Key Features
- Property code: 4BOUCH
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 11am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Returning property for March 2024! Now re-available following a wonderful refurbishment!
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Fallapit Estate, 4 Bouchard offers stylish, open-plan accommodation that is centrally located within easy driving distance of all of the South Hams best beaches, coastal walks and attractions.
The charming property enjoys a spacious open-plan living kitchen dining space complete with vaulted ceilings and French doors which open directly onto its own private terrace, the perfect spot for a morning coffee or barbecue. There is a brand-new kitchen fitted with high-quality integrated appliances leading onto the dining area and a comfortable lounge area complete with a log-burner effect gas fire making this spacious room the perfect place for the whole family to congregate or a nice romantic getaway. All three bedrooms are light and airy. The large master bedroom has a super-kingsize bed, smart TV and its own private outdoor terrace with en-suite bathroom making this the perfect spot to relax and unwind.
As well as its two private terraces, guests are free to roam the 20 acres of breathtaking communal grounds that make up the estate including woodland areas and a peaceful seating area overlooking the lake, ideal for soaking up the evening sun.
The Estate is located on the outskirts of the village of East Allington which is home to a great village pub (walkable within ten minutes). Located within an idyllic rural setting, it is within 20 minutes’ drive of all of the South Hams best beaches and less than 10 minutes from Kingsbridge and 20 minutes to Dartmouth & Salcombe. It is also a great base for walking holidays located conveniently between the stunning coastal paths and scenic Dartmoor.
The grounds, location and space on offer make 4 Bouchard the perfect choice for a group of friends, a family or indeed a couple to escape to at any time of the year.
Please note this property is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with severe walking difficulties - please request a copy of the access statement for further details.
Key Features
- Property code: 4BOUCH
- Preferred changeover day: Saturday
- Check in: 4pm
- Check out: 11am
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Access statement available
- Central heating
- Parking (see description for details)
- Dishwasher
- Garden or outside space
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Nearby shop
- Tumble dryer
- Village
- Washing machine
- WiFi
Description
Returning property for March 2024! Now re-available following a wonderful refurbishment!
Nestled in the heart of the picturesque Fallapit Estate, 4 Bouchard offers stylish, open-plan accommodation that is centrally located within easy driving distance of all of the South Hams best beaches, coastal walks and attractions.
The charming property enjoys a spacious open-plan living kitchen dining space complete with vaulted ceilings and French doors which open directly onto its own private terrace, the perfect spot for a morning coffee or barbecue. There is a brand-new kitchen fitted with high-quality integrated appliances leading onto the dining area and a comfortable lounge area complete with a log-burner effect gas fire making this spacious room the perfect place for the whole family to congregate or a nice romantic getaway. All three bedrooms are light and airy. The large master bedroom has a super-kingsize bed, smart TV and its own private outdoor terrace with en-suite bathroom making this the perfect spot to relax and unwind.
As well as its two private terraces, guests are free to roam the 20 acres of breathtaking communal grounds that make up the estate including woodland areas and a peaceful seating area overlooking the lake, ideal for soaking up the evening sun.
The Estate is located on the outskirts of the village of East Allington which is home to a great village pub (walkable within ten minutes). Located within an idyllic rural setting, it is within 20 minutes’ drive of all of the South Hams best beaches and less than 10 minutes from Kingsbridge and 20 minutes to Dartmouth & Salcombe. It is also a great base for walking holidays located conveniently between the stunning coastal paths and scenic Dartmoor.
The grounds, location and space on offer make 4 Bouchard the perfect choice for a group of friends, a family or indeed a couple to escape to at any time of the year.
Please note this property is not suitable for wheelchair users or those with severe walking difficulties - please request a copy of the access statement for further details.
Entrance hall leading through to the open plan kitchen dining living space.
Kitchen area with electric oven, gas hob, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave, washer (all Neff) and a Bosch Tassimo coffee maker (guests to provide their own coffee pods).
Dining area with table to seat six.
Lounge area with log-burner effect gas fire, ‘L’ shaped sofa and Smart TV.
Family bathroom with walk-in shower, WC, hand basin, heated towel rail and bath with handheld shower attachment.
Master bedroom with 6ft super-king size bed and door to private terrace. En suite shower room with walk-in shower, WC, hand basin and heated towel rail.
Bedroom Three with two 3ft beds.
Bedroom Two with 5ft king-size bed and tumble dryer in cupboard.
To the front there is a paved terrace furnished with garden table chairs and bench, enclosed to approx. 3ft height. Charcoal barbecue (guests to provide own charcoal and clean after use).
There is a further private terrace accessed from the master bedroom.
Guests are also free to explore the 20 acres of communal grounds that make up the estate, including woodland areas and a beautiful lake with a decked seating area which again is furnished with outdoor tables and chairs.
East Allington is a small but lively village served by The Fortescue Arms pub, with its lovely cottage garden in the summer and welcoming open fires in the winter. It was in the village church, in 1943, that the local people of East Allington and the surrounding area were told they were to be evacuated. The evacuation involved around 3000 people including entire farmsteads and all their animals. At the time people were kept in the dark about why, however it was because the nearby beach at Slapton Sands had been chosen by the War Office as a site for the troops to rehearse the D-Day landings. This was known as “Exercise Tiger” and sadly in a tragic twist, the rehearsing troops came under a surprise attack which resulted in the loss of 749 American soldiers in a single night.
The village is just 3 miles from the pretty market town of Kingsbridge, set at the head of the Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary. The town has an array of shops, pubs, cafés, a cinema plus two supermarkets, so it’s the perfect place for stocking up on groceries, gifts and treats.
There’s also a choice of nearby beaches, including the 3 mile long, Slapton Sands at Torcross, the picturesque Blackpool Sands and the popular surf spots of Bigbury-on-Sea and Bantham. It’s also worth taking a drive along the dramatic coastal road from Torcross to the historic naval town of Dartmouth, or spending the day in nearby Totnes to experience its regular food and flea markets.
A holiday cottage in East Allington is perfectly situated to make the most of your stay in the beautiful South Hams.
Designated parking for one car. Further visitor’s spaces available within the estate.
There is no electricity in the parking area for the charging of an electric vehicle, please check your nearest charge points prior to booking.
- Included: Bed linen and towels (Guests must provide their own beach towels), gas central heating. Travel cot and high-chair.
- Internet and Telephone: Wi-Fi. There is no landline telephone available and mobile reception is dependent upon your provider. Please check with your provider prior to booking.
- Pets: Pets are not permitted at this property.
- Electric Vehicles: Please note this property does not have suitable facilities for charging electric vehicles.
- Short Breaks: Short breaks are not available at this property.
- Local facilities: Numerous beaches within 15-20 minute drive. Pub 1 mile. Village shop 1 mile. Kingsbridge with all facilities 4 miles. Dartmouth 8 miles. Totnes 7 miles. Salcombe 9 miles.
The Fortescue Arms
(Less than a mile)
(21)
The Fortescue Arms is a popular meeting place for locals, and visitors are always given a warm welcome. The beamed ceilings, candlelit restaurant and open fires create a cosy atmosphere in the winter and the quiet, comfortable garden makes for the perfect place to dine al fresco in the summer.
The Fortescue Arms East Allington TQ9 7RA (T: 01548 521215)
Excellent Sunday lunch on Christmas Eve, a friendly and welcoming 'local'.
January 2024
We booked & were asked to pre-order as there were 8 of us. Very warm & friendly welcome, nice atmosphere. Good ,traditional pub food & excellent service. Really enjoyed the evening. Dog friendly, too. Excellent value. They do have a children's menu, too, though not on the website.
October 2023
Lovely pub with very good and reasonably priced Sunday roasts. Booking essential
September 2023
A lovely village pub with great food and friendly staff.
August 2023
We always visited this pub twice each time we stay in south devon. The owners are really delightful and they serve a very good meal, particularly sunday lunch. It retains it's village patronage which makes it even more special. A perfect place to eat and drink.
June 2023
We visited for an evening meal. The food was excellent. It is quite a small pub and seems to be quite popular. We went on a Wednesday evening in May and managed to get a table without a reservation but there wasn't much space left so it is probably best to reserve in advance. The landlady was quite friendly and we also got chatting to some of the locals.
June 2023
Adrian and Ian run a great pub with wonderful service and lovely food. if you get the chance go for Sunday lunch which is outstanding!
March 2023
Great food and close to Fallapit Estate meaning only a short walk.
July 2022
Lovely pub, good food and within easy walking from where we were staying. Friendly landlord who seemed to cope single handed even though it was quite busy.
June 2022
Best pub for food for miles! Landlord really friendly and helpful. We always go there at least once when in South Hams.
September 2021
We stopped for an afternoon drink in the garden and were met by very helpful and pleasant landlords. We admired their beautiful flower tubs and had a pleasant few hours in the sunshine.
September 2021
Lovely local pub with super friendly staff and good pub grub!
