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The Retreat, Brixham

The Retreat, Brixham

4.5
out of 5
Ratings from 17 reviews
88% of guests
recommend
Cleanliness
4.4
Comfort
4.6
Condition
4.2
Location
4.9
Value
4.4
Customer
Service
4.8


Set just a short walk up from the harbour and marina, The Retreat offers guests a fully kitted out and beautifully furnished holiday pad that’s within easy reach of the town’s restaurants, shops and beaches where all the family can enjoy the delights of coastal life in complete comfort. Inside, the home is light, bright, clean and spacious, with plenty of room for relaxation and socialising. Arranged over two floors, upstairs there’s a large open plan kitchen/diner, and living room which has sliding doors that lead on to a furnished balcony with sea views in the distance. The family bathroom with a separate shower and bath along with two generous bedrooms are also on this floor, both of which are tastefully styled and feature king size beds as well as plenty of storage.

Downstairs, the home’s third bedroom has ‘zip and link’ twin beds which can be made up as a king, to offer versatility to suit all guest parties. There’s also a cloakroom and utility as well as a movie room, with bean bags and a large flat screen TV where you can dim the lights, grab the popcorn and settle in for your very own cinema experience. To the back of the property, a terrific garden with decked patio, BBQ and dining suite means outdoor dining and entertainment are firmly on the agenda, and guests with dogs and / or children can watch them play in the sunshine as lunch sizzles away on the grill.

Brixham is one of Devon’s most popular holiday destinations and it’s easy to see why. With a working harbour and famous fish quay, freshly caught local seafood graces many of its restaurants’ menus including Rockfish, Simply Fish, Beamers and Alberos. The town is also awash with independent shops, cafes and bakeries, with The Wine Loft a must-visit spot for anyone who enjoys speciality wines and deliciously paired nibbles. The coast path makes a lovely day out whether walking up to Berry Head Nature Reserve or down to the coves at Fishcombe and Churston, and visitors with pushchairs or limited mobility can enjoy a gentle stroll along the Breakwater; an ice cream in hand of course!

Another enjoyable stay

Review submitted on Mon, 09 Mar 2026
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have now been here 3 times. The location is great. We had a problem with some lights but that was sorted straight away.

Nina from Bristol stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 3 nights in February 2026


Indigo- Luxury Coastal replied 23 days ago
Hi Nina, thank you so much for your lovely review. Its amazing to hear that you have been here 3 times! Thank you for letting us know that the location is great, I have passed onto the Owner that you had an issue with some lights so this can be looked into. We do hope to welcome you back for another stay. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

Perfect place to stay

Review submitted on Thu, 19 Feb 2026
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really lovely home which was ideal for our short break in Brixham. Warm and comfortable with everything we needed. Spotlessly clean and well maintained.

Martyn from Kingswinford stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 4 nights in January 2026


Josh - Luxury Coastal replied 40 days ago
Hi Martyn, Thanks for taking the time to leave your lovely feedback - it's wonderful to hear that you had everything you wanted for a relaxing time in Brixham! We're glad you appreciated the attention to detail put in during the changeover, as it's always a point to ensure everything is clean and up to standard! We're really happy you had such a great time, and hope to welcome you back for an even better stay in the future! All the best, Luxury Coastal

Perfect location near to harbour

Review submitted on Mon, 24 Nov 2025
4.8
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Really lovely property. Very clean. 10 minute walk to harbour. The rug in the lounge had some dirty marks on it and needs washing and a few on the sofas. There was only 1 toilet roll in the downstairs toilet and upstairs bathroom for 6 people. Also, no dishwasher tablet or washing up cloth and tea towel. Stay in many self catering places and have never had this before. Only 3 decent wine glasses. Others were gin glasses. No bread knife either. Very steep steps outside to garden and although hand rails this would be difficult for small children and elderly to enjoy the garden. No lightbulb in downstairs bedroom or movie room. Broken chair and parasol left in garden at side of shed. This should have been removed. Central heating was very good and easy to use.

Guest from Gloucester stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 3 nights in November 2025


Nichola - The Luxury Coastal Team replied 128 days ago
Thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We are delighted to hear that you found the property lovely, clean and found the property was close to the harbour. Thank you for your feedback about some of the issues that you experienced during your stay. I have passed them to the owner to review. We hope you enjoyed the local area of Brixham and look forward to welcoming you back in the future

Great value for money

Review submitted on Sat, 08 Mar 2025
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Lovely location, great for the family and dog friendly. Easy to get into the town and lovely places to eat.

Guest from Bristol stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 3 nights in February 2025


Charlie - the Luxury Coastal team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Nina, Thankyou for taking time to leave a review. We are glad you found the Retreat Brixham a lovely location and found it perfect for your family and your dog. We would love to welcome you back in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

We love it!

Review submitted on Sun, 06 Oct 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
This was another fabulous holiday! Stayed 2 weeks this time and booked again for next year. Ideal location close (easy walk) to the centre of Brixham and all its fabulous local shops. Highly recommend The Bay Coffee shop and Brixham maid!

