Key Features
- Property code: 4CRAB
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
4 Crabshell Quay is a spacious first floor apartment within an exclusive development of quayside apartments which boasts a light and airy open-plan living space complete with Juliet balcony, overlooking the ever-changing tidal estuary - the perfect spot for watching the boats and the abundance of wildlife. There is a beautiful master bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows which enjoys the same stunning views, and it also has the convenience of an ensuite shower room. There is also a twin room, a single with additional trundle bed and a family bathroom.
A short level stroll along the adjoining waterside path brings you to the town centre with its excellent range of shops, good pubs and some excellent restaurants. Many of the stunning South Hams beaches including Bantham, South Milton Sands and Salcombe, are also just a short 15 minute drive away.
For guests wishing to stay nearby to other guests but retain their privacy, this property can be booked together with 6 Crabshell Quay and/or 11 Crabshell Quay (subject to availability of course) as they are located in the same development;
Please note that this property can sleep a maximum of 5 adults.
Key Features
- Property code: 4CRAB
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 10am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Near beach
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Short breaks available
- Tumble dryer
- Washing machine
- Waterside
- WiFi
Description
4 Crabshell Quay is a spacious first floor apartment within an exclusive development of quayside apartments which boasts a light and airy open-plan living space complete with Juliet balcony, overlooking the ever-changing tidal estuary - the perfect spot for watching the boats and the abundance of wildlife. There is a beautiful master bedroom with floor-to-ceiling windows which enjoys the same stunning views, and it also has the convenience of an ensuite shower room. There is also a twin room, a single with additional trundle bed and a family bathroom.
A short level stroll along the adjoining waterside path brings you to the town centre with its excellent range of shops, good pubs and some excellent restaurants. Many of the stunning South Hams beaches including Bantham, South Milton Sands and Salcombe, are also just a short 15 minute drive away.
For guests wishing to stay nearby to other guests but retain their privacy, this property can be booked together with 6 Crabshell Quay and/or 11 Crabshell Quay (subject to availability of course) as they are located in the same development;
Please note that this property can sleep a maximum of 5 adults.
Stairs from lobby lead up to the first floor and entrance to No.4
Spacious hall with doors leading to all rooms. Cupboard housing boiler and space to hang coats. Utility cupboard housing washer dryer.
Open plan living room with windows and patio doors (with safety glass forming a Juliet balcony) almost the length of the room taking full advantage of the sunshine and beautiful views.
Lounge area with 2 large sofas, Smart TV. Dining area with table and 8 chairs.
Kitchen with electric oven, ceramic hob with cooker hood over, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, 4 slice toaster, kettle and coffee machine (a small initial supply of pods provided).
Master bedroom with 5ft king size bed, built-in mirrored cupboards, floor to ceiling windows and wonderful views. Ensuite shower room with power shower, corner basin, WC and heated towel rail.
Bedroom 2 with 3ft twin beds and built in mirrored cupboards.
Bedroom 3 with single 2ft 6in bed and pull out trundle bed (only suitable for a child), and wardrobe.
Family bathroom with bath with shower over, basin, WC and heated towel rail.
No outside space however there is a Juliet balcony in the lounge overlooking the water. There are public parks within a short walk.
Security gates at entrance operated by remote control/keypad code.
The lively market town of Kingsbridge sits in a picturesque position in the heart of the South Hams Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and also at the head of the stunning Kingsbridge/Salcombe Estuary. The waterside town is surrounded by green rolling landscape, and is popular amongst walkers and watersports enthusiasts alike, with paddle boarders and kayakers being a common sighting on the town's waters, as well as sailing dinghies and motor boats.
Beach lovers will be spoilt for choice with so many excellent beaches within an easy drive of the town, including Hope Cove, Bantham, Bigbury-on-Sea, Slapton Sands, Blackpool Sands, Beesands, Mill Bay and the beaches at Salcombe's North and South Sands - to name just a few!
With a range of restaurants and pubs as well as a good selection of shops and two supermarkets, Kingsbridge has plenty to offer visitors. For a beautiful day out, take a cruise on the seasonal Rivermaid ferry up the estuary to Salcombe to spend a day on one of Salcombe’s stunning beaches, or pottering around the sailing mecca's shops, cafés and restaurants.
For all-weather family fun, head to Woodlands Theme Park with its massive indoor soft play areas and rides, or check the pool and sports timetables at the Quayside Leisure Centre. Kingsbridge is also home to Kings Cinema, (formerly known as the Reel Cinema) a three-screen cinema, perfect for catching new releases as well as some older classics and indie films.
Throughout the summer months, the town hosts various events and markets that make for a pleasant day out for all the family. The annual fair week provides daily fun activities whilst the popular Food and Music Festival is a wonderful celebration of local talent and produce, with some big names thrown in.
A holiday cottage in Kingsbridge offers a relaxed get-away in beautiful surroundings whilst being perfectly placed with a fantastic selection of places to eat and drink on your doorstep.
Security entrance gates leading to undercover car park with designated parking space for one car (height of covered area at lowest point 2.28m),
Additional on street parking only 170m away on Highfield Drive or alternatively at the Quay public car park (approx 600m level walk away).
There are no EV charging facilities at this property however there are charge points in the Quay car park mentioned above and further charge points within the town.
- Included: Bed linen and towels (guests must provide their own beach towels), electricity, water and central heating (mains gas).
- Telephone: No landline telephone available however mobile reception is good.
- Wi-Fi: Available free of charge.
- Pets: Sorry, no pets allowed.
- EV charging: There are no EV charging facilities at this property, however there are several chargeable points within the town, the closest of which are in The Quay public car park just 600m away.
The Crabshell Inn
(Less than a mile)
(83)
This is a great spot to enjoy a meal or drink of two if you’re in the area, with plenty of outdoor seating taking full advantage of the glorious views over the estuary. The acclaimed menu is made up of gourmet pizzas, burgers, seafood and lots more including kids options; and the bar has a great atmosphere in the evenings with live music most Fridays.
The Crabshell Inn The Quay, Embankment Road, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JZ (T: 01548 852345)
Superb location, good food. New layout, after a refurb in Dec 23 and bought out by St Austell Brewery, very nice loads more tables and space. Recommend.
January 2024
Stunning location, excellent food, fantastic atmosphere.
September 2023
Fabulous food, great service and a beautiful view
September 2023
Disappointed. Not like how it was in 80s & 90s. Expensive.
September 2023
We love to pop in to the Crabshell in the early evening for a beer and to watch the estuary flowing in and out. We had a delicious pizza too.
July 2023
Popular attraction. Pricey but good food. Very busy on BH weekend in May and had run out of food (except pizza) when we visited. Staff friendly.
June 2023
Very friendly staff. However, over-priced
May 2023
Very lively and friendly pub and only 5 minutes walk away from The Moorings.
April 2023
Wonderful seafood platter, which was absolutely delicious. Don't be put off by the parking, it's worth the challenge!
September 2022
Good position for estuary .car park tight for larger vehicles. Had lunch a little pricey . Food good sauces stingy . Suppose paying for the view and position.
September 2022
Lovely
August 2022
Fabulous!! wonderful location, great food and good service.
August 2022
Fantastic place to eat with a great menu and very good quality food and a good selection of local drinks etc. The restaurant is in a prime location as it sits quayside so the views are fantastic and its a great place to site and relax and take in the stunning views all whist eating great food or just having a drink. The only downside is the lack of parking and the parking that is available is very tight and not easily accessible.
August 2022
Expensive
July 2022
Visited once on a Friday evening.Food and service were great.Very busy and crowded.Music from DJ far too loud and some clientele left a lot to be desired,left with food packed to go.
July 2022
The Crabshell was very convenient for us, and we enjoyed a couple of drinks there as the sun was setting
July 2022
NOT AS GOOD AS IT WAS IN THE ALTE 80`S EARLY 90`S. HAS LOST ALL ITS CHARM & CHARACTER. GOURMET CUISEINE ISNT EVERYONES CUP OF TEA AND WAS ON THE EXPENSIVE SIDE
July 2022
L9vely lication excellent service and good food.
June 2022
Lost its Character from the 80's. Not everyone likes their type of menu and plain fpod should be available too. Don't know their Whiskies from their Brandies. Expensive
June 2022
Too posh food. Nothing for those who like simple food. Don't know theirWhiskies from their Brandys. Lost its character from how it was in the 80's
June 2022
Veery expensive. Lost its character. Menu not for everyone , lacks simple meals for those who don't like "posh" food . Asked what Brandy they had and reply was " Jim Beam, Famous Grouse, Jack Daniels" ?
June 2022
Beautiful surroundings. Charming, helpful staff and superb food. Sadly parking is a real issue though. There are probably pay and displays nearby but we had a toddler and a disabled diner. A couple of excellent gins soon sorted it out though!!!!
June 2022
Food was very good. Service was quick and friendly. On some evenings the music was too loud.
June 2022
Nice place in a lovely location to have a drink and something to eat.
June 2022
Fabulous restaurant with challenging tiny car park. Take a small vehicle or walk but worth it!
June 2022
Great seafood and service
June 2022
Food is good,but could be better and is overpriced. Most staff friendly but there are a few who need to smile a bit more. Bar staff were great
June 2022
Excellent fish & chips, first time we've been able to get a table now it's first come first served
June 2022
We have visited the venue many times, never disappoints. Great location, good selection of dishes to cover most peoples dietary requirements. One of our favourite places.
May 2022
Great place to eat and relax
May 2022
Disappointed that the balcony was not open to customers ( staff only! ) We have always enjoyed sitting in the sun up there.Drinks quite costly.
May 2022
We loved the staff great atmosphere.. chicken wings and pizza a must
November 2021
Food and service excellent. Would be happy to eat here any time.
November 2021
Lovely seafood platter, enjoyed al fresco.
November 2021
Lovely location for a sundowner at the end of a day overlooking the water. Equally good for dinner - lovely food with friendly staff.
October 2021
afraid that this place has now had its day - menu choice so poor we did not eat and needs a very good clean - we always ate here when in Devon - sorry now off the list
October 2021
Beautiful location overlooking the harbour .Food very good quality .
October 2021
Went at lunchtime had excellent food. Unfortunately was booked up on the evenings we wanted to go but that shows how good it is here
September 2021
Excellent pub with very good food
September 2021
If you visit Kingsbridge the Crabshell is a must!! Delicious food, friendly staff and amazing views!!
September 2021
Excellent meal in lovely waterside location.
September 2021
Great food and atmosphere
August 2021
We visited the Crabshell one lunchtime during our weeks holiday and found the service very good and the food we had was good. Having read about their infamous pizzas we decided to have them as takeaways one night. Unfortunately we were not that impressed and thought they were overpriced.
August 2021
Need to book well in advance. Couldn’t get a table 3 weeks in advance but had takeaway pizza. These were of a good standard.
July 2021
Although very busy and unable to pre book tables, we timed our daily visits perfectly (mostly with the tides) and managed to get a table. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, food was amazing too.
July 2021
Unfortunately it was closed when we were there.
July 2021
great for coffees and snacks and paddle boarding facility, but some of the serving staff were very grumpy!!
June 2021
Great place to eat in a great location. Nicola on front of house did a great job trying to find tables for people. Staff were friendly as well.
June 2021
Really lovely food and great prices. The kids loved the pizzas in particular
November 2020
Great location, great service and the freshest fish and chips ever.
October 2020
Location is the primary reason why people visit, as on a sunny day its wonderful to sit outside. The food is good but not great, and slightly overpriced, but I would go again if visiting the area again.
October 2020
Lively place, we sat by the water and watched the tide come in. Nice selection of beers and wine, decent food but dunno why they shut the salad bar at 8.30? Vegans go to bed early, do they?
October 2020
Great food, fab service and nice location
October 2020
Very hit and miss which given the prices isn't really good enough. Crab sandwich served in a brioche bun ? Thin Mac n cheese. Probably give this a miss next time
September 2020
Fabulous views from both outside if the weather is nice and inside, the food is yummy,also we felt the handling of the ever changing rules were handled very well and we felt the cleanliness and safety precautions well thought out, the staff were friendly and very helpful,just wished it was our local pub ....
September 2020
During Covid-19 this place was initially suitably prepared when we arrived & we felt safe inside the restaurant. The food menu was great but no drinks menu- the waitress did not volunteer what was available to drink when we asked & it took us to ask her before she could advise us what was available. Food was largely excellent although several of the mussel shells were closed. The one in and out policy in the toilets was not monitored which meant it was largely ignored & these were not as clean. I think in a pre Covid 19 world, this place would be a fun experience but there seems to be quite a bit of learning required when the place is busy & some instruction on providing either a drinks or wine menu or ensuring staff know is available rather having to extract this through interrogation!
August 2020
enjoyable meal and helpful polite staff
July 2020
Great food and service!
July 2020
Parking is a problem. Limited seating. Food only average for the price. Lovely location adjacent to the river.
October 2019
Friendly and attentive service and generous well cooked dishes in a lively atmosphere.
September 2019
A warm welcome and wonderful food which was a good mixture of the known and the adventurous - something for everyone, even vegetarians!