August 2021
Very friendly, good food.
July 2021
Fantastic Pub with a great owners who go out of there way to make sure you have a great time, lovely food and selection of wines would highly recommended! Sunday lunch not to missed.
June 2021
Very friendly, great food - thanks for your hospitality to us humans and our hounds!
August 2018
Really good food, excellent service and great value for mone
July 2018
Really welcoming pub that fitted us in for Sunday lunch even though they were fully booked and it was a great lunch!
September 2017
The menu is a bit limited. There seemed to be a lot of varieties of pie and chips. As it happened the pie I chose was top notch. Just a shame that it didn't go with mash instead. I didn't ask if I could have that to be fair. Having a separate vegetarian menu was great.
September 2017
We had Sunday lunch here on Easter Sunday, it was delicious! My party of 7 eat out a lot, and are picky - I can thoroughly recommend this pub.
May 2017
Friendly atmosphere and food very good.
May 2017
Lovely pub with great food, in a wonderful village with some fantastic walks through the countryside
March 2017
Salcombe Brewery
(2 miles)
For a unique beer tasting experience, take a tour with Salcombe Brewery Co. at their Kingsbridge Brewhouse with incredible views over the Devon hills towards the Salcombe estuary. Try the range of beers on offer and meet the brewers who make them with tours taking place every Thursday 15.00 - 17.00. Tickets £10pp, book online or buy in store. The Brewery Shop is open Monday – Friday 10.00 - 16.00 and Saturday 10.00 – 14.00.
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Enjoy 10% off in the Brewhouse shop with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card (excludes Brewery Tours and Brew Days)
Avon Mill Garden Centre & Café
(3 miles)
(27)
A great place to stop for coffee or a meal after browsing the plants and gifts at this attractive riverside garden centre. Delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and cream teas are all served in the warm and comfortable café with outdoor seating for sunny days.
Avon Mill Garden Centre & Café Woodleigh Road, Loddiswell TQ7 4DD (T: 01548 550338)
Nice lunch!
September 2023
Excellent food. Lovely garden centre. Visit here every year when we come to Devon.
August 2023
Worth a visit.
July 2023
Lovely unusual place with an outdoor cafe but undercover. Interesting little shops. Right by the river.
July 2023
We have visited the cafe and shops here regularly and are most impressed. Staff and service is excellent.
June 2023
Very nice garden centre and good cafe if looking for a place to eat. Just be aware it’s quite a steep hill to walk back up to Loddiswell, but you can also drive there.
April 2023
Lovely garden centre with good cafe. Does get busy at lunch time.
July 2022
Enjoyed our visits here, very nice, if a little expensive.
April 2022
Excellent catering, but let down by the range of plants. Perhaps due to the time of year ( early October and the effects of the pandemic ). Interesting range of crafts and gifts to browse.
October 2021
A lovely find. Nice cafe. Small garden centre with shops and lovely walks along the river
October 2021
Great food in the cafe and interesting craft shops to explore.
July 2021
Fantastic garden centre, and food was great. However needed to show clearer instructions on how to order.
July 2021
Lovely setting and friendly staff but the cafe did not cater well for vegans. Charged extra for jam on a teacake even though they had no dairy free spread to replace the butter. The lunches looked like they might be more vegan friendly and they are dog friendly though which is good
June 2021
Fantastic.
June 2021
Always a pleasure to visit here, cafe is fab!
May 2021
Slightly underwhelmed overall. Gallery was good. Covid restrictions did not help the cafe experience. Plants overpriced and limited.
October 2020
Great outdoor space, observing the C-19 regulations. Good menu. Soup was lovely but we didnt like the wooden spoons so took our own 2nd visit.
October 2020
Great place for a pit stop after walking down to the River Avon from Loddiswell - lovely coffee and cake!
August 2020
This is the a lovely place to visit in a beautiful setting. Lovely shops and gallery.The garden centre was so pretty with healthy plants in good displays. Fantastic cafe for a cream tea.
April 2019
Lovely garden centre with other little shops on the grounds and a great cafe.
August 2018
nice garden centre with plenty of park land to exercise your dog. Good café with excellent service.
July 2018
Delicious cream teas with gigantic warm scones. Beautiful riverside waalks nearby. Dog friendly.
April 2018
Lovely breakfasts and very friendly service. Highly recommended.
July 2017
Lovely garden centre with some additional shops. Enjoyed our Devon cream tea in the cafe - 2 scones par cream tea and the scones were large!
June 2017
Located in a lovely area. Reminiscent of other multi purpose garden centres although on a smaller scale. Cafe does very good scones.
May 2017
An upmarket garden centre with associated other 'outlets'. A very pleasant cash extraction facility, should you have an upmarket garden and/or excess cash.
April 2017
Nice food, very busy when we went and had to queue for a while. Nice conservatory room, definitely a good place for breakfasts or afternoon tea.
April 2017
The New Inn - Morleigh
(3 miles)
(3)
With an interesting history dating back to the17th Century, The New Inn is a good place to stop for simple yet high quality food and a good selection of quality wines and real ales. Famous locally for its delicious steaks and homemade puddings, there are lots of cosy corners to sit with a pint or chat to the locals.
The New Inn Back Rd, Moreleigh, Totnes TQ9 7JH (T: 01548 821326)
went there again! had a great meal a very warm welcome from Jeremy, Bridget's steaks are historic would recommend as a must go to Pub!
March 2023
Great pub with a welcoming landlord, fab steaks!
June 2021
We had dinner at the New Inn on our first night staying at nearby Preston House Cottage. We prebooked a table as when we had been before it was very busy. We had a lovely table in the dining area past the bar which only has 4 tables and a lovely roaring fire. We were able to take our dog in this area too. The food was lovely and portions huge! There didn’t appear to be a highchair (we weren’t offered one for our toddler), but I had a portable booster seat in the car. The other issue was no baby changing facilities so we had to change him either on the floor in the toilets or on the toilet seat (very hard with a wriggling toddler). My husband went to change him at one point (as we share this responsibility) and the men’s toilets are outside so it was really cold. Couldn’t fault the atmosphere, food or staff though.
March 2019
The Old Inn
(3 miles)
(4)
This conveniently placed country pub, originally built in the 14th century and today offering good quality locally sourced food is a great place to stop off and enjoy lunch, dinner or a traditional Devon cream tea. Ample parking, friendly staff and a large garden add to the appeal.
The Old Inn Halwell TQ9 7JA (T: 01803 712329)
Lovely family meal, good choice of traditional pub meals at reasonable cost, dog friendly.
July 2023
Had a wonderful meal here the steak was superb
September 2020
Absolutely lovely pub, owners & food was excellent, and Sadie was adorable, would highly recommend and would certainly return, thank you Lisa, Matt & Holly from Manchester
August 2018
Very friendly staff and a very good meal.
August 2017
Salcombe Brewery
(2 miles)
For a unique beer tasting experience, take a tour with Salcombe Brewery Co. at their Kingsbridge Brewhouse with incredible views over the Devon hills towards the Salcombe estuary. Try the range of beers on offer and meet the brewers who make them with tours taking place every Thursday 15.00 - 17.00. Tickets £10pp, book online or buy in store. The Brewery Shop is open Monday – Friday 10.00 - 16.00 and Saturday 10.00 – 14.00.
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Enjoy 10% off in the Brewhouse shop with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card (excludes Brewery Tours and Brew Days)
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
(3 miles)
(1)
As the self proclaimed ‘home of horse riding in the South Hams’, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons to everyone, whether they’re beginners or seasoned riders. Friendly and professional, they have an indoor school and an outdoor school so you can organise lessons whatever the weather, and you can borrow hats when you’re visiting as well if you don’t have your own. You can opt for private or group lessons, and there are toilets and changing facilities on site as well as plenty of parking. The school is two miles inland from Slapton Sands, so you can also combine your lesson with a trip to the historic D-Day training site and a wander along the beach if you fancy it!
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Alex and Emily are wonderfully helpful instructors and the horses excellent schoolmasters. I have had several lessons over the years from them and the standard is consistent. I have learnt loads and will return for more
January 2019
Simply Soulful Yoga
(3 miles)
Simply Soulful Yoga run by Donna McCheyne offers holistic treatments, yoga classes, workshops and retreats throughout the South Hams. Seasonal yoga classes include Stand up Paddleboard Yoga and Beach Yoga, and treatments are available in her Kingsbridge based treatment room or your holiday cottage. Donna is a qualified Yoga Teacher (FRYOG), SUP instructor and Holistic Therapist.
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Enjoy 10% off classes with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card or using code YOGA-THC-10
Green Compass Tours
(3 miles)
Green Compass Tours is a friendly private hire company operating in and around Dartmouth. Their fully electric vehicles are licenced as a taxi service and for short day tours of the area. Expert on all things green as well as all the best places to go and things to do, contact Laura Perry 07488 567705 / greencompasstours@gmail.com for prices and details.
