About

Situated in one of the most idyllic waterfront locations on the English Riviera, Rose Cottage is a quaint thatched-roof self-catering cottage tucked away in an enviable, secluded spot overlooking Babbacombe Bay, Torquay. 

Idyllic Devon coastal location

With some of the English Riviera’s most breath-taking scenery to wake up to, Rose Cottage is the perfect coastal getaway for a romantic mini-break or a family holiday. Take in the South Devon local hospitality and finest produce, stunning landscape and Mediterranean-style climate.

This charming fully furnished holiday cottage sleeps up to 9 people and has 3 King Double guest rooms, 1 twin and a child’s single room.

Rose Cottage in Babbacombe, Torquay

Rose Cottage consists of 2 en-suite bathrooms and 1 family bathroom and a separate WC.  There are two spacious sitting rooms and a New England-style kitchen with all modern amenities including a dishwasher and cooker. On arrival you’ll receive a welcome hamper to make you feel really special and a mid-week housekeeping service is available if you’re planning a long stay. The cottage has a delightful, secluded patio and private garden area, perfect for barbecuing some delicious freshly caught seafood from England’s Seafood Coast.

Award winning Devon accommodation by the sea

This newly-restored elegant sea facing accommodation is less than a five-minute walk to neighbouring Cary Arms & Spa, an award-winning luxury boutique hotel and inn, where you can access the sunny private terrace and garden, dining area and full range of relaxing spa facilities including a hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room.

Rose Cottage is 0.5 miles from the picturesque Babbacombe Downs with plenty of traditional pubs with pretty floral displays and beer gardens, family-run cafes and tearooms serving Devon Cream Teas. There are spectacular sea views across Lyme Bay, along the Jurassic Coast towards Dorset as well as the famous Babbacombe Cliff Railway, Babbacombe Theatre, Babbacombe Model Village and at nearby St Marychurch (1.1 miles) you’ll find Bygones Museum and a popular shopping district with independent shops. Babbacombe Beach and Oddicombe Beach (0.9 miles) are a pebble’s throw away and accessible on foot, and a great choice for top family-friendly facilities, paddle-boarding, kayaking and other adventure and fun water sports.

There is a regular bus service (no.22) from Babbacombe Road to Torquay Harbourside (2.3miles) and (no122) to Paignton (5.7 miles). 

The surrounding 22 miles of stunning coastline forms part of the South West Coast Path and as Rose Cottage is a dog friendly venue, you can bring your four-legged friend along to enjoy the fresh air, large open green spaces and country and coastal walks.

Elegantly decorated throughout with contemporary furnishings and a nautical theme, this is the ultimate luxury holiday haven by the sea.