From the moment you turn into The Dartmouth Golf and Country Club’s sweeping driveway, you will feel a sense of peace and tranquillity. Slowly pass the keen golfer taking his next shot, gaze in awe at the views over the greens and know that your holiday has truly begun. Pull up and make your way to Toffee Apple, a gorgeous stone-built property tucked away in a commanding quiet spot overlooking the golf club and greens beyond.
As you step through the front door you will be wowed by the boutique feel with no expense spared in ensuring your stay is luxurious and comfortable. The fully fitted kitchen lends itself beautifully to the sociable living being open plan with a sumptuous living area. With Neff and Smeg appliances and a grand larder cupboard, you will be sure to cook up some wonderful meals after a round of golf or a day exploring Dartmouth and beyond. The living room benefits from a range of comfortable seating around a Smart TV with DVD player and bluetooth speaker, and on a chilly evening the all-important wood burner, perfect for warming your toes after your day’s adventures. Gather in the conservatory to take in the beautiful views, enjoy a breakfast feast or simply relax with a book. Doors lead down into the garden which features garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ. Three bright and airy bedrooms can be found on the first and second floors, all with luxury ensuite bathrooms and added luxury toiletries to ensure a perfect pamper. A great night’s sleep shall be had by all.
Set on the Dartmouth Golf and Country Club Estate, Toffee Apple is perfectly situated to enjoy the golf course (fees apply), and guests have free access to the swimming pool and spa facilities on site. Enjoy a round of golf by day, a cold tipple on the terrace of an afternoon and a dreamy night’s sleep by night.
If a break from golf is what you crave, the Royal Naval Town of Dartmouth is a short drive away, here you will find quirky shops, galleries, and wonderful restaurants as well as the opportunity to take to the river and explore the surrounding area by boat. The children will love Woodlands Family Leisure Park, under a mile away, a fantastic day out to let off some steam and make memories together. The beaches of Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands are within easy reach, so pack up your golf clubs, bucket and spade and sense of adventure and head to Toffee Apple for a holiday to remember!

The Cider Barn is a luxurious and spacious three-bedroom holiday home with a hot tub, two bathrooms and a large private garden set in the heart of Devon. Originally a 17th-century farmstead, the accommodation has been refurbished to a high standard for up to six guests to enjoy, and the property feels stylish and beautiful with its unique interiors. The barn is attached to the back of the owner’s farmhouse but guests will have private access with their own front door and driveway space, enough for up to four cars.
As you enter, you will be welcomed into the hallway area which has bench seating, a washer/dryer, and is perfect for hanging coats up and kicking off those wellies after a bracing walk in the countryside. The spacious living room is comfortably furnished with a large corner sofa, Smart TV with Freeview and a gas wood burner. One of the kingsize bedrooms is located on the ground floor and there is a handy shower room across the hallway.
Head upstairs to discover the other two kingsize bedrooms, one of which has zip and link beds and can be set up with twin beds if requested. The family bathroom is fitted with a shower over the bath, offering the choice of a relaxing soak or a refreshing shower. The elegant kitchen/diner is also located on the first floor, making the most of the beautiful views across the countryside. It is well equipped with all the key appliances and offers plenty of space to enjoy a meal together sat at the large dining table.
The secluded garden is a fantastic space to relax and unwind in with its lawn, seating area, charcoal barbeque and private wood-fired hot tub backing onto the surrounding fields. A pizza oven can be rented for a small fee and trout fishing is also available on request. There are two footpaths meandering through the owner’s land which can be accessed 100m from the front door of The Cider Barn, leading off into the fields or to the local pubs which serve the most delicious food.
The historic cathedral city of Exeter is 12 miles away with easy parking and a direct rail link from Crediton. The scenic national parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor are within a 40-minute drive away. Dartmoor is a vast moorland defined by forests, rivers, wetlands, and tors (rock formations). The South Devon ‘Jurassic’ coast is a 50-minute drive away while the rugged North Devon coast and surfing beaches are a 60-minute drive away. The Cider Barn is ideal for families and groups of friends looking for a peaceful, relaxing holiday.

