Situated on the southwestern side of England, Devon is a charming county and an ideal getaway destination. It is home to many sandy beaches, including the award-winning Woolacombe Beach, Bantham Beach, Blackpool Sands Beach. Picturesque coastal towns such as Paignton, Torquay, and Brixham lures tourists in dire need of a change of scenery from their daily concrete jungle views. On the south coast of the county is the English Riviera. Stradling Northern Devon and Western Somerset, Exmoor National Park is a fantastic destination for hiking and sightseeing. Are you planning a visit anytime soon? Do you like accommodations with a view? Browse through this list of top beachfront cottages in Devon, UK.
We handpicked these listings carefully, considering (wherever possible) host status, recent guest reviews, accommodation type, prices, availability of dates, decor, and location with easy access to beach. The image galleries get refreshed with the latest updates regularly. They were last updated on April 12, 2024.
1. The Barn, 21 At The Beach, Torcross (from USD 123)
Instagram-savvy vacationers will fall in love with this revamped 1800s retreat. It blends old and new with its cathedral ceilings, exposed wooden beams, chunky windows, as well as hardwood flooring, bright walls, and up-to-date home fittings. With an open-plan layout, you can easily access the Shaker-style kitchen from the living area with a Smart TV. In this two-bedroom haven, WiFi and parking are accessible to you.
The cherry on top is this Airbnb’s proximity to Shingle Breach, which is a stroll away.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
very clean with everything you could needRead more reviewsHost:
friendly and helpful hosts
2. Top-floor apartment with pool access, Bigbury-on-Sea (from USD 246)
If there’s one thing most travelers, especially first-time visitors, look for in a beautiful coastal paradise, its accommodation with a view. Lucky for you, this modern apartment in Bigbury-on-Sea boasts not only mesmerizing ocean scenery but proximity to the beach, as well. Thanks to expansive windows, you can admire the views in comfort. Featuring two bedrooms and two baths, this top-floor dwelling is comfortable for a group of four. It showcases an open-plan layout with a kitchen, a dining set, and a living area with leather seats.
The best part? Guests have access to the building’s fitness center, swimming pool, and parking space.
3. s abode with million-dollar views, Hope Cove (from USD 334)
With million-dollar views and proximity to the shore, no wonder many past guests enjoyed their stay in this revamped 1920’s two-bedroom abode. It is built with floor-to-ceiling glass windows that overlook stunning scenery.
This two-bath vacation rental has a visually pleasing and functional kitchen, a sunny dining area, and a living space that opens onto a terrace - the perfect place to enjoy magical sunset views and the freshest air in the world.
4. The Dolphins, Shaldon (from USD 297)
If the beautiful village of Shaldon is your desired destination in Devon, you may want to check out this gorgeous beach house. With the sea almost at its doorstep, you can expect mesmerizing water views and quick access to saltwater swims and vitamin D. Feel free to bring your fur baby as this lovely abode welcomes up to pets.
In terms of amenities, this three-bedroom Airbnb will wow you with its well-equipped kitchen, dining area with a view, central-heating facilities, and two balconies. The internet is available for guests’ convenience, as well. After a long day outdoors, you can treat yourself to a relaxing soak in the bathtub.
5. Sunny retreat across the sea, South Hams (from USD 113)
Nothing beats a holiday in a coastal paradise such as Devon than staying in a lovely beachfront haven that can accommodate you and your loved ones. This two-bedroom retreat, located across the street from the waters, welcomes up to four guests. Pets are allowed to join, too.
This fisherman’s cottage showcases lovely views of the sea and plenty of natural light, creating a warm and cozy ambiance. Additionally, it is equipped with modern conveniences, such as a kitchen, a wood burner, a laptop-friendly workspace, and WiFi.
For interested parties, note that this accommodation has a three-night-minimum stay policy.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
cozy comfortable fisherman's cottage overlooking the seamodern kitchen and downstairs bathroom the rest old-fashioned but comfortablethe cottage was delightful clean immaculately set out with a fully equipped kitchenCleanliness:
cosy clean and next to a great publovely and clean and cosya very clean nice cottage right near the beachHost:
great hosts thank youwe'd certainly book again prompt communication from the hosts if you had any questionsreally good hosts with some very thoughtful little touchesfantastic hosts who provided great ideas of where to go and what to docommunication with hosts was excellentRead more reviewsLocation:
excellent location well equipped kitchenpeaceful location if you want to get away from it allclose to many nice walks and beachesgreat location for exploring the coastlinereally close to coastal path with lovely walks
6. The Boathouse, Lee (from USD 309)
This Airbnb vacation rental is inarguably one of the dreamiest accommodations in Devon, nestled in a cliffside with majestic views of Lee Bay. While the location and the scenery are already a sight for sore eyes, the home’s interiors are just as visually pleasing. Elegantly modern furnishings and up-to-date amenities accentuate the place. Two bedrooms, two-and-a-half baths, and a massive kitchen with a lovely wooden dining set await. More so, you’ll have a sophisticated living space with a Smart TV, reflecting the colors of the sea.
The best part of the house is the romantic alfresco dining area, fronting breathtaking scenery.
Top guest reviews
Amenities & Room:
only negatives are the wifi isn’t great and the showers are not particularly powerfula beautiful place very comfortable with everything needed for a perfect stayCleanliness:
very comfortable and cleanHost:
whilst we had to cut our trip short we found david and tracy were gracious and communicative hostsdavid provided great tips for dog-friendly places to visit tooRead more reviewsLocation:
lovely house in a stunning locationthis is the most beautifully appointed house in the most stunning locationbeautiful house and location we had a great time even if the weather wasn't totally behaving itselfthe location is stunning and the house is immaculate beautiful throughout with so much attention to detail
Superhost
7. Serene and scenic haven, Thurlestone (from USD 95)
There is a lot to love about this vacation rental, starting with majestic ocean views and serene surroundings. You can easily treat yourself to a morning swim or an afternoon stroll on the beach.
While this one-bedroom haven may seem modest in size, it is complete with amenities one looks for in an ideal vacation home. It has an ensuite bath, a kitchen with a breakfast nook, laundry facilities, and WiFi. As soon as you step out of the house, you’ll find lovely seating areas where you can drift away while marveling at the beauty of Mother Earth.
Top guest reviews
Cleanliness:
the accommodation was superb and thoroughly clean throughoutit was clean well equipped and the views of the waves crashing on the shore were amazingHost:
jane is a great hostjane was the perfect host with quick responses and helpful tipsall with a fantastic hostjane was a perfect hostwarm friendly host just what you would hope forRead more reviewsLocation:
great location both in terms of proximity to the coast and being able to explore the immediate areathe location is ideal for site seeing trips to other parts of the countyreally comfortable and well equipped accommodation in an idyllic locationeasy walk to hope cove and bantham beachlovely beach house retreat in a stunning beachside location
Visit Devon
Devon is a gorgeous English county with outstanding natural beauty. From idyllic moorlands to enchanting waterscapes, it offers an ideal hideaway for travelers who wish to reconnect with Mother Earth. Make the most of your vacation by choosing a beachfront cottage.
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