Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in Devon,

Ferndale House, Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £359 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynmouth sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Comfortable and spacious holiday retreat with fabulous views of both the coastline and beautiful wooded valley rising towards Watersmeet. A parking permit is provided for nearby car park.

With marvellous views of both the beautiful Lynmouth coastline and the wooded valley rising towards Watersmeet, this comfortable and spacious holiday retreat dating from the 19th century is quite a find. Stylishly furnished and full of character it features a wonderfully spacious and comfortable living / dining room with stripped wooden floorboards and a vaulted ceiling with impressive 'A' frame oak beams providing a real wow factor, with captivating sea views by day and mood lighting to create a wonderfully relaxing atmosphere in the evening. Double French doors open onto a pretty balcony perfect for just watching the world go by. The spacious kitchen also has French doors onto a larger second balcony ideal for BBQs or leisurely breakfasts al fresco. There are three bedrooms in total. On the first floor is an attractively presented triple aspect room with a super king bed which can be converted to a twin on request, and a spacious twin room with sea views and a separate shower / utility room. On the second floor an attractive double room with iron bedstead and a generous size bathroom with roll top bath and built in power shower cubicle complete the accommodation. This wonderful Exmoor village, known as Little Switzerland offers a great choice of restaurants and tea rooms, shops and galleries. Spectacular coastal walks are close by with the Two Moors Way actually passing by the door, so whether you are looking for an active holiday or relaxing break, there is something for everyone.

Accommodation: Ground Floor: Entrance Hall and steps up to First floor: Kitchen with electric cooker, combi microwave, fridge/ freezer and dishwasher. Bedroom 1 with super king "zip n link" option to twin on request. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Shower room / utility room with Shower cubicle, WC, basin, and washing machine. Second floor: Living / dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and CD/ Hard disc "jukebox"/Digital radio with MP3 dock. Bedroom 3 with Double . Bathroom with bath, separate power shower cubicle, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. Wi-Fi Broadband. Wii games console. 3 Pets welcome. No smoking. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Balcony furniture. Parking permit for one car provided. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls only. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Caen House, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £1148 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 11.

Features include: Short breaks • Luxury breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Wonderfully spacious detached property located in the heart of the village

Situated in the very heart of Croyde village, Caen House is a wonderfully spacious detached property stylishly presented in a contemporary style, just a ten minute stroll from the beach. The local villagers will tell you that it was formerly known as The Police House, so it's very interesting to find it sits adjacent to the very popular Thatched Barn Inn! The huge open plan kitchen / dining room is the hub of the house, where everyone can gather for convivial meals and wander out onto the pretty lawned garden through a choice of three sets of French doors. The fully enclosed rear patio and lawn backing onto open fields is ideal for a leisurely barbecue with the sound of the waves in the distance, and younger guests will love the space to run and play. The living room, complemented by solid wood flooring, has comfy leather sofas surrounding the attractive ornamental fireplace. A useful utility room has plenty of storage for beach equipment, coats and boots, and a conveniently placed small wet room is ideal for surfers and sand covered children returning straight from the beach. There are four bedrooms on the first floor, the double having an ensuite bathroom and a separate small study/nursery. French doors open onto a decked balcony, with patio furniture, having lovely views over the surrounding countryside and spiral staircase to the garden below. A further double room, a bunk room and a single room are served by a separate shower room. On the second floor the loft has been cleverly converted to provide a snug area with comfy sofa and bean bags leading to both a double and a twin room together with separate modern bathroom. Caen House is a welcoming home where fabulous memories will be made and you will never want to leave!

Accommodation: Steps up to Ground floor: Hall. Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Kitchen / dining room with large table comfortably seating 12, electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer and sink unit. Shower room with WC and basin. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with King, with ensuite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. Study /nursery off with broadband connection. Bedroom 2 with double. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. Bedroom 4 with Single. Shower room with WC and basin. Second floor: Snug room with TV with Freeview, DVD and Wii games console. Bedroom 5 with Double. Bedroom 6 with Twin. Bathroom with bath with shower attachment over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Second highchair and travel cot available on request. 1stairgate available. Garden furniture. BBQ. Books and games. CD's & DVD's. Regret no pets. No smoking. Parking in garage for one car with 3 additional dedicated parking spaces, a 3 minute walk from the property. Restricted roadside parking. Short breaks available. 4 pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Captains House, Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £818 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe sleeps 10.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A beautiful period home in an elevated position with lovely sea views and offering high quality accommodation.

