Stunning Holiday Homes in South Devon and Wales

If you are looking for a holiday home near the sea in South Devon or a country cottage in Wales, you have come to the right place.

Choose your favourite from our carefully selected cosy cottages, rural retreats for families and couples and large houses for groups.

Whether you dream of fun days on the beach, exploring the countryside or staying in a coastal village, we have plenty of picturesque options to tempt you in Devon and Wales.

ABOUT US

We are Katie and Rupert, a husband and wife team and we live in South Devon. Rupert is Brixham born and bred and Katie moved to Torquay in 1995, initially to study tourism but found it too hard to leave! We now have kids and we’re well and truly settled here.

Not only are we passionate about creating excellent holiday experiences but we also love this beautiful part of the UK where we live. Although we have travelled to some amazing places around the world, we still believe it is hard to find a more perfect place than South Devon with its stunning coastline, rugged moorlands and spectacular countryside. We look forward to welcoming you here.

Why South Devon and Wales?

You are never far from a beautiful beach, stunning sea views and idyllic countryside walks when you stay in a Coast holiday home in South Devon or Wales. Whether you are staying in a village, town or in the countryside, the location of our South Devon holiday cottages, apartments and houses have their own unique charm and character. If you are wondering which location is best for you, read on.

South Devon

Where are the Coast Holiday Homes in South Devon? You find most of our Coast Holiday Homes in the stunning coastal region of Torbay, known as the ‘English Riviera’. We have village houses, cottages and large rental houses in Maidencombe, Torquay, Paignton, Brixham, Buckfastleigh and Galmpton.

Wales

Where are the Coast Holiday homes in Wales? Our Coast holiday homes in Wales are located in the traditional village of Upper Corris, south of the impressive Snowdonia National Park in Gwynedd, Wales.

Why book direct with us?

We have been running our own holiday rental property business in and around Torbay for over 10 years. That means that you benefit from our experience and local knowledge when you book with us.

We started Coast Holiday Homes in order to offer a more personal, friendly and local approach to renting holiday homes compared to online listing sites. When you book with us, you can be assured that you will have the kind of holiday you dream of, as well as a friendly local contact to help you make the most of your stay.

Highest Standards

Your holiday home will be well equipped and cleaned for your arrival to ensure that you have a relaxing and comfortable break.

Quality Control

We inspect every property regularly and work with the owners to ensure that your holiday home is ready for your arrival.

The Best Place For You

Book the cottage you love again or try somewhere new. Either way, we can help you decide which is the most suitable place for you.

Local knowledge

We know the area well so can help you make the most of your holiday by giving you plenty of local tips about the best places to visit during your stay.

Our Holiday homes

Explore our exclusive, handpicked range of holiday homes, cottages and apartments in Maidencombe, Torquay, Brixham, Buckfastleigh and Galmpton in South Devon and Upper Corris in Wales.

April Cottage

A stylish and charming Grade II listed fisherman’s cottage near the beach in Paignton.

Branksome

A stylish and well presented detached house close to Torquay seafront

Captains Rest

A colourful, modern apartment in Brixham, a short walk from the harbour, shops and restaurants.

Careiau Esgid Lodge

A family-friendly, holiday home in Wales, with a hot tub, shared pool and games room

Castaway

A light-filled, holiday bungalow in Galmpton with a sunny patio and views of the River Dart

Cliff Lodge

Superb holiday home near Torquay, with sea views, extensive grounds, a pool and hot tub

Dart Haven

A super holiday bungalow in Galmpton, with cheerful interiors and scenic views from the patio

Dart Vale

A charming holiday bungalow for two in Galmpton, with a south facing patio and River Dart views

Dart View

A cheerful, end-positioned holiday bungalow in Galmpton with an enclosed patio

Free Spirit

‘Free Spirit’ is a charming 2 bedroom caravan with sea views at Landscove Holiday Park

Glenmay

Glenmay is a beautifully presented holiday home just a short walk from the beach.

