Key Features
- Property code: THE19
- Changeover day: Friday
- Nearby shop
- Designated parking
- 2 or more bathrooms
- Discount for small parties
- Nearby pub or restaurant
- Dishwasher
- Central heating
- Garden or outside space
- Washing machine
- Ground floor accommodation
- Near Beach
Description
So named because the original owners were accomplished golfers, The Nineteenth is now enjoyed by a family of keen surfers and lovers of water sports. Refurbished throughout, this attractive property offers light and airy accommodation with wonderful views of the coastline and sea from many of the rooms and the sunny raised terrace. Located just a short walk from the sandy beach and the South West Coastal Path it’s hard to imagine a more idyllic spot, summer or winter, with so much for families and couples to do on the doorstep. The open plan living area provides a perfect venue for getting together with friends and family and the garden provides a sheltered spot to soak up some sun or dine alfresco. The Nineteenth is on one level and parking for two cars provides added convenience.
"….mesmerised by the views; delighted with the dog friendly food stops; lucky with the weather and utterly content with the house! ….had a absolutely wonderful holiday. Now so chilled we can barely pop our corks …”.
"Excellent location and very comfortable! A very well equipped and maintained property. Fantastic location for the beautiful beaches at Bigbury on sea. The surf school is brilliant and all just a short walk (5 mins max) from the house. We had our baby daughter with us so really appreciated not having to take a travel cot or high chair with us!"
Rear hallway (from parking area) to open plan living room. From the extensively glazed lounge area with twin sofas, additional beanbag and TV (Freeview) and DVD, large patio doors open onto the raised terrace with steps down to the front garden. Dining area with seating for 7 leads to a modern and spacious kitchen with electric hob, oven, larder fridge, separate freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Utility cupboard off hallway with washing machine and tumble dryer. Twin bedroom with two 3ft beds. Family bathroom with bath, shower over, hand basin and WC. Separate WC. Master bedroom with 5ft bed, en suite shower room with shower and hand basin (not WC). Double bedroom with superking size bed, (can be separated into two 3ft link beds) and full length 2ft 6in day bed.
Front garden with garden table and chairs. Rear garden with morning patio and bistro table and chairs. Outside shower facility and wet suit hanging area. All year south facing garden bench at front to enjoy sunshine whatever the season.
For two cars in front of garage, with access down slightly sloping pathway through rear garden.
- Included: Bed linen, towels (guests must bring their own beach towels), travel cot, high chair, electricity and central heating.
- Pets: 1 well behaved dog welcome (front garden not dog proof). Pet charge £25.00 per week.
- Telephone for incoming and emergency outgoing calls only. Mobile reception patchy. WiFi available.
- Local facilities: Two sandy beaches within 5 minutes walk. Discovery Surf School on beach. Beach shop 200 yards. Very well stocked local shop in St Ann's Chapel 3 miles. Venus Cafe on beach . Pubs: The Pilchard Inn on Burgh Island accessible at low water or by seasonal sea tractor and Pickwick Inn at St Ann's Chapel. Golf: Bigbury Golf Course I mile (pay and play). Thurlestone Golf Club 8 miles (handicap certificate required) Modbury 5.5 miles, Kingsbridge 6.5 miles, Salcombe 10 miles.
June 2018
See comments already made - it was a fabulous house and we have booked for next year!
October 2017
Just the most beautiful location. We loved the house, its layout and in particular the large sliding doors at the front which allow for the most amazing views. We will be back!
September 2017
Fantastic for us as a three generation family! Such a short walk to the beach meant we could go as often as we wanted. And what a beautiful part of England. We will be back
April 2017
The views from the property are simply stunning. It was very well equipped with everything our family needed. It was beautifully clean on arrival and the cream tea was a lovely and very welcome. We would love to return!
September 2016
It was our third visit to The Nineteenth and we enjoyed it as much this time as we did the previous times. After a day out or a walk from the property it is a very pleasant place to come back to relax in the garden or on the balcony.
July 2016
Wonderful location with excellent coastal views. The layout of the property is lovely and having two gardens was a real bonus.
