Sleeps 12 | 4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | Sea views | 3 dogs | Beachfront

Overview of The Crab Pot

The Crab Pot occupies an exceptional seafront position in Beesands, with the beach and Start Bay directly in front of the property. Sleeping up to 12 guests, with a recommended maximum of eight adults plus four children, the house has been designed particularly well for larger families and mixed-generation groups.

The principal living accommodation is on the first floor to make the most of the sea views. An extensively glazed lounge looks across the bay and opens onto a wraparound balcony, giving guests an outdoor vantage point for watching the changing coastline. A log burner makes the room equally appealing outside the summer months.

A few steps lead down from the lounge to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen has integrated double ovens, a combination microwave, induction hob, dishwasher, wine fridge and fridge freezer, while the dining table seats ten. The elevated position means sea views remain a major part of the living space.

The four bedrooms are arranged across the ground, first and upper floors. Two ground-floor family bedrooms each sleep four by combining a king-size bed with bunk beds, while two further king-size bedrooms provide accommodation for couples. Every bedroom has its own ensuite bathroom or shower room.

Outside, the ground-floor bedrooms open onto a terrace and enclosed garden, while the first-floor balcony has seating overlooking Start Bay. Beesands Beach, the village pub and seafood restaurant are all close at hand, and the South West Coast Path runs through the village.

The Crab Pot at a Glance

Who is The Crab Pot Best For?

The Crab Pot is especially well suited to larger family groups because two of its bedrooms combine a king-size bed with bunk beds. This allows parents and younger children to share spacious family rooms while retaining two separate king-size bedrooms for other adults.

Groups who place location high on their list will find the beachfront setting particularly appealing. There is no need to drive for a morning beside the sea, an evening coastal walk or a meal in the village.

Walkers are also exceptionally well placed, with the South West Coast Path passing through Beesands and routes extending towards Hallsands, Start Point, Torcross and Slapton.

Why is The Crab Pot a Great Large Holiday Home?

• Sleeps up to 12 guests
• Four bedrooms, all with ensuite facilities
• Two large family bedrooms
• Direct beachfront position
• Panoramic views across Start Bay
• Wraparound first-floor balcony
• Enclosed garden and terrace
• Pub, seafood restaurant and coastal path within the village

Frequently Asked Questions

How many people does The Crab Pot sleep?

The Crab Pot sleeps up to 12 guests. Because two bedrooms contain bunk beds, the accommodation is best suited to a maximum of eight adults plus four children.

How many bedrooms does The Crab Pot have?

There are four bedrooms. Two are family rooms sleeping four each, while the other two have king-size beds.

Does every bedroom at The Crab Pot have an ensuite?

Yes. All four bedrooms have their own ensuite bathroom or shower room.

How close is The Crab Pot to the beach?

The property is directly on the seafront at Beesands, with the village's mile-long shingle beach immediately outside.

Is The Crab Pot dog friendly?

Yes. Up to three well-behaved dogs are welcome, and Beesands Beach is dog friendly throughout the year.

Is there parking at The Crab Pot?

Yes. Private parking is available on the driveway, and EV charging is available on a pay-as-you-go basis through an app.

Bedrooms & Bathrooms at The Crab Pot

The Crab Pot has four bedrooms arranged over three levels. Its layout is particularly distinctive because two of the ground-floor rooms are large family bedrooms, each combining adult sleeping space with bunk beds for children.

All four bedrooms have ensuite facilities, giving each family unit or couple their own bathroom space.

Group Accommodation Layout

Bedrooms 1 and 2 are on the ground floor and both have doors opening directly onto the outside terrace and garden.

Bedroom 3 is reached from the first-floor landing, with the sleeping area positioned down a short half-flight of stairs.

The upper-floor principal bedroom has a king-size bed and particularly impressive sea views across Start Bay.

How does the layout work for a group of 12?

The permanent bed configuration provides sleeping space for 12 guests, but the property is specifically suited to a maximum of eight adults plus four children.

The two family bedrooms each sleep four, with a king-size bed for two adults and bunk beds for two children. The remaining two bedrooms each sleep two adults in king-size beds.