Greenway

NEW for 2023, Greenway is a stunning bungalow set in peaceful location with large garden

Hillcrest

This beautiful holiday home offers fantastic family-friendly accommodation for 8-10 guests

Hillview

Hillview is a beautiful holiday bungalow in Galmpton, with patio and wonderful river views

Landscove C31

A well equipped caravan at Landscove Holiday Park which enjoys a wonderful coastal location

Laura Lee

An attractive, end-positioned, holiday bungalow in Galmpton with a garden and outside dining area

Lavender Cottage

Lavender Cottage is a stylish holiday bungalow at Landscove Holiday Park

Little Greenway

A fully refurbished, luxury bungalow for two with large ensuite bedroom

Lucy Lou

A comfortable two bedroom holiday bungalow in Galmpton with a south facing patio

Manuka Cottage

Manuka Cottage is a stylish holiday home with hot tub in a charming South Devon village location

Mulberry House

Mulberry House is a grand holiday home in Brixham, near to the beach and harbour

Pen y Cwm

A delightful cottage in rural Wales with a hot tub, shared pool and games room

Plain Sailing

A pretty holiday bungalow in Galmpton with lovely views from a south facing patio

River Garden Cottage

A charming 18th century cottage

Spindrift

A well-furnished, holiday bungalow in Galmpton with a patio, lawn and views of the River Dart

Sunrise

‘Sunrise’ is a bright and well presented caravan with a sea view at Landscove Holiday Park

The Cottage

A newly refurbished holiday bungalow in Galmpton, with an enclosed patio and river views

The Nook

Cosy cottage for two in the heart of Buckfastleigh, within walking distance pubs, cafes and shops

The Old Linhay

The Old Linhay is an idyllic barn conversion in the heart of the South Devon countryside

The Old Stables

A characterful 18th century cottage with a garden, a walk away from shops and restaurants

The Palms

A well-equipped, south-facing holiday home for a couple in Galmpton

The Retreat

A fully refurbished holiday bungalow in Galmpton for a couple or single traveller

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				This was our second visit to Manuka and just as good as the first. It’s in a peaceful village location... read moreThis was our second visit to Manuka and just as good as the first. It’s in a peaceful village location with a choice of 4 places to eat. Close to Totnes, Brixham, Paignton and Dartmouth, plenty to do our see.

Manuka is very well equipped and comfortable. My favourite thing has to be the jacuzzi, so relaxing after a day out walking with our dog, Elsie. Thanks again and will be back for another visit next year read less			
		
Jo
13/11/23

				The place was clean, tidy, cosy and lovely decor and everything we could think we needed. We did not need... read moreThe place was clean, tidy, cosy and lovely decor and everything we could think we needed. We did not need to drive anywhere as it was well situated for the beaches, promenade and harbour with great restaurants. Would highly recommend and many thanks to Katie for hosting us. read less			
		
Jacqui
12/11/23

				stayed for 5 nights at manuka cottage, was perfectly clean and fully fitted with everything needed for a great stay.... read morestayed for 5 nights at manuka cottage, was perfectly clean and fully fitted with everything needed for a great stay. felt at home immediately upon arrival with clear instructions of check in. great location friendly people and hot certainly worth relaxing In. highly recommended to everyone. definitely be back again. read less			
		
Daniel
09/11/23

			
				Cozy cottage and having the virtual parking permit to use in the car parks that are a short stroll away... read moreCozy cottage and having the virtual parking permit to use in the car parks that are a short stroll away was really nice. Katie was friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!

(A light outside the front door would be good as it’s very dark at night) read less			
		
Martin
09/11/23

				Manuka cottage was perfect. Nestled in a small set of houses with no streetlights gave you the perfect night sky... read moreManuka cottage was perfect. Nestled in a small set of houses with no streetlights gave you the perfect night sky on a clear night. The cottage was perfect, exactly as described. The hot tub was gorgeous to get into in the evening times too. 

Set in a perfect location Stoke Gabriel was the perfect base for our family trips out to:

- Brixham and Berry Head

- Paignton Zoo

- Dartmouth (steam train from Paignton to Kingswear/Dartmouth where we took a river cruise)

- Torquay

- Paignton (this was post storm Ciaran so we went the cinema and spent the day on the Pier)

- Plymouth

The owner was amazing, checked in on us upon arrival and gave us suggestions of trips and places to visit with the kids. Also checked in on us post storm. Very approachable, responsive and friendly.

