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Waterfall Cottage

From £656

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  • Property code: COWATE
  • Preferred changeover day: Saturday
  • Check in: 4pm
  • Check out: 10am
  • Access statement available
  • Central heating
  • Parking (see description for details)
  • Dishwasher
  • Garden or outside space
  • Swimming pool
  • Nearby pub or restaurant
  • Nearby shop
  • Short breaks available
  • Tumble dryer
  • Washing machine
  • WiFi

Waterfall Cottage is part of The Colmer Estate, a beautiful 18th Century country estate set in 28 acres of private grounds that include a fishing lake, woodland and meadows. Centrally situated in the heart of the South Hams and an easy drive to many beautiful beaches, this is a wonderful holiday destination with fantastic facilities on the doorstep. Whilst there is plenty to occupy more active people at Colmer, there are many places within the extensive grounds of this lovely location for those seeking peace and tranquillity in an idyllic location. 
Popular pub (good beer, bar food and restaurant), shop and petrol station 300 metres; beaches 6 miles; Salcombe, Dartmouth, Dartmoor and many family attractions within easy reach.

 

Steps lead down from the entrance to the open plan living room with lounge and dining area: comfortable sofa, armchair and cushioned footstool; TV, Smart Blue-Ray DVD player (with Netflix and BBC iPlayer); books, games; dining table to seat five.
The kitchen area is well fitted and equipped with electric hob and built-in oven, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and dishwasher.
Steps past foldaway stair gate up to bathroom and two spacious bedrooms:
Bedroom 1 with a 5ft bed, fitted wardrobe, bedside cabinets and chest of drawers
Bedroom 2 with two 3ft single beds and space for the additional 3ft trundle bed for occasional use (most suitable for a child - please note that this will only be made up for bookings of 5 guests over 2 years old unless otherwise specifically requested in good time before arrival); 
Family bathroom with shower over bath, basin and WC.

Facilities:
- Outdoor kidney shaped swimming pool (heated June, July and August).
- An excellent indoor heated (all year) swimming pool.
- All weather tennis court (please bring own equipment).
- Croquet, basketball, football, boules and playhouse in the walled garden; table tennis behind the outdoor pool.
- Fitness room with a good range of aerobic equipment.
- Visitor information and coin-operated laundry facilities.

The cottage has its own private balcony and terrace area with table, parasol and chairs immediately overlooking the beautiful outside pool area; terrace gate leading to stairs down to the swimming pool.

Facilities:
- Outdoor kidney shaped swimming pool (heated end May until mid September).
- An excellent indoor heated swimming pool (open Easter until end of October).
- All weather tennis court (please bring own equipment).
- Opportunities to play basketball, football, table-tennis and boules.
- Picnicking by the private lake.
- Water garden with board walk.
- Magical walled garden with play equipment, a boules pit, picnic tables and a games room with a table football and darts.
- Fitness gymnasium with a good range of equipment (open Easter until end of October).  
- On site payphone in indoor swimming pool lobby.
- Visitor information and laundry facilities.

Famous for being the first town in Europe to ban the use of plastic carrier bags among its retailers, the vibrant market town of Modbury has a great sense of community and takes responsibility for protecting the environment very seriously.

The Avon Valley is a beautiful, unspoilt, rural haven and Modbury is in the heart of this rich farming region. With its dignified terraced houses, slate hung walls and enticing old-fashioned shop windows it creates an impression of going back in time. However, do not be deceived by this timeless character, this little town is a hive of activity with three inns and an array of excellent specialist shops and cafés.

Situated close to Dartmoor, as well as numerous outstanding nearby beaches, including Bigbury-on-Sea with its huge sandy beaches and views out to the iconic Burgh Island, a holiday cottage in Modbury offers a great base for families, couples, and dog owners to fully appreciate the charms of this stunning corner of South Devon.

 

 

One designated parking place next to the cottage and plenty of visitor parking nearby.