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Heron Valley
(4 miles)
(2)
Surrounded by apple orchards on the outskirts of Loddiswell, Heron Valley is home to the Heron Valley Cider Barn offering tastings and tours alongside the beautiful Weaver Green Lifestyle Store and Cafe. The store specialises in stylish ecological furnishings and homewares, and doubles as an event space with a packed calendar of book signings, food festivals, music events and more throughout the year. Spend some time coveting the rugs, cushions and bags in soft muted tones before heading to the cafe for a slice of homemade cake and a coffee or delicious lunch washed down with a refreshing glass of Heron Valley cider or juice.
Heron Valley, Loddiswell TQ7 4EA (T: 01548 431902)
Have visited many times over the last few years. The shop is excellent and the cafe serves lovely food. We will return.
June 2023
More style than substance - looks great but hardly any cider, very disappointing as expected to find lots of different varieties. But mainly a shop selling nice blankets and throws with a small cafe. Lovely outdoor space for tea and cake but that’s not why we went there hence the low score.
June 2022
Slapton Sands
(6 miles)
(28)
A long stretch of beach with spectacular views of the sea stretching into the distance, Slapton Sands is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and for good reason. Adjacent to Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake that’s home to an abundance of wildlife and one of the many reasons people come to visit the area, the beach has a history of welcoming families in the summer for long days in the sunshine, building sandcastles, surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. It’s amazing to believe that this peaceful corner of South Devon has its place in military history as in 1943 the beach was taken over by allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. However, live ammunition and poor visibility ended in the deaths of more than 700 servicemen, so today there is a stone monument in place for Operation Tiger, as it was called, as well as a Sherman Tank at nearby Torcross. On a more current note, there is a beachside café at Slapton Sands for teas, coffees and other light bites, and there are also toilets nearby. The beach has disabled access, and also allows dogs throughout the year, so it really is fun for everyone and very easy to get to. There is parking nearby and in the summer months from May to September there is lifeguard cover. Last, but not least, a small collection of pubs reside in Torcross for those who are feeling peckish after a long day in the fresh air, or if you have been for a nice walk along the sand!
Fab stretch of beach - quite a trek from one end to another, you’ll need a drink from the coffee van at Pilchard Cove or cafes in Torcross! Over the hill from Torcross to bee sands has an amazing view
August 2023
A stunning coastline well worth a visit. If you drive along the coast road from Dartmouth the views are incredible. Slapton Sands is a shingle beach and dog friendly. If the first car park is busy continue further on and the next one is usually quieter, payment required.
July 2023
Visited here out of respect for those who practiced the D-Day landings on this beach. If venturing doen to the sea from the car park please note it was hard getting back up as you sink into the stones, so not so good for those with any mobility issues.
July 2023
Beautiful pebbly beach,water was so clear!
June 2023
Lovely beach with clear blue sea, very small shingle so no good if u have children who want to build a sand castle, also water gets deep very quickly
June 2023
Beautiful quiet unspoilt beach
April 2023
Really interesting history. Great for the children to link back to a Michael Morpurgo story too.
April 2022
loved it
November 2021
Long pebbly beach. Parking right on the front.
September 2021
We visited on a very overcast day with a keen wind blowing, so we did not see the sands at their best. We walked into Slapton and had tea in the church and found a pleasant footpath back to the beach car park, which ran past the nature reserve at Slapton Ley.
September 2021
A beautiful, gentle walk along the side of the nature reserve, if you make it to the turn off to go into Slapton, there is a lovely pub up there, the Queens Arms great gardens, food and friendly staff.
September 2021
Absolutely stunning stretch of beach (non-sandy which we prefer) with miles of space. Beautiful for early morning dog walks with a coffee at the end from the 'cafe on the beach' at Strete Gate picnic area.
May 2021
Walked along the beach and round the Nature reserve whilst staying in Slapton village. Lovely long shingle beach - our dog loved it. Lovely circular walk through the medieval village and back through the Nature reserve and along the beach.
November 2020
Ample parking, nice walk along the beach.
October 2020
Beautiful beach with a stunning sunrise. The sound of the sea on the pebbles is very relaxing. Really clean . No rubbish . Beautiful walks nearby. Nice cafe and restaurants. Dog friendly too.
September 2020
We have had lovely walks along Clapton and the views are stunning
February 2020
If you love the sound of the waves on pebbles this has to be one of the best beaches in the world !
April 2019
A totally unspoilt stretch of beach with wild flowers and wonderfully coloured rocks. We were lucky to be staying on a stones throw away and spent a few happy hours there with our dog watching the locals beach fishing in the evenings - bliss!
August 2018
Lovely walking -
June 2018
Lovely walk for wild flowers, bird watching sea views
May 2018
Clean beach.No plastic.
May 2018
This is certainly a lovely beach and so little rubbish.
April 2018
Really interesting area and good walks along the coast and by the Ley. Generous provision of toilets and parking and a number of places to eat. Would particularly recommend The Start Bay Inn, The Boathouse and Seabreeze Cafe at Torcross. Also very handy that there is a bus should you want to walk one way and get a bus back. Very beautiful and peaceful.
October 2017
Beautiful beach right across from our Cottage
September 2017
Wonderful nature reserve with well signposted walks.
September 2017
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach - dogs allowed all year. Not many facilities - we went to the Strete end of the beach as there is a great little coffee hut there - great coffee and friendly staff.
September 2017
Clapton Sands is beautiful. The rocks are the most beautiful colours, wild flowers abound on the beach, the views in either direction are stunning and it is rarely over crowded.One of the most wonderful areas in the U.K.
May 2017
Great place for a walk along the beach and had some great events for children at Easter. Great fish and chips in the pub at the end on Torcross
April 2017
Blackpool Sands
(6 miles)
(35)
Between Dartmouth and Slapton, Blackpool Sands is a beautiful shingle bay on the South West Coast Path, surrounded by evergreens and pine trees. It really is a treasure of a beach to visit while you’re in the area. Award-winning, the privately owned, blue flag beach boasts a sense of being in the Mediterranean on a good day in the summer, although a good jumper never goes amiss in this part of the world! You will no doubt not be surprised to hear that it is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, however it also boasts ample facilities and things to do. There are showers, toilets and disabled facilities, as well as paddle board, kayak and wetsuit hire available for those wishing to earn their visit to The Venus Beach Café, where light bites and refreshments are served. The Venus Shop also sells all the bits and pieces you might want for fun and games on the beach if you have forgotten them or are in need of extra buckets and spades. The water at Blackpool Sands is known for being clean and clear and tested by the Environment Agency, and lifeguards are on hand in the summer (July to September) so there’s every reason to pop in for a dip. However, dogs are not allowed on the beach in the high season (12th March to 30th October) so keep the walking for the cooler months. There is parking available at the beach with seasonal charges, and you can find out more information on those from the Blackpool Sands information line on 01803 771800. This beach is easy to get to and quite literally fun and games for the whole family, as well as a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year to take in the view!
Very nice.
October 2023
This is a lovely place to visit, we went early and had breakfast at the lovely cafe before going onto the beach
September 2023
Great beach, very clean
August 2023
Lovely family beach grit not sand so no sandcastles possible but lovely location, Cafe was fabulous had breakfast 2 days really high quality food and ambience and very friendly staff .
August 2023
Did not visit
July 2023
Looks a lovely beach but unfortunately no dogs allowed at all
June 2023
Visited Blackpool sands on our honeymoon 27 years ago and have enjoyed it on both occasions. A lovely clean beach with a very nice restaurant/cafe. We walked to the beach and got the local bus back up to Stoke Fleming.
May 2023
we love this beach always clean good parking clean facilities and good cafe.
September 2022
We did go to this beach, couldn’t go in the sea as it was so rough, was beautiful though. No sand, but still very nice.
September 2022
Beautiful beach; very blue water. It’s more a pebbly rather than a sandy beach, love it all the same. It’s clean and there are lifeguards in the summer months which is when we visited. The toilets were clean and not far from the beach; no queues for the toilet either. Parking can be a bit pricey at £9 for the whole day of you come in the morning but didn’t mind it. You pay less though if you come in the afternoon. The is a little sandpit area for a any kids who want to play in sand
September 2022
It is a really beautiful beach although, despite its name, it is not a sandy beach, however our son and grandson were keen on paddle boarding. They made a special visit for this and were told that the paddleboard facilities were closed but to come the following day when the facilities were still closed! Considering that this was during the height of the holiday season, my son was a bit put out having made two wasted trips.
August 2022
A lovely beach, stunning veiw as you drive down towards it. Very clean with clear water.
August 2022
Lovely clean beach although very quiet. There was a small charge for parking.
April 2022
great place
November 2021
very clean beach and gorgeous setting. good that it didn't allow dogs.
