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Little Stadbury
The view from the cottage entrance
Glorious countryside. The view from our field down towards Bantham
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Reviews
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2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 5135 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
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  • Pet-friendly
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  • Barbecue grill
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  • Outdoor space
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  • Kitchen
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  • Dryer
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Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, England
  • Popular LocationSouth Devon9 min drive
  • Popular LocationBigbury-on-Sea Beach14 min drive
  • Popular LocationBurgh Island15 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)47 min drive

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Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Master Bedroom

1 King Bed

Twin bedroom

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 2

Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base

Lovely spacious newly refurbished two bedroom barn conversion with parking and enclosed garden, perfect for families, walkers and those wishing to get away from it all. Little Stadbury combines the convenience of being located within a couple of miles of stunning sandy beaches, lovely welcoming pubs serving delicious food and the historic market town of Kingsbridge whilst tucked away down its own private mile long drive.

The cottage has been completely refurbished and has all mod cons including dishwasher, washing machine and central heating and is comfortably and stylishly furnished with luxurious feather and down duvets and pillows and fluffy towels. Dogs are most welcome and just in case they happen to get a little wet and muddy, there is an outside tap with hose, and we provide old towels to dry them! Please note there is an additional cost of GBP 30 per dog. We also provide a highchair, travel cot and stair gate for the little ones by arrangement, and the garden is safe and enclosed with patio, BBQ and grassy area, accessed from the French doors by the kitchen. There is ample parking for two cars. There is also the use of our field for ball games and exercising your dog.
Guests can now try their hand, by arrangement with Sarah, at pottery in the recently completed Little Piggery Pottery studio. Suitable for both beginners and more experienced potters alike, you can try your hand at throwing on the wheel, slab building, decorating and glazing. Any items that you make can be fired in the kiln here and sent on to you as a memento of your stay.
Within walking distance is the village of Bantham and its gorgeous sandy beach, (voted one of Europe’s finest beaches) which is patrolled by lifeguards during the summer months and where you can learn to surf, paddle board and windsurf or just sunbathe, sleep or read! Whilst dogs are not allowed on the main beach between May and October, they ARE allowed on the vast beach (at low tide) at the mouth of the estuary between Bantham and Bigbury on Sea. Little Stadbury is also yards from the Avon Estuary Walk route, from which you can pick up the Coastal Path. There are a number of pubs within walking distance including the excellent 14th century Sloop Inn and the Fisherman's Rest (Aveton Gifford), while further afield you are spoilt for choice in terms of award winning eateries. There is village shop in Bantham, Aveton Gifford and Churchstow, and the market town of Kingsbridge is three miles away with a choice of supermarkets and interesting artisanal shops.
Modbury is also worth a visit, particularly to the Wild Goose antique shop. The South Devon Chilli Farm is nearby at Loddiswell. Salcombe is around 7 miles away and Dartmouth 12 for those of a nautical disposition.
Burgh Island is well worth a visit, particularly for lunch at the Pilchard Inn (est 1336), steeped in fishing history and the Hotel is famed for its links to Agatha Christie. When the tide is in the sea tractor will take you there from Bigbury on Sea.
Little Stadbury is superbly located to enjoy everything that the South Hams and South Devon has to offer while providing peace and quiet without being completely off the beaten track.

Property manager

Malcolm Davies
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Languages

French

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
2 twin beds, a foldaway bed as well as a cot

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 2 total)
Up to 2 well behaved dogs

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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Kingsbridge

Located in Kingsbridge, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. Overbecks Museum and Garden and Start Point Lighthouse are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and South Devon. Travelling with kids? Consider Sea N Shore and Salcombe Maritime Museum.
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Aveton Gifford, Kingsbridge, England

What's nearby

  • South Devon - 9 min drive
  • Bigbury-on-Sea Beach - 14 min drive
  • Burgh Island - 15 min drive
  • Bantham beach - 25 min drive
  • Hope Cove Beach - 26 min drive

Getting around

  • Ivybridge Station - 33 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Ring 'O' Bells - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Seven Stars - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Village Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Church House Inn - ‬6 min drive
  • ‪Beachhouse - ‬15 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total).

What time is check-in at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautifully situated comfortable cottage and pottery, a perfect holiday base located?

This family-friendly Kingsbridge cottage is located by the sea, within 3 mi (5 km) of Bantham beach, Leasfoot Beach and Bigbury Golf Club. Yarmer Beach is 3.1 mi (4.9 km) away.