  • Included: Bed linen, towels (not swimming towels), travel cot, high chair, wi-fi, electricity, central heating (gas) and all onsite facilities.
  • Telephone: No telephone; pay phone in the nearby indoor swimming pool; mobile reception variable.
  • Pets: One well behaved dog is welcome at this property. Pet charge £30 per dog per week
  • Local Facilities: Excellent local pub, the California Inn, shop and petrol station 300 metres; Beaches 6 miles; Kingsbridge and all local facilities 6 miles. 

California Country Inn
(Less than a mile)

(13)

An award winning traditional country pub popular for its good food, lively bar and pretty beer garden.  Enjoy the bar menu for traditional pub favourites, the restaurant for a la carte, or Sunday Roasts with a choice of meats and excellent veggie option.

California Country Inn California Cross, Modbury PL21 0SG (T: 01548 821449)

Enjoy 10% off drinks from 5-7pm , and 10% off food in the restaurant (excluding Saturday evening and Sunday lunch) with your Toad Hall Cottages Discount Card

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Good food in nice atmosphere with amicable innkeeper and staff. Would visit again.

August 2023


We had a really nice meal at the Cali inn. The food is simple but beautifully cooked. I had scampi and chips with salad which was freshly made. My husband had steak and kidney pie which was home cooked and my son had a burger which was good quality meat, nice burger bun and made to his specifications (no green stuff!!!). The chef cooks to order so slots and tables are limited which means booking is essential.

June 2023


Good standard, classic pub grub with some interesting and different options on the specials list also. Friendly and helpful owners and nice selection of gins!

August 2022


Really great food and very reasonable

June 2022


Friendly service, decent pub grub

May 2022


We always love to use this pub when we stay on the Colmer Estate, it's a lovely little pub with amazing service and even better food! Very family friendly aswel!

September 2021


Enjoyable and delicious meal. Very accommodating to our rambunctious toddler!

July 2021


female member of staff very welcoming and friendly, male member abrupt, food okay

June 2021


I think we were out of luck when we visited this pub. They were short-staffed and had hardly any of the 'specials' advertised on the menu: no steak and ale pie, no lasagne. We wondered if they had a chef at all! I ended up having a dry and tasteless burger, and my husband with the 'Thai green curry' which bore no comparison to a proper Thai curry. Nice wine though.

June 2021


This was a very pleasant pub with the benefit of being a short walk from our holiday cottage. The food was excellent, as was the service. Staff were friendly and efficient. We would go again.

September 2020


Nice pub, with friendly staff and good food and nice cold drinks

August 2019


Lovely pub and restaurant, staff are very friendly and atmosphere is chilled. Couldn't rate them more.

September 2017


Wow! what a lovely reasonable priced place to have an evening meal. We stayed at Colmer Estate just down the road so well within walking distance. The food was great quality, smaller portions for adults with small appetite and childrens selection too. As a family of four we always found something to eat and staff very friendly and happy to accommodate and cleaniliness was very good. Overall I would give 5 stars and would recommend to book (day or two before we found ok) as gets busy due to popularity.

August 2017


Heron Valley
(2 miles)

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)

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The Ship Inn
(3 miles)

(12)

A tastefully modernised 16th century free house serving a wide variety of locally sourced seafood, steaks and vegetarian options both a la carte in the restaurant or from the more relaxed Pub Menu served in the bar.  All meals are beautifully presented and accompanied by an extensive wine list or range of local beers and ciders.

The Ship Inn The Square, Ugborough PL21 0NS (T: 01752 892565)

 

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Fabulous pub with friendly staff

October 2023


Lovely meal, friendly and helpful staff

April 2023


Great pub, very friendly staff and although we did not eat there the food being brought out looed excellent.

March 2023


A lovely pub serving excellent food. They managed to squeeze us in on an early Thursday evening so I would strongly recommend booking

August 2022


Excellent meal and very good service

July 2022


We had two delicious meals at the Ship in Ugborough, very friendly and welcoming

July 2022


Excellent food. Excellent location & furnishings. Excellent, welcoming and attentive staff.

September 2021


Nice staff and decent food in a relaxed atmosphere. Main meals were huge - couldn’t manage dessert!

