Luxury coastal cottages in Devon
From dramatic cliffs and world-class surf in the north to undulating hills and secluded coves in the south, our luxury coastal cottages in Devon make for idyllic retreats.
Like a “Jekyll and Hyde” on either side of Dartmoor’s wilder centre, two differing coastlines bookend Devon. To the north, jagged rocks collide with the sea and visitors flock to sunbathe upon miles of golden sand. This is where you’ll find double-scoop ice-cream cones in Ilfracombe, while strolls through Appledore’s colourful streets evoke nostalgic British seaside holidays. The south offers a quieter experience with its gentle valleys and the pretty village of Noss Mayo, a haven for bird-watchers. Whether travelling as a couple, with family or taking a dog-friendly holiday in shoulder season, Devon’s coasts are scattered with sea-view bedrooms and hot tubs under the stars.
Even when mist shrouds Devon’s beaches or frost dusts its shores, the coastal magic remains, best savoured with piping-hot mugs of tea accompanied by cream-laden scones. The iconic South West Coast Path is a classic Devon adventure; Exmoor’s steep inclines and exposed headlands tempt walkers in the north, while Hope Cove’s cosy pubs are a warm welcome after southern trails. For explorers, secret beaches beckon down vertiginous steps carved into cliffs, while abundant scallop beds lure freedivers. Whether hiking, sailing, building sandcastles building or simply relaxing, a luxury holiday cottage on the Devon coast offers nature's finest remedy for city-weary souls.
Watermark
Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, UK
A former boat workshop, Watermark is a luxury waters’-edge home with a hot tub on the River Dart in Devon's Stoke Gabriel; expect chic shacks, crabbing, and canoes instead of cars.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
From: £2,395 per week, £1,795 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Hot tub
Ivy Cove
Holbeton, Noss Mayo, Devon, UK
Perfectly placed for both sun baking and storm watching, Ivy Cove is a luxury cottage near Noss Mayo where colourful modern design and spectacular coastal views go hand in hand.
Sleeps: Up to 4 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 2 guests
From: £2,195 per week, £1,650 per short break
Pets: Two well-behaved dogs are welcome, or three small dogs on prior request
Features: Wood-fired hot tub and tennis court
Leopoldina
Stoke Gabriel, Totnes, Devon, UK
Once the stables to Sandridge Park, now a luxury Italianate manor with a heated pool in Devon's Stoke Gabriel, Leopoldina was the last creation of famed architect John Nash.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
Alternative Group Option: Up to 6 guests
From: £4,450 per week, £3,250 per short break
Pets: Sorry, no pets
Features: Outdoor heated pool (available May-September), private beach on the River Dart, yoga space with roof terrace, and games annex with table tennis and a football table
Ellesmera Mill
A 400-year-old South Hams residence that's full of charm, Ellesmera Mill is a luxury country home with a hot tub, sauna and cinema room near Dartmouth on the Devon coast.
Sleeps: Up to 10 guests
From: £3,595 per week, £2,695 per short break
Pets: One small or medium-sized well-behaved dog is welcome on prior request.
Features: Wood-fired hot tub, sauna, cinema room with table football