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

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Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Catherine Q.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Outstanding
Great place - great location- lovely hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property and location with fantastic hosts!
Lovely roomy cottage in the perfect super quiet location with everything you might need for a relaxing stay and we have stayed several times over the past few years - spring and summers. Much to see and do locally whatever the weather and brilliant, welcoming hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Laura H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great get-away
We enjoyed our stay, good location close to local beaches. Helpful and friendly host
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lorna M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Peace
The location is stunning and the house is as lovely as the pictures. We walked to Bantham Beach with the dogs one day in gloriously late summer weather. We slept really well as it is so peaceful. It really is the perfect place to get away from it all and recharge. The dogs especially loved the paddock. Plenty of zoomies.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sian R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Off the beaten track
Very quiet location a mile off the main road down a tarmac track. Malcolm and Sarah were very hospitable and were very helpful with advice on where to visit and where to eat. Very comfortable beds, slept well. Large paddock area for dogs to run around in as well as an enclosed small patio and grass area to the side of the cottage.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

PETER C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
country cottage
A very well appointed comfortable cottage.The owners were friendly and very helpful.We enjoyed our stay greatly and would not hesitate to make a return visit .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sam R., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely stone barn
Malcolm and Sarah were fantastic hosts, always willing to provide tips about local restaurants and beaches. The house is very well stocked and perfect for a weekend or week long getaway. There are lovely walks all around and you can even reach Bantham beach in under an hour. The local area is beautiful and well worth a visit, Salcombe and Kingsbridge being particularly nice. All in all a fantastic stay and highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

David B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay
We had a lovely warm welcome by the hosts and were made to feel at home immediately. We were given great information about surrounding walks and they were really accommodating to our family and over excited Labrador. Would thoroughly recommend staying here.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Second stay this year.
It’s a large-feeling property - larger than it looks on Vrbo everything you need to self-cater just being the usual self-catering kit. It’s in a location that has great variety for walkers or general vacationing - doing some research before and ask the wonderful hosts Sarah and Malcolm for suggestions. Walk up the lane across the fields to spot buzzards and a barn owl or two or go for a very fine pizza with messy fries at the Rockbox. Second stay this year so cannot fault.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sarah T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
The property was bigger than it looked in the photos, was very well equipped and very clean. Down a long lane, there is no traffic or noise aside from a rooster yet it’s convenient for Kingsbridge and beaches. This really is a lovely pro.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Rich L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantasic, beautiful place
We had a lovely holiday here, the place is wonderful, with stunning views. You've probably missed out on the super cute puppy, but she added to our enjoyment! The walk to Bantham is picturesque, but Devon does love its hills, so be prepared. Some great running routes around there. Sarah and Malcolm were very helpful and friendly but never intrusive. We really enjoyed having a go on the potter's wheel and seeing all Sarah's pots. The place is a short drive from Kingsbridge (v pretty) and Salcombe where we enjoyed the scenary and hired kayaks to explore the estuary's beaches. Really enjoyed our stay and hope to return one day.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jon p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay
A great place to stay with family and dogs, so nice and quiet with it’s own field to let dogs run around. We will stay again as it was not far from the beach and Salcombe. Very clean and well presented.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Lyz J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful
Everything we needed and close to beach. Very hospitable hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

John F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short stay in high summer (wet and windy)!
We really enjoyed our peaceful stay at the cottage. The bed and bedding was very comfortable and luxurious. Jane particularly liked the Velux blackout blind! Everything was well maintained and convenient. The views from the long drive were great. Malcolm and Sarah were very hospitable and friendly.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

James T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect property and hosts!
We have had the most fantastic holiday. The property was perfect for our family of three - including one 2 year old and two spaniels. Malcolm and Sarah were great hosts and we can't recommend Little Stadbury highly enough! Looking forward to coming back soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andy E., London