September 2021
Welcoming, clean attractive
September 2021
No sand! Very clean and scenic, but very disappointing if you want to run around on sand
August 2021
Lovely pretty beach with good facilities.
June 2021
Very large shingle beach, charges for parking at a set fee no matter how long your visit. Can pay by card for parking as well as cash.
May 2021
Great beach
November 2020
Lovely sandy beach. Parked here (£2) whilst doing a circular walk and then returned for a walk along the beach.
November 2020
Dogs allowed on beach out of season, a bracing walk with coffee and millionaire shortbread at the cafe to finish.
October 2020
Great beach really beautiful , even in the rain, as the Venus café is right on the beach and is warm, dry and serves great food and drinks at reasonable prices.
October 2019
One of our favourite beaches, in a beautiful setting. Plenty of car parking and plenty of room on the beach, even on a busy day. The sea is clean and clear and the facilities are excellent (nice to have changing rooms). Thoroughly recommend this beach.
October 2019
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach nestled between steep hills at either end. Excellent facilities including one of the best beach cafes we've ever visited.
September 2019
We had a wonderful day at Blackpool sands. A shingle beach within a lovely cove, it was clean and felt safe for the children to swim in the water (which was also sparkling). The beach is privately run, so the carpark fee was a bit stiff (£8 for the day), however the upside of this was a beautifully clean beach with lots of amenities, including rental of SUPs and other water equipment, a great cafe, and really clean loos. On a busy day you would need to arrive before lunchtime, or the carpark will shut, but this also means that the beach didn't feel crowded at all.
September 2019
Parking charge between £3 - £8 depending on time of year, Also food good but e.g. Hawaiian Prawns (£9) consisted of 5 prawns. Not good value for money.
October 2018
Lovely beach, not sandy but the stones are okay. Good food, beverages, coast guards, Nice view and not so cowded
August 2018
Lovely clean beach in super location along coastal road. Great place to visit.
May 2018
Beautiful clean beach with excellent facilities.Clean toilets lovely cafe and shop.Lifeguard on the beach.No dogs allowed.Plenty of parking.We enjoyed rock pooling at the far end of the beach.The owner does a great job.You can also visit Blackpool Sands garden but we did not have time.Also a juggler was there on the day we went great fun for everyone.
August 2017
Beautiful location but shame it a shingle beach and not sandy. Also very disappointed with the £8 fee to park the car .
August 2017
Perfect venue for a sunny day! Secluded beach which is clean and tidy, with a cafe, snack bar and shop, beach equipment hire too
July 2017
The cost of the parking steep
June 2017
Our family 's favourite beach
June 2017
Stunning beach, and you can get takeaway cream tea from the cafe to have on the beach!!
May 2017
Beesands
(7 miles)
(45)
Gorgeous coastal walk from South Hallsands to Beesands. Not too strenuous for my mini dacshund. Well worth a visit with rocks / coves at the far end.
December 2023
Lovely relaxing location.
October 2023
Beautiful location with lovely coastal walks in both directions ! 2 very good eating places too !
October 2023
Ideal for walking your dog. Abit difficult to get on beach if you have mobility problems. Sadly not sandy, but dogs loved it
September 2023
Beesands is a lovely place, the beach was Great, definitely worth a visit.
September 2023
Stunning beach, fantastic sunset.
August 2023
Great place for an evening drink - beach not very suitable for children .
August 2023
We stayed for a week in a house opposite the beach in Beesands. The beach is a pebble beach and is very quiet. There is no lifeguard but there are locals there everyday with their boats so I am sure they would let you know if the conditions were unsafe. There is a fish and chip shop/restaurant and 1 pub restaurant - both serving lovely food and offer very friendly service. There is very little nearby so you do need a car to get around. Nearest supermarket was around 20-30 minute car ride away. The kids went in the sea almost every day and had the best time! They wore full wetsuits and water shoes which I thoroughly recommend as it is a pebble beach, and the kids got stung by a jelly fish when they paddled without wetsuits. When the tide was in, or coming in, the kids felt safer as they were in their depth. When the tide is out, there is a ledge which drops quite sharply. I am not a fan of sand so sitting on my camping chair on the pebble beach was bliss for me. We even spotted seals on most days! The locals with their boats didn't seem too friendly but we loved watching them take their boats out and bring them back in again. It was fascinating. I would have loved to ask them more about the beach, tides and coastal erosion but they didn't seem very approachable. However, I do appreciate that they must find tourists a little irritating. I would absolutely go back to Beesands for a holiday. It is my idea of blissful relaxation.
August 2023
Friendly, quiet location and shingle beach. Nice beach walk to Torcross at low tide. Pub/restaurant and Britannia restaurant and takeaway were very good. Very narrow roads to Beesands from turning off main road, but enjoyable holiday
June 2023
Just lovely. Excellent food at Britannia on the beach and they also have an excellent takeaway
May 2023
Great beach.
September 2022
Pebble beach. Sea crystal clear
August 2022
Beautiful location, stunning views!
August 2022
Pleasant place to visit
July 2022
Absolute delight to stay in this quiet little seaside village! Mostly holiday let properties nowadays but still some locals around to talk to about the history of the area. The village is extremely clean including the beach considering it is all dog friendly! Popular with local & travelling anglers mainly at weekends I also fished to some degree every day of our stay. We will be going back soon!
July 2022
Had a lovely walk. Beautiful setting.
June 2022
lovely location, enjoyed many morning walks along the beach, and caught 14 mackerel. The road access is not the best, drive slowly, you cannot do anything else, and hey who's in a rush on holiday
May 2022
Loved Beesands, we stayed in one of the cottages for a week and enjoyed the peace and quiet and strolling along the beach, very dog friendly to!
May 2022
loved it here
November 2021
Gorgeous stretch of beach - we loved finding pebbles to take home! The walks to Torcross and Hallsands and an absolute must for stunning views
October 2021
Lovely clean dog-friendly beach and an easy walk from Clover Cottage and over to Torcross too
September 2021
Lovely quiet and dog friendly beach with good facilities. Good place to walk from to nearby beaches.
July 2021
The actual usable beach is a fair walk from the village ( parking not allowed as the beach fronting the village no longer exists due to flood defences
June 2021
much less busy than most local beaches (because it is shingle) but great for kids above toddler age. lovely walks in both directions, eg to Torcross for chips or to Start Point for views. Easy parking and a good beach shack cafe and take away
June 2021
Nice village on the coast
May 2021
Lovely area and stay
May 2021
Accidentally burnt the garden table offered to pay as we had booked for 2021 for our honeymoon the owners accepted our offer but refused our stay for honeymoon said they were proud owners hey accidents happen we r nature adults n had to do alit of cleaning n change light bulbs in our arrival so thanks to the owners it completely messed up our honeymoon how selfish urn that's part of letting your cottage accidents happen n we did not have to offer to pay be warned don't damage anything
December 2020
14 Beesands is a great property. About 10 feet away from the beach/ sea wall. Pub 20 paces away. Lovely walks on the doorstep. Fabulous sunsets and seals swimming past. Who could ask for more. Well equipped cottage, very comfy beds cosy and warm
October 2020
The most wonderful little fishing village- narrow lanes on approach so drive carefully- but it's worth it. Lovely shingle beach and stunning views across Start Bay. Two great eateries- Britannia and The Cricket Inn are worth a visit. Beesands is just beautiful, I love it there.
September 2020
Amazing location right on the beach. We spent a week in Beesands and found the property to be perfect for our big group - plenty of space for everyone to relax and a very well appointed kitchen. Would highly recommend.
September 2020
Beautiful setting and lovely property decorated to a high standard, well equipped and perfect place for a getaway to peace and quiet. Short distance to the beach. Would definitely return. We had a super weekend at this property celebrating a family birthday
January 2020
Beautiful relaxing place to spend time.
November 2019
Lovely little beach, nice quiet location and free parking a bonus
August 2019
Worth the uphill/downhill walk along the coast path. Lovely spot.
August 2019
Easy to park, good food options. plenty of room for everyone.
August 2019
I love Beesands . The only sad thing is even more people have found out about it, 10 years since my last visit. Sadly the sea has removed the road handy for parking and is gradually eroding the cliff edges. Not as quiet as it used to be but the attractions of two nice eating places have probably increased the footfall.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
I've been coming to Beesands since I was 2 years old (61 now!). Not every year since adulthood but still can't stay away. Its an ideal location for those who want to get away from it all. Its close enough to Kingsbridge and within easy reach of Dartmouth , Salcombe and Brixham. The locals are very friendly and will always be up for a chat. Its almost tempting to keep this little coastal secret to myself!
October 2018
Bit scary driving down to the beach due to the narrow road but worth it when you got there. Had fish and chips and ate them on the tables that were provided while looking out to sea.
September 2018
Had a wonderful meal in the beach cafe .
