Log Cabins near Salcombe, Devon

Salcombe, on Devon’s southern coast, has been a popular beachside resort for over 200 years. The pretty harbour and estuary are a scenic backdrop for days spent on the beach, swimming, kayaking, boating, and surfing. Situated within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and near other beautiful natural spots in Devon, Salcombe offers many good reasons to take a break from the beach and head inland, too. Campers get a taste of everything South Devon is famous for, with a range of options from well-equipped caravan parks to quiet tent spots and farm stays.

In Salcombe, campers can spend hours on the quayside in town, watching the boats come and go while enjoying an ice cream or trying crabbing.
Salcombe’s high street mixes independent shops with bigger-name boutiques, art galleries, and eateries where you can try the latest catch.
Visit in April for the town’s annual Crab Fest or in August for its regatta.
Don’t miss your chance to take to the water, whether kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, or taking a cruise of the estuary.
If you want a day on the beach, head to North or South Sands, a couple of miles out of town.
Overbeck, the former home of scientist and inventor Otto Overbeck, is on the outskirts of Salcombe with a tea room, museum, subtropical gardens, and unbeatable views of the surrounding area.
The South West Coast Path offers excellent coastal walking if you need to stretch the legs near Salcombe. Nearby Prawle Point is a great place to head for, as it’s Devon’s southernmost point.
Dartmoor National Park is 30 minutes’ drive from Salcombe with almost endless ways to explore.
For a fun-packed family day out, Woodlands Farm Theme Park mixes a chance to meet farmyard animals with rides and activities for young kids.

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Top-rated cabin rentals near Salcombe

Coastal Glamping @ Tregantle Farm

1. Coastal Glamping @ Tregantle Farm

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(13)

36km from Salcombe · 3 units

Quiet bell tent glamping within walking distance of Sharrow Beach and Whitsand Bay.

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£171

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The Greenhouse Spa Retreat

2. The Greenhouse Spa Retreat

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(12)

42km from Salcombe · 4 units

Garden glamping with an eco-friendly spa and sauna, all a 20-minute drive from Plymouth

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£98

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The Enchanted Wilderness

3. The Enchanted Wilderness

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(43)

42km from Salcombe · 6 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Simple riverside camping pitches in the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor

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£28

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West Kellow Yurts

4. West Kellow Yurts

95%

(22)

55km from Salcombe · 8 units

A small glamping site on a family farm in Cornwall, set just outside the idyllic seaside village of Polperro

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£54

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Pigscombe Piglet

5. Pigscombe Piglet

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(15)

59km from Salcombe · 2 units

An exclusive hire site with a cute and cosy cabin and a rustic shepherd's hut in charmingly rural East Cornwall

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£100

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East Thorne Glamping

6. East Thorne Glamping

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(10)

86km from Salcombe · 6 units

Stress-free family glamping in roundhouse cabins with hot tubs, just a 10-minute drive from the stunning, wild coastline at Bude

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£275

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Koa Tree Camp

7. Koa Tree Camp

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(12)

92km from Salcombe · 9 units

Relaxed, eco-friendly glamping in geodomes and cabins among the wildflowers of the North Devon coast

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£130

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Walnut Farm Glamping

8. Walnut Farm Glamping

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96km from Salcombe · 8 units

Cosy en-suite yurts with acres of space, campfires, a hot tub and wild swimming on site.

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£116

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Cottage Orne

9. Cottage Orne

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(12)

99km from Salcombe · 1 unit

A cabin with views on a private country estate in Dorchester

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£152

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Westland Farm

10. Westland Farm

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104km from Salcombe · 21 units · Tents, Motorhomes, Glamping

Camping and glamping on a working farm, with yurts, huts with hot tubs, and simple, spacious, sociable camping pitches

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£13

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Strawfields Cabins and Camping

11. Strawfields Cabins and Camping

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(26)

106km from Salcombe · 14 units · Tents, Glamping

Camping and rustic glamping with campfires on an idyllic smallholding close to North Devon’s best-loved beaches

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£30

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Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

12. Bridgewood Camping - Woodland camps

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116km from Salcombe · 5 units · Tents, Glamping

Nearly wild woodland camping in Dorset

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£30

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Haddon Copse Farm

13. Haddon Copse Farm

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125km from Salcombe · 11 units · Tents, Glamping

Simple camping and glamping in an unspoilt location with glorious views of the Dorset Downs

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£14

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Farrs Meadow

14. Farrs Meadow

96%

(141)

140km from Salcombe · 31 units · Tents, Glamping

A charming Dorset campsite overlooking the Stour Valley and a short walk from both the river and the market town of Wimborne Minster

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£35

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Glamping, wild swimming, tennis

15. Glamping, wild swimming, tennis

100%

(4)

38km from Salcombe · 3 units

Yurts on a farm site with its own riverside beach in Devon’s Tamar Valley

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£90

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Lydcott Glamping Cornish Sea Views

16. Lydcott Glamping Cornish Sea Views

100%

(4)

48km from Salcombe · 6 units

Luxury glamping with sea views near Seaton, Looe and the South Cornwall coast.

