Experience Guide
Here are a few suggestions of places to explore and enjoy during your stay at Driftwood
Favourite beaches
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Hope Cove – our closest beach, less than two miles away, traditional fishing village, fabulous sunsets
North Sands – beautiful backdrop, ideal place to relax and swim during low tide, dog friendly, a paddle boarding favourite, an easy 15 minute walk along Cliff Road from Salcombe
South Sands – sandy cove in low tide, facilities for canoeing, windsurfing and diving, no parking: the most fun way of getting there is taking the passenger ferry from Whitestrand Quay in Salcombe
South Milton Sands – sandy National Trust beach, wonderful for the children to splash around in the clear shallow waters at low tide, nearby Thurlestone beach can be a little quieter at peak times
Bigbury and Bantham – vast stretch of sandy beach with the iconic Burgh Island to walk to during low tides, surf tuition available
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Favourite walks
From Driftwood – Five of the nicest Devon beaches are all within less than an hour’s walk if you fancy leaving the car at home: Hope & Soar Mill Coves, North & South and South Milton Sands. We have hung a local map in the landing for you to photograph and plan your walks. Down the valley to North Sands and back up the valley from South Sands is a beautiful one. You can also always take bus 164 back to the cottage from Salcombe.
Gara Rock Circular – beautiful views from the other side of the Salcombe Estuary. Take the passsenger ferry over to Mill Bay from Whitestrand Quay in Salcombe.
Snapes Point Circular - for 360 degree views down the Salcombe Estuary. Park at the Snapes Point National Trust car park.
Starehole Bay Circular – magical landscape with rocky pinnacles to the south of the Salcombe Estuary. Park at the Overbecks National Trust car park or by the Airfield.
Bantham Pub Walk – far reaching views towards Hope Cove on one side and Bantham Sands on the other, and a cosy pub awaits The Sloop Inn
Park at South Milton Sands National Trust, the car park on the other side of the beach at the top of the hill.
Best places to eat
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Cove Café Bar, Hope Cove – check the specials board for good local food, fabulous selection of ales, great spot for sunset
The Oyster Shack, Bigbury – amazing seafood, fabulous for lazy lunches
The Journey’s End, Ringmore – quaint village pub, dog friendly
The Crab Shell, Kingsbridge – trendy pub with outdoor seating, great vibe and pizza
The Beach House, South Milton Beach – a seafood heaven with views across the beach
The Church House Inn, Churchstow – ask for a table at the bar as it’s old and quirky
The Braai Guy, Salcombe – delicious home cooked South African dishes, great for a tasty quick supper
Twenty Seven by Jamie Rodgers, Kingsbridge – our closest fine dining restaurant, look out for their offers especially for lunch
The Crab Shed, Salcombe – great seafood in an old crab processing shed
Maha Bharat Indian Restaurant and Take-Away, Kingsbridge – Devon’s best authentic Bengali and Indian Cuisine
The Old Inn, Malborough – practically opposite, home cooked food at affordable prices
Best places to visit
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Here are a few suggestions of places to visit during your stay in beautiful South Devon. Whatever the weather, there are indoor and outdoor attractions to explore.
Charming coastal towns
Salcombe
Dartmouth
Totnes
Beautiful Devon Estates
Greenbank National Trust
Darlington Hall Estate and Gardens
Days out with the family
Totnes, Castle and Totnes Rare Breeds Farm
Dartmouth, Castle and Greenbank via ferry
National Marine Aquarium and Plymouth
Pennywell Farm
Paignton Zoo
