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

The Smithy, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A rural cottage in a pretty courtyard setting within easy driving distance of the fabulous beaches at Croyde and Saunton.

The Coach House has been carefully restored creating a real home from home. Being semi detached in a courtyard of three properties, there is plenty of storage in the garage for bikes and surfboards. An enclosed paved patio sits to the front and side of the cottage. The stable door entrance opens into the hallway on the ground floor with two bedrooms, the double having an ensuite. Upstairs the main living area benefits from lovely rural views and cosy sofas surround the open fireplace with exposed beams and latch doors. There is a separate dining room and modern galley kitchen with wooden beech work surfaces. A family bathroom with white suite is also on this level. Quietly located in the hamlet of Kingsheanton, all of North Devon's attractions and sandy beaches are within a short drive and Braunton is only three miles distance.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with twin. First floor: Living room with TV with freesat and DVD. Dining Room. Kitchen with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave and fridge. Washing machine and fridge freezer housed in the garage. Bathroom with bath with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Broadband. Stairgate available. 1 pet welcome. No smoking. Garden furniture. Private parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Broad - De, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1015 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 10.

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

Accommodation overview: Fabulous views from the impressive rear terrace and stylish interior combine to provide a really special holiday home.

This fabulous detached home is situated in the heart of the village yet feels peaceful and secluded, only a few minutes' walk from the beautiful beach. It has easy access to pubs, restaurants, shops and Cascades indoor tropical pool complex. It is an ideal choice to gather family or groups of friends, for special celebrations or fun and relaxing holidays, at any time of year. With a stunning terrace and expansive lawns, Broad-De also enjoys wonderful views over open countryside to the sand dunes and Croyde Bay. Light, bright and welcoming throughout a contemporary classic feel has been achieved in this beautiful property, which retains many original features. The huge dining kitchen seats ten easily and is a superb cooking and entertaining space. French doors from the kitchen open out onto the vast terrace perfect for al fresco eating and relaxing in the sun. A stylishly presented yet cosy living room, benefits from a wood burning stove, flat screen TV and comfortable sofas. Across the hallway an additional snug sitting room provides an ideal spot for children to play games or watch a DVD. A useful utility room and separate shower/wet room add to the generous facilities. Upstairs there are five bedrooms, all with lovely sea views. Four have feature brick fireplaces and all have original, white painted wooden flooring. Bedroom two is accessed through bedroom one, making it ideal for children. Each bedroom has been elegantly decorated and all are served by a stylish, modern, family bathroom and separate WC. The gated entrance and sweeping driveway provides secure parking for five cars and leads to a large detached garage with lockable storage for surfboards and beach equipment. There is so much to do in this popular area and Broad-De is sure to fulfil all your wishes for a perfect holiday.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Front and back porch. Hall. Living room with wood burning stove, TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen/dining room with electric range style cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, pantry, stereo and iPod docking station. Snug / playroom with toys, TV/DVD. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Walk-in shower/wet room and separate WC with basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with 4 Poster King, leading through to Bedroom 2 with day bed style twin beds. Bedroom 3 with Double. Bedroom 4 with Twin. Bedroom 5 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath, mixer handset over bath, large shower cubicle and basin. Separate WC.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Complimentary basket of logs. Stairgate available. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls. Garden furniture. BBQ and games. 2 Pets welcome. No smoking. Ample private parking on driveway. Large garage for storage. Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Salar Cottage, Braunton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £344 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Braunton sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: In a delightful village location, just a short stroll from a choice of traditional pubs and within a few minutes drive of stunning Putsborough Sands.

Tucked away in a quiet cul de sac in the pretty village of Georgeham, Salar Cottage is within a short stroll of two traditional pubs and friendly local stores. Just over a mile of country lanes takes you to the absolutely stunning beach and coastline of Putsborough, found at the westerly end of Woolacombe' golden sands and one of the area's best kept secrets! Croyde village is less than two miles away with a lovely mix of thatched cottages, pubs, restaurants and colourful surf shops where the beach path meanders down to beautiful Croyde Bay, so popular with families and surfers at any time of year. Several steps lead down through pretty front gardens to the front entrance and into a spacious hallway. The stylish living /dining room has comfy leather sofas and a welcoming wood burning stove, perfect for cooler evenings or cosy out of season breaks. The well equipped kitchen and utility room have everything you need and a convenient cloakroom is located off the hallway. Stairs rise up to three attractive bedrooms with under floor heating and a separate modern bathroom with white suite completes the accommodation. The fully enclosed rear garden with lawn, mature trees and shrubs has as a fabulous decked patio area, just perfect for barbecues and leisurely al fresco meals. Salar Cottage is a real home from home holiday retreat, ideal for families or couples seeking a quieter base, yet within easy reach of all that this wonderful area has to offer.

Accommodation: From the roadside steps lead down to Ground floor: Hall. Living /dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and wood burning stove. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave and fridge/freezer. Utility room with dishwasher and washer/dryer. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Single. Bathroom with bath, fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Wi-Fi Broadband. Electric heating downstairs, under floor heating in bedrooms, heated towel rail in bathroom. Complimentary basket of logs. Garden furniture. BBQ. No smoking. 2 Pets welcome. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Garage (one of a row ) with one parking space in front, one further roadside parking space in front of the cottage. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

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.

