Discover the delights of Dawlish Sands, a serene holiday retreat nestled in South Devon. Here, you're promised a stay that combines relaxation with the excitement of coastal adventures.
Choose from a variety of lodgings designed to cater to your every need, with options that sleep up to 6 people. Whether you're seeking a family getaway or a romantic escape, each accommodation offers a cosy and comfortable base for your explorations.
For an extra touch of luxury, select accommodations come equipped with a hot tub, ensuring your evenings are soaked in relaxation under the starry Devon skies. It's the perfect way to unwind after a day of seaside fun or exploring the local attractions.
With a heated indoor pool and a refurbished clubhouse, you'll find plenty to do without ever leaving the park. But if you do venture out, you'll be rewarded with a Blue Flag beach just a short stroll away. For more on holiday villages and lodges, Dawlish Sands is a gem waiting to be discovered.
Choose Gold Plus for affordable luxury. All holiday homes are modern and spacious with double glazing, central heating throughout and feature top quality furnishings. This accommodation has 1 double bedroom and 1 twin bedroom with a pull out sofa bed in the lounge.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Choose Gold Plus for affordable luxury. All holiday homes are modern and spacious with double glazing, central heating throughout and feature top quality furnishings.This accommodation has 1 double bedroom and 2 twin bedrooms with a pull out sofa bed in the lounge.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Contemporary modern and spacious with touches of luxury throughout, this lodge really is something special. This accommodation has one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms with a pull out sofa bed in the lounge.Images are representative and may not be the specific accommodation assigned on booking.
Guests have expressed high praise for the park's proximity to the beautiful Blue Flag beach, the quality of on-site facilities such as the heated indoor pool, and the refurbished clubhouse that offers an array of dining options and entertainment.
To get to Dawlish Sands, if you're driving, take the M5 motorway and exit for Dawlish. For rail travellers, the nearest station is Dawlish Warren, which is just a short taxi ride away from the park.
During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
This holiday destination is a haven for families, offering a heated indoor pool and an adventure playground that will keep the children entertained. The nearby beach provides ample opportunity for sandcastle building and paddling in the sea, making it an ideal spot for a family-friendly vacation.
For a delightful dining experience, visit The Mount Pleasant Inn (01626 863404), just 0.3 miles away, or relish the flavours at Jack Sprat's (01626 863679), only 0.5 miles from your accommodation.
A short walk away you'll find Dawlish Warren's golden sands, local shops, and welcoming pubs, offering a perfect blend of relaxation and convenience.
Certain accommodations within the park welcome pets, allowing you to enjoy your holiday alongside your furry friends.
The park boasts a variety of family-friendly activities including an indoor heated pool and an adventure playground, ensuring fun for all ages.
The park features a licensed clubhouse with a diverse menu, offering guests a convenient and enjoyable dining experience.
Guests can enjoy facilities such as a sun terrace, amusement arcade, mini market, and superfast Wi-Fi, enhancing their holiday experience.
Entertainment is available on most weekends, providing a lively atmosphere and fun for guests staying at the park.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Dawlish Sands, with real driving times.
Sat nav: EX15 2PE
Ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery at this family-friendly Devon park.
Diggerland is a theme park where children and adults can ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery. The Devon park is in Cullompton, and the whole line-up runs to around 20 rides and drives.
Tip: Check the ride height chart on the Diggerland website before you go, so you know which rides each child can enjoy.
Sat nav: TQ4 7EU
An 80-acre Devon zoo with tigers, gorillas and giraffes, plus play areas, gardens and indoor habitats.
Paignton Zoo covers 80 acres of animal enclosures and gardens, and most families spend a full day here. You can follow the four zones (Wetlands, Islands, Grasslands and Rainforests), catch the daily talks and feeding sessions, and wander through nature trails in Clennon Gorge wildlife reserve.
Tip: Book tickets online ahead of your visit to save money.
Sat nav: EX6 8JQ
A Courtenay family home on the Exe estuary, with Victorian additions, grand interiors and historic parkland.
