Buckland Court, Slapton

Luxury Holiday Homes

Buckland – Slapton – Kingsbridge – Devon

Welcome to Buckland Court

The South Hams is Devon’s jewel in the crown, with picturesque estuaries and a stunning coastline having miles of unspoilt beaches and hidden coves to a lush hinterland that extends to the wild, untamed heathland of Dartmoor; there is variety for all to explore and enjoy.

From the richly wooded Dart Valley, the historic deep water port of Dartmouth and all the way to Bigbury Bay and Burgh Island.
Cherry & Oak holiday cottages, together with Buckland House in Slapton, are ideally placed for all the attractions of this beautiful corner of South Devon. Having one of the mildest climates in Britain with long summers, warm autumns and mild winters to enjoy at any time of the year.

The South Hams is a quieter region of South Devon located south of Dartmoor and southwest of Torquay with its exceptional beauty and contrast — a rural patchwork of fields, woodlands, rivers, estuaries, rolling hills and moorland that surrounds historic towns and pretty villages. Much of the spectacular sixty mile coastline and countryside is protected, with it’s sweeping beaches and coves, this National Landscape is ideal for an active family holiday, walking holidays or short breaks.

Buckland Court is located in a tranquil sheltered valley surrounded by farming countryside between two of the West country’s most popular sailing centres of Salcombe and the river Dart, inland from the historic village of Slapton, with its world-famous Slapton Ley nature reserve and Slapton Sands, the three-mile beach that stretches from Torcross to Strete Gate.

We are 10 minutes away from the Blue Flag beach at Blackpool Sands and about 20 minutes from a surfing beach at Bantham, as well as eleven of the best natural beaches to be found in the UK, including Slapton Sands, Beesands, Lannacombe, East Portlemouth and Bantham and five river estuaries including the Dart, Avon, Yealm, Erme and Gara.

There is easy access to the South West Coast Path for walking and the wilderness of Dartmoor for walking, climbing and riding.
The South Hams is a Mecca for rambling, bird-watching, swimming, surfing, horse riding, golf, fishing, boating, and sailing. Or just chill out and have fun by visiting our local Gastro pubs and restaurants.

Buckland House

Buckland House is a pet friendly, luxury holiday accommodation. Located in a secluded valley among farmland two miles inland from Slapton Sands, and only 3 miles to the popular Blackpool Sands.

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Cherry Cottage

Cherry is the last Cottage to be built at Buckland Court. This very spacious high quality property in the Upper Courtyard is one of three mews cottages built with a sensitive application of both modern and traditional stone materials.

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Oak Cottage

Welcome to Oak Cottage, a charming retreat nestled in the heart of nature. Surrounded by ancient oak trees, this cozy cottage offers the perfect blend of rustic charm and modern comfort.

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Where to Visit During Your Stay

There are many historic National Trust houses to visit, including Agatha Christie’s Greenway, as well as a local vineyard (with award-winning wines) at Sharpham.
Buckland Court holiday cottages and houses offer a high standard of accommodation attractively situated around pretty flower-filled courtyards.

An archway opens onto delightful secluded valley gardens with a waterfall and spring-fed duck ponds in over one and a half acres of grounds with a badminton/cricket area with built-in barbecues.

For alfresco meals, there’s a cafe table and chairs in the sunken part of the garden near the waterfall with views down the wooded valley and over the fields. In spring, it’s full of snowdrops, bluebells and pink campions.
Buckland House is a large, elegant Grade II listed Georgian farmhouse circa 1750 remodelled in the Regency style as a gentleman farmer’s residence in 1860.

Offering high-quality self-contained accommodation for two or more families, tastefully furnished in keeping with the property, this lovely family home offers an opportunity to enjoy a holiday in comfortable surroundings and its own large private gardens.