Dawlish

The coastal town of Dawlish is renowned for its sandy beaches and picturesque lawns making it popular with both tourists and locals. Colourful floral displays border the brook which runs through the centre of town and is famous for its Black Swans. The town has retained its charm of a bygone era and has a strong seasonal trade with holiday makers taking advantage of the town and the nearby resort of Dawlish Warren. There is also a good local community which has been traditionally popular with retiring people, due to the expansion of the cathedral city of Exeter it attracts a wider variety of buyers. The centre of Dawlish has a wide range of local shops and amenities, it also boasts good communication routes with rail links (London Paddington) and local buses to Exeter, Torquay and Newton Abbot .The M5 motorway is close at hand and Dartmoor National Park is also easily accessable and is a haven for walkers and ramblers.  Within Dawlish there is a local museum charting the history of the town through the years as well as local exhibits.

Dawlish Warren

Approximately 1.5 miles from Dawlish is Dawlish Warren where there is a pleasant walk along the coastline and sea wall. It is situated on the mouth of the Exe estuary with excellent sailing facilities and there is a protected nature reserve for wildlife with an adjoining 18 hole golf course.  The summer months are extremely popular with visitors taking full advantage of the holiday facilities.

Cockwood

A little further along the coast is the picturesque and highly regarded harbour village of Cockwood with its renowned local public houses and restaurant.  This small village has an active community with other facilities including primary school and church.

Starcross

The neighbouring village of Starcross is about eight miles from Exeter with excellent bus and rail links. Overlooking the Exe Estuary the village has local shops including a Post Office and chemist.  Other amenities include primary school, church and doctors surgery. The sailing club has a unique location in Brunels famous Old Atmospheric Railway.

Holcombe

Nestling between Dawlish and Teignmouth is the pretty village of Holcombe with its origins around Smugglers Cove. Situated in the centre of the village is the Castle Inn and village hall. A coastal path runs from Holcombe to Dawlish with stunning views.

Teignmouth

Teignmouth has excellent shopping facilities and other amenities are close at hand. The town is a popular seaside resort with regular bus and rail links to: Paddington, Penzance, Newton Abbot, Torquay and the Cathedral city of Exeter; which is approximately 14 miles distance.

The town is known for its sandy beach, pier, lawns and having a working port.