June 2019
Have been coming here for many years and the food remains of a very high standard.
June 2019
The best meal of our holiday! And we had eaten really well and had some lovely meals. But this was something else. The food was delicious. Full of taste. Vibrant. Different. The staff were friendly, welcoming and knew their stuff.
April 2019
Amazing food and friendly staff. A great atmosphere during the summer months and warm and cosy in winter.
January 2019
Restaurant is in a great location, good seafood and dogs allowed. We had a very nice lunch.
October 2018
Good if you like pizza. On the expensive side compared with other venues
September 2018
Amazing fish platter! Loved this place so much we went twice, second time we had mussels which again were amazing
August 2018
Rubbish customer service! Rang on 2 weekend days and 2 week days. Too busy Friday and Saturday “wouldn’t even bother coming in to wait”was the comment when we telephoned each time to book for 4 on any evening. On one of the weekdays, “I’d struggle to get you even pizzas later”; on the other, “We’re not fully booked but we’re busy so can’t book you in”! Absolutely rubbish! If I could press zero stars, I would!!!
August 2018
tried to book for the Friday night but was told it was fully booked but still come along as walk in customers, we did and got a table about 20 mins later, nightmare trying to get a drink at the bar whilst waiting for the table. The chicken burger was the best. The place is very busy and a lovely atmosphere, would go there again
July 2018
Lovely location but food a bit chaotic! When we visited they had run out of several menu options but didn’t tell us when we were given the menus. Also, when one of the dishes we had ordered arrived it wasn’t as described on the menu but no explanation or apology was given. Expensive for what it was.
July 2018
Lovely place on the waterfront, good food and drinks.
July 2018
Excellent service inside because outside was, as always full, even with an England match on. Food was really good and we had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. We will return next year.
July 2018
Good food, great atmosphere with views over estuary. Very good selection of Gluten free food.
June 2018
Great food. Perfect to sit outside on a summer day
June 2018
Lovely cuppa before and after paddle boarding with Waterborn which is situated next door. Excellent waterfront location and friendly staff.
May 2018
A nice meal here. Great staff and quality food.
March 2018
Fab food and friendly staff
October 2017
Great place. We only stopped for coffee and take out from the Deli but worth a visit. Staff were very friendly and it's very dog friendly.
September 2017
We had a fantastic meal here during a paddle boarding weekend and we were definitely not disappointed. The scallops were cooked to perfection. The place has a great atmosphere as well as great food. We booked in advance which was probably a good idea as it was very busy.
September 2017
Lovely food and staff were very nice and helpful would go again.
September 2017
Lovely food and great atmosphere
May 2017
Loved the pizzas and watching paddle boarders go by.
December 2016
Love this place. Great spot on the estuary, good selection of local ales and decent food too.
December 2016
The Creeks End
(Less than a mile)
(37)
Centrally located this is a good choice for lunch, coffee or a cream tea while shopping in Kingsbridge or for a few drinks in the evening. Sit outside in the summer or enjoy the friendly bar inside, and choose from an extensive menu including children’s options.
The Creeks End Inn Squares Quay, Kingsbridge TQ7 1HZ (T: 01548 853434)
Excellent.
February 2024
Lovely food and friendly staff
October 2023
It's always a pleasure to spent time in this pub (or outside this pub, watching the world go by). An excellent selection of drinks served by friendly staff! Unable to comment on the food as didn't eat here.
September 2023
Excellent food with friendly staff
September 2023
This is the 'go to' pub for drinks and food
August 2023
Nice location at the end of the creek, but service and quality of food is not very good. OK for having a drink outside on the market square.
August 2023
Good friendly pub, with a varied selection of beverages. Unfortunately when we visited, food unavoidable.
July 2023
Excellent, Terry and all of his staff were helpful, considerate and friendly. Nothing to much trouble.
May 2023
We have just returned from our stay in Kingsbridge .. we love Creeks End and visited every day after our day out .. really friendly and welcoming staff .. highly recommend their breakfast .. looking forward to coming back next year .
May 2023
Lovely place to visit for a meal and a pint, friendly welcoming staff. The Sunday carvery is a must!
April 2023
First time here and was very pleased.Although very busy staff found a table for us and were extremely helpful with the menu.Food was good,atmosphere pleasant,a place where locals eat.
July 2022
Very welcoming pub with friendly staff. Had an excellent evening meal, the gammon was fabulous. Also had a wonderful breakfast too. Would thoroughly recommend this pub.
June 2022
The best breakfast had for while, lovely staff and to sit outside and watch the world go by was a delight.
May 2022
Been here many times on our visits to Kingsbridge, did feel that this time the quality and variety of the food was not of the usual standard.
April 2022
Excellent food and beer. Coping brilliantly with COVID restrictions. Well done!
September 2021
nice relaxing setting on the town square
September 2021
It was very ordinary the day we went for lunch. The staff were very busy but one of the younger, blonde haired waitresses spent quite a lot of time chatting to people at one table, leaving the others running around and customers waiting a long time for service. Eventually one of the other staff members asked her to get back to work and things improved a bit. Food was decent quality but just ordinary pub food, nothing special. Nice setting though.
July 2021
Good pub grub with excellent service but just as enjoyable to sit outside with a drink
May 2021
Service rather slow but we enjoyed a good cup of tea there.
April 2021
Had a lovely cream tea and coffee there too. Very attentive particularly bearing in one the Covid situation
September 2020
Excellent food and service. Great value for money. Lovely staff.
September 2020
Very welcoming and excellent supper when we visited last Friday evening.
December 2019
This is the place we had to collect the keys to our holiday accommodation. The staff were polite, cheerful and welcoming and wished us well during our stay. We ate here only once, not because we didn't like it but because we like to explore a lot and consequently eat at lots of different places. The food here was adequate, not stunning, but cooked properly and presented well (apart from not putting all the items from the menu on your plate ie the £11.95 crispy chilli beef dish my wife had was missing the bok choy and bean sprouts) but tasted delicious none-the-less and the £10.95 mushroom and cashew nut stroganoff was okay - portions were good. The atmosphere was lively, cheerful, a little noisy perhaps but not rowdy, everyone having a good time, not necessarily a good place for a quiet intimate meal for two (might be a quiet corner somewhere at the back)! There is no dedicated parking apart from the Pay and Display car park which is almost adjacent anyway (£1 minimum charge). We would certainly come again if in the area.
November 2019
Love this place, especially the live bands at the weekend. Great food and welcoming hosts.
October 2019
Fantastic Sunday Lunch - Beef cooked to perfection.
April 2019
Very friendly and reasonably priced good variety of ales and extensive menu
September 2018
Welcoming
June 2018
Good service & lovely food. Spectacular location
May 2018
had a nice evening meal in here, although a tad expensive we thought.
May 2018
Marvellous place to eat whatever time of day you choose to dine. We visited a number of times and the food was consistently excellent at reasonable prices.
May 2018
A couple of lovely evening meals here, very good menu and friendly helpful service. My husband said the local ale was super!! We shall be back next time we visit Kingsbridge. February 2018
March 2018
Good food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere
October 2017
Had Sunday lunch here. Staff very friendly & helpful & food was excellent.
June 2017
A perfect location close to our property.Friendly staff providing a 1st class service-both food and drink very good
June 2017
Love this place, friendly and good beer/food Sorry we missed Easter music nights
April 2017
popped in for a carvery, really good value and nice food. Very welcoming
February 2017
Friendly pub, good selection of pub grub and reasonably priced. Ended up having a few family meals here whilst spending a week in Kingsbridge
December 2016
Harbour House Café
(Less than a mile)
(4)
A tranquil haven in the centre of town, this vegetarian café offers breakfasts, coffees, innovative and tasty lunches, cakes and cream teas. Sit inside in the light and bright café or eat al fresco in the secluded courtyard garden.
Harbour House Café The Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (01548 855666)
Really nice vegetarian take-away menu (and you can use their tables outside)
August 2020
A lovely cafe which tempts you into the building with smells that make your mouth water. Dog friendly and small child friendly with the happiest people serving. You will not be disappointed.
June 2019
Excellent choice of well prepared vegetarian dishes. Lovely garden. Friendly staff.
July 2018
Excellent and friendly place to visit for coffee and cake
March 2017
Fika
(Less than a mile)
(10)
A bright and airy coffee shop in the heart of Kingsbridge serving speciality coffees, along with delicious breakfasts and inventive light lunches including plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.
Fika, 1 Bridge Quay House, The Quay, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1FD
Excellent service, coffee and cakes
September 2023
Lovely coffee.
September 2023
Excellent small cafe. Very friendly. Great food and coffee
August 2023
One of our absolute favourites!!! Perfect drinks, nice snacks, lovely decoration and and an absolute charming team! They gave us allways the feeling of beeing with friends - including singing a song on my birthday!
August 2023
A nice cup of coffee in a very convenient location.
June 2023
Nicely appointed coffee shop with excellent coffee.
June 2023
Visited mid afternoon for a coffee and a cake, really friendly staff and great coffee, the brunch/Lunch menu looked lovely, will return when in the area.
May 2023
Brilliant coffee feels like home terrific interior design great tasty food spotless loos
May 2022
Lovely coffee shop. Family orientated.
January 2022
We really liked Fika and visited it a couple of times for coffee and lunch. Friendly staff and interesting menu.
June 2021
The Old Bakery
(Less than a mile)
(21)
A sophisticated, friendly café and restaurant open throughout the day for coffees and cakes, tapas, drinks, bespoke cocktails or romantic candlelit dinners served either inside or in the sunny courtyards.
The Old Bakery Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (T: 01548 855777)
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We visit every year and look forward to coming back again.
August 2022
A must for us every year but book in advance. Lovely food and ambience
June 2022
Excellent food and service. Limited choice of beers.
October 2021
Loved The Old Bakery, such a unique setting tucked away, a real gem. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service was great too. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
August 2021
Very enjoyable meal with interesting menu. Good portion sizes and friendly staff.
July 2021
We enjoyed a Tapas type of meal at the Old Bakery and found the staff helpful and friendly. Food was good and setting was interesting.
June 2021
Always visit The Old Bakery during our annual trips to Kingsbridge and we were not disappointed. They had only been open for a day but service and food were both exceptional. I thoroughly recommend.
May 2021
Wow. Such delicious food and we were made very welcome. So good we went back again the evenings after!
September 2020
Lovely quirky rustic little place to eat (out-of-season limited opening hours otherwise we would have eaten here more than once)! It is called The Old Bakery because that is literally what it is. The ovens and temp gauge are still in situ and the room is probably pretty much as it always has been but lovingly looked after and decorated. Ambient music plays from Sonos speakers to add to the modest atmosphere. (Probably quite busy in high season) Tapas menu, Persian Mediterranean influence. Really nice if you like that sort of thing! We did, it was lovely. Highly recommend a visit or two. Family friendly. Reasonable prices typically £6 to £7.50 per dish. Parking in main pay and display car park just across the road near the water.
November 2019
We had a really lovely meal here. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff very friendly.
September 2019
The Old Bakery becomes a pleasant and friendly tapas style restaurant in the evening, well worth a visit.
September 2019
Nice atmosphere, friendly service and very tasty food with decent size portions but for goodness sake stop serving the souvlaki on slates. I know the trendies say it’s cool but it’s just not hygienic
September 2019
Enjoyed evening at Old Bakery Portions were generous and all very tasty
June 2019
Interesting menu and lovely food and setting.
October 2018
Had a lovely meal in the courtyard. Very friendly service. Good atmosphere and choice of dishes.
July 2018
The Bakery was a lovely place to eat the lady owner and the staff made you feel welcome and the food was wonderful
July 2018
Amazing food and very good friendly service - we had a meal on a hot sunny evening sitting in their shady courtyard, fantastic!
July 2018
We always try to have an evening meal here and we were not disappointed this time. Extremely tasty food and cheerful and efficient service. Also within walking distance of our holiday property which is always a plus!
July 2018
Decent coffee and, in April, good hot cross buns - in a quirky and friendly environment. A pleasant place to relax.
April 2017
Popped in for breakfast one morning and was pleasantly surprised by this place which is so tucked away. Gorgeous little restaurant, interesting menu and really nice food. Wish we'd found it sooner!
February 2017
Yummy middle eastern inspired menu, great atmosphere and very welcoming staff. Really knew their stuff, we ended going back for breakfast and lunch later in the week.
December 2016
Waterborn SUP
(Less than a mile)
(9)
If the weather’s right, Stand Up Paddleboarding is a wonderful way to really embrace the beautiful environment in the South Hams. Based in Kingsbridge Waterborn SUP offers lessons, board hire and a genuinely enthusiastic introduction to the variation on surfing whether you’re a pro or a beginner. They supply high quality equipment and tuition, whilst benefiting from a pretty spectacular learning environment. They have all the equipment ready to hire, so just turn up with a big smile on your face ready to go!
Click here for further information
Enjoy 15% off hire with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
We really enjoyed this as first timers. The teaching session was excellent and gave us basic paddle boarding skills and the confidence to hire out boards again at South Milton Sands during our stay.