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.

Shan-Lea, Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £402 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynmouth sleeps 6.

Features include: Short breaks • Pets allowed • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub •

Accommodation overview: A pretty cottage just across the road from the dramatic East Lyn river with an open fire for cosy evenings. Parking available roadside.

Set within the beautiful Lyn Valley, this semi detached cottage with pretty front garden is just a stone's throw from the dramatic East Lyn River. The entrance opens into a spacious dining room with a feature fireplace and ample space for family gatherings. A comfortable living room with a lovely bay window and French doors overlooks the front garden and has an open fireplace for cosy evenings. An attractive modern well equipped kitchen is to the rear with a door to the small rear patio quite close to the impressive rock face. Stairs from the kitchen lead up to three stylish bedrooms, two are front facing benefiting from river views and the third bedroom and family bathroom are situated to the rear. The paved front garden is a perfect spot to sit and relax with the sound of the river tumbling by. A short stroll along the river brings you to the village centre and beach, with a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs nestling around the pretty harbour and rugged coastline. Keen walker will be delighted to find Exmoor National Park literally on the doorstep.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Small porch. Dining room. Living room with open fireplace, TV with Freeview, DVD and video. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Cloakroom with WC. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and vanity basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin and vanity basin. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bathroom with bath with fitted shower over bath WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Complimentary basket of fuel. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Roadside parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

West Saunton Barn, Braunton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £615 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Braunton sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: A highly individual character barn conversion with lovely original features and just perfect for family groups.

Nestling in the tiny hamlet of West Saunton, just a few minutes from the fabulous three mile expanse of golden sandy beach backed by spectacular dunes this highly individual barn, set beside a working farm, has been sympathetically converted to provide an excellent holiday home. With a wonderful mix of original character features and contemporary style, the spacious accommodation features some amazing oak beams and lovely stripped pine floors. The entrance hall leads through to a large living / dining room with comfy sofas and table and chairs to seat eight. The attractive country style well equipped kitchen also provides a table and chairs, perfect for leisurely breakfast or less formal dining. A ground floor shower room is also found off the hall. Upstairs, accessed from the spacious landing are four stylish bedrooms. The master double room, with King Size bed has an ensuite shower room. Bedroom two is a double, making the property perfect for two family occupation. Bedroom three is a triple room with a double and a single bed, and bedroom four an attractive single. A modern pristine family bathroom serves these rooms. Outside and in front of the cottage is a lawned garden with garden furniture and barbecue, and there is ample parking available both in the car port and on the lane. Ideally placed for Saunton Golf Club and Saunton Sands beach and just a mile from Braunton Village, with its great selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, West Saunton Barn is a fabulous choice in this popular area.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Living /dining room with TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge / freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer and wall mounted TV. Car port has a Belfast sink for washing surfboards etc. Shower room with WC and basin. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with King, TV and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Double and TV/DVD . Bedroom 3 with Double and Single and TV/DVD. Bedroom 4 with Single and TV. Bathroom with bath with shower handset over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. LPG CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Garden furniture. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Ample parking. Short breaks available. 3pm Arrival. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday

Scrumpy Cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £285 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A fabulous cottage just a short stroll from The Quay with stylish modern interior and some estuary views. Extremely well equipped and perfect for both families and couples. Unrestricted roadside parking available.

This lovely terraced cottage sits in one of Appledores most popular locations, with views over the beautiful Taw Estuary and just a short downhill stroll to the quayside with a great choice of pubs and restaurants. The pretty picture-postcard setting of colourful narrow streets lined with flowers, and a myriad of boats bobbing up and down on the estuary provide a fabulous backdrop for memorable holidays, and Scrumpy Cottage is the perfect place to stay. Ideal for families, couples or friends, the warm and welcoming atmosphere will hit you as soon as you walk through the door! The amazingly spacious modern kitchen and separate dining room lead out onto a rear sunny courtyard, fully enclosed and having estuary views. Everyone will enjoy spending time here, especially for leisurely barbecues or relaxing drinks on balmy summer evenings. The cosy and comfortable sitting room sits to the front and a modern family bathroom and separate useful cloakroom complete the ground floor accommodation. Upstairs the stylish double room benefits from an ensuite shower room and the attractive twin enjoys far reaching sea and estuary views. The owners have taken great care to equip this wonderful cottage with everything you could possibly need, catering especially well for families with extras such as a baby pack including a baby monitor, high chair and booster seats, stair gate, Wi-Fi Broadband and a great selection of games and DVDs. With so much to explore in this beautiful part of the North Devon, Scrumpy Cottage will soon become your favourite home from home.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Sitting room with TV with Freeview, DVD and Ipod stereo unit. Kitchen with large gas hob, electric high level oven and grill, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. Dining room. Bathroom with bath with mixer handset over bath, WC and basin. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Garden furniture. BBQ. Outdoor storage box. A selection of books, games and DVDs. Stairgate available. No smoking. Regret no pets. There is unrestricted roadside parking in front of the cottage and on nearby streets. Public car parks are available throughout the village, the nearest being approx 175yds. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.