Powderham Castle is a fortified manor house six miles south of Exeter, on flat ground beside the Exe estuary. The medieval core dates from after 1390, and the house was extended and altered in the 18th and 19th centuries. It has been home to the Courtenay family, Earls of Devon, for centuries.
Tip: The main public entrance gates are in the village of Kenton, so head there rather than to the castle's other side.
Sat nav: EX1 1EZ
A near-thousand-year-old Gothic cathedral with the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world.
Exeter Cathedral has stood at the heart of Devon for nearly a thousand years. Its Norman towers and Decorated Gothic interior are topped by the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world. Inside you can see the 15th-century Astronomical Clock and an early set of misericords, and guided floor tours and audio guides help bring the building to life.
Tip: Head for the Treasures Exhibition tour or a guided floor tour, both included in standard admission, though floor tours are subject to availability.
Sat nav: EX6 6PB
Lutyens designed England's last castle, a granite home above the Teign Gorge with gardens and walks.
Castle Drogo is a country house and mixed-revivalist castle near Drewsteignton, built between 1911 and 1930 and known as the last castle built in England. Edwin Lutyens designed it for Julius Drewe, the founder of the Home and Colonial Stores. It is built of granite and overlooks the Teign Gorge. The castle is Grade I listed and the gardens are Grade II* listed.
Tip: The car park has limited spaces, so if it is full, come back another time rather than parking along the drive, which blocks farm vehicles.
Sat nav: TQ9 7DQ
Devon's largest theme park mixes water rides, a zoo farm and big indoor play areas, whatever the weather.
Woodlands is a family-owned, all-weather theme park on the A3122, about 5 miles from Dartmouth in South Devon. It covers over 90 acres, with 16 rides, around 500 animals and several play zones, each with its own rides and attractions. There are water rides, a zoo farm and a falconry display with over 50 birds of prey.
Tip: Not every ride runs every day, so check the park's website for opening times and which rides are open before you set off.
Sat nav: EX9 7HG
A historic working watermill by the River Otter with an award-winning café, bakery, farm shop and gallery.
Otterton Mill is a working watermill beside the River Otter, near Budleigh Salterton. A mill has stood here since the Domesday Book, and the old workings are free to look round, with a self-guided tour and the water wheel kept turning. Flour is still milled using traditional methods.
Tip: Well-behaved dogs on leads can sit outside or downstairs in the café, but only assistance dogs are allowed in the farm shop, gallery and upstairs café.
Sat nav: TQ1 2JF
Walk through a labyrinth of Torquay caves where ancient humans once sheltered, with guided tours or self-guided entry.
Kents Cavern is a cave system in Torquay, with a long archaeological story. Visitors walk through a labyrinth of caverns surrounded by rocks around 400 million years old, with stalagmites and stalactites along the way. The caves were once used by ancient humans for shelter, fire-making, tool-making and hunting Ice Age animals, and the tour includes a moment of total darkness.
Tip: Book online to secure your preferred tour time, and arrive at least 15 minutes before it starts. Solo visitors should call ahead, as a tour needs at least two people.
Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
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30 reviews from guests who stayed at Dawlish Sands
Really enjoyed our stay here, the place was lovely and were definitely planning to return soon.
The owners here are genuinely lovely and so helpful, especially when the storm caused a power outage. The place is spotless, warm and well-equipped. Our dog loved the enclosed garden and we really enjoyed the hot tub too!
We had such a lovely stay at the cottage! The location was perfect-serene and quiet, with stunning views of the surrounding farml and. The owners were super friendly and made us feel really welcome, even checking in to see if we needed anything. Definitely a spot wed visit again for a relaxing break!
We loved this cosy little cottage! Its perfectly tucked away, giving us privacy but still close enough to grab what we needed from nearby shops. The hot tub was a real treat and the underfloor heating kept everything warm and comfy. Rob, Sharon and Bonnie made us feel so welcome-definitely returning soon for a longer stay!
We really enjoyed our stay here! The location is stunning and very private, perfect for a peaceful getaway. The owners are super friendly and always available if you need anything, but they respect your privacy. The hot tub was a lovely touch after a long day of cycling. Just a heads up, the cottage is under Stansted's flight path, so theres quite a bit of aircraft noise. It didnt bother us much once we got used to it, but if youre sensitive to noise, its worth knowing. Overall, a great place to unwind!