August 2022
First time I had tried paddleboarding.Equipment and instructor were first class.Really enjoyed it so much that I tried my skills out later on in my holiday and am a convert,now planning more.
July 2022
Excellent tuition from Kate and very enjoyable
June 2022
Went here as a family of five and had a great time paddle boarding.Well looked after by Crispin and Steve. Great fun as well once you sort your wobbly legs out.
June 2021
My Son & I had a great time taking part in this for the 1st time. Crispin was very caring, patient and a brilliant instructor. It poured of rain but it remained warm despite the early start! This did not dampen our enthusiasm & Crispin did offer to curtail the 1 of the 2 hours and refund us but we were enjoying ourselves far too much! We both ended up in the estuary for a swim anyway! Absolutely brilliant 2 hours & highly recommended.
August 2020
Our two hour early morning session was absolutely brilliant, thank you Crispin, we'll be back!
August 2019
Fantastic early morning session with Crispin - got us two oldies up on our feet paddling around the Kingsbridge estuary - what a fabulous way to start the day. Five star - would like to do it again.
May 2018
Very enjoyable - will definitely do it again. Crispin was very helpful.
September 2017
Thank you Crispin for a fab family lesson introducing us and our 3 girls to paddle boarding
May 2017
Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Much more than just a ferry service, the Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry provides an unforgettable experience for anyone visiting South Devon, capturing the essence of the Kingsbridge Estuary and Salcombe Harbour from the safety and comfort of a Maritime and Coastguard agency approved vessel. Harbour Cruises, Creeks Cruises and other special events are available but all services are tide dependent so check the timetable on their website in advance for running times.
Click here for further details
An integral part of our holiday, er always treat the ferry as a miniature cruise.
October 2023
We caught the ferry twice, firstly in the sunshine, and we enjoyed the scenery, we caught the bus back too which was very easy. The second time it was a bit chilly so the lovely lady on the boat gave us a cosy blanket for the journey. It’s good not to have to park in Salcombe too.
July 2023
Fabulous but a bit on the pricey side
August 2022
First time on this new ferry,had been on old one several times.Did not disappoint.Crew were pleasant,informative and spent time talking with everyone.
July 2022
Great trip
July 2022
GREAT BOAT AND FRIENDLY STAFF . NOT ENOUGH CREEK ETC CRUISES. WAS EXPENSIVE £11 FOR ONE WAY
July 2022
A must for first timers to the area in particular but we have been coming for many years and still do the trip. Pretty ride and the couple operating it were very friendly and helpful, particularly helping my husband on and off the boat. Bit pricey but we went down on the boat and back on our free bus passes so we weren’t really restricted on ferry times
June 2022
Lovely but expensive. Lacked Creek Cruises, during our stay. Only 2 were on offer.
June 2022
Lovely trip down to Salcombe. Louise was a very good host and had lots of useful information
June 2022
Excellent service to Salcombe. It was a lovely way to travel to Salcombe- without the traffuc! We got the bus back as the tide wasn’t in again until much later, but that was very easy too.
June 2022
Excellent if rather breezy return from Salcombe. Would definitely use again when we visit next June
September 2021
very pleasant boat ride back into Salcombe
September 2021
Enjoyable boat trip to Salcombe .
September 2021
Quite expensive but a really enjoyable way of getting to Salcombe for a day out. More fun than driving. Can return by bus to Kingsbridge or West Alvington if necessary
August 2021
Staff on board extremely friendly and approachable. Great way to get to salcombe. No return only if you wish to come straight back. We caught the bus back to kingsbridge
August 2021
Lovely return trip from Salcombe, friendly, helpful crew. Prompt, efficient service, just a little bit pricey.
July 2021
Sadly it wasn't running when we were there, very disappointing!!!
April 2021
An enjoyable trip down to Salcombe
October 2020
Harbour House Art Gallery
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Had a delicious and relaxing lunch-would certainly return.
September 2019
Great Place for Great Art with an ever changing selection of exhibitions. It seems to be the beating heart of Kingsbridge.
June 2019
A decent enough café, with reasonable coffee and a pleasant ambience, alongside a local art gallery with (when we visited) an eclectic mix of art and artifacts. And if you're into yoga, my guess is that any type of yoga you can imagine is available here. If the weather's nice, the rear courtyard garden is quite pleasant, too.
April 2017
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Walks and Trails
(Less than a mile)
(13)
We have said it before and we will say it again, the reason South Devon attracts so many visitors and captures their hearts is because it really is a phenomenally beautiful part of the world, and as such is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in many areas. So walking is a great pleasure when you’re on holiday here, especially as there are over 40 routes in the AONB itself, ranging in length from two to 12 miles. They are a wonderful opportunity to explore the wildlife, archaeology and history of South Devon, as well as the views and scenery along the way.
Beautiful walks everywhere with stunning views along the coastal path
September 2023
Lots of places to access coastal path. We joined it from Start point and visited the lighthouse.
July 2023
Stunning array of various walks around the area - consult the web site for some easy to follow routes. Very steep in places but the scenery is worth it.
October 2021
Stunning scenery and beautiful, sometimes challenging hikes on the coast path stretches. I was very lucky I had gorgeous weather.
September 2021
Wonderful walk in the sunshine along the coastal path from Garra Rock to Mill Bay. Well signposted. The road to Garra Rock is not for the fainthearted!
September 2021
Fantastic circular walk from East Portlemouth (catch the water taxi first from Salcombe) then follow the coastal path through woods and out on to stunning cliff top views for two miles until you reach Gara Rock Hotel which is something special then take the shorter return walk downhill through the woods.
July 2021
The coastal paths are wonderful.
July 2021
Bantham to Thurlestone Walk is lovely. Also the walk out to the lighthouse would recommend!
October 2020
Our apartment owners recommended Bolberry Down as somewhere to park ( NT Car Park) and enjoy the super views, even in the rain. It proved to be an excellent suggestion and we found paths from the Car Park that were easy to walk as well as the Oceans Restaurant which was good apart from not offering their sandwich menu during Sunday Lunch.
October 2019
Whether you want a strenuous walk or a gentle stroll there are wonderful coastal and countryside walks in this area of Devon.
September 2019
Visit to the East Soar walkers hut with its self service cream tea is a must as part of a circular work in that area
September 2018
Outstanding restaurant. Have ben using it since 2005 and always book beforehand to ensure a table. Friendly staff and reasonably priced. Ready to book for next year.
September 2018
Walked the South West Coastal path from Plymouth to Hope Cove - fantastic!
April 2017
Singing Paddles
(Less than a mile)
(5)
What a treat, lovely experience with a well informed guide.
June 2023
Great evening paddle with Dave for our family of four, all enjoyed very much.
July 2021
We feel incredibly lucky and privileged to have been on Slapton Ley with Singing Paddles. Our guide was really informative and kept it interesting enough to keep our 8 year old engaged. We learned so much about the history of the Ley, about it's eco-diversity and the various conservation projects. Highly recommend.
April 2021
Very professional
December 2016
Have been on several tours with Singing Paddles and have always enjoyed them. Really good fun and feels like you had a good workout by the end!
December 2016
Sunny Cove
(3 miles)
(7)
Accessed either by boat, via a 10-minute walk through the woods from parking at Mill Bay, or a stroll from the Salcombe to East Portlemouth Ferry, Sunny Cove is a sandy beach which, as you might expect, catches the sun throughout the day, weather pending. It’s on the East Portlemouth side of the Salcombe Estuary opposite North Sands beach and Fort Charles, the ruined fortification that was originally constructed during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the Kingsbridge Estuary against French and Spanish Pirates. It’s a relatively gentle spot for swimming and ideal for picnics, lazy summer afternoons, and reaching on kayaks and paddle boards from other nearby beaches as well as being the perfect spot for building sandcastles. That said, the tide can come in quite quickly so make sure you don’t get caught out and be careful of the swell when bringing boats into the beach. Head there for the day in the summer or as a stop off en route to the café at Gara Rock or a longer walk along the coast path towards Prawle Point. Dogs are welcome all year round but keep in mind that there aren’t any facilities in the immediate vicinity (it would be a 10-15-minute walk along wooded footpaths) so take your sandwiches with you!
Gorgeous, quiet and very clean beach.
June 2023
Stunning bay ,Quiet and secluded
October 2021
Lovely little beach worth the walk or paddle!
July 2021
We didn’t know about this. Whilst appreciating the need to keep things to a minimum, local information like this could have been uploaded digitally. We made 2 attempts to locate a beach without success.
October 2020
The beach and the views were superb
September 2019
A nice sandy beach, crowded on a sunny day. but access quite tricky - a long walk for children if no room in the NT car park, and then a long walk back afterwards.
August 2019
Best reached by direct boat access but easy enough walk from ferry or mill bay car park. Our favourite beach.
August 2018
Mill Bay
(4 miles)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
North Sands, Salcombe
(4 miles)
(17)
The first beach as you walk along the Cliff Road out of Salcombe, North Sands sits in a valley and is a sandy horseshoe shaped beach that’s expansive at low tide. Thanks to its shape and location, it’s extremely popular in the summer because there’s plenty of space to set up camp for the day with buckets, spades and fishing nets in tow for avid marine biologists and sand castle connoisseurs. The beach has a fresh water stream running through it from the top of the valley, which, aside from providing hours of entertainment for accompanying dogs and a marvellous place to wash the sand off your feet, also means that the beach is largely wet sand, so don’t forget to take something to sit on if you’re heading there for the day. Popular with swimmers, despite the chilly water, North Sands provides a wonderful view out of the mouth of the Salcombe estuary and into the deep blue yonder so, for keen photographers, it’s ideal. If the weather is right then it’s a favourite amongst body boarders or even surfers on choppier days, and it’s a great place to take the paddle boards and kayaks if you happen to have them. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, unlike many of the beaches in the area, there are toilets over the road and there’s a car park with charges from £1 throughout the year. The cherry on top of this beautiful location is The Winking Prawn café and restaurant that’s right next to the beach. Open all year round they serve everything from breakfast, lunch and dinner to coffee, tea and cake, and in the summer they provide a barbecue in the garden overlooking the sea. It is popular though so leave a little time to queue for that Salcombe Dairy honeycomb ice cream in the height of summer!
A wonderful sheltered bay, the sea is so clean and lovely to swim in. Disabled access and dog friendly with the lovely cafe close by.
October 2023
Very nice beach. Very clean.
July 2023
Swim here daily when in Salcombe.
June 2023
A great dog friendly beach. Check the tide times, go at low tide, makes a fabulous beach to look for shells, relax in the sun, and walk in the stuff with your dog.
May 2023
Excellent beach for dogs
May 2023
Nice beach it's great dog friendly beach
May 2023
What a beautiful place to walk to along Coast Road from Salcombe town. The view through the trees to the amazing colour of the water is breathtaking and North Sands is spectacular. We could have sat just people watching all day. The winking prawn is a lovely place for a drink or bite to eat.
July 2022
Lovely beach which is a quick walk down from the property, food and toilets but neither used.
July 2022
Brilliant beach for all the family within walking distance of cottage. Car park and toilets nearby.
May 2022
Fantastic clean beach. Dog friendly
September 2021
Excellent clean and safe dog friendly beach. Very friendly and helpful locals.
May 2021
Lovely clean family friendly beach
July 2020
Lovely beach , easily accessible , particularly with elderly members in the party .
September 2019
North Sands is a wonderful beach great for families, the winking prawn restaurant is great for anything from snacks to a full meal stunning views out to sea
October 2018
Very nice beach for dog lovers and good café.
July 2018
Gorgeous, just stunning! Brilliant beach, fabulous cafe (Winking Prawn) and good priced car park! Love, love, love it!!
August 2017
Superb safe and stunningly picturesque
June 2017
South Sands, Salcombe
(4 miles)
(6)
Bit too far to cycle from centre of Salcombe for a swim, but do visit regularly. Used to stay at Bolt Head when it was an hotel, so remember it fondly.
June 2023
The new Harbour hotel at South Sands has wonderful views over the estuary and is worth stopping there for a quick lunch before continuing up to the overbecks
April 2023
North Sands better for beach but South Sands cafe and tractor/ferry are great.
June 2022
Rude staff on ferry - expecting people to wear mask on an outdoor boat trip ! Made to feel like we were an inconvenience- very poor.
August 2021
Great - kids loved the big building Site
August 2020
A beautiful sandy beach that is superb for children as you have to go out quite a way before the water gets deep. Water sports available. Access is via very narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse and parking is very limited.