June 2016
As ever an exceptional property . Everything a family could need for a splendid holiday is provided .
October 2014
have booked with toad hall now for five years, will continue
October 2014
We did not see the caretaker or owner so I have left the answer as average but that was fine with us. This property has amazing views from all angles and the sunsets from the balcony were beautiful.
July 2014
We had a great holiday and will probably book the accomodation again
April 2014
Had a great holiday and are hoping to book again for next year. Many thanks.
January 2014
The property did not disappoint. Excellent location and very comfortable !
September 2013
We spent a very good week at The Nineteenth and would certainly use Toad Hall Cottages again.
August 2013
The accommodation was excellent and the views are stunning! We loved it!
August 2013
A very well equipped and maintained property. Fantastic location for the beautiful beaches at Bigbury on sea. The surf school is brilliant and all just a short walk (5 mins max) from the house. We had our baby daughter with us so really appreciated not having to take a travel cot or high chair with us!
June 2013
we had a fabulous stay and property was well equipped. Whenever I phoned Toad hall cottages everyone I spoke to was polite and happy to help. Thank you
Venus Café - Bigbury
(Less than a mile)
Welcoming and friendly, this branch of the Venus Café has lots of delicious options for children and adults alike. Homemade Devon burgers, breakfast baps, cakes, coffee’s and ice creams are available either to eat on the terrace or take away.
The Venus Café Warren Road, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4AZ (T: 01548 810141)
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Great burgers! Right by the beach. Busy in the summer but I guess that's a good sign!!
December 2016
Reliably great food though very busy at peak times so go early! Also love the Venus at the Dartington Centre.
April 2017
April 2017
The best coffee we had all holiday!
July 2017
The Pilchard Inn
(Less than a mile)
Reached either by foot across the beach or at high tide by sea tractor, this 700 year old pub once popular with fishermen and smugglers, has wonderful views and is an atmospheric spot to stop for a pint of Pilchard Ale and a baguette. Owned by the Burgh Island hotel, one bar is for hotel guests only and one public.
The Pilchard Inn, Burgh Island, Bigbury-on-Sea TQ7 4BG (T: 01548 810514)
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Proper smugglers' tavern in a brilliant location. We sat outside in the sun while the kids played down on the beach. Perfect! Didn't try the food.
December 2016
Very atmospheric tho the food is limited with sandwiches being brought down from the hotel so you can't ask, for example, for cheese and chutney without the chutney for fussy children! Having spent many holidays in Bigbury on Sea no visit is complete without a wander over to The Pilchard at low tide. Parents can sit above the beach and watch the small ones rockpooling in safety. Its magic!
April 2017
Lovely old pub over looking the beach and water but service inefficient
April 2017
Overpriced food, felt very unwelcome as only as small section of the pub is available to non-residents, so you are made to feel like second class citizens.
June 2017
Would be nice if it stayed open for a drink in the evening.
August 2017
Very disappointed. Felt as if we were a tolerated rather than welcomed. Signs forbidding entrance to one of the bars and when we walked into the only permitted bar the staff member couldn't get back to his own coffee and conversation quick enough.
November 2017
The Gastrobus
(Less than a mile)
A great mobile café selling high quality burgers, breakfast baps and other light meals, cakes, coffees and ice creams in an idyllic location next to Bantham Beach. Open every day, weather permitting.
The Gastrobus, Bantham Beach, Bantham TQ7 3AN
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AMAZING burgers!!!
December 2016
Great coffee, great location, great food. Perfect!
December 2016
Great location, good food and definitely worth a visit
May 2017
Cream teas in a box to enjoy on the beach - awesome! Every beach should have one!
June 2017
Very friendly staff, lovely selection of delicious snacks
June 2017
Great gastrobus the cakes & food looked fab, we went for local ice creams which were very delicious & good choice of flavours
November 2017
The Journeys End Inn
(Less than a mile)
A good combination of friendly village local and destination food pub with plenty of space including a large beer garden for summer and cosy open fires in winter. The chef draws on his travels to create high quality British and Thai cuisine along with tempting deserts and healthy kid’s options.
