In the charming village of East Portlemouth, Little Downgate offers a comfortable haven with glorious estuary views. Enjoy multiple sandy beaches, cafes, and walks nearby or take a short ferry ride to Salcombe's sailing town. The house features 5 bedrooms, 3 bathrooms, utility room with wood burner and delightful garden.
Reviews
8.08.0 out of 10
Very good
Entire home
5 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 9
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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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.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Dishwasher
Electric kettle
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Spices
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
5 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
3 bathrooms
Shower
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Living room
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Patio
Laundry
Dryer
Laundry facilities
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
Up to 25 kg per pet
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
In a village
Near a health/beauty spa
Near the sea
Things to do
Hiking nearby
Motor boating nearby
Sailing nearby
Swimming nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
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Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 25 kg per pet)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
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
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
About the area
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. Visit our Salcombe travel guide
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 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.
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5 Bedroom House Walking distance to Beaches & Ferry to Salcombe Reviews
Reviews
Very good
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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.
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!