The South Devon maritime port of Brixham in Devon is still as lively and bustling today as it always was and offers plenty of fun for family holidays. The pretty multi-colour painted fishermen's houses, many now beautifully restored as holiday cottages, sit above the harbour like a patchwork quilt shining in the bright sunshine.
Brixham sits in the Southern corner of Torbay opposite Torquay, and is a mecca for yachtsmen and sailors worldwide. The town plays host to the replica of Sir Francis Drake's 'Golden Hind' moored and which can be visited all year round. Drake's ship is only one of Brixham Harbour's attractions. Arrive early to see trawlers landing their catches to be auctioned off at the Quayside Fishmarket, catch a terry across Torbay to Torquay and back or just hire a little motorboat of your own and set off for an afternoon's mackerel fishing in the bay.
The Garrison is a family-friendly coastal cottage in the Torbay resort of Brixham in South Devon. This beautifully furnished 3-bedroom cottage lies close to cliff-top walks along the South West Coast Path.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Experience Brixham like never before with the deluxe Bay House and lounge your day away by the sea. A stunning four-bedroom two-bathroom Victorian style house with sea views across Brixham Harbour and Torbay, the Bay House sleeps seven and has Wi-Fi available.
- Sleeps 7
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
Offering sea views across Torbay, Norville is a large 4-bedroom seaside holiday cottage in Brixham, sleeping 8 guests. This spacious, child friendly property has a large secure garden and is perfect for large or dual family holidays in Devon.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 3
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Large Cottages
Within walking distance of Fishcombe Cove, Elberry Cove and Broadsands Beach in Torbay, Landfall Holiday Cottage in Brixham is a beautifully furnished, child-friendly 3-bedroom Devon holiday home with WiFi sleeping 6 in style and comfort.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Within a seagull's cry of the bustling Brixham harbour waterfront in Torbay, 1 Middle Manor is newly-built Devon coastal cottage part of a small collection offering comfortable, contemporary self-catering accommodation. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2
- Child Friendly Cottages
41 Marine Reach is a large, contemporary holiday home in Brixham, part of an award-winning waterside development with captivating views across Brixham Harbour and across Torbay. This family friendly house sleeps 8 in 4 bedrooms.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Large Cottages
Farthings Cottage is A pretty Brixham holiday home in Torbay. This 2-bedroom house with harbour views is set over three floors and hidden away in a small, private terrace close to Brixham's busy fishing harbour and town centre.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Pilotage Cottage is a luxurious seaside cottage boasting dashes of tradition and modern comforts as well as sea views and a south-facing terrace. Situated in the heart Brixham, the family cottage offers access to the coast and wonderful seafood restaurants which abound in this corner of Devon.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
Situated atop the hill in Brixham, Lyme View Too enjoys fabulous views of the marina and beyond from its sun-drenched terrace. The coastal cottage in Devon boasts contemporary design features and modern comforts as well as proximity to beautiful beaches, delicious seafood and miles of coastline.
- Sleeps 5
- Bedrooms 3
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
Located in the Torbay resort of Brixham in Devon, Samphire Cottage is a sumptuously furnished luxury seaside holiday cottage with old style traditional touches. Enjoy the amazing harbour and sea views from its windows. Pets welcome. Sleeps 4.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
Plain sailing is a light and airy chalet in Galmpton offering great views of the Dart Estuary, modern furnishings and décor. The cosy bungalow welcomes families and their pets to a cottage boasting a sun-drenched patio and access to the South Devon coast, for a memorable family holiday.
- Sleeps 3
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Countryside Cottages
Quay Cottage in Brixham, South Devon combines the best of both worlds, blending modern renovation with a traditional fisherman’s cottage to create a stylish character holiday cottage sleeping 6 with sea views across Torbay, a stones throw from the vibrant harbour in the heart of the town.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
- Child Friendly Cottages
Pilgrims Cottage is a traditional fisherman's cottage set over three floors with harbour and marina views from the lounge and situated just a minute's walk from Brixham's picturesque harbour and town centre. Pets welcome
- Sleeps 3
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Fishlegs is a child friendly cottage in Devon that sleeps 6. It is more than an ordinary 3-bedroom seaside holiday cottage in Torbay. This Brixham house has been wonderfully refurbished to create a quirky, intelligent design that will make you want to return.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Castaway Cottage is a luxury holiday cottage in Brixham with panoramic harbour and sea views across Torbay. This jewel of a seaside retreat is located in one of Torbay’s most attractive resorts, Castaway has three bedroom and sleeps 6. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child Friendly Cottages
Creels is a spacious seaside cottage boasting gorgeous views of the Brixham marina and unique décor as well as a generous, sun-drenched terrace. The pet-friendly property in Devon lies just moments from the harbour and offers modern comforts, a games room and the promise of relaxation in any season.
- Sleeps 10
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 2
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Large Cottages
Luxury awaits at Sunnycroft, a coastal cottage with ocean views in Brixham, Devon. Contemporary sophistication permeates the property, whose design captures the views and includes ample outdoor entertaining areas as well as children’s play equipment, a grassed garden and access to beautiful beaches.
- Sleeps 10
- Bedrooms 5
- Bathrooms 4
- Child Friendly Cottages
- Large Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
Towns nearby
Brixham
- Appledore
- Axminster
- Axmouth
- Barnstaple
- Bideford
- Bigbury-on-Sea
- Bratton Fleming
- Braunton
- Brayford
- Broadwoodkelly
- Bucks Mills
- Chillington
- Chulmleigh
- Clawton
- Clyst Hydon
- Combe Martin
- Crediton
- Croyde
- Dartmouth
- Exeter
- Great Torrington
- Hollacombe
- Honiton
- Hope Cove
- Ilfracombe
- Instow
- Kentisbury
- Kingkerswell
- Kingsbridge
- Kingswear
- Little Torrington
- Lynton and Lynmouth
- Modbury
- Moretonhampstead
- Newton Ferrers
- North Molton
- Noss Mayo
- Ogwell
- Okehampton
- Paignton
- Plymouth
- Salcombe
- Shaldon
- Sidmouth
- Slapton
- South Molton
- Teignmouth
- Torquay
- Totnes
- Westward Ho!
- Winkleigh
- Woolacombe
- Yelverton
In recent years Brixham has extended its marina, which is now seen as one of the premier ports of call on the South coast. From Brixham you can sail East up the Jurassic coast towards Weymouth, Poole and as far as Brighton, or turn West and head for Cornwall and the fishing ports of Fowey and Falmouth. There are lovely coastal walks along the South West Coast Path to Berry Head, or head inland and catch a vintage Great Western Railway steam train from Churston to Dartmouth or Paignton.
A self catering holiday cottage in Brixham lies within easy reach by car or boat of the other traditional seaside resorts in Torbay, Goodrington, Paignton and Torquay where plenty of traditional seaside family fun is guaranteed. Inland, spend a day on Dartmoor or take a boat trip along the river Dart from Totnes to Dartmouth.
