Title: The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. Cottage in Plymouth with kitchen ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65350200/65350187/b0347485.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65350200/65350187/w2598h1948x0y1-127b2809.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![3 bedrooms, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65350200/65350187/7ba0fe89.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65350200/65350187/e34e1303.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/66000000/65360000/65350200/65350187/4974365f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location The Cockle, in the heart of South Devon’s countryside, offers a warm welcome with its open plan living space and enclosed garden. Unwind on the plush sofa while watching your favourite movie on the Freeview Smart TV or step outside to enjoy views of surrounding fields with sheep grazing. With three en-suite bedrooms and private parking for one car, this cottage is perfect for families exploring South Devon’s coastline. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6 ## Popular amenities - Washer - Parking available - Kitchen - Outdoor space - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast.. 2 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: 43" Freeview Smart TV, Patio Doors Leading To Garden Dining area. Kitchen area: Electric Oven, 2-Ring Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer Bedroom 1: Zip And Link Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet First Floor: Bedroom 2: Zip And Link Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet Bedroom 3: Zip And Link Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Gas central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot, highchair and stairgates available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed garden with patio and garden furniture. Private parking for 1 car; additional parking on pub car park. No smoking. Please note: Sorry, no hen or stag parties.. Mussel Inn Cottages in Down Thomas comprise of four luxurious three-bedroom holiday homes newly built in 2021, and they are set in a quiet spot next to the Mussel Inn pub. Just a 10 minute walk from Bovisand beach and with beautiful countryside views, these properties are the perfect base for being close to Plymouth, 6 miles away, yet still being in the heart of the glorious South Hams countryside. Each of the properties has three en-suite bedrooms, an open plan kitchen, living and dining area, underfloor heating downstairs and an enclosed garden with outdoor seating. They are the ultimate luxurious coastal retreats, boasting homeliness, style and charm. The Cockle is a spacious and beautifully furnished mid-terrace cottage. On entering the property, guests will love the contemporary open plan living area, dining area and kitchen which is spacious and full of light with a set of patio doors opening out into the garden. This is a lovely area to socialise and to plan your day of adventures. The kitchen is fully equipped with under counter fridge with ice box and built-in microwave and the dining area is a great space to enjoy a family meal. After a fun-filled day exploring South Devon, you can kick back on the plush sofa, relax and watch your favourite movie on the Freeview Smart TV. Stepping outside into the enclosed garden, there is plenty of outdoor seating with views out over the surrounding fields with sheep grazing, you can truly unwind here after a busy day exploring and walking the coastal paths. The first of the bedrooms is located on the ground floor with a kingsize zip and link bed which can be split into 2ft 6in single beds on request it has an en-suite bathroom with a shower over the bath, heading up to the first floor, you will find the other two bedrooms, both kingsize with zip and link beds, and they each have an en-suite shower room. This part of South Devon covers one of the most beautiful stretches of coastline in the UK from Dartmouth to Plymouth. Much of the coastal area is owned by the National Trust and designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The cottages are near the South West coastal path with exhilarating cliff top walks and beaches. Along the coast to the east is the River Yealm estuary and yachting haven of Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo. With beautiful surroundings and close to the sea, Mussel Inn Cottages are the perfect choice for a truly memorable family holiday. The Cockle can be booked together with The Tawny (ref UK33055), The Oyster (ref UK33056) and The Cowrie (ref UK33057) to accommodate up to 24 guests. Free WiFi There is an evening curfew for noise at the property. No stag, hen or other party bookings allowed. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher ### Bedrooms - 3 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 3 bathrooms - Towels provided ### Outdoor areas - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Things to do - Fishing - Golfing nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Microwave, oven, dishwasher, toaster](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/114000000/113960000/113955800/113955705/93b2948c.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 3 Bed - The Regency Suite by Pureserviced Barbican - Kitchen - Pet-friendly - Microwave CA $251 CA $426 total includes taxes & fees Nov 16 - Nov 17 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=113955705&PinnedHotelID=113955705&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![5 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104040000/104039200/104039181/0bbc582e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Hoe, Beautiful 5-Bedroom House, Garden, Secure Parking, Sleeps 12 Barbican - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=104039181&PinnedHotelID=104039181&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100850000/100846000/100845967/9025ae20.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Modern, Spacious 6-bed in Plymouth w/ Parking Mutley - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Outdoor space [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=100845967&PinnedHotelID=100845967&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Outdoor spa tub](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/93000000/92050000/92042300/92042294/f03bbe39.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Jungle Hot Tub, Outdoor Shower, Games Room, Free Netflix, 4 double bedrooms Peverell - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=92042294&PinnedHotelID=92042294&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83590000/83581300/83581249/dcdcc469.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Host & Stay | Sussex Place Barbican - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 6.0 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=83581249&PinnedHotelID=83581249&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/78000000/77960000/77952600/77952517/7c7e9840.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Luxury for 2024, Central Plymouth Home for 10 Barbican - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 1 review CA $192 CA $446 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=77952517&PinnedHotelID=77952517&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/71000000/70520000/70519500/70519487/ea25e584_edited_170e.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Beautiful Sea Front Cottage in the Ocean City Plymouth - Ocean view - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 5 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-16&endDate=2025-11-17&selected=70519487&PinnedHotelID=70519487&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/39000000/38050000/38043800/38043760/16177451.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 1 Elliot Terrace 4 bed duplex apartment in unrivalled location in the centre of Plymouth Hoe overloo Barbican - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 16 reviews CA $741 CA $741 total includes taxes & fees Nov 4 - Nov 5 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-04&endDate=2025-11-05&selected=38043760&PinnedHotelID=38043760&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33590000/33586000/33585908/7366cf64.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### 4 bed spacious modern townhouse with spectacular views over the River Tamar. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Down Thomas 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Down Thomas Near Plymouth Cottage 3 Bedroom Accommodation in Down Thomas Near Plymouth Plymouth su-UK33058-UK33058 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.33085%2C-4.10294&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=7jwEZ4YX0YTHKRBmc-GN0ta_f74=) Down Thomas near Plymouth #### What's nearby - Bovisand Bay Beach - 4 min drive - 2.1 km - Wembury Beach - 5 min drive - 2.4 km - National Marine Aquarium - 10 min drive - 6.9 km - University of Plymouth - 11 min drive - 7.6 km - Hoe Park - 11 min drive - 8.0 km #### Getting around - Ivybridge Station - 26 min drive - Newquay (NQY-Newquay Cornwall) - 87 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪McDonald's - ‬8 min drive - ‪The Ships Tavern - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Plymstock Inn - ‬7 min drive - ‪Odd Wheel - ‬6 min drive - ‪The Kings Arms - ‬8 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. pet-friendly? > Yes, pets are allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast.? > Check-in begins at 5:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast.? > Check-out is at 9:00 AM. ### Where is The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. located? > Situated in Plymouth, this cottage is 1 mi (1.7 km) from Bovisand Bay Beach and within 3 mi (5 km) of Wembury Beach and South Devon. Jennycliff Beach is 2.4 mi (3.9 km) away. ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## The Cockle is the perfect base for exploring the South Devon coast. 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