See all properties
Save
Entire home

Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)

Photo gallery for Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)

Beach nearby
Exterior
Exterior
Beach nearby
Outdoor dining

Reviews

9.8 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
    Parking available
  • Washer
    Washer
  • Barbecue grill
    Barbecue grill
  • Outdoor Space
    Outdoor Space
  • Kitchen
    Kitchen
  • Fireplace
    Fireplace

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)

Pipers Cottage is a beautiful creekside property, perfectly positioned in a picture postcard setting on the west side of the Salcombe/Kingsbridge Estuary. It is only a 2 minute drive from the pretty waterside town of Kingsbridge with its many shops, pubs and restaurants and just a 5 minute drive from fashionable Salcombe with its fabulous golden beaches. For the slightly more adventurous both Salcombe/East Portlemouth and Kingsbridge can be accessed by boat or kayak from the front of the cottage!
In addition, the cottage is really well positioned in the South Hams to access, not only the beaches of Salcombe, but many more favourites such as Bantham, Bigbury, Thurlestone, South Milton all approximately a 10 minute drive from the cottage door.
Historic Dartmouth is just a short drive in the opposite direction along what must be one of the most spectacular coastal routes in the country, with many more fabulous beaches en route, including, Beesands, Slapton and the award winning Blackpool Sands.
However if you do not want to venture far from the cottage there are enough things to do around the property to keep adults and children happy for days: Relax on the loungers on the sun drenched terrace; Sit on the Jetty with a coffee or a glass of wine watching the kids play in the creek and if you're lucky spot the resident Kingfishers fishing as the tide slowly comes in bringing with it our friendly pair of swans. At low tide it is possible to walk a fair distance along the creek on the shingle bed (avoid the mud) and see the clam beds and a huge variety of birdlife feeding on small crabs and shellfish. As the sun gradually recedes from the Terrace at about 7.30 ish move to the top of the “wild garden” where you will find benches and a table and chairs with plenty of terraced garden for the kids to play. You can watch the sun set over the horizon at 9.30 or so in the height of summer. Afterwards move back to the front Terrace, light the pretty rustic pantile sconces and just chill! Finally, a rowing boat (4.4 meters) is available on request; great for pottering around on the creek at high tide. Please note that because of the steps leading up to the property our cottage may not be suitable for those with mobility issues.

Property manager

sian janta-lipinski

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Near the beach

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking
  • Car required

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Dishwasher
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Spices
  • Toaster
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Shower
  • Towels provided
  • Hair dryer

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Dining room
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • TV with cable/satellite service
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Video library
  • Books

Outdoor areas

  • Patio
  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Washing machine and dryer
  • Near laundromat

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No elevators
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the waterfront
  • In a rural location
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Fitness facilities nearby
  • Boat on site
  • Surfing/body boarding nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Marina nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Unit size: 1200 sq ft (111 sq m)

Similar properties

Exterior

Stylish Beach Cottage Sleeps 4, just 85 mtrs from sandy 'Blue Flag' beach.

Ocean view
Kitchen
Washer
Free WiFi
10.0 out of 10, Exceptional, (124)
Stylish Beach Cottage Sleeps 4, just 85 mtrs from sandy 'Blue Flag' beach.

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 25

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

This property does not have elevators
A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Fabulous Creekside "picture Postcard" Setting Salcombe Estuary
Creekside Cottage in a Magical Setting on the Salcombe Estuary

About the neighborhood

Map
Kingsbridge, ENG

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 2 min drive - 2.7 km
  • Slapton Sands - 16 min drive - 13.2 km
  • Hope Cove Beach - 17 min drive - 8.6 km
  • Burgh Island - 17 min drive - 14.1 km
  • South Sands - 18 min drive - 9.4 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Ring 'O' Bells - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Mahabharat Balti House - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪Salcombe Dairy Ice Cream - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Creeks End Inn - ‬2 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge cottage is located on the waterfront, within 3 mi (5 km) of South Devon, Sea N Shore and Salcombe Maritime Museum. Historic Salcombe and Salcombe Tourist Information Centre are also within 3 mi (5 km).

Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) Reviews

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 51 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 8 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 60 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 60 reviews" "

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

8/10 Good

Lucy M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Disappointing
Communication with the owners was excellent. Unfortunately several of our group have mobility issues and accessing the property was very difficult. The property information indicated that you accessed the property via steps but they are very steep with no handrail
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Gari C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great little property in a lovely area of Devon
The location here is beautiful and so quiet (except for the occasional farming). You can hear the birds all the time (and I don't mean annoying seagulls). It's a lovely atmosphere. Lots of room in the house, although the stairs are pretty tight for old people (we took our elderly parents). The house was very musty when we first arrived and we had to ventilate it for 2 days before the smell went, but apparently we were the first people to have rented this in 9 months. It seemed find after that, but if you are sensitive to this then it may affect you. I was dosed on large amounts of antihistamines every night. The beaches nearby (all within 30-60 minutes of driving down very tight lanes). Almost all beaches have dogs, so you have to work to avoid them. Beautiful part of the country though.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

David R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Pipers cottage
Wonderfully located on a tidal creek, very quiet and picturesque surroundings close to the town of Kingsbridge. Owner has a rowing boat which is available for use moored at the property. Fantastic!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023

8/10 Good

Fiona M.

Family holiday
Fabulous location and surrounding area. Plenty of space for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Claire H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A blissfully quiet retreat
Beautiful home in an amazing location. Well equipped and cosy house with super comfy beds, well equipped kitchen and plenty of entertaining space. The terrace is a fantastic place to relax and enjoy the wonderful views, the children loved roaming in the back garden picking blackberries and crabbing in the creek. A truly relaxing stay, we loved it.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Colin

Traveled with family and small children
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Fabulous cottage located in quiet waterside location. Everything was a very high standard. A perfect holiday spot with boundless opportunities to explore the area or just chill.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kate M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Devon country cottage five minutes from Kingsbridge
Spent a gorgeous week at this spacious cottage with family in June. The property is in great decorative order, the bedrooms are cosy and quiet, and the terrace to the front is a wonderful evening suntrap to unwind on a summers evening. Beaches, towns and amenities all within a short drive.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magic place
Great family holiday. Beautiful location wonderful property. Love it
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen F.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay!
We had the most wonderful week at the cottage. Beautiful peaceful setting but so close to Salcombe. The children loved crabbing off the boat in the mornings and after dinner, we loved sitting outside drinking gin and tonics! Everything was perfect and utterly charming, so excited to stay again in the Summer.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Diana W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful
We had a lovely week with beautiful weather - so lucky. Such a peaceful spot & although the tides were not right to use the boat we had a really relaxing break revisiting much loved spots. Thank you Rob & Sian.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Bruce T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Super location
Perfect spot on a creek, very comfortable and close to all amenities and fab beaches
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Owain D.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2020
Amazing creek side family cottage, close to local amenities and very well appointed for a family holiday with small children. The owners were incredibly helpful and easily contactable, adding personal recommendations for the local area. Our older children loved crab fishing off the bridge and jetty.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful haven by the creek
We had a lovely stay at the cottage, Rob and Sian provided everything we needed and were so helpful with information. We took the boat out every day which the kids loved. We also caught lots of crabs from the creek bridge which was lots of fun. The surrounding area has so much to offer and we were spoilt for choice with beaches. We hope to return one day and would really recommend this cottage/location. Thank you!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage inside and the out
We could not have been luckier with our week at Pipers Cottage - we had a week of sunshine and shimmering heat, so that all the outside spaces became an extension of the house. We moved from jetty, to terrace, to back garden for our evening aperitif, with occasional respite in the sitting room to escape the heat. The aesthetic of the inside and outside spaces was really lovely and in keeping with the setting - pared back and natural but extremely comfortable. We loved using the boat during high tide, but were equally happy sitting on the jetty watching the bird life and revelling in the peace. We didn’t travel around much, it was too hot to walk far, but absolutely loved swimming at South Milton Sands and then retreating to the Beach House for delicious seafood lunches overlooking the Mediterranean blue of the sea. Rob was delightful to deal with - helpful and considerate and friendly, We’d love to return some time.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Creekside Cottage - Beautiful location and lovely area to explore
This charming cottage is positioned at the end of Collapit Creek, the small road passing by ensures low levels of traffic enabling you to un-wind whilst sitting out on the patio overlooking the creek and wildlife therein. Accessing the property was very easy and the host checked in on us to ensure we were enjoying our stay and make sure we were not having any issues. The house is well equipped and we thoroughly enjoyed our time at the cottage. The property can only be accessed by steps, we had one of our elderly parents with us who had no problem, but be aware that anyone requiring special access, this is probably not the holiday cottage for you.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Robert H.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful holiday
My wife and I thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Pipers Cottage. The location is superb with very easy access to Kingsbridge, Salcombe and many other fantastic beaches/towns/restaurants in the area. It’s positioned away from the hustle and bustle of a town, but with easy access to good amenities in Kingsbridge. The setting of the cottage is simply picturesque with views across to the creek and surrounding farmland. We loved using our paddle boards in the creek which really is a stones throw from the house. We saw many birds and fish, none of which I can name but great to see. We also sat on the small jetty with a glass of wine… highly recommended! I imagine this would make a wonderful holiday for a family with kids as they can splash around in the sheltered creek and see the wildlife. The house itself is very well appointed. Again, I imagine it would be good for a family with kids given the two bathrooms, playroom and decent sized bedrooms. For just myself and my wife, we had ample space. We cooked in the kitchen most evenings which all worked very well. The lounge was comfortable for my wife and I but perhaps seating a little limited if there were kids. It’s also worth mentioning that the home owner was incredibly friendly and helpful. For example, he provided excellent restaurant recommendations over the phone plus tips around tide times in the area. If you were to push me to find fault, in an ideal world there are a few things around the property that could do with a bit of updating, primarily the upstairs bathroom which looks a little tired. The back garden was also quite overgrown and it would’ve been nice to have used this. However, having said this we enjoyed our stay so much we’ve already enquired about booking to stay again! I’m conclusion, this is a wonderful place for a holiday, setup very well for a family or couple and in a stunning part of the world. I highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