Corrie from North Shields stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 16 nights in September 2024


Emma - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Corrie, Thank you for your review. We’re thrilled to hear that you had another fabulous holiday and enjoyed your two-week stay. We’re delighted that you’ve already booked again for next year and appreciate you sharing your recommendations for The Bay Coffee Shop and Brixham Maid. We look forward to welcoming you back for another amazing stay. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Brixham stay

Review submitted on Fri, 30 Aug 2024
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An excellent property to explore Brixham and surrounding areas. Very comfortable with all amenities provided for. Children loved the movie room and had a nice garden for barbecues in the summer. An easy walk in to Brixham harbour and good parking space available.

Nishan from Poole stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in August 2024


James - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Nishan, thank you so much for your review. We're thrilled to hear that you enjoyed your stay at The Retreat in Brixham and that all the family enjoyed their stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes, James

Disappointed

Review submitted on Fri, 16 Aug 2024
3.5
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
2.0
Location
5.0
Value
3.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Unfortunately, I have to agree with the most recent reviews for this property - in that it needs some TLC.

The property isn't awful - far from it, and we really enjoyed our stay. However, the niggles started to add up over the course of the week. This made for a slightly disappointing experience overall.

When you enter the property, you are immediately faced with a skirting board covered in some fairly significant paint chips (presumably from people bashing their luggage against it). It's only a small thing, but it's not a great first impression and it almost sets the tone for the rest of the property. A lick of paint would make a huge difference here - as it would in other areas.

The outdoor furniture needs to be replaced, one of the window panes in the living area has blown and needs to be replaced, the rug in the living area is on its last legs and needs to be replaced, one of the upstairs blinds (in the bedroom facing the garden) is broken and needs to be replaced, and there was an unpleasant damp smell downstairs.

We were also disappointed with the cleanliness of the property. There were cobwebs all over the property (around light fittings and radiators) and we had to re-wash the cutlery and glasses. There were also other niggles such as no toilet brush or hand towel in the upstairs bathroom (which is the main bathroom in the property).

None of the issues are unsurmountable and many are easily fixed, but they take the shine off of the property.

In terms of positives, it's in a great location (a 5/10 minute walk from the town and harbour), there is a great view of the harbour from the living area, parking is great, the rear garden is extremely secure and the living area and kitchen (in particular) are very nicely done. The property isn't lacking in any way, but it needs some TLC to make it a top quality option once again.


Colin from Wickford stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in August 2024


Chloe-Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Colin, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for the valuable feedback. Since your stay we have repainted the inside of the property including the skirting board to ensure guests first impression is improved! The outdoor furniture and carpet is in the process of being replaced shortly, the window and blind replacement will also be looked into. A ventilation system has also been put in to ensure they are no damp smells in the property, we have passed over your feedback regarding the cleanliness. We are glad to hear you enjoyed the location and views from the property. We hope to welcome you back in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Good location but lots of TLC needed

Review submitted on Mon, 01 Jul 2024
2.7
out of 5

Guest doesn't recommend this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
4.0
Value
2.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Good location and the potential to be a perfect property with an attractive garden.
But cleanliness was poor the carpets needed a good hoover and there was tar on the lounge floor which I believe originated on the balcony, and there was lots of dust around.
The garden needed lots of attention, the lawn was mown during our stay but there was lots of weeds growing between slabs and along the borders.
The balcony which had beautiful views was dirty I had to remove a dead bird and dog poo both of which had been there for some time.
The balcony furniture was covered in cobwebs and two of the chairs were broken.
The rail on the back stairs was broken but after reporting twice this was repaired.


Julie from Coalville stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in June 2024


Mary replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Julie, thank you for taking the time to leave a review, as you know, we have been in touch with you whilst you were away and since your return. We were very sorry to learn of the problems that you encountered during your stay and the local contact came out to assist you and make right some of the issues so that you could still enjoy your stay, including fixing the broken rail. The owner and the local contact are working hard to rectify everything else that couldn't be sorted during your stay, including replacing the broken chairs . We are pleased to hear you liked the location. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

Time for a refresh

Review submitted on Fri, 21 Jun 2024
3.5
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
2.0
Comfort
3.0
Condition
2.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The layout of upstairs is great, but all the paintwork is in need of a refresh. The balcony is a lot narrower and outdoor furniture should be replaced with all weather furniture and give the it some general TLC.
Downstairs is a wasted space. It's smells damp, even leaving doors open to get some air circulation.
The back garden is a gem. It's secure for your children or furry child, not overlooked. The access to it again needs TLC. Get rid of the weeds. Sort out the wobbly railings and paint up with some colour. We were very lucky with weather and spend most of our evenings enjoying the quiet and sunshine in the garden.