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£180

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Enchanted Valley Yurts

17. Enchanted Valley Yurts

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(9)

58km from Salcombe · 2 units

About There’s something ever so right about describing this valley as ‘enchanting’. The stream that bubbles its way through the 34-acre small holding ranges from a soundscape of gurgling to an almost silent trickle when the weather is dry. The long grasses change from a buttercup speckled yellow in June to a light, sun-scorched green by August. And the trees, hedges and saplings are as inviting to children as any artificial playground. It’s a wonderful place to explore. The Yurt and Lodge here have been fittingly finished to provide the same enchanting feel. Solar-powered fairy lights and lanterns cast their ambient light across the exposed wooden lattice on the inside of each structure, while wood burners and colour-schemed furnishings give a warm and cosy feel. They are, of course, also perfectly practical. Each one sleeps up to five people and are accompanied by a neighbouring cabin with your own private shower and toilet facilities. The mown grass provides children a space to play and also leads you to a communal log cabin that’s home to the main kitchen and dining area. It comes complete with everything you need (including a range cooker) and there’s an outside cooking area with a proper pizza oven and a campfire. Owl Yurt is perhaps the more secluded of the two, with the stream and a line of bushes slightly separating it and involves crossing a tiny bridge to get there, while Pheasant Lodge is closer to the kitchen area. When the sun’s out, it’s all so nice it’s difficult to leave. The raised wooden platforms on which each Yurt and Lodge sits has outdoor furniture where you can sit and enjoy a sun-downer and you can even put your feet up and relax under the guise of ‘supervising the kids’. Enchanting though it may be, there is life beyond the valley (really, there is) and once you drag yourself away you’ll be quick to realise that the coast is the real draw here. It’s a 15-minute drive to the beaches of the south and the charming harbour town of Looe, stacked up along the steep sides of the river valley. From there you can chug out on the ferry to the nature reserve of Looe Island or join the coastal path to wander to neighbouring coves and beaches.

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£86

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The Cabin

18. The Cabin

68km from Salcombe · 1 unit

A little cabin in Cornwall that’s handily close to the Eden Project

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£69

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Wild Hearth Woodland Cabin

19. Wild Hearth Woodland Cabin

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(1)

71km from Salcombe · 1 unit

A secluded off-grid woodland cabin in North Cornwall

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£75

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Nanjeath Farm Cottages

20. Nanjeath Farm Cottages

77km from Salcombe · 5 units

Small, local marketing agency which offers campsites as well as other short term rental properties. At Breakwater Holidays, we understand the importance of quality time spent together, and our accommodations are thoughtfully designed to cater to families of all sizes. Our properties offer a range of amenities and features that ensure both parents and children have a delightful and comfortable stay, providing a warm and welcoming environment where everyone can relax, have fun and make memories.

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£51

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Salcombe, on Devon’s southern coast, has been a popular beachside resort for over 200 years. The pretty harbour and estuary are a scenic backdrop for days spent on the beach, swimming, kayaking, boating, and surfing. Situated within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB) and near other beautiful natural spots in Devon, Salcombe offers many good reasons to take a break from the beach and head inland, too. Campers get a taste of everything South Devon is famous for, with a range of options from well-equipped caravan parks to quiet tent spots and farm stays.

In Salcombe, campers can spend hours on the quayside in town, watching the boats come and go while enjoying an ice cream or trying crabbing.
Salcombe’s high street mixes independent shops with bigger-name boutiques, art galleries, and eateries where you can try the latest catch.
Visit in April for the town’s annual Crab Fest or in August for its regatta.
Don’t miss your chance to take to the water, whether kayaking, paddleboarding, sailing, or taking a cruise of the estuary.
If you want a day on the beach, head to North or South Sands, a couple of miles out of town.
Overbeck, the former home of scientist and inventor Otto Overbeck, is on the outskirts of Salcombe with a tea room, museum, subtropical gardens, and unbeatable views of the surrounding area.
The South West Coast Path offers excellent coastal walking if you need to stretch the legs near Salcombe. Nearby Prawle Point is a great place to head for, as it’s Devon’s southernmost point.
Dartmoor National Park is 30 minutes’ drive from Salcombe with almost endless ways to explore.
For a fun-packed family day out, Woodlands Farm Theme Park mixes a chance to meet farmyard animals with rides and activities for young kids.

Nanjeath Farm Cottages

20. Nanjeath Farm Cottages

77km from Salcombe · 5 units

Small, local marketing agency which offers campsites as well as other short term rental properties. At Breakwater Holidays, we understand the importance of quality time spent together, and our accommodations are thoughtfully designed to cater to families of all sizes. Our properties offer a range of amenities and features that ensure both parents and children have a delightful and comfortable stay, providing a warm and welcoming environment where everyone can relax, have fun and make memories.