A typical full-house arrangement could therefore accommodate four couples plus four children, making the property particularly suitable for several families holidaying together.

The arrangement is less suitable for 12 adults because four of the permanent sleeping spaces are bunk beds intended primarily for children.

Bathroom Layout

All four bedrooms have private ensuite facilities.

• Bedroom 1 has an ensuite shower room with shower, WC and double basin
• Bedroom 2 has an ensuite bathroom with bath, separate shower, WC and basin
• Bedroom 3 has an ensuite shower room
• Bedroom 4 has an ensuite shower room
• Additional cloakrooms provide further WC facilities

The ensuite arrangement is a considerable advantage for a large group, particularly when several couples or family units are sharing the house.

Facilities & Information at The Crab Pot

The Crab Pot has been arranged to make the most of its beachfront setting, with the main living spaces elevated to capture views across Start Bay.

The first-floor lounge has extensive glazing, comfortable seating, a television and log burner. Patio doors lead directly onto the wraparound balcony, allowing the indoor and outdoor living spaces to connect during warmer weather.

A short half-flight of steps leads to the kitchen and dining area. The kitchen includes an induction hob, integrated double oven, combination microwave, dishwasher, wine fridge and fridge freezer. A dining table provides space for group meals.

A separate ground-floor utility room contains a washing machine, tumble dryer and additional fridge freezer.

Outside, guests have an enclosed lawn and patio as well as the large first-floor balcony. The terrace has outdoor seating and a barbecue area, while the balcony provides uninterrupted views towards Start Point and across Start Bay.

Facilities

Category	Facilities
Kitchen	Induction hob, double oven, combination microwave, dishwasher, fridge freezer and wine fridge
Dining	Dining table seating 10
Living	Large sea-view lounge with log burner and TV
Laundry	Washing machine and tumble dryer
Outdoor	Enclosed garden, patio, wraparound balcony, outdoor seating and barbecue area
Parking	Private driveway parking
EV Charging	Pay-as-you-go charging via app
Pets	Up to 3 dogs
Connectivity	WiFi

Important Information

Information	Details
Maximum Occupancy	12 guests
Recommended Adult Limit	Maximum 8 adults plus 4 children
Bedrooms	4
Bathrooms	4 ensuite bathrooms plus cloakrooms
Dogs	Up to 3
Parking	Private driveway
EV Charging	Pay-as-you-go via app
Beach	Directly outside the property
Beach Access	Beesands Beach is dog friendly year-round
Pub	In the village
Restaurant	Seafood restaurant in the village
Short Breaks	May be available during quieter periods

Location & Things to Do Near The Crab Pot

The Crab Pot sits directly on the waterfront in Beesands, one of the smaller fishing villages along South Devon's Start Bay. The mile-long shingle beach is immediately outside, with broad views across the bay towards Dartmouth in one direction and Start Point in the other.

Beesands itself is particularly convenient for a small coastal village. The Cricket Inn provides a nearby option for meals and drinks, while the village's seafood restaurant serves locally landed fish and seafood. There is also a village green, freshwater lake and surrounding area that attracts birdlife.

The South West Coast Path passes directly through Beesands, making walking one of the easiest ways to explore the surrounding coastline. Heading south brings walkers towards the remains of Hallsands and onwards to Start Point, where the lighthouse occupies one of the most dramatic headlands in South Devon. In the opposite direction, routes continue towards Torcross and Slapton Sands.

Torcross is approximately three miles away by road or around two miles on foot along the coast. Here, the long sweep of Slapton Sands meets Slapton Ley National Nature Reserve, a freshwater lake separated from the sea by a narrow shingle ridge.

For a quieter sandy beach, Lannacombe is around three miles away and provides access to another attractive section of the South West Coast Path. The surrounding coastline also lends itself to kayaking, paddleboarding, fishing and wildlife watching when conditions allow.

Kingsbridge is approximately seven miles away and provides supermarkets, shops, cafés and restaurants, while Dartmouth is approximately 11 miles away with its historic harbour, boat trips, waterfront dining and independent shops. The Crab Pot's position makes it particularly appealing for groups wanting to spend much of their holiday beside the sea without relying on the car every day.

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