Palm View is a delightful holiday property situated just outside of the town of Paignton, a seaside town making up part of the beautiful English Riviera and close to the beautiful village of Stoke Gabriel. This pet friendly bungalow benefits off road parking and picturesque garden and is just a 10-minute downhill walk into the town.
As you enter Palm View you find yourself in the bright and airy open plan living/dining/kitchen area. With fully equipped kitchen and central island, perfect for rustling up a good meal. The living/dining area is alongside this with comfortable sofa seating, Freeview TV and glimpses of the sea. This area as a whole is very social with doors opening out onto the rear garden, a great set up for hosting those summer barbecues for family and friends. The rear garden is a lovely area to sit out in with various plants/shrubs and seating on the decked area. There is also a large studio in the back garden which guests can use as a games room/lounge area with sofa seating. Back into the property and there are three good sized bedrooms, sleeping up to seven guests! The main bedroom contains a double bed and has fitted wardrobes for guests use. The second bedroom also contains a double bed and the third bedroom has a double bed with single bunk over, a great room for children or adults alike. The family shower room in the property boasts a walk-in shower and stylish his and hers sinks.
Just up the road from Palm View are Primley Woods, a large field and wooded area which is great for walking those four legged friends. Just a short walk downhill into the first part of the town is where you can find several takeaways, shops and pubs as well as a laundrette if needed. A bit further into town and onto Paignton seafront and beach with its arcades, pier, mini golf course and various pubs/restaurants often hosting live music. Paignton harbour also has some good quality new restaurants, especially for seafood. If guests are wanting to explore the local area as well as Paignton, the nearby towns of Torquay with its marina, the famous fishing town of Brixham and Dartmouth and Kingswear are a relatively short drive away, as is the nearby city of Exeter. The town is only a 15 minute walk and only a 20 minute walk from the coast.

Soft Sands is a top-quality apartment set within an architecturally designed, detached building which is located just a few minutes’ walk from Woolacombe, Combesgate & Baricane Beaches and offers quality accommodation for 4 guests.

Access is via steps leading up to the communal ground floor entrance and the apartment is on the first floor from there. The heart of this apartment is the open plan living space where you can open up the Bi-fold balcony doors and let the outdoors in while enjoying the enviable sea and beach views from within or out on the balcony. The apartment is furnished with quality furniture, fixtures and fittings and comes with the added luxurious benefit of full underfloor heating. The accommodation further comprises a modern kitchen with all the expected appliances including a coffee machine, dishwasher and washing machine and in the lounge area a smart TV and an Xbox One. There are two bedrooms, a double with en-suite shower room with double walk-in shower and a twin bedroom. There is also a family bathroom with a bath and shower over and outside there is one allocated parking bay.

The village boasts 3 miles of golden sands, great surfing waves and a fantastic coastal footpath. Soft Sands is in a peaceful setting but there are shops, cafes, restaurants and a great boutique cinema in a local hotel too, all just a 10-minute stroll away! The main beach is patrolled by lifeguards in the summer, and you can make the most of the location for its beautiful sunsets, one of the spectacles regularly enjoyed by locals and surfers out on their boards in the Atlantic waters. Voted in 2020 No.6 in Europe & No.20 in the world, Woolacombe Beach is one of the best in the UK.

Should you choose to venture away from this stunning location, Woolacombe is perfectly positioned for exploring the truly awe-inspiring North Devon coastline and all its beauty and to enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail. Visit Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve, just 13 miles away and Lynton & Lynmouth, 20 miles to the east with its incredible sea views, rugged cliffs and amazing funicular cliff railway which opened in 1890 and is the highest and steepest totally water powered railway in the world! If Woolacombe isn’t enough for you there are several other fantastic beaches such as Saunton Sands, Croyde and Westward Ho! – all of which are renowned for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and great dunes! Keen golfer? Then look no further than the Championship Links golf course at Saunton which is within easy reach by car.

This stunning apartment offers outstanding views of the river Dart and across to Kingswear. Overlooking the ‘Boat Float’ (inner harbour), this stylish character property provides excellent accommodation for visitors looking for the convenience of the shops, restaurants and quays right on your doorstep. A wonderful place from which to watch the world go by.

