Dawlish Golden Sands

Perfect break

The caravan was pretty dirty when we arrived, so we called reception. They responded swiftly and sorted it out to a good standard, which was great!

Really comfy overall, but a door blind would be great and darker bedroom blinds needed.

We really wish there were more cooking essentials available, like a better frying pan, pot and a grill tray. Its a bit tricky when youve got a big fridge freezer and limited space. Still, the site and views are absolutely stunning, no doubt about it!

We booked a four-night off-peak stay in a two-bedroom caravan with decking and overall, it was a pretty decent experience. We arrived a bit earlier than the check-in time, so we let reception know, but the caravan wasnt ready just yet. They were quick to get in touch once it was, which was helpful. When we checked in, they gave us a three-bedroom caravan with two toilets, a nice touch and a parking spot right next to the van. The place was spotless and quite roomy - the full-size fridge-freezer, microwave, hob, oven and propane central heating all worked well and made us feel comfortable. The kitchen was well-stocked with utensils, including the essentials like a corkscrew and can opener, which we appreciated. There was a tiny bottle of washing-up liquid, but they did provide a brand-new dishcloth and bin liner, so not a big deal. The beds were already made up and since there were only two of us, they thoughtfully prepared one of the singles along with the double - no assumptions about being a couple, which we liked. The shower was decent enough and the toilet was fine, although a little on the tight side - Im only 51, so no problem for me. It wouldve been nice to have some extra toilet rolls in there, as one was nearly half-used when we arrived and no extras were provided. Just a heads up: towels and tea towels arent included unless you pay for them, so bring your own if you need them.Weather at the start of our stay was pretty wet and the steps into the caravan led straight into a muddy patch that flooded, making it tricky to get in or out without getting muddy. It also spread mud inside, which was a bit disappointing. Seems like some other vans on-site already had paving slabs down, so maybe thats something theyre planning to do? The mat inside the door was curling at the edges, which was a trip hazard, so that could do with fixing.Parking was right next to our caravan, which made unloading easy, but Im not sure if all vans had designated spots - its probably a mix. We didnt use the pool, restaurant, or entertainment, as we were after a quiet getaway and arent really into swimming or lively nights. The on-site Wi-Fi was pretty steep at £7.99 a day - way too much - so we just used our mobile data, which was much cheaper with our unlimited plan at £15 a month. Theres free Wi-Fi in the clubhouse, but we didnt bother trying it out.One thing to be aware of: the website claims the beach and train station are close by, but if your caravan is on the far side of the site near reception - which is where most of the non-residential vans are - its probably nearly a mile walk to the station, up and down the site. Give yourself about 20-30 minutes if youre planning to catch a train.All in all, the site was clean and tidy and the caravan offered good value. The staff at reception were friendly and helpful, which made our stay more enjoyable. If were in the area again, wed definitely consider coming back!

A bit more lighting in the bedroom would make it warmer overall.

The caravan was spotless and the beds super comfy. Basic stuff but perfect as a no-hassle base for Devon.

Decent rain, nothing much to complain about, really quiet weather.

A lovely spot, well-maintained and spotless throughout our stay.

The beds were pretty narrow, but I guess thats just how caravans are designed. Still comfy!

Good experience overall

Great experience overall

Really enjoyed it, would recommend to all

Though we didnt try the restaurant, our holiday overall was just what we needed, no complaints.

Great stay, the caravan was super clean and well-equipped.

The caravan was spotless, modern and honestly the best we've ever stayed in!

Really pleased with the fry pan, works well!

Great for families, keeps kids entertained for ages.

The caravan was really comfy, spotless and well kitted out, plus the staff were super friendly and helpful. Only downside was the pool closing so early at 5pm, bit of a shame.

Comfortable and chill

Great service, quick replacements for missing utensils, very pleased!

Our first night was a bit chilly since the fire wasn't working and the heating was off, but Martin, the maintenance guy, really saved the day. He was rushing to another job but stopped to take a look and fixed the fire with a new fitting. He also showed us how to use the heating properly, which was great. By the end of the day, everything was sorted and we were really happy. The rest of our stay was fantastic - we all had a lovely time and would definitely come back!

We had a lovely holiday, even if we didn't tick off everything on our list. Truly enjoyable!

Really enjoyed it, will come back!

Lovely place, would return

Our little one didnt want to go home - had such a blast! :)

Great stay, staff were super friendly and really helpful throughout.

Really enjoyed the stay here

Really enjoyed the stay, staff were super friendly and always ready to help out. Will return!

A fantastic holiday, can't wait to come back again soon!