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Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2)

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Beach nearby
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining
Miscellaneous
Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 12

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2)

Oak Cottage is set in a sheltered location amidst rolling countryside only a short drive from the long stretch of Slapton Sands and a little further to the blue flag beach of Blackpool Sands which has a café and watersports.
This mews style property is built from traditional stone materials and beams and is cosy & well insulated . It offers spacious accommodation. The very well equipped kitchen and dining area can seat 12 There are 5 bedrooms. Bedroom one is a king bed with en-suite. Bedroom 2 has a super king which can be made up as two singles. It has an additional chair bed if needed. Bedroom 3 has a king bed. Bedroom 4 has two singles. Bedroom 5 is only suitable for children and/or very young people, having two single bunk beds and a roll out bed if needed. There are 3 reception areas comprising a comfortable lounge , TV area and card table, and another games room with a mini pool/table tennis table and an additional TV + Playstation 4. There are lots of games and dvds for use by guests. Oak cottage is suitable for both multi generational families with young children ( high chairs and travel cot provided) as well as groups of friends.
This is an ideal location for access to a large choice of stunning and varied coastal walks. The area has wonderful beaches that range from long, accessible ones to “hidden” coves . The scenic and interesting sailing harbours of Dartmouth & Salcombe are not far away and there is a tremendous range of pubs & restaurants with good local food. National Trust properties, steam trains & boat trips golf courses, adventure parks and similar are also within easy reach so there is something for everyone.
Immediately outside in the courtyard, a table and chairs provide a sunny place to enjoy breakfast.
In the delightful 1 & half acres of communal gardens, which offer lovely views, you will find brick built barbeques & a picnic bench, a flat area ideal for kids & adults to play games, swings & a playhouse for younger children to enjoy.
Many outdoor games and picnic items as well as blankets, buckets & spades, bodyboards windbreak etc. can be found in the understairs cupboard
The satellite Wifi for Oak cottage is very fast & reliable.The property is dog friendly and there is parking for 2 cars right outside the cottage with overflow parking for more close by if needed.
Oak is one of three cottages in a lovely courtyard and, out of consideration for our neighbours, we can not accept stag, hen or similar party groups.
A car is essential in this part of Devon.

Property manager

Karen & Alan

Languages

English, French, German, Italian

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking options include a garage
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Kitchen island
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils
  • Electric kettle
  • Coffee/tea maker

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided
  • Sofa bed

Bathrooms

  • 3 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Toilet paper
  • Hair dryer
  • Soap
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV
  • Pool or billiards table
  • Table tennis
  • Arcade/game room
  • Video games
  • DVD player
  • Video library
  • Stereo
  • Games
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 total pets
  • Welcoming dogs only

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • In a rural location
  • Near outlet shopping
  • Near the bay
  • In a village

Things to do

  • Swimming nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Rock climbing nearby
  • Golf nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Wildlife and game walks nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Power boating nearby
  • Cycling nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector installed (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit
  • Deadbolt lock

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: 1 travel cot, 2 highchairs,1 booster seat.

Important information

You need to know

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

Vrbo Property

About the neighborhood

Map
Slapton, Near Kingsbridge, Devon

What's nearby

  • Slapton Sands - 8 min drive - 4.1 km
  • Woodlands Family Theme Park - 11 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Royal Naval College - 16 min drive - 9.3 km
  • Dartmouth Castle - 16 min drive - 9.8 km
  • Blackpool Sands - 18 min drive - 5.6 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 30 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 68 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Green Dragon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Billy Can Coffee Shop - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Bayard's Cove Fort - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Start Bay Inn - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2) pet-friendly?

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

What time is check-in at Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2) located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of South Devon, Slapton Ley Field Centre and Slapton Sands. Strete Gate Beach is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

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Spacious, Well Equipped Cottage Near South Devon coast - Sleeps 10 (plus2) Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 63 out of 72 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 72 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 72 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 72 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 72 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Daniel K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family-Trip
We would like to thank you again for the great time in your holiday home. It was simply perfect for our large family. The furnishings were tasteful and comfortable, the kitchen was well-equipped and the bathrooms were always clean. The surroundings were quiet and relaxing, just right for a relaxing holiday. The contact with you was very friendly and uncomplicated. We felt completely at ease and will keep your beautiful place in fond memory. Thank you for everything!
Stayed 9 nights in Oct 2024

10/10 Excellent

Jenny W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Lovely property
Lovely clean property. Fairly isolated but plenty to do in the area.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

8/10 Good

Andrew C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Christmas
Nice comfortable well presented, the whole family ages between 8 to 73 really enjoyed it especially the pool /table tennis table, would recommend for a family get together.
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2023

6/10 Okay

Rachel W.