August 2021


Had a marvellous lunch here on 4th November. Very welcoming excellent food. Faultless

November 2020


Not very impressed with the standard of the food. Parking problematic.

September 2019


We had a family meal at the Ship Inn. It was fantastic food with some really novel twists, and for the quality of food we felt the price was good.

September 2019


Very welcoming, great food

October 2018


Anchor Inn
(3 miles)

A light and airy, welcoming pub with open fire, local ales, a great wine list and friendly atmosphere.  Enjoy a tasty meal or Sunday Roast in the dining room, with good options for kids too, or simply sip your pint in one of the comfy chairs by the fire.  

Anchor Inn Lutterburn Street, Ugborough PL21 0NG (T: 01752 690388)

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The Modbury Inn
(4 miles)

(5)

A family friendly pub with pretty beer garden, pool table and darts and a separate restaurant area for families with plenty of games to keep kids occupied.  Serves a good selection of ales and ciders from local breweries along with good quality food including their speciality gourmet burgers.

The Modbury Inn Brownston St, Modbury, Ivybridge PL21 0RQ (T: 01548 831230)

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Great friendly pub

January 2024


Excellent Sunday lunch , could not fault it.

April 2023


Good pub food, reasonably priced with friendly staff

September 2018


Great fun Sunday Quiz night . Dog friendly, good food at good price. Recommended

July 2017


Nice friendly pub with good food.

April 2017


Heron Valley
(2 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)

 

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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


SUP2You
(4 miles)

Sup2You offers simple online hire of inflatable paddle boards making it easier than ever to get out and enjoy the UK’s beaches, coastline and waterways.  Paddleboarding is the perfect way to stay active, have fun with your family and explore the beautiful region where you’re staying; but with everything else you need to bring on holiday sometimes you won’t have the car space to bring your own!  With SUP2You the process couldn’t be easier, simply click the link below, select the board and duration online, and your paddleboard will be couriered next day to your holiday cottage.   

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Toad Hall Cottages guests can enjoy 10% off their hire when booking for 3 days or more with code Toad10

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Wrangaton Golf Club
(4 miles)

Founded in 1895, Wrangaton Golf Club is situated on the southern slopes of Dartmoor between Ivybridge and South Brent.  Today the nine hole course continues to be a rugged and raw experiences, underlined by the natural beauty of the area - the rich Devonshire countryside and the coastline and the sea 10 miles away.  It is a test of any golfer’s ability, and it is said that you never play the same hole twice.  Warm and welcoming, visitors are invited to attend with green fees starting at £22.50 for 18-holes.  Feel free to pop into the clubhouse afterwards to have a snack, drink or perhaps a traditional Sunday lunch to round off your day.

www.wrangatongolfclub.co.uk

 

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Salcombe Brewery
(5 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) 

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E-xplore Devon - Electric Bike Hire
(5 miles)

South Devon has lots of hills.  Which we love of course because it makes it so gloriously beautiful but it also makes cycling a challenge.  E-xplore have come up with the ultimate solution offering electric bikes to hire for your holiday, delivered direct to your cottage.  So now you can explore the area’s stunning green lanes, cycle trails and beaches in a fun, healthy and hassle-free way.  Based in Churchstow, near Kingsbridge serving the Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Hope Cove, Thurlestone , Bantham area.

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Ayrmer Cove
Ayrmer Cove
(7 miles)

(20)

Roughly one kilometre (20 minutes depending on your pace) from the National Trust car park at Ringmore, and with a selection of footpaths to get to it, Ayrmer Cove is a quiet secluded beach on the South West Coast Path. For anyone on holiday in South Devon it’s a peaceful place to sit and contemplate the natural scenery amongst the shingle, pebbles and rock pools, admiring the cliffs. It makes for a beautiful destination to walk to from Ringmore itself, which is a small village (population 230) with views towards the cove itself as well as Bigbury Bay – it makes for a wonderful holiday cottage destination in South Devon as well as a place to visit as part of your day. Walking to the beach allows you to discover the surrounding woodland, wildlife and history of the area – taking in old smugglers’ routes and hedgerows that have been in situ since the 1800s. It is a little tricky to get to so it’s not ideal for wheelchairs, and there aren’t any toilets or facilities at the beach itself so if you want to stay for a little while don’t forget to take snacks or a picnic if the weather is right. This is all about enjoying the environment that’s such a proud part of the National Trust – it’s everything a holiday in Devon is about, and yes, dogs are permitted all year round and will very much enjoy the walk!

