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3 Gabberwell Cottages

Kingston, near Bigbury on Sea, Devon
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
5 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Luxury
Romantic
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Stunning 300 year old character cottage nestling between the coast and Dartmoor National Park
  • Lovingly fitted and furnished to include an array of creature comforts alongside traditional features
  • Perfectly placed for exploring the whole of the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty
Property code: 80623

Surrounded by open farmland and dramatic coastline, this exquisite cottage is perfect for outdoor-loving families, including two four-legged members. It sits on the edge of the pretty village of Kingston, occupying a small row of attractive 300-year-old cottages. Feel the breeze in your hair with walks on the South West Coast Path and sniff out secluded coves dotted along the glittering South Devon coastline.

Warm and welcoming, the cottage is beautifully decorated and retains many of its original features. Leave dirty boots and dog jackets in the utility room and wash off sand and mud in the handy wet room. Once you’ve freshened up, rest weary limbs and paws in the cosy lounge in front of the Smart TV and warming wood burner. Older children will love hiding out in the snug in the attic, with a Smart TV for company. Savour family suppers in the open-plan kitchen/diner or fire up the BBQ outside to dine alfresco in the enclosed garden, keeping the dogs occupied with a bone. The bedrooms are all upstairs and include a triple room with three single beds that are ideal for the kids.

From Kingston, stride out on a lovely dog-friendly walk along the coastal path, perhaps stopping off to splash around in the sea at Wonwell Beach (1.5 miles). For long hikes inland, drive 10 miles to Dartmoor to find an enticing mix of terrain to suit all levels of canine fitness. In Salcombe (13 miles), the kids can take part in water sports as you and your hounds watch on, before wolfing down fish and chips or a cooling ice cream.

  • 3 Bedrooms - 1 double, 1 triple and 1 single
  • 1 Bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC and 1 wet-room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Private off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Beach 1 mile, pub and shop within walking distance
  • Smart TV in the lounge and attic/snug
  • Enclosed garden with a lawn and patio area with garden furniture
  • Charcoal BBQ available on request
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sally Burt

This property is personally managed by Sally.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 23 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Carole 6th June 2025

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The cottage was very well equipped and tastefully renovated and decorated. All appliances were easy to operate and it was in a lovely spot.

Reviewed by Leigh 30th May 2025

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We had a wonderful week at this beautiful cottage. We loved the cosy sitting room and were wowed by the fabulous modern kitchen/diner with French doors into the pleasant garden which our Fox Terrier really enjoyed. In fact, we found the whole property to be finished to a high specification. This is the first time we have stayed in Kingston and we tRead morehought that the village was very pretty and the locals friendly. This part of South Devon has stunning scenery both inland on the coast. Hide

Reviewed by Delia 24th May 2025

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A real gem for our May half term family holiday (2 adults, 2 children 15 and 9). A beautifully decorated, cosy and incredibly well-equipped cottage, with plenty of great walks from the doorstep, including a scenic coastline walk, and a beach with plenty of rock pools, skimming stones and great views. Easy to find, plenty of parking for 2 cars, and Read morea nice, sunny private garden. Absolutely 5-star and we would love to come again. Hide

Reviewed by Chris 9th May 2025

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the cottage was very clean and comfortable , everything that we needed would certainly recommend staying there

Reviewed by Kelly 28th March 2025

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Lovely cosy cottage in a peaceful location. It was a family stay with parent, grandparents, 2 kids under 7 and 2 dogs. The hamper and milk on arrival were a nice touch. The kitchen was very well equipped as is the cottage generally. Helpful information left about the cottage, area and amenities. Bigbury beach and Burgh island were worth the short dRead morerive. Just the quiet break we were looking for, would certainly stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Robin 1st February 2025

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We had a fantastic time and the cottage had a cozy home feel to it. Would definitely book again.

Reviewed by Alison 23rd December 2024

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The cottage was absolutely perfect for our Christmas break. There was a real Christmas tree plus decorations in place when we arrived, plus a fantastic Xmas hamper including champagne. Its a very comfortable cosy place and extremely well equipped. We loved the solitude of the area and enjoyed the local walking tracks to the beach. There was a pub wRead moreithin walking distance and a well stocked shop a short drive away. It was the most relaxed Xmas weve had in 47 years! Just perfect! Hide

Reviewed by Susan 25th October 2024

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This is such a lovely cottage. Well equipped, clean, homely with a great enclosed garden and private outside eating space. The area is great although if you meet the Tesco van delivering down the lane watch out!!! One of the best cottages we have stayed in. Comfy beds , good shower, great facilities.

