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

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Beach nearby
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TV, fireplace, DVD player, books
Terrace/patio
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Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6111 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

Explore the area

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Kingsbridge, ENG
  • South Devon
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • North Sands
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • South Sands
    ‪9 min drive‬

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About the area

Kingsbridge

A family-friendly stay in Kingsbridge awaits you at this cottage. You'll be 2.4 km (1.5 mi) from South Devon and 4.1 km (2.6 mi) from Historic Salcombe. .You can enjoy a TV with a DVD player, and accommodation features a washing machine, 2 bathrooms and a fireplace. In-room dining is easy with a kitchen that comes equipped with a fridge, a microwave and a stovetop. A patio, a living room and a dining area are also available.
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What's nearby

  • South Devon - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • North Sands - 8 min drive - 6.2 km
  • South Sands - 9 min drive - 6.6 km
  • Salcombe to Bolt Head Walk - 9 min drive - 6.9 km
  • Hope Cove Beach - 11 min drive - 11.0 km

Getting around

  • Totnes Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Crabshell Inn - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The King Of Prussia - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Mangetout Café - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Charleton Arms - ‬5 min drive

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 rustic 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. Finally, a rowing boat (4.4 meters) and two kayaks are 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.

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Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Hob
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

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

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • No lift
  • Smooth flooring in public areas
  • Thin carpet in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

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

Things to do

  • Boat
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Ecotours nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Water skiing nearby
  • Windsurfing 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

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 1,200 square feet

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

Rules

Check in (4.00 pm) and out (10.00 am) are always on a Saturday. All bookings to be multiples of 7 days. If anything else please contact us first.

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site 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
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited.

Property is also known as

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

Frequently asked questions

Are there any beaches close to Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)?

The closest beach to Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) is North Sands (3.9 km).

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

No, this cottage doesn't have a pool.

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

You bet! With amenities such as laundry facilities, a BBQ and highchairs, it's no surprise that Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) is a winner with our family travellers.

Is there a free airport shuttle available at Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)?

No, Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8) does not offer an airport shuttle service.

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

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. Check-out time is 10:00 AM.

Are pets allowed at Waterside cottage in a magical setting on the Salcombe Estuary (sleeps 6 to 8)?

No, pets are not allowed.

Reviews

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

9.8

Exceptional

9.0/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 54 out of 65 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 9 out of 65 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 65 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 65 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 65 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick B.

Liked: Cleanliness
We enjoyed our week staying at Pipers, which is in a delightful and peaceful setting and furnished with taste and quality. It is well placed to visit the South Hams district: Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Dartmouth plus all the surrounding coastline. You definitely need a car to make the most of the location and be prepared to reverse very frequently in the narrow lanes. The owners kept good contact but were not intrusive.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Duncan Keysell

Liked: Cleanliness
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

8/10 Good

Jennifer T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful creekside cottage. Owners Rob and Sian very helpful and responded immediately to any queries we had. Kitchen very well equipped. Comfy beds. We ate our meals on terrace in front of cottage every evening when the weather allowed. Well located for local beaches, Hope Cove, Bigbury on sea, Salcombe all within easy reach, although the very narrow lanes can be somewhat hair raising when having to reverse to allow other traffic to pass!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Idyllic spot

Had a fabulous week staying in Piper Cottage, extremely comfortable and clean accommodation with the bonus of a lovely terrace and proximity to the creek. Beautiful part of the world, would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely getaway in a beautiful setting

Pipers Cottage was perfect for us - 8 people (4 adults and 4 children) and the accommodation was so well suited to our needs. The beds were super comfortable - we all slept soundly each night in our bedrooms and the downstairs was also very spacious. But the highlight was the use of the boat and kayaks when the tide came in the Creek. Rob and Sian (the owners) were so kind and thoughtful during our stay and even offered us a free extra night at the end of our week long rental and a late checkout (knowing how logistically tricky it can be to leave at 10am with children!) Thank you so much Rob and Sian.I cannot recommend Pipers Cottage more - the location and aspect are really special.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025

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

Travelled 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