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Plover 2 - The Cove

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Living area
Outdoor dining
Outdoor dining
Terrace/patio
Pool

Reviews

8.6 out of 10
Excellent
1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Dryer
  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave

Rooms & beds

0 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Common Spaces

1 Double Bed and 2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen

About this property

Plover 2 - The Cove

A 2 bedroom top floor holiday apartment in Brixham with a large balcony and spectacular sea views.

This gated development of apartments overlooks the beautiful Fishcombe Cove. Plover 2 is a top floor apartment, sitting on the second row. For walkers, you couldn`t get closer to The Southwest Coastal Path, including scenic local 11-mile routes from Brixham to Dartmouth in one direction, and Brixham to Babbacombe in the other.

Inside, the property has a colourful scheme and a semi-rustic feel with warm, sunny accents throughout. There`s something for everyone, including a telescope to enhance the views of the water, the end of the breakwater, or the clearer night skies that come with this rural environment. The kitchen combines modernity with touches including a provided radio to try out the local stations, including Riviera FM.

The glass-front balcony — easily accessed from the lounge — offers a spot to enjoy the provided furniture with your friends and family, enjoying a glass of wine and soaking up the sea air.

This family-friendly property means no loved one need be left behind. A travel cot and high chair is provided. Children will love to swim and play in the development`s heated outdoor pool. Returning guests to the Bay often choose The Cove again!

Essential Details:

Balcony featuring barbecue, seating & dining table, accessible from the lounge
Named parking space on-site
Heated outdoor pool (late May Bank Holiday to mid-September)
Free Wi-Fi included
Well-equipped kitchen
Washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher available for use
Shower over bath (towels provided)

Location information

The Cove is a stone`s throw away from the Battery Gardens. There is a local bus service from the nearby Mount stop (2-minute walk) for those not fancying the longer 15-minute stroll into the harbour. From the harbour you can then catch a ferry or bus to the wider Torbay and South Devon area, including destinations such as Torquay and Dartmouth. Torquay then offers access far beyond via the Great Western Railway.

Suggestions from the team on places to visit in Brixham and beyond:

Paignton Zoo
Funfish Trips & Dolphin Watching
Berry Pomeroy Castle
Brixham Museum
Berry Head Nature Reserve & Napoleonic Fort
Churston Cove
Local National Trust properties – Greenway and Coleton Fishacre
Dartmouth Steam Railway
Woodlands
Paignton Pier
Agatha Christie Mile (1.3 miles)

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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

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11228203
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 not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher

About the area

Brixham

Brixham is home to this apartment. Golden Hind and Brixham Heritage Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Churston Station and Battlefield Live Torbay. Torbay Leisure Centre and Coleton Fishacre House & Gardens are also worth visiting.
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The Cove, Devon

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Battery Gardens - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Churston Cove - 2 min walk - 0.2 km
  • Fishcombe Cove - 5 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Brixham Harbour - 14 min walk - 1.2 km

Getting around

  • Paignton Station - 30 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 67 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Trawler Pub - ‬11 min walk
  • ‪The Golden Lion - ‬18 min walk
  • ‪The Old Market House - ‬15 min walk
  • ‪The Mermaid - ‬16 min walk
  • ‪The Curious Kitchen - ‬15 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is Plover 2 - The Cove pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Plover 2 - The Cove?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Plover 2 - The Cove?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Plover 2 - The Cove located?

Situated in Brixham, this apartment building is steps away from Battery Gardens and Fishcombe Cove. Brixham Harbour and Golden Hind are also within 1 mile (2 km).

Reviews

8.6

Excellent

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 7 out of 14 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 14 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 3 out of 14 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 14 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 14 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely short break at over 2

Apartment was clean and comfortable. Good view of the sea. Area very quiet. Nice walk into Brixham along the coast path. Toaster kept setting off the smoke alarm otherwise everything was perfect!
Response from VrboOwner on 13 May, 2026
Thank you for your review, I am delighted that you enjoyed your stay at the apartment and we hope to see you again soon.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

2nd time here this year, really nice place

Very good break in a stunning location Clean well maintained property Can use Brixham holiday park club next door as well
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Nov, 2025
Thank you so much for your kind review! we are so glad you enjoyed your stay with us and we really appreciate your repeat custom - thank you for coming back to us! kind regards, Amber.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Martin B.

