Large Holiday Cottages in Salcombe

A jewel on the stunning South Devon coast, Salcombe combines a lively harbour, sheltered beaches and a compact centre that suits multiple families and big groups. In the summer months it is very much a party town, with buzzing bars, live music and a packed calendar that often includes sailing regattas and waterfront events. Choosing a large holiday cottage in Salcombe means spacious, self-catering accommodation within easy reach of North Sands and its laid-back beach café, as well as pubs like the Victoria Inn with a generous garden where everyone can linger over lunch. Time a walk along the coast path to North Sands earlier in the day and you can enjoy the sand and a quieter meal before the crowds build and the tide rolls in.

For larger groups, days naturally fall into a rhythm here. Some people might take the passenger ferry to East Portlemouth for a quieter stretch of sand, others book a paddleboard session on the estuary, join the sailing scene, or stay in town for an ice cream and a wander along Fore Street before the evening gets going. Back at your accommodation, big kitchens and open living spaces make cooking together feel straightforward, and there is always the option to let someone else do the work with a seafood supper from The Crab Shed before heading out for drinks and live music around the harbour. With room to spread out at home and plenty to do within a short walk or ferry ride, Salcombe makes group stays feel easy, sociable and unhurried.