Totnes is a lively, bustling Tudor market town and port, home to a splendid range of quality holiday cottages, apartments and townhouses. The Normans came to stay in the 11th Century, building Totnes Castle, (now open to the public) which remains perhaps one of the best preserved Norman Motte and Bailey castles in England. The architecturally attractive town centre is filled with a fabulous choice of independent shops ranging from organic foods and boutiques to galleries and bookshops. Town Traders are well-known for their stance on protecting their local shops against the might of the multi-nationals - even giving the town its own currency, the Totnes Pound which visitors can purchase and spend in Totnes shops. The market which has been held in the town since Elizabethan times is popular with residents and visitors alike, being full of locally grown produce and handbuilt crafts. For visitors enjoying a supposedly self catering holiday, it will be hard to resist the allure of the many fine restaurants lining the town's ancient streets and alleyways. It's a great weekend-break location for Christmas shopping or top culinerary experiences! Oh - and it still has a steam railway! The Dart Valley Railway which chugs from Totnes to Buckfastleigh (and back).
Located inland from the coast from the quaint seaside town of Paignton in Torbay, this exquisite luxury lodge resort offers a private hot tub and access to spa facilities within Devon’s beautiful countryside near Torbay. Lodge 7 is perfect for small families or two couples. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
A brand new lodge at?Beyond Escapes, Lodge 20 is bright, spacious and contemporary.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Lodge 5 is a high-standard South Devon holiday lodge near Paignton equipped with everything your family needs for a quality stay. On-site facilities such as our spa, gym, and restaurant complete the experience, within a picturesque rural setting. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Beyond Escapes Lodge 19, lies in rural South Devon near Torbay within easy reach of beaches, thatched villages, country pub’s, shops and quaysides for fishing and crabbing - the perfect location for a family holiday or a break for 2-6 guests. Pets welcome at this luxury lodge with hot tub too!
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
For an romantic escape to the South Hams a truly picturesque district in South Devon, The Linhay is a luxury countryside cottage for couples with beautiful rural views at Lukesland Farm in Diptford near Totnes. Pets welcome
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
Family & dog-friendly lodging, sumptuous facilities in the great outdoors make every stay at Beyond Escapes in South Devon near Torbaya deluxe experience. Lodge 4 has luxuries galore: Fully furnished kitchen and living room, private yard and hot tub, 2 spacious and efficacious bedrooms
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Feel right at home with this charming, open-concept, contemporary holiday lodge, situated perfectly between Totnes and Torbay. This open-plan, reverse-level concept with a chic interior design is perfect for those looking for a luxurious blend of elegance and comfort in the South Devon countryside.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Courtyard Lodge 31 is one of Beyond Escapes Devon’s inspiring collections of luxury lodges in the South Devon countryside blending designer chic with rustic glamour. This luxury dog-friendly holiday lodge with a private hot tub will create endless create precious family holiday memories.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
A relaxing family holiday awaits you in South Devon at Beyond Escapes Lodge 10. A private hot tub, stylish interiors, and wonderful resort facilities will make an unforgettable holiday within easy reach of Torbay’s fabulous seaside resorts. Pets welcome. Sleeps 4
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Lodge 3 is one of Beyond Escapes Devon’s luxuriously furnished holiday lodges just inland from the Torbay coast in the South Devon countryside. Furnished with state-of-the-art interior design, satisfying facilities including a hot tub, Lodge 3 at Beyond Escapes is perfect for a relaxing holiday.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Beyond Escapes in South Devon is home to this luxuriously furnished, family-friendly rural retreat near the Torbay beaches. Up to six can relax in Lodge 1’s welcoming contemporary décor, soak in your private hot tub, or enjoy the resort’s spa and a la carte restaurant. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
Located in the countryside the Torbay resort of Paignton, situated on the South Devon coast, Beyond Escapes is the perfect getaway lodge for a coast and countryside holiday with your family and friends. Courtyard Lodge 28 offers a luxurious experience with your very own personal hot tub.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 4
Hayloft Cottage is a rural Devon holiday cottage near Totnes, sleeping 6 set in it's own 80 beautiful acres with private fishing lake, views to Dartmoor and close to coast and beaches. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
The Cider Press is a beautifully restored rural cider barn in Aish, between Totnes and Torbay. This large South Devon holiday cottage sleeps 8 guests providing perfect group accommodation for large families or a get together with friends. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 3
