The estate has direct access to an estuary beach at low tide, and with direct step access it is a perfect place to launch your boat or paddleboard.
The stunning pink kitchen will wow the most discerning chef.
Check out this fabulous slide which can be accessed from your raised decked area. Most certainly not just for the little ones!
The large deck has all you need for a blissful holiday including two hot tubs, barbecue and the most splendid views.
Enjoy sociable dining with a stunning waterside view.
Luxurious furnishings and a warming wood-burner await in the main sitting-room.
Each bedroom is luxuriously furnished. This is the beautiful main bedroom.
Welcome to Meadowcliff, a magnificent waterside holiday home with fabulous outside deck and new play area.
Ready, steady, slide! How much fun does this look!
From the moment you arrive you will be captivated.
The sitting-room has oodles of space and a Smart TV so you can catch up on the latest movies.
Sumptuous sofas and oodles of comfort await.
The chillier evenings are easily dealt with by this glowing wood-burner.
You will find all the equipment you need to cook a family feast.
There's plenty of space for all your holiday treats in the fridge/freezer.
This super sociable kitchen/diner is perfect for family and friends.
The dining-table has a stunning view towards Shaldon and Teignmouth.
Holiday meals will be a delight here.
Shop at local farm shops for the freshest Devon produce.
The gorgeous snug is perfect for a quiet read or to catch up with the daily paper.
The snug is found through the kitchen.
Take your morning coffee in front of the warming wood-burner or outside in the Devonshire sunshine, the choice is yours.
Everyone will delight in the fabulous games-room, with pool table and table football.
Entertain the party with a pool or table football competition, that is of course if you can tear your eyes away from the beautiful views.
Peeking into the living-room from the games room.
Meadowcliff affords the most beautiful views.
The beautiful stairs lead up from the hallway to the first floor.
The ground floor cloakroom is pretty in pink!
Quirky artwork marries beautifully with the vibrant colour scheme here.
Bedroom 1 is on the ground floor and has a lovely outlook of the garden.
Bedroom 1 has a 'zip and link' bed giving you the choice of either a king-size double bed or twins.
Bedroom 2 is the fabulous main bedroom on the first floor. In addition, new for 2024, there are now bunk-beds making this a perfect family room.
Bedroom 2 has a stylish en suite shower-room, and a chaise longue for quiet moments.
Sumptuous linens and a king-size double bed await in bedroom 3.
Sweet dreams.
Catch up on the morning news on the Smart TV in bedroom 3.
Bedroom 4 has twin beds, ideal for either children or adults.
This is the stylish en suite shower-room to bedroom 4.
Bedroom four is a delight.
Bedroom 5 has a king-size bed and a view from the Velux window towards the estuary.
A gorgeous spot to sit and dream in bedroom 5.
And relax.....
The swish family bathroom has a bath and separate shower cubicle.
Relax in this fabulous tub.
His and hers sinks. No need for a fall out at teeth brushing time!
There are stunning views at every turn.
The well-appointed annexe has stunning views and offers the perfect escape.
Welcome to the annexe. A fabulous abode for six lucky guests. Kick off your shoes and make yourself at home.
The glorious open plan living area. Such a colourful and vibrant enviroment.
Plenty of space for chef to serve up a feast.
Peeking back into the sitting-area.
And relax!
Dining together in this charming space is such a treat.
The well equipped kitchen is such a pleasant place to whip up any meal.
Snuggling up in front of the wood-burner, enjoying such fabulous waterside views is simply glorious.
The living room leads into the hallway where the three beautiful bedrooms and bathrooms can be found.
Bedroom 6 is so inviting and is home to a standard double bed.
Bedroom 6 offers such a charming enviroment.
Bedroom 6.
The family bathroom is home to a glorious copper roll top bath and glorious shower cubicle.
No expense has been spared when it comes to the final finish of this fabulous bathroom.
Now this is what I call a bath tub with a view!
For those who prefer a shower, this one is perfect.
The family bathroom.
Bedroom 7 is home to this glorious king-size bed.
Another fabulously inviting bedroom. Perfect for that good night's slumber.
Glorious designs can be enjoyed throughout this fabulous retreat.