We really enjoyed our stay at this cosy spot. Sharon and Robert are so welcoming and have really thought of everything. It was our second visit and were already planning to come back again soon!
Great spot for a chill out
Really enjoyed our stay, quite relaxing indeed.
We stayed at this lovely place during a rainy December and it was perfect-so warm and cosy. The house is super well equipped and the bath plus the big shower were a real treat. Being on a flight path didnt bother us at all, honestly! Its a fab spot for dogs that dislike fireworks, tucked away in the middle of nowhere. Thanks for a great stay!
Really enjoyed our stay, lovely hosts, cosy cottage and the jacuzzi was a real bonus!
We had a lovely stay at Goddard's Mead. Rob & Sharon clearly put a lot of effort into transforming this historic building with care and their warm welcome made us feel right at home, along with Bonnie. The location is perfect for exploring Essex; we enjoyed wandering around Thaxted and nearby villages, soaking in the charming history and beautiful architecture. Definitely a place to relax and unwind, wed happily visit again!
We had a great stay at this lovely cottage nestled on a working farm but still really private. Robert and Sharon are such warm, welcoming hosts, making us feel right at home. The place itself is super spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and a comfy bed that we didnt want to leave. The gardens private and dog-proof, perfect for relaxing outside. Plenty of walking routes around and we enjoyed dining in Thaxted-The Star and The Maypole are definitely worth a visit. Highly recommended!
We stayed at this charming little cottage and honestly, it had everything we needed. The place is so well equipped, we didnt even realise how much was provided until we arrived with the car packed! The welcome pack was full of useful info, including local menus, which was really handy. Our dogs loved the enclosed garden and the hot tub was just fantastic after a long day. Sharon and Rob were quick to respond when we had questions. Thanks for a lovely break-well definitely be back!
We had an absolutely lovely weekend here - it really ticked all the boxes for us. The place was perfect and well definitely return. Our dogs had a blast, especially with the underfloor heating and the garden. Lunas tail was wagging so much she strained it, but shes fine now. Happy pups, happy us! Would recommend to anyone.
We had a lovely stay at this charming rural retreat. The courtyard was stunning and the hot tub really made it special. Perfect spot for peaceful country walks and unwinding.
We had such a lovely stay at Goddard Mead! The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were perfect. The owners were genuinely friendly and made us feel really welcome. Highly recommend!
We really enjoyed the cottage, perfect for a peaceful escape. The hot tub was a lovely touch, though be prepared for night-time planes from Stanstead nearby. Still, great stay!
We loved the cosy log burner and the hot tub was such a treat. The hosts were really friendly. Can't wait to come back soon!
Really enjoyed our stay here! Peaceful environment, friendly hosts and the hot tub was a real treat. Perfect spot for a relaxing getaway with pets.
Really appreciate the effort to find a good deal here.
We had a fantastic time at Dawlish Sands! The location is perfect, just a short walk to the beach and close to shops and sights. It's great for a relaxing break and were already planning to come back. Definitely a place wed recommend to others!
We had a lovely time at Dawlish Sands! The location is spot on - close to the beach, shops and plenty of things to do nearby. Its perfect for a chilled out break. Were already planning to come back again. Definitely a 5-star experience for us!
Very relaxing break, exactly what we needed!
We had a really nice stay at Dawlish Sands. The staff were super friendly and we appreciated the follow-up call to check we got home okay.
Really enjoyed the upgrade, made our day!
The caravan was spotless and had all we needed. Definitely good value for the money!
Absolutely loved it here
Weve always adored Dawlish too! Been visiting since we were kids and now taking our own family there. The caravan was spotlessly clean and perfect for our dog. Hoping our children will love it just as much when theyre older. Such a lovely spot.
Great stay, would definitely visit again sometime soon.
We stayed in the refurbished Gold Plus caravan and really enjoyed it. The interior was spacious and the decor was lovely. Central heating made a big difference, especially on chilly nights. From the moment we arrived, we felt comfortable and relaxed. Definitely recommend!