The Journeys End Inn Ringmore, Kingsbridge TQ7 4HL (T: 01548 810205)
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Our favourite pub, ever, in the world (and we've been around a bit!) We return again and again and again! The noodle dishes are amazing; I always promise myself I'll try something different but still keep gorging on noodles! Very excited to actually be staying in Ringmore this time round (usually we are in Bigbury on Sea) so plan lots of meals here! The beer battered cod was great too and nearly defeated a ravenous young chap - no mean feat! The building itself is brilliant with lots of little rooms and a great atmosphere. When we were there last they were setting up a pizza oven in the garden...can't wait to go back and try it! Yum yum!
April 2017
It looks so beautiful from the pictures, well it could be, under electric box cupboard and the dining room windowsill the cobwebs where that big we had clean them away. The bedroom with 3/4 bed was only big enough to house the bed no room either side. The armchair in the living room wasn't good to sit in it had collapsed & every time you sat in it you fell through it. Towels didn't smell fresh had to wash them before we could use them.
June 2017
Fabulous country pub excellent food, service and ale a wonderful experience chef here is exceptional
July 2017
This delightful quintessentially 'olde world' country pub would make a good destination for lunch after a morning down at Ayrmer Cove. There's a link between the pub and the play of the same name written in 1928 by the writer RC Sherriff. Have a stroll around the impossibly pretty village of Ringmore and don't leave without visiting the 13th century church of All Hallows, where there's a magnificent and rare medieval wall painting.
September 2017
The Sloop Inn
(2 miles)
This historic pub, full of period features in the pretty village of Bantham, is a great spot to enjoy well-cooked classic meals or a pint after a day spent on the beach or walking the South West Coast Path. Menu’s change on a daily basis and children and dogs are welcome.
The Sloop Inn , Bantham TQ7 3AJ (T: 01548 560489)
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Brilliant pub. Love the village so much and spent every night in here during our stay. Great pub food, dogs welcome and a cosy fire. Want to come back now please!!!
December 2016
A wonderful Sunday lunch - all it should be, in a relaxed and untarted-up - honest pub.
March 2017
First rate sandwiches, very good and friendly service.
April 2017
Back to the Sloop for burgers. Good portions, nicely presented. Great value. Always a good atmostphere and they are renovating the restaurant so should be even better.
April 2017
Obviously a decent 'local' with good beer, a reasonable menu (with a small choice for vegetarians) and obliging staff - once you can get to the bar past the rather loud, clustered regulars ... It was a shame that the only vegetarian starter was 'off' when we visited, but in retrospect we ate very well and would probably have regretted it anyway. The food we received was very good - no complaints at all.
April 2017
We have been going to the Sloop for many years and enjoyed the food. However, this year..on Easter Monday...having booked a table for 9 people at 6.30pm...we tried to order food and almost everything was sold out. This was extremely disappointing and rather spoilt our stay. We left and went to a nearby restaurant which wss very pleasant and had almost everything on the menu. We were told that the Sloop had been busier than usual and had been unable to get further supplies due to the holiday. This has been the same situation for the last 15 yrs we have been going there and we havent had this problem before. Very disappointing.
April 2017
Good menu and food though the pub is a bit tatty, however, they are doing a refurbishment in May so this might improve it.
May 2017
Lovely pub, the restaurant has been recently refurbished and has a lovely modern feel. Both the food and service were excellent.
June 2017
Lovely waitresses, good solid food, not so friendly bar staff
June 2017
The biggest fish and chips ever and lovely too really enjoyed our meal here
July 2017
Beautiful pub inside and out -clever blend of old and new decor and furnishings without being too rustic. Very welcoming and polite staff and great food. Car parking to rear. Best place on our Devon week. Will definitely return. Thank you.
September 2017
Excellent pub, lovely food, great atmosphere and very welcoming - even to our large noisy group - had a great evening here. Dogs welcomed too !
