Brixham is perhaps the least commercialised of the resorts that make up popular Torbay. The sizeable marina is home to pleasure boats and colourful fishing boats which can be seen unloading crabs, lobster and monk fish. Charming white-washed cottages and family-run businesses line the streets of this delightful harbour town. Fascinating attractions such as the Hole in the Wall Pub and the 17th century Coffin House on King Street are what makes Brixham so uniquely appealing.
Anyone with an interest in maritime history will find the National Coastguard Museum at Brixham totally riveting. In pride of place on the seafront is the replica of Drake's Golden Hind, emphasising the town's links with this heroic explorer. A walk past the harbour brings you to Berry Head Country Park which has great sea views, the smallest lighthouse in England and the remains of a huge Napoleonic Fort.
The scenic coast around Brixham is a paradise for walkers and bird watchers with many seabirds nesting on the crumbling cliffs. St Mary's Bay with its large sandy beach and swimming pool is ideal for families to swim, play and sunbathe. Dartmouth Castle, the Steam Railway and the Brixham Heritage Museum offer great days out in the area. Those looking for a relaxing holiday in an old-fashioned seaside town with plenty of modern amenities will find that Brixham holiday rentals are the perfect choice.
Here is our selection of the very best holiday homes in and around Brixham...
Swifts Barn, Brixham is a luxury three bedroom, three bathroom barn conversion surrounded by countryside & close to sandy beaches. Modern, well-appointed accommodation, woodburner stove, ample parking & walled garden with summerhouse & lawn.
Spacious barn conversion with woodburner, walled garden and superb countryside views
Blue Buoy Cottage, Brixham is a three bedroom, two bathroom townhouse with stunning sea / marina views form the generous private deck. Two large living rooms, balconies, woodburner, open-plan kitchen & bi-fold doors. Walk to harbour, shops & restaurants five minutes.
Historic townhouse with sea / marina views and bi-fold doors onto a huge deck
3 Dolphin Court, Brixham is a well-located two bedroom ground floor apartment with off-road parking. The open plan living room is comfortably furnished for a break in all seasons. Harbour restaurants, beaches and boat trips are a five-minute walk away.
Well located hidden gem with parking close to Brixham Harbour and beaches
Harbour View Retreat, Brixham is a modern one bedroom apartment for two with luxury furnishings, fully equipped kitchen & large outdoor terrace with sea views. Off-road parking. Easy to walk to harbour restaurants, shops, beaches & attractions.
A modern apartment with huge private terrace and sea views
Bayview, Brixham is a modern two bedroom beach apartment at The Cove overlooking Fishcombe Cove. Open plan living flows onto the private terrace for relaxing with sea views. Resort gardens with outdoor pool. Allocated parking. Walk to Brixham Harbour.
Modern beach apartment with balcony, sea views and outdoor pool
Blue Horizon, Brixham is a two bedroom fisherman's cottage on three levels with superb sea views & furnished balcony overlooking harbour. Comfortable furnished sitting room with fireplace. Off-road parking. Easy walk to harbour restaurants & beach.
Charming seaside cottage with balcony and harbour views
Hearthstone East Cottage, Brixham is a traditional thatched Devon Longhouse with fireplace & original features. Open plan dining kitchen with dishwasher. Four antique-filled bedrooms & two modern bathrooms (one ensuite), garden & off-road parking.
Authentic thatched Devon Longhouse with furnished patio and private garden
Cliff Cottage, Brixham is a quirky two bedroom renovated cottage for four just one back from the harbour. Furnished balcony has uninterrupted harbour/sea views. It has a full kitchen, quirky living room with woodburner, bathroom & toilet. Street parking.
Quirkiest cottage in Brixham with furnished balcony overlooking harbour
Lighthouse View, Brixham is a spacious three bedroom house for six with stunning sea / harbour views from bay windows. It has a modern open plan living room with logburner & well-equipped family kitchen, along with a walled garden & off-road parking.
9 Dolphin Court, Brixham is a top floor apartment with stunning bay and harbour views. It has one bedroom to sleep two or four and benefits from allocated parking. The property is well maintained and tastefully furnished with a small outside patio area.
A top floor apartment with stunning views over Torbay
Curlew 1, The Cove, Brixham is a two bedroom waterfront property with direct access to Fishcombe Cove. The 4-star property boasts comfortable furnishings, private patio, allocated parking and communal pool close to National Trust woodland.
A quiet and relaxed development in a spectacular setting, perfect as a base for exploring the enchanting beauty of Torbay
Quayside View is a spacious three bedroom house to sleep six, overlooking Brixham Harbour. The house is well presented and family friendly. It is just a five minute walk from the harbour and has superb sea and harbour views.
A traditional terrace property in an elevated position, with views over the sea towards Torquay.
