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5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Patio
Dog-friendly
Refrigerator
Internet
Dryer
Onsite parking available
Explore the area
Salcombe, Devon
South Devon
Place, South Devon
1 min walk
Small's Cove
Place, Small's Cove
12 min walk
Mill Bay
Place, Mill Bay
20 min walk
Rooms & beds
5 bedrooms (sleeps 9)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
1 Double Bed
Bedroom 3
2 Single Beds
Bedroom 4
1 Single Bunk Bed
Bedroom 5
1 Single Bed
3 bathrooms
Bathroom 1
Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet
Bathroom 2
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Bathroom 3
Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe
Little Downgate is situated in the pretty village of East Portlemouth looking over towards the famous sailing town of Salcombe. Enjoy the sunny side of the estuary with multiple stunning sandy beaches to choose from as well as cafes and walks aplenty. Salcombe can be reached easily by hopping on the foot ferry should you wish and water sports lovers can hire equipment a couple of minutes from the property. The house is comfortable, well equipped and offers parking and a delightful garden.
Key Property Features... - 5 bedrooms: 1 king-size, 1 large double, 1 twin, 1 bunkbed, 1 single - 3 bathrooms: 1 bath, 2 shower rooms - Utility room - Wood burner - 1 dog welcome - Dining area with patio doors leading to garden - Patio & large garden - Private roadside parking - Glorious estuary & countryside views
Need to know... Due to internal steps, some without hand rails, this property may not be suitable for those with limited mobility. There is only one fitted stairgate which is the staircase off the lounge. The other staircase that leads from the kitchen/ dining room at the rear of the house does not have a stairgate. Guests to supply charcoal for the BBQ
Who we think its suitable for... Perfect for families or groups of friends wanting to enjoy the beach life or walk this stunning section of the coastal footpath.
About a holiday in East Portlemouth & Salcombe... East Portlemouth sits opposite the popular town of Salcombe which is easily accessed from this stunning property via the passenger ferry 280 yards away. The village itself has a café, the fabulous Port Waterhouse, with pop up dining events and a bar open seasonally, along with being home to Salcombe paddle boarding, the village also boasts some fabulous sandy beaches along with direct access to the South West Coast Path- very scenic coastal walk or a mile along the Devon lanes takes you to The Gara Rock Hotel, serving delicious food with some of the best scenery a restaurant could provide, plus a spa and cinema room. The nearby village of South Pool also boasts a gastro pub, the Millbrook Inn. The bustling market town of Kingsbridge is a thirty minute drive away, with shops, pubs, eateries and a cinema and in the other direction along the picturesque coastal road is the historic Naval town of Dartmouth, again well serviced with amenities.
Salcombe is a historic fishing and sailing town that has become famous as a holiday destination because of its natural beauty and its local charm. Blessed with more beaches than you can visit in a week, a jaw-dropping estuary and magnificent walks along the South West Coast Path, it’s also filled with local traditions. For example, there’s the Town Regatta, excellent sailing opportunities and an ice cream factory. There is also the Salcombe Gin Distillery, which has a bar overlooking the water serving Gin cocktails as well as excellent coffees. You can’t leave without sampling the town’s unparalleled clotted cream fudge, visiting the magnificent bakery and restaurants such as The Crabshed and The Winking Prawn, which have practically become a rite of passage for visitors.
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Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit one pet total)
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Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Property # 11627313
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
Salcombe
Located in Salcombe, this holiday home is in a rural area and by the sea. Salcombe Maritime Museum and Overbecks Museum and Garden are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Quayside Leisure Centre and Slapton Ley Field Centre. Sea N Shore and Woodlands Family Theme Park are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with power boating, sailing and swimming nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking.
Is 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.
How much does it cost to stay at 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe?
As of 20 Sept 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe on 9 Oct 2026 start from £840, 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 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe located?
Situated by the sea, this holiday home is within a 10-minute walk of English Channel, South West Coast Path Section 39 Trailhead and Fisherman's Cove. Small's Cove and Mill Bay are also within 15 minutes.
Reviews
7.2
Good
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We have stayed in many places in east portlemouth (we prefer this side of salcombe due to the beaches) and this was by far the poorest value for money. At over 3k for one week the house felt like one long corridor. The living room was small, the kitchen small with no cupboard space for our own food and the fridge some way away. The house was dated and equipment didn’t work…. the dishwasher useless, the oven door kept breaking and curtain poles coming off etc. Thank goodness the garden patio was large as it was the only place we could congregate as a family. Very disappointed and won’t be booking again.
We enjoyed a lovely stay in the house with family of all ages.
Plenty of bedroom/ bathroom space with a good sized garden and great location.
The location is stunning, but need to be aware there are 138 steep steps to get to beaches ( which are fabulous ) and boat to Salcombe!
Not a problem with the house but the beach cafe is currently closed and for sale… limiting amount of local places to eat on East Portlemouth side of estuary. Ferry is easy to get to Salcombe And water taxis also available to get back later in evening.
The kitchen and dining in the house is tight for 8 people.
More details would be great in property info… ie WiFi password and we took 2 days to work out how to make the downstairs shower not freezing cold!
The bbq was on its side in garden and didn’t look very usable, also mentions fire pit in book, but we didn’t even see one.
Great house, but maybe needs a bit more attention pre letting.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified review
8/10 Good
Rebecca W.
22 Aug 2026
Liked: Check-in, communication
A large property in a beautiful location with enough bedroom space for 9 people with smaller family members in the bunk bed. Anybody with physical disabilities will find the many steps down to the beach difficult but perfect for a family with teenagers. Pros - The views are sensational and it is in a quiet, peaceful area. A fantastic garden with lots of space for dining, games and sunbathing (although no sun loungers) and good ability to keep on top of washing in utility room. Very short distance to the local beautiful beaches. A good beach cafe, farm shop and cafe and toilets close by. The kitchen was well stocked for cooking implements, we were glad we bought a huge saucepan to be able to cook for 9. A large fridge freezer was also very welcome. The kids loved the quirky layout of the house. This was a good family holiday with lots of beach fun with doggy in tow. Would highly recommend a trip to the pebble beach in Beesands and a meal at the cricket Inn. No smart TV was actually a good thing here and kept teenagers off devices.Cons - The property wasn’t particularly clean on arrival, dirty mugs under bed, a large amount of cobwebs and floors with lots of sand on. There were not enough instructions for appliances e.g. downstairs shower (has a booster in the kitchen cupboard) and the induction hob had to be googled. There were a few things that were not working quite correctly, the dishwasher doesn’t sit properly within the kitchen unit, the cooker door is unreliable an
On first arrival the cottage was lovely; a bit quirky but looked as if it would meet our needs. However, considering the cottage slept quite at least 8 adults there wasn’t enough seating in the TV room to accommodate that many. The TV did not have BBC channels so we couldn’t watch Strictly on the Saturday! A smart TV would be better as many people have subscriptions to streaming services. Also the TV in the big bedroom but want connect by aerial; there was an aerial but it was too short to reach the TV! There were no mirrors in the bedrooms so we didn’t have anything to do make up or dry hair! The mirror in the shower room upstairs didn’t work and the towel rail was cold! We found the switch on our last day!