Luxury coastal cottages in Devon 

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.