July 2017
South Milton Sands
(4 miles)
(45)
A long stretch of sand broken only by the South Milton Ley freshwater reed bed, South Milton Sands is a dramatic beach that’s exposed to the elements, making it something of a chameleon throughout the year. Rugged in its beauty, there’s nothing quite like watching the sun set at this beach behind an iconic rock archway in the water; it really is spectacular, particularly if you do so over dinner in the summer months from The Beach Café, a small but perfectly formed restaurant and café that’s perched just above the sand. If you want a table inside then you really do have to book this one, but if the weather is fine then eating outside is a joy. The beach is sandy and popular on windy days with kite surfers and windsurfers, but in calmer weather is perfect for a summer swim. Dogs are welcome at South Milton throughout the year, there’s a National Trust car park by the beach which costs from £5 for the day, £3 after 4pm or is free for National Trust members. There are also toilets nearby. It’s also worth knowing that in the summer months lifeguards are in situ from 6th July until 8th September, keeping everyone safe in the sun, sea and sand. When the weather is less conducive to sitting and admiring the view, South Milton is perfectly placed for a stroll along the coast path either towards Hope Cove and around towards Salcombe if you fancy making a day of it, or in the opposite direction you can walk towards Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. It’s a wonderful place to explore and watch Devon’s wildlife in all its glory.
We love this all year round very dog friendly beach. Great even when the tide in. Plenty of parking and a great cafe to boot.
October 2023
Beautiful beach and we had the added bonus of the Rockbox pop up bar being directly behind. If you are staying in hope cove it is worth the 20 minute walk to get here as much better than the hope cove beaches, also has toilet facilities.
September 2023
Lovely sandy beach, easy parking and clean beach
September 2023
Great beach for swimming , paddle boarding and playing with the dog. very good access to food and drink outlets.
September 2023
Lovely location. Walk from Banthan, thru Thurlestone on to South Milton
July 2023
A lovely family beach to enjoy rock pooling with the children.national trust carpark free for members.
July 2023
Beautiful beach, easy access, with lovely cafe and toilets near by.
June 2023
Beautiful beach with sand and rock pools. Canoes etc available to hire at reasonable prices and cafe with great food and drink
June 2023
Beautiful beach for all the family . Dog friendly and good for SUP's and canoes etc.
August 2022
Beautiful beach and safe water.
July 2022
Very clean, Fantastic dog friendly beach
May 2022
very good beach, dog friendly. the road access is via single car lanes with passing places, this seems to work early season apr/may but could be fun in the high season.
May 2022
Wonderful sandy dog friendly beach
May 2022
Lovely walk across the beach
October 2021
Lovely beach. Great for dogs too. The car park is owned by national trust and if you don’t have any money for the parking you need to download the app. Problem there is no signal once you are there to pay for your parking! Best bring change.
September 2021
We walked along to this beach and found it to be a very pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely, clean and not busy
September 2021
Lovely Beach!
July 2021
fantastic beach - safe and so clean - could hardly believe how clears the water was !
July 2021
Lovely beach. Great catering facilities and clean, free lavatories. The car park is large and as a member of the National Trust parking was free (usually £6)
July 2021
Beautiful sandy beach. Large well organised NT car park which filled up quickly on a sunny weekend. Younger family members enjoyed hiring a paddle board for half an hour. Wet suits a good idea!
June 2021
Lovely sandy beach.
June 2021
lovely area
May 2021
Perfect beach for early morning dog walks.
May 2021
Lovely beach with fantastic cafe
April 2021
Fabulous beach, we loved our walks in the morning and early evening
October 2020
Really lovely long stretch of uncrowded sandy beach, ample parking, clear water.
October 2020
Beach is beautiful but steep to walk down from the car park
September 2020
Perfect safe and sandy beach. Lovely and fairly easy walk to/from Hope Cove with great views along the way.
August 2020
Fabulous sandy beach with lots of rock pools to explore at low tide. Ideal for children and dig friendly too
August 2019
Fantastic to be able to walk dogs down there. Nice cafe. Could do with dog poo bag bins on or near beach Car parking expensive just to be on beach for half an hour
August 2019
Great beach! Also we enjoyed being able to rent paddle boards.
August 2019
South Milton sands is a beautiful beach. Arrive early to get a good parking space as it does get quite busy. The beach is sand and shingle. £5 per day for parking, great value. The only shame is that there were too many paddle boards getting in the way of swimmers. Maybe a cordened off area for swimmers would be better.
August 2019
We walked over from Hope Cove and found it a pretty unattractive beach with a massive pipe leading out to sea and a horrible sewage smell. Happy we hadn't bothered to go there for a day out!
July 2019
We loved this beach and returned a number of times during our stay. Safe shallow water for the family with some good waves for body-boarding as the tide came in and friendly life guards in attendance all day! Easy access from the car park - facilities nearby and dog friendly - everything we needed! We also enjoyed the cliff top walk to nearby hope cove on one afternoon.
July 2019
A lovely beach with plenty to look at. Dogs are allowed - very good for children if supervised.
June 2019
Lovely beach, stunning views and a safe place for children to rock pool, and swim. Spoiled for us by the large numbers of kite surfers dominating the water along with the surf school who took little account of those families enjoying the beach ordering people out of the water when they had a schooling session on. Words were had. They need to understand it isn't their property and if people want to enjoy the beach, they need to move to a spot where they aren't bothering people. Good car parking and a nice little cafe selling cakes/flapjacks and coffee with WC next to it, so beach-goers are well catered for. Could have done without the thump thump music and bar flies in shades but that's typical of many such places these days. On the whole a great beach with decent accessibility via car or foot and preferable in many ways to the larger beach at Thurlestone during peak times, and preferable to the beaches at Hope Cove when busy.
June 2019
great beach only bad thing is its owned by the national trust and parking is £5.00 no matter how short or long you want to stay no option of paying by the hour
October 2018
A great beach but at £5 a day to visit (National Trust!) rather expensive. Variable rate better.
October 2018
Excellent beach, well maintained and dogs allowed all year round. Great range of activities to enjoy from swimming, snorkelling, SUP, kite surfing, kayaking and scrambling when the tide is out. Loved it and will return
June 2018
Amazin beach - especially when the tide goes out and all the rock pools come out to play!!! Shame about the coarse 'sand', but that can't be helped; just get some shingle shoes. If you want sand go to North Sands or Bantham!
August 2017
A glorious beach! Dog friendly, sandy, rock pools at the far end. Parking handy, spectacular views - the stone arch beats Durdle Door in my mind..... Delightful. Loved it.
July 2017
Fabulous dog friendly beach with amazing views
June 2017
Beautiful.
May 2017
Fantastic sandy beach for everything, rock pools, building sandcastles body boarding.
April 2017
February 2024
Back to our happy place. As ever our stay was very enjoyable, everything in the apartment is 1st class & the view never tires, whatever the weather. Nod to Jules. Thanks for the egg cups! Cannot wait to come back - see you in March! xxx
January 2024
Lovely to be able to stay here again! We thought it was being sold after our stay last Jan/Feb and we'd had our last stay. We love the estuary views - birds. We always hope that one day the ensuite shower will be replaced and made bigger!
December 2023
1st class apartment - well equipped, warm, clean and ideally situated - thank you. (a very minor point, a few egg cups would be appreciated - thanks). Found Jules very helpful and accommodating, Thank you xxx
We are delighted to hear you had such a lovely stay and that the caretaker Jules was very helpful too. We are delighted to report that following your feedback the owners have now added some egg cups! We hope to welcome you back to the apartment very soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2023
Beautiful apartment, stunning views! Spotless and so comfortable. Thank you so much!
December 2023
We had a wonderful week and enjoyed the closeness of Kingsbridge for shopping and eating out. Try The Old Warehouse, The Seven Stars and Bewleys Cafe. Great local walks on nearby beaches and coast paths and many local hostelries (The Sloop Inn) to choose from. However, the changing view from the living room over the estuary is outstanding. Saw more birdlife here than anywhere else locally. Really helpful staff at Toad Hall Cottages and the lady who is the emergency contact. Thank you.
November 2023
Fabulous apartment, wonderful constantly changing outlook - so much wildfowl to see, including Santa family on paddleboards! Loved our stay, really clean & v.helpful Toad Hall staff and Jules!
November 2023
The property was beautiful and views stunning. It was warm and comfortable, and such a lovely place to come back to after a walk to and from town or being out on a cold day. The view from both bedroom and lounge were outstanding and a real treat to see the swans and ducks swim past!
September 2023
We have stayed here before and were pleased to see it was to be let again. We love the views, the closeness to the town. The flat is spacious, well equipped and clean. Keep the standard up please, its a little gem. So happy! :)
February 2023
Very good. helpful prompt attention when we had a problem, thankyou.
October 2022
Yes , first time in this area. View from the apartment was stunning. Weather was good so we travelled around.
September 2022
The stay was really excellent . the only fly in the ointment was the public footpath between the water and flat which was very noisy with people at night presumably customers from the nearby pub coming and much worse leaving. Unfortunately I don't think you can do anything about that.
June 2022
Second year in a row. Love this accommodation
May 2022
To walk in and see that view is stunning. We also appreciated the covered secure parking.
April 2022
We would like to thank all at Toad Hall for your understanding when we had to change our dates due to unforeseen circumstances, Thank you We
March 2022
Fabulous accomodation, lovely position, and a really beautiful vibe
November 2021
The only negative was that when we arrived we couldn't get into the main door of the apartment block as we hadn't been given the code. We only had the code for driving into the car park and for the key safe. Luckily we saw a man from another flat who told us the number as we would have been stuck otherwise.
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 Crabshell Quay. Just so you know for next time, there is actually a key for the communal door on the set of keys you would have obtained from key safe, so you can either open this door by code or key which makes it nice and easy. We look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Crabshell Quay and beautiful Kingsbridge soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
100% enjoyed our stay. As a 6 foot 4 inch man I found the en suite shower in the main bedroom too small, but at least there was an alternative. The cleanliness when we arrived was exceptional.
September 2021
Very enjoyable stay as ever. Pity restaurants finding it difficult to recruit staff with consequential restrictions on booking and menu limitations. However, good range of takeaways offset this irritation.
September 2021
Loved our stay. Watching boats on the estuary is great fun
August 2021
Yes really enjoyed our stay, and hopefully will stay there again one day.
July 2021
Lovely location overlooking the estuary. Lots happening at all tides. Very enjoyable stay during a very hot week. With a westerly aspect and no breeze , the living room got very hot. We looked (in hope) among the cupboards in case there was a fan provided.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that you were lucky with such lovely weather. Thank you for your feedback regarding the fans and we are pleased to say that the owner has now purchased some fans for the apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Crabshell Quay again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2021
Yes
June 2021
Absolutely loved this apartment and will be booking again.Plenty of space for five people, and very clean as well.
September 2020
Great stay we enjoyed the apartment and location.
September 2020
Some of the tableware was marked following a poor run in the dishwasher
September 2020
Stayed here before and it was all brilliant as always - sort the fans and it would be perfect.
We are delighted to hear you had a brilliant stay once again. Thank you for your constructive feedback regarding the fans which we passed onto the owner and we are pleased to report that there are now fans at the apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
We really did enjoy it! I sent an email to you saying how much we’d enjoyed it and have booked again for next year. Also we came last year too!
September 2019
Very enjoyable. Quiet and peaceful in spite of being close to the town.
June 2019
Very impressed with speed and efficiency in resolving problem we reported regarding shower. Flat very warm despite chilly wet weather for the week. In summer imagine heat a real problem. Loved the apartment and views.
May 2019
We had a great stay, the location and parking is excellent. The apartment is spacious and well equipped.
October 2018
Fabulous location with terrific views of the river estuary. The river was teeming with fish and other wildlife.
July 2018
Found the seagulls very noisy at 0400 every morning.
July 2018
This was our sixth visit so obviously love the place but do feel it is looking a little shabby in the lounge and bathroom. Lacked the fresh smell in the bathroom especially the loo. May sounds petty but these things go a long way to first impressions.It could do with a little tlc. It's location is perfect. L
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your sixth visit to 4 Crabshell Quay and thank you also for your feedback which we will pass onto the owner. We hope to welcome you back for the seventh visit soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
We are pleased to report that the apartment has been redecorated during the winter of 2018 and is now fresh and ready for the 2019 season. We hope to welcome you back for your seventh visit soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2018
This was our second visit to 4 Crabshell as we visit a nearby relative - we had a lovely time.
December 2017
Excellent apartment; great furnishings; very comfortable; lovely estuary views; ideally located for quick walk into Kingsbridge
December 2017
Yes we did enjoy our holiday thanks
November 2017
Lovely apartment- stunning location. The view of the estuary was magical especially at sunrise and sunset.
September 2017
Kingsbridge was a delightful place to say, so much more interesting than Salcombe and less busy than Dartmouth. We had been here before on day visits but never to stay. We had a great time and the weather was mostly kind.
September 2017
What a wonderful setting and a well-appointed apartment - glad we found it!
July 2017
I decided to fill in this questionnaire because I had a fall on the first day and fractured my wrist. The fall was not in the apartments. The service I received from the Minor Injuries Unit in Kingsbridge and the major trauma unit in Plymouth was excellent. As a result of my injury we spent more time in the apartment than we originally intended. The flat was very comfortable and there were plenty of cushions on which to rest my wrist in its plaster cast.
We're sorry to hear about the fall you suffered whilst on holiday and wish you a speedy recovery. It is good to see that despite this you enjoyed your stay at the property and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2017
Lovely holiday in a fantastic location. Accommodation was furnished to a high standard and very comfortable and clean. Beautiful countryside and beaches to explore. Have already recommended property to other members of our family.
