Best For: Family holidays, two-family breaks, groups with children, car-free Salcombe stays and coastal holidays

Sleeps: 8 guests across four bedrooms

Highlights: Central Salcombe location, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, two living rooms, two outdoor areas, private parking and East Portlemouth ferry around 200 yards away

1 Kings Cottages is a spacious holiday home tucked just behind Fore Street in the heart of Salcombe. Sleeping eight across four bedrooms, it combines the convenience of shops, restaurants, the waterfront and passenger ferries within a very short walk with two living rooms, outside space and the rare advantage of private parking in the town centre.

Best For: Family holidays, groups of friends, couples sharing, car-free Salcombe breaks and short coastal stays

Sleeps: 8 guests across four bedrooms

Highlights: Four bedrooms, three bathrooms, open-plan living, two private parking spaces, lift access and Salcombe town centre around five minutes away on foot

11 Combehaven is a spacious four-bedroom apartment close to the centre of Salcombe, giving families and friends an easy base for enjoying the harbour, shops, restaurants and beaches around the estuary. Sleeping eight, it combines generous bedroom accommodation with two private parking spaces and the convenience of being able to walk into town in around five minutes.

Best For: Families, two families sharing, groups of friends and guests wanting to stay in the heart of Salcombe

Sleeps: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Highlights: Central Salcombe location, estuary views, four bedrooms, three bathrooms, top-floor lounge, three balconies, garden and North Sands around a mile away

9 Courtenay Street is a spacious Victorian holiday home sleeping eight in central Salcombe. Arranged across four floors, it combines four proper bedrooms and three bathrooms with a top-floor lounge overlooking the estuary, a sociable kitchen diner, three balconies and a patio garden. Shops, restaurants, pubs and the waterfront are only a few minutes away on foot.

Best For: Families, two families sharing, multi-generational holidays and groups exploring Salcombe and the South Devon coast

Sleeps: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Highlights: Ground-floor en suite bedroom, large kitchen diner, private garden, wood burner, two dogs welcome, village pubs and shop within walking distance

Alma House is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in the South Devon village of Malborough, placing a group of eight within easy reach of Salcombe, Hope Cove and some of the South Hams' best beaches. Generous social spaces, a ground-floor en suite bedroom and a private garden make it particularly appealing to families sharing a coastal holiday.

Best For: Families, couples sharing, multi-generational groups and guests wanting Salcombe's shops, beaches and watersports within easy reach

Sleeps: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Highlights: Salcombe estuary and sea views, ground-floor en-suite bedroom, three bathrooms, large open-plan living space, decked terrace, garden and parking for three cars

Ambleside is a spacious four-bedroom holiday home in an elevated position above Salcombe, with views across the estuary and towards the sea. A ground-floor super king bedroom, three further double bedrooms, generous open-plan living and a large garden make it a strong choice for families or couples sharing, while Salcombe's waterfront, shops and restaurants are around a ten-minute walk downhill.

Best For: Families, two families sharing, beach holidays, walkers, watersports enthusiasts and groups wanting Salcombe within an easy ferry ride

Sleeps: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Highlights: Private access to Ditch End Cove, spectacular Salcombe Estuary views, mature terraced gardens, open fire, parking for four cars, beach moments away and ferry to Salcombe around 280 yards

Arran is a beautiful period holiday home in East Portlemouth, occupying an exceptional hillside position above the Salcombe and Kingsbridge Estuary. Sleeping eight across four bedrooms, it combines spectacular water views with mature gardens, private access to Ditch End Cove and sandy beaches virtually on the doorstep. Salcombe is just across the water and easily reached by passenger ferry.

Best For: Families, two families sharing, multi-generational groups, dog-friendly holidays and guests wanting central Salcombe within walking distance

Sleeps: 9 guests in 5 bedrooms

Highlights: Salcombe estuary views, five bedrooms, large balcony deck, front and rear terraces, dining for ten, parking for three cars and two dogs welcome

Ash Tree House is a stylish detached holiday home sleeping nine within a short walk of central Salcombe. The house is arranged over three floors, with five bedrooms, generous dining and living areas and a large balcony overlooking the town and estuary. Shops, restaurants and pubs are less than five minutes away on foot, while North Sands and South Sands are around a mile away.

Best For: Large families, two-family holidays, multi-generational groups, dog-friendly stays and Salcombe holidays.
Sleeps: 10 guests | 4 bedrooms | 4 bathrooms | Maximum 8 adults
Highlights: Walk to Salcombe town centre, three king-size bedrooms, family bunk room, four bathrooms, 2 dogs welcome and private parking.

Batson House is a large holiday cottage in Salcombe, South Devon, sleeping 10 in four bedrooms close to Batson Creek and the town centre. Three king-size bedrooms and a four-person bunk room make the layout particularly suited to larger families, with shops, pubs and restaurants within walking distance and North and South Sands approximately a mile away.

