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Paignton is a popular seaside town on the English Riviera in South Devon, known for its sandy beaches, Victorian pier and lively seafront. Located between Torquay and Brixham, the town has plenty of shops, cafés, restaurants and family attractions. Our collection of Paignton cottages by the sea includes beach apartments, coastal holiday homes and properties with sea views across Torbay. Visitors can explore Goodrington Sands, take a trip on the Dartmouth Steam Railway or spend a day at Paignton Zoo.

Featured Cottages in Paignton

Paignton, Devon, England
Paignton Escape
Sleeps 6
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Pet Friendly
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Wifi
From £670 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Daisy Cottage, Old Mill Cottages
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £637 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Mill Cottage, Old Mill Cottages
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £637 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
The Linhay, Higher Yalberton Farm
Sleeps 7
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No Pets
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Parking
From £1,156 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Preston Coastal Retreat
Sleeps 2
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No Pets
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Hot Tub
From £525 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Stylish Family Chalet
No Pets
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Parking
From £752 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Lovely Two-Storey Cottage
Sleeps 4
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £876 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
The Granary, Higher Yalberton Farm
Sleeps 6
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No Pets
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Parking
From £1,050 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Wonderful Marldon Escape
Sleeps 2
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £736 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Apartment 4 10 Somers Court
Sleeps 4
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No Pets
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Parking
From £415 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Jasmine Cottage, Old Mill Cottages
Sleeps 3
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Pet Friendly
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Parking
From £637 per week
Paignton, Devon, England
Anchors Away, Sunnybeach Apartments
Sleeps 4
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No Pets
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Parking
From £511 per week

Explore Paignton’s Sandy Beaches and English Riviera Coastline

Paignton is one of South Devon’s main seaside resorts, with sandy beaches, a traditional pier and a busy promenade. The town has beach cottages, coastal holiday homes and sea view apartments close to the waterfront, with restaurants, shops and attractions nearby. Its position on Torbay also makes it easy to explore neighbouring coastal towns.

 

Paignton Beach, Goodrington Sands and Coastal Walks

Paignton Beach has a wide sandy shoreline backed by a promenade, with cafés, amusement arcades and the Victorian pier nearby. Preston Sands, to the north, is another popular beach, with a promenade and views across Torbay.

South of the town centre, Goodrington Sands has sandy beaches, beach huts and a boating lake at nearby Youngs Park. The South West Coast Path follows the shoreline around Roundham Head, passing Paignton Harbour and Fairy Cove.

Further along the coast, Brixham is a traditional fishing town with a colourful harbour, seafood restaurants and coastal walks towards Berry Head. Explore our selection of harbour cottages in Brixham for accommodation nearby.

 

Paignton Pier, Steam Railway and Nearby Attractions

Paignton Pier has amusement arcades and traditional seaside attractions, while Paignton Zoo is one of the town’s main family attractions.

The Dartmouth Steam Railway runs from Paignton to Kingswear, following the South Devon coastline before continuing towards the River Dart. Visitors can also explore Paignton Harbour, with its small fishing boats and waterfront cafés.

Torquay is a short journey north, with a busy marina, sandy beaches and attractions including Torre Abbey and Babbacombe Model Village. Browse our collection of sea view cottages in Torquay for more places to stay along the English Riviera.

For more seaside towns and beaches, explore our wider selection of Devon seaside cottages.

Paignton Cottages by Type

Paignton large group holiday homes by the sea

Large Group

Planning a coastal escape in Paignton with friends or family? Explore spacious cottages by the sea for large group getaways.
Paignton hot tub holiday homes by the sea

Hot Tub

Unwind in a hot tub with sea views. Browse our coastal cottages with hot tubs in Paignton for the ultimate beachside retreat.
Paignton dog friendly holiday homes by the sea

Dog Friendly

Discover dog friendly cottages by the sea in Paignton, perfect for coastal walks and salty-air adventures with your four-legged friend.

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