Soar Mill Cove Hotel
Salcombe, Devon
Tucked into its own valley above an almost-private cove, this is a gentle, unhurried weekend: rock pools in the morning, a swim in the saltwater pool after lunch, a coast-path stroll at sunset. Ground-floor rooms open onto the gardens, which makes it easy with toddlers and dogs.
For the children
- Pool
- Nature activities
- Family dining
- Family rooms
- Dog friendly
- Spa
- Best for
- Families with dogs who love a quiet beach
- Ages
- All ages
- Pool
- Heated saltwater pool
- Family rooms
- Family suites; ground-floor rooms open onto gardens
- Outdoors
- Private sandy cove, rock-pooling, coast path walks
We only list facilities we could confirm on their website — something not listed may still be there.
Days out nearby
~14 miles · ~15 mins
Theme park · nearby attraction
Devon's largest theme park mixes water coasters and rides with huge indoor play centres, so it works whatever the weather. Close to Dartmouth and the south Devon coast.
~19 miles · ~30 mins
Zoo · nearby attraction
The zoo made famous by 'We Bought a Zoo' sits on the edge of Dartmoor, with big cats, bears and wolves in wooded enclosures. A good, uncrowded outing for families staying on the moor or near Plymouth.
~22 miles · ~30 mins
Farm park · excellent toddler activity
Home of miniature pigs, Pennywell runs an hourly programme of hands-on sessions so children cuddle piglets, ride ponies and drive pedal tractors. On the edge of Dartmoor and very well set up for little ones.
~22 miles · ~30 mins
Zoo · ideal day trip
A large botanical zoo on the English Riviera, with a crocodile swamp, a monkey heights area and lots of shaded garden walks. Good for a rainy-or-shine day during a south Devon beach weekend.
~46 miles · ~1 hr
Theme park · ideal day trip
A family theme park with gentle rides, a farm area and an indoor play zone, built around younger children. A short drive from Exeter and the Jurassic Coast.
~51 miles · ~1 hr
Nature / outdoors · ideal day trip
Giant biomes hold a rainforest with a canopy walkway and a Mediterranean garden, set in a former clay pit. Children love the scale and the play areas; it is a Cornwall essential whatever the weather.
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Family facilities
- Play area
A guide, not a guarantee. Shown only where the venue or a trusted source has told us. Not listed doesn't mean not available — check with the venue if it matters for your visit.
Researched by Tumble in October 2026 from each place's own website. Tumble doesn't take these bookings — prices, availability and children's club details change, so check with them before you book. Distances and travel times are approximate.