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About this property
Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space.
Shepherds Patch is a charming large detached thatched cottage with 5 bedrooms and 4 bathrooms, sleeping up to 10 people, situated in the heart of the quaint village of Thurlestone with an off road parking space.
The property has been refurbished and now benefits from light and spacious rooms all of which are beautifully presented. The sandy beach and spectacular coastline of the South Devon coast are approximately half a mile away.
On entering the property through the thatched entrance porch, you are welcomed by a large hall featuring country style decoration, which affords access to all the ground floor rooms.
The beamed lounge benefits from a feature fireplace with electric fire, leather sofas, TV, DVD and a range of antique furniture. The conservatory can be accessed through double doors and overlooks the garden and patio area.
The spacious rustic cottage-style kitchen incorporates an Island unit and is well equipped with modern facilities including a washer dryer, dishwasher, fridge, freezer, microwave and range cooker. The dual aspect dining room, accessed off the hall and the kitchen, incorporates a large dining table with seating for ten people, and a complimentary range of traditional furniture. The ground floor also features a cloakroom with W.C and wash hand basin.
Wooden stairs lead to the first-floor landing, off of which are three double bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. Two of these bedrooms have four poster beds and all benefit from a range of antique furniture and super views over the garden.
All three en-suite bathrooms have either a bath or a shower plus a wash hand basin and w.c.
The second floor incorporates two, twin bedded rooms which have been delightfully furnished in a traditional design. They both share a bathroom, with bath, w.c. and wash hand basin.
Outside, the enclosed garden enjoys secluded privacy and has been well stocked with a variety of plants and shrubs. There is a small lawned area, a patio with furniture for dining alfresco, and at the side of the property, there is an off road parking space. Additional street parking can be found nearby in the village.
Whilst we accept well behaved dogs for an additional cost of £50 per pet, per week or per short break stay, please contact us to check if you wish to take more than one dog.
PLEASE NOTE: Short breaks of 2, 3 or 4 nights are calculated on a percentage basis (not a nightly rate) and are normally, only accepted from November - end of February, unless we still have availability closer to the commencement date.
A two-night break may be booked through this website. You will need to contact us for an exact 3 or 4 night price.
We do not accept a short break during the Christmas week but do accept a 3 or 4 night short break over the New Year.
ABOUT THE LOCAL AREA.
The famous coastal village of Thurlestone is renowned for its abundance of thatched pink and cream-washed cottages, its 13th Century church, the village shop and the traditional local inn. Backed by rolling farmland and a sprawling cliff top golf course, the village is ideally situated for those wanting to explore the locality, especially with the benefit of the South Devon Heritage path which runs through Thurlestone.
There are two main beaches at Thurlestone. The smaller of these, Thurlestone Sands, is near to The Thurlestone golf club and at the Southern end of the beach, you can explore the rock pools around the spectacular arched rock to which the village owes its name. The larger beach is further along the coast in the direction of South Milton. Both have fine shingle and sand coverings and are in sheltered locations. Surfing, windsurfing and canoeing are all popular activities at the beach and, during the summer months, a range of sports equipment can be hired. There are many other beaches to explore along this beautiful coastline, including Hope Cove, Bigbury and Bantham. Nearby attractions include Salcombe, (famous for sailing), Agatha Christie's Burgh Island, historical market towns of Totnes and Modbury, Dartmouth, Dittisham and Dartmoor.
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Strictly No Smoking allowed.
The use of tea lights or other candles is discouraged as it could set off the smoke alarms.
Whilst well behaved Dogs are accepted in this property, there is an additional charge of £50 per pet, per week or short break.
Please be aware that if you have young children, unfortunately we are unable to supply a travel cot, highchair or stair gate.
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Property # 8126538
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there are no carbon monoxide detectors or gas appliances on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
About the area
Kingsbridge
Located in Kingsbridge, this cottage is by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at South Devon and Blackpool Sands. Quayside Leisure Centre and Sea N Shore are also worth visiting.
Is Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space. pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space.?
As of 16 June 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space. on 5 October 2026 start from NZ$1,223, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space.?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space.?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space.?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Shepherds Patch Is A Large Thatched Cottage In Thurlestone with a parking space. located?
Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of Leasfoot Beach, Yarmer Beach and Thurleston Sands. Bantham beach and Historic Salcombe are also within 3 miles (5 km).
