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5
Bedrooms
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10
Guests
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4
Bathrooms

Take in the stunning panoramic postcard views over the harbour from this iconic Salcombe house.

Sitting right on the waterfront, and in the epicentre of Salcombe, Cook’s Boathouse has its own slipway, jetty and running mooring. Spacious and comfortable, this is the perfect place for families or groups of friends.

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Why Finest Stays love this

Wonderful sunny terrace

Relax in the sunshine on the comfortable outdoor seating

Let me entertain you

Great entertaining space to enjoy socialising with your friends and family

Perfect for groups

A great house for groups of friends or family

Brilliantly central location

Step out of the house and be right in the action

Stunning waterfront views

Drink in the views from the ground floor terrace, master bedroom and living areas

Private running mooring

Slip away on your tender and explore the beautiful harbour

Cook's Boathouse Overview

Cook’s Boathouse is one of the most iconic buildings in Salcombe. Positioned right on the waterfront, with exceptional views, its own running mooring and private slipway, this is the ultimate way to experience Salcombe.

Cook’s Boatyard was one of the original boat building yards in Salcombe with legendary Harry Cook running a successful business. Following the decline of boatbuilding in the area, it was converted into a house where natural light floods through roof lights and by way of nautical circular windows.

Entering the house through the conservatory and into the bright hallway, you can walk out onto the sunny wooden terrace and jetty with steps down to the water. The terrace is the perfect spot for sunbathing, enjoying a glass of something chilled and taking in the action on the water. There is a boat store which leads out onto the tidal slipway and running mooring. (Please note that the running mooring is available for guest use but the boat store is not other than storing boating peripheries).

The ground floor also includes a large super king or twin bedroom and en suite bathroom, a practical utility room and additional shower room; great for hosing off sandy bodies after a day on the beach.

Up to the first floor you will find two more bedrooms and a shower room. The first bedroom is a sensational super king or twin room with seating area and stunning views over the water through a huge circular window. The second bedroom is a practical twin room.

The main living area and kitchen is also on the first floor and this is where the magic happens! The large indoor space encompasses the open plan kitchen, indoor dining and comfortable seating area with gas wood effect fire. This leads out onto the balcony with sensational views over the Salcombe estuary, the famous golden sandy beaches, surrounding countryside and up the Southpool creek. Views do not get better than this whilst enjoying your evening meal or breakfast in the sunshine with friends and family.

Stairs lead up to the second floor with two more bedrooms and a family bathroom. One bedroom is a well-sized twin room and the other is the master bedroom which has a small balcony in the apex of the roof line with panoramic views over Salcombe. There is nothing better than enjoying a cup of tea in bed whilst enjoying that sea view!

Running mooring immediately in front of property (max length of boat and outboard 15’).

Owners own boats will be stored in the boathouse; not available for use.

There are low walls and unguarded slipways within the grounds. With regret, this property is not suitable for children under 8 years of age or the less mobile and all young children must be supervised.

Dogs: Please note that Cook's Boathouse does not allow dogs so is perfect for those with no pets - for guests with allergies we cannot guarantee that pets have not been at the property

Floorplan

Layout

Ground Floor

  • Entrance conservatory and hallway
  • Boathouse leading to tidal slipway and running mooring
  • Terrace with charcoal BBQ, outdoor furniture and steps down to the water
  • Super king or twin bedroom with sitting area and en suite bathroom (bath with shower over, sink, WC)
  • Utility (washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, sink, drying area)
  • Wet room (shower, sink, WC)

First Floor

  • Open plan kitchen, dining and sitting area
  • Leads out to a balcony with dining tables and fantastic views over Salcombe
  • Super king or twin bedroom with sitting area and views over the water
  • Twin bedroom
  • Shower room (shower, sink, WC)

Second Floor

  • Master kingsize bedroom with balcony and views of the Salcombe Harbour
  • Twin bedroom
  • Family bathroom (bath with hand held shower over, sink, WC)

Outside Area

  • Boathouse leading to tidal slipway and running mooring
  • Terrace with charcoal barbecue, outdoor furniture and steps down to the water
  • Balcony on the first floor with dining tables and fantastic views over Salcombe

Finer Details

Appliances

  • TV in sitting area
  • Free WiFi throughout property
  • Kitchen with double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher
  • Music system in sitting area
  • Utility with washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer, sink, drying area

