Fresh Escapes has been proudly established since 2017 and today manages a carefully curated portfolio of luxury holiday homes across Devon, Cornwall and Internationally. We specialise in coastal retreats, countryside hideaways, and larger homes perfect for family gatherings and celebrations. What makes Fresh Escapes stand out is our personal service and attention to detail. Every property is hand-picked and styled to create a memorable stay, and our local team is on hand 24/7 to ensure guests feel welcomed and cared for from the moment they book until the end of their holiday. Future guests can expect beautifully presented homes, thoughtful touches such as luxury hampers and detailed guest guides, and a seamless experience from booking through to check-out. At Fresh Escapes, we combine the warmth of a family-run company with the professionalism and standards of an international brand, making each stay feel truly special.

Where contemporary elegance meets panoramic river views, Gable View is a magnificent detached home, newly renovated to offer the very best in luxury living. Spanning three beautifully designed levels, this exceptional property boasts six serene en suite bedrooms and a collection of light-filled reception rooms, all finished with exquisite attention to detail. Expansive Italian large-format tiles flow throughout, drawing the eye to sweeping vistas of the river and rolling countryside beyond. Step through the front door into a grand reception hall — a statement in itself — where soft LED and pendant lighting set the mood, and a sleek staircase with a glass balustrade leads gracefully to the upper floors. From here, double doors open into the heart of the home: an impressive L-shaped, open-plan kitchen and dining space. Floor-to-ceiling windows and twin sets of sliding glass doors flood the room with natural light and connect you effortlessly to the sun terrace, where breathtaking river and countryside views unfold before you. The bespoke, handmade kitchen blends classic shaker cabinetry with modern craftsmanship. A generous central island provides both a stylish focal point and a practical space for gathering, while a mirrored splashback adds depth and glamour. Every detail has been considered — from the integrated double ovens and induction hob to the discreet worktop-level extractor and integrated coffee machine. This kitchen is a chef delights to conjure up those lavish evening meals to enjoy at the large round table or out on the sun terrace. Beyond this space, the ground floor also features a relaxed sitting room — perfect for quiet moments with a book — and a dedicated study, ideal for those wishing to blend a stay with a little home working. Venture to the lower ground level and you’ll discover two further reception rooms, both thoughtfully designed for leisure and entertainment.

Gable View is located in Combeignteignhead on the banks of the river and close to Shaldon, one of the most sought after areas of South Devon, which is located in an area of outstanding natural beauty, next to the Teign Estuary, and only 20 minutes to Dartmoor, Exeter and Torbay. Because of the nature of the location, with a selection of beaches, Pubs and restaurants, Shaldon is a popular destination for those wanting to experience the perfect Devon experience. Shaldon’s History There is little to doubt that a settlement existed between the Ness and Ringmore as long ago as the Domesday Book. Shaldon itself was mentioned in Chancery proceedings during the reign of King James 1. The original settlement was in Ringmore- the beautiful and sheltered valley, the Saxons built a wooden Church, not the stone built St Nicholas, and the Celtic name of Ringmore means ‘ a great enclosure or clearing’. Silt has washed down the Estuary over the centuries, causing the river flow to slow down and the estuary to widen, to land has been reclaimed over time, and most of Shaldon has been built on reclaimed land. In the 1800s a retaining wall was built to prevent the water from returning to the silted areas. Early man would have farmed and fished, and later sailed to far away places. Local names provide clues such as nearby Labrador Bay..along the coast. Trade grew, and shipbuilders plied their trade in Ringmore & Shaldon. The deep-water channel was originally on the Shaldon side, and a flourishing Port was established. When the Shaldon side channel silted up, the channel deepened at Teignmouth, and trade was re established in Teignmouth Docks. It is no mean feat to bring in the large container ships used today over the shifting sands of the bar, to reach the port. The narrow channel is still 30m or so deep, even at low water. Shipbuilding was very important to village life in Shaldon, there were several early shipyards –Ringmore had two. One located in the area of the King