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Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base

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A spacious living room with a sofa, coffee table, and TV stand. A kitchen is visible in the background, and there is a large window providing a view of the outdoors.
A spacious living area with a dining table, multiple chairs, a sofa, and a television.
A bedroom with a sloped ceiling, a bed with a white and blue nautical-themed bedspread, two framed pictures on the wall, a bedside table with a lamp, and a window with a view of trees.
A stone building with a gravel driveway and a variety of potted plants and flowers.
A spacious living area with a wooden staircase, a dining set, and a kitchen in the background.

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
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Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top-rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Paddleboard available
    A rare find — hit the water on a paddleboard right here.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to South Devon
2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard

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Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, England
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Hope Cove Beach
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, Slapton Sands
    ‪34 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base

Lovely spacious newly refurbished two bedroom barn conversion with parking and enclosed garden, perfect for families, walkers and those wishing to get away from it all. Little Stadbury combines the convenience of being located within a couple of miles of stunning sandy beaches, lovely welcoming pubs serving delicious food and the historic market town of Kingsbridge whilst tucked away down its own private mile long drive.

The cottage has been completely refurbished and has all mod cons including dishwasher, washing machine, Nespresso coffee machine and central heating and is comfortably and stylishly furnished with luxurious feather and down duvets and pillows and fluffy towels. Dogs are most welcome and just in case they happen to get a little wet and muddy, there is an outside tap with hose, and we provide old towels to dry them! Please note there is an additional cost of GBP 30 per dog. We also provide a highchair, travel cot and stair gate for the little ones by arrangement, and the garden is safe and enclosed with patio, BBQ and grassy area, accessed from the French doors by the kitchen. There is ample parking for two cars. There is also the use of our field for ball games and exercising your dog.
Guests can now try their hand, by arrangement with Sarah, at pottery in the recently completed Little Piggery Pottery studio. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced potters alike, you can try your hand at throwing on the wheel, slab building, decorating and glazing. Any items that you make can be fired in the kiln here and sent on to you as a memento of your stay.
Within walking distance is the village of Bantham and its gorgeous sandy beach, (voted one of Europe’s finest beaches) which is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months and where you can learn to surf, paddle board and windsurf or just sunbathe, sleep or read! Whilst dogs are not allowed on the main beach between May and the end of September, they ARE allowed on the vast beach (at low tide) at the mouth of the estuary between Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. Little Stadbury is also yards from the Avon Estuary Walk route, from which you can pick up the Coastal Path. There are a number of pubs within walking distance including the excellent 14th century Sloop Inn and the Fisherman's Rest (Aveton Gifford), while further afield you are spoilt for choice in terms of award winning eateries. There are village shops in Bantham, Aveton Gifford and Churchstow, and the market town of Kingsbridge is three miles away with a choice of supermarkets and interesting artisanal shops.
Modbury is also worth a visit, particularly to the Wild Goose antique shop. The South Devon Chilli Farm is nearby at Loddiswell. Salcombe is around 7 miles away and Dartmouth 12 for those of a nautical disposition.
Burgh Island is well worth a visit, particularly for lunch at the Pilchard Inn (est 1336), steeped in fishing history and the Hotel is famed for its links to Agatha Christie. When the tide is in the sea tractor will take you there from Bigbury on Sea.
Little Stadbury is superbly located to enjoy everything that the South Hams and South Devon has to offer while providing peace and quiet without being completely off the beaten track.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 twin beds, a foldaway bed as well as a cot
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 well behaved dogs
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10680372
This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Kingsbridge

Located in Kingsbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Overbecks Museum and Garden and Exercise Tiger Memorial are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and South Devon. Quayside Leisure Centre and Sea N Shore are also worth visiting.
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Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, England

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Hope Cove Beach - 21 min drive - 14.2 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 33 min drive - 25.2 km
  • Slapton Sands - 34 min drive - 22.7 km
  • Princess Theatre - 60 min drive - 45.9 km

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Dodbrooke Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salcombe Tap House - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Mahabharat Balti House - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

As of 19 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base on 30 Oct 2026 start from £537, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of Bantham beach, Leasfoot Beach and Bigbury Golf Club. Yarmer Beach is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

About the host

Hosted by Malcolm Davies

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Malcolm and Sarah are delighted to be taking over Little Stadbury which has been a very popular and successful holiday cottage for the past 3 years in this lovely part of the world.
Sarah is a highly acclaimed cook, providing food for a wide range of events from private dining to parties and weddings. She is also a keen potter and gardener.
Malcolm spent many years in the drinks industry, travelling widely, and now enjoys gardening, tennis and an extensive range of cacti!
They have two fine working cockers and doggy guests will be very welcome at Little Stadbury. We will enjoy exploring all the walks around the cottage and down to the sea at Bantham.

Why they chose this property

Little Stadbury is wonderfully situated in a beautiful part of the Devon countryside. Whilst it sits in a very secluded and lovely spot, it is easy to reach the nearby towns and villages such as Modbury, Kingsbridge Totnes and Salcombe. The lovely beaches at Bantham and Bigbury on Sea are very close by too,

What makes this property unique

Lovely comfortable cottage
secluded yet accessible
Dog friendly
Walking distance to the sea

Languages:

French

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