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£51

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Recent reviews from the Hipcamp community

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Georgy

January 2026

With pets

Weekend Trip to Cottage Orne

We had a wonderful stay. We arrived quite late, yet Evie was incredibly kind and still met us in person, even helping us with our luggage, which we really appreciated. The farm setting was a highlight - we were free to roam around, feed the chickens, and our little toddler absolutely loved jumping on the trampoline. The cottage itself is beautifully secluded, giving us complete peace and privacy, and it truly had everything one could ask for, even a dishwasher in the kitchen. We especially enjoyed spending the evening by the firepit on the deck. If you love hiking, there are plenty of great trails in the area as well. Highly recommend and can’t wait for our next stay.

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Simon

September 2025

With pets

5 nights at Cottage Orne

If you're looking for a peaceful & private retreat, this hidden gem is the perfect place to stay. We were warmly welcomed by Evie and daughter as soon as we arrived, even though it was a very wet & windy evening. Cottage Orne is cosy & comfortable with great views. Only natural sounds were to be heard including owls. After a day out walking with the dog in the beautiful surrounding countryside, it was lovely to be able to return & sit out on the decking, relax and warm yourself around the firepit. The fairy lights added a magical touch. The fenced cottage garden is ideal for those with dogs and having the freedom to access the extensive grounds was an unexpected treat. What a great place - Thanks Evie & family xx

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Carl

August 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Cottage Orne

We stayed at Cottage Orne for the August bank holiday weekend and so glad we booked it. Evie was amazing and always available if needed and our kids loved playing with the new puppies. The cottage itself was perfect for a long weekend away and catered for our family of 4 with no problems. If we are ever back in the area, I'm sure we will be back to stay.

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Rhys

July 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Westland Farm

Good host, beautiful views, well thought out campsite in a good location. Any issues were solved very quickly and we had an amazing time! Loved the hot tub

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Lauren

July 2025

With kids

Weekend Trip to Westland Farm

Gorgeous cabin with rolling countryside views. Private area with large garden. Hot tub and sauna are a big plus. Farm is quiet and very close to all North Devon has to offer. Accommodation is actually very spacious. 4 fit easily in each room. Highly recommended. We had a fabulous weekend, I could’ve stayed longer.

Jack

May 2025

Group trip

Weekend Trip to Cottage Orne

Absolutely beautiful place to stay, so scenic, not a single car noise to be heard just the birds and the farm animals. Couldn’t recommend more for a cozy getaway, lovely walks around the estate and a short drive to the beach. Host was also super lovely and welcoming.

Thomas

December 2024

Weekend Trip to The Cabin

Great little cabin and very handy to visit Eden. Would stay again.

Clarice

November 2024

With kids

Weekend Trip to Westland Farm

Beautiful cabin with the cosiest log burner! Loved the sauna and hot tub, we had a great time. Lovely hosts, they even had cute little piglets our toddler loved.

Emma

October 2024

With kids

2 nights at Cottage Orne

So peaceful all we could hear was the sheep. The cabin was cosy and a perfect escape.I wish we had the time to stay longer.Evie was a friendly host ready to help if needed.

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Cabins near Salcombe guide

Where to go

South Devon AONB

Salcombe is within the South Devon AONB, which stretches along the coast between Plymouth and the River Dart. The attractive, protected area is renowned for its sandy beaches, rugged coastline, estuaries, patchwork farmland, and historic villages. Coastal walking trails and ferries link some towns, essential for walkers wanting to cross some of the estuaries. Salcombe is an ideal base for campers wanting to explore the AONB.

Dartmoor National Park

This large area of wild, open moorland, rare wildlife, and deep river valleys is a must-visit place for outdoor enthusiasts wanting a rugged adventure. Backpack camping is allowed in some areas of open moorland for one or two nights as part of long-distance walking expeditions, but this must be done out of sight or settlements or roads, and campers must follow Leave No Trace principles. Parking your campervan or caravan overnight isn’t allowed within Dartmoor National Park. There are designated sites for motorhomes.

Bodmin Moor AONB

Northwest of Salcombe and over the border in Cornwall, the large granite moorland of Bodmin Moor contains some of Cornwall’s highest peaks. Once densely populated in the Bronze Age, the bleak, heather-covered moorland contains archaeological sites today. It’s also still used as a grazing site for livestock. A highway runs through the moor, so it’s easy to visit on a day trip from Salcombe. Hiking and cycling trails through the area make camping closer to Bodmin Moor worthwhile.

When to go

As a beachside resort town, Salcombe is best visited in summer. The weather will usually be warm, relatively dry, and the days long—ideal for tent or caravan camping. Outside of summer, opt for cabin or cottage accommodation around Salcombe instead. Because of Salcombe’s southern location, some of the outdoor attractions nearby can be enjoyed beyond the summer, too.