Get away for a beach holiday with friends or family plus your four-legged companions at this sweet cottage in Dawlish, it makes the perfect base for exploring the Devon coast and accessing everything in the pretty seaside town. You’ll find a cosy open-plan living space, two bedrooms, one with flexible beds which can be a king or twin room, and an enclosed garden.

The pretty cottage is bright and welcoming and has been thoughtfully furnished with everything you need for a comfy stay. Step inside the lounge/kitchen/diner where you can spend evenings chilling, chatting, and watching Netflix after enjoying a delicious meal in the dining area. The kitchen may be compact, but it has everything you need to rustle up tasty meals, as well as a coffee machine and a washing machine. There’s also a handy downstairs shower room for washing sand off after a day on the beach. Go up the cottage-style staircase to the two gorgeous bedrooms, a colourful king-size room, and a king/twin in relaxing neutrals. On warm days, take a drink outside to the spacious terraced garden with rooftop views and somewhere to sit while the pups play on the lawns, and a BBQ for dining al fresco.

Head to the golden sandy beach, less than 1 mile away, for a wander, to go paddling and relax with a good book. Explore the area on foot on the Exe Estuary Trail, which traces the estuary all the way to Exmouth (17.5 miles) passing some lovely waterside pubs en route or you can hop on the ferry from Starcross (4 miles) to Exmouth. Visit Powderham Castle to learn about the local history (5.5 miles) and spend the day in Exeter (13.5 miles), home to a stunning cathedral, museums, and lots of lovely shops and eateries.

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking

- 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin zip-and-link (can be made into a king-size on request)

- 1 shower room with WC

- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer section, coffee machine and washing machine

- Smart TV in lounge

- On-street parking (subject to availability)

- Beach, pub and shop under 1 mile