Bedroom 8 is home to this very inviting double bed, which is also complimented by an en suite shower-room.
All bedrooms have stunning waterside views, even on a gloomy winters day.
The stunning décor will not fail to impress.
Even the mirror has a inspirational touch.
The stunning en suite shower-room for bedroom 8.
Simply wow!
Your wonderful holiday home awaits.
With blissful views and a waterside location, Meadowcliff is the ultimate holiday abode.
The play area is the perfect place to keep the children entertained.
Bounce away the hours on the trampoline.
Bubbling away in the hot tubs is the perfect end to any day.
You even have your own private access to the beach below. Please take care when accessing this area, and please ensure that children are not left unaccompanied to access this pathway.
Estuary beach is the perfect place to launch your paddle board and kayak and you can even walk to Shaldon from here at low tide.
The main gates lead you down your private driveway to the parking-area below. What a view to start your holiday off with!
This little piece of heaven awaits you at the bottom of the beach access.
What a location!
Shaldon is a gorgeous spot and was recently named by The Telegraph as one of the UK's few remaining unspoilt coastal villages.
The coastal town of Teignmouth is across the estuary.
Totnes is one of many pretty Devonshire towns just a short drive away.
Stunning Dartmoor has miles of trails and pathways, ideal for walkers and cyclists.
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The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
With lovely views over the estuary, this pub/restaurant offers a traditional menu and lots of healthy choices for both lunch and dinner. Guests can either dine inside and enjoy the interior rustic charm or al fresco in the courtyard or garden.
August 2023
Coombe Cellars
This pub is in a fantastic location and serves excellent food. Can be a bit busy at times, especially Saturday nights, but couldn’t fault the quality and views. A little highly priced but you do get what you pay for and the river view has to be seen to be fully appreciated. Dogs made very welcome in bar and outside, not allowed in restaurant area which is understandable.
June 2022
very good
good
August 2021
Cancelled!
We had booked well ahead for the second evening of our stay but unfortunately got a call the day before to say they had had to close for a week.
September 2020
Miss ward
Fantastic food , great views of sunset ,
Waitress not great ,
Masks worn
Would definitely recommend
July 2020
Lovely riverside pub
Right on the river Teign, with plenty of outside dining tables, this is a great location for lunch or dinner. Everything has to be pre-booked online under the new regulations and tables are well spaced apart. Service was very good as was the standard of the food and drink.
Nearby beach
Hugged by red cliffs thick with vegetation, Shaldon Beach sits at the mouth of the River Teign in Devon. Comprising of eye-catching red sand and a gently sloping shore, the beach is a popular spot in summer, providing a real haven for beach-lovers of all ages. Sit back and take in the views or try your hand at a favourite activity, this picture-postcard beach caters for everyone. For ease, facilities are located nearby and although there are no lifeguards, the beach is often used for watersports, including swimming, sailing and rowing.
June 2019
Dog walking
Most of Shaldon beach has a summer time ban on dog walking.
September 2016
Ness beach
Excellent beach. Not for the unfit as quite a lot of steps involved in getting down/up.
Great for our dog and quiet in September. Cafe by the car park (cheapish parking charges)
Nearby walk
Visit this beauty spot to see the cirl bunting, a rare little bird whose population is limited almost entirely to south Devon. Labrador Bay is well-known for its stunning views. Find it on the South West Coast Path between Shaldon and Maidencombe.
October 2022
Lovely Views
The walk from Shaldon to Labrador Bay on the coast path is lovely, with fabulous views over the sea, estuary and Teignmouth.
Be aware that the path up to the Ness and past the golf course leading to the Bay is very challenging!
November 2019
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Superb reserve, easy parking, lots of paths, good views and lots of birds! I don't recommend walking the lanes to get there.
Nearby town
Shaldon is an unspoilt village situated on the mouth of the river Teign between Torquay and Teignmouth. It has a thriving livelyhood based on the estuary. On a clear day, Portland Bill can even be seen despite being 50 miles away. A pretty village with two churches, a boutique, butcher, coffee shop and many conserved areas for all to enjoy.