Reviewed by Pauline 20th September 2024

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Clean ,cosy and comfortable. The decor is very stylish and of a high standard . Parking is expansive ; the garden attractive ,and the village interesting ,with a pleasant pub ,and the food at the Journeys End in Ringmore was superb . Thank you.

Reviewed by Roger 6th September 2024

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Lovely cottage in a beautiful village - approximately 15 minutes drive from Kingsbridge. The property has been modernized and refurbished to a very high standard, and is an excellent base for exploring this area of South Devon - Salcombe, Dartmouth, Bigbury on sea and Totnes all within easy reach. II would definitely recommend.

Reviewed by Paul 2nd August 2024

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Overall the house was very good and worked well for 2 adults and two 6 year old boys. It is in a quiet location with the beach at Bigbury on Sea being 10 to 15 minutes drive away. It is well equipped and all parts work well except for the top TV room which is very small, this was OK for the children but would be cramped for adults. We will considerRead more booking it again. Hide

Reviewed by Michael 19th July 2024

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Lovely property. Very well equipped and furnished to high standard. Definitely recommend

Reviewed by Geoffrey 5th July 2024

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Very comfortable and well-equipped cottage

Reviewed by Emma 31st May 2024

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Fantastic cottage, clean and comfortable with everything you could possibly need, in a wonderful rural village location. It's only a short drive out to Bigbury on sea and we enjoyed trips a bit further out to Dartmouth and Salcombe. The walk to wonwell beach from the cottage a delight. Thank you for our holiday, we would love to return one day.

Reviewed by Paula 24th May 2024

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The best cottage we have stayed in. Good location we walked to Wonwell beach, plenty to do in the area, most things we less than 20 mins away. The cottage was very lovely with all the things we needed and more. Great boot room and lovely kitchen / diner. The garden was a great size, perfect for the dogs to roam in.

Reviewed by Sharon 12th April 2024

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A beautifully restored cottage with everything that you would possible need during your holiday! The bedrooms and bathroom were lovely and the underfloor heating was very welcome. Kids will love the tv den upstairs, and the boot room/ wet room downstairs was very useful. Great location, for beaches and walks with dogs/children. Thank you for the loRead morevely welcome basket with milk and prosecco! Hide

Reviewed by Nikki 29th March 2024

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Lovely!

Reviewed by Libby 13th February 2024

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Lovely cottage which ticked all the boxes: very cosy lounge with comfy sofas and log-burning stove, large well-equipped kitchen, cool games room for the kids, and luxurious underfloor heating in the bathroom. We loved it!

Reviewed by Karen 7th December 2023

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Wow! The cottage was absolutely amazing! Warm, spotlessly clean, very comfortable and amazingly equipped! The welcome gifts were a lovely surprise! The Christmas tree and decorations were wonderful. We were a family of 5, grandparents, parents and an 8 week old baby and two beagles visiting family and delivering Christmas presents. We had a lovely Read moremeal in the Dolphin Inn in the village, the pub is very welcoming and cosy with friendly staff and customers. They welcome dogs too. Hide

Reviewed by Jane 3rd November 2023

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Absolutely stunning cottage with all the equipment you could possibly want. Tastefully furnished and decorated, and lovely and warm. This cottage is perfect, in a beautiful village, which is a perfect base to explore the lovely surrounding area. I have no hesitation whatsoever in recommending this cottage! 5 star plus - we will most certainly returRead moren. Hide

Reviewed by Gail 29th September 2023

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Lovely cottage in a lovely location. Cottage very bright and airy but still cosy and charming. We were able to sit outside on the patio sunspot in October which a bonus! Quiet village, not on the coast but within a good dog walking distance. Lots of local walks and beaches directly on foot and a drive away.

Reviewed by Paul 15th September 2023

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Great location to stay and visit local area.

Reviewed by Piers 8th September 2023

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Noticed a dripping pipe under the sink in the wet room.

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