July 2018
We've been coming to this general area for over 20 years now and have stayed in many of the surrounding villages . This was the first time we'd stayed in Beesands - but we had walked through it on our coastal walks on many, many occasions. We both loved the peaceful charm of the place - secluded , tranquil and away from it all . But unlike Hallsands (next village along) , it does have two places where you can eat ( The cricket Inn and the Britannia0)and they are both very good . The beach is great - shingle - but really uncrowded in June . ( We were lucky with the weather) and on a clear,sunny day - it is quite magical. ( What a shame the water is so freezing cold !!) This stretch of coastline is stunning - and even if you do no other walks - walk over to Hallsands and read about the old village that was washed away in January 1917 - or just drink in the stunning views . I love this part of Devon and it never fails to take my breath away when you stand on the coast path near the lighthouse and look back across Start Bay to Hallsands , Beesands , Torr Cross , and over towards Dartmouth. Wonderful.
June 2018
Beautiful stoney beach with views of Start Point Lighthouse. Tasty fish and chips available, popular pub and public toilets.
June 2018
Lovely place, good food and very dog friendly :-)
March 2018
Britannia Fish - Great fish - always fresh and lovely family run business. A must for anyone who likes eating good fish!
May 2017
Ideal for quiet and peaceful holiday with two good restaurants both of which are dog friendly.
April 2017
Sunny Cove
(7 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
(7 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
October 2021
Excellent property. Minor crib - keybox too low down and awkward to use and view combination at this level especially when raining!!
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at 4 Bouchard. Thank you for the constructive feedback regarding the key safe being too low which we passed onto the owners - I'm delighted to report that it has now been moved up the wall to a much easier height for use. Many thanks again and we look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Bouchard soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Excellent property. The directions could be better - we ended up at the locked gate. Also the location of the key safe is too near the ground and it was difficult to access the keys. One of the permanent residents helped us. Apart from these little niggles it was a superb property and extremely well equipped in wonderful grounds.
Thank you so much for your feedback regarding the directions and key safe - we are delighted to report that the directions have been amended and the key safe has also been reinstalled higher up the wall at a much more user-friendly level. We are delighted you enjoyed your holiday and look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Bouchard soon. Best wishes.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Yes we very much enjoyed our stay at Fallapit Estate.
September 2021
We very much enjoyed our stay.
June 2021
Beautiful quiet surroundings
May 2021
Fantastic property. Luxurious base from which to explore South Devon. All needs met as everything provided for a wonderful holiday. Cosy accommodation, picturesque walks around estate, excellent shopping in Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Totnes. Highly recommend.
May 2021
Outstanding and our family group had a wonderful time despite the poor weather.
May 2021
We had a very enjoyable stay and accommodation was cosy and warm and very peaceful. Would definitely return.
April 2021
Fantastic time. Beautiful area, and the grounds of the Fallapit Estate were great for an explore with the children.
September 2020
loved our stay! The grounds are beautiful.
September 2019
We had a lovely stay overall and have booked with yourselves previously and will be happy to do so again in the future.
August 2019
Loved our stay. Superb rental.
October 2021
Excellent property. Minor crib - keybox too low down and awkward to use and view combination at this level especially when raining!!
We are delighted you enjoyed your stay at 4 Bouchard. Thank you for the constructive feedback regarding the key safe being too low which we passed onto the owners - I'm delighted to report that it has now been moved up the wall to a much easier height for use. Many thanks again and we look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Bouchard soon.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Excellent property. The directions could be better - we ended up at the locked gate. Also the location of the key safe is too near the ground and it was difficult to access the keys. One of the permanent residents helped us. Apart from these little niggles it was a superb property and extremely well equipped in wonderful grounds.
Thank you so much for your feedback regarding the directions and key safe - we are delighted to report that the directions have been amended and the key safe has also been reinstalled higher up the wall at a much more user-friendly level. We are delighted you enjoyed your holiday and look forward to welcoming you back to 4 Bouchard soon. Best wishes.
- The Toad Hall Team
September 2021
Yes we very much enjoyed our stay at Fallapit Estate.
September 2021
We very much enjoyed our stay.
June 2021
Beautiful quiet surroundings
May 2021
Fantastic property. Luxurious base from which to explore South Devon. All needs met as everything provided for a wonderful holiday. Cosy accommodation, picturesque walks around estate, excellent shopping in Kingsbridge, Salcombe and Totnes. Highly recommend.
May 2021
Outstanding and our family group had a wonderful time despite the poor weather.
May 2021
We had a very enjoyable stay and accommodation was cosy and warm and very peaceful. Would definitely return.
April 2021
Fantastic time. Beautiful area, and the grounds of the Fallapit Estate were great for an explore with the children.
September 2020
loved our stay! The grounds are beautiful.
September 2019
We had a lovely stay overall and have booked with yourselves previously and will be happy to do so again in the future.
August 2019
Loved our stay. Superb rental.
The Fortescue Arms
(Less than a mile)
(21)
The Fortescue Arms is a popular meeting place for locals, and visitors are always given a warm welcome. The beamed ceilings, candlelit restaurant and open fires create a cosy atmosphere in the winter and the quiet, comfortable garden makes for the perfect place to dine al fresco in the summer.
The Fortescue Arms East Allington TQ9 7RA (T: 01548 521215)
Excellent Sunday lunch on Christmas Eve, a friendly and welcoming 'local'.
January 2024
We booked & were asked to pre-order as there were 8 of us. Very warm & friendly welcome, nice atmosphere. Good ,traditional pub food & excellent service. Really enjoyed the evening. Dog friendly, too. Excellent value. They do have a children's menu, too, though not on the website.
October 2023
Lovely pub with very good and reasonably priced Sunday roasts. Booking essential
September 2023
A lovely village pub with great food and friendly staff.
August 2023
We always visited this pub twice each time we stay in south devon. The owners are really delightful and they serve a very good meal, particularly sunday lunch. It retains it's village patronage which makes it even more special. A perfect place to eat and drink.
June 2023
We visited for an evening meal. The food was excellent. It is quite a small pub and seems to be quite popular. We went on a Wednesday evening in May and managed to get a table without a reservation but there wasn't much space left so it is probably best to reserve in advance. The landlady was quite friendly and we also got chatting to some of the locals.
June 2023
Adrian and Ian run a great pub with wonderful service and lovely food. if you get the chance go for Sunday lunch which is outstanding!
March 2023
Great food and close to Fallapit Estate meaning only a short walk.
July 2022
Lovely pub, good food and within easy walking from where we were staying. Friendly landlord who seemed to cope single handed even though it was quite busy.
June 2022
Best pub for food for miles! Landlord really friendly and helpful. We always go there at least once when in South Hams.
September 2021
We stopped for an afternoon drink in the garden and were met by very helpful and pleasant landlords. We admired their beautiful flower tubs and had a pleasant few hours in the sunshine.
September 2021
Lovely local pub with super friendly staff and good pub grub!
August 2021
Very friendly, good food.
July 2021
Fantastic Pub with a great owners who go out of there way to make sure you have a great time, lovely food and selection of wines would highly recommended! Sunday lunch not to missed.
June 2021
Very friendly, great food - thanks for your hospitality to us humans and our hounds!
August 2018
Really good food, excellent service and great value for mone
July 2018
Really welcoming pub that fitted us in for Sunday lunch even though they were fully booked and it was a great lunch!
September 2017
The menu is a bit limited. There seemed to be a lot of varieties of pie and chips. As it happened the pie I chose was top notch. Just a shame that it didn't go with mash instead. I didn't ask if I could have that to be fair. Having a separate vegetarian menu was great.
September 2017
We had Sunday lunch here on Easter Sunday, it was delicious! My party of 7 eat out a lot, and are picky - I can thoroughly recommend this pub.
May 2017
Friendly atmosphere and food very good.
May 2017
Lovely pub with great food, in a wonderful village with some fantastic walks through the countryside
March 2017
Salcombe Brewery
(2 miles)
For a unique beer tasting experience, take a tour with Salcombe Brewery Co. at their Kingsbridge Brewhouse with incredible views over the Devon hills towards the Salcombe estuary. Try the range of beers on offer and meet the brewers who make them with tours taking place every Thursday 15.00 - 17.00. Tickets £10pp, book online or buy in store. The Brewery Shop is open Monday – Friday 10.00 - 16.00 and Saturday 10.00 – 14.00.
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Enjoy 10% off in the Brewhouse shop with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card (excludes Brewery Tours and Brew Days)
Avon Mill Garden Centre & Café
(3 miles)
(27)
A great place to stop for coffee or a meal after browsing the plants and gifts at this attractive riverside garden centre. Delicious breakfasts, lunches, cakes and cream teas are all served in the warm and comfortable café with outdoor seating for sunny days.
Avon Mill Garden Centre & Café Woodleigh Road, Loddiswell TQ7 4DD (T: 01548 550338)
Nice lunch!
September 2023
Excellent food. Lovely garden centre. Visit here every year when we come to Devon.
