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9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island

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Picturesque Thurlestone village
A compact kitchen with a dishwasher, washing machine, and a window with blinds.
A dining area with a table and chairs, a clock on the wall, and a painting above the table.
A bunk bed room with a wooden chair and a window with curtains.
A golf course with a flag, a house in the background, and sheep grazing on the hill.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
With ocean views, this apartment features 2 bedrooms and 1 bathroom, accommodating 4 guests. Enjoy activities like surfing, hiking, and swimming nearby. The property is pet-friendly, located in a village near the sea. Explore attractions such as Yarmer Beach and Leasfoot Beach.

Highlights

  • Scenic water view

    Relax and unwind with top-rated water views, offering a scenic experience.
  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks

    Near South Devon
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Garden
  • Free Wi-Fi

Explore the area

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Thurlestone, Devon
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Bantham beach
    ‪6 min drive‬
  • Place, Thurleston Sands
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Bunk Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden
Dining area

About this property

9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island

9 The Downs is a light and airy ground floor apartment set within a beautiful early 1900's building with large garden. The garden boasts stunning views of the sea and the surrounding beautiful South Devon coastline including the majestic and ancient Thurlestone Rock, nearby Burgh Island (Agatha Christie's inspirational location for her novel 'Evil Under The Sun'), and the fabulous golden sands of Bantham Beach ever popular with families and surfers alike. 9 The Downs is the perfect peaceful spot to relax by the coast.

The property is a newly modernised 2 bedroom ground floor flat in an extension to a building dating back to 1907 which sits on the high downs above Thurlestone village with commanding views of the sea and countryside.
The flat has its own entrance, accessible via a key safe and consists of entrance hall, kitchen/sitting room, 2 bedrooms one a double and the other with a pair of adult bunks and bathroom with bath and shower.
The flat is light and airy and has good quality furniture and carpets as well as a nice selection of art work on the walls.
There is broadband and a tv plus dvd player, together with a good selection of dvds. There is central heating. There is a dishwasher and a washing machine in the well equipped kitchen.

Thurlestone is a very pretty village by the sea in the popular South Hams area of South Devon. It is an ideal place for days out at the beach, walking holidays or for golfers. The Coastal Path is directly accessible from the flat. There are several dog-friendly beaches in Thurlestone which never get too crowded all of these are accessible by foot.
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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)

Please keep pets off the furniture and beds

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Dogs are very welcome, we do ask that guests do please keep their dogs off the furniture and beds (additional pet fee of £40 per dog)

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11047914
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.
This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 is a carbon monoxide detector 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

About the area

Kingsbridge

Located in Kingsbridge, this apartment is in a rural area and near the beach. Salcombe Maritime Museum and Overbecks Museum and Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Quayside Leisure Centre and Sea N Shore. Slapton Ley Field Centre and Woodlands Family Theme Park are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and swimming offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails nearby.
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Thurlestone, Devon

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Yarmer Beach - 5 min drive - 1.4 km
  • Bantham beach - 6 min drive - 3.1 km
  • Leasfoot Beach - 6 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Thurleston Sands - 8 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 26 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 71 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ring O Bells - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Dodbrooke Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Salcombe Tap House - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

How much does it cost to stay at 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island?

As of 16 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island on 2 Nov 2026 start from £343, 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 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 9 The Downs, Thurlestone overlooking Burgh Island located?

Situated by the sea, this apartment building is within 1 mile (2 km) of Leasfoot Beach and Yarmer Beach. Bantham beach and Thurleston Sands are also within 2 miles (3 km).

About the host

Hosted by Bonita Jones

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Compass Quay Coastal Holidays manage a bespoke portfolio of properties in the South Hams, Devon. At Compass Quay Coastal Holidays we believe that the personal touch with guests and homeowners is key to our success, whether it be assistance to help you choose your perfect holiday, or to have our dedicated staff to look after your holiday home, whichever, we endeavour to make your needs our priority. We are blessed to have an amazing local team with over 50 years of combined experience within the holiday home rental business.

Why they chose this property

We are fortunate to live and work in this beautiful South Hams area of outstanding natural beauty in South Devon, and it is lovely to host guests travelling from all over the UK and abroad. With our in depth local knowledge and a passion for creating the best holiday experience possible we enjoy showing our guests the best that South Devon can offer as a holiday destination all year round whilst staying in one of our fabulous holiday properties.

What makes this property unique

9 The Downs is the perfect peaceful spot to relax by the coast. A private and peaceful location, comfortable and modern property with beaches, golf, and village facilities within walking distance.

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