Nestled in South Devon, in the rural areas closer to the countryside, is the place where Beyond Escapes is located. A contemporary vacation residence facility, 25 Courtyard Lodge is perfect for a peaceful Devon coast and country holiday in all seasons.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Stay in a Devon countryside dwelling near Totnes with the little luxuries you expect. Roomy and packed with comfort, this private lodge provides three bedrooms and plenty of space to spread out and relax while you make South Devon and Dartmoor your playground. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Set up for a cosy group of four, Lodge 8 is a rural rejuvenation pad near Totnes complete with great beds and a private hot tub. Your private abode is also a launch pad to Devon beaches, water parks, castles and more.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Treat yourself to a well-deserved holiday in Lodge 21, a luxurious holiday Lodge near Torbay in the South Devon countryside at Beyond Escapes with an onsite spa and restaurant, as well as your own hot tub. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
A seaside getaway for those wishing for a taste of the captivating Devon Countryside, Lodge 6 is at your service. Enjoy the BE You Spa and gym facilities, on-site restaurant. Lodge 7 is located in the open countryside near the South Devon coast resorts or Torbay Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
Imagine steaming in a relaxing hot tub surrounded by the South Devon countryside without a care in the world. That’s life in Lodge 2! With a luxurious interior design plan and more onsite leisure activities, no guest will be disappointed with this dog-friendly South Devon holiday lodge near Torbay.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Reserve this beautifully appointed luxury South Devon holiday lodge with Beyond Escapes - a world-class resort near Paignton serving guests with the first-rate cuisine, a spa, stunning views of the South Devon countryside – and your own private hot tub. Pets Welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Serene, modern, and rich with features, Beyond Escapes Lodge 16 provides room for four, a private hot tub, and access to deluxe resort facilities. This pet-friendly, luxury South Devon holiday lodge close to Torbay's beaches at Paignton is a perfect rural retreat for couples or small family.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Lodge 32 is one of Beyond Escapes collection of luxurious holiday lodges in the South Devon countryside. Carefully designed, these lodges offer an enchanting décor; contemporary and unique, yet warm and inviting, to give you the perfect coast and countryside holiday in Devon you truly deserve!
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
With elegant décor and plentiful features, Lodge 15 on the Beyond Escapes resort will delight you and your family. Exclusive resort facilities and a private hot tub are only part of a luxurious holiday in this South Devon rural retreat near Torbay's beaches at Paignton. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
Towns nearby
Totnes
- Appledore
- Ashburton
- Axminster
- Axmouth
- Barnstaple
- Bideford
- Bigbury-on-Sea
- Bratton Fleming
- Braunton
- Brayford
- Brixham
- Broadwoodkelly
- Bucks Mills
- Chillington
- Chulmleigh
- Clawton
- Combe Martin
- Croyde
- Dartmouth
- Dittisham
- Exeter
- Georgeham
- Great Torrington
- Hollacombe
- Honiton
- Hope Cove
- Ilfracombe
- Instow
- Kentisbury
- Kingkerswell
- Kingsbridge
- Kingswear
- Lynton and Lynmouth
- Modbury
- Moretonhampstead
- Newton Ferrers
- North Molton
- Noss Mayo
- Ogwell
- Okehampton
- Paignton
- Salcombe
- Shaldon
- Sidmouth
- Slapton
- South Molton
- Torquay
- Westward Ho!
- Winkleigh
- Woolacombe
Although no longer a working port, the River Dart is still navigable. Visitors may hire a boat ot take a scenic pleasure cruise downstream to Dartmouth.
The surrounding area is the South Hams which is undoubtedly one of the most beautiful areas in Devon, and Totnes for those who like old fashioned country lanes, thatched holiday cottages, bluebell woods and flower-filled hedgerows. being the tidal-head of the River Dart, is arguably the cherry on top. Take a boat trip down to Dartmouth and back through miles of glorious South Devon countryside. For Castle lovers, after Totnes Castle, visit Berry Pomeroy Castle, which is equally as enchanting. There are plenty of attractions waiting to entertain families with younger children such as Woodlands Family Theme Park - the largest theme park in the South West with everything from white knuckle rides and water coasters to a petting zoo and falconry displays. Alternatively, head for Pennywell Farm Park near Buckfastleigh and meet, cuddle, feed the farm animals in between enjoying lots of other attractions.
The coast at Torbay is within easy reach making it possible to enjoy day or half day seaside trips to Brixham, Paignton and Torquay by car or train (Totnes also has a mianline station as well as a steam one). Why not take the ferry to Dartmouth, then go by steam train from Kingswear to Torquay. Then return to Dartmouth across Torbay by ferry and get a boat back up The Dart to your holiday cottage in Totnes.
