Pilchard Cottage

4.9★

2 Guests
1 Bedroom
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Pub/shop < 1 mile
Seaside
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

40 Customer Review(s)

Lorraine
September 2024

“Lovely, cosy cottage.”

Just right for 2 people. In the heart of Brixham not far from anything. Didn't visit the Manor pub, but seemed a very friendly bunch when we first arrived. Really appreciated the welcome of a cream tea with a bottle of Prosecco on arrival. Would definitely come back to this cottage.

Just right for 2 people. In the heart of Brixham not far from anything. Didn't visit the Manor pub, but seemed a very friendly bunch when we first arrived. Really appreciated the welcome of a cream tea with a bottle of Prosecco on arrival. Would definitely come back to this cottage.

- Lorraine, September 2024
Les September 2024

“Fantastic little cottage, just right for the two of us for our holiday.”

Great location. The welcoming touches of the scones , jam, clotted cream and the bottle of bubbly was a lovely touch from Alison. Couldn't fault the cottage at all, it was so nice inside and made for a wonderful stay.

- Les, September 2024
Lisa August 2024

“What a beautiful little cottage perfect for two and cleaned to a high standard We particularly appreciated the craftsmanship that had gone into the cottage,with the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in away from home .”

A very welcome pint of milk on arrival and gorgeous scones what more could you want after a long journey well done

- Lisa, August 2024

Thank you so much for your lovely review , we’re pleased you enjoyed your stay and look forward to maybe welcoming you back one day Property Owner
Kath July 2024

“We loved our stay at Pilchard Cottage - everything was exactly as described :)”

- Kath, July 2024
Shaun June 2024

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location.”

We were left fresh scones a bottle of prosseco and also a pint of milk. Very clean with everything we needed and a comfy bed. Good shower and excellent towels! Thank you for letting us stay!

- Shaun, June 2024

Many thanks for your great review, so pleased you enjoyed the cottage, hope to see you again soon Property Owner
Joanna May 2024

“A really lovely little cottage - very clean and in a great location.”

Perfect for a few days in Brixham. I visited on my own to have a few days peace and quiet. The owners provided a bottle of Prosecco and scones as a treat on arrival, which was really thoughtful. There was a fresh pint of milk in the fridge and tea, coffee and sugar on hand too. The bed is super comfy - I slept amazingly! Fire extinguishers, bin/ recycling box, extra blankets, a torch and a hairdryer were provided too. The cottage is just across the way from the Manor Pub which a lovely spot for a drink and also the oldest pub in Brixham. A little further up the road is All Saints church - the bells play out the tune to ‘abide with me’ at 8 o’clock every day which was lovely.

- Joanna, May 2024

Thank you Jo, so pleased you enjoyed your stay, thanks for a great review. We look forward to welcoming you again. Best wishes Ali & Ron. Property Owner
John May 2024

“It is obvious that a lot of time, thought, effort and money has been invested in this cottage.”

The 'Welcome pack' was just what was needed after a 200 mile journey. Just a 2 minute walk to the harbour.and all of Brixham is there.

- John, May 2024
Jayne December 2023

“Excellent, clean and comfortable.”

Great location. Cosy and warm which was wonderful for a December break.

- Jayne, December 2023
Antony October 2023

“Pilchard cottage is a stunning fishermans cottage located in beautiful Brixham.”

Set just up from the harbour it was a perfect place for a few days away. We will be back in the near future.

- Antony, October 2023
Martin October 2023

“The cottage is beautiful, very well finished and really cosy.”

It is just a very short walk from the harbour and the local restaurants - there's even a pub just along the row making it an excellent location to base in Brixham. Few things to be mindful of: there isn't parking at the cottage (I parked at the long stay behind the fish market which was fine), the area is hilly so be prepared for that and there was some commotion from some neighbours for a few nights but hope that's not regular. The owner was helpful and responsive, and had even left us cream tea to enjoy on arrival along with some bubbles

- Martin, October 2023
Deborah September 2023

“Lovely little cottage nicely situated could park the car up and travel on the buses, everything you need for a nice relaxing holiday.”

- Deborah, September 2023

Many thanks for your feedback, glad you enjoyed it . We look forward to welcoming you again one day Kind regards Alison and Ron Property Owner
Andrew September 2023

“Fabulous cottage, great location.”

- Andrew, September 2023
Hannah August 2023

“We had a lovely stay.”

