Coastal cottages and self catering in South West England

Seagull Cottage, Charlestown, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £459 to £ 1

Self catering accommodation in Charlestown sleeps 6.

Accommodation overview: The smaller of the two properties, this lovely barn is entered from the parking area where the front door leads directly into a pleasant living room open to the apex of the roof, with a comfortable leather seating area, a fully fitted country style kitchen/diner and natural wood flooring.

A rear hallway gives access to a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower cubicle, a twin bedded room with patio door opening to the landscaped lawn and gardens and a master bedroom with a kingsize double bed and an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin.

Stairs lead up from the living room to the first floor and an attractive landing/snug area with casual seating ideal for reading or as a children's play room and to one side a door opens to the third bedroom with two 3ft single beds tucked under the eaves with some exposed low beams.

The owners provide free charcoal/firelighters for the barbecue and can arrange for scallops, lobster, crab, fish (all weather and season dependent) to be delivered from local fishermen.

Wellington Farm - Ramscliff Cottage, Wells, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £293 to £ 534

Self catering accommodation in Wells sleeps 2.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Easy Walking Access • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: Set in a secluded position high in the Mendips above Cheddar Gorge (and just 3 miles from Cheddar), these three attractive barn conversions make an excellent base for walkers and nature lovers. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is rich in bird and wildlife, including badgers and deer (which visit the farm). Animals on the farm include calves, pygmy goats, alpacas, rabbits and guinea pigs. Nature trails criss-cross the surrounding hills, easily accessible from the farm, and the whole area is one of immense historical and geological interest.
Among the many places of interest to visit are Wells cathedral in England’s smallest city, Glastonbury Tor, the caves at Cheddar and Wookey, Longleat and several NT properties including Montacute House and Stourhead and King John’s Hunting Lodge in pretty Axbridge. Excellent beaches and seaside entertainment can be enjoyed at Weston Super Mare and Brean, and there are many charming villages to be explored, along with the rugged landscape of Exmoor National Park, famous for the native ponies. The Georgian Heritage city of Bath is easily reached with its beautiful architecture, Roman Baths, Abbey and fine selection of shops and restaurants. Several golf clubs are available locally together with horse riding, coarse fishing and trout fishing at Chew Valley and Blagdon Lakes. Very good local inns and places to eat. Shops 3 miles.

Fairholme Thatch, Strete, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £390 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Strete sleeps 4.

Features include: Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Fairholme Thatch is a very pretty Grade II thatched cottage (at the end of a terrace of three), extensively refurbished and renovated in recent years to a high standard throughout. The cottage balances many original character features with a modern, contemporary interior design and offers cosy, welcoming accommodation at all times of the year.

Stables Cottage, Ellicombe, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £314 to £ 897

Self catering accommodation in Ellicombe sleeps 4.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Pool Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: At the foot of Grabbist Hill (NT) in the Exmoor National Park these four beautifully furnished and well-equipped Grade II listed cottages are set in the grounds of 16th century Ellicombe Manor. Clustered around a cobbled courtyard they enjoy shared use of an outdoor heated swimming pool with its own walled area and poolside furniture and an acre of magnificent sub tropical gardens and 3-acre paddock offering views over the West Somerset Steam Railway and across the Bristol Channel to the Welsh coast. The gardens are a special feature of Ellicombe Manor filled with mature palm trees named exotic plants and shrubs and quiet corners with seating. Here too visitors may discover the ‘secret garden’