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Fabulously unspoilt and beautiful.

June 2023


Childhood memories and very clean

May 2022


Lovely location for photography and any easy walk from the National Trust car park

April 2022


Beautiful place!

September 2021


Beautiful clean quiet beach , well worth a visit

September 2021


Beautiful cove, first visit. Quite a challenging walk to get there but fascinating to see the slate formations.

August 2021


Perfect swim spot

May 2021


What a wonderful, quiet little haven!

September 2019


A beautiful little cove and fun for dogs and children.

August 2019


You can walk to this secluded cove from the cottage. Probably about 20 mins away, depending on your pace. Plenty of blackberries to eat/collect on route when in season! No facilities at the cove but beautifully unspoilt.

August 2019


Really beautiful secluded beach - great for the dog too!

July 2019


A lovely beach at the end of a beautiful valley. Absolutely perfect for dogs and never busy.

June 2019


Parked in the NT car park at Ringmore and took the 15 min walk down to the beach. Saw a beautiful sunset and had the place to ourselves. Bliss

November 2018


What a fantastic place. So quiet - we had the whole beach to ourselves a lot of the time. Our dogs loved it.

September 2018


A lovely quiet cove, with excellent rock pools at low tide. No sand but the kids enjoy it as an alternative to the massive sandy beaches at Bigbury and Bantham.

September 2018


stunning little beach, very quiet and great for snorkelling

July 2018


Beautiful cove. Very quiet with lots of bird life.

June 2018


Well worth the walk with beautiful views of Burgh island from the coast path. We were the only ones there on a very sunny day in April. Perfect.

April 2018


Simply stunning and well worth the steep (ish) walk down from the National Trust car park at Ringmore. When there - it's hard to imagine the horrors of today's modern world.

September 2017


Gorgeous beach for an evening swim and barbecue. So peaceful and beautiful

June 2017


Challaborough Bay
Challaborough Bay
(7 miles)

(6)

Close to Kingsbridge, Challaborough Bay is a sandy beach in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty that’s perfect for enjoying all the seaside activities nature can afford. At low tide the beach is ideal for visiting families to build sandcastles and explore the rock pools, while the swells and shore breaks also attract surfers and bodyboarders. There are some beautiful walks along the coast path that surrounds it, heading towards Bigbury on Sea in particular. Making it an ideal spot to spend the day, the beach has toilets, a café and a beach shop close by, although access is via steps and small paths so accessibility isn’t wheelchair friendly. There is a car park but it’s rather small, so it’s good to know that a 15-minute walk to Bigbury will see ample parking available – seasonal charges apply so remember to bring cash with you. While four legged friends are welcome in the winter, they are not allowed on the beach between May and September, so do plan their walks with that in mind. It’s a lovely spot along the coast path to bring them to, you can even beach hop from one to the next!

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Cempletely different atmosphere to the rest of the South Hams. Part of a beautiful coastline set amidst class South Hams countryside.

June 2023


Good if you’re staying all day with children but expensive to park, only whole day parking not good if you don’t want to stay a long tome

April 2022


I didn't like it here. I found it a bit tacky. Also on my walk I popped into the Cafe in the morning but had missed their breakfast time which ended at 11.30 and I was there at 11.34 so they refused to serve me toast with coffee! So I walked out! A guy behind me in the queue was left open mouthed and said if I go on to Bigbury I'll get it anytime I want!

September 2021


Beautiful place to watch the sunset. Good fish and chips on the beach in the evening. Wouldn’t spend the day there as holiday park attached and the beach was left absolutely covered in rubbish by the guests ????

