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11 Beachdown

Challaborough, near Bigbury on Sea, Devon
Sleeps 8
Bedrooms 4
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Enjoy morning walks along Challaborough Bay Beach and the South West Coast Path
  • Stylish, contemporary holiday let with lots of natural light and bi-fold doors onto the terrace
  • Fantastic location to explore South Devon and its coastal towns
Property code: OC-82932

Close to a popular surfing beach, this spacious and light-filled reverse-level property makes a fabulous holiday home for eight guests. Perfect for a larger family or a group of friends seeking a relaxing coastal getaway, this stylishly designed house enjoys a fantastic location near Challaborough Bay along the sparkling South Devon coast. Featuring an attractive open-plan main living area, this beautiful retreat is ideal, whether you’re looking for a quiet seaside escape or wanting to explore the area’s stunning coastal paths and wonderful countryside.

Entering this sleek, glass-fronted property, head upstairs to the first floor where you will find the beautifully furnished and decorated open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. A superb living space, the bright and inviting lounge is an ideal spot to settle down, watch a movie on the Smart TV or catch up with a good book. The dining area is perfect for enjoying all your favourite family meals which you can cook in the stylishly designed and fully equipped kitchen. There are four fresh and relaxing ground-floor bedrooms along with the family bathroom. Bi-fold doors lead out from the first-floor living space and onto a lovely decked terrace with plenty of outdoor furniture, providing an ideal space to sit back and laze in the sun.

Challaborough Beach is just a few metres from the doorstep, a popular surfing spot set within a beautiful horseshoe-shaped cove. Known for its links to Agatha Christie, and once a haunt for pirates and smugglers, Burgh Island (1 mile) can be reached on foot. Bigbury-on-Sea is nearby (0.5 miles) or you can head further along the coast to pretty resorts including Salcombe, Kingsbridge, Hope Cove and Thurlestone (all within 12 miles). Set in the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, the property is also within easy reach of Dartmoor (10.5 miles).

  • 4 Bedrooms – 2 king-size, 1 super-king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request) and 1 bunk bedroom (single over double)
  • 1 Bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, coffee machine, fridge, freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • 2 dogs welcome
  • Beach, shop and pub within walking distance
  • As this property is a family home, with regret, the owners do not accept group, hen, and stag parties
  • Smart TV in the lounge and in the king-size which has the en-suite
  • Decked terrace with seating and gas BBQ
  • Sleeps 8+1
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Sally Burt

This property is personally managed by Sally.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Patsy 29th March 2026

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A lovely warm comfortable home . Near to the beaches . No dog restrictions on the beaches this time of year. March.

Reviewed by John 15th February 2026

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We quickly established that the property and location lacks any facilities out of season, not the fault of the owners - if anything down to us not doing sufficient research. It is clear that when the Parkdean Caravan Park opposite is open then, potentially, everything else comes to life. A walk over the cliff on the coastal path meant that we foundRead more a pub at Burgh Island but we then had to brave the Sea Tractor and rising tide to get back to Bigbury-on-Sea, the wine helped overcome that dynamic! Hide

Reviewed by Patsy 22nd November 2025

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I love this ultra modern luxurious house. My dog loved the heated floor. Its great to be able to walk to the beach in 5 minutes. Lovely walking to Bigbury beach on low tide . Ayrmer beach is a steep walk over the headland or easier walk from the NT car park. The beds are extremely comfortable. The house is gorgeous. Ive been twice in summer and winRead moreter and love Devon for walking holidays. A great base for national trust visits. Plenty of good pubs locally for eating out. Hide

Reviewed by Simon 16th August 2025

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Great modern house, well equipped, comfortable and and close to great beach. Expect to drive on very narrow roads to get anywhere else. Local pub is a:Park Dean pub.

Reviewed by Susan 9th August 2025

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Reviewed by Louise 19th July 2025

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Great location and enormous living and bedroom areas.

Reviewed by Patsy 21st June 2025

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A lovely luxury house to stay in. There are great walks along the coast path to 2 excellent dog walking beaches, Ayrmer and Bigbury. The local pubs are good for food, and best to pre book reservations especially Journeys end.

Reviewed by Josephine 17th June 2025

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Lovely spacious and airy house. Well equipt and super comfortable beds.

Reviewed by Ian 26th October 2024

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An absolutely beautiful house.

Reviewed by Mark 11th October 2024

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With some TLC this property could be really amazing. The house itself is amazing. Spacious. Ideal for a weekend break away. Location is ideal. Beach a short walk away. House is well equipt. Cleanliness, facilities and furnishings need some attention.

Reviewed by Justin 24th August 2024

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Lovely modern holiday house with large comfy beds. We loved the upside down living and the closeness to Challaborough beach, Bigbury and nearby Armyer Cove. The caravan park isn't a great view but it was a fantastic location. Definitely impressed and keen to come back.

Reviewed by Catherine 10th August 2024

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The accommodation was absolutely fabulous, couldnt fault it one bit. We all loved staying in the house the kids loved it especially the bedrooms being downstairs. The balcony was also a good sun trap.

Reviewed by Lynn 20th July 2024

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Lovely house well equiped, amazing location, any issues resolved quickly but needs a little TLC

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Marsdens Devon Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.