South West•Devon•50.229° N, 3.803° W

Higher Rew Campsite

Family-run in the South Devon AONB with the South West Coast Path on the doorstep and Salcombe's beaches within a gentle walk.

Higher Rew sits in the South Hams, tucked into the valley above South Sands with the South West Coast Path cutting directly through the site. From here you can walk down to Salcombe, across to Hope Cove, or east towards East Prawle without touching a car. The valley setting keeps things sheltered and the surrounding AONB countryside does the heavy lifting scenically.

The family-run operation has the feel of a place looked after by people who actually use it: pitches are well-levelled and grassed, facilities are kept spotless, and the owners are the type to go out of their way for a tired hiker arriving late. Reviews consistently mention the hosts' attentiveness. There's an indoor play area for children and an adults' indoor play barn alongside the main amenity block, which also runs to a freezer, microwave, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Water taps are usefully distributed around the site. For a caravan-and-tent operation with this range of facilities, the site retains a campsite feel rather than a holiday-park one.

The walking radius is the headline draw. Coastal paths thread out in several directions from the gate, connecting Salcombe Estuary, North Sands Beach, and the cliffs towards Bolt Head. South Sands is a short walk downhill (the climb back is real, so note that for daily trips). Kingsbridge is also within easy reach for supplies and a meal out.

Before you book

The lanes from Malborough can be tight, standard West Country single-track, worth knowing before you arrive with a long outfit.
The walk down to South Sands is pleasant but the return is a steep climb; factor this in if you're making multiple beach trips.

“A well-run, family-orientated site in one of Devon's strongest coastal walking locations, where the AONB setting and attentive hosts make up for what the valley lacks in sea views.”

Why it made the cut

South West Coast Path runs directly from the site, proper walking access, not a drive away
Family-run with consistently praised hosts who go beyond the minimum
Solid practical facilities (laundry, play areas, chemical disposal) without tipping into holiday-park territory
South Hams AONB setting with Salcombe, North Sands, and South Sands all walkable

The Feeling

Immaculate · Mixed tempo

Coast path at the gateSpotless and quietly proudValley calm

Good For

Family

Best For

Close to Salcombe Harbour and South Sands beach (1.5km drive)
Walking the South West Coast Path directly from the site
Family caravan and tent camping in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty

In Campr's collections

Coastal hideawaysOn the South West Coast Path above Salcombe, with North Sands and South Sands both walkable from the gate.
Slow familyA well-run family site in the South Hams with an indoor play area, attentive hosts, and the coast path directly accessible.

Quick answers

What kind of stays does Higher Rew Campsite offer?: Tent, Motorhome, in a valley.
Where is Higher Rew Campsite?: Higher Rew, Rew, Kingsbridge TQ7 3BW, UK.