Below Deck is a spacious one-bedroom apartment located on the lower ground floor of the owner’s home. Based in a quiet residential part of Torquay, although conveniently just a 10-minute walk into town or an 18-minute walk to the beach, marina and the English Riviera’s coastline.
The apartment is furnished to a very high standard, and the galley kitchen is well equipped with quality kitchenware and appliances. The large living/dining room is the perfect space to read a book in front of the cosy glows of the wood burner or enjoy a film on the Smart TV. There’s also a handy study area here in case you should need to get any urgent emails done whilst away. There is a pretty enclosed patio area at the front entrance secured by a gate with outdoor seating; the perfect spot to enjoy a refreshing glass of something after a busy day exploring Torbay. As the evening draws to a close, discover the stylish super kingsized bedroom which leads off the living room, and there’s an adjacent shower room with luxurious floor to ceiling tiles and contemporary fittings.
This beautiful holiday home is just a short walk to the town centre and seafront, where you will find an array of shops, restaurants and independent cafés serving excellent coffee and fresh local fare. Many attractions are nearby, including Kent’s Cavern, Babbacombe Model Village, Bygones and Torquay Museum.
View the coast from a different perspective by enjoying a scenic ferry crossing to the neighbouring towns of Paignton and Brixham, or by taking a fishing trip. For those who like to keep their feet on firm ground, the South West Coast Path with its fantastic scenery is within walking distance. When the sun sets over the English Riviera, choose from an eclectic mix of restaurants showcasing the finest in West Country dining. Many offer wonderful sea views and provide the perfect setting to end your day. If you are still looking for some evening entertainment, then Torquay is proudly home to three theatres offering a variety of local and touring productions throughout the year.

Tawny Cottage at Woodbury Farm Cottages boasts both character and contemporary aspects. Based in a rural setting on the owner’s farm, the surroundings give guests the feeling of peace and space while still being just a stone’s throw from the main town of Dartmouth itself. At the front of the property is a patio with seating, making this a great place to enjoy looking out across the rolling nearby fields with a morning coffee or a late-night glass of wine.
Upon entering the property on the ground floor are the three bedrooms. One bedroom contains twin single beds, another with a kingsize bed with its own en-suite shower room, and the final bedroom again contains a kingsize bed with access to the main bathroom from the bedroom and the hallway. Upstairs then leads to the large open plan living/dining/kitchen area, with high vaulted ceilings and lots of natural light, this space feels spacious, bright and airy. Here the kitchen is well-equipped, just next to the dining area with table and chair seating and a cosy wood burner in the living space with Smart TV and sofa seating.
The main town of Dartmouth is just a 10-minute drive away, as are the local supermarkets and petrol stations, just a 5-minute drive in the same direction. The popular Dartmouth golf club is only an 8-minute drive in the opposite direction, as is the family fun adventure park, Woodlands. Guests wanting to venture further afield can take the ferry from Dartmouth acrpss to Kingswear and onto the famous fishing town of Brixham, or alternatively drive into the market town of Totnes and explore the rest of the South Hams
Beautiful local beaches include Blackpool Sands and Slapton Sands which stretches for three miles along the coast, part of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Away from the coast take a trip to the wild beauty of Dartmoor, 40 minutes’ drive away. Regardless of the nature of your visit, Tawny Cottage is a fantastic place to start.

The graceful spire of Holbeton church greets you first as you enter this tranquil Devon valley - along with a sign to let you know that you are now in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Then, almost immediately, you get your first glimpse of your stunningly beautiful detached property as you drive through the exquisite craftsman made metal gates. This unusual and much loved home is the perfect retreat. You will almost certainly take breakfast in the sun room as you plan your day, and, what could be a nicer start, than by feeding the koi carp in their 28 foot long, hand tiled water feature whilst sipping your first cuppa! The fully equipped kitchen opens onto the calm and inviting dining area that features a large marble top table. As you explore the house, you will first be delighted at the original art on the walls. Be prepared to have your breath taken away by the fabulous, handmade, wrought iron staircase and you’ll know that you are somewhere very special. The downstairs open plan living area is light and comfortable and perfect for relaxing, entertaining, and enjoying the spectacular views. Should the weather keep you indoors, simply settle back with Netflix, for a truly cosy evening. The totally private landscaped gardens are yours to enjoy, as are an extra two acres of pasture which are perfect for dog walking. You can spend your afternoons chilling on the sunny, south facing deck watching the wildlife of this peaceful Devon valley.