March 2017
4 Crabshell quay has to be one of the best holiday lets we have stayed in. The location was ideal, easy walk to shops and eateries. The view from the window each morning is lovely. The apartment is tastefully furnished, clean and is equipped with everything you need for a break. Would definitely come back.
September 2014
WE HAD A GREAT HOLIDAY AND WILL USE TOAD HALL AGAIN, THANK YOU
May 2014
4 Crabshell Quay is a very comfortable property with a magnificent outlook to the estuary and with easy, level walking to Kingsbridge centre. Kingsbridge shops are numerous and being non chain, interesting. The 1st floor apartment is 50 yards from a good pub/restaurant. Who could want more?
October 2013
Comfortable flat in splendid location right on the side of the estuary with an excellent pub virtually next door.
April 2013
We though the apartment was lovely and really well equipped. It was beautifully clean and welcoming. Toad Hall Cottages were very helpful when I booked.
February 2024
Back to our happy place. As ever our stay was very enjoyable, everything in the apartment is 1st class & the view never tires, whatever the weather. Nod to Jules. Thanks for the egg cups! Cannot wait to come back - see you in March! xxx
January 2024
Lovely to be able to stay here again! We thought it was being sold after our stay last Jan/Feb and we'd had our last stay. We love the estuary views - birds. We always hope that one day the ensuite shower will be replaced and made bigger!
December 2023
1st class apartment - well equipped, warm, clean and ideally situated - thank you. (a very minor point, a few egg cups would be appreciated - thanks). Found Jules very helpful and accommodating, Thank you xxx
We are delighted to hear you had such a lovely stay and that the caretaker Jules was very helpful too. We are delighted to report that following your feedback the owners have now added some egg cups! We hope to welcome you back to the apartment very soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
December 2023
Beautiful apartment, stunning views! Spotless and so comfortable. Thank you so much!
December 2023
We had a wonderful week and enjoyed the closeness of Kingsbridge for shopping and eating out. Try The Old Warehouse, The Seven Stars and Bewleys Cafe. Great local walks on nearby beaches and coast paths and many local hostelries (The Sloop Inn) to choose from. However, the changing view from the living room over the estuary is outstanding. Saw more birdlife here than anywhere else locally. Really helpful staff at Toad Hall Cottages and the lady who is the emergency contact. Thank you.
November 2023
Fabulous apartment, wonderful constantly changing outlook - so much wildfowl to see, including Santa family on paddleboards! Loved our stay, really clean & v.helpful Toad Hall staff and Jules!
November 2023
The property was beautiful and views stunning. It was warm and comfortable, and such a lovely place to come back to after a walk to and from town or being out on a cold day. The view from both bedroom and lounge were outstanding and a real treat to see the swans and ducks swim past!
September 2023
We have stayed here before and were pleased to see it was to be let again. We love the views, the closeness to the town. The flat is spacious, well equipped and clean. Keep the standard up please, its a little gem. So happy! :)
February 2023
Very good. helpful prompt attention when we had a problem, thankyou.
October 2022
Yes , first time in this area. View from the apartment was stunning. Weather was good so we travelled around.
September 2022
The stay was really excellent . the only fly in the ointment was the public footpath between the water and flat which was very noisy with people at night presumably customers from the nearby pub coming and much worse leaving. Unfortunately I don't think you can do anything about that.
June 2022
Second year in a row. Love this accommodation
May 2022
To walk in and see that view is stunning. We also appreciated the covered secure parking.
April 2022
We would like to thank all at Toad Hall for your understanding when we had to change our dates due to unforeseen circumstances, Thank you We
March 2022
Fabulous accomodation, lovely position, and a really beautiful vibe
November 2021
The only negative was that when we arrived we couldn't get into the main door of the apartment block as we hadn't been given the code. We only had the code for driving into the car park and for the key safe. Luckily we saw a man from another flat who told us the number as we would have been stuck otherwise.
We are delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay at 4 Crabshell Quay. Just so you know for next time, there is actually a key for the communal door on the set of keys you would have obtained from key safe, so you can either open this door by code or key which makes it nice and easy. We look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Crabshell Quay and beautiful Kingsbridge soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
October 2021
100% enjoyed our stay. As a 6 foot 4 inch man I found the en suite shower in the main bedroom too small, but at least there was an alternative. The cleanliness when we arrived was exceptional.
September 2021
Very enjoyable stay as ever. Pity restaurants finding it difficult to recruit staff with consequential restrictions on booking and menu limitations. However, good range of takeaways offset this irritation.
September 2021
Loved our stay. Watching boats on the estuary is great fun
August 2021
Yes really enjoyed our stay, and hopefully will stay there again one day.
July 2021
Lovely location overlooking the estuary. Lots happening at all tides. Very enjoyable stay during a very hot week. With a westerly aspect and no breeze , the living room got very hot. We looked (in hope) among the cupboards in case there was a fan provided.
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and that you were lucky with such lovely weather. Thank you for your feedback regarding the fans and we are pleased to say that the owner has now purchased some fans for the apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Crabshell Quay again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
July 2021
Yes
June 2021
Absolutely loved this apartment and will be booking again.Plenty of space for five people, and very clean as well.
September 2020
Great stay we enjoyed the apartment and location.
September 2020
Some of the tableware was marked following a poor run in the dishwasher
September 2020
Stayed here before and it was all brilliant as always - sort the fans and it would be perfect.
We are delighted to hear you had a brilliant stay once again. Thank you for your constructive feedback regarding the fans which we passed onto the owner and we are pleased to report that there are now fans at the apartment. We look forward to welcoming you back for another stay soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
August 2020
We really did enjoy it! I sent an email to you saying how much we’d enjoyed it and have booked again for next year. Also we came last year too!
September 2019
Very enjoyable. Quiet and peaceful in spite of being close to the town.
June 2019
Very impressed with speed and efficiency in resolving problem we reported regarding shower. Flat very warm despite chilly wet weather for the week. In summer imagine heat a real problem. Loved the apartment and views.
May 2019
We had a great stay, the location and parking is excellent. The apartment is spacious and well equipped.
October 2018
Fabulous location with terrific views of the river estuary. The river was teeming with fish and other wildlife.
July 2018
Found the seagulls very noisy at 0400 every morning.
July 2018
This was our sixth visit so obviously love the place but do feel it is looking a little shabby in the lounge and bathroom. Lacked the fresh smell in the bathroom especially the loo. May sounds petty but these things go a long way to first impressions.It could do with a little tlc. It's location is perfect. L
We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your sixth visit to 4 Crabshell Quay and thank you also for your feedback which we will pass onto the owner. We hope to welcome you back for the seventh visit soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
We are pleased to report that the apartment has been redecorated during the winter of 2018 and is now fresh and ready for the 2019 season. We hope to welcome you back for your seventh visit soon!
- The Toad Hall Team
June 2018
This was our second visit to 4 Crabshell as we visit a nearby relative - we had a lovely time.
December 2017
Excellent apartment; great furnishings; very comfortable; lovely estuary views; ideally located for quick walk into Kingsbridge
December 2017
Yes we did enjoy our holiday thanks
November 2017
Lovely apartment- stunning location. The view of the estuary was magical especially at sunrise and sunset.
September 2017
Kingsbridge was a delightful place to say, so much more interesting than Salcombe and less busy than Dartmouth. We had been here before on day visits but never to stay. We had a great time and the weather was mostly kind.
September 2017
What a wonderful setting and a well-appointed apartment - glad we found it!
July 2017
I decided to fill in this questionnaire because I had a fall on the first day and fractured my wrist. The fall was not in the apartments. The service I received from the Minor Injuries Unit in Kingsbridge and the major trauma unit in Plymouth was excellent. As a result of my injury we spent more time in the apartment than we originally intended. The flat was very comfortable and there were plenty of cushions on which to rest my wrist in its plaster cast.
We're sorry to hear about the fall you suffered whilst on holiday and wish you a speedy recovery. It is good to see that despite this you enjoyed your stay at the property and we hope to welcome you back again soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
April 2017
Lovely holiday in a fantastic location. Accommodation was furnished to a high standard and very comfortable and clean. Beautiful countryside and beaches to explore. Have already recommended property to other members of our family.
March 2017
4 Crabshell quay has to be one of the best holiday lets we have stayed in. The location was ideal, easy walk to shops and eateries. The view from the window each morning is lovely. The apartment is tastefully furnished, clean and is equipped with everything you need for a break. Would definitely come back.
September 2014
WE HAD A GREAT HOLIDAY AND WILL USE TOAD HALL AGAIN, THANK YOU
May 2014
4 Crabshell Quay is a very comfortable property with a magnificent outlook to the estuary and with easy, level walking to Kingsbridge centre. Kingsbridge shops are numerous and being non chain, interesting. The 1st floor apartment is 50 yards from a good pub/restaurant. Who could want more?
October 2013
Comfortable flat in splendid location right on the side of the estuary with an excellent pub virtually next door.
April 2013
We though the apartment was lovely and really well equipped. It was beautifully clean and welcoming. Toad Hall Cottages were very helpful when I booked.
The Crabshell Inn
(Less than a mile)
(83)
This is a great spot to enjoy a meal or drink of two if you’re in the area, with plenty of outdoor seating taking full advantage of the glorious views over the estuary. The acclaimed menu is made up of gourmet pizzas, burgers, seafood and lots more including kids options; and the bar has a great atmosphere in the evenings with live music most Fridays.
The Crabshell Inn The Quay, Embankment Road, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JZ (T: 01548 852345)
Superb location, good food. New layout, after a refurb in Dec 23 and bought out by St Austell Brewery, very nice loads more tables and space. Recommend.
January 2024
Stunning location, excellent food, fantastic atmosphere.
September 2023
Fabulous food, great service and a beautiful view
September 2023
Disappointed. Not like how it was in 80s & 90s. Expensive.
September 2023
We love to pop in to the Crabshell in the early evening for a beer and to watch the estuary flowing in and out. We had a delicious pizza too.
July 2023
Popular attraction. Pricey but good food. Very busy on BH weekend in May and had run out of food (except pizza) when we visited. Staff friendly.
June 2023
Very friendly staff. However, over-priced
May 2023
Very lively and friendly pub and only 5 minutes walk away from The Moorings.
April 2023
Wonderful seafood platter, which was absolutely delicious. Don't be put off by the parking, it's worth the challenge!
September 2022
Good position for estuary .car park tight for larger vehicles. Had lunch a little pricey . Food good sauces stingy . Suppose paying for the view and position.
September 2022
Lovely
August 2022
Fabulous!! wonderful location, great food and good service.
August 2022
Fantastic place to eat with a great menu and very good quality food and a good selection of local drinks etc. The restaurant is in a prime location as it sits quayside so the views are fantastic and its a great place to site and relax and take in the stunning views all whist eating great food or just having a drink. The only downside is the lack of parking and the parking that is available is very tight and not easily accessible.
August 2022
Expensive
July 2022
Visited once on a Friday evening.Food and service were great.Very busy and crowded.Music from DJ far too loud and some clientele left a lot to be desired,left with food packed to go.
July 2022
The Crabshell was very convenient for us, and we enjoyed a couple of drinks there as the sun was setting
July 2022
NOT AS GOOD AS IT WAS IN THE ALTE 80`S EARLY 90`S. HAS LOST ALL ITS CHARM & CHARACTER. GOURMET CUISEINE ISNT EVERYONES CUP OF TEA AND WAS ON THE EXPENSIVE SIDE
July 2022
L9vely lication excellent service and good food.
June 2022
Lost its Character from the 80's. Not everyone likes their type of menu and plain fpod should be available too. Don't know their Whiskies from their Brandies. Expensive
June 2022
Too posh food. Nothing for those who like simple food. Don't know theirWhiskies from their Brandys. Lost its character from how it was in the 80's
June 2022
Veery expensive. Lost its character. Menu not for everyone , lacks simple meals for those who don't like "posh" food . Asked what Brandy they had and reply was " Jim Beam, Famous Grouse, Jack Daniels" ?
June 2022
Beautiful surroundings. Charming, helpful staff and superb food. Sadly parking is a real issue though. There are probably pay and displays nearby but we had a toddler and a disabled diner. A couple of excellent gins soon sorted it out though!!!!
June 2022
Food was very good. Service was quick and friendly. On some evenings the music was too loud.
June 2022
Nice place in a lovely location to have a drink and something to eat.
June 2022
Fabulous restaurant with challenging tiny car park. Take a small vehicle or walk but worth it!
June 2022
Great seafood and service
June 2022
Food is good,but could be better and is overpriced. Most staff friendly but there are a few who need to smile a bit more. Bar staff were great
June 2022
Excellent fish & chips, first time we've been able to get a table now it's first come first served
June 2022
We have visited the venue many times, never disappoints. Great location, good selection of dishes to cover most peoples dietary requirements. One of our favourite places.
May 2022
Great place to eat and relax
May 2022
Disappointed that the balcony was not open to customers ( staff only! ) We have always enjoyed sitting in the sun up there.Drinks quite costly.
May 2022
We loved the staff great atmosphere.. chicken wings and pizza a must
November 2021
Food and service excellent. Would be happy to eat here any time.