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and hosts
Spacious and beautifully set in the countryside, close to the coast. Malcolm and Sarah were very welcoming and genial hosts and the cottage offered everything we were after.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kathryn G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing South Devon base
We hit the jackpot - a beautiful property in a fantastic location - 3 miles from fabulous Bantham beach - but with easy access to main road for visits around the South Hams. Clean, spacious, stylish, peaceful. We would love to return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Daniel G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Cottage and Location!
Little Stadbury is a beautiful modern cottage, larger than it looks, spacious and open plan on the lower level with bedrooms and bathroom on a mezzanine, all very comfortable, clean, well equipped and welcoming with fast WiFi. So pleased that the bed and hotel-quality pillows were super comfortable and the bed was larger than a standard double. Sarah & Malcolm are the perfect hosts and very welcoming. They are on-site next door so they are available if you need anything. The location has breathtaking views - there is a footpath nearby where you walk and can see for miles to the ocean through the hills - take an OS map and suitable walking boots to follow the route to the sea/estuary. The location is a great base to visit Dartmouth, Salcombe, Slapton, Totnes or just the local beaches. We did take our small labrador and as Sarah and Malcolm have a field adjoining the property you can do a quick morning and evening leg stretch for the dog without having to walk or drive anywhere. We had great service and food at the local Church House Inn - dog joined us in the bar area - just book ahead and let them know if you are bringing a dog. All in all an ideal cottage for a holiday getaway. Thank you both so very much for making our break absolutely perfect!
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

david levin

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Highly recommended
Malcolm and Sarah are wonderfully attentive. Nothing is too much trouble for them
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Carol N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing holuday at Little Stadbury
This is the second time we have stayed at Little Stadbury. It is a lovely property which is close to lots of places to visit and lovely beaches. The owners are amazing and one of the reasons we came back. We will definately recommend this holuday home if you want a nice peaceful holiday with plenty to do nearby. Rachael & Lee
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Graham P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A lovely week exploring the South Hams
The property is deceptively spacious, located in a very quiet location alongside the owners property at the end of a long lane. Lovely 50 minute walk to Bantham beach (steep hills in places). Great location for exploring the area. Bantham beach is beautiful with the Gastrobus providing coffee, cakes, ice creams, pizzas and a bar. Fantastic coastal walks to more lovely beaches. Plenty of paces to rent kayaks/SUP boards and surfing available at Bantham beach. We also rented eBikes from e-xplore just down the road and these we brilliant for exploring the coast and quiet country lanes. A lovely family holiday.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay at Little Stadbury
We have just returned home after a wonderful stay at Little Stadbury. Everything was perfect. Great weather, great location and very hospitable hosts. We are a family of 4 with 2 children aged 5 and 8 and found Little Stadbury perfect for our needs. We loved our day trips to Bantham beach which is stunning and great for body boarding. We also had a lovely day out to Kingsbridge where we enjoyed crabbing from the Quay. We love Bantham so will be back again soon
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Paula F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a wonderful location
The cottage is very well equipped and the location is quiet and secluded. Malcolm and Sarah are excellent hosts and dealt with any problems swiftly. Would thoroughly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Peter S., Churt

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay in stunning area
Excellent spacious accommodation with all self-catering facilities. Friendly and welcoming hosts. Stunning coastal scenery. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic stay - we'll be back!
We had a wonderful stay. The accommodation was perfect for us, airy and spacious, with comfortable beds. Malcolm and Sarah were very welcoming and accommodating hosts - the use of their adjacent field for our early morning dog walk (coffee in hand) was a lovely highlight of the stay. Nearby beaches were also heavenly and we enjoyed some great food during our break. We will definitely be returning as soon as we can!
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

About the host

Hosted by Malcolm Davies

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Malcolm and Sarah are delighted to be taking over Little Stadbury which has been a very popular and successful holiday cottage for the past 3 years in this lovely part of the world.
Sarah is a highly acclaimed cook, providing food for a wide range of events from private dining to parties and weddings. She is also a keen potter and gardener.
Malcolm spent many years in the drinks industry, travelling widely, and now enjoys gardening, tennis and an extensive range of cacti!
They have two fine working cockers and doggy guests will be very welcome at Little Stadbury. We will enjoy exploring all the walks around the cottage and down to the sea at Bantham.

Why they chose this property

Little Stadbury is wonderfully situated in a beautiful part of the Devon countryside. Whilst it sits in a very secluded and lovely spot, it is easy to reach the nearby towns and villages such as Modbury, Kingsbridge Totnes and Salcombe. The lovely beaches at Bantham and Bigbury on Sea are very close by too,

What makes this property unique

Lovely comfortable cottage
secluded yet accessible
Dog friendly
Walking distance to the sea

Languages:

French

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