The cottage was nicely presented, clean and well provided with necessities. The only downside was that the bedroom blinds aren’t blackout blinds and let in quite a bit of light from the street. The location was good as it was a short walk from the town centre and sea front. Brixham is a really nice place to stay. There are some lovely local businesses very close by- we particularly enjoyed the cheese shop and the Flour Flower cafe which are just around the corner and the very close by Manor pub has a great selection of spirits. On street parking, as described, is a little tricky but that is expected in Devon and Cornwall and we still managed to find space to park on the street near the Battery Gardens that wasn’t too far away. We enjoyed our holiday and would happily recommend this property.

- Hannah, August 2023
Yvonne July 2023

“Fabulous cottage, well kept decorated & equipped making the most of the compact space.”

Lovely welcome pack off the boats and great response to any queries.

- Yvonne, July 2023

Thank you Yvonne, so pleased you enjoyed your stay, look forward to welcoming you again Ali @ Ron. Property Owner
Julia June 2023

“Clean and tidy and well presented.”

Ideal location and close to all amenities.

- Julia, June 2023

Thank you for your great review Ralph, look forward to hosting you again soon . Kind regards Alison & Ron. Property Owner
Kay April 2023

“This is the second time we have stayed at Pilchard cottage.”

The owners are welcoming and helpful and the cottage is very conveniently situated. It is beautifully kept and well furnished. We would go again

- Kay, April 2023

Thank you Kay for your review, it’s very much appreciated, so glad you had a lovely time. Will look forward to hosting you again. Best wishes Alison and Ron. Property Owner
Millar March 2023

“We stayed here two years ago and always said we would return, so we did.”

Had a lovely time - small but perfectly formed

- Millar, March 2023
Lesley November 2022

“Pilchard Cottage in Brixham is a beautifully presented and well-renovated holiday home, spotlessy clean and with everything provided.”

it is also easy to get in touch with the owners if there is a problem. The only downside, in our opinion (which is completely unavoidable due to its position) is the lack of parking, although we could back up close by to unload our bits and pieces, and nowhere to sit outside. Drivers need to be aware the access is narrow, steep and with very tight corners to manoeuver, but then, that's part of the fun, isn't it.

- Lesley, November 2022
Susan October 2022

“What a little gem pilchard cottage is.”

So small yet so perfect ! It has everything we needed as a couple away for a relaxing few days. The cottage has been really well designed to fit everything in that we needed to make our stay so lovely! The bed was really comfy and the shower was a fabulous size for the size of the cottage and very powerful ! We purchased a four day parking permit for the breakwater carpark which was ideal for my hubby to go early morning fishing on the breakwater having his fishing gear in the car ready for him! So many lovely places to eat and drink , we love the old market house and liberty’s especially. All in all another lovely stay in our favourite place, Brixham!!

- Susan, October 2022

Thank you for your lovely review, so glad you enjoyed your stay in our cottage, looking forward to having you visit again.. Ali & Ron. Property Owner
Andrew September 2022

“The property is perfect for a couples getaway, close to many bars, restaurants and shopping area.”

- Andrew, September 2022
Colin September 2022

“Great little cottage near Main Street in Brixham.”

Very comfortable and convenient. Had a great stay.

- Colin, September 2022
Sean July 2022

“Pilchard cottage was perfect for our holiday.”

It’s very well presented, with a superb location! Highly recommend to anyone!

- Sean, July 2022
David June 2022

“Well presented, tastefully decorated.”

Ideally situated for local restaurants and bars. Bed very comfortable. Lovely personal touch with the Prosecco and cream and jam scones. Visited various National Trust properties and enjoyed the Totnes to Dartmouth river cruise. Lost my earring whilst there, Alison found it and kindly forwarded it on to me. One negative is the parking, which we were aware of before arriving due to previous reviews. We purchased an 8 day Torbay parking pass which we used in Torquay, Paignton, Babbacombe and also several car parks in Brixham. Would gladly stay again.

- David, June 2022
Elizabeth June 2022

“I spent a wonderful week (3/6/22 to 10/6/22) in this enchanting cottage, located in the heart of Brixham.”

The cottage was fully equipped with everything a visitor could need, there was outstanding attention to detail for visitors comfort and peace of mind, including an exceptionally comfortable bed! I cannot recommend a stay in Pilchard Cottage highly enough, A fabulous holiday, thankyou.

- Elizabeth, June 2022

Thank you very much for you great review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Alison & Ron. Property Owner
John May 2022

“This is a lovely cottage near the harbour in Brixham.”