Reviews
9.2
Wonderful
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
We had a wonderful stay at Shepherds Patch. A great location only a hop and a skip from the shop and pub and a short walk to several beaches. Thank you for having us.
Perfect substantial cottage for a holiday get away. Stayed with 3 young children and 2 dogs and loved every minute.Great walks over to Bantham, Thurlestone and Hope Cove and the venus cafe at Bigbury is a must! Great spot and lovely accommodation - we'll be back!
David F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 22 April 2021
Thank you for your review. We are so pleased that you had an enjoyable stay.
Perfect position in a lovely village.
The position is excellent for nearby beaches and to the coastal path for walking.
The village shop is very well stocked for day to day needs.
The refrigerator is a little small if 10 adults were staying which could result in more supermarket runs.
Overall an excellent stay.
A brilliant stay! Penny was a fantastic host and couldn’t recommend this beautiful cottage more. I had 9 friends (mixture of husband and wives from Northern Ireland visiting this area for my wedding) they absolutely loved it. Clean, bigger rooms than I thought, everything you need is in the cottage. Thank you for a lovely stay Penny. I’ll 100% recommend
Perfect family cottage right in the heart of Thurlestone village. Had all amenities, very nicely furnished and great size for our party of 8 adults. Everything in working order, lovely and clean and easy to keep tidy. Will definitely go back !
Comfortable and spacious for three couples and two children. We would have appreciated more provision for small children - a stair gate, high chair and travel cot take up a lot of space in a family car but would fit easily into the property’s shed!
Thurlestone is a great place for an English seaside holiday
We had a great week at Shepherds’s Patch. However the phot is a little misleading as the tress around the house are now very high. This means the house is on the dark side with no view. The garden is small with limited space to sit out other than at the table.
The interior of the house is excellent with a very spacious kitchen and wonderful large table .
Easy to get to the village shop, the pub and local beaches.
First the directions to the property said travel through Modbury and Averton Gifford , you do go through Modbury but not Averton Gifford. YOU PASS AVERTON GIFFORD. The directions should be amended.
The internet at the property is dire, suggest you get a booster. When I first booked the property one of my main criteria was that it had a washer and dryer which was the initial description at this property, Its not until you go into the whole description that you find that it is a combination washer dryer. if you ever had one of these you will find it is useless. when you have 6 adults and 4 children you need a washing machine and a dryer.I will certainly be more careful next time.
It did not help that the drying area outside was abysmal covered in leaves did not get any air flow of sunshine the line was filthy and the drain from the over flow toilet was blocked which did not help the area. It also made the corner of the lounge smell damp.
It also did not help that there was no airer to hang clothes on despite showing on the description.
The toilet seat in the back yellow bedroom was loose, there seemed to be a lot of spiders around which seemed to amuse the children.
The cold tap in the shower bathroom of the double bedroom was not working properly.
Your letter also said that there was no hair dryer. There was. !
There is a mat outside the front door but no mat inside which makes for a area which can be wet. we always take our shoes of inside any house.
I think a note about reaching the property by stairs would be advisable it did not matter to us but may do to some people.
The kitchen was well equipped other than the washer/dryer.
We enjoyed our holiday, the weather was kind to us.
Very well appointed property. Picturesque area with lovely beaches. Enjoyed by the whole family.
Barbara F.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019
Verified
8/10 Good
G S.
21 May 2019
Lovely well equipped cottage
Great cottage for a large group
Well equipped ,warm and lots of hot water
Only niggle was lack of mirrors in top floor bedrooms and The guest information folder probably could do with updating and more comprehensive information ...it took awhile to work out how the Range ovens worked
Not helped by markings on the gauges bring almost worn away.
G S.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 23 March 2020
Thank you for your review.
About the host
Hosted by Penny Bigwood
We are a small family business specialising in producing comfortable 'home from home' type holiday cottages in Cornwall, Devon and the Cotswolds. Each of our properties featured are owned and managed by ourselves. The benefit of this is that we know each property personally and this helps us provide a better service. Many of our guests return on a regular basis and some come by recommendation. If you are new to us you will find 'the team' to be efficient and helpful even to the extent of helping you to find the property that suits your holiday requirements best. It is important to us to provide a service of good quality and we are always happy to hear from our visitors with ideas or suggestions to help improve the service.
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