November 2017
Discovery Surf School
(Less than a mile)
Based at Bigbury-on-Sea and Challaborough Bay, Discovery Surf is a fun, friendly and professional environment where the team always have a smile and a word of encouragement to go with their expert tuition. Providing the opportunity to quite literally interact with South Devon’s primary asset - the environment - they offer lessons, courses and equipment hire, as well as Stand Up Paddleboarding and Kayaking.
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Had a great lesson with Discovery Surf. Two hours on the Sedgewell side of Bigbury Beach. All equipment provided, the guys really knew their stuff and we were on our feet in no time. Such a buzz, definitely recommend trying it out if you've not surfed before or want to build up your confidence in the sea.
December 2016
Excellent lesson in tough conditions on a windy down a Bigbury, really clear instruction, great place to srat and get in to surfing
December 2016
Bigbury Golf Club
(2 miles)
A friendly cliff top golf course close to Kingsbridge, Bigbury Golf Club is a links course with spectacular views of the South Devon coast. It is an 18-hole course where you can play as an individual or as part of a group. It’s 6,035 yards for men, 5,544 for ladies and par is 70 and 73 respectively. There’s a clubhouse with a restaurant and bar, but remember that dress should be smart/casual at all times, and in the clubhouse they ask that you don’t wear golf shoes, hats, untailored shorts, general beach wear, collarless tee shirts and non-golf sportswear like tracksuits and rugby shirts. The club offers rates for groups of 6-14 and society golf days for numbers over 14. Green fees are seasonal and depend on the time of day that you’re visiting so keep an eye on the website for full details.
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Friendly and a lovely course, with great views. Tricky in any wind!
May 2017
Good course to play. Very hilly on the front 9. Don't forget the VIP card for the discount. You can book tee times on their website. Take plenty of balls if it's windy. ????
June 2017
Bantham Surfing Academy
(2 miles)
Operating from the car park at postcard perfect surfer’s paradise Bantham Beach, Bantham Surfing Academy is run by experienced SurfingGB qualified instructors who offer tuition and coaching for all levels, including beginners, as well as supervised surfing sessions and a Kids Club. In addition to surfing lessons, the team offer Stand Up Paddle Boarding lessons, hire and tours around Burgh Island and the River Avon, and lifeguard and surf instructor tuition and qualifications.
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My granddaughter had expert tuition and was so thrilled to be able to stand on her board. She was well looked after (5yrs)
August 2017
Thurlestone Golf Club
(2 miles)
On the coast with spectacular views of the sea, Thurlestone Golf Club can be seen from the beach and is fortunate enough to be on a beautiful section of the South West Coast Path. The 18-hole course is a mix of links and cliff top terrain and aims to cater to all ages and abilities with a variety of tees. All visitors are welcome and will be pleased to know that there are two bars on site as well as a separate dining room. Green fees vary according to the season but start at £36 per person in the low season. As with most golf courses, there is a dress code so golf shoes must be worn and denim isn’t allowed, but a full list or restrictions are listed on their main website.
Moving Tides
(4 miles)
Moving Tides offers sea kayaking trips and courses for older children and adults around the beautiful South Hams coastline and estuaries. Run by highly qualified BSU guides, this is an exhilarating way to get out on the water and explore the areas secluded coves and beaches, experiencing all kinds of wildlife along the way. Top of the range equipment is provided to ensure everyone's experience is warm, safe and fun.
Click here or call 07732 145463 for further information
Bigbury on Sea
(Less than a mile)
It won’t come as a surprise to anyone who has visited that Bigbury on Sea is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Perfect for sand castles and rock pooling as well as tucking into lengthy summer picnics, it is an unusual beach to visit because the tide comes in from both sides. As a result, it is an endless source of fascination for children, not least for its sea tractor which provides transport from one end of the beach to the other in order to reach Burgh Island. Burgh Island is connected to mainland England by the beach alone, it’s home to the famous art deco Burgh Island Hotel which has hosted Agatha Christie and Noel Coward since its incarnation in 1929, and has even made an appearance in the TV adaptation of Christie’s Poirot. On a practical note there is on-site parking available close to the beach with daily charges from £3.50. Toilets and shower facilities with disabled access are also nearby, and lifeguards are present from May to September. The Venus café offers teas, coffees and other refreshments including the ice creams that are of such fundamental importance for a day at the beach. Meanwhile, dog lovers will be pleased to know that four legged friends are welcome at Bigbury on Sea, but restrictions apply from 1st May until 30th September. Ultimately, Bigbury on Sea is a supremely beautiful location and fun family day out with abundant wildlife to enjoy and coastal footpaths to explore as well, making it a wonderful destination to visit on holiday in Devon, no matter what time of the year it is.