Small but sufficiently close to all amenities. This is a perfect place to unwind and have a relaxing break in a traditional fishing harbour. We have no reservations about recommending Pilchard Cottage .There is not any parking at the cottage but there are ample car parks near by and on road parking around. This was air first time Using ” coast and country cottages” and will definitely use them again. John & Geraldine.

- John, May 2022

Thank you very much for you great review, we are so pleased you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back again soon. Alison & Ron. Property Owner
Ian February 2022

“Lovely cottage, nice features, perfectly located, the only drawback for us was the lack of access for the car”

- Ian, February 2022
Michael December 2021

“We loved our 3 night stay over New Years.”

We were really impressed with Brixham and the surrounding seaside walks. The cottage was ideal for us, very cleverly designed to maximise space available, beautifully refurbished and decorated. We had everything we needed to self cater, and really appreciated the Prosecco and delicious mince pies. I didn’t realise they went so well with clotted cream! When we did have one minor issue, Alison responded immediately and it was resolved very quickly with no inconvenience to us. We were able to park on a street about 5 minutes walk away, but never went back to the car until our departure. Finally it was magical to stand outside the church and listen to Abide With Me played out by the bells at 8pm nightly.

- Michael, December 2021
Michael December 2021

“It would be hard to find a better place to stay in Brixham.”

A very well equipped and lovely place to enjoy your holiday.

- Michael, December 2021
Susan November 2021

“This was our third visit, so much love and attention to detail has been put into ...”

This was our third visit, so much love and attention to detail has been put into this cottage it’s an absolute pleasure to stay here

- Susan, November 2021
Ian October 2021

“Lovely little property in an ideal location for Brixham's amenities.”

Super clean and well looked after.

- Ian, October 2021
Carol October 2021

“The cottage was really lovely and well positioned for our stay.”

With a warm welcome of a cream tea and prosecco. We did however find the street so narrow and was extremely stressful unloading and loading our luggage as there was no parking with the property or unloading bay. We purchased a weekly parking ticket and left our car at Freshwater car park by the harbour. Roughly a 10 minute walk from the cottage. Best wishes Carol and Peter

- Carol, October 2021
Susan July 2021

“It was our second stay here and we just as impressed as the first time so we have booked a third.”

Please be aware there is no parking at this property, you can reverse up the road to unload but will then after fined a long stay car park

- Susan, July 2021
David July 2021

“Ideal location but need to know that parking is not ideal as you have to find parking in an estate which is a generous walk of about 15 to 20 minutes from the cottage!”

This walk takes in a lot of steps and inclines so not ideal for anyone who suffers when walking. Cottage was very small and cosy.

- David, July 2021
Kathleen June 2021

“Pilchard cottage was a beautiful clean modern cottage decor was really lovely however it was so small.”

There was no cupboards to put any food only a fridge. We had two suitcases and had to put one back in the car. The access to the cottage was very narrow having to reverse down a back lane where customers of the pub were sitting on the pavement with their feet on the road. Subsequently on our departure we had to make quite a few journeys of 12 minutes back to our car with our belongings as we didn’t want to reverse down street again. The owners very kindly left Prosecco and a cream tea which was very kind.

- Kathleen, June 2021
Jun 2021

“Thank you so much for your super cute stay, in your lovely cottage, it is set in a central place, for Brixham town centre, lovely restaurants, shops etc.”

The beautiful detail you've put in to this cottage is amazing, and a credit to both of you. We will return soon all being well.

- , Jun 2021
Colin May 2021

“The cottage was very clean and modern with good facilities.”

The bed was comfortable so we always had a good night's sleep. The cottage was close to the harbour and other local amenities but was still in a quiet location. Well worth the long journey and a good location for exploring Devon

- Colin, May 2021
C May 2021

“A very warm welcome with bubbles and clotted cream scones,a lovely touch.”

Central to Brixham town,a short walk to shops and restaurants,with a local pub,just up the hill. Pilchard cottage is small,cosy and comfortable, relaxing,it didn't disappoint,a true credit to Alison and Ron the owners,Alison will help With any inquiries very helpful. We will return soon.

- C, May 2021
Marian May 2021

“Cottage was just wonderful!”

The owners left not only a nice welcome pack, including cream scones but also all those useful little bits you may need. The bed was so comfortable, using a locally made wool mattress. Location could not of been better just a few steps away from the centre. Simply lovely quiet pretty cottage we look forward to returning.

