Rose Cottage In Marldon, Paignton, Devon

Paignton, Devon

Located in Paignton, Devon, in the South West of England, these three single-storey holiday cottages offer a tranquil village setting just 2 miles from the sandy beach at Paignton. Converted from former farm buildings, the cottages retain original roof beams and stone walls, and are attractively furnished in a 'New England' style. The South Hams region boasts the mildest climate in Britain, with Paignton and Torquay nearby offering sailing, tennis, sports centers, and vibrant harbor lights at night. The area has many good sandy beaches, giving it a Mediterranean feel, and inland, the medieval town of Totnes offers a weekly market and boat trips down the River Dart to Dartmouth. Visitors can also explore Dartmoor National Park, Agatha Christie's summer home, and Babbacombe's model village.

The holiday cottages feature an open plan living space with beams and French doors leading to a gravelled area, a living area with Freeview TV, DVD player, and CD player, a dining area, and a kitchen area with modern amenities. There is a four-poster double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom, a twin bedroom, and a separate shower room. Gas, electricity, and bed linen are included, and guests can hire towels and use a shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside, there is a courtyard with garden furniture, landscaped grounds with a barbecue, and private parking for one car. The cottages are within walking distance of a pub and restaurant, and shops are 700 yards away.

Nearby attractions include the Living Coasts in Torquay, where penguins roam freely, and Kent's Cavern, where the remains of Britain's earliest inhabitants were found. The Roman city of Exeter is 15 miles away, and Torbay offers yachting marinas, fine gardens, and historical sites such as castles and abbeys. With plenty of activities like surfing, swimming, sailing, and angling, as well as model railways, wildlife parks, and steam trains, visitors to these holiday cottages in Paignton can enjoy a diverse range of experiences throughout the year.