The Captain's House is a beautiful period property capturing views towards Capstone Hill, Hillsborough and the sea beyond. With spacious accommodation, tastefully presented in a mix of period and modern furnishings, it is ideal for large families or groups of friends. A stylish living room complete with wood burning stove, together with a separate dining room and well fitted modern kitchen provide ample living space and the separate children's playroom is a real bonus. Three attractive bedrooms, all with natural wood flooring are on the first floor and two further bedrooms on the second floor, all served by two modern family bathrooms. The rear garden is in tiered levels, accessed by some steep steps in parts whilst the front terrace is a wonderful spot to watch the sunsets. Ilfracombe has a wide variety of attractions including the Tunnels Beaches and famous Landmark Theatre. Boat trips can be taken from the pretty harbour where you will also find a good choice of shops, pubs and restaurants.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Dining room. Kitchen with electric range oven, multiple gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, 'American style' fridge/freezer. Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer. Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD and wood burning stove. Play room with TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Half landing: Bathroom with bath and mixer handset over bath, WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Super King, zip 'n' link option to twin on request. Bedroom 2 with King. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath and mixer handset over bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. Second floor: Bedroom 4 with King. Bedroom 5 with Twin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband available on request. No smoking. 1 pet welcome. Garden furniture. BBQ. 2 private parking spaces plus additional roadside parking. Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Browhill, Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £479 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Barnstaple sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A spacious, comfortable and family friendly holiday home with stunning views from most principal rooms.

New to our portfolio just in time for the Summer Holidays, this lovely detached house offers all you could wish for in a comfortable family home from home. Sitting high in the pretty hamlet of Heanton Punchardon yet just minutes from Braunton village, Browhill has the most wonderful views over the Taw Estuary and beautiful countryside, stretching as far as the coastline at Saunton in the distance. Being within a short drive of a choice of fabulous beaches such as Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe makes this property an ideal base for fun filled holidays. At the end of the day return to the tranquil surroundings of Browhill to relax in the lovely private gardens or enjoy al fresco dining with a cool glass of wine. Light, bright and welcoming throughout, this traditional home features a spacious living room with living flame gas fire, for those cooler evenings and separate dining area with patio doors out onto the garden. The modern well equipped kitchen will not disappoint any culinary experts in the family and the sun lounge to the front may prove a popular spot for a quiet read of the morning papers. Upstairs are two very stylish double bedrooms together with an attractive twin bedroom and family bathroom. Although Browhill takes just six people, an added bonus for greater flexibility of sleeping arrangements is a further compact single room. Browhill is ideal for families or groups of friends looking for a peaceful setting yet within a few minutes drive of a great choice of shops, pubs and restaurants in both Braunton Village and North Devon's premier town of Barnstaple. If you would like to leave the car behind, a wonderful thatched village pub and restaurant is just a ten minute stroll away.

Accommodation: Ground Floor: Sun Lounge/ Porch. Hall. Living /dining room with gas fire and TV with Freeview, DVD and iPod docking station. Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine and freezer. Wet room style shower room with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double with ensuite WC. Bedroom 2 with Double. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bedroom 4 with single. Bathroom with Bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH . 2 Pets welcome. Garden furniture. A large selection of books and games. No smoking. Driveway parking for 2 cars. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Willow Cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £252 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: In an idyllic countryside location this charming barn conversion is ideal for couples or small families, perfect for walkers and within a short drive of the fabulous North Devon coastline.

This charming character barn conversion is in an idyllic rural location surrounded by 16 acres of stunning countryside, rolling pastures, woodland, natural ponds and wildlife-rich grasslands for you to explore at your leisure. You could also stroll for just over a mile to the friendly village of Woolfard is worthy or Woolsey as it is known locally. This "village with two names" boasts a beautiful medieval church tower, traditional thatched Devon pub, shops and post office and hosts the popular Woolsery Show, held each year in July. Willow Cottage is one of a group of similar properties within Clifford Farm, nestling in a quiet corner and attached on two sides. The open plan living room with kitchen and dining area boasts character features of exposed stone walls and wooden beams and is made cosy by an electric wood burning effect stove. The modern kitchen is well equipped and open plan stairs rise from here to the two attractive bedrooms with sloping ceilings and Velux windows. A pristine modern bathroom serves both rooms. Fabulous far reaching countryside views are enjoyed from the rear sitting out area, an ideal spot to relax at any time of day. A real must is a visit to pretty costal village of Clovelly where whitewashed cottages festooned with flowers tumble down cobbled streets to the colourful harbour. There are plenty of family attractions nearby such as The Big Sheep and Milky Way and the wide golden sandy beach at Westward Ho! is only a short drive away. Perfect for couples looking for a romantic rural retreat or small families seeking a comfortable base in this beautiful area, Willow Cottage has it all.

Accommodation: Ground floor : Open plan living room/kitchen/Dining room with TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Coin operated washing machines and tumble dryers are available in a communal laundry area on site. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bathroom with bath and hand held shower attachment over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas LPG CH. Patio furniture. Communal laundry room. No Smoking. Communal parking area with 2 allocated spaces. 2 pets welcome. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Bay Breeze, Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £512 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Combe Martin sleeps 7.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A high quality modern family home within a few minutes walk of Combe Martins' sandy cove.