Rachel B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely time had by all
Beautiful area to stay. It was so peaceful. Did not use the boat as the weather was so good and spent our daytimes on the local beaches. Comfortable beds and nice bed linen. Nice touch of cookies on arrival. Easy to get into Kingsbridge for supermarkets and restaurants.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Emma F.

Liked: Cleanliness
A wonderful cottage in an idyllic spot on the creek
We’ve enjoyed an amazing relaxing week at Pipers Cottage. The cottage is very well equipped and has a lovely sunny but private terrace which over looks the creek. We also enjoyed sunny evenings on the hill in the back garden. The weather was amazing, and we were lucky with the tide times and were able to take our canoe and Roly the rowing boat out on the creek most days. It’s such a peaceful and tranquil place we felt very lucky. Kingsbridge is a short drive away and has a couple of big supermarkets (Tesco and Morrison’s) so it is well served. Rob was a fantastic host and very communicative. He recommended a number of local eateries - which I was able to booked in advance (well worth doing - but do also consider tide times as you won’t want to book a table when high tide is due as you miss your opportunity to go out on the water!). Our favourite place was the Gara Rock Hotel followed by a walk down to the beach. Lots of amazing beaches within a drive from the cottage - all seemed to involve driving down incredibly narrow lanes so be warned ! But well worth the effort. We’d love to return to Pipers Cottage again - such a special place - thank you again
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

8/10 Good

ann e., bath

Liked: Cleanliness
Piper's Cottage - a quiet haven in the South Hams.
We enjoyed our stay at Piper's Cottage - parents, grandparents and a 1 and 3 year old. The house was well equipped and comfortable. We loved the front patio - although a week of very poor weather meant we could only sit out twice! We would have used the back garden but, with the lawn and steep steps rather over-grown and the wet conditions, we decided against. We never did venture out in the boat as tides and weather were against us. The area surrounding Piper's Cottage is lovely and we were well placed to explore nearby beaches, towns and villages. The information regarding the area in the cottage file was very useful. Rob and Sian could not have been more helpful, nor John when the water in the shower would not run away. Thank you and we would certainly look to return if we holiday in the area again. Ann and Andrew Ellison
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Cathy W.

