Why we love it
Gitcombe gets the balance exactly right: it feels like a properly rural Devon escape, with big skies, rolling grounds and Dartmoor on the horizon, yet it has the calm assurance of somewhere that has been carefully thought through for long, unhurried stays. The draw is not one single house but the whole estate rhythm — mornings looking out over the hills, afternoons that drift between the gardens and the pools, and evenings returning to cottages and houses that feel private, settled and quietly indulgent.
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About the Property
Set in the South Hams near Dartmouth, Gitcombe Estate brings together a small collection of individually designed cottages and larger houses across a private family-owned estate. Some stays lean towards Georgian character, others towards clean-lined contemporary design, but all share the same sense of space, order and comfort. The setting is what shapes the experience most: tumbling lawns, far-reaching views towards Dartmoor and an atmosphere that encourages everyone to slow down. The indoor and outdoor pools, hot tub, sauna and steam room make it an easy year-round choice, especially for family gatherings and multi-generational trips, while the estate’s scale means you can enjoy those shared pleasures without losing the feeling of retreat.
Location
South Hams, Devon
This corner of South Devon has a rare double appeal: deep countryside and a handsome stretch of coast within easy reach of one another. From Gitcombe, you can dip into the maritime character of Dartmouth, spend time in quietly prosperous market town Totnes, or head out towards beaches, estuaries and the South West Coast Path. Inland, the landscape softens into wooded lanes, fields and open views, with Dartmoor providing a dramatic backdrop. It is a part of Devon that suits a slower pace — good for long lunches, scenic drives, walks that end in a pub, and days that move easily between sea air and countryside calm.