Liked: Check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Disliked: Location
Short Break
Nice property and communication good. The property is tricky to get to on very narrow roads. Facilities at property very good, especially for families.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

david f.

Excellent property for a large family group.
Spacious, clean, very well equipped, super new kitchen, warm and cosy, modern bathrooms. Handy having Simon nearby for any questions and local advice. Location ideal for easy access to many beaches in this lovely part of South Devon. We were a party of 8 including two little children and a dog and this property was just what we wanted for our October week away.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Wendy G.

Lovely family orientated place to stay
This is our second year at Oak cottage and we think the place is amazing! They have done some lovely improvements over the last year and now the kitchen and bathrooms are of a really good quality. The house is fully equipped for 12 people with masses of kitchen equipment and pretty much everything you could need. We hope to return again with our family next year!

10/10 Excellent

James G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic and peaceful
We (a group of 6) had a lovely time here - we especially loved the attention to detail, cleanliness and a genuine sense that our hosts cared about every little thing. For the South Hams, this property was relatively centrally located, with easy access to all the locations and attractions in the area. Thank you so much!
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kevin W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family Holiday
We stayed here for a week with our 3 children, their parners and 4 grand children, making a party of 12. The house was amazing, from a very well equipped kitchen, lovely bedrooms and relaxing seating areas, all beautifully decorated.There was a large garden, (athough the little ones needed supervision as there are two large ponds), and a lovely courtyard seating area. A very well stocked under stairs cupboard with windbreak, chairs, parasol etc for the beach.Also games,and a pool/table tennis table. We were lucky not to need them, but very useful if the weather not good. The area is perfect for a seaside holiday, we were lucky enough to have gorgeous weather, and visited Tor Cross, Bantham, Blackpool Sands and Bigbury.Nearby Dartmouth and Kingsbridge also. Highly recommend, a lovely property and good communication wth owner.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Terry G.

Superb cottage for a celebratory family holiday.
We spent a splendid week at Oak Cottage with all the family celebrating our Ruby Wedding (3 couples and 2 toddlers). The cottage exceeded our expectations - spacious, and extremely well equipped. It has been thoughtfully refurbished, well maintained and cleaned. The caretaker was always on hand and very helpful, looking after us well. Even though the weather was mixed the area is lovely with plenty for everyone to enjoy and explore - beaches, boats, steam train, zoo, walks and towns and villages to visit. We found a good choice of pubs, restaurants and takeaways within a 25 minute radius. We highly recommend this property and would certainly revisit ourselves.

10/10 Excellent

Alison S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic getaway for all ages - book this one !
Huge country cottage with remarkable amount of "extras". The caretaker actually brought in my grocery delivery( which was very early) and put freezer items away. Greeted with fresh flowers and M&S biscuits, sparkling clean. Toys for the toddlers, amazing BBQ on the property and a rolling garden with baby ducks for the kids to see. We had 12 people who were all very comfortable and plenty of dishes glasses etc for everyone. Beautifully decorated cottage which looks small on the outside but is literally a tardis on the inside. We loved every minute - even in the rain. Beaches and grocery stores in an easy drive. Slow , very narrow country lanes - so add time to journey time if going out and about. Memories for a lifetime !!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

8/10 Good

Brian C., North Bradley, Wiltshire

Oak Cottage, Buckland Court
Perfect half-term week for 6 adults and 5 children. All the facilities needed for the whole party, although one minor glitch - shower in master bedroom takes time for water to empty. Gets close to overflowing. That said, everything else in the property was great. Spent time in Dartmouth, did steam train ride to Paignton from Kingsweir, walked part of the SW coastal path, visited Salcombe (very pretty place), and walked and used the pubs in Slapton and Beesands. A great week enjoyed by all. Driving the roads around the immediate vicinity is a challenge - all single track with passing spaces. Met plenty of vans, lorries, tractors and Chelsea tractors.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Anne G.

Fabulous House for Devon Group Getaway
Returned recently from a fabulous weekend in Devon with a group of friends. Oak Cottage was the perfect venue for us - 5 couples were comfortably accommodated with lots of room to spread around so we didn't feel on top of each other at any point. The house has obviously been recently refurbished and has a wonderful and extremely well equipped kitchen diner which was perfect for hosting a celebration birthday dinner. Some of us are keen bridge players and it was great to be able to sit round a separate table in the sitting room for this. The menfolk also enjoyed snooker and table football on the 6' games table in the area just off the kitchen. The cottage is part of a bigger complex set in extensive attractive communal grounds and we were thrilled to see the baby owls being reared by Simon, the onsite caretaker. We were very close to that beautiful area of the Devon coast around Dartmouth and Slapton Sands and enjoyed some lovely coastal walks as well as a great meal at the Start Bay Inn. All in all a great place to enjoy a weekend or longer with friends and family.