August 2023
Worth a visit.
July 2023
Lovely unusual place with an outdoor cafe but undercover. Interesting little shops. Right by the river.
July 2023
We have visited the cafe and shops here regularly and are most impressed. Staff and service is excellent.
June 2023
Very nice garden centre and good cafe if looking for a place to eat. Just be aware it’s quite a steep hill to walk back up to Loddiswell, but you can also drive there.
April 2023
Lovely garden centre with good cafe. Does get busy at lunch time.
July 2022
Enjoyed our visits here, very nice, if a little expensive.
April 2022
Excellent catering, but let down by the range of plants. Perhaps due to the time of year ( early October and the effects of the pandemic ). Interesting range of crafts and gifts to browse.
October 2021
A lovely find. Nice cafe. Small garden centre with shops and lovely walks along the river
October 2021
Great food in the cafe and interesting craft shops to explore.
July 2021
Fantastic garden centre, and food was great. However needed to show clearer instructions on how to order.
July 2021
Lovely setting and friendly staff but the cafe did not cater well for vegans. Charged extra for jam on a teacake even though they had no dairy free spread to replace the butter. The lunches looked like they might be more vegan friendly and they are dog friendly though which is good
June 2021
Fantastic.
June 2021
Always a pleasure to visit here, cafe is fab!
May 2021
Slightly underwhelmed overall. Gallery was good. Covid restrictions did not help the cafe experience. Plants overpriced and limited.
October 2020
Great outdoor space, observing the C-19 regulations. Good menu. Soup was lovely but we didnt like the wooden spoons so took our own 2nd visit.
October 2020
Great place for a pit stop after walking down to the River Avon from Loddiswell - lovely coffee and cake!
August 2020
This is the a lovely place to visit in a beautiful setting. Lovely shops and gallery.The garden centre was so pretty with healthy plants in good displays. Fantastic cafe for a cream tea.
April 2019
Lovely garden centre with other little shops on the grounds and a great cafe.
August 2018
nice garden centre with plenty of park land to exercise your dog. Good café with excellent service.
July 2018
Delicious cream teas with gigantic warm scones. Beautiful riverside waalks nearby. Dog friendly.
April 2018
Lovely breakfasts and very friendly service. Highly recommended.
July 2017
Lovely garden centre with some additional shops. Enjoyed our Devon cream tea in the cafe - 2 scones par cream tea and the scones were large!
June 2017
Located in a lovely area. Reminiscent of other multi purpose garden centres although on a smaller scale. Cafe does very good scones.
May 2017
An upmarket garden centre with associated other 'outlets'. A very pleasant cash extraction facility, should you have an upmarket garden and/or excess cash.
April 2017
Nice food, very busy when we went and had to queue for a while. Nice conservatory room, definitely a good place for breakfasts or afternoon tea.
April 2017
The New Inn - Morleigh
(3 miles)
(3)
With an interesting history dating back to the17th Century, The New Inn is a good place to stop for simple yet high quality food and a good selection of quality wines and real ales. Famous locally for its delicious steaks and homemade puddings, there are lots of cosy corners to sit with a pint or chat to the locals.
The New Inn Back Rd, Moreleigh, Totnes TQ9 7JH (T: 01548 821326)
went there again! had a great meal a very warm welcome from Jeremy, Bridget's steaks are historic would recommend as a must go to Pub!
March 2023
Great pub with a welcoming landlord, fab steaks!
June 2021
We had dinner at the New Inn on our first night staying at nearby Preston House Cottage. We prebooked a table as when we had been before it was very busy. We had a lovely table in the dining area past the bar which only has 4 tables and a lovely roaring fire. We were able to take our dog in this area too. The food was lovely and portions huge! There didn’t appear to be a highchair (we weren’t offered one for our toddler), but I had a portable booster seat in the car. The other issue was no baby changing facilities so we had to change him either on the floor in the toilets or on the toilet seat (very hard with a wriggling toddler). My husband went to change him at one point (as we share this responsibility) and the men’s toilets are outside so it was really cold. Couldn’t fault the atmosphere, food or staff though.
March 2019
The Old Inn
(3 miles)
(4)
This conveniently placed country pub, originally built in the 14th century and today offering good quality locally sourced food is a great place to stop off and enjoy lunch, dinner or a traditional Devon cream tea. Ample parking, friendly staff and a large garden add to the appeal.
The Old Inn Halwell TQ9 7JA (T: 01803 712329)
Lovely family meal, good choice of traditional pub meals at reasonable cost, dog friendly.
July 2023
Had a wonderful meal here the steak was superb
September 2020
Absolutely lovely pub, owners & food was excellent, and Sadie was adorable, would highly recommend and would certainly return, thank you Lisa, Matt & Holly from Manchester
August 2018
Very friendly staff and a very good meal.
August 2017
Salcombe Brewery
(2 miles)
For a unique beer tasting experience, take a tour with Salcombe Brewery Co. at their Kingsbridge Brewhouse with incredible views over the Devon hills towards the Salcombe estuary. Try the range of beers on offer and meet the brewers who make them with tours taking place every Thursday 15.00 - 17.00. Tickets £10pp, book online or buy in store. The Brewery Shop is open Monday – Friday 10.00 - 16.00 and Saturday 10.00 – 14.00.
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Enjoy 10% off in the Brewhouse shop with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card (excludes Brewery Tours and Brew Days)
Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre
(3 miles)
(1)
As the self proclaimed ‘home of horse riding in the South Hams’, Dittiscombe Equestrian Centre offers horse riding lessons to everyone, whether they’re beginners or seasoned riders. Friendly and professional, they have an indoor school and an outdoor school so you can organise lessons whatever the weather, and you can borrow hats when you’re visiting as well if you don’t have your own. You can opt for private or group lessons, and there are toilets and changing facilities on site as well as plenty of parking. The school is two miles inland from Slapton Sands, so you can also combine your lesson with a trip to the historic D-Day training site and a wander along the beach if you fancy it!
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Alex and Emily are wonderfully helpful instructors and the horses excellent schoolmasters. I have had several lessons over the years from them and the standard is consistent. I have learnt loads and will return for more
January 2019
Simply Soulful Yoga
(3 miles)
Simply Soulful Yoga run by Donna McCheyne offers holistic treatments, yoga classes, workshops and retreats throughout the South Hams. Seasonal yoga classes include Stand up Paddleboard Yoga and Beach Yoga, and treatments are available in her Kingsbridge based treatment room or your holiday cottage. Donna is a qualified Yoga Teacher (FRYOG), SUP instructor and Holistic Therapist.
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Enjoy 10% off classes with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card or using code YOGA-THC-10
Green Compass Tours
(3 miles)
Green Compass Tours is a friendly private hire company operating in and around Dartmouth. Their fully electric vehicles are licenced as a taxi service and for short day tours of the area. Expert on all things green as well as all the best places to go and things to do, contact Laura Perry 07488 567705 / greencompasstours@gmail.com for prices and details.
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Heron Valley
(4 miles)
(2)
Surrounded by apple orchards on the outskirts of Loddiswell, Heron Valley is home to the Heron Valley Cider Barn offering tastings and tours alongside the beautiful Weaver Green Lifestyle Store and Cafe. The store specialises in stylish ecological furnishings and homewares, and doubles as an event space with a packed calendar of book signings, food festivals, music events and more throughout the year. Spend some time coveting the rugs, cushions and bags in soft muted tones before heading to the cafe for a slice of homemade cake and a coffee or delicious lunch washed down with a refreshing glass of Heron Valley cider or juice.
Heron Valley, Loddiswell TQ7 4EA (T: 01548 431902)
Have visited many times over the last few years. The shop is excellent and the cafe serves lovely food. We will return.
June 2023
More style than substance - looks great but hardly any cider, very disappointing as expected to find lots of different varieties. But mainly a shop selling nice blankets and throws with a small cafe. Lovely outdoor space for tea and cake but that’s not why we went there hence the low score.
June 2022
Slapton Sands
(6 miles)
(28)
A long stretch of beach with spectacular views of the sea stretching into the distance, Slapton Sands is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and for good reason. Adjacent to Slapton Ley, a freshwater lake that’s home to an abundance of wildlife and one of the many reasons people come to visit the area, the beach has a history of welcoming families in the summer for long days in the sunshine, building sandcastles, surfing, windsurfing and kayaking. It’s amazing to believe that this peaceful corner of South Devon has its place in military history as in 1943 the beach was taken over by allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. However, live ammunition and poor visibility ended in the deaths of more than 700 servicemen, so today there is a stone monument in place for Operation Tiger, as it was called, as well as a Sherman Tank at nearby Torcross. On a more current note, there is a beachside café at Slapton Sands for teas, coffees and other light bites, and there are also toilets nearby. The beach has disabled access, and also allows dogs throughout the year, so it really is fun for everyone and very easy to get to. There is parking nearby and in the summer months from May to September there is lifeguard cover. Last, but not least, a small collection of pubs reside in Torcross for those who are feeling peckish after a long day in the fresh air, or if you have been for a nice walk along the sand!
