Modbury Cottages
Modbury is a wonderful market town in south Devon, not far from Dartmoor National Park. The town is steeped in history: it was a battle site in the English civil war and is even mentioned in the Domesday book. There is an impressive 13th century church that’s definitely worth a visit as somewhere different to explore.Read more
Many of the buildings lining the streets still have period frontages adding to the quirky feeling of the many tea rooms, antiques shops and art galleries here. The town is famous for its value of their environment, Modbury banned plastic bags way before the government were even talking about them. Visit for brilliant places to shop, including the Barrow market, a great place to pick up plenty of local produce to cook up a storm in your self catering cottage.
The people of Modbury have a strong sense of community. The town regularly gets together throughout the year for several local festivals, including the Modbury May Fair which has been held in the town since 1329. It involves stalls and parades across the town and makes for a brilliant day out with all the family.
Depending on what you’re looking for, the town is a great base for heading to the coast for some surfing or the local estuaries to try sailing or kayaking. Keen walkers will love the many coastal and inland walks that are on their doorstep ready for an adventure.
If you’re keen to explore south Devon, Modbury is in an ideal location on the A379 to get out to the moors for a long meander with some picturesque scenery or head for the big city lights of Plymouth, only 13 miles west of the town. For a similar period-style town, just a little bigger, head to Dartmouth for lovely shops and harbours to discover next to the River Dart. The town is only 10 minutes from the golden sands on Bigbury on Sea and not far from the family friendly waves of Bantham beach and its famous Gastrobus.
We have 23 self catering cottages in Modbury to show you...
7 nights from £636
The Old Stables
42461 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
If it's a luxury retreat you are looking for, look no further. The Old Stables is a beautiful hideaway situated within the peaceful grounds of the Tremar Estate and offers the very...
7 nights from £636
7 nights from £521
Laurel Cottage
38072 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach near Kingsbridge.
Nestled in the beautiful South Hams village of Kingston, Laurel Cottage is a delightful property which has been converted from a 18th Century linhay standing proudly in a lovely ga...
7 nights from £521
7 nights from £458
Sonoma Lodge
46792 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Modbury, South Devon.
For the perfect holiday Sonoma Lodge offers the BEST location nestled in the glorious south Devon countryside with delightful views stretching to Dartmoor National Park in the dist...
7 nights from £458
7 nights from £1225
Highfield House
53154 bedroom self catering cottage near Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Welcome to Highfield House, a stunning contemporary home perfectly situated in the South Hams area of south Devon, with the golden sandy beaches and water sports of Bigbury and Ban...
7 nights from £1225
7 nights from £505
Jays Cottage
41172 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Modbury, South Devon.
Jays Cottage is a delightful friendly home-from-home situated in the 18th Century country estate of Colmer. The breathtaking locality of this cottage makes venturing out and about ...
7 nights from £505
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Lower Manor Farm
51545 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
Welcome to Lower Manor Farm, set within the pretty village of Ringmore and with the picturesque National Trust footpath right on your doorstep (literally), the stunning Ayrmer Cove...
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Holly Cottage
47283 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage in Yealmpton, South Devon.
Tucked away in the beautiful hamlet of Dunstone in the glorious South Hams you will discover Holly Cottage, a gorgeous getaway dating back to the mid-18th Century. The Grade II Lis...
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7 nights from £536
The Hayloft
48992 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Kingsbridge, South Devon.
This beautifully furnished semi-detached barn is ideally positioned as you're only a short journey away from the alluring south Devon coastline and infamous Dartmoor. The Hayloft o...
7 nights from £536
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7 nights from £1120 *
Challadene
46105 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Challadene is a fantastic beachside property which offers panoramic sea views, a glorious outside space and beautiful interiors, not forgetting that the beach is literally a stone'...
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7 nights from £869
The Qube
47814 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Welcome to The Qube. This stylish yet welcoming holiday retreat is perfectly located within a stone's throw of the beach, offering a great outdoor space coupled with super stylish ...
7 nights from £869
7 nights from £895
High Lea
40473 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea
High Lea is a beautifully refurbished family house, nestled in the heart of an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and boasting the most breathtaking and unrivalled sea views. This ...
7 nights from £895
7 nights from £715
The Cottage
49142 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage near Kingsbridge, Devon.
The Cottage is the perfect escape for those seeking luxury, style and location. This stunning Grade II Listed thatched cottage dates back to the 1650s, and has been lovingly refurb...
7 nights from £715
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Aveton Farmhouse
18917 bedroom, holiday home with an indoor pool near Totnes, South Devon.
Aveton Farmhouse, found in a gorgeous Devonshire valley a few miles from the coast, is set within 134 acres of farmland. Part of the farmhouse dates back centuries but over the yea...
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Aveton Cottage
23553 bedroom, rural holiday cottage with a pool near Totnes, South Devon.
In a tranquil Devonshire valley, this gorgeous stone cottage has sunlight streaming in through glazed doors and floor length windows. Approached by a farm lane, past Aveton Farmhou...
7 nights from £619 *
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7 nights from £1650
Dolphin House
45065 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
Located only moments from the fabulous golden sands of Bigbury Beach, just minutes from beautiful Burgh Island, this magnificent detached house is situated perfectly, making that s...
7 nights from £1650
7 nights from £765
Spring Tide
25993 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
What a house – and what a view! There are indeed spectacular views from Spring Tide, one of a pair of contemporary properties, built to a very high specification, in the village of...
7 nights from £765
7 nights from £1037
Cobbles Point
50094 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
With spectacular views overlooking the golden sands of Bigbury-on-Sea, Bantham and beyond and being adjacent to a working farm in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the South...
7 nights from £1037
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Ferrycombe
44823 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
Welcome to Ferrycombe, this characterful barn conversion is perfectly situated within a private complex which hugs the edge of Bigbury-on-Sea and the beautiful golden sandy beaches...
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Sunnynook
41574 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Sunnynook is a true beachside retreat, boasting the most incredible, unrivalled sea and beach views over Bigbury-on-Sea, Bantham and Burgh Island. This wonderful home also has a fa...
7 nights from £2857
7 nights from £561
Chou Cottage
47162 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Yealmpton, South Devon.
From the moment you arrive you will fall in love with this quintessential traditional cottage. Perfectly situated halfway up a private sloping lane, yet in the heart of the pretty ...
7 nights from £561
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You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.
7 nights from £1034
Apple Cottage
48444 bedroom self catering cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
Apple Cottage is a fabulous family home; spacious, welcoming and beautifully furnished. Location is key to the success of any multi-generational holiday home, and locations don't g...
7 nights from £1034
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Western Torrs Cottage
46802 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage in Yealmpton, South Devon.
Hidden amongst secluded woodland and set back from the rambling Yealm river, this dreamy cottage is close to the pretty village of Yealmpton in the glorious South Hams, perfect for...
7 nights from £706 *
7 nights from £596
Leigh Barn
28772 bedroom cottage near Kingsbridge, south Devon.
Found in the quiet hamlet of Leigh, Grade I Listed Leigh Barton is partly a designated ancient monument and a fine example of a medieval monastic grange with a 15th Century farmhou...
7 nights from £596
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