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveler

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
What a wonderful holiday
We had a great time in Oak. Everything Karen said about the property was how it was in reality - the photos dont do it justice. We had a gentle lead up to the holiday with a nice conversation from Karen as to the weather and what to do when in Devon. Always on hand and never intrusive. The property itself was deceptively large especially with the games room. The pool table was a hit. The parking was spacious - certainly when compared to London. The kitchen was well equipped with two fridges and plenty of storage and loads of utensils. The decor was modern, clean, welcoming and comfortable. The gardens were relaxing and we tried the BBQ pits which also worked very well. Karen and team had done a great job to ensure we would have a good time - we did. The beds were dreamily comfortable with ample pillows and light duvets. The proximity to the beaches and other attractions was good - the lanes are, without a doubt, narrow and you have to go slowly and be prepared to back - frequently. Dartmouth was handy for shopping with a super Sainsburys and Lidl + fuel. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful, quiet get away
Lovely family time spent here. Plenty to see and great places to go. Clean, cosy and fitted with everything to make it home from home.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Zoe J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely group get together
A lovely property in a quiet part of the Devon countryside. It is set with a few other properties in a converted barn on the grounds of a larger house. There were 3 families in our group consisting of a baby, children and adults. The house itself was well equipped for all ages. The kids loved the garden as well as the pool/table tennis. There was plenty of space inside to spread out. The host was really helpful and even called to check our needs before we arrived. Beware of the narrow lanes in the area! The house was a 10 minute drive from the coast and there were some lovely walks. We also took trips to Dartmouth and Totnes. All in all, a lovely place to stay! Thank you.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Krys B., Oxford, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Birthday weekend
I booked the cottage for family to celebrate my 60th birthday. The property was perfect to suit all age ranges with lots of space for the family to spend time together comfortably.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Samantha D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
Such a lovely cottage in a peaceful and beautiful location. The cottage is very well equipped, with a kitchen that has everything that you need.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022

10/10 Excellent

Richard P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic holiday
We had a lovely time at Karens cottage, she was an excellent host who was very responsive and highly communicative. We couldnt have asked for more.
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joe D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely house
A lovely place to stay with the family and the host was very easy to communicate with. Thanks Karen! Joe
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Susannah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Absolutely excellent
Had the best time in this wonderful cottage for Christmas 😊 x
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Grant B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
30th birthday celebration with family
Really easy form start to finish great communication with Karen really clean house would definitely book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brittney M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Best cottage for large groups
I stayed here with my family ahead of my wedding and got ready for the big day here too. The bedrooms were much roomier than expected and the kitchen be. Was the perfect size and so we’ll set up for cooking for a crowd. The games were perfect and the owners were fab to talk through everything ahead of time and during the stay too when needed. Thank you for the best accommodation for my wedding week!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

8/10 Good

Gillian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon trip
Lovely spacious house in a quiet rural setting. Had everything we needed for a large family stay and what was a total bonus was being able to take the dogs with us and that they were welcomed by the owner. Such a refreshing change.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joanna B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic home away from home
Our family has had one of our most comfortable, enjoyable and pretty holidays here at Oak Cottage. From the get go, Jude was quick to respond, kind and helpful. We cannot recommend Oak Cottage enough, it is absolutely wonderful. A true home away from home, not only does it have everything you could think of and need, but is also laid out, labelled and organised so intuitively and helpfully. From a spare cool box, to a wind breaker, boogey boards, to different wine glass types, to large salad bowls and vases, the provisions are bountiful and yet the place is spacious, uncrowded and decorated with charming relics seemingly from their travels. The beds were perfectly comfortable, clean and you could tell the bedding was like new. Their Covid-19 cleaning policy is very impressive, and as a family with various needs re keeping safe, we felt very safe here. The house is in a charming little compound of other cottages, but it was so quiet and we never felt anything but privacy between the passing nods of hello with our neighbours. The communal gardens were such a treat, large and with incredible views of rolling countryside fields, sheep nearby and they even have their own resident ducks at the pond. And delicious apples falling from the trees! Beautiful Devonshire villages and beaches are a short drive away, but taking a walk along the lanes is also a great way to see the local area and enjoy its charms of horses, chicken boxes, sprawling woodland and rolling fields of chicken, sheep and cows. The bedrooms are also well sized as well as multiple rooms and sections downstairs for lounging in, meaning those who might want to read can sit separate to those who wish to play a boardgame, separate to those watching TV, and those keeping company to those cooking etc. So spacious! This is the kind of holiday place that is very well organised without sacrificing its homeliness and warmth. Highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Nina H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great for big groups
The cottage was wonderful and had everything our group of 12 could have needed over the long weekend. We loved the communal garden and the beaches and walks were an easy drive from the cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2020