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Fantastic unique place with sea both sides of the beach when the tide is out and Burgh Island to walk to with a lovely old pub but inefficient service.
April 2017
Rather run down and disappointing that visitors are made to feel rather unwanted with only a small section of the pub open to non-residents and the hotel off limits completely to non-residents. View from the top lovely, but I wouldn't drive miles and miles to visit. What attracted me was the parting of the sea and that was a lovely view
June 2017
Lovely place. Child friendly with fantastic views. Only downside is the dogs that are allowed on. It can get very busy in high season and the dogs can be a pain if running loose especially if you have got little ones. We have got a dog so it's not because we aren't dog lovers!
July 2017
Great beach for walking the dog - only part of the beach is restricted. Not overcrowded as we visited out of season and some lovely views in all directions.
September 2017
Perfect location. Excellent to walk across the tombolo and explore the island. Very safe for dogs. We visited on a very sunny day in April and were lucky to get a free parking spot right by the slipway. Views from the top are wonderful. Watching the waves meet from both directions is fascinating.
April 2018
Bantham Beach
(Less than a mile)
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Fantastic sandy beach and so big. My dog loved running around and jumping into the water. Plenty of space for all.
April 2017
A short walk (less than a mile) from Thurlestone, this is a stunning beach. Lots of shallow water with sand underfoot, truly amazing.
July 2017
Beautiful beach. Nightmare of a road (especially in high season) to get to it. Worth it though when you get there.
July 2017
Can get busy with surfers, but a beautiful place with a wide sandy beach. Lots of room for everyone.
April 2018
Challaborough Bay
(Less than a mile)
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Lovely beach
April 2017
Ayrmer Cove
(Less than a mile)
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Gorgeous beach for an evening swim and barbecue. So peaceful and beautiful
June 2017
Simply stunning and well worth the steep (ish) walk down from the National Trust car park at Ringmore. When there - it's hard to imagine the horrors of today's modern world.
September 2017
Well worth the walk with beautiful views of Burgh island from the coast path. We were the only ones there on a very sunny day in April. Perfect.
April 2018
Leas Foot Sands
(2 miles)
A small sandy beach belonging to Thurlestone Golf Club, those who have been on regular Devon weekend breaks and holidays will have seen this beach change somewhat in recent years thanks to storm damage, but the evolving landscape merely adds to its charm. A 200-metre walk down a paved path from the golf club and its car park and you find yourself heading down a gentle slope onto the sand, with the option of enjoying the beach in its own right or walking along the coast in either direction towards Bantham or South Milton Sands. Dogs are allowed here at any time, which of course adds to the appeal for walkers, and if you fancy stopping somewhere for lunch then Thurlestone village nearby is home to a charming pub that’s cryptically named The Village Inn, which is suitable for the whole family and wonderfully cosy in the winter months. Alternatively head to the Beachhouse café at South Milton for lunches and evenings meals with a view of the sunset, or cups of tea and brownies from the Gastrobus at Bantham. It is one of the area’s quieter beaches, often acting as a place to wander past rather than one to spend the whole day on, but given its easy access and the proximity of the car park, and the golf club, it’s a delightful little spot in which to while away the afternoon.
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A very nice beach with quite a lot of sand at times. So easy to access, even managed to get both (octogenarian) parents to it and my mother in the sea for a paddle!
July 2017
This is possibly the best beach in the whole of England
July 2017