The Shepherds Rest is perched perfectly by the waterside.
There's a beautiful king-size bed with fabulous views to wake up to in the morning.
The kitchen is fully equipped, offering a great space to whip up any meal.
The living and sleeping area is spacious and exceptionally inviting.
Step out of the first floor living and sleeping area onto your private sun-trap patio.
Many days and nights can be enjoyed soaking up the glorious sights and sounds which surround you.
Magnificent views can be enjoyed from every window in this beautiful retreat.
Relaxing and putting your feet up after a action packed day is such a treat on this sumptuous sofa.
The en suite shower-room is neatly tucked away at the end of the first floor.
What a glorious shower! Perfect for washing the day's sand and sun cream away.
A fabulous king-size bed to sink into of an evening.
Beautiful furnishings and touches can be enjoyed throughout this gorgeous abode.
Head downstairs to the kitchen and dining area.
Welcome to the ground floor kitchen and dining space.
Rustle up a romantic dinner for two with ease in this contemporary kitchen.
Even washing up will not be a chore with such incredible countryside views.
The kitchen and dining area is super spacious for two.
More magnificent views out over the grounds of Higher Dinnicombe estate.
A great spot for enjoying a quick bite to eat before heading out on the day's adventures.
Stepping out of the front door and you are welcomed by one of the finest landscapes.
How's this for a splendid view to step out into.
Welcome to The Shepherds Rest.
You even have a ground floor patio area. Perfect for following the sun throughout the day.
The Shepherds Rest first floor is above the double garage, therefore you are totally private and secluded.
The water area is splendid, however please be careful when taking a closer look.
Even the grounds of Higher Dinnicombe are thoughtfully and tastefully decorated, adding character and charm at every turn.
Another glorious area of the grounds which is freely available for you to enjoy.
Looking back across to The Shepherds Rest.
What a beautiful spot to enjoy a glass of something tasty or to capture that perfect holiday snap.
The picture perfect Shepherds Rest is nestled in the far corner of the Higher Dinnicombe estate.
Looking back across at the owners house and Higher Dinnicombe Cottage, which is also available for letting, offering another fabulous base for four lucky guests.
Enjoy watching the boats bob on the water at Dartmouth, a lovely spot for a waterside picnic.
The golden beach at Blackpool Sands.
Totnes is well worth a visit.
Greenway, the home of Agatha Christie, makes for a great day out.
The stunning south Devon coast.
The Shepherds Rest
56203.8 miles W of Dartmouth | Sleeps 2 (no children under 10)
7 Nights from £511
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
A family pub with West Country ales and fresh local homecooked produce. Game is their specialty and they are apparently renowned for their Sunday carvery. There's a large beer garden for summer months and a kids play area.
September 2019
Excellent evening meals
Carvery on Friday, Saturday and Sunday very good.
October 2016
Mr and Mrs Childs.
We stayed close by Monday to Friday . We had an evening meal and a couple of drinks here. Just wanted to say what a fantastic meal, with a lovely, warm open fire and atmosphere, friendly staff and local ales. Thank You.
Nearby beach
Just around the corner from Dartmouth, Blackpool Sands is known for its clear waters. Backed by heavily wooded cliffs, this crescent-shaped beach is one of the prettiest in the area and being privately managed means it is clean with good facilities.
February 2023
Sunny Valentine’s Day 2023
We walked to the beach on a gorgeous sunny February morning, we sat and enjoyed the surroundings and had a coffee from the kiosk. Bliss. But imagine very different in the height of summer.
August 2020
Not sand!
Shingley and crowded but well-managed. Nice cafe.
September 2012
A Great Beach
A beautiful privately managed beach with an excellent cafe. The beach is shingle with 2 sand pits for children (or adults) to make sand castles.
July 2008
A great cafe
A beautiful, well protected beach with a great cafe. Not a sand beach and forget the surf boards because it shelves steeply.
Nearby walk
Blackawton is a quaint village situated in the rolling hills of South Devon. There are lots of options for walks in the area, many with views over Start Bay and surrounding moorland. Take a look at the community website which has a map of footpaths in the area.
Nearby town
Situated between the costal towns of Totnes and Dartmouth, this lovely little village can be found down a maze of winding country lanes. It's worth a visit to see the historic church and enjoy the scenery from local footpaths.
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.
Historically, Dartmouth was of strategic importance as a port used in the crusades of 1147 and 1190. Dominated by Britannia Royal Naval College, it has two fortified castles protecting the mouth of the River Dart. There are many historical buildings, a cobbled market place, shops, galleries, gourmet restaurants and delicatessens. National Trust Gardens, the South West Coast Path and clean beaches are nearby.
March 2024
Lovely place
We visited several times via the Upper ferry both during the day and in the evening for dinner. Pretty town with some nice shops and galleries.
2 good restaurants Amalfi kitchen and Andria which was excellent.
Would be a problem with oarkibg I high season
August 2021
Dartmouth
We were staying in Brixham and decided to book tickets on the boat to Dartmouth .the boat crossing was fine , lasted about 80 mins. Dartmouth is a beautiful location with some great shops and eateries .well worth a visit!
We got the steam train back to Paignton which was a good experience and then the bus back to Brixham .Alternatively the drive to Dartmouth is short and you can get on the car ferry across the river
October 2020
Dartmouth boat trip.
We loved Dartmouth. Use the park and ride bus down into the town, much easier than trying to park.
The one hour boat trip was very informative and we saw Seals.
Take the car ferry across the river and enjoy the scenery on the route back.
August 2020
Lovely!
Travelled there by steam train and then went out on the steam paddle ship. Lovely town and great day out.
August 2020
Lovely!
Travelled there by steam train and then went out on the steam paddle ship. Lovely town and great day out.
