Downsteps Beach House is a charming and lovingly restored 200 year old beachside fisherman's cottage nestling in a secluded cove in Torcross on the South Devon coast between Dartmouth and Salcombe.

This delightful property was featured in The Times as one of 2017's 50 best cottages in Britain. It has spectacular sea views over Start Bay.The proximity to the sea means you fall asleep and wake up to the sound of the waves and have the most beautiful ocean views from almost every window of the house - ideal accommodation for your self catering break in South Devon.

The cottage combines a rustic country feel with a modern twist. With its low beamed ceilings, stripped original floorboards, seagrass carpets and eclectic furniture, the cottage accommodation provides everything you need for a relaxing and comfortable holiday in the South Hams.

This holiday cottage at a glance

• Sleeps five guests.
• There are a number of steps all around the property, therefore unsuitable for guests with mobility difficulties.
• Three bedrooms.
• One bathroom with separate shower.
• Open fire in sitting room.
• One well behaved dog welcome (small additional charge).
• On-site parking for one car only in a communal parking area adjacent to the cottage.
• Please be aware, the access to this property is steep and narrow.
• WiFi.
• Minimum of a three night stay.

Additional features

• Spectacular sea views over Start Bay.
• The proximity of the sea means you can fall asleep and wake up to the sound of waves.
• Beautiful ocean views from almost every window.
• A cot, stairgate and highchair can be provided on request.
• Electric hob and oven, microwave, dishwasher, fridge, separate small freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
• Espresso machine ( coffee pods are supplied)
• Television
• iPod docking station.
• Telephone for incoming calls.
• Garden furniture and barbecue.

This charming and lovingly restored 200 year old beachside fisherman’s cottage nestles in a secluded cove in Torcross, on the South Devon coast between Dartmouth and Salcombe. The cottage itself combines a rustic feel with modern comforts.

Keen on fishing? there is fishing on site or nearby
Sea within 5 miles
The cottage has an open fire - perfect for that authentic country cottage feeel on a winters evening

Short Stays
This cottage can be booked for a short break


Family Breaks
This cottage sleeps more than 2 - perfect for families of all ages

Pets are welcomed at this cottage