Love this place

We love this place and have stayed here many times. However, it’s time for some investment the fire alarm is far too sensitive and sets off when cooking toast and beds have seen better days and become uncomfortable. The fridge requires repairs and sits at an angle and the food falls out. The location is fabulous. I recommend this to anybody.
Response from VrboOwner on 27 Oct, 2025
It is lovely to hear that you have enjoyed many stay's previously at Plover 2, The Cove and have loved it. I will pass you feed back to the owners for their consideration.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Excellent Location & views

Even though this is set back from the other appartments on the front, you still get a great view of Torbay. The appartment was clean and welcoming and we had no issues during our stay. A short walk from Brixham Harbour and the on site pool is well kept and highly recommended - weather permitting! Would stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Jul, 2025
Thank you for your review of Plover 2 The Cove and for recommending it to others. I am glad the apartment provided a great base for your adventures exploring the area. You would be very welcome back in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Wonderful views

Stunning location but disappointed that there wasn't a freezer and the freezer box in the fridge was very iced up, almost unusable. I think the website could have been more explicit about the facilities in the apartment. Also the shelf in the fridge door was cracked and needs fixing.
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Sept, 2025
Thank you for your review for Plover 2, The Cove. You don't stay that you reported the issues mentioned in the review to the office. I will ask the housekeeper to keep an idea on Freezer box and ask them to let us know which shelf in the fridge needs replacing. I am pleased that you enjoyed the stunning location of The Cove.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Plover 2 - The Cove, Brixham

Beautifully decorated two bedroom apartment with sea view/balcony and allocated parking (added bonus as private parking very limited in Brixham) Fully integrated kitchen, tea towels/washing up liquid provided plus books/games/throws in the lounge area. The complimentary fresh milk/box of shortbread was a nice touch especially after a long journey. Informative Email correspondence including relevant gate/door codes and local restaurant suggestions. Extremely quiet, we were the only visitors in the block but it was the end of November. No doubt much busier during the summer. Lovely soft large towels and a great hot shower. Tip: Wi-Fi password is in a photo frame under the TV. Negative: We didn’t sleep very well as found the pillows too hard (this is more a personal preference so may not affect others) Be careful on the steps outside, it was rather dark - not sure if there was a switch for the outside stair light but it wasn’t on/working. Overall, highly recommended - we would stay again.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

LUCY D.

Sea views and starry skies!

Fabulous views and large terrace to watch the fishing boats, the sea and stars. The apartment is stocked with everything you could need, cute and compact. Great to have onsite parking and the proximity of forest walks with glimpses of the sea, Brixham town close too.. We highly recommend Plover 2 and The Cove.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Mar, 2024
Thank you for your review of Plover 2, The Cove. I am glad you enjoyed your stay and made the most of the balcony, we hope to see you again in the future.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Martin B.

Lovely location in a once great apartment

We stayed here a number of years ago, and it literally hasn’t changed. The fridge is at an angle and the dishwasher is broken. Whilst as stated we had no hot water which wasn’t a problem as we used the kettle and shower. The apartment and location together make it super value but it could be so much more.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

It was exactly as stated

The sea view from lounge and bedroom is indescribable, excellent, relaxing, exhilarating, what more can I say, I could live here with this view every morning. The apartment was exactly as advertised. It was modern, clean, had everything needed, a home from home. Good communication with owners before and during stay. Check in easy with all codes supplied. We would book again if returning to this area, wokk uk ld recommend to others. Excellent value for money in February.
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Feb, 2025
Thank you for leaving a great review for Plover 2, The Cove. I am delighted that the apartment met all your needs. It is lovely to hear that you would happily stay again if you were in the area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Faultless.

