Fingals Luxury Self Catering in South Devon

Discover Fingals: A South Devon Rural Retreat

Settled amidst a rolling green valley, just half a mile from the River Dart, is Fingals. This collection of six self-catering cottages in South Devon offer a haven away from everyday life.

Accessed via narrow, Devon country lanes, Fingals is an ideal place to enjoy a South Devon cottage holiday. Once a run-down manor farmhouse, Fingals has been updated and improved since 1981 by owners Richard and Sheila, to become the fantastic retreat it is today.

Fingals is made up of six cottages; The Barn (sleeps 6), The Folly (sleeps 2), Wisteria Suite (sleeps 4), Lower Mill House (sleeps 6), Barberry Brook (sleeps 2), and The Manor Farmhouse (sleeps 12). Altogether Fingals sleeps 32 guests, ideal if you’re seeking large or group accommodation in South Devon.

Plan your next family holiday at Fingals and watch as your little ones make friends and immerse themselves in the natural surroundings of South Devon. Your four-legged friend can enjoy the delights of Fingals too, with all six dog-friendly cottages welcoming pups with open arms. 

Make exciting memories at Fingals

You’ll find all you could need for an amazing holiday at Fingals. Within the beautiful estate, enjoy games of tennis on the seasonal grass tennis court in summer, or challenge someone to a game of table tennis. A well-stocked games room contains a snooker table, table football, and lots more great games.

If you want to continue your workout routines while you’re away, use the on-site gym, and treat yourself to time in the sauna afterwards or a dip in the indoor heated pool.

The gardens are beautifully tended so you can enjoy strolls, relax on garden furniture, and soak up the countryside atmosphere.

Places to visit from Fingals

The estate sits near East Cornworthy, which is between Tuckenhay and Dittisham, along the banks of the River Dart. This opens up a world of fun for avid watersports enthusiasts, whether you enjoy sailing, kayaking, paddle-boarding, or canoeing, you can explore the beauty of the river.

Visitors to Fingals can delight in plenty of scenic walks along the River Dart and in the surrounding countryside. Pay a visit to nearby Greenway House via the Dittisham Ferry, once home to author Agatha Christie and now run by the National Trust.

The bustling towns of Dartmouth and Totnes, and the Blue Flag shores of Blackpool Sands, are all around a 20 to 25 minute drive from Fingals, making it a fantastic base for plenty of adventures across South Devon.

Dartmouth is home to attractions like Dartmouth Castle, Bayard’s Cove Fort, the pretty Dart Marina, and a wealth of amazing restaurants, cafes, and bars, as well as independent shops and boutiques. Skip across the water to Kingswear too and visit Kingswear Castle, the National Trust’s Coleton Fishacre, and soak up the views of Dartmouth.

Blackpool Sands is the perfect location for a beach day on a summer day. The beach has been awarded Blue Flag status for many years thanks to the excellent water quality and overall cleanliness.

Book a break to Fingals today for an authentic experience of South Devon.