Coastal Charm! Grade II Listed/Next to the Beach/New Sauna/EV charger/Simulator!

Dawlish, England
$245 avg/night
Minimum Stay 4 Nights
Bed 6

Bed

Bath 2

Bath

Home Private Vacation Home

Property Type

Sleep 12

Max Sleeps

Night 4 nights

Min Stay

Choo Choo Mansion – Seaside Living in the Heart of Dawlish

Welcome to Choo Choo Mansion, our stunning seaside holiday let perfectly positioned in the very centre of Dawlish.

With beautiful sea views, private parking for up to three cars, with an EV charging point and an unbeatable location just one minute from the train station, sandy beach and bustling high street, you can truly leave the car behind and relax from the moment you arrive.

Whether you’re planning a family seaside adventure, a friends’ getaway, or a romantic coastal escape, Choo Choo Mansion delivers comfort, character and convenience in equal measure.

The Dawlish Experience

Step outside and you’re immersed in everything that makes Dawlish special:
Sandy beach perfect for sandcastles, crabbing and paddling
Traditional amusements and arcades
Independent boutiques and cake shops
Ice-cream parlours and beachfront cafés
Supermarkets and restaurants within easy walking distance
Stroll along the shoreline, watch the waves roll in, and enjoy spectacular sunsets over the sea — all just moments from your door.

New Sauna installed!
Step into relaxation with the Insignia Infrared Garden Sauna — your personal wellness retreat at home. Designed for up to two people, this luxury sauna features 8 strategically placed low EMF infrared heaters that deliver deep, soothing warmth to ease muscles and joints. Crafted from premium Canadian Hemlock, it combines durability with elegant style, complete with hand-finished bench seating for ultimate comfort. Unwind your way with LED chromotherapy lighting, ambient interior illumination, and built-in Bluetooth speakers — perfect for setting the mood whether you're enjoying quiet time alone or sharing the experience with someone special. Let the gentle far infrared heat penetrate deep beneath the skin, helping you relax, recharge, and emerge feeling refreshed, restored, and radiant.

New Simulator now installed!
Whilst at Choo Choo learn to fly a real Robinson R22 Helicopter! Take off from hundreds of sites all over the world! Explore your own house or fly over Everest the decision is yours! Experience the world from our helicopter chair, challenge your friends to see who can take off or land the best!

Inside Choo Choo Mansion
This Grade II listed townhouse blends period charm with modern comfort across five generous double bedrooms.

✨ The Ground Floor
As you enter, a spacious hallway welcomes you.
Large reception room with corner sofa, 50” Freeview TV, DVD player, open fireplace and cosy ambient lighting — perfect for relaxed evenings after the beach.
Convenient downstairs WC.

Dining room with wooden table seating up to eight — ideal for long, laughter-filled dinners together.

From here, step into our fully equipped shabby-chic kitchen featuring:
8-ring cooker & double oven
Smeg fridge-freezer
Washing machine
Coffee machine
Fully stocked crockery, utensils & cookware
The kitchen overlooks a charming walled garden, leading to our garden area with soft evening lighting and our new Sauna!

Bedrooms & Bathrooms
A gently staggered staircase (in small flights, ideal for older guests) leads to five spacious double bedrooms:
First Landing
Garden-view double bedroom
Main bathroom with statement copper bath and large separate shower

Second Landing
Super-king bedroom with sea views and TV
Upper Landing
King-size bedroom overlooking the garden
Standard double bedroom

Top Floor
Our largest super-king bedroom with sea views and large Freeview TV
Second bathroom with WC, basin and shower (ideal as a private ensuite)
An additional double inflatable mattress is available if needed.

Location & Convenience
Parking for up to 3 cars
Less than a minute to Dawlish train station
Beach, town centre and restaurants all on your doorstep
You truly won’t need the car once you arrive.

‍ ‍ ‍ Perfect For
Family holidays (children warmly welcomed)
Multi-generational stays
Relaxed adult groups aged 25+
Coastal celebrations — minus the party chaos
Maximum occupancy: 10 guests + 2 children

Important House Information
Not permitted:
No single-sex groups / hen or stag parties
No pets
No smoking
No shoes on carpets
Security Deposit: £500 (fully refundable within 7 days subject to terms).

Please note:
No refunds on cancellation under any circumstances.
Holidays are non-transferable.
Guests are advised to arrange travel insurance.
Toilet paper only to be flushed (charges may apply for blockages).
Full rental agreement and terms provided upon booking.

❤️ A Seaside Stay to Remember
At Choo Choo Mansion, you’re not just booking accommodation — you’re booking location, character and the full Dawlish experience. From morning beach walks to cosy fireside evenings, everything you need for a memorable Devon escape is right here.