November 2021
Lovely seafood platter, enjoyed al fresco.
November 2021
Lovely location for a sundowner at the end of a day overlooking the water. Equally good for dinner - lovely food with friendly staff.
October 2021
afraid that this place has now had its day - menu choice so poor we did not eat and needs a very good clean - we always ate here when in Devon - sorry now off the list
October 2021
Beautiful location overlooking the harbour .Food very good quality .
October 2021
Went at lunchtime had excellent food. Unfortunately was booked up on the evenings we wanted to go but that shows how good it is here
September 2021
Excellent pub with very good food
September 2021
If you visit Kingsbridge the Crabshell is a must!! Delicious food, friendly staff and amazing views!!
September 2021
Excellent meal in lovely waterside location.
September 2021
Great food and atmosphere
August 2021
We visited the Crabshell one lunchtime during our weeks holiday and found the service very good and the food we had was good. Having read about their infamous pizzas we decided to have them as takeaways one night. Unfortunately we were not that impressed and thought they were overpriced.
August 2021
Need to book well in advance. Couldn’t get a table 3 weeks in advance but had takeaway pizza. These were of a good standard.
July 2021
Although very busy and unable to pre book tables, we timed our daily visits perfectly (mostly with the tides) and managed to get a table. The staff were very friendly and accommodating, food was amazing too.
July 2021
Unfortunately it was closed when we were there.
July 2021
great for coffees and snacks and paddle boarding facility, but some of the serving staff were very grumpy!!
June 2021
Great place to eat in a great location. Nicola on front of house did a great job trying to find tables for people. Staff were friendly as well.
June 2021
Really lovely food and great prices. The kids loved the pizzas in particular
November 2020
Great location, great service and the freshest fish and chips ever.
October 2020
Location is the primary reason why people visit, as on a sunny day its wonderful to sit outside. The food is good but not great, and slightly overpriced, but I would go again if visiting the area again.
October 2020
Lively place, we sat by the water and watched the tide come in. Nice selection of beers and wine, decent food but dunno why they shut the salad bar at 8.30? Vegans go to bed early, do they?
October 2020
Great food, fab service and nice location
October 2020
Very hit and miss which given the prices isn't really good enough. Crab sandwich served in a brioche bun ? Thin Mac n cheese. Probably give this a miss next time
September 2020
Fabulous views from both outside if the weather is nice and inside, the food is yummy,also we felt the handling of the ever changing rules were handled very well and we felt the cleanliness and safety precautions well thought out, the staff were friendly and very helpful,just wished it was our local pub ....
September 2020
During Covid-19 this place was initially suitably prepared when we arrived & we felt safe inside the restaurant. The food menu was great but no drinks menu- the waitress did not volunteer what was available to drink when we asked & it took us to ask her before she could advise us what was available. Food was largely excellent although several of the mussel shells were closed. The one in and out policy in the toilets was not monitored which meant it was largely ignored & these were not as clean. I think in a pre Covid 19 world, this place would be a fun experience but there seems to be quite a bit of learning required when the place is busy & some instruction on providing either a drinks or wine menu or ensuring staff know is available rather having to extract this through interrogation!
August 2020
enjoyable meal and helpful polite staff
July 2020
Great food and service!
July 2020
Parking is a problem. Limited seating. Food only average for the price. Lovely location adjacent to the river.
October 2019
Friendly and attentive service and generous well cooked dishes in a lively atmosphere.
September 2019
A warm welcome and wonderful food which was a good mixture of the known and the adventurous - something for everyone, even vegetarians!
June 2019
Have been coming here for many years and the food remains of a very high standard.
June 2019
The best meal of our holiday! And we had eaten really well and had some lovely meals. But this was something else. The food was delicious. Full of taste. Vibrant. Different. The staff were friendly, welcoming and knew their stuff.
April 2019
Amazing food and friendly staff. A great atmosphere during the summer months and warm and cosy in winter.
January 2019
Restaurant is in a great location, good seafood and dogs allowed. We had a very nice lunch.
October 2018
Good if you like pizza. On the expensive side compared with other venues
September 2018
Amazing fish platter! Loved this place so much we went twice, second time we had mussels which again were amazing
August 2018
Rubbish customer service! Rang on 2 weekend days and 2 week days. Too busy Friday and Saturday “wouldn’t even bother coming in to wait”was the comment when we telephoned each time to book for 4 on any evening. On one of the weekdays, “I’d struggle to get you even pizzas later”; on the other, “We’re not fully booked but we’re busy so can’t book you in”! Absolutely rubbish! If I could press zero stars, I would!!!
August 2018
tried to book for the Friday night but was told it was fully booked but still come along as walk in customers, we did and got a table about 20 mins later, nightmare trying to get a drink at the bar whilst waiting for the table. The chicken burger was the best. The place is very busy and a lovely atmosphere, would go there again
July 2018
Lovely location but food a bit chaotic! When we visited they had run out of several menu options but didn’t tell us when we were given the menus. Also, when one of the dishes we had ordered arrived it wasn’t as described on the menu but no explanation or apology was given. Expensive for what it was.
July 2018
Lovely place on the waterfront, good food and drinks.
July 2018
Excellent service inside because outside was, as always full, even with an England match on. Food was really good and we had a thoroughly enjoyable evening. We will return next year.
July 2018
Good food, great atmosphere with views over estuary. Very good selection of Gluten free food.
June 2018
Great food. Perfect to sit outside on a summer day
June 2018
Lovely cuppa before and after paddle boarding with Waterborn which is situated next door. Excellent waterfront location and friendly staff.
May 2018
A nice meal here. Great staff and quality food.
March 2018
Fab food and friendly staff
October 2017
Great place. We only stopped for coffee and take out from the Deli but worth a visit. Staff were very friendly and it's very dog friendly.
September 2017
We had a fantastic meal here during a paddle boarding weekend and we were definitely not disappointed. The scallops were cooked to perfection. The place has a great atmosphere as well as great food. We booked in advance which was probably a good idea as it was very busy.
September 2017
Lovely food and staff were very nice and helpful would go again.
September 2017
Lovely food and great atmosphere
May 2017
Loved the pizzas and watching paddle boarders go by.
December 2016
Love this place. Great spot on the estuary, good selection of local ales and decent food too.
December 2016
The Creeks End
(Less than a mile)
(37)
Centrally located this is a good choice for lunch, coffee or a cream tea while shopping in Kingsbridge or for a few drinks in the evening. Sit outside in the summer or enjoy the friendly bar inside, and choose from an extensive menu including children’s options.
The Creeks End Inn Squares Quay, Kingsbridge TQ7 1HZ (T: 01548 853434)
Excellent.
February 2024
Lovely food and friendly staff
October 2023
It's always a pleasure to spent time in this pub (or outside this pub, watching the world go by). An excellent selection of drinks served by friendly staff! Unable to comment on the food as didn't eat here.
September 2023
Excellent food with friendly staff
September 2023
This is the 'go to' pub for drinks and food
August 2023
Nice location at the end of the creek, but service and quality of food is not very good. OK for having a drink outside on the market square.
August 2023
Good friendly pub, with a varied selection of beverages. Unfortunately when we visited, food unavoidable.
July 2023
Excellent, Terry and all of his staff were helpful, considerate and friendly. Nothing to much trouble.
May 2023
We have just returned from our stay in Kingsbridge .. we love Creeks End and visited every day after our day out .. really friendly and welcoming staff .. highly recommend their breakfast .. looking forward to coming back next year .
May 2023
Lovely place to visit for a meal and a pint, friendly welcoming staff. The Sunday carvery is a must!
April 2023
First time here and was very pleased.Although very busy staff found a table for us and were extremely helpful with the menu.Food was good,atmosphere pleasant,a place where locals eat.
July 2022
Very welcoming pub with friendly staff. Had an excellent evening meal, the gammon was fabulous. Also had a wonderful breakfast too. Would thoroughly recommend this pub.
June 2022
The best breakfast had for while, lovely staff and to sit outside and watch the world go by was a delight.
May 2022
Been here many times on our visits to Kingsbridge, did feel that this time the quality and variety of the food was not of the usual standard.
April 2022
Excellent food and beer. Coping brilliantly with COVID restrictions. Well done!
September 2021
nice relaxing setting on the town square
September 2021
It was very ordinary the day we went for lunch. The staff were very busy but one of the younger, blonde haired waitresses spent quite a lot of time chatting to people at one table, leaving the others running around and customers waiting a long time for service. Eventually one of the other staff members asked her to get back to work and things improved a bit. Food was decent quality but just ordinary pub food, nothing special. Nice setting though.
July 2021
Good pub grub with excellent service but just as enjoyable to sit outside with a drink
May 2021
Service rather slow but we enjoyed a good cup of tea there.
April 2021
Had a lovely cream tea and coffee there too. Very attentive particularly bearing in one the Covid situation
September 2020
Excellent food and service. Great value for money. Lovely staff.
September 2020
Very welcoming and excellent supper when we visited last Friday evening.
December 2019
This is the place we had to collect the keys to our holiday accommodation. The staff were polite, cheerful and welcoming and wished us well during our stay. We ate here only once, not because we didn't like it but because we like to explore a lot and consequently eat at lots of different places. The food here was adequate, not stunning, but cooked properly and presented well (apart from not putting all the items from the menu on your plate ie the £11.95 crispy chilli beef dish my wife had was missing the bok choy and bean sprouts) but tasted delicious none-the-less and the £10.95 mushroom and cashew nut stroganoff was okay - portions were good. The atmosphere was lively, cheerful, a little noisy perhaps but not rowdy, everyone having a good time, not necessarily a good place for a quiet intimate meal for two (might be a quiet corner somewhere at the back)! There is no dedicated parking apart from the Pay and Display car park which is almost adjacent anyway (£1 minimum charge). We would certainly come again if in the area.
November 2019
Love this place, especially the live bands at the weekend. Great food and welcoming hosts.
October 2019
Fantastic Sunday Lunch - Beef cooked to perfection.
April 2019
Very friendly and reasonably priced good variety of ales and extensive menu
September 2018
Welcoming
June 2018
Good service & lovely food. Spectacular location
May 2018
had a nice evening meal in here, although a tad expensive we thought.
May 2018
Marvellous place to eat whatever time of day you choose to dine. We visited a number of times and the food was consistently excellent at reasonable prices.
May 2018
A couple of lovely evening meals here, very good menu and friendly helpful service. My husband said the local ale was super!! We shall be back next time we visit Kingsbridge. February 2018
March 2018
Good food and drinks in a friendly atmosphere
October 2017
Had Sunday lunch here. Staff very friendly & helpful & food was excellent.
June 2017
A perfect location close to our property.Friendly staff providing a 1st class service-both food and drink very good
June 2017
Love this place, friendly and good beer/food Sorry we missed Easter music nights
April 2017
popped in for a carvery, really good value and nice food. Very welcoming
February 2017
Friendly pub, good selection of pub grub and reasonably priced. Ended up having a few family meals here whilst spending a week in Kingsbridge
December 2016
Harbour House Café
(Less than a mile)
(4)
A tranquil haven in the centre of town, this vegetarian café offers breakfasts, coffees, innovative and tasty lunches, cakes and cream teas. Sit inside in the light and bright café or eat al fresco in the secluded courtyard garden.
Harbour House Café The Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (01548 855666)
Really nice vegetarian take-away menu (and you can use their tables outside)
August 2020
A lovely cafe which tempts you into the building with smells that make your mouth water. Dog friendly and small child friendly with the happiest people serving. You will not be disappointed.
June 2019
Excellent choice of well prepared vegetarian dishes. Lovely garden. Friendly staff.
July 2018
Excellent and friendly place to visit for coffee and cake
March 2017
Fika
(Less than a mile)
(10)
A bright and airy coffee shop in the heart of Kingsbridge serving speciality coffees, along with delicious breakfasts and inventive light lunches including plenty of vegan and vegetarian options.
Fika, 1 Bridge Quay House, The Quay, Kingsbridge, Devon, TQ7 1FD
Excellent service, coffee and cakes
September 2023
Lovely coffee.
September 2023
Excellent small cafe. Very friendly. Great food and coffee
August 2023
One of our absolute favourites!!! Perfect drinks, nice snacks, lovely decoration and and an absolute charming team! They gave us allways the feeling of beeing with friends - including singing a song on my birthday!
August 2023
A nice cup of coffee in a very convenient location.
June 2023
Nicely appointed coffee shop with excellent coffee.
June 2023
Visited mid afternoon for a coffee and a cake, really friendly staff and great coffee, the brunch/Lunch menu looked lovely, will return when in the area.
May 2023
Brilliant coffee feels like home terrific interior design great tasty food spotless loos
May 2022
Lovely coffee shop. Family orientated.
January 2022
We really liked Fika and visited it a couple of times for coffee and lunch. Friendly staff and interesting menu.
June 2021
The Old Bakery
(Less than a mile)
(21)
A sophisticated, friendly café and restaurant open throughout the day for coffees and cakes, tapas, drinks, bespoke cocktails or romantic candlelit dinners served either inside or in the sunny courtyards.