September 2019


Lovely, & just a short walk from Bigbury on Sea car park. It also has a fantastic chip shop that does gluten free fish & chips!

August 2019


Lovely beach

April 2017


Bantham Beach
Bantham Beach
(7 miles)

(15)

At the mouth of the Avon River, Bantham beach is easy to reach from Salcombe, Kingsbridge and our other favourite holiday home locations, as well as being a beautiful area to stay in its own right. The beach looks out over Bigbury Bay and offers a wonderful view of Burgh Island, which is famous for its art deco hotel of the same name that has hosted Agatha Christie and Noel Coward amongst its illustrious guests an can reach by sea tractor. Bantham beach has a popular reputation amongst both novice and advanced surfers, and as such there are lessons available from the Bantham Surfing Academy, which operates from the beach. They also offer other water sports including paddle boarding, and a day pottering up the Avon River on one of those when the tide is right, is a day well spent. When the tide is out at Bantham the sandy beach reveals rock pools and great swathes of space so you can happily set up a picnic and stay there for the whole day. If the mood strikes, why not walk along the coast path towards Thurlestone around the corner, and South Milton Sands beyond that, particularly as it’s also a popular beach for dog owners? Just keep in mind that from 1st May until 30th September restrictions apply, so look out for signposts with more information. If you’re spending the whole day on the beach it’s worth popping to the Gastrobus which is open seasonally in the car park, offering everything from freshly made baps to coffees, teas and cakes, or for a larger meal head the short walking distance to The Sloop Inn gastropub. There is plenty of parking available by Bantham, with charges from £3.50 per day, so make sure you have change on you as it’s a bit tricky to find parking otherwise. There are toilets in the car park, and from May to October from 10am until 6pm there is also lifeguard cover on the beach. All in, Bantham has something to offer everyone throughout the year and is one of many beautiful locations to spend time while you’re in South Devon.

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What an amazing beach, perfect for doggy adventures, love it love it love it, the river beach is especially nice

March 2024


Lovely beach but no dog's allowed

September 2023


Lovely beach and walk over cliffs to Thurlestone. Beautiful views.

July 2023


One of the most beautiful and relaxing places on earth.

June 2023


Worth the £4.50 to park for the afternoon plenty of walking and rock pools to explore, a good wide sandy beach for people with children

April 2022


Great beach particularly at low tide

October 2021


The most extaordinary place and great for kids. Lots to see and do - great sand and very shallow waters so very safe. if you get a chance to go on the water tractor that is great.. and do visit the Pub on the island. Great day out.

August 2021


A lovely beach. £6.50 to park for the day - it's a private estate - but a shame that the owners aren't prepared to put some of the money towards improvements to the toilets - one small sink in each of the men's & women's toilets with a malfunctioning tap is not enough for a beach full of people, children & dogs!

August 2019


Lovely beach for gentle surfing with ice creams, coffee, snacks and pizzas close to the car park.

July 2019


Glorious especially at low tide.

April 2019


Best beach in the South Hams.

July 2018


Can get busy with surfers, but a beautiful place with a wide sandy beach. Lots of room for everyone.

April 2018


Beautiful beach. Nightmare of a road (especially in high season) to get to it. Worth it though when you get there.

July 2017


A short walk (less than a mile) from Thurlestone, this is a stunning beach. Lots of shallow water with sand underfoot, truly amazing.

July 2017


Fantastic sandy beach and so big. My dog loved running around and jumping into the water. Plenty of space for all.

April 2017


Wonwell Beach
Wonwell Beach
(7 miles)

(5)

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Wonwell is a sandy beach on the east shore of the Erme river which joins Mothecombe at low tide. It affords visitors a large expanse to explore and is accessed via a woodland path from the road which takes about 10 minutes. Alternatively, there is a slipway from the road to the shore of the river and at low tide you can walk along the edge to the beach itself, so make sure you get your timings right to make the most of this one. Parking is limited at Wonwell Beach so keep that in mind when you’re heading over. Road parking allows for around 20 cars depending on their size and there aren’t really any facilities around, although there are toilets nearby. This does mean you need to be prepared if you’re heading there for the best part of the day, but also makes for a very peaceful experience whether it’s lounging about on the sand with a picnic in the summer, or a stroll in the cooler months, simply taking in the atmosphere. Dogs are allowed on the beach all year round so it’s the perfect place to take them for a run around. Something to be careful of – do keep an eye on the tide to avoid getting cut off when it comes in and getting very wet en route back to dry land!