June 2019
Shaldon
The London, The Ferry Boat and the Clifford all good pubs. The London Inn and The Clipper are the places to eat.
September 2016
Shaldon village
Lovely walk with our dog along the estuary into Shaldon village with a few shops/cafes. London Inn pub by the bowling green friendly pub with excellent beer and food (Best to book for Sunday lunch). If you don't like the Hi De Hi type holiday with amusements and cheap trinket shops then this is a place to visit
January 2014
Very English Shaldon
A little hidden gem this village right on the seafront facing Teignmouth on the estuary, nice stylish shops and narrow streets with a bowling green and several nice pubs with good food.
October 2013
Lovely pretty village, with a host of beautiful places to eat and drink. We tried the live music at the Ferryboat Inn, and had a lovely early evening looking out over the harbour from their beer garden. The shops were good quality, though during the off-season (October) I presume they have shorter opening hours (10-4 average) and some appeared closed. Everyone we met was very friendly, and the atmosphere was relaxed and refined.
January 2012
Fabulous estuary village
Complete with its full range of shops, restaurants/pubs and beachesSo much to see- the village has a great website.
March 2009
Shaldon village life
Shaldon village hosts a variety of activities throughout the summer. There is a market on the village green in traditional costume every week and the well know water carnival where sand castle competitions and decorated boats abound. The highlight of the year has to be Shaldon Regatta, which takes place around the late summer bank holiday in August where everyone is welcome to enter and regatta boats are available if you don't have your own. Also five-a-side football, beach volleyball, swimming competitions and sandcastle competitions abound. Highly recommended.
Also nearby
Agatha Christie's holiday home nestles on a crook of the River Dart in a beautiful woodland garden that is home to such horticultural treasures as Monterey pines, eucalyptus, China roses, myrtle and Turkey oaks. For a magical experience that's also kind to the environment, travel there by boat. 'Green ways' ferries leave from Dartmouth, Brixham and Torquay. Following a major restoration project, The National Trust has re-opened the house to the public, where quirky collections of memorabillia offer a glimpse into the private life of the well-loved crime writer. For house opening times and an events list, please visit the Web site.
October 2022
Better than Eden project
Really wonderful visit to greenway ,( the day before we had been to Eden project that was so disappointing compared to Greenway) interesting visit round house, and the gardens are wonderful the trees and plants labelled so helpful, my sister and I went on the ferry from Dittisham only a little ferry but great fun and only five minutes across estuary recommend as you can only park at Greenway for Three hours and it is all so fascinating there we spent longer than three hours. Well done to all at Greenway.
September 2021
Well worth a visit
Best place we visited
July 2021
Greenway
Former house of Agatha Christie
August 2020
Beautiful!
Amazing grounds and lovely views of the Dart.
October 2019
Lovely day out
This house is in the most beautiful spot, you could really imagine living there. The gardens are gorgeous and the walk beside the river is great for body and soul - look out for the resident seal!
August 2019
Well worth a visit
The setting exquisite. Such lovely views. A walk to the boathouse a must. Trails for the children excellent.
July 2014
The journey to the house by way of the National Trust ferry was enjoyable as was the walk back to Dartmouth along the Dart Valley Trail and ferry (higher or lower will do, the former is cheaper). Unfortunately the house itself was a little disappointing with an over cluttered interior that did not really tell any particular story. There were bits and pieces of interest but overall it seemed as though everything from different times and sources was put in that could be which detracted. The entry to the house is timed but we still felt that it was over-crowded and NT should consider making the house visits guided only. The walled gardens were good with a beautifully restored peach house providing a highlight.
June 2013
Well worth a visit to this house, an effort to get there as you can't go by car unless you pre-book. It was a nice ride there in the boat but you would need good weather. Lovely spring flowers in the grounds. Cafe/restaurant disappointing as there were no main meal available.
May 2012
Enjoyed by All
A lovely house in beautiful surroundings on the banks of the River Dart. Good to see the interiors haven't been messed around with and still look as if Agatha and her family have just popped out for a minute. I can see why she loved it so much and the gardens are a delight. Thoroughly enjoyed by all - including a 22 year old male! Well worth a visit but, if arriving by car, don't forget to pre-book a parking space.