The Old Bakery Promenade, Kingsbridge TQ7 1JD (T: 01548 855777)
Great food, great service, great atmosphere. We visit every year and look forward to coming back again.
August 2022
A must for us every year but book in advance. Lovely food and ambience
June 2022
Excellent food and service. Limited choice of beers.
October 2021
Loved The Old Bakery, such a unique setting tucked away, a real gem. The food was excellent and reasonably priced. The service was great too. I would highly recommend this restaurant.
August 2021
Very enjoyable meal with interesting menu. Good portion sizes and friendly staff.
July 2021
We enjoyed a Tapas type of meal at the Old Bakery and found the staff helpful and friendly. Food was good and setting was interesting.
June 2021
Always visit The Old Bakery during our annual trips to Kingsbridge and we were not disappointed. They had only been open for a day but service and food were both exceptional. I thoroughly recommend.
May 2021
Wow. Such delicious food and we were made very welcome. So good we went back again the evenings after!
September 2020
Lovely quirky rustic little place to eat (out-of-season limited opening hours otherwise we would have eaten here more than once)! It is called The Old Bakery because that is literally what it is. The ovens and temp gauge are still in situ and the room is probably pretty much as it always has been but lovingly looked after and decorated. Ambient music plays from Sonos speakers to add to the modest atmosphere. (Probably quite busy in high season) Tapas menu, Persian Mediterranean influence. Really nice if you like that sort of thing! We did, it was lovely. Highly recommend a visit or two. Family friendly. Reasonable prices typically £6 to £7.50 per dish. Parking in main pay and display car park just across the road near the water.
November 2019
We had a really lovely meal here. The food was absolutely delicious and the staff very friendly.
September 2019
The Old Bakery becomes a pleasant and friendly tapas style restaurant in the evening, well worth a visit.
September 2019
Nice atmosphere, friendly service and very tasty food with decent size portions but for goodness sake stop serving the souvlaki on slates. I know the trendies say it’s cool but it’s just not hygienic
September 2019
Enjoyed evening at Old Bakery Portions were generous and all very tasty
June 2019
Interesting menu and lovely food and setting.
October 2018
Had a lovely meal in the courtyard. Very friendly service. Good atmosphere and choice of dishes.
July 2018
The Bakery was a lovely place to eat the lady owner and the staff made you feel welcome and the food was wonderful
July 2018
Amazing food and very good friendly service - we had a meal on a hot sunny evening sitting in their shady courtyard, fantastic!
July 2018
We always try to have an evening meal here and we were not disappointed this time. Extremely tasty food and cheerful and efficient service. Also within walking distance of our holiday property which is always a plus!
July 2018
Decent coffee and, in April, good hot cross buns - in a quirky and friendly environment. A pleasant place to relax.
April 2017
Popped in for breakfast one morning and was pleasantly surprised by this place which is so tucked away. Gorgeous little restaurant, interesting menu and really nice food. Wish we'd found it sooner!
February 2017
Yummy middle eastern inspired menu, great atmosphere and very welcoming staff. Really knew their stuff, we ended going back for breakfast and lunch later in the week.
December 2016
Waterborn SUP
(Less than a mile)
(9)
If the weather’s right, Stand Up Paddleboarding is a wonderful way to really embrace the beautiful environment in the South Hams. Based in Kingsbridge Waterborn SUP offers lessons, board hire and a genuinely enthusiastic introduction to the variation on surfing whether you’re a pro or a beginner. They supply high quality equipment and tuition, whilst benefiting from a pretty spectacular learning environment. They have all the equipment ready to hire, so just turn up with a big smile on your face ready to go!
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Enjoy 15% off hire with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card
We really enjoyed this as first timers. The teaching session was excellent and gave us basic paddle boarding skills and the confidence to hire out boards again at South Milton Sands during our stay.
August 2022
First time I had tried paddleboarding.Equipment and instructor were first class.Really enjoyed it so much that I tried my skills out later on in my holiday and am a convert,now planning more.
July 2022
Excellent tuition from Kate and very enjoyable
June 2022
Went here as a family of five and had a great time paddle boarding.Well looked after by Crispin and Steve. Great fun as well once you sort your wobbly legs out.
June 2021
My Son & I had a great time taking part in this for the 1st time. Crispin was very caring, patient and a brilliant instructor. It poured of rain but it remained warm despite the early start! This did not dampen our enthusiasm & Crispin did offer to curtail the 1 of the 2 hours and refund us but we were enjoying ourselves far too much! We both ended up in the estuary for a swim anyway! Absolutely brilliant 2 hours & highly recommended.
August 2020
Our two hour early morning session was absolutely brilliant, thank you Crispin, we'll be back!
August 2019
Fantastic early morning session with Crispin - got us two oldies up on our feet paddling around the Kingsbridge estuary - what a fabulous way to start the day. Five star - would like to do it again.
May 2018
Very enjoyable - will definitely do it again. Crispin was very helpful.
September 2017
Thank you Crispin for a fab family lesson introducing us and our 3 girls to paddle boarding
May 2017
Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry
(Less than a mile)
(18)
Much more than just a ferry service, the Kingsbridge Salcombe Ferry provides an unforgettable experience for anyone visiting South Devon, capturing the essence of the Kingsbridge Estuary and Salcombe Harbour from the safety and comfort of a Maritime and Coastguard agency approved vessel. Harbour Cruises, Creeks Cruises and other special events are available but all services are tide dependent so check the timetable on their website in advance for running times.
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An integral part of our holiday, er always treat the ferry as a miniature cruise.
October 2023
We caught the ferry twice, firstly in the sunshine, and we enjoyed the scenery, we caught the bus back too which was very easy. The second time it was a bit chilly so the lovely lady on the boat gave us a cosy blanket for the journey. It’s good not to have to park in Salcombe too.
July 2023
Fabulous but a bit on the pricey side
August 2022
First time on this new ferry,had been on old one several times.Did not disappoint.Crew were pleasant,informative and spent time talking with everyone.
July 2022
Great trip
July 2022
GREAT BOAT AND FRIENDLY STAFF . NOT ENOUGH CREEK ETC CRUISES. WAS EXPENSIVE £11 FOR ONE WAY
July 2022
A must for first timers to the area in particular but we have been coming for many years and still do the trip. Pretty ride and the couple operating it were very friendly and helpful, particularly helping my husband on and off the boat. Bit pricey but we went down on the boat and back on our free bus passes so we weren’t really restricted on ferry times
June 2022
Lovely but expensive. Lacked Creek Cruises, during our stay. Only 2 were on offer.
June 2022
Lovely trip down to Salcombe. Louise was a very good host and had lots of useful information
June 2022
Excellent service to Salcombe. It was a lovely way to travel to Salcombe- without the traffuc! We got the bus back as the tide wasn’t in again until much later, but that was very easy too.
June 2022
Excellent if rather breezy return from Salcombe. Would definitely use again when we visit next June
September 2021
very pleasant boat ride back into Salcombe
September 2021
Enjoyable boat trip to Salcombe .
September 2021
Quite expensive but a really enjoyable way of getting to Salcombe for a day out. More fun than driving. Can return by bus to Kingsbridge or West Alvington if necessary
August 2021
Staff on board extremely friendly and approachable. Great way to get to salcombe. No return only if you wish to come straight back. We caught the bus back to kingsbridge
August 2021
Lovely return trip from Salcombe, friendly, helpful crew. Prompt, efficient service, just a little bit pricey.
July 2021
Sadly it wasn't running when we were there, very disappointing!!!
April 2021
An enjoyable trip down to Salcombe
October 2020
Harbour House Art Gallery
(Less than a mile)
(3)
Had a delicious and relaxing lunch-would certainly return.
September 2019
Great Place for Great Art with an ever changing selection of exhibitions. It seems to be the beating heart of Kingsbridge.
June 2019
A decent enough café, with reasonable coffee and a pleasant ambience, alongside a local art gallery with (when we visited) an eclectic mix of art and artifacts. And if you're into yoga, my guess is that any type of yoga you can imagine is available here. If the weather's nice, the rear courtyard garden is quite pleasant, too.
April 2017
South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty Walks and Trails
(Less than a mile)
(13)
We have said it before and we will say it again, the reason South Devon attracts so many visitors and captures their hearts is because it really is a phenomenally beautiful part of the world, and as such is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in many areas. So walking is a great pleasure when you’re on holiday here, especially as there are over 40 routes in the AONB itself, ranging in length from two to 12 miles. They are a wonderful opportunity to explore the wildlife, archaeology and history of South Devon, as well as the views and scenery along the way.
Beautiful walks everywhere with stunning views along the coastal path
September 2023
Lots of places to access coastal path. We joined it from Start point and visited the lighthouse.
July 2023
Stunning array of various walks around the area - consult the web site for some easy to follow routes. Very steep in places but the scenery is worth it.
October 2021
Stunning scenery and beautiful, sometimes challenging hikes on the coast path stretches. I was very lucky I had gorgeous weather.
September 2021
Wonderful walk in the sunshine along the coastal path from Garra Rock to Mill Bay. Well signposted. The road to Garra Rock is not for the fainthearted!
September 2021
Fantastic circular walk from East Portlemouth (catch the water taxi first from Salcombe) then follow the coastal path through woods and out on to stunning cliff top views for two miles until you reach Gara Rock Hotel which is something special then take the shorter return walk downhill through the woods.
July 2021
The coastal paths are wonderful.
July 2021
Bantham to Thurlestone Walk is lovely. Also the walk out to the lighthouse would recommend!
October 2020
Our apartment owners recommended Bolberry Down as somewhere to park ( NT Car Park) and enjoy the super views, even in the rain. It proved to be an excellent suggestion and we found paths from the Car Park that were easy to walk as well as the Oceans Restaurant which was good apart from not offering their sandwich menu during Sunday Lunch.
October 2019
Whether you want a strenuous walk or a gentle stroll there are wonderful coastal and countryside walks in this area of Devon.
September 2019
Visit to the East Soar walkers hut with its self service cream tea is a must as part of a circular work in that area
September 2018
Outstanding restaurant. Have ben using it since 2005 and always book beforehand to ensure a table. Friendly staff and reasonably priced. Ready to book for next year.
September 2018
Walked the South West Coastal path from Plymouth to Hope Cove - fantastic!
April 2017
Singing Paddles
(Less than a mile)
(5)
What a treat, lovely experience with a well informed guide.
June 2023
Great evening paddle with Dave for our family of four, all enjoyed very much.
July 2021
We feel incredibly lucky and privileged to have been on Slapton Ley with Singing Paddles. Our guide was really informative and kept it interesting enough to keep our 8 year old engaged. We learned so much about the history of the Ley, about it's eco-diversity and the various conservation projects. Highly recommend.
April 2021
Very professional
December 2016
Have been on several tours with Singing Paddles and have always enjoyed them. Really good fun and feels like you had a good workout by the end!
December 2016
Sunny Cove
(3 miles)
(7)
Accessed either by boat, via a 10-minute walk through the woods from parking at Mill Bay, or a stroll from the Salcombe to East Portlemouth Ferry, Sunny Cove is a sandy beach which, as you might expect, catches the sun throughout the day, weather pending. It’s on the East Portlemouth side of the Salcombe Estuary opposite North Sands beach and Fort Charles, the ruined fortification that was originally constructed during the reign of Henry VIII to defend the Kingsbridge Estuary against French and Spanish Pirates. It’s a relatively gentle spot for swimming and ideal for picnics, lazy summer afternoons, and reaching on kayaks and paddle boards from other nearby beaches as well as being the perfect spot for building sandcastles. That said, the tide can come in quite quickly so make sure you don’t get caught out and be careful of the swell when bringing boats into the beach. Head there for the day in the summer or as a stop off en route to the café at Gara Rock or a longer walk along the coast path towards Prawle Point. Dogs are welcome all year round but keep in mind that there aren’t any facilities in the immediate vicinity (it would be a 10-15-minute walk along wooded footpaths) so take your sandwiches with you!
Gorgeous, quiet and very clean beach.
June 2023
Stunning bay ,Quiet and secluded
October 2021
Lovely little beach worth the walk or paddle!
July 2021
We didn’t know about this. Whilst appreciating the need to keep things to a minimum, local information like this could have been uploaded digitally. We made 2 attempts to locate a beach without success.
October 2020
The beach and the views were superb
September 2019
A nice sandy beach, crowded on a sunny day. but access quite tricky - a long walk for children if no room in the NT car park, and then a long walk back afterwards.
August 2019
Best reached by direct boat access but easy enough walk from ferry or mill bay car park. Our favourite beach.
August 2018
Mill Bay
(4 miles)
(29)
Lovely little beach with with views across the bay to Salcombe
October 2023
Stunning! Great car park, perfect for dogs, at low tide you can walk along the beach to east portlemouth and Venus cafe.
September 2023
Lovely quiet beach, clean beach & sea
July 2023
Lovely place to spend some time.
July 2023
Lovely clean beach with great views
May 2023
Lovely clean beach, easily accessible from our holiday cottage.
