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Find your perfect holiday cottage in South Devon, from Dartmouth harbour stays to countryside escapes.

Handpicked Holiday Cottages in Devon

Discover beautiful coastal cottages, luxury retreats and dog-friendly holiday homes across Dartmouth, the South Hams and the wider Devon coast.

Welcome to Your Devon Escape, your trusted local choice for self-catering holiday cottages in Devon. Whether you’re searching for a luxury cottage by the sea, a dog-friendly retreat in the South Hams, a short break for two or a large family holiday home, we have handpicked properties to suit every escape. Browse holiday lets in Dartmouth, Bigbury, Totnes, Brixham and beyond, all chosen for their comfort, character and setting.

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Our featured holiday homes in Devon

Explore our Devon holiday destinations

Our curated collection of self-catering holiday cottages spans South Devon’s most sought-after coastal and countryside locations, from the historic harbour town of Dartmouth to the golden beaches of Bigbury-on-Sea and the rolling hills of the South Hams. Whether you’re planning a relaxed family holiday, a romantic short break or a dog-friendly Devon escape, our local team is here to help you find the perfect place to stay.

Spend your days walking the South West Coast Path, exploring Devon’s charming fishing villages, or simply unwinding with sea views. Then return to the comfort of your self-catering cottage, knowing every detail has been taken care of.

With unforgettable scenery, year-round activities and welcoming holiday homes throughout Devon, your perfect staycation starts here.

Looking for some inspiration?

When you browse our handpicked collection of holiday homes in South Devon, you’re choosing comfort, character and a place to truly unwind. Each of our Devon holiday cottages has been carefully selected for its unique charm, thoughtful touches and welcoming atmosphere.

Whether you’re planning a romantic coastal escape, a memorable family holiday or looking for dog-friendly cottages where everyone can come along, we’re here to help you find the perfect place to stay.

Let Your Devon Escape begin.

Why Your Devon Escape?

Independent

…and local with many years’ experience

Committed

…to finding properties you will want to re-visit

Focussed

…on quality holiday properties, not quantity

Passionate

…about providing you with a personal approach

Trusted Devon Holiday Stays, Rated by Our Guests

Campbell

5 stars
February 15, 2026
Beautiful house, amazing location and views. Worth every penny, would definitely use again.

Craig

5 stars
July 11, 2025
Thanks so much. Great place with a lovely deck. really lovely home.

Jonathan

5 stars
August 9, 2026
Just back from a lovely week at this property. Its a fantastic house in a great location for a 20 min walk into Dartmouth centre or a 5 min walk to the castle and nearby coves. Would definitely recommend it.

Nadia

5 stars
June 1, 2026
Fantastic location and apartment. We had an amazing and rejuvenating stay. Highly recommended.

Amy

5 stars
March 13, 2025
“The house is light, clean and so comfortable meaning we could relax and enjoy family time during our stay. Comfortable beds, stunning views, luxury bathrooms, space, well-equipped, beautiful garden, close to the sea.. We highly recommend”.

Jonny

5 stars
April 17, 2026
Second time staying at Trafalgar Cottage, but first time under current owners. The cottage is (still!) stunning with superb views, and this time round parking was much simpler as we managed to get free parking along the embankment (it’s only free until May!). Paul the new owner was great, booking was simple, instructions clear, and he responded quickly to messages. Overall highly recommended!

Anna

5 stars
July 31, 2026
A lovely home with outstanding views across the river from every room. Lovely terraces to sit and dine on and a very well stocked kitchen and with lots of things you don’t always get in an air bnb (salt and pepper, olive oil, sharp knives, dishwasher tablets, washing machine liquid etc) so cooking at home was a pleasure. Comfortable furniture and beds. A short walk to the heart of town and everything it offers. No a…

Nicole

5 stars
August 29, 2024
“What a fantastic find! If you’re looking for a beach house with tremendous access and convenience, you really can’t do better. We absolutely loved our stay and are already talking about when we can return. The upper terrace on the garden was wonderful and private and the children adored playing mixologists in the bar. The beach was completely perfect and between the offerings of Burgh Island and the beach cafe, we …

David

5 stars
May 2, 2026
An outstanding experience, it was a family special event and my goodness what a venue! So comfortable and spacious. Absolutely no negatives! An experience worth repeating…

Taia

5 stars
September 4, 2026
Thank you for a brilliant stay. The house was beautiful and very spacious. The host was very communicative and easy to reach out to , we felt very welcome.