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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

Roxie

5 stars
December 31, 2024
“Great little cottage just outside Blackawton. Spacious and cosy, there was a real Christmas tree which was great for our stay over Christmas. Thank you for having us all”.

Kelly

5 stars
April 21, 2025
Amazing find! Lovely host and incredibly well stocked home – above and beyond in terms of facilities. Was very impressed by how responsive Paul was – will definitely be booking again! 🙂

Aisha

5 stars
April 6, 2025
Had a lovely stay here with my friends for my birthday. Lovely place by the beach!! Quiet and relaxing area with lots of things to do near by: Beach, National Trust etc. :)))

Gerry

5 stars
May 9, 2026
Beautiful, perfect spot, just on the beach. Quiet with amazing views over the beach. Contacted host about turning up hot water and immediately received a lovely message explaining where the switch was. Comfortable and spacious place that has been part of creating new lovely memories ! Thank you

Andrew

5 stars
November 5, 2025
A very spacious and well-equipped place to stay with good-sized bedrooms, good bathroom facilities and wonderful views. Ideal for groups and families who want to explore what Dartmouth and surroundings have to offer.

Julian

5 stars
April 4, 2026
Torcross is the most beautiful place – even after the recent storm damage (and in fact the village needs supporting now more than ever) – in the most beautiful surroundings. This Airbnb is fantastic, with the most incredible view from the first floor window. Worth the price alone! It was such a joy sitting on the sofa watching the waves, both on sunny days and cloudy ones.

Phoebe

5 stars
July 12, 2026
We had a lovely two night stay at Paul’s place. The property was plenty big enough for all of us and we had such a great time. The surroundings are beautiful too – and great extras like the BBQ. Thank you Paul!

Jane

5 stars
September 24, 2026
Lovely little place. Exactly like the photos. The air conditioning in the bedroom was a major bonus. The bedroom is lovely and the bed very comfortable. The place was clean but not spotless. We had a problem with the rubbish as the seagull proof bags were not supplied. The host did get back to us to say he would sort it out but it wasn’t sorted and he didn’t respond to my second message about the issue. We had to le…

Helen

5 stars
July 31, 2026
Our stay at the cabin was really nice. Paul gave us detailed directions to get there. The cabin had everything you needed to make the most of your stay.

Susan

5 stars
May 9, 2026
Lovely stay. Would go back if in the area