Coastguard Cottage, Dawlish is a stylish two-bedroom escape offering breathtaking sea views from a prime clifftop location. The open-plan kitchen is fully equipped with an electric oven, electric hob, microwave, and everything needed to prepare delicious meals, whilst the breakfast bar provides a casual dining spot. The inviting living room features a comfortable couch, 40″ television for evening entertainment, and a welcoming gas fire perfect for cooler nights. French doors open onto the patio, where garden furniture invites you to relax and soak in those magnificent sea vistas.
Step outside to discover your own slice of seaside paradise. The patio garden, perched ten metres above the sea walls, offers uninterrupted views whilst being protected from coastal storms. A practical storeroom is perfect for storing beach gear and bicycles after your adventures. Inside, two generously sized double bedrooms promise restful nights, and the bright shower room with heated towel rail ensures everyone starts their day refreshed.
Imagine waking to the gentle sound of seagulls, stepping onto your private patio with a steaming cup of coffee, and watching the sea shimmer before you. Spend unhurried days exploring the golden sands below, enjoying evening sunsets from your clifftop retreat, and settling in with a good book by the warmth of the gas fire as twilight falls.
Coastguard Cottage, Dawlish is perfectly positioned to enjoy the best of South Devon's attractions and natural beauty. Powderham Castle (7 km) is a historic fortress featuring stunning gardens, a resident deer park, and year-round family-friendly events that captivate visitors of all ages. Babbacombe Model Village (12 km) is an award-winning miniature village with intricate model scenes and whimsical displays that spark imagination and wonder. The Quay Climbing Centre in Exeter (16 km) offers an exciting indoor climbing experience with extensive walls, bouldering areas, and expert coaching for all abilities and experience levels. For those craving more adventure, The Bear Trail in Westcott (28 km) challenges visitors with a muddy three-hour assault course that's brilliant fun for thrill-seekers.
Venture further to discover Burgh Island in Bigbury-on-Sea (46 km), a tidal island accessed by authentic sea tractor and featuring a luxury Art Deco hotel that inspired Agatha Christie's most celebrated novels, 'Evil Under the Sun' and 'And Then There Were None'. The subtropical charm of Overbeck's Garden in Sharpitor (46 km) showcases exotic plants and stunning estuary views steeped in fascinating Edwardian history. Nature enthusiasts will be captivated by Lydford Gorge (46 km), where a temperate rainforest setting features the dramatic Whitelady Waterfall and offers rugged walking trails for exploration.
The picturesque harbour town of Dartmouth, just 27 kilometres away, sits beautifully on the River Dart's banks, offering authentic maritime charm with its historic naval college, cobbled streets, and waterfront restaurants. This enchanting Devon port has welcomed visitors for centuries, boasting excellent sailing opportunities and stunning river cruises. Meanwhile, Kingsbridge is a 40-kilometre drive through scenic countryside, where this vibrant market town brims with eclectic independent shops and local character. Set at the head of the beautiful Salcombe estuary, Kingsbridge combines traditional market town atmosphere with boutique shopping, making both destinations perfect for memorable day trips during your holiday.