Lovely clean chalet with more nice little extras and bits and bobs that you’d expect to make you feel welcome. Handover was faultless, everything was clean and as described. What more can you ask for? If I had to add one thing, it would be a TV in the bedroom but that’s me being ridiculously picky, and with the view out of the doors, I can see why one isn’t included. Perfect stay, will be back next year.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
I am pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Plover 2 and thank you for the 5-star review. I will pass your thoughts about the TV on to the owners for their consideration. We look forward to seeing you again next year.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Nice house at a fine location

On the house : Nice comfortable house at a great location. The interior is beautiful and the house is very complete. The terrace is facing north east, so only in the morning there is sun. On My Brixham Holidays: customer service was not responding on my mails (even after reminders) shortly before arrival. So I wonder what happens in case of problems.
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Jul, 2024
Thank you for writing a review and recommending Plover 2, The Cove to others. I am glad that the apartment was comfortable and had all you needed. The location is so lovely I am pleased you enjoyed your stay and even got some sun, it has been in short supply lately. I am sorry that you did not get a response to your emails, I can only apologise. Generally, I would recommend to guests that if their Issue, Question or Enquiry needs prompt attention you ring the number on your paperwork or this can be found on our website and a member of the team will be happy to assist you.
From a partner site

6/10 Okay

Lenka H.

Beautiful location, but…

The location of the property was great, few steps away from the Fishcombe beach which we have enjoyed. On our arrival however the keys to the property were not ready and that cause a bit of stress, but raised concerned as we then found two other keys (one from another property in our apartment - lack of management); property didn’t feel like it was cleaned very well, in particular the bathroom and overall it is in need of freshening up. Our bed was a small double - very uncomfortable, Soft mattress, we barely slept. Oven wasn’t heating up, shower - too cold or too hot and very low pressure…swimming pool, heated? It was really cold! Overall the property had beautiful view and was in a good location.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Sept, 2023
Thank you for your review, I am sorry that your holiday did not start as you had hoped. The housekeeper came as quickly as he could with a key for you given the bank holiday traffic. We haven't had issues reported to do with the oven before and the owner was down quite recently. The bed I believe is a standard double, unfortunately, bed comfort is something that is impossible to get right for every guest. As I understand the pool is heated at least in part by solar panels. I am pleased to hear you enjoyed the location and Fishcombe Cove.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely accommodation but needs a little TLC.

Pros: The apartment is lovely, well equipped and has everything you need. It’s in a lovely location and very warm and cosy. Loved the little finishing touches like the spotting scope, milk in fridge, coffee machine etc. Nice private path that leads to a wonderful little beach and in a gated area which felt secure. The apartment is also nice and clean in most areas. It really is a lovely little place so please don’t be put off by the negatives it’s just to make everyone aware and hopefully the owners will read this and rectify. Cons: The apartment was full of cobwebs and spiders. And I mean FULL. I’m unsure why there were so many but they were everywhere you looked. The apartment is obviously being cleaned but clearly not being dusted for cobwebs. My daughter was absolutely terrified so I had to go around and clear as many as I could (so hopefully it’s nice and spider free ready for the next person). I’m assuming the owners have cleaners going in for them and maybe they just haven’t noticed but I honestly can’t believe how many there were and some of them were BIG and scary looking. When I rolled the blinds down they were all in the blinds too and we’re just dropping onto the floor (in all rooms) and the blind in the bedroom had loads of spots of blood over it from where the blinds were being rolled up and squashing them. Once I rolled them down and realised I quickly rolled them back up so my daughter didn’t see and we just used the curtains. Under the bed was a stack of old tiles and cement that had been dumped there for some reason. Also a lot of dust. The toilet is not attached to the floor properly so when you sit on it, it feels like it’s going to fall over. It scared my daughter half to death (in all fairness it made me jump a couple of times) so she refused to use it where we had to keep going to the holiday park next door to use there’s. A couple of bits were broken (cover for key safe, dishwasher tablet dispenser etc) nothing major and doesn’t affect the stay at all. I think the owners just need to spend a few days in there to find all the floors and rectify. I would re visit as we had a lovely stay but they would have to sort out the issues first.
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Feb, 2024
Thank you for writing a review for Plover 2, The Cove. I am sorry that you and your daughter experienced the issues above and caused your young daughter some upset. I can't seem to see any contact from you about these issues during your stay. Whilst I understand that you do not wish to spend time emailing us, it does allow us to respond as promptly as possible to problems. I am glad to hear you had a lovely stay overall and look forward to hopefully seeing you again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Highly recommend

Fantastic location with an amazing view. Booking procedure efficient and well organized. Good site security. Welcome gifts. Flat very well equipped.

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