Fab stretch of beach - quite a trek from one end to another, you’ll need a drink from the coffee van at Pilchard Cove or cafes in Torcross! Over the hill from Torcross to bee sands has an amazing view
August 2023
A stunning coastline well worth a visit. If you drive along the coast road from Dartmouth the views are incredible. Slapton Sands is a shingle beach and dog friendly. If the first car park is busy continue further on and the next one is usually quieter, payment required.
July 2023
Visited here out of respect for those who practiced the D-Day landings on this beach. If venturing doen to the sea from the car park please note it was hard getting back up as you sink into the stones, so not so good for those with any mobility issues.
July 2023
Beautiful pebbly beach,water was so clear!
June 2023
Lovely beach with clear blue sea, very small shingle so no good if u have children who want to build a sand castle, also water gets deep very quickly
June 2023
Beautiful quiet unspoilt beach
April 2023
Really interesting history. Great for the children to link back to a Michael Morpurgo story too.
April 2022
loved it
November 2021
Long pebbly beach. Parking right on the front.
September 2021
We visited on a very overcast day with a keen wind blowing, so we did not see the sands at their best. We walked into Slapton and had tea in the church and found a pleasant footpath back to the beach car park, which ran past the nature reserve at Slapton Ley.
September 2021
A beautiful, gentle walk along the side of the nature reserve, if you make it to the turn off to go into Slapton, there is a lovely pub up there, the Queens Arms great gardens, food and friendly staff.
September 2021
Absolutely stunning stretch of beach (non-sandy which we prefer) with miles of space. Beautiful for early morning dog walks with a coffee at the end from the 'cafe on the beach' at Strete Gate picnic area.
May 2021
Walked along the beach and round the Nature reserve whilst staying in Slapton village. Lovely long shingle beach - our dog loved it. Lovely circular walk through the medieval village and back through the Nature reserve and along the beach.
November 2020
Ample parking, nice walk along the beach.
October 2020
Beautiful beach with a stunning sunrise. The sound of the sea on the pebbles is very relaxing. Really clean . No rubbish . Beautiful walks nearby. Nice cafe and restaurants. Dog friendly too.
September 2020
We have had lovely walks along Clapton and the views are stunning
February 2020
If you love the sound of the waves on pebbles this has to be one of the best beaches in the world !
April 2019
A totally unspoilt stretch of beach with wild flowers and wonderfully coloured rocks. We were lucky to be staying on a stones throw away and spent a few happy hours there with our dog watching the locals beach fishing in the evenings - bliss!
August 2018
Lovely walking -
June 2018
Lovely walk for wild flowers, bird watching sea views
May 2018
Clean beach.No plastic.
May 2018
This is certainly a lovely beach and so little rubbish.
April 2018
Really interesting area and good walks along the coast and by the Ley. Generous provision of toilets and parking and a number of places to eat. Would particularly recommend The Start Bay Inn, The Boathouse and Seabreeze Cafe at Torcross. Also very handy that there is a bus should you want to walk one way and get a bus back. Very beautiful and peaceful.
October 2017
Beautiful beach right across from our Cottage
September 2017
Wonderful nature reserve with well signposted walks.
September 2017
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach - dogs allowed all year. Not many facilities - we went to the Strete end of the beach as there is a great little coffee hut there - great coffee and friendly staff.
September 2017
Clapton Sands is beautiful. The rocks are the most beautiful colours, wild flowers abound on the beach, the views in either direction are stunning and it is rarely over crowded.One of the most wonderful areas in the U.K.
May 2017
Great place for a walk along the beach and had some great events for children at Easter. Great fish and chips in the pub at the end on Torcross
April 2017
Blackpool Sands
(6 miles)
(35)
Between Dartmouth and Slapton, Blackpool Sands is a beautiful shingle bay on the South West Coast Path, surrounded by evergreens and pine trees. It really is a treasure of a beach to visit while you’re in the area. Award-winning, the privately owned, blue flag beach boasts a sense of being in the Mediterranean on a good day in the summer, although a good jumper never goes amiss in this part of the world! You will no doubt not be surprised to hear that it is in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, however it also boasts ample facilities and things to do. There are showers, toilets and disabled facilities, as well as paddle board, kayak and wetsuit hire available for those wishing to earn their visit to The Venus Beach Café, where light bites and refreshments are served. The Venus Shop also sells all the bits and pieces you might want for fun and games on the beach if you have forgotten them or are in need of extra buckets and spades. The water at Blackpool Sands is known for being clean and clear and tested by the Environment Agency, and lifeguards are on hand in the summer (July to September) so there’s every reason to pop in for a dip. However, dogs are not allowed on the beach in the high season (12th March to 30th October) so keep the walking for the cooler months. There is parking available at the beach with seasonal charges, and you can find out more information on those from the Blackpool Sands information line on 01803 771800. This beach is easy to get to and quite literally fun and games for the whole family, as well as a beautiful place to visit at any time of the year to take in the view!
Very nice.
October 2023
This is a lovely place to visit, we went early and had breakfast at the lovely cafe before going onto the beach
September 2023
Great beach, very clean
August 2023
Lovely family beach grit not sand so no sandcastles possible but lovely location, Cafe was fabulous had breakfast 2 days really high quality food and ambience and very friendly staff .
August 2023
Did not visit
July 2023
Looks a lovely beach but unfortunately no dogs allowed at all
June 2023
Visited Blackpool sands on our honeymoon 27 years ago and have enjoyed it on both occasions. A lovely clean beach with a very nice restaurant/cafe. We walked to the beach and got the local bus back up to Stoke Fleming.
May 2023
we love this beach always clean good parking clean facilities and good cafe.
September 2022
We did go to this beach, couldn’t go in the sea as it was so rough, was beautiful though. No sand, but still very nice.
September 2022
Beautiful beach; very blue water. It’s more a pebbly rather than a sandy beach, love it all the same. It’s clean and there are lifeguards in the summer months which is when we visited. The toilets were clean and not far from the beach; no queues for the toilet either. Parking can be a bit pricey at £9 for the whole day of you come in the morning but didn’t mind it. You pay less though if you come in the afternoon. The is a little sandpit area for a any kids who want to play in sand
September 2022
It is a really beautiful beach although, despite its name, it is not a sandy beach, however our son and grandson were keen on paddle boarding. They made a special visit for this and were told that the paddleboard facilities were closed but to come the following day when the facilities were still closed! Considering that this was during the height of the holiday season, my son was a bit put out having made two wasted trips.
August 2022
A lovely beach, stunning veiw as you drive down towards it. Very clean with clear water.
August 2022
Lovely clean beach although very quiet. There was a small charge for parking.
April 2022
great place
November 2021
very clean beach and gorgeous setting. good that it didn't allow dogs.
September 2021
Welcoming, clean attractive
September 2021
No sand! Very clean and scenic, but very disappointing if you want to run around on sand
August 2021
Lovely pretty beach with good facilities.
June 2021
Very large shingle beach, charges for parking at a set fee no matter how long your visit. Can pay by card for parking as well as cash.
May 2021
Great beach
November 2020
Lovely sandy beach. Parked here (£2) whilst doing a circular walk and then returned for a walk along the beach.
November 2020
Dogs allowed on beach out of season, a bracing walk with coffee and millionaire shortbread at the cafe to finish.
October 2020
Great beach really beautiful , even in the rain, as the Venus café is right on the beach and is warm, dry and serves great food and drinks at reasonable prices.
October 2019
One of our favourite beaches, in a beautiful setting. Plenty of car parking and plenty of room on the beach, even on a busy day. The sea is clean and clear and the facilities are excellent (nice to have changing rooms). Thoroughly recommend this beach.
October 2019
Beautiful stretch of shingle beach nestled between steep hills at either end. Excellent facilities including one of the best beach cafes we've ever visited.
September 2019
We had a wonderful day at Blackpool sands. A shingle beach within a lovely cove, it was clean and felt safe for the children to swim in the water (which was also sparkling). The beach is privately run, so the carpark fee was a bit stiff (£8 for the day), however the upside of this was a beautifully clean beach with lots of amenities, including rental of SUPs and other water equipment, a great cafe, and really clean loos. On a busy day you would need to arrive before lunchtime, or the carpark will shut, but this also means that the beach didn't feel crowded at all.
September 2019
Parking charge between £3 - £8 depending on time of year, Also food good but e.g. Hawaiian Prawns (£9) consisted of 5 prawns. Not good value for money.
October 2018
Lovely beach, not sandy but the stones are okay. Good food, beverages, coast guards, Nice view and not so cowded
August 2018
Lovely clean beach in super location along coastal road. Great place to visit.