The beautiful rocky seaside cove of Combe Martin is just a few minutes' walk from this luxurious and contemporary semi detached home, situated in an elevated position at the edge of the village in a quiet cul-de-sac. Within minutes of your arrival you will want to stay forever! The accommodation is on three levels, the entrance is on the ground floor with the garage providing ample storage for bicycles and surfboards, and a ground floor cloakroom. The modern living room enjoys sea views and a Juliette balcony, whilst the kitchen/dining room with beech work surfaces, stainless steel fittings and laminate floors has patio doors to the rear enclosed gravel courtyard. Wi-Fi broadband is provided if you wish to bring along your lap top. On the second floor are four attractively furnished bedrooms, the master bedroom has an outstanding sea view and is ensuite. Serving the remaining three bedrooms is a separate family bathroom with white suite and whirlpool bath. Combe Martin, on the edge of Exmoor National Park is renowned for having the longest high street in the country, with a good selection of shops and pubs. It is an ideal centre for walking holidays and makes a perfect holiday destination for families.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Cloakroom with WC. Garage with ample storage. First floor: Living room with LCD 32" TV with BT Vision, DVD, video, stereo and iPod dock. Kitchen/dining room with LCD TV, stereo, gas oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Tumble dryer in the garage. Second floor: Bedroom 1 with King with TV/DVD, stereo and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with King and iPod dock. Bedroom 3 with Single. Bedroom 4 with Bunks. Bathroom with whirlpool bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Stairgate available. Regret no pets. No smoking. Parking for 2 cars. Garden furniture. BBQ. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Corner Cottage, Appledore, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £252 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Appledore sleeps 4.

Features include: Short breaks • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: Panoramic estuary views can be enjoyed from this cosy fisherman’s cottage. Parking available roadside or in nearby car parks.

Appledore has an abundance of unspoilt charm, its many fishermen's cottages tucked away in a maze of narrow cobbled pathways, and Corner Cottage, as you may expect, nestles in the corner between two similar cottages. Being in 'reverse style,' to take full advantage of the fabulous views, stairs lead to the cosy open plan first floor living room with the modern kitchen area to one end and comfortable seating area at the other. There is a bay window with French doors which when fully open create a balcony area inside the living room where you may sit and enjoy the panoramic views over the estuary. There are two bedrooms and a small bathroom on the ground floor; the double bedroom enjoys estuary views, and the small bunk bedded room is suitable for children under 11 years only. The pretty quayside with shops, galleries, pubs and restaurants is just a short stroll away. Corner Cottage is ideally suited for couples or young families seeking a good base from which to explore this beautiful area.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with 2'6" Bunks for children under 11years only. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath and basin. First floor: Open plan living/kitchen/dining room with TV(incorporating Freeview and a DVD/CD player). Kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Cloakroom WC.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. NS heating. Limited parking nearby, or in a public car park approx 250m away. Regret no pets. No smoking. A travel cot is available on request for parties of up to three plus one infant. Short breaks are available all year round, please ring to book for July & August. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Little Hatch, Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £443 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Woolacombe sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A comfortable detached family home with fabulous gardens and far reaching coastal views.

With wonderful distant views across open countryside to the sea beyond, this detached holiday retreat is just over a mile from the stunning beaches of Woolacombe and the character and charm of Mortehoe village. Approached over a sweeping driveway it nestles in spacious private gardens and offers fabulous outdoor space for summer barbecues or al fresco dining while enjoying the lovely sea views, and lots of room for children to run and play. Little Hatch is light and airy inside, with a comfortable dual aspect living / dining room providing the backdrop for many fun filled family breakfasts while planning the day ahead, or just relaxing at home. For holidays in the slightly chillier months, the open fire will become a favourite focal point. A sun lounge extends the living area and is the perfect spot for catching up with the morning newspapers or for the grown- ups to enjoy a glass of wine in the warmth of a summers evening. The large games room will keep the children occupied with table tennis, darts or mini snooker and the TV for games and DVDs is a definite plus point. Overlooking the front garden, the kitchen is well equipped and additional appliances are housed in the adjacent utility room. There are three bedrooms in Little Hatch, a spacious master double room and an attractive twin room are located off the hallway, together with the pristine family bathroom. A second smaller bright and sunny double room is accessed from the rear of the games room, and has patio doors out onto the garden. Little Hatch is in a great location for exploring the outstanding natural beauty of North Devon, nearby Woolacombe has stunning golden beaches, great family friendly pubs and restaurants or for a change of pace the picturesque village of Mortehoe offers a heritage centre, rocky coves and access to miles of scenic coastal and inland walks, perfect for both casual or more experienced walkers.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Entrance porch. Hall. Living /dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and open fireplace. Sun Lounge. Kitchen with gas cooker, microwave, larder fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. Freezer and tumble dryer housed in the adjacent utility room. Games room with table tennis table, mini snooker table, dartboard and TV for games and DVDs, no TV channels. Bedroom 1 with King. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Double. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin. Garage ideal for storage of surf boards & beach equipment.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Wii console and assortment of games. Complimentary basket of logs. Table tennis table. Games and DVDs. Fixed dart board. Mini snooker table. Garden furniture. Parking for 3 cars on driveway. No smoking. Regret No Pets. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.