The South Sands beach is on our doorstep and a brilliant destination for a beach holiday. You can laze, lounge, swim, splash and paddle or get active and enjoy some of the exciting water sports available. Then retreat back to the contemporary comfort of the hotel to eat and drink really well.

South Sands beach has been awarded the internationally recognised Blue Flag award. The accolade guarantees that the golden shores have top notch facilities, are litter free and have achieved a high standard of water quality. Blue Flag is a prestigious, international, eco label award  acting as a guarantee to tourists that a beach or marina they’re visiting is one of the best in the world www.blueflag.org

South Sands is in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the estuary is also a Site of Special Scientific Interest and a nature reserve. Nestled in a small east facing bay, sheltered from the south westerly breeze and sits between high cliffs, South Sands is a perfect situation. The beach is wide and sandy at low tide, but at high tide is almost completely covered by the rising tide. It’s dramatic and beautiful watching it change throughout the day and night.

Salcombe boasts some big names and some gorgeous independent boutiques. It all began here in sunny Salcombe for Quba, Jack Wills & Crew who still have their original flagship stores here. Also on Fore Street you’ll find Salcombe Traders, Amelias Attic, Fat Face, White Stuff, Henri Lloyd, Joules, Sea Salt, The Uppercrust Bakery and many more.

There’s also a toy shop, sweet shop, ice cream shop and café, delicatessens, Boots the chemist and numerous cafes.

Wander down to Island Street to find lots more shops. Home to the famous Salcombe Dairy Ice Cream and many other independent traders. From speedboats, pine furniture, art, photography,  wetsuits, buckets and spades, fishing tackle and chandlers.

NATIONAL TRUST PROPERTY & GARDENS

Overbecks is a hidden paradise of subtropical gardens and eclectic collections, just a short walk from the hotel.

Experience the exotic and fascinating hidden treasure perched high on the cliffs above Salcombe. Explore the banana garden, meander through the woodland, or relax beneath the palms. Walk along the coast path and soak up the spectacular panorama across miles of beautiful coastline and estuary.

Continue your journey of discovery into the Edwardian seaside home of eccentric scientist Otto Overbeck. See his amazing invention: the ‘rejuvenator’; hear the polyphon, a giant Victorian music box; and be intrigued by the eclectic collections of natural and maritime history.

The perfect day out for families who enjoy exploring, or the keen gardener who wants to be inspired and excited.  www.nationaltrust.org.uk/overbecks

View the beautiful works of art from the artist and painter in residence Charlotte Atkinson. Charlotte is a Contemporary Figurative Artist named in the Top Ten Best Selling Living Artists in the U.K by the Fine Art Trade Guild. Her highly acclaimed paintings have been described as dynamic, fluid and passionate. www.charlotteatkinson.com

We also recommend another local National Trust property, East Soar Outdoor Experience, where after a blustery breath taking walk along the South West coastal path you’re greeted with home made cakes and  hot and cold drinks in the walkers hut.

 www.eastsoaroutdoorexperience.co.uk

There are a wealth of coast path routes to enjoy offering a range of effort and distance. South Sands becomes the perfect base to go and explore the surroundings. Here’s our guide to some great walks in the area >