May 2018
Beautiful clean beach with excellent facilities.Clean toilets lovely cafe and shop.Lifeguard on the beach.No dogs allowed.Plenty of parking.We enjoyed rock pooling at the far end of the beach.The owner does a great job.You can also visit Blackpool Sands garden but we did not have time.Also a juggler was there on the day we went great fun for everyone.
August 2017
Beautiful location but shame it a shingle beach and not sandy. Also very disappointed with the £8 fee to park the car .
August 2017
Perfect venue for a sunny day! Secluded beach which is clean and tidy, with a cafe, snack bar and shop, beach equipment hire too
July 2017
The cost of the parking steep
June 2017
Our family 's favourite beach
June 2017
Stunning beach, and you can get takeaway cream tea from the cafe to have on the beach!!
May 2017
Beesands
(7 miles)
(45)
Gorgeous coastal walk from South Hallsands to Beesands. Not too strenuous for my mini dacshund. Well worth a visit with rocks / coves at the far end.
December 2023
Lovely relaxing location.
October 2023
Beautiful location with lovely coastal walks in both directions ! 2 very good eating places too !
October 2023
Ideal for walking your dog. Abit difficult to get on beach if you have mobility problems. Sadly not sandy, but dogs loved it
September 2023
Beesands is a lovely place, the beach was Great, definitely worth a visit.
September 2023
Stunning beach, fantastic sunset.
August 2023
Great place for an evening drink - beach not very suitable for children .
August 2023
We stayed for a week in a house opposite the beach in Beesands. The beach is a pebble beach and is very quiet. There is no lifeguard but there are locals there everyday with their boats so I am sure they would let you know if the conditions were unsafe. There is a fish and chip shop/restaurant and 1 pub restaurant - both serving lovely food and offer very friendly service. There is very little nearby so you do need a car to get around. Nearest supermarket was around 20-30 minute car ride away. The kids went in the sea almost every day and had the best time! They wore full wetsuits and water shoes which I thoroughly recommend as it is a pebble beach, and the kids got stung by a jelly fish when they paddled without wetsuits. When the tide was in, or coming in, the kids felt safer as they were in their depth. When the tide is out, there is a ledge which drops quite sharply. I am not a fan of sand so sitting on my camping chair on the pebble beach was bliss for me. We even spotted seals on most days! The locals with their boats didn't seem too friendly but we loved watching them take their boats out and bring them back in again. It was fascinating. I would have loved to ask them more about the beach, tides and coastal erosion but they didn't seem very approachable. However, I do appreciate that they must find tourists a little irritating. I would absolutely go back to Beesands for a holiday. It is my idea of blissful relaxation.
August 2023
Friendly, quiet location and shingle beach. Nice beach walk to Torcross at low tide. Pub/restaurant and Britannia restaurant and takeaway were very good. Very narrow roads to Beesands from turning off main road, but enjoyable holiday
June 2023
Just lovely. Excellent food at Britannia on the beach and they also have an excellent takeaway
May 2023
Great beach.
September 2022
Pebble beach. Sea crystal clear
August 2022
Beautiful location, stunning views!
August 2022
Pleasant place to visit
July 2022
Absolute delight to stay in this quiet little seaside village! Mostly holiday let properties nowadays but still some locals around to talk to about the history of the area. The village is extremely clean including the beach considering it is all dog friendly! Popular with local & travelling anglers mainly at weekends I also fished to some degree every day of our stay. We will be going back soon!
July 2022
Had a lovely walk. Beautiful setting.
June 2022
lovely location, enjoyed many morning walks along the beach, and caught 14 mackerel. The road access is not the best, drive slowly, you cannot do anything else, and hey who's in a rush on holiday
May 2022
Loved Beesands, we stayed in one of the cottages for a week and enjoyed the peace and quiet and strolling along the beach, very dog friendly to!
May 2022
loved it here
November 2021
Gorgeous stretch of beach - we loved finding pebbles to take home! The walks to Torcross and Hallsands and an absolute must for stunning views
October 2021
Lovely clean dog-friendly beach and an easy walk from Clover Cottage and over to Torcross too
September 2021
Lovely quiet and dog friendly beach with good facilities. Good place to walk from to nearby beaches.
July 2021
The actual usable beach is a fair walk from the village ( parking not allowed as the beach fronting the village no longer exists due to flood defences
June 2021
much less busy than most local beaches (because it is shingle) but great for kids above toddler age. lovely walks in both directions, eg to Torcross for chips or to Start Point for views. Easy parking and a good beach shack cafe and take away
June 2021
Nice village on the coast
May 2021
Lovely area and stay
May 2021
Accidentally burnt the garden table offered to pay as we had booked for 2021 for our honeymoon the owners accepted our offer but refused our stay for honeymoon said they were proud owners hey accidents happen we r nature adults n had to do alit of cleaning n change light bulbs in our arrival so thanks to the owners it completely messed up our honeymoon how selfish urn that's part of letting your cottage accidents happen n we did not have to offer to pay be warned don't damage anything
December 2020
14 Beesands is a great property. About 10 feet away from the beach/ sea wall. Pub 20 paces away. Lovely walks on the doorstep. Fabulous sunsets and seals swimming past. Who could ask for more. Well equipped cottage, very comfy beds cosy and warm
October 2020
The most wonderful little fishing village- narrow lanes on approach so drive carefully- but it's worth it. Lovely shingle beach and stunning views across Start Bay. Two great eateries- Britannia and The Cricket Inn are worth a visit. Beesands is just beautiful, I love it there.
September 2020
Amazing location right on the beach. We spent a week in Beesands and found the property to be perfect for our big group - plenty of space for everyone to relax and a very well appointed kitchen. Would highly recommend.
September 2020
Beautiful setting and lovely property decorated to a high standard, well equipped and perfect place for a getaway to peace and quiet. Short distance to the beach. Would definitely return. We had a super weekend at this property celebrating a family birthday
January 2020
Beautiful relaxing place to spend time.
November 2019
Lovely little beach, nice quiet location and free parking a bonus
August 2019
Worth the uphill/downhill walk along the coast path. Lovely spot.
August 2019
Easy to park, good food options. plenty of room for everyone.
August 2019
I love Beesands . The only sad thing is even more people have found out about it, 10 years since my last visit. Sadly the sea has removed the road handy for parking and is gradually eroding the cliff edges. Not as quiet as it used to be but the attractions of two nice eating places have probably increased the footfall.
June 2019
It’s a new look on the outside but the food very much of the same high quality at the Britannia in Beesands. The new ‘shack’ doesn’t really do it justice with a completely renovated contemporary dining room in keeping with the seaside location and beach hut vibe with excellent views of the bay. There seems to be loads more space too and the higher ceiling gives light to the treats being served from the kitchen. Dave and the team in the kitchen maintain their high standards of food preparation and making dishes that look and taste fantastic, the front of house team are equally as attentive making a great relaxed dining experience. I would have no hesitation in recommending breakfast, lunch or dinner at the Britannia so come back if you have been before and see the changes or give it a go if you never have been. ????????
June 2019
I've been coming to Beesands since I was 2 years old (61 now!). Not every year since adulthood but still can't stay away. Its an ideal location for those who want to get away from it all. Its close enough to Kingsbridge and within easy reach of Dartmouth , Salcombe and Brixham. The locals are very friendly and will always be up for a chat. Its almost tempting to keep this little coastal secret to myself!
October 2018
Bit scary driving down to the beach due to the narrow road but worth it when you got there. Had fish and chips and ate them on the tables that were provided while looking out to sea.
September 2018
Had a wonderful meal in the beach cafe .
July 2018
We've been coming to this general area for over 20 years now and have stayed in many of the surrounding villages . This was the first time we'd stayed in Beesands - but we had walked through it on our coastal walks on many, many occasions. We both loved the peaceful charm of the place - secluded , tranquil and away from it all . But unlike Hallsands (next village along) , it does have two places where you can eat ( The cricket Inn and the Britannia0)and they are both very good . The beach is great - shingle - but really uncrowded in June . ( We were lucky with the weather) and on a clear,sunny day - it is quite magical. ( What a shame the water is so freezing cold !!) This stretch of coastline is stunning - and even if you do no other walks - walk over to Hallsands and read about the old village that was washed away in January 1917 - or just drink in the stunning views . I love this part of Devon and it never fails to take my breath away when you stand on the coast path near the lighthouse and look back across Start Bay to Hallsands , Beesands , Torr Cross , and over towards Dartmouth. Wonderful.
June 2018
Beautiful stoney beach with views of Start Point Lighthouse. Tasty fish and chips available, popular pub and public toilets.
June 2018
Lovely place, good food and very dog friendly :-)
March 2018
Britannia Fish - Great fish - always fresh and lovely family run business. A must for anyone who likes eating good fish!
May 2017
Ideal for quiet and peaceful holiday with two good restaurants both of which are dog friendly.
April 2017
Sunny Cove
(7 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
(7 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
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