- Marian, May 2021
Susan April 2021

“Lovely little cottage nestling in the historic back lanes of Brixham close to harbour.”

This cottage as been equipped with your needs and lovingly fitted out. Well soon be returning

- Susan, April 2021
Millar April 2021

“We had never been to Brixham before.”

Pilchard Cottage has a great location in Brixham, just a short flight of steps down to the harbour. It is quite small, but a perfectly formed cottage for 2. We packed a lot into our week - three National Trusts, a steam rail trip, boat trips and lots of walking. We had two outdoor (lockdown) meals by the harbour, both excellent. Good supermarkets within a 5 minute walk, a great artisan baker and a fishmonger trading out of the back door of the fish market. Car parking is a 5 minute walk (we bought a weekly ticket which covered us in other car parks too). All in all a great week.

- Millar, April 2021

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Summary

One double bedroom
Shower room with shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with electric fire
Gas central heating with electric fire
Electric oven, two-ring electric hob, microwave, fridge, TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 0.1 mile

The property

Lying in the quaint fishing town of Brixham along one of the many winding streets sits Pilchard Cottage, boasting one bedroom for a couple's romantic retreat.

After undergoing a fantastic renovation, this old fisherman's cottage offers a rustic bolthole for two right in the centre of this gorgeous coastal town.

Enjoy quality time with your partner in the open-plan living space spending your evening watching a favourite film or planning the next day's activities while the electric fire adds a homely ambiance.

Perch at the breakfast bar for an intimate meal for two, with the contemporary style of the kitchen contrasting well with the traditional painted stone and original timber beams.

Prepare your favourite meals in the kitchen which is amply-equipped for its size boasting an electric oven, two-ring electric hob, microwave and fridge.

Head up to the first floor to find the lovely king-size bedroom where you can rest under the A-frame beams and skylights, with a shower room up here too, home to a walk-in shower.

Step out of the cottage's quaint stable door and onto the pretty streets of Brixham to begin your exploration of this bustling fishing town; start by heading to the iconic full size replica of The Golden Hind, Sir Frances Drake's ship, taking pride of place in the harbour for over fifty years.

Brixham's Breakwater Beach was awarded Blue Flag status and is one of the cleanest in the English Riviera and popular with scuba divers, while nearby Fishcombe and Churston Cove is a hidden gem accessed via a long, steep path offering a tranquil setting.

Stroll along Brixham's Breakwater for great views of the town before heading to one of the many excellent restaurants serving arguably the freshest seafood in the country!

Take a trip out to sea for a memorable excursion to soak up Devon's beautiful coastal scenery whether on a sea kayak trip or a boat cruise.

Take walks along the South West Coast Path and find hidden coves and secluded bays, with the path taking you south down to Kingswear, past the National Trust's Coleton Fishacre House, with ferries available to hop over to Dartmouth.

Lots more attractions lie within easy reach including Berry Head National Nature Reserve, Paignton Zoo and Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves.

Enjoy a scenic stay in Brixham with your loved one at Pilchard Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BRIXHAM

Dartmouth 5 miles; Paignton 6 miles; Torquay 8 miles.

Brixham is a working fishing harbour located on the southern side of Torbay, the area known as The English Riviera, famed for its sunny mild climate all year round. The focal point of the harbour is a life size replica of The Golden Hind, Sir Francis Drake’s ship. The prettiest part of Brixham has small cottages in hilly narrow winding lanes leading to the harbour where all the activity is centred. Home to Britain’s largest fishing fleet which regularly lands their catch in the harbour, Brixham fish market sells to major restaurants in the UK. Brixham is the ideal destination for a traditional holiday with many family attractions around Torbay including two Blue Flag beaches, Paignton Zoo and many regattas and maritime events throughout the year. There are a host of safe cycle trails in the area, the South West Coastal Path and some of the best golf courses in the region. A good mix of relaxation or action, to suit all ages, where you are never far from the sea.

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“Lovely, cosy cottage.”

“Fantastic little cottage, just right for the two of us for our holiday.”

“What a beautiful little cottage perfect for two and cleaned to a high standard We particularly appreciated the craftsmanship that had gone into the cottage,with the most comfortable bed I’ve ever slept in away from home .”

“We loved our stay at Pilchard Cottage - everything was exactly as described :)”

“Beautiful cottage in an excellent location.”

“A really lovely little cottage - very clean and in a great location.”

“It is obvious that a lot of time, thought, effort and money has been invested in this cottage.”

“Excellent, clean and comfortable.”