Honestly we had the best time! 

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Becci
04/11/23

				Lovely property and location.			
		
Richard
27/10/23

			
				Manuka Cottage was perfect for us to unwind. We were a party of two couples and there was still accommodation... read moreManuka Cottage was perfect for us to unwind. We were a party of two couples and there was still accommodation for two further people in two single beds. The hot tub was lovely and was not overlooked by any of the neighbors so very private. The cottage was a short walk from the shore of an inlet leaing to the River Dart which was well worth a visit. A;sp, the village was very central allowing access to the nearby towns sucg as Brixham and Dartmouth, all of these were less than 30 minutes drive away, great. Many thanks again for providing this ideal base to visit the area.May we say a special thankyou to Deb for helping with any questions we had. kindest regards, Debbie and Roger + Lorraine and Mike read less			
		
Roger
15/10/23

				The nook is a great place to stay for anyone wanting to explore Dartmoor or the coast of Devon. The... read moreThe nook is a great place to stay for anyone wanting to explore Dartmoor or the coast of Devon. The Town was nice albeit lacked any restaurants within a short walk.  

Quirky place to stay with lots of character. 

The host was quick to reply and accommodate a last minute booking. read less			
		
Jamie
08/10/23

				Absolutely loved our stay at The Nook. Katie and Rupert were very accommodating and helpful regarding our changing check in... read moreAbsolutely loved our stay at The Nook. Katie and Rupert were very accommodating and helpful regarding our changing check in times. The Nook was perfectly located for our stay, with easy access to Dartmoor for hikes and lovely places to visit like Totnes. Walkable distance to local amenities.  Would highly recommend a stay here. read less			
		
Maria
25/09/23

			
				Parking was no issue as we were so close to the station we bought a weeks parking ticket and parked... read moreParking was no issue as we were so close to the station we bought a weeks parking ticket and parked there each day. 

Place was clean and tidy and set up well. 

Living room can feel loud when people walk past the front door as the living room is right on street level,  but the bedrooms were quiet. This didn’t bother us but may be handy to know if you expect quiet day and night. read less			
		
John
24/09/23

				Katie and Rupert keep a lovely, cosy cottage in Buckfastleigh. It catered to all our needs and made for such... read moreKatie and Rupert keep a lovely, cosy cottage in Buckfastleigh. It catered to all our needs and made for such an enjoyable weekend. The experience from start to finish was very smooth. We were provided with all the information needed to check in and out and use the air bnb’s facilities. We were also welcomed with a lovely basket of goodies to kick start our holiday. Overall, we would recommend a stay at the Nook to anyone and would love to return in the future! read less			
		
Rahul
17/09/23

				Second time I've stayed in this airbnb and the second time was as good as the first.			
		
Ezme
14/09/23

			
				Very clean accommodation close to Paignton amenities			
		
Richard
10/09/23

				This was my second stay at the Nook, and it was just as good as the last time. Fantastic location... read moreThis was my second stay at the Nook, and it was just as good as the last time. Fantastic location for exploring Dartmoor, Buckfastleigh has everything you could need, as does the cottage. Katie's communication was great when the power went down due to a big storm, even early on Sunday morning! read less			
		
Helen
10/09/23

				Fantastic property. Has everything you need. Gorgeous views and surroundings. We all loved the games room and pool. Thank you... read moreFantastic property. Has everything you need. Gorgeous views and surroundings. We all loved the games room and pool. Thank you for a great stay 😊 read less			
		
Leanne
25/08/23

			
				Lovely little get away tucked away in Devon			
		
Jack
23/08/23

				Great spot, lovely flat with everything you could think of for a stay. Would definitely recommend			
		
James
22/08/23

				We had a wonderful stay. The cottage was charming and gorgeous and the location was stunning. Lovely little village close... read moreWe had a wonderful stay. The cottage was charming and gorgeous and the location was stunning. Lovely little village close to Dartmoor and all the beautiful waterfalls for long and fun hikes. Thanks Katie for being a great host, my partner and I thoroughly enjoyed our time in Devon! read less			
		
Katy
20/08/23