Facilities

  • Tidal slipway and jetty with steps to water
  • Ground floor terrace and balcony off sitting room with outdoor furniture

Parking

  • 1 x car parking permit provided (unreserved)

FAQs

Sleeps

10

Beds

  • 1 x King
  • 2 x Twins
  • 2 x Super King or Twin

Changeover Day

Thursday for peak periods, flexibility at other times and for short breaks

Arrival and Departure

Arrival from 4:00pm, departure by 10am

Coffee Machine

Nespresso Machine (takes original pods)

Wifi Speed

Upload Speed: 17.95 Mb/s
Download Speed: 48.76 Mb/s
Last checked on 25/01/2023

Bed Linen

High quality bed linen supplied and changed weekly

Toiletries

The White Company toiletries provided

Towels

Each guest has one hand towel and one bath sheet

Dog Friendly?

This property does not allow dogs.

Mobile Reception

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EV Charging Locations

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Additional Information

  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Slipway and tidal mooring (up to 15' with outboard)
  • Unsuitable for children under 8 as direct water access without a barrier
  • High chair and travel cot unavailable
  • Outside seating area with access to the water
  • One parking permit for the long stay car park at Creek End (summer) or Shadycombe (winter)
  • Iron and ironing board available
We provide a complimentary starter supply of essentials including toilet rolls, washing-up liquid and hand soap to help you settle in. If you’re staying longer than a few days, or prefer to have extras to hand, we recommend bringing along additional supplies for your self-catering stay.

If you’d like to check any specific information that isn't mentioned in our descriptions, please call us and speak to one of our Holiday Consultants or see our FAQ's page.

Parking Information

The owners have provided 1 x parking permit for the long stay car park in Salcombe. Creek Car Park is in operation 1st April - 30th September; use Shadycombe Car Park outside these dates. Please ensure you return the permit to the property at the end of your stay.

For any additional parking, there is free parking along Devon Road - spaces are not guaranteed but usually you can find something given a little patience! If you head along Devon Road (going towards North Sands rather than the end closer to town), there are some spaces under the trees which are not time restricted.

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Cook's Boathouse Location

Tucked away on the Southern Coast of Devon you will find Salcombe: an iconic seaside town renowned for it’s picturesque harbour, sun-soaked beaches and captivating coastlines. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Salcombe has been a holiday hot-spot for generations, proving a paradise for all the ages. Whether you’re looking to ride wild waters, hike through enchanting landscapes or simply lounge on golden sands, Salcombe will not disappoint.

Lining the beach is a vibrant harbour-side town brimming with treats from independent shops, restaurants and bars. This is where tourists and locals come together to create the cheerful atmosphere that Salcombe is famous for: after all, if your only concern is which food to try next or which beach to explore, you’ve got a reason to be cheerful.

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We absolutely loved Cooks Boat House. The location and views are amazing and the house worked really well for 3 generations of family for our Easter break. The slipway was an added bonus for our dinghy and the unexpected sunny days made for a 5* memorable stay.
Jane Multon
April 2026
We love staying in Cooks Boathouse. The kitchen/living room is the most beautiful room, opening out onto the veranda and the best view you could ever ask for. The main bedroom is similarly stunning. We also value having so much space, being right by the water and right in the centre of Salcombe too.
Ms Fell
July 2024
If you want to be in the heart of Salcombe then it doesn’t get much better than this house. Easy to walk to beach’s or catch the boat from the pier just outside. Really convenient for the shops of Salcombe too!
Ms Khosa
April 2024
We had a wonderful week in Cook’s Boathouse! 5 stars of course for Cooks Boathouse. It’s as perfect as ever
Ms Mitchell
September 2023
We loved the Cooks Boathouse! We thought it might be a little noisy of where it's positioned but to our surprise it wasn't at all. It really works for us as a family.
Mrs Pochin
August 2022
Wonderful time. Having the streets and shops of Salcombe on your doorstep but not 'in your face’ is a real bonus. And having our boat right there, ready to go anywhere, and being able to swim from the back door. What a sitting out area too!
Mrs Nell
August 2022
We really loved Cook's Boathouse. What we really appreciated was that view! Ever changing and such glorious light – and a constant source of entertainment for the grandchildren, with all the activity of the Harbour Masters ("The Police"!), the South Sands ferry, the water taxis and the Lifeboat.
Mrs Fell
July 2022