July 2022
Bit of a walk but well worth it - spacious beach, fabulous views and shallow waters.
June 2022
Brilliant beach 3 miles from the cottage
June 2022
Gorgeous little Bay close to where we were staying our dog. Loved fetching his ball in and out the water. Very pretty spot.
April 2022
Lovely beach and you can walk to Gara rock from here and along beach to the ferry crossing to salcombe
March 2022
Great beach. Bumpy access road as sand has blown across it. Slightly marred by 1-2 selfish dog owners who have left their calling cards
November 2021
We were lucky enough to spend 3 days on this beautiful beach. Fabulous place ??
September 2021
Fantastic beach one of the best in the area. Have to get to car park (National Trust) very early if you don't want to carry all your stuff to the beach.
September 2021
We attempted to drive to Mill Bay car park- not a good idea in August! No parking spaces, no turning points. We tried another day, parking at Gara Rock and asking down the bridle path. We have a disabled granddaughter, the walk down was manageable but the return walk was much more difficult. Beautiful beach and worth the walk.
September 2021
Lovely, clean, sandy beach in wonderful location with beautiful views and easy access from Salcombe via the East Portlemouth ferry.
August 2021
Lovely beach, clear water
July 2021
Lovely beach for children to play on.
June 2021
Favourite beach going back to my childhood. The road to it was closed due to a land slip in January. Talked to the workmen who said it was due to reopen November 2020.
October 2020
Lovely beach but this year overrun with people arriving by motor boat- so it felt a little worrying for kids to swim out among them,(and frankly it spoilt the view) and engine noise/fumes at the end of the day as everyone left!
September 2020
Wonderful
September 2019
I endorse all of the other favourable comments and emphasise the urgent need to make the lavatories hygienic. In fact all of the public conveniences are anything but convenient.
September 2019
Lovely beach, handy to have little food caravan selling crepes, drinks and ice cream, good quality too. The toilets were disgusting though and should have been cleaned more regularly, also waste bins overflowing.
August 2019
Great place for a day on the beach. Safe and dog friendly
August 2019
Lovely large sandy beach, perfect for young children who want to play in the strem and build dams, or play in the sea without large waves!
July 2019
Great beach
October 2018
A fabulous beach. Especially great fun at low tide for a water loving Labrador. We enjoyed our visits here. We also loved the passenger ferry from here to Salcombe. Beautiful beach.
October 2018
Beautiful beach lovely and clean. Small car park free to N.T. members. Highly recommended. Drawback no immediate café available. Venus café nearest but a trek if not mobile.
September 2018
Lovely beach well worth a visit. Dog friendly as well. Well worth the £7-50 national trust car parking fee.
July 2018
amazing beach, dog friendly, only downside is the toilets near the National Trust hut are very poor
July 2018
North Sands, Salcombe
(4 miles)
(17)
The first beach as you walk along the Cliff Road out of Salcombe, North Sands sits in a valley and is a sandy horseshoe shaped beach that’s expansive at low tide. Thanks to its shape and location, it’s extremely popular in the summer because there’s plenty of space to set up camp for the day with buckets, spades and fishing nets in tow for avid marine biologists and sand castle connoisseurs. The beach has a fresh water stream running through it from the top of the valley, which, aside from providing hours of entertainment for accompanying dogs and a marvellous place to wash the sand off your feet, also means that the beach is largely wet sand, so don’t forget to take something to sit on if you’re heading there for the day. Popular with swimmers, despite the chilly water, North Sands provides a wonderful view out of the mouth of the Salcombe estuary and into the deep blue yonder so, for keen photographers, it’s ideal. If the weather is right then it’s a favourite amongst body boarders or even surfers on choppier days, and it’s a great place to take the paddle boards and kayaks if you happen to have them. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round, unlike many of the beaches in the area, there are toilets over the road and there’s a car park with charges from £1 throughout the year. The cherry on top of this beautiful location is The Winking Prawn café and restaurant that’s right next to the beach. Open all year round they serve everything from breakfast, lunch and dinner to coffee, tea and cake, and in the summer they provide a barbecue in the garden overlooking the sea. It is popular though so leave a little time to queue for that Salcombe Dairy honeycomb ice cream in the height of summer!
A wonderful sheltered bay, the sea is so clean and lovely to swim in. Disabled access and dog friendly with the lovely cafe close by.
October 2023
Very nice beach. Very clean.
July 2023
Swim here daily when in Salcombe.
June 2023
A great dog friendly beach. Check the tide times, go at low tide, makes a fabulous beach to look for shells, relax in the sun, and walk in the stuff with your dog.
May 2023
Excellent beach for dogs
May 2023
Nice beach it's great dog friendly beach
May 2023
What a beautiful place to walk to along Coast Road from Salcombe town. The view through the trees to the amazing colour of the water is breathtaking and North Sands is spectacular. We could have sat just people watching all day. The winking prawn is a lovely place for a drink or bite to eat.
July 2022
Lovely beach which is a quick walk down from the property, food and toilets but neither used.
July 2022
Brilliant beach for all the family within walking distance of cottage. Car park and toilets nearby.
May 2022
Fantastic clean beach. Dog friendly
September 2021
Excellent clean and safe dog friendly beach. Very friendly and helpful locals.
May 2021
Lovely clean family friendly beach
July 2020
Lovely beach , easily accessible , particularly with elderly members in the party .
September 2019
North Sands is a wonderful beach great for families, the winking prawn restaurant is great for anything from snacks to a full meal stunning views out to sea
October 2018
Very nice beach for dog lovers and good café.
July 2018
Gorgeous, just stunning! Brilliant beach, fabulous cafe (Winking Prawn) and good priced car park! Love, love, love it!!
August 2017
Superb safe and stunningly picturesque
June 2017
South Sands, Salcombe
(4 miles)
(6)
Bit too far to cycle from centre of Salcombe for a swim, but do visit regularly. Used to stay at Bolt Head when it was an hotel, so remember it fondly.
June 2023
The new Harbour hotel at South Sands has wonderful views over the estuary and is worth stopping there for a quick lunch before continuing up to the overbecks
April 2023
North Sands better for beach but South Sands cafe and tractor/ferry are great.
June 2022
Rude staff on ferry - expecting people to wear mask on an outdoor boat trip ! Made to feel like we were an inconvenience- very poor.
August 2021
Great - kids loved the big building Site
August 2020
A beautiful sandy beach that is superb for children as you have to go out quite a way before the water gets deep. Water sports available. Access is via very narrow lanes so be prepared to reverse and parking is very limited.
July 2017
South Milton Sands
(4 miles)
(45)
A long stretch of sand broken only by the South Milton Ley freshwater reed bed, South Milton Sands is a dramatic beach that’s exposed to the elements, making it something of a chameleon throughout the year. Rugged in its beauty, there’s nothing quite like watching the sun set at this beach behind an iconic rock archway in the water; it really is spectacular, particularly if you do so over dinner in the summer months from The Beach Café, a small but perfectly formed restaurant and café that’s perched just above the sand. If you want a table inside then you really do have to book this one, but if the weather is fine then eating outside is a joy. The beach is sandy and popular on windy days with kite surfers and windsurfers, but in calmer weather is perfect for a summer swim. Dogs are welcome at South Milton throughout the year, there’s a National Trust car park by the beach which costs from £5 for the day, £3 after 4pm or is free for National Trust members. There are also toilets nearby. It’s also worth knowing that in the summer months lifeguards are in situ from 6th July until 8th September, keeping everyone safe in the sun, sea and sand. When the weather is less conducive to sitting and admiring the view, South Milton is perfectly placed for a stroll along the coast path either towards Hope Cove and around towards Salcombe if you fancy making a day of it, or in the opposite direction you can walk towards Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. It’s a wonderful place to explore and watch Devon’s wildlife in all its glory.
We love this all year round very dog friendly beach. Great even when the tide in. Plenty of parking and a great cafe to boot.
October 2023
Beautiful beach and we had the added bonus of the Rockbox pop up bar being directly behind. If you are staying in hope cove it is worth the 20 minute walk to get here as much better than the hope cove beaches, also has toilet facilities.
September 2023
Lovely sandy beach, easy parking and clean beach
September 2023
Great beach for swimming , paddle boarding and playing with the dog. very good access to food and drink outlets.
September 2023
Lovely location. Walk from Banthan, thru Thurlestone on to South Milton
July 2023
A lovely family beach to enjoy rock pooling with the children.national trust carpark free for members.
July 2023
Beautiful beach, easy access, with lovely cafe and toilets near by.
June 2023
Beautiful beach with sand and rock pools. Canoes etc available to hire at reasonable prices and cafe with great food and drink
June 2023
Beautiful beach for all the family . Dog friendly and good for SUP's and canoes etc.
August 2022
Beautiful beach and safe water.
July 2022
Very clean, Fantastic dog friendly beach
May 2022
very good beach, dog friendly. the road access is via single car lanes with passing places, this seems to work early season apr/may but could be fun in the high season.
May 2022
Wonderful sandy dog friendly beach
May 2022
Lovely walk across the beach
October 2021
Lovely beach. Great for dogs too. The car park is owned by national trust and if you don’t have any money for the parking you need to download the app. Problem there is no signal once you are there to pay for your parking! Best bring change.
September 2021
We walked along to this beach and found it to be a very pleasant.
September 2021
Lovely, clean and not busy
September 2021
Lovely Beach!
July 2021
fantastic beach - safe and so clean - could hardly believe how clears the water was !
July 2021
Lovely beach. Great catering facilities and clean, free lavatories. The car park is large and as a member of the National Trust parking was free (usually £6)
July 2021
Beautiful sandy beach. Large well organised NT car park which filled up quickly on a sunny weekend. Younger family members enjoyed hiring a paddle board for half an hour. Wet suits a good idea!
June 2021
Lovely sandy beach.
June 2021
lovely area
May 2021
Perfect beach for early morning dog walks.
May 2021
Lovely beach with fantastic cafe
April 2021
Fabulous beach, we loved our walks in the morning and early evening
October 2020
Really lovely long stretch of uncrowded sandy beach, ample parking, clear water.
October 2020
Beach is beautiful but steep to walk down from the car park
September 2020
Perfect safe and sandy beach. Lovely and fairly easy walk to/from Hope Cove with great views along the way.
August 2020
Fabulous sandy beach with lots of rock pools to explore at low tide. Ideal for children and dig friendly too
August 2019
Fantastic to be able to walk dogs down there. Nice cafe. Could do with dog poo bag bins on or near beach Car parking expensive just to be on beach for half an hour
August 2019
Great beach! Also we enjoyed being able to rent paddle boards.
August 2019
South Milton sands is a beautiful beach. Arrive early to get a good parking space as it does get quite busy. The beach is sand and shingle. £5 per day for parking, great value. The only shame is that there were too many paddle boards getting in the way of swimmers. Maybe a cordened off area for swimmers would be better.
August 2019
We walked over from Hope Cove and found it a pretty unattractive beach with a massive pipe leading out to sea and a horrible sewage smell. Happy we hadn't bothered to go there for a day out!
July 2019
We loved this beach and returned a number of times during our stay. Safe shallow water for the family with some good waves for body-boarding as the tide came in and friendly life guards in attendance all day! Easy access from the car park - facilities nearby and dog friendly - everything we needed! We also enjoyed the cliff top walk to nearby hope cove on one afternoon.
July 2019
A lovely beach with plenty to look at. Dogs are allowed - very good for children if supervised.
June 2019
Lovely beach, stunning views and a safe place for children to rock pool, and swim. Spoiled for us by the large numbers of kite surfers dominating the water along with the surf school who took little account of those families enjoying the beach ordering people out of the water when they had a schooling session on. Words were had. They need to understand it isn't their property and if people want to enjoy the beach, they need to move to a spot where they aren't bothering people. Good car parking and a nice little cafe selling cakes/flapjacks and coffee with WC next to it, so beach-goers are well catered for. Could have done without the thump thump music and bar flies in shades but that's typical of many such places these days. On the whole a great beach with decent accessibility via car or foot and preferable in many ways to the larger beach at Thurlestone during peak times, and preferable to the beaches at Hope Cove when busy.
June 2019
great beach only bad thing is its owned by the national trust and parking is £5.00 no matter how short or long you want to stay no option of paying by the hour
October 2018
A great beach but at £5 a day to visit (National Trust!) rather expensive. Variable rate better.
October 2018
Excellent beach, well maintained and dogs allowed all year round. Great range of activities to enjoy from swimming, snorkelling, SUP, kite surfing, kayaking and scrambling when the tide is out. Loved it and will return
June 2018
Amazin beach - especially when the tide goes out and all the rock pools come out to play!!! Shame about the coarse 'sand', but that can't be helped; just get some shingle shoes. If you want sand go to North Sands or Bantham!
August 2017
A glorious beach! Dog friendly, sandy, rock pools at the far end. Parking handy, spectacular views - the stone arch beats Durdle Door in my mind..... Delightful. Loved it.
July 2017
Fabulous dog friendly beach with amazing views
June 2017
Beautiful.
May 2017
Fantastic sandy beach for everything, rock pools, building sandcastles body boarding.
April 2017
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