Enjoy great music and events in Shaldon

Summer draws nearer and why not spend a short break in Devon at one of our cottages in the beautiful South Devon town of Shaldon.

South Devon beaches retain Blue Flag status

A number of beaches in the Teignbridge area have retained their Blue Flag status, including our very own Ness Cove here in Shaldon.

Rare Bird spotted on Dartmoor

A rare vulture has been spotted on Dartmoor, and it is the first time the bird has been seen in Britain. The bearded vulture, also known as a lammergeyer, lives on the marrow from animal bones.

Five fun facts about South Devon

We may be slightly biased, but South Devon is a beautiful place to come and visit, and is steeped in weird and wonderful history.

Fun family activities near Shaldon

South Devon is the ideal destination for a family holiday, and you can really kick back and relax at our Shaldon holiday rentals. There are tonnes of attractions in South Devon for the whole family to enjoy too, take a look below at some of our favourites:

Science encourages beach holidays

We all know that taking a beach holiday is a relaxing experience, but now it is scientifically proven that you should be booking one!

Lots to do at Exmouth Festival

A ten-day festival from May 27 to June 5 in Exmouth will be brimming with activities that all the family can get involved with, from music, to art, theatre and treasure trails.

Traditional British seaside holiday back in fashion

The UK coastal areas are set to see an influx of holidaymakers heading to the regions this summer, as more Brits are planning to spend their summer holiday at a seaside location.

According to the results of the research, 58% of the 3000 people surveyed stated they will be heading to the coast.

The same research also found that us Brits will spend more than ever on our holidays, spending £729.80 on the breaks, which boosts the UK economy by almost £20bn. In 2013, the same survey found just 31% of people visited a coastal location, which shows the rise in popularity of the seaside holiday.

Fun, free activities in South Devon

May Bank Holidays are around the corner and May half-term coming up too, making it the perfect time of year to have a short break at our holiday homes in Shaldon.

We know holidays can be expensive too, so here are a few free – and fun – activities you can do around Shaldon and across South Devon that are perfect for a stress free day out in the warm spring weather.

Have a sandcastle building competition on Teignmouth beach! Every year the Teignmouth Regatta in August has a sandcastle building competition, but you can have one yourself just for the family!

View Shaldon from the skies

You might say we’re being a bit biased when we say this, but Shaldon is a particularly beautiful place of the UK!

Shaldon is often described as a hidden gem, tucked away from a lot of the hustle and bustle of everyday life. This unique charm makes it a perfect place to come on holiday for those looking for a quieter retreat.