1 holiday cottages in Harbertonford
If you're looking to experience the relaxed pace of Devon life, yet want to be close to quirky Totnes, with its flourishing arts scene and myriad of shops, pubs and delis, a Harbertonford holiday cottage could be just what you're looking for.
This little working village is just a few miles away from the bohemian market town. Our holiday properties in Harbertonford include pretty terraced cottages with gardens tucked away in quiet side streets, making perfect hideaways for couples or families.
When you choose a holiday in Harbetonford, you can quickly and easily discover all that the South Hams is famous for. Within a few miles you can be in the wilds of Dartmoor to the north, or head south and be sitting on a wide sandy beach in no time. You are within easy reach of both quirky Totnes and historic Dartmouth, but also surrounded by beautiful countryside with some excellent walks and traditional waterside pubs.
Harbertonford itself is made up of tiny streets of pastel-painted terraced cottages either side of the main road linking Totnes to Kingsbridge. There's a pub, The Maltsters Arms, a 14th century church and a thriving village shop full of interesting local produce to try. For more varied shopping, in just a few minutes by car, you'll find yourself in quirky Totnes with its famous weekly markets, quirky, independent shops and myriad of places to eat and drink. A hub for the arts, culture and music, it's easy to spend a day browsing the independent galleries and shops that line the steep high street, stopping for something delicious from one of the street food sellers in the market.
Taking one of the lanes heading out of Harbertonford, you're quickly surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside - visit the pretty villages of Ashprington or Tuckenhay, both with excellent country pubs, or take a tour of nearby Sharpham Vineyard, set in an idyllic location on a bend of the majestic River Dart. Further south on the main road you'll come to the historic port of Dartmouth where you can visit Dartmouth Castle or Britannia Royal Naval College, hop on a ferry to Dittisham or Agatha Christie's holiday home, Greenaway House, or take to the water in a dinghy, kayak or paddleboard.
If you're looking for a day at the beach, within a short drive from Harbetonford you'll reach one of South Devon's most famous beaches, Blackpool Sands, as well as Slapton Sands, Thurlestone and Bantham.
Take your time to explore the stunning South Hams and all it has to offer when you book a relaxing holiday in Harbetonford.