Michelle from Wolverhampton stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in June 2024


Chloe-Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Michelle, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review and for passing over feedback, this is always welcomed and appreciated. The painting is booked in to be done and the garden furniture is being looked at for replacing. When passing over the feedback to the housekeeping team they did mention you spoke with them but did not bring up any issues which if you had may of allowed them to rectify some of the issues. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Great house in a good location

Review submitted on Tue, 18 Jun 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Great house in a good location, close to the harbour, beach and seapool with parking at the property and a nice garden.
The bedrooms are all a good size with plenty of storage
The house is well equipped and comfortable and we had a great week with decent weather.
We loved the Berry Head Hotel and also the Cafe, lovely food and fantastic views.
Can also recommend the Liberty cocktail / gin / tea palace in the harbour, they do a very nice crab sandwich.
St Mary’s beach is also worth a visit.
We also went to Paignton which is close by for the funfair and the pier and beaches.
When we arrived the twin beds in the downstairs bedroom were not configured into a double as requested, I emailed the company and they responded immediately, the housekeeper contacted me and came to the house and it was sorted straight away, great service.







Susan from Peterborough stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 9 nights in May 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Susan, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so delighted to hear you enjoyed your stay in The Retreat, Brixham and that you enjoyed the location of the property. We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

Brixham stay at the Retreat

Review submitted on Sat, 13 Apr 2024
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
5.0
An excellent base to explore Brixham and the surrounding area. The Retreat was very comfortable with a lot of luxury features. The children loved the cinema room. Easy walk to centre of Brixham and good parking at the property.

Nishan from Poole stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in March 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Nishan, Thank you for leaving review. We are so delighted to hear The Retreat was an excellent base for you to explore the area! we do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

We loved The Retreat

Review submitted on Sat, 30 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
We have stayed here a number of times now and love it every time. Booked to return again in September

Corrie from North Shields stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in March 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Corrie, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are so delighted you enjoyed yet another stay at The Retreat. We can't wait to welcome you back in September! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Perfect accommodation

Review submitted on Sun, 17 Mar 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The accommodation was perfect, everything you needed and more,
The kitchen was fully equipped, washing machine, tumble dryer, so you can travel light,
The bedrooms were great size and very comfortable beds,
Location is perfect, and having private parking was a blessing
Very clean throughout
Would highly recommend


Sarah from Marsascala stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 9 nights in March 2024


Chloe-The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Sarah, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, and thank you for the kind words regarding the accommodation being perfect, fully equipped, clean and comfortable. Thank you also for the feedback. We look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Ideal location

Review submitted on Sun, 25 Feb 2024
4.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
4.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
The house was a lovely size and we had plenty of room for the 6 of us and the dog.
The only downside was that I noticed a few places that I felt wasn't quite clean enough, and it would have been nice to have notice that we needed to bring some extra dishwasher tablets and toilet roll. Other than that I would book again and just bring the extras that I felt we needed. Great stay.


Guest from Bristol stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 3 nights in February 2024


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay with us. We are so delighted to hear you had a great stay and the location was ideal, we will pass on your feedback to the owners. We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team

What a Retreat

Review submitted on Sun, 11 Feb 2024
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Booked this visit with Luxury Coastal as we always do. Booking process and the entire stay - FANTASTIC 5*

Corrie from North Shields stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 8 nights in January 2024


Mary - Luxury Coastal replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Corrie, thank you for your very kind words, we are so pleased to hear you had a lovely stay, it was lovely to host you. We look forward to welcoming you back again. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.

What a Treat

Review submitted on Sun, 03 Dec 2023
5.0
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
5.0
Comfort
5.0
Condition
5.0
Location
5.0
Value
5.0
Customer
Service
5.0
Frequent visitor to Brixham, our first to The Retreat. Fabulous house in a fabulous location. The house offers excellent value and is very well appointed. Could not fault any part of this holiday from booking with Luxury Coastal to the holiday itself! Have booked to return.

Corrie from North Shields stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 8 nights in November 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Corrie, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay at The Retreat, Brixham. We are so delighted you had yet another great stay with us and enjoyed the fabulous house and location! We look forward to welcoming you again. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

Needs some improvement

Review submitted on Fri, 25 Aug 2023
3.7
out of 5

Guest recommends this property
Cleanliness
4.0
Comfort
4.0
Condition
3.0
Location
4.0
Value
4.0
Customer
Service
3.0
Like other comments there is a damp smell on the lower floor. There is a drainage problem, the drain overflows outside of the back door. This was reported on the arrival day and visit promised but no one turned up. The rear garden is difficult to access and this should be on the description. The property needs a bit of Paint especially around the lower areas. Upstairs is modern and comfortable. Location is close to the local amenities.

Guest from Wolverhampton stayed at The Retreat, Brixham for 7 nights in August 2023


Hope - The Luxury Coastal Team replied more than 1 year ago
Hi Lee, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your stay at The Retreat, Brixham. We are so sorry to hear of the damp smell, the owner is exploring other options to ventilate the property to ensure this get rectified and is also repainting the property shortly. The roof was recently cleaned, it would seem some moss was clogged in the drains and we do apologise that this wasn't rectified during your stay. We are pleased to hear that the location was great for you close to the local amenities and that the upstairs of the property was modern and comfortable for you. We do hope to welcome you to stay with Luxury Coastal again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team