November 2011
A lovely boat ride from Dartmouth, but overall the house was disappointing. A hotch potch interior and hard to believe it was inhabited up until 2004. All furniture pre-dates the turn of the last century. The children did enjoy completing their quiz sheets 'can you find' and I can really recommend the pasties in the coffee takeaway shop (not the main cafe).
March 2010
An inspirational place!
This beautiful house set in wonderful surrounding is well worth a visit. It is easy to see why Agatha Christie loved this place and penned a number of her novels here. The surrounding woodlands with views of the River Dart are superb. You can take a ferry from Dartmouth to get to Greenway but we chose to take the foot ferry from Dittisham (another charming little place). I would highly recommend a visit to this lovely area.
March 2009
Visiting Greenway is a lovely way to spend the day, they also have occasional events so it is worth having a look before you go to see if any take your fancy. If you like gardens, I would recommend visiting Greenway as I thoroughly enjoyed it.
November 2008
'The Loveliest Place in the World'
Agatha Christie was right to call this the 'loveliest place in the world'. Arriving by ferry is really the best way to see it. A stroll in the pretty woodland gardens followed by some delicious homemade food in the Barn Cafe, rounded off with the return trip on the ferry makes for a thoroughly enjoyable day out.
This secluded beach can only be reached through an old smugglers tunnel down a sloping path and steps. It's sheltered due to the surrounding cliffs and mainly comprises of shingle. Great for swimming and fishing, there is no lifegaurd cover. Dogs are welcome year round and there is ample parking close by.
April 2019
Ness Cove
Good to explore and come out on lovely red, sandy beach.
November 2015
Steps!
Lots of steps to get to the beach - do not attempt with a pushchair! Nice beach once you get there.
November 2011
As the owner of a dog that has selective deafness when off the lead , Ness Cove was the perfect beach. Dogs are allowed all year round and as it can only be reached through an old Smugglers Tunnel, you can let your dogs off the lead in the confident knowledge that they will not wander off chasing after some errant squirrel or rabbit! Parking is free between November and March and you can get a great meal or snack at the Ness Hotel!
March 2009
Smugglers
Ness beach is accessed through a smugglers tunnel, which winds through the red sandstone cliff; thoughts of ages past when smugglers trod these paths are very real. The beach itself is a surprise when you get there, wide and sweeping, with tall cliffs behind, there is no other access to the beach except at very low tides when you can get around the headland on the rocks. Perfect for dog walking, listening to the thunder of the surf, or watching the sun come up. Good sandy beach for children, but bathing can be dangerous for children at high tide.
One of England's oldest working ferries, the Teign Ferry provides a regular service between Teignmouth and Shaldon across a picturesque harbour estuary. The first recorded service across the Teign dates all the way back to the 10th Century.
June 2019
Pay the ferryman (except for dogs)
Single adult fare of£1.60 is great value as the car parking is not cheap and you can have a couple of ales.
March 2009
The friendly seal
The Teign passenger ferry ploughs its way from Shaldon beach to Teignmouth and back just about every day of the year. It is great fun for the children and if you are lucky you might spy the friendly grey seal that pops its head up in the estuary from time to time. Look out for cormorants diving for fish and if the water ripples - then a whole shoal of mackerel or other small fish are under the surface.
February 2009
There is a friendly local seal who often pops his head up to say hello to people using the ferry.
On the outskirts of Shaldon village, overlooking the Teign Estuary, award-winning beers from around the world are on offer in this Georgian hotel. Dogs are allowed in the bar and outdoor areas.
August 2023
The Ness
Looks lovely, but we didn’t go
April 2019
The Ness
Lovely views when sitting in garden enjoying a drink
April 2013
Child friendly with excellent service and spotless interior - lovely views too!
Take the small passenger ferry across the estuary from Teignmouth, sit in the beer garden and take in the lovely views over the water. The beach is a stones throw away and it gets really busy in summer. Winter time is quieter and you'll find it easier to get a table.
July 2024
The most welcoming pub
Great pub, great location
June 2019
The locals pub
A great place to enjoy a pint, happy hour from 1600 draws in the locals.
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