A detached cottage perched on the cliff edge it enjoys views across Start Bay.

In association with Trinity House, Rural Retreats are pleased to present Beacon Cottage at Start Point Lighthouse.

Beacon Cottage, sleeping six guests is one of two holiday cottages, perched on the cliff edge and available at the lighthouse. A location that offers a simply breath-taking panorama of sea views to the south and west and across Start Bay to the east.

The lighthouse lies on a dramatic headland above Start Bay in the South Hams, between Dartmouth and Salcombe and was built in 1863, electrified in 1959 and automated in 1993. Start Point lies 4 miles from the main road via narrow country lanes. The final stretch is a half-mile private, walled, tarmac drive which runs along the side of the headland. The drive is shared with walkers, forming part of the South West Coast Path. Guests can use the path to enjoy breath-taking cliff top walks in both directions. For sandy beaches, East Portlemouth, Slapton and Blackpool Sands are within a 20-minute drive of the lighthouse.

This holiday cottage at a glance:
Sleeps six guests.
Three bedrooms and one bathroom.
Decked patio area overlooking the cliffs and the sea.
WiFi.
Parking for two vehicles.
Sorry, the charging of an electric car is not permitted.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Babies under one year of age are welcome, however, for safety reasons, children must be over 11 years old.
This is an operational lighthouse with an automatic electronic fog signal. During occasional periods of fog and mist, ear plugs are provided for your comfort!
Minimum of a two night stay, prices quoted for two nights are only as a guide, please do contact the property manager for further details.

Additional Information:
Guests should note that, as well as walkers passing by the cottage on the coastal path, the lighthouse is open (subject to availability) to visitors from 10am-5pm Easter to October. If you would like to view the lighthouse, click here or telephone .
This is an operational lighthouse with an automatic electronic fog signal. During occasional periods of fog and mist, ear plugs are provided for your comfort!
Infants under one year of age are welcome, however, for safety reasons, children must be over 11 years old.
Travel cot and highchair available on request. No stairgate provided.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
Very limited mobile signal. A landline telephone is provided.
Guests should be aware that the lighthouses and equipment need regular and sometimes emergency maintenance. Therefore visits by maintenance staff may occur at any time during the year. However, staff will do their best to ensure guest privacy at all times.
Guests are reminded they are renting a heritage building, therefore certain features such as steps, stairs and floor levels may not comply with that of a modern building. As such, we would advise guests to acquaint themselves with the premises on arrival and exercise caution accordingly.
Access roads to the lighthouse site are narrow with limited passing places and, dependent on the season and site, there is the possibility of overhanging vegetation due to cutting restrictions during bird breeding seasons or other environmental reasons.
A barbecue is not provided, however guests are welcome to bring their own, subject to adhering to the safety precautions set out in the arrival information.
Sorry, no fireworks, drones or remote controlled flying equipment are permitted.
Sorry, the charging of an electric car is not permitted.
Given the remote locations of our cottages the Wi-Fi speed and availability cannot be guaranteed at this site The service offered is for light browsing and occasional use, services such as streaming and gaming may not be possible owing to the speeds obtainable.
Also, on this site is Landward Cottage, sleeping five guests.

Attractions and nearby amenities:
For a family day out visit Stoke Beach situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Within easy reach of the beach.
Walk some of the South West coastal path taking in the spectacular scenery.
Dartmoor National Park
Visit the seaside town of Salcombe.
Enjoy the day on a on the sea with Plymouth Boat Trips.
Why not try sea kayaking near Dartmouth.
Explore the English Heritage site of Dartmouth Castle.
Slapton Sands and Torcross beach.