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Contemporary country styling throughout
Kitchen
Double bedroom with balconnette
Stylish double bedroom
Double bedroom with beamed ceiling
Perfect spot to relax
Retreat to the lounge area and warm up next to the woodburner
Brixham Marina
Views out to sea and across the rooftops
1 / 9  Contemporary country styling throughout
2 / 9  Kitchen
3 / 9  Double bedroom with balconnette
4 / 9  Stylish double bedroom
5 / 9  Double bedroom with beamed ceiling
6 / 9  Perfect spot to relax
7 / 9  Retreat to the lounge area and warm up next to the woodburner
8 / 9  Brixham Marina
9 / 9  Views out to sea and across the rooftops

Giffin Cottage

Brixham, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Waterside views
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / woodburner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing onsite / nearby
Romantic
Family friendly
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Thoughtfully styled three-storey cottage sleeping four guests
  • Situated in a traffic-free zone just metres from Brixham’s harbour
  • Wonderful sea views from the second-floor bedroom
  • Lovingly maintained period features
  • Short walk to all the town’s amenities, including the marina, shops, and restaurants
  • Beaches and coastal walks within easy reach
Overview
Property code: BX020

Attractive two-bedroomed cottage enjoying a central yet quiet location in the English Riviera town of Brixham, situated just a few metres from the town’s bustling harbour.

This property is located in a traffic-free zone in the harbour town of Brixham, one of three towns clustered around the bay of Torbay in South Devon. The town has a proud maritime history and the harbour is still the thriving centre of the town today, with fishing vessels, tour boats, and the Torquay ferry running to and fro. There are number of beaches in the town, including the quiet St Mary’s Bay, the main Breakwater Beach and Shoalstone with its impressive 53-metre tidal pool. For those who want to find out more about the town’s heritage, there is a wonderfully constructed replica of Sir Francis Drake’s ship The Golden Hind moored up at the harbour, offering five decks of hands-on exhibits to explore.

 

This pretty property makes a lovely seaside retreat and has been thoughtfully styled to offer a wonderful place to stay. On entering the cottage, guests will find themselves in the open-plan living space which has cosy underfloor heating and an attractive beamed ceiling and warming wood burner. The kitchen has been hand-built in reclaimed wood and is equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge, and washing machine, as well as a breakfast bar seating four. The lounge area has a comfy sofa and two easy chairs from which to enjoy the TV and DVD, or spend the evening chatting around the wood burner. Stairs lead to the first floor where the first of the two bedrooms can be found, as well as the bathroom which offers a shower-over-bath and WC. This bedroom is a charming double room with a double bed, beamed ceiling, and built-in dressing table and wardrobe. The master bedroom, on the second-floor is a stunning room which has the feel of an upmarket hotel room, with its double bed, sloping ceiling, and French window which opens onto a Juliet balcony offering beautiful views across to the harbour.

 

Outside, to the front of the property, is an enclosed seating area with a table and chairs, which makes an ideal spot for enjoying alfresco drinks.

Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week.

  • Two double bedrooms
  • Bathroom with shower-over-bath
  • TV and DVD
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Wood burner (logs not provided)
  • Oven, hob, microwave, fridge, and washing machine
  • Not suitable for under-5s and for people with less mobility due to the steep staircases
  • Electric and heating included
  • Bed linen and towels included
  • 2 dogs welcome
  • Seafront, pub, and shops all within walking distance
  • Arrival 3pm
  • Property is located in a traffic free zone and accessed via a set of steps
  • Brixham is busy fishing village situated on a very steep hill, so access to some parts of the village can be challenging.
  • Many of the amenities and cottages in Brixham are accessed via steps some of which can be steep. Please contact us if you have specific requirements.
  • There are many small winding streets that are not suitable for cars, therefore many properties in Brixham do not have private parking. However, alternative parking is available in local carparks.

This property is personally managed by Sally.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

Overall cleanliness
4.2
Overall equipment
4.1
Overall comfort
4.2
Overall location
4.4

Reviewed by Darrell 27th July 2019

Lovely little cozy cottage ,very clean ,well presented

Reviewed by Mary 15th June 2019

This is a lovely cottage in a great location close to the harbour and with fantastic views out to sea. Brixham is a lovely place which feels unspoiled by being too touristy and combining a working fishing port, really fantastic!

Reviewed by Matthew 25th March 2019

Fabulous property!! Loved every moment of our stay. Griffin Cottage is like a home from home. Beautifully presented.

Reviewed by Mark 12th January 2019

Delighted with Giffin again Five star in everything and so cosy Will be back asap

Reviewed by Denise 22nd September 2018

Lovely cottage well equipped good views of harbour from top bedroom.

Reviewed by Caroline 15th October 2017

Close to everything and still very quiet and peaceful. Great customer service, very accommodating. We will be back!

Reviewed by Patricia 26th September 2017

We did not realize the amount of steps and how steep the steps were , next time we will try for a property that is lower.

Reviewed by Sarah 21st August 2017

Myself and Paul had a lovely weekend in Brixham. The cottage was perfect, very cosy and comfortable

Reviewed by Tina 28th July 2017

Have Really enjoyed our stay. We have managed to get around without a car using ferries and buses which are all located nearby

Reviewed by Caroline 22nd July 2017

My friend and I took our 8 year old daughters away for a girls weekend in Brixham. We lucked upon Giffin Cottage which was perfect in every way. It's tucked away behind the main street on the harbour - up some winding stairs, past gorgeous cottages and set in a quaint little garden. It's set back and private yet a stone's throw to the harbour, fabuRead morelous walks, amazing cafe's and restaurants. The cottage itself is beautifully equipped with simple necessities that made our stay so lovely. The decor is very tasteful and homely - perfect for a home away from home. We had a couple of great nights out and a couple of great nights in playing cards, watching tv and just loving the Brixham vibe. We walked all around the harbour and over to Berry Head. We visited Churston Manor House, went crabbing, caught the ferry to Torquay and also had a lovely few hours in Totnes - an absolutely beautiful local village. All our needs were met in every way! We will definitely be back! Hide

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Location

Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

Treat yourself to a memorable holiday in the beautiful coastal resort of Brixham, where there are a variety of fantastic experiences that will entertain all ages. A lively harbour town, there is plenty to see and do in and around the town.

Crabbing is the number one activity in Brixham, and little ones will love dangling their line over the water’s edge and seeing how many crabs they can capture. Children young and old will also be entertained by the stories of the smugglers and the pirates who once walked the streets of the village. There are several narrow streets to explore lined with colourful fishermen’s houses, with plenty of other great places nearby to discover including Paignton, Plymouth and Torquay.

For the active in your group, there are all sorts of activities to try your hand at, whether you’re a fan of swimming in the sea or prefer to enjoy long walks on dry land, with some great places to enjoy treks including the Berry Head Nature Reserve. And for fun-packed days out, there are several to treat the kids to in the local area, including Paignton Zoo, Woodlands Theme Park and Kent’s Cavern.

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