The scent of salt air drifts in from the coast, and you wake to the calls of wading birds that give this place its name.
Sandpiper Lodge offers a choice between snug camping pods and guest house rooms, making it a flexible spot for couples after a proper bed or small groups wanting something between canvas and bricks. It's open all year, so whether you're here for a crisp winter weekend or a long summer stay, the welcome's the same. Dogs are worth asking about when you book — policies can vary depending on the accommodation type.
The setup here is straightforward and unfussy. Campfire rules are worth checking when you arrive, as they'll depend on the season and conditions. If you're an angler, Aqua Botanika is within easy reach for a day's fishing. The vibe is quiet and down-to-earth — a good base for exploring the surrounding area without the buzz of a big touring site, and the year-round opening means you can escape whenever the mood takes you.
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13 routes found via OpenStreetMap
Loops around Torquay's working harbour on flat, paved paths – ideal for buggies, toddlers, and dogs on leads. Passes colourful fishing boats, harbourside cafés, and Victorian pier architecture with sweeping views across Torbay. Easy waterfront stroll perfect for combining with ice cream stops and watching ferries come and go. Wheelchair accessible throughout, though busy in summer months.
Hugs dramatic Devon coastline with steep ascents and descents through woodland and open clifftops—expect a proper workout with some challenging gradients. Not suitable for buggies or very young children due to uneven terrain, steps, and cliff-edge exposure. Dogs welcome on leads, especially near livestock and cliff sections. Rewards with stunning red sandstone cliffs, secluded coves, and sweeping Torbay views that make the effort worthwhile—quintessential South West Coast Path walking.
Traces the legacy of John Musgrave through South Devon's gentle countryside, mixing quiet lanes with field paths and modest inclines suitable for families with older children—buggies will struggle on uneven sections. Dogs welcome throughout. Discover heritage plaques, historic farmsteads and rural vistas that tell the story of this 18th-century agricultural reformer, offering both historical interest and pleasant pastoral scenery often overlooked by visitors heading straight to the coast.
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