August 2019
Brilliant
So much to do. Beautiful harbour. Good shopping, great eateries. Lots of boating/kayaking opportunities.
September 2012
Dartmouth
A bustling town with good shopping and art galleries and other galleries. If you want to park in Dartmouth town centre you will have to get there early or there is Park & Ride at the top of the town.
April 2012
Dartmouth
Stunning location and very picturesque
July 2008
A nice vibe
A bustling town with many good restaurants, some good shopping and a growing reputation for art galleries. Try tapas at Browns Hotel.
Bantham Beach is set within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has numerous awards tucked under its sandy belt. Overlooking Bigbury Bay and Burgh Island, you can take the famous sea tractor and head to the island or sit and enjoy the views from the shore. A great surfing beach, the huge swathes of sand and sea allow plenty of space for everyone. Well-provisioned and life guarded in the summer, Bantham is a fantastic family-friendly beach.
June 2024
Bantham Beach
We love this beautiful beach.The estuary runs into the sea here ,there’s a pretty boathouse and the views are stunning with vast expanses of sand and pretty sand dunes. Lovely views across to Burgh Island, you can only access the Island from the Bigbury side of the estuary though. Dogs are restricted on the main beach during the main season but if you walk over to the far right as you face the sea there is a huge area where they are allowed.
There is a charge for car parking, £7 when we visited in June, or you can purchase a weekly ticket for £30.00
Usually ,there are gastro vans in the warmer weather and Bantham Village stores(great views from their outside terrace area ) is not far away where you can get some provisions or eat in the cafe there. The Sloop Inn is nearby too.
You can walk directly from Bantham Beach along the SW coastal path to Milton Sands, about 2miles away or about another mile further to Hope Cove.
Bantham Beach had lifeguards patrolling when we visited in June.
March 2024
Misleading information
Bantham Beach is south of the estuary with no sea tractor access to Burgh Island which is from Bigbury Beach , north of the estuary.
When visiting Bantham we tried The Sloop Inn in the village for Sunday lunch but would not revisit.
October 2022
Beach walk
large car park and a short walk to a small ferry to Bigbury on sea, a great beach walk
June 2022
Perfect beach
Something for everyone here plus a good cafe.
August 2021
Great beach with views across to Burgh Island
Lovely privately-owned, wide, sandy beach. Beautiful views across to Burgh Island, walking access is possible at times, depending on the tide. Good facilities, lots of parking (there is a daily charge, so check before going). We enjoyed a great pizza from one of the gastro-buses in the car park. There are picnic benches in the gastro-bus area, and hot, and cold drinks, and other food available.
September 2008
Privately owned beach open to the public. A truly beautiful beach. Wide sands, surfing and wind-surfing, rock pools and a delightfully gentle introduction to the South West Coast Path with views over Burgh Island. No dogs allowed during the summer months. Charge made for car parking.
August 2008
Great family fun beach
Lovely beach with little coves to hide away in, rock pools and lovely clean sandcastle sand; wide enough for kite buggies, best surfing beach on the south coast along with Bigbury on Sea beach opposite. Burgh Island out to sea with its restored evocative 1930's hotel clinging to the edge was the inspiration for Enid Blyton's Kirrin Island as well as a number of Agatha Christie novels! Dogs allowed on the beach Oct- April and then along the far right hand side (west) during the remainder of the year. Beach balls and skimboards etc plus coffees and teas available from the post office cafe back in the village- great estuary view while sipping away on the deck out back. Lunch or supper in the Sloop pub- best to pre book in season
A village Inn offering genuine hospitality - and you can take the dog. There is disabled access to the bar and dining-area, a garden and views across the countryside to the sea.
October 2021
Fabulous pub with great food
We went in our last night and wish we had gone before! The food was outstanding. Highly recommend.
October 2021
Lovely food!
We had a delicious eveing meal here! Loved it! Very good service too. Need to book ahead to get a table as very popular.
September 2020
Great food - please support this place!
We came across this pub and booked one night dinner. Good views from the pub garden, and excellent food by the Aussie chef/owner. Given current situation, such places need supporting, we dont want to lose such facilities.
A fine example of Arts and Crafts style architecture, with lovely Art Deco interiors. The gardens cling to the valley sides and feature a rare collection of exotic plants. An events listing is available on their Website for both the house and gardens.
March 2024
Excellent property
A beautiful house in a lovely setting.
Very interesting contents and staff were really helpful and knowledgeable.
Stunning gardens with lovely views of the sea / coastline from various places.
Nice cafe and seating area.
Our favourite National trust property to date!
June 2023
Ms
A must see, absolutely stunning house, furniture and setting
August 2019
Good day out
Beautiful garden. Lovely lunch.
July 2014
We walked to this property from Dartmouth which was a lovely quiet stroll along empty Devon lanes rewarded by a fascinating house with interesting period pieces and historical commentary followed by beautiful gardens with plentiful spots to sit and enjoy all the different styles and views within. For those wanting a snack the tea-room provided a good choice of quality foods served in either courtyard or an airy cafe. The walk back to Dartmouth can be by the same route or take in the Daymark and WW2 relics and SW coastal path if you are feeling more energetic
November 2011
Walking Bliss - if you're up for it!
We park near this property and rather than visit the house, take to the coastal path. You have a choice of directions, towards Brixham or Kingswear. It's not for flip-flops, buggies, small children or the infirm; you need good stout boots and ankle support but the walk and views are breathtaking. I wouldn't recommend it in very slippery weather, unless you stop when you get to the cliff, but if, like me, you enjoy feeling the weather in your face to feel alive then this is great. Hard core steep in parts.
August 2011
Beautiful garden - don't miss it
Fantastic garden walk with sea view at the end.
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