Best For: Family beach holidays, two-family breaks, groups of friends, dog-friendly stays and Salcombe coastal holidays

Sleeps: 8 guests across four bedrooms

Highlights: North Sands around two minutes away, four bedrooms, four bathrooms, sea views, balcony, outdoor space and private parking

Captain’s View, 3 Sandhills is a spacious coastal holiday home overlooking North Sands in Salcombe. Sleeping eight across four bedrooms, it combines excellent sea views and generous outdoor space with one of the town’s best beach locations, while South Sands, the coast path and Salcombe town centre are all within easy reach.

Best For: Families, groups of friends, couples sharing, dog-friendly holidays and guests wanting Salcombe's waterfront, shops and ferries within walking distance

Sleeps: 8 guests in 4 bedrooms

Highlights: Central Salcombe setting, four double bedrooms, two bathrooms, sunny garden, outdoor dining, private parking and East Portlemouth ferry close by

Craiglands is an attractive four-bedroom terraced cottage on Coronation Road in Salcombe, a short walk from Island Street, the waterfront and town centre. Sleeping eight entirely in double and king-size bedrooms, it works particularly well for adult family groups and couples sharing. An open-plan ground floor, sunny garden and private parking space complete a strong central Salcombe base.

Best For: Large families, multiple families, multi-generational groups, groups of friends, dog-friendly stays and waterside holidays.
Sleeps: 16 guests | 9 bedrooms | 5 bathrooms listed | 4 accommodation areas
Highlights: Six-acre estuary setting, approximately 800ft of private foreshore, dinghies available, multiple living spaces, 3 dogs welcome and beaches around 1 mile away.

Goodshelter Barns & The Boathouse offers large group accommodation near East Portlemouth and Salcombe in South Devon, with 16 guests spread between four distinct accommodation areas. The layout works particularly well for several families holidaying together, while the creekside setting adds private foreshore, waterside dining and easy access to beaches, walking routes and the East Portlemouth ferry.

Best For: Two-family holidays, large family gatherings, multi-generational groups, groups of friends and special stays in Salcombe

Sleeps: 16 guests across two neighbouring four-bedroom houses

Highlights: Two adjoining homes, eight bedrooms, six bathrooms, two kitchens, two living areas, private balconies, large gardens and Salcombe town centre around 10 to 15 minutes' walk away

Halcyon & Whispers bring together two stylish neighbouring homes in an elevated part of Salcombe, giving a group of 16 the freedom to holiday together without everyone sharing the same kitchen, lounge or sleeping space. Each house sleeps eight and has its own balcony, garden and parking, making this an excellent setup for two families, several couples or a multi-generational group.

Best For: Family holidays, multi-generational groups, Salcombe breaks, watersports holidays and groups wanting to explore on foot

Sleeps: 10 guests across five bedrooms, with a maximum of 8 adults

Highlights: Panoramic Salcombe Estuary views, large balcony and deck, five bedrooms, three bathrooms, private parking and town centre within walking distance

Mapperley Lodge is a spacious modern holiday home in an elevated part of Salcombe, combining wide estuary views with the convenience of being around a 5–10 minute walk from the waterfront, shops and restaurants. Private parking for several cars is a particularly useful addition in this popular coastal town.

Best For: Extended families, multi-generational holidays, groups of friends, Salcombe breaks and dog-friendly coastal stays

Sleeps: 10 guests across five bedrooms

Highlights: Optional hot tub, two living rooms, five bedrooms, four bathrooms, extensive gardens, countryside views and Salcombe within walking distance

Perrotts is a detached country house tucked away on a quiet lane above Batson Creek, around a 10–15 minute walk from central Salcombe. Its combination of generous gardens, two separate living rooms, flexible sleeping arrangements and private parking makes it particularly useful for larger groups who want more space than a typical town-centre property.

Best For: Family gatherings, groups of friends, celebrations, wedding guests and Salcombe holidays with several generations

Sleeps: 10 guests across six bedrooms

Highlights: Panoramic Salcombe Estuary views, three living areas, large kitchen and dining space, tiered garden, generous parking and North Sands within walking distance

The Ridings is a spacious hillside home in Salcombe, perfectly placed between the town centre and North Sands. With six bedrooms, several places to relax and wonderful views across the estuary towards Mill Bay, it gives families and groups plenty of room while keeping beaches, restaurants and the harbour close at hand.

Best For: Families sharing, groups of couples, multi-generational holidays, celebrations and luxury Salcombe breaks

Sleeps: 10 guests across five bedrooms

Highlights: Panoramic Salcombe Estuary views, five ensuite bedrooms, flexible super king or twin beds, wraparound sun terraces, optional hot tub and North Sands within walking distance

The Sands is a spacious contemporary holiday home above Salcombe, with floor-to-ceiling windows framing views across the estuary towards Bolt Head. Five ensuite bedrooms and exceptionally flexible sleeping arrangements make it an excellent choice for families sharing or groups of couples, while North Sands, the coast path and Salcombe's waterfront are all close by.