Guests say
Pilchard Cottage in Brixham is highly praised for its cleanliness, prime location, and comfort. Guests appreciate the well-furnished interiors and thoughtful touches like welcome gifts. While parking is noted as a challenge, the cottage's proximity to local amenities and the harbour is a highlight. The property's compact size is seen as cosy and well-designed, contributing to a delightful stay.
Reviewers consistently mention that the cottage is 'spotlessly clean', 'super clean', and 'cleaned to a high standard', indicating exceptional cleanliness throughout the property.
The location is frequently described as 'superb', 'ideal', and 'excellent', being close to the harbour, restaurants, and local attractions. The only drawback mentioned is the parking situation, which is a common issue in the area.
Guests find the cottage 'comfortable', 'cosy', and 'perfect for two', with special mentions of a 'comfy bed' and 'powerful shower'. The compact size is noted, but it adds to the charm rather than detracts from the comfort.
The cottage is well-equipped, with 'everything provided' for a pleasant stay. Some guests noted the lack of storage for food and suitcases, but overall, the facilities and maintenance are highly regarded.
Many reviewers express gratitude for the thoughtful welcome gifts, including Prosecco and cream scones. While these gestures are highly appreciated, it's important to note that such gifts are a courtesy and may not be a standard offering for every stay.
About this property
Resting on one of the many winding streets of the picturesque harbour town of Brixham is this charming one-bedroom fisherman’s cottage, Pilchard Cottage. Beautifully renovated, this romantic bolthole by the sea is the ideal location for your next escape to Devon. Spend evenings within the open-plan living space snuggled up on the sofa enjoying a favourite film on the TV, or play music from the Bluetooth speaker as you share a bottle of wine with your other half and plan your adventures. The exposed timber beams and painted stone wall adds character to this homely setting, contrasting perfectly with the contemporary breakfast bar overlooking the kitchen space. Discover all you need for cooking up delicious dishes, with an electric oven and a two-ring electric hob, perfect for treating your partner to a romantic meal for two. Travel up the stairs and find yourself within the lovely bedroom featuring a king-size bed, with more exposed stone and skylights to add light into the room, it’s a tranquil setting. Freshen up in the shower room up here, featuring a walk-in shower and the added benefit of a heated towel rail. Begin exploring this quaint town by first heading out of the cute stable door and strolling down to the harbour to see Brixham’s amazing focal point, a life size replica of Sir Francis Drake’s iconic ship, The Golden Hind. From here you can venture along Brixham Breakwater built to protect the harbour and affording a different but pleasing view of the town, before heading to Breakwater Beach, one of the cleanest beaches on the English Riviera and awarded Blue Flag status, as well as being popular with scuba divers for the rate seagrass beds, seahorses, fish and even shipwrecks! Browse the stalls at the Brixham Art and Craft Market held every Saturday from Easter to October showcasing unique items and crafts, and catch an evening show at Brixham Theatre which puts on various live music and entertainment on throughout the year. St Mary’s Bay and Churston Cove are two more beautiful beaches to visit, with the latter being a secluded cove accessed via a steep path, while those who want to get out onto the water can book a trip with Sea Kayak Devon to explore the stunning Devon coastline themselves. Paignton is just further up the coast where you'll find the amazing Paignton Zoo, while the South West Coast Path can take you south down to Kingswear with ferries available to bring you across to Dartmouth. Discover a world of wonderful adventures along the English Riviera from the lovely Pilchard Cottage.
Settled in the area known as 'The English Riviera', Brixham lies on the southern side of Torbay. This pretty fishing harbour town enjoys a mild climate all year round and is a great choice for your next break to Devon. Explore the winding lanes, browse the local shops and sip a pint in a traditional pub before taking a stroll past the harbour to see the life size replica of The Golden Hind, Sir Francis Drake's ship. Plenty of attractions rest within the area including Blue Flag beaches, a zoo, cycle trails and of course the South West Coast Path.
Accommodation
One double bedroom.
Shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire.
Electric oven, two-ring electric hob, microwave, fridge, TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.1 mile
Nearby points of interest
- Golden Hind
- Dartmouth Castle
- Torquay Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
- House of Marbles
- Blackpool Sands
- Shaldon Beach
Reviews (34)
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Les
Great location. The welcoming touches of the scones , jam, clotted cream and the bottle of bubbly was a lovely touch from Alison. Couldn't fault the cottage at all, it was so nice inside and made for a wonderful stay.
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Lorraine
Just right for 2 people. In the heart of Brixham not far from anything. Didn't visit the Manor pub, but seemed a very friendly bunch when we first arrived. Really appreciated the welcome of a cream tea with a bottle of Prosecco on arrival. Would definitely come back to this cottage.
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Lisa
A very welcome pint of milk on arrival and gorgeous scones what more could you want after a long journey well done