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Lovely beach. so quiet at certain times. always different. great for dogs. parking very limited.

May 2022


Amazing spot, so peaceful. Parking the only issue.

June 2021


Nice beach and great walks that lead to it, very few people around in August! Limited parking so you are better off walking there.

August 2019


Glorious beach at the mouth of the Erme. Narrow lanes and very limited parking. No toilets, cafes etc - wonderful! Turning circle for cars just before the beach but expect to have to reverse back up the access lane to allow cars that are leaving to go back. A nightmare on Bank Holidays - parking almost impossible and expect to have to negotiate very tight spaces.

September 2017


Lovely beach but bit of a trek for little ones

April 2017


Bigbury on Sea
Bigbury on Sea
(7 miles)

(36)

It won’t come as a surprise to anyone who has visited that Bigbury on Sea is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for sand castles and rock pooling as well as tucking into lengthy summer picnics, it is an unusual beach to visit because the tide comes in from both sides. As a result, it is an endless source of fascination for children, not least for its sea tractor which provides transport from one end of the beach to the other in order to reach Burgh Island. Burgh Island is connected to mainland England by the beach alone, it’s home to the famous art deco Burgh Island Hotel which has hosted Agatha Christie and Noel Coward since its incarnation in 1929, and has even made an appearance in the TV adaptation of Christie’s Poirot. On a practical note there is on-site parking available close to the beach with daily charges from £3.50. Toilets and shower facilities with disabled access are also nearby, and lifeguards are present from May to September. The Venus café offers teas, coffees and other refreshments including the ice creams that are of such fundamental importance for a day at the beach. Meanwhile, dog lovers will be pleased to know that four legged friends are welcome at Bigbury on Sea, but restrictions apply from 1st May until 30th September. Ultimately, Bigbury on Sea is a supremely beautiful location and fun family day out with abundant wildlife to enjoy and coastal footpaths to explore as well, making it a wonderful destination to visit on holiday in Devon, no matter what time of the year it is.

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Great beach dogs allowed it's our favourite beach in south Devon

September 2023


Absolutely world class beaches around bigbury and bantham,stunning at all times.

September 2023


Fabulous sandy beach with good cafe and toilets. Advisable to get there early as parking can be an issue.

September 2023


Lovely area to visit our grandchildren loved it for body boarding. It was safe for them and also had RNLI lifeguards present. A trip on the sea tractor was quite a highlight for them.

August 2023


A beautiful beach, soo close to our holiday accommodation we could go home for lunch. Just ass well because the beach cafe is overpriced and very average.

August 2023


Great beach especially for children. Ample parking, cafe, surf shop and very clean free toilets

August 2023


Favourite sandy beach, part dog friendly over summer,

July 2023


Wonderful place, lovely walk to Burgh Island and up to top.

July 2023


A delightful spot and good water sport activities. Burgh Island is a must.

July 2023


Fabulous convergence of two tides and wonderful beaches. Beach Barista on the Bigbury side selling great coffee and ice cream. Beach shop very handy for topping up on beach gear.

June 2023


Get there early to get a car parking space. Great location for families

May 2023


Loved this beach we spent a lot of time here. Plus side - the car park machines don’t work and it was impossible to pay via the App. The parking attendant told us not to worry about trying! Minus - very smelly toilets.

August 2022


Excellent beach for all the family with dog friendly sections. Massive sandy beach when tide out. Cafe and toilets above beach. Paying for car park very difficult unless you have coins.

August 2022


Fantastic beach! The walks we had at low tide were amazing. Especially when we walked along the river looking over to Bantham.