Liked: Cleanliness
A five star rating for idyllic collapit creek
What a great location right on the river set in glorious countryside with beautiful walks . Sian and Rob are excellent hosts who thought of everything nothing was too much trouble . Highly recommend this cottage only sorry we were not there when the weather would have allowed a little boating !!
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

JULIE T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect peace in a mad world
The cottage was perfect, cosy and with everthing we needed The beds were comfy and the out space great for family meals Crabbing from the bridge was grest fun ,we missed out on water in the creek due to the time of year but we walked along way down at low tide Thank you Rob for letting us stay here and all your help Perfect !!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julia S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage on the Creek
We had a lovely time at Pipers cottage and felt we had a very local experience of the area. It's a lovingly restored holiday cottage on a peaceful creek owned by a family who have clearly loved it over the years.  It has a loving and lived feel to it, with a variety of home comforts as well as nods to and styles of the local area. The creek itself is quite magical and the use of the boat makes it so. The location is quite secluded just a mile or so outside of Kingsbridge, and it really was so peaceful. Location is ideal to get to many of the highlighted South Devon Beaches in just 15-20 mins by car (Bantham, Bigbury, Thurlestone, South Milton, Hop Cove etc). We did take our bikes but we didn't much fancy using them with the many hills.  The best bits:  The owners clearly come here themselves ie it's not a tick box for furniture and facilities, many of them make the experience much more lovely.   The king and super king beds are insanely comfortable - as is the bedding.   The deck out the front is lovely and I can imagine many a long night summers night here. It is a charming old cottage with a coastal and cottagey feel. It is creaky and cooler inside (perfect if its hot - but chilly inside if it is cold outside), everything works well and there are mod cons - but it's not modern (there are a couple of good tv's).   There are two fire places which I assumed are usable for cosier winter evenings - one wood burning stove in the dining room which I imagine is so lovely in winter.  Other bits to note: I feel the cold a lot and I felt cold in the cottage at the end of summer (we of course did not put the heating on) - it is airy and cool, my husband and daughter were fine The cottage is set in to the hill on one side and a few metres back from the water and trees on the other. It is a lovely setting but foliage each side does make the cottage slightly darker. The lighting is brilliantly done to accommodate this.  The back garden is steep and wild - lovely but not prim The living room is lovely with comfy arm chairs but not a sofa to cosy up with your loved ones to watch telly Parking is fine for one car, i can imagine for someone who is not used to it, a second card would be better smaller and used to parking tightly. One other thing if you're not familiar with the area. The beaches are amazing - the roads to get there are very narrow, not too narrow but be aware of reversing and driving in to foliage for passing cars!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Amanda O.

Liked: Cleanliness
Stunning setting
A beautiful cottage right next to a creek. A perfect place for a peaceful stay. A very welcoming, homely and stylish cottage with everything you will need. The owners were so helpful with great advice about where to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Darren P.

Liked: Cleanliness
18th to 25th July 2020
We had a wonderful and relaxing weeks holiday at Pipers cottage. Set in a very quiet location yet within easy reach of Salcombe, Kingsbridge and local attractions. We particularly enjoyed the terrace and were blessed with warm weather so we used this for both breakfast and bbq on an evening. We made the most of the rowing boat too and our daughter loved going out on the creek. Rob and Sian were very helpful and there expert knowledge and advice for the best beaches and restaurants was spot on.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

stephen b.

Liked: Cleanliness
A Very Special Cottage
Pipers Cottage is a delightful holiday property. The cottage is perfect and the location idyllic. The quality of accommodation is excellent, well equipped and with a lovely terrace and garden. The opportunity to use a rowboat on the creek was a real treat. We have been renting holiday properties for over 30 years, going back to the pre internet days of the Lady! This is easily one of the best we have ever stayed in.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2019