Alternatively, take a 2-mile walk to the coast through secluded woodland to laze on sandy Mothecombe beach. Totnes, a handsome market town in the South Hams, is easily reached and river cruises can be taken from here down to Dartmouth during the summer months. The owner lives close by and is on hand for help and local knowledge. Whatever you decide, you’ll certainly want to round off the evening with a soak under the stars in your private hot tub with its magically lit amphitheatre. Your stay here at Pentire will rejuvenate and delight you and when you leave you will probably be planning your next visit before you even drive out of the gates! Please note that the koi carp pond can be covered with secure netting on request. Parents with small children should also be aware that the garden has an unfenced drop. Bird watching, horse riding, golf and fishing can all be found locally. Beach 2¼ miles. Shop pub and restaurant 150 yards.

The Penthouse is in an architecturally designed, detached building that was completed in 2021 and is located just a few minutes’ walk from Woolacombe, Combesgate and Baricane Beaches, offering top quality accommodation with a bright, airy and contemporary design.
Open the Bi-folding terrace doors in the living room and let the outdoors in while enjoying the amazing sea and beach views along with headland vistas over Morte Point and Baggy Point. Or relax indoors with a movie, making the most of the Netflix Plus package. The accommodation comprises a kitchen with Neff cooking appliances, including an additional cooker/microwave; ideal if you’re a foodie! There is also a double fridge, washing machine, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine and a food/smoothie mixer. There are three comfortable bedrooms – a kingsize with en-suite, Smart TV and Bluetooth speaker, a super king which can be made into a twin on request with a Smart TV and a twin room. Each bedroom also benefits from lovely countryside views. There is also a main bathroom with bath and shower cubicle, and on cold days you can be assured of a cosy warmth thanks to the underfloor heating with independent thermostatic controls for each room.
Outside are two terraced balconies with sea and countryside views and space to sit out and enjoy a drink or meal. The apartment comes with two private parking bays. There is also a private storage cage where beach items can be locked up. The village boasts 3 miles of golden sands, great surfing waves and a coastal footpath where numerous walks can be taken directly from the property. Although the apartment is in a tranquil location, there are shops, cafes, restaurants and a boutique cinema in a local hotel too, all just a 10-minute stroll away! Families can enjoy spending the day by the sea, patrolled by lifeguards in the summer, building sandcastles, exploring rockpools and enjoying beautiful sunsets, one of the spectacles regularly enjoyed by locals and surfers. Voted in 2020 by travellers No.6 in Europe and No.20 in the world, Woolacombe Beach is one of the best in the UK and is renowned for its cleanliness, water quality and facilities.
Woolacombe is perfectly positioned for exploring the North Devon coastline and all its beauty and to enjoy the countless other North Devon attractions such as the popular Tarka Trail, providing the unique opportunity to follow a disused railway line, allowing you to enjoy some of Devon’s finest countryside and scenery stretching from Barnstaple through to Bideford and beyond. Visit Exmoor National Park with its magical night skies in Europe’s first Dark Sky Reserve, just 13 miles away and Lynton and Lynmouth, 20 miles to the east with its sea views, rugged cliffs and funicular cliff railway, the highest and steepest water powered railway in the world! If Woolacombe isn’t enough for you then there are several other world class beaches such as Saunton Sands, Croyde and Westward Ho! – all famed for their surfing qualities, vast stretches of sand and great dunes! Keen golfer? Then look no further than the Championship Links golf course at Saunton. There are many family-oriented places to visit including Exmoor Zoo, Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep farm-themed park, Watermouth Castle family theme park and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park to name but a few.