. Busy during peak times, perfect in October ????, highly recommend it
November 2019
A little disappointing this year. Food wasn’t as good, and ambiance was missing in the restaurant. In good weather, it’s a super place to sit outside.
October 2018
The Ferry Inn
(2 miles)
(29)
A lively and popular waterside pub, perfect for a few drinks after a day at the beach or out on the water. Watch the boats go by from the large sunny terrace whilst enjoying a pint of local ale or something from the menu full of good pub classics.
The Ferry Inn Fore Street, Salcombe TQ8 8JE (T: 01548 844000)
Food and service poor on the one occasion we ate here. Food took along while to arrive and when it did part of the order was wrong. The steak in the steak sandwich was undercooked and tough. Service was poor, cutlery not provided, we weren’t asked if we needed any sauces or asked if everything was ok with our food. Unfortunately that meant we didn’t eat here again during our two week stay.
September 2023
Part of the salcombe holiday ritual, amazing views of you can get a seat outside!
July 2023
Very short trip by Ferry from East Portlemouth Ferry landing £2.30 one way - Aug 2022. Access to ferry is down the steps next to Venus Cafe. Ferry Inn is as you'd expect, right by the Ferry landing - Salcombe side. Good beers and G&T with great views if you're luck enough to get a waterside table as we were.
August 2022
Very disappointed. They did not serve food and stopped serving drinks at 8pm! Absolutely crazy, a pub that doesnt serve drinks in the height of the holiday season doesn't deserve to be in business.
July 2022
Straightforward unfussy food served with a smile. Lovely views of the water.
June 2022
Lovely pub and great food but the most expensive pint ever had!
April 2022
Best view and Gin in the area. we visited every night of our stay
April 2022
Lovely pub with amazing views
November 2021
Expensive drinks and drink choice poor. Lovely food and views. But Used other pubs due to prices and quality of drinks
October 2021
Great situation but mainly closed due to lack of staff
September 2021
Nice views but very overpriced "Pub"
September 2021
We rang and tried to book but a staff member was very abrupt and told us they were only serving food from 12-4pm. Very poor for school holiday season.
August 2021
Amazing location, great you didn’t need to book a table. Lovely outside space and we recommend the prawns! Also staff very welcoming and friendly and pub has good covid safe measures in place
July 2021
We enjoyed having a nice drink on the terrace with excellent views over the water watching sailing boats but a shame we couldn’t get a meal but recognised this was due to the difficult staffing issues due to COVID. Front of house explained the situation well and we were had excellent serving staff.
June 2021
Lunch on a gloriously sunny day with amazing views. Very busy but all socially distanced and felt very safe and well organised. Get there early to get a table for lunch. Fast service. Food was ok but would go there for fantastic location
April 2021
Great local pub with a relaxed atmosphere. Food looked delicious although we just stayed for drinks (twice). very socially distanced and safe. And kids friendly
November 2020
Lovely views, very pleasant waiters and good beer x
October 2020
What a lovely place! The staff were excellent, signing for one way systems was good. Even tho all tables were full (all distanced!) service was great, and the food excellent. Would recommend.
July 2020
Loved the view and relaxing surroundings- pain when downstairs bar closed
September 2019
Love the view and the atmosphere here but I think the food this year was not up to the standard (or variety) of previous years and the prices of drinks are pretty hefty!
July 2019
Excellent food, very friendly accommodating staff
January 2019
Great food at reasonable price and very friendly bar staff
September 2018
Was our first visit to Salcombe and found the Inn by accident. What a find ! A great place to while away an hour or two on a gloriously sunny day with fab views
August 2018
Lovely friendly pub convenient for the ferry
August 2018
Poor and slow service and the food was not great. Had to wait 35 minutes for a sandwich.
July 2018
Wonderful atmosphere and views
May 2018
Really well situated with amazing views. Staff very friendly but Sunday roast was very disappointing as was food the rest of the party had. I don’t think we will return for food again just a drink because of its location.
May 2018
This is our favourite pub in Salcombe. We had a lovely Sunday roast here. Very tasty and hubby had fish and chips later in the week which he really enjoyed. The fish was a whopper. Very filling. The beer garden is a real suntrap and must have the best view in Salcombe. The staff are always very welcoming and friendly too. Our pooch loves it here as she always get a biscuit.
September 2017
Lovely view
July 2017
Bearland Bikes
(Less than a mile)
(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.
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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
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe
(2 miles)
(1)
Hiring a traditional Salcombe Yawl or launch is a fabulous way to explore the Salcombe estuary taking in the beaches and wildlife along the way. The Salcombe Yawl is an attractive 16ft dingy unique to Salcombe suitable for racing or cruising with the family, or alternatively, less experienced sailors can hire a sturdier harbour launch with inboard engine to potter from beach to beach. Both are available on a weekly basis along with everything you need to have and enjoyable yet safe time on the water. Sailing tuition in a Salcombe Yawl, or leisurely skippered sails around the harbour are also available in the safe hands of experienced local sailor Scratch Hitchen.
Yawl & Launch Hire Salcombe (T: 01548 561619 M: 07966 840436)
A visit to Salcombe to hire one of these beautiful boats is a must. Scratch will talk you through everything you need to know and then you are free to explore the estuary in style. we had a lovely day and made some great memories.
May 2019
Salcombe Dinghy Sailing
(2 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!
Whitestrand Boat Hire
(2 miles)
(5)
Everything in Salcombe revolves around the water, and Whitestrand Boat Hire offer a fleet of self drive boats aswell as skippered mackerel fishing trips so you can experience more of the beautiful estuary and coastline. Book a boat by the hour, day or week and the friendly staff can advise on the best beaches, wildlife spots and pubs to visit. No prior experience necessary.
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Estuary trip on Kirby boat was perfect. Lots of interesting information and history without being too much. Lovely views and close up cormorants.
August 2022
Brilliant company - hired a boat for the hour. The owner and his mother were really helpful and couldnt have been more helpful.
April 2022
Very friendly and informative staff. Would definitely use their services again
October 2021
Helpful staff, great time on the water.
September 2021
A visit to Salcombe wouldn't be complete without some time on the water and Whitestrand have the perfect selection of boats to suit those looking for a few hours or a day on the water; whether you're first timers or experienced. We have been booking with them for a few years and always enjoy our day beach hopping or even pub crawling! It's a novel idea using the boat to get to The Crabshell Inn or The Millbrook Inn. Some understanding of tides is useful. Life jackets provided and children & dogs are welcome aboard.
April 2021
Salcombe Fishing Adventures
(2 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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Mill Bay
(2 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
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
Sunny Cove
(2 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
(3 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
Lannacombe Beach
(3 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
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