Once Upon a Tide

Previous reviews of Once Upon a Tide have been so positive and having spent the last week of September’23 in this gorgeous holiday cottage, we can only, wholeheartedly, agree. What a fabulous location, too! We had Mum, with us, so it was important that we had easy access to almost everywhere - plus our 4 year old Lab. With the help of Mum’s wheelchair, it seemed that within minutes we were either out on the Breakwater taking in the lovely sea air, or, in what we called the “sun trap” pub, on their terrace enjoying some Light Bites, half way between the cottage and the sea. This was normally followed by cocktails adjacent to the replica Golden Hinde, with a slice of delicious Apple Cake. But what struck us most about this cottage was its cleanliness. A big shout out to Housekeeping for a job so well done. Most days we would see some seals, either in the sea or inside the harbour. And one evening whilst fishing off the Breakwater, 6 dolphins were helping themselves to fish from our line. What a beautiful sight! We did drag ourselves away from this pretty resort and once we had crossed the tiny Lower Ferry in Dartmouth, just a few miles away, we found Strete Gate Beach, with what seemed like miles of deserted sand & shingle beach; it was doggy paradise. Or maybe, just paradise. On arriving home, dear Mum, 92, reflected on her holiday at Once Upon a Tide. She said she had had the best holiday of her life - a Once Upon a Lifetime holiday, creating memories she would treasure. Thank you so much. Benz, Steve, Mum & Arthur. ...

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The best equipped kitchen of anywhere I've ever stayed - kitchen a brilliant space with the conservatory off it and a good TV it's a perfect place to chill out we barely touched the lounge. Comfy beds (back bedroom much comfier bed and quieter away from the road at the front). Great shower and spa bath. Lovely garden with different seating areas to catch the sun all day. BBQ provided which we didn't get to use this time. Your own driveway to park in and so close to town is a brilliant bonus and Brixham is a great place to stay with lots to suit all tastes. Highly recommend the view, food and watching the sunset from the Berry Head Hotel. Lovely phone call from the owner to check in too. Highly recommended...

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5* plus the property was excellent, we did not want to come away, spotlessly clean and very well appointed, can highly recommend.

A perfect pet and family friendly home-from-home, Once Upon a Tide is a clean and well equipped house with everything you need for your stay (the tumble dryer was a particular bonus during a slightly soggy week!). The location is great for exploring Brixham, with all of the attractions within a 10-15 minute walk and the off-road parking is a definite plus-point. Possibly the best holiday rental we have stayed in as a family. ...

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This was the best place I've ever stayed in and this is from someone who has stayed in a lot of places over the last few years and I am also very picky about it. You will not be disappointed here at all. Wonderful house. Wonderful location. What more could you want? Exceptional in my opinion. The host was lovely in the brief communication we had too so altogether just brilliant....

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