About Cowrie Cottage
A unique, cosy, cottage tucked away above the beautiful beaches of the Salcombe estuary in East Portlemouth.
Welcome to Cowrie Cottage in Salcombe, Devon. Nestled just over the estuary in East Portlemouth, with terrific views over the South-Devon countryside.
Cowrie Cottage offers the perfect haven for families seeking a memorable summer holiday experience. Our small, family-run holiday cottage is designed with families and children in mind, as well as coastal walking guests, ensuring a delightful and stress-free getaway for all.
Cowrie Cottage sleeps six people and our preferred changeover day is Friday.
Additional Cleaning Fee: £80.00
2025 PRICING:
Minimum stay of three nights
January:
£80.00 per night
February:
£100.00 per night
March:
£100.00 per night
April:
£120.00 per night
May:
£150.00 per night
June:
£150.00 per night
July:
£180.00 per night
August:
£180.00 per night
September:
£120.00 per night
October:
£100.00 per night
November:
£100.00 per night
December:
£100.00 per night
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Comfortable and Charming
As you step into Cowrie Cottage, you will be greeted by its warm and inviting atmosphere. The cottage exudes a cosy charm and is well-equipped for a family holiday. With tastefully furnished interiors and attention to detail, we aim to create an ambience that makes you feel right at home.
Family-Friendly Amenities
The cottage features a spacious living area where your family can spend quality time together, sharing stories and playing games in front of the log burner, and creating lasting holiday memories.
The well-equipped kitchen is perfect for preparing family meals, and the dining area provides ample space for everyone to gather and enjoy delicious home-cooked favourites.
Bedrooms Designed for Restful Nights
The cottage offers comfortable and thoughtfully furnished bedrooms to ensure you and your children can rest and rejuvenate after a day on the beach or exploring the beautiful surroundings.
There are two double bedrooms for the adults and a four-bed "dormitory" style room for the children.
If you are looking for additional accommodation, there is the opportunity to rent the next-door cottage. Please ask for details and more information on this.
Outdoor Spaces
There is a small garden down a short garden path, a perfect place for shady picnics, or a safe place for children to play and explore. The cottage terrace is great for alfresco dining, and sitting out in the sunshine at wine-o’clock. Wander up to the top of the steps, and you will find a seating area overlooking the stunning Salcombe Harbour and estuary, the perfect place for your morning coffee.
Explore Devon and Salcombe
Cowrie Cottage is located in East Portlemouth, located just over the estuary from the vibrant destination of Salcombe, Devon. There is a lovely farm shop and cafe located just up the road from Cowrie Cottage called Village Farm Cafe. Being located so closely to Salcombe, families have easy access to an array of exciting activities. With its sandy beaches, crystal-clear waters, and rugged coastal paths, Salcombe provides an idyllic backdrop for a quintessentially British summer holiday.
From boat trips along the stunning coastline, family picnics by the sea, nearby national trust properties, and exploring Salcombe town, your days will be filled with endless adventures.
Kind Words
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"Lovely well equipped cottage. Welcoming, high spec and very dog friendly. Wonderful south facing sun trap terrace. Wood burning stove with logs supplied. Good value. Great for in and out of season holidays. A 5 minute walk to beach/Salcombe ferry, 10 minutes walk to Mill Bay. Fine coastal walks. Quality dog friendly eating places including, Millbrook Inn South Pool, Gara Rock, Victoria Inn Salcombe (has 'a la Bark' menu)."
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"We’ve just returned from a two week stay at Cowrie Cottage. After many happy holidays around the South Hams, we feel we’ve found the accommodation and location which suits us best. The cottage is cosy, clean, well equipped and most importantly – is in a terrific location for coastal walks, fine views of the estuary and close proximity to Salcombe. The Owner’s recommendations in the ‘unique benefits’ section below are spot on – additionally the Britannia @ The Beach ‘Fish Shack’, Beesands and the Winking Prawn, North Sands, Salcombe should not be missed. The food at the Millbrook Inn, South Pool is awesome. We’ll be back!"
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"Lovely break in Cowrie Cottage. 5 mins down to Ferry and 10 mins to Mill Bay beach. A great 90 min loop down to East Portlemouth/Mill Bay and along SW Coastal path to Gara Rock and then easy route back downhill through the forest back to Mill Bay. 5 mins to ferry too to access Salcombe. Access is down steep hill so think about what you pack for the trip/beach. Enjoy your visit!"
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