July 2022


Wonderful beach at low tide. Great spot.

October 2021


A tranquil, enchanting destination for families and dogs alike. Away from the hustle and bustle , outstanding views, fabulous beach for walkers and bathers.

August 2021


Amazing beach and in our opinion the best in the area. Great cafe and surf shop where we hired SUPs. Visited most days and was always impressed. Visit in the evening for a beautiful sunset too. Walking over to the island and exploring there is also worth it.

August 2021


Clean and safe

July 2021


A beautiful location, and just the right amount of facilities. The roads to Bigbury can sometimes be a challenge due to narrowness, but it's worth it when you get here.

June 2021


What a really stunning beach, well worth the trip round the estuary from Noss Mayo. Gorgeous sand and very dog friendly. Worth having a coffee at the Pilchard Inn on Burgh Island.

May 2021


Beautiful location, lovely large sandy beach. If you go across to Burgh Island when the tide is out be warned the prices at Pilchard's Inn are extortionate!

May 2021


We have visited Bigbury and Burgh Island over many years, and it never disappoints; the picturesque environment does much to enhance the holiday atmosphere, and meets the needs of a relaxed holiday.This year, we enjoyed the wonderful experience of cream tea and cocktails at the famous hotel at a very reasonable price; we booked in advance, were driven to the entrance via the hotel transport, and sea tractor back - perfect afternoon!

September 2019


Bigbury bay which I have visited since a child and an amazing beach for all the family.

August 2019


Wonderful - with greats loos & cafes. The Beach Barista coffee is also great!

August 2019


Really lovely sandy beach, perfect for young families as the water stays shallow and the dog can join you in certain areas too, so makes for an all round great day out!

July 2019


Excellent beach for small children. Very clean. The sea tractor gave it an added dimension. Our 2 year old granddaughter loved riding on it!

June 2019


Fab, sand spit beach, covered at high tide, access to Burgh island. An absolute must.

July 2018


Gorgeous beach - very large and areas suitable for dogs. Check tides before you go. Walk over to Burgh island is great. Good toilets and shop - very clean.

July 2018


Wonderful beach and great view of Burgh Island and the marvellous hotel.

July 2018


Perfect

June 2018


Spent a happy afternoon watching the sea.

May 2018


Perfect location. Excellent to walk across the tombolo and explore the island. Very safe for dogs. We visited on a very sunny day in April and were lucky to get a free parking spot right by the slipway. Views from the top are wonderful. Watching the waves meet from both directions is fascinating.

April 2018


Great beach for walking the dog - only part of the beach is restricted. Not overcrowded as we visited out of season and some lovely views in all directions.

September 2017


Lovely place. Child friendly with fantastic views. Only downside is the dogs that are allowed on. It can get very busy in high season and the dogs can be a pain if running loose especially if you have got little ones. We have got a dog so it's not because we aren't dog lovers!

July 2017


Rather run down and disappointing that visitors are made to feel rather unwanted with only a small section of the pub open to non-residents and the hotel off limits completely to non-residents. View from the top lovely, but I wouldn't drive miles and miles to visit. What attracted me was the parting of the sea and that was a lovely view

June 2017


Fantastic unique place with sea both sides of the beach when the tide is out and Burgh Island to walk to with a lovely old pub but inefficient service.

April 2017


June 2023

Waterfall Cottage is located in beautiful private surroundings. The facilities were excellent.


August 2022

We did enjoy our stay and would consider coming back in the future.


November 2021

Would book again, we had a lovely holiday.


November 2021

We loved our stay and would very much like to return to Waterfall cottage. We used the indoor pool every day and could not fault the property. THANK YOU!


October 2021

We did thoroughly enjoy our stay, the facilities on site were great and location was fantastic - the second bedroom which our kids used was very spacious which they were happy about and the property was well equipped with everything we needed.


September 2021

A beaytiful place and we would definately recommend it


June 2021

Lovely week and plan to return. Excellent value for money and holiday Could not have asked for more


June 2021

The property was spacious, well decorated and very pleasant. I'd happily stay there again.


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