Holiday rentals and lettings in Teignmouth

Enjoy the sound of the waves and the calls of the sea birds in a holiday rental overlooking the promenade and seafront of Teignmouth town. With properties right on the beachfront you can step right out onto the sand, ideal for family holidays! Rising behind the town are the green Devonshire hills, with holiday rentals for those who prefer absolute tranquillity, and outstanding views of both land and sea.

Teignmouth is famous for its pastel-coloured seafront homes, and wooden chalets, all of which have a divine old-worldly feel and are a delight to stay in. For those looking for more outdoor space than can be found in the centre of town, head to the hills for spacious holiday homes with lovely gardens. If you are taking a trip in winter, choose a holiday rental with a wood fire to make your family extra cosy in the evenings!

Teignmouth is a delightful Devonshire seaside resort, and is easy to get to, just south of Exeter and the M5, and a pleasant 3-hour’s drive from London. Teignmouth town forms a C shape around a huge natural harbour which has been a major trading port for Britain for over 300 years, particularly with fish from Newfoundland. It is still an active port, with grain, clay and timber products entering daily. Reaching across the harbour is Shaldon Bridge, linking Teignmouth to the town of the same name, and was when first constructed, the longest wooden bridge in England.

Packed with character, Teignmouth forms part of what’s known as the English Riviera – a stretch of southern English coastline loved for its warm climate and stunning countryside. Teignmouth’s long, sandy beach makes it the perfect holiday destination for young and old alike. Lining the promenade, which stretches for miles alongside the sands, are myriad cafes and restaurants as well as quaint shops to explore. Trains heading further into Devon, or back up the country, pass by close enough to wave at the passengers as they travel the coastal stretch of the railway.

With its miles of sandy beaches and temperate climate, Teignmouth is a true haven for families. The beaches are safely tucked inside the natural harbour, making the sea calm enough for paddling and swimming most of the year. After spending time on the beach, treat your family to an artisan ice cream, and spend some happy times in the penny arcades, set into the charming Regency beach-front buildings. If they are ready to move on from the beach, head down to The Den, an awesome playground with equipment for children of all ages to burn off energy together.

Check out the Teignmouth Arts Quarter, a chic and popular destination for those pursuing the weird, wonderful and beautiful. Not only will you find unique boutiques, antique shops and galleries, you can join in the creative process yourself with a vast array of workshop options. Choose from pottery workshops, learn to crochet, watercolour painting, portrait drawing and so much more! Numerous cafes and restaurants are ready to offer you refreshments during your exploration!

Enjoy a trip on England’s oldest passenger ferry, from Teignmouth to Shaldon. Experience a unique view of Teignmouth’s dramatic red cliffs from the water. Excellent service, fab prices, great views, a good shortcut, minimum waiting time, friendly staff… just perfect!

At the top of the cliffs surrounding Teignmouth, you’ll find Eastcliff Park, a haven of horticulture which includes The Dell, a sub-tropical garden, and Rowden’s Lawn, famous for its wild rhododendrons.

This unusual and innovative mini golf club has some unique features, including a fun tool to retrieve balls lost in the water! The mini golf club has a dinosaur theme for added amusement.

The Shaldon Wildlife Trust is a small zoo with some extraordinary animals. From mammals to birds to reptiles, Shaldon Wildlife Trust gives visitors a fascinating insight into some of the world’s most exotic species.

In the centre of Dawlish, just a few minutes’ drive from Teignmouth, you’ll find the striking black swans, originally brought to the area from New Zealand in 1906. Unusually long-necked, these swans are normally only seen in Australasia, so are a real treat for UK tourists.