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  • Feature Features
  • Map Map
  • School District Availability
  • Review Review

Feature Features

  • PETS

    No Pets Allowed
  • BEACH

    Near The Beach
  • SAFETY

    Carbon Monoxide Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Carbon Monoxide Detector On The Property; Consider Bringing A Portable Detector) Smoke Detector Not Reported (host Has Not Indicated Whether There Is A Smoke Detector On The Property)
  • BEDROOM

    6 Bedrooms Bed Sheets Provided
  • KITCHEN

    Coffee/tea Maker Cookware/dishes/utensils Dishwasher Electric Kettle Microwave Oven Refrigerator Stovetop Toaster
  • LAUNDRY

    Laundry Facilities Washing Machine And Dryer
  • PARKING

    Onsite Parking
  • INTERNET

    WiFi Available
  • BATHROOMS

    2 Bathrooms Shower Towels Provided
  • LANGS SPOKEN

    English
  • THINGS TO DO

    Golf Nearby Swimming Nearby
  • ENTERTAINMENT

    DVD Player TV
  • LIVING SPACES

    Dining Room
  • CLIMATE CONTROL

    Heating
  • LOCATION HIGHLIGHTS

    Near The Sea
  • SUITABILITY/ACCESSIBILITY

    Smoke-free Property

CheckIn Check-in : 03:30 PM CheckOut Check-out : 10:00 AM
No Wheelchair No smoking No pets Children allowed
Occupancy Max occupancy : 12

Map Map

School District Availability

Review Review

  • Greg G.

    Submitted Aug 11, 2025

    Stayed Aug 2, 2025

    We had a wonderful stay at this property! We arrived a little earlier than the official check-in time, and Tony was incredibly accommodating—he kindly let us park and explore the area while the property was being cleaned after the previous guests.The location is absolutely perfect—right next to the beach and just steps away from shops, restaurants, and most importantly, the train station, which made it super easy to get around. It was the ideal base for our holiday, and we really appreciated how convenient everything was.Highly recommend this place to anyone looking for a comfortable stay in a prime location. Thanks again, Tony!

  • Jane L.

    Submitted Jan 4, 2025

    Stayed Dec 27, 2024

    Lovely property and excellent location. Lovely hosts and made to feel very Christmassy before we arrived. Definitely a property we would use again.

  • Jennie M.

    Submitted Dec 29, 2024

    Stayed Dec 23, 2024

    We had a multi-generational group stay at Choo Choo for Christmas and had a wonderful time. The house is spacious and comfortable with everything you could need for an easy stay. The location was convenient and close to the sea front as well as shops and amenities in Dawlish.

  • French H.

    Submitted Dec 4, 2024

    Stayed Nov 24, 2024

    Delightful and quirky in the best possible way. There's an old fuel pump in the living room, for goodness sake. It should be overwhelming, but the overall character of the place makes it all work very well. Large bedrooms with individual sitting areas make it easy for large groups to spread out without being on top of one another constantly. Icing on the cake is the perfect location in Dawlish - super-close proximity to main street shops and the train station means there's no need for a car to get supplies or see the sights along the coast. Special shout out to Tony for being amazingly responsive to miscellaneous questions that came up from us Dawlish newbies. Thoroughly enjoyed our stay and hope to come back soon!

  • Amanda Jayne H.

    Submitted Aug 19, 2024

    Stayed Aug 11, 2024

    Lovely place to stay- enough room to satisfy from 12 to 93 so noone was on top of each other.. Close to town park and beach with the huge bonus of parking at the house. Only thing- it would have been nice to have an arm chair in the loung for the 93 year old as he couldnt get on the sofa Already looking to book next year..

  • Michaela R.

    Submitted Jul 11, 2024

    Stayed Jul 5, 2024

    We really enjoyed our stay in this beautiful property, the house is extremely spacious and has plenty of room for everyone to have their own space. Each room is very well decorated and furnished, and the train memorabilia throughout the house gives it so much character. Tony is an amazing host- very helpful, friendly and responsive, quickly answering any questions. The location of the house is perfect being in the heart of Dawlish, it was so nice being able to leave the car on the driveway and just walk round the corner to the shops, arcade, beach etc. The train station is practically on the doorstep if wanting to leave the car behind and visit other towns by train. We enjoyed having a stroll along the water in Dawlish looking at the black swans, and also a visit to Gays Creamery for some lovely pasties, cakes and ice cream! I would 100% recommend this property to anyone wanting to stay in the area, it is perfect for friends and families especially if there’s quite a few people, the photos don't do the house justice as we were amazed at the space when we arrived. It's clear that so much time, thought and effort has been put in to the property, which makes it more special and personal. We will definitely be returning, and can't wait for our next visit.Thanks so much for a lovely stay!

  • Jacqueline R.

    Submitted Jan 7, 2024

    Stayed Dec 23, 2023

    A great place to stay with our extended family of 8 adults. All the rooms are spacious and well kitted out. A fun place to stay and Dawlish is lovely to explore.

  • Christopher L.

    Submitted Aug 25, 2023

    Stayed Aug 13, 2023

    A quirky and comfortable property, ideal for an extended family holiday. Location is superb, right next to railway station for visiting the area by train, all the ameneties of Dawlish on doorstep, nice coastal location.

  • Submitted Aug 9, 2023

    Stayed Jul 24, 2023

    Lovely house in a great location, everything you need on your doorstep. Took the kids and grand children away for a cheeky little week, couldn't have been better, if your taking children with you a top tip is Crealy adventure park and Woodlands adventure park were brilliant but pre-book your tickets for a discount, The train station is on your doorstep to explore the near by towns, again if there is 9 or more you can book a group ticket. Definitely book again,

  • Deb D.

    Submitted Aug 7, 2023

    Stayed Jul 17, 2023

    We so enjoyed our stay at ChooChoo Mansion! We needed a large place to house our family while we came from the US to a family wedding. This house had plenty of room for our 10 adults to sleep and hang out comfortably and the location couldn't be better. Be sure to check out the black swans, the beach and the pub down the street if you visit!

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