Oyster The Boat is a truly unique place to stay in Devon. Permanently moored high up on the foreshore of the Salcombe Estuary, she floats on the high tide in a fixed position, meaning land-loving guests can get a taste of life at sea without ever having to set sail.
Completely off-grid, Oyster is a beautiful, comfortable boat set in an idyllic spot. Perfect for couples or solo travellers who want to be secluded by and close to nature, life aboard is back to basics and immersed in the gorgeous surroundings. Nearby, on-shore is a modern waterless loo, hot shower, fridge and access to mains water and electricity.
Moored in a remote spot on the East Portlemouth side of the water, guests have easy access to some of the area's most beautiful beaches, while Salcombe is just a quick passenger ferry ride away. But if all that sounds too much, we honestly struggle to think of a better place to escape the world and unwind than on board Oyster The Boat.
Key details
- Off-grid with basic lights, torches and an alcohol stove
- Suitable for couples and solo travellers (not children)
- Two cabins - one main cabin and one small cabin in the bow
- Nearby field shelter with hot shower, tap water, fridge and electricity
- Waterless loo on land (camping loo on board for emergencies)
- All essential kitchen and cooking equipment
- All linen and towels are provided
- Duvets, four pillows and blankets provided
- Canvas cover to pull over the cockpit during inclement weather
- Parking in a field 50 yards away
- Access is via a gangplank
- Oyster is far up the foreshore so doesn't rock much
- Guests can be collected from Kingsbridge or Salcombe
- Full handover and tour on arrival
- Endless creeks and coastal or inland walks to explore
- Local milk, bacon, sausages and eggs available to buy
What our guests say
Wonderful location. Super cute place to stay set up very lovely and just what we wanted.
Charlotte, April 2023
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Oyster. John and Liz were lovely hosts, very informative of the local are, relaxed and easy to talk to. Would easily have enjoyed a drink with them! Oyster herself was lovely, very thoughtful, cosy and respectful decor. The location was perfect, very peaceful and serene...yet a short and picturesque walk to the ferry and Salcombe. The accommodation made our stay that extra special and we would definitely come back to stay!
Bryonny Slade, May 2021
Location
In her beautiful resting place, Oyster offers guests the chance to stay on a boat without ever having to leave this perfect spot on the banks of the Salcombe Estuary. Not far from a small hamlet and creek known as Goodshelter, Oyster the Boat is a 20-minute walk from East Portlemouth village with its beaches, small cafe and the passenger ferry to Salcombe which runs regularly throughout the day from spring until autumn. During the summer season, water taxis can be arranged for evening transport back from Salcombe to the East Portlemouth side.
On the East Portlemouth side of the water, the Gara Rock hotel, restaurant, cafe and beach can be reached by walking the South West Coastal Path or inland route. Slightly further afield, there is a well-stocked Spar shop and petrol station 15-minutes drive away in East Charleton, with the bustling town of Kingsbridge 20-minutes away by car where you'll find a great choice of cafes, shops and two supermarkets. Popular Dartmouth and Totnes are all within 45-minutes by car.
Please note, the road that leads to the parking for Oyster is tidal and during high spring tides is covered for about three hours meaning you've every excuse just to sit, read and watch the world float by.