Golden Sands Holiday Park in Dawlish Warren is a classic seaside holiday park just a short walk from the sandy, Blue Flag beach on Devon’s south coast. Holiday home owners can enjoy both indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, a family-friendly bar and restaurant, evening entertainment and children’s play areas. This pet-friendly park suits families and couples who want easy, car-free coastal breaks with facilities on the doorstep. With a long holiday season of up to around 11.5 months, Golden Sands Holiday Park offers the flexibility to visit for most of the year.

Description

Golden Sands Holiday Park sits just behind Dawlish Warren’s seafront, with caravans and lodges arranged around the central pool and entertainment complex. Owners have use of an indoor heated pool and an outdoor heated pool with splash areas and sun terraces, plus a clubhouse where you can relax over meals, drinks and live entertainment.

Across the park, you’ll find children’s play areas, an arcade, kids’ activities, a small shop for daily essentials, EV charging and a launderette, all set within landscaped grounds. Everyday services, supermarkets, cafes, pubs and healthcare are available in Dawlish and Dawlish Warren, and the beach, amusements and nature reserve are close enough for spontaneous walks without getting in the car. Road links via the A379 and A38 connect to Exeter and wider Devon, and trains from local stations run along the mainline coastal route; journey times are service-dependent.

Buying at Golden Sands Holiday Park

• Season: Long holiday season, currently up to around 11.5 months a year, so you can enjoy Golden Sands Holiday Park in most months rather than only peak summer weeks (exact dates confirmed on enquiry).
• Ownership type: Holiday use only; caravans and lodges are for leisure and second-home use, and you’ll need a separate main residential address.
• Part-exchange: Part-exchange is often available, allowing you to use an existing holiday home (and sometimes a tourer or motorhome) towards your new purchase, subject to appraisal and park terms.
• Subletting: Subletting is typically allowed through park-run letting schemes, so you can generate income when you’re not using your holiday home, within the operator’s rules.
• Pet policy: Dog-friendly park with pet-friendly accommodation options and coastal walks on the doorstep; individual units may have their own pet conditions.
• Next steps: Use the enquiry or brochure request form on this page to ask about ownership at Golden Sands Holiday Park, check current availability and discuss how visits and viewings are arranged.

Life at Golden Sands Holiday Park

Life at Golden Sands Holiday Park is built around relaxed seaside routines. Mornings might start with a swim in the indoor pool, coffee on your decking or a stroll down to Dawlish Warren’s wide sandy beach. Days can be split between the pools, play areas, arcades and seafront, while evenings often centre on the clubhouse for family entertainment, a simple meal or a quiet drink before heading back to your caravan or lodge. The overall feel is informal and friendly, with plenty for families to do but space to slow things down when you want a calmer break.

Nearby & Getting Around

• Dawlish Warren beach: Long, gently sloping sandy beach with traditional seaside amusements, nature reserve and estuary views, all within walking distance.
• Dawlish & Teignmouth: Classic south Devon seaside towns with promenades, shops, cafes and parks a short drive or train ride away.
• Exeter: Cathedral city for shopping, culture and riverside walks, usually under an hour by car and around 20–30 minutes by train from local stations, service dependent.
• Walks & nature: Dawlish Warren National Nature Reserve, Exe Estuary paths and wider south Devon countryside for walking and cycling.
• Rail: Local stations on the mainline (such as Dawlish Warren and Dawlish) for services along the coast to Exeter, Newton Abbot, Plymouth and beyond, journey times service dependent.
• Road: A379 towards Dawlish, Teignmouth and Exeter, with links to the A38 and M5 for longer journeys.
• Sat nav: EX7 0LZ.

FAQs 

Where is Golden Sands Holiday Park in the UK?

Golden Sands Holiday Park is in Dawlish Warren on the south Devon coast, a short walk from Dawlish Warren’s sandy Blue Flag beach and a short drive from Dawlish.

Is there a swimming pool at Golden Sands Holiday Park?

Yes. Golden Sands Holiday Park has both an indoor heated swimming pool and an outdoor heated swimming pool with splash areas and sun terraces.

Is Golden Sands Holiday Park pet-friendly?

Yes, Golden Sands Holiday Park is dog-friendly, with pet-friendly holiday homes available and coastal walks and green spaces nearby. Some types of accommodation may have specific pet rules, so it’s worth checking when you enquire.

Can I live at Golden Sands Holiday Park all year round?

No. Golden Sands Holiday Park is operated as a holiday park with a long season. Holiday homes are intended for leisure and second-home use, and owners need a separate main residential address.

Is subletting allowed at Golden Sands Holiday Park?

Subletting is generally allowed through park-run letting schemes, so you can rent out your holiday home when you’re not using it. The exact terms, fees and income options are agreed directly with the park.

What facilities are at Golden Sands Holiday Park?

Facilities typically include indoor and outdoor heated swimming pools, an entertainment venue, bar and restaurant, children’s play areas, arcade, on-park shop, EV charging and launderette. Some activities and entertainment may be seasonal or run at set times.

How far is Golden Sands Holiday Park from Dawlish Warren beach?

Golden Sands Holiday Park is a short, gentle walk from Dawlish Warren beach; in normal conditions, you can usually reach the seafront and amusements on foot within minutes, depending on where your holiday home is located the park.

What is there to do near Golden Sands Holiday Park?

Locally, you can enjoy Dawlish Warren’s beach, amusements and nature reserve, explore Dawlish and Teignmouth, or take day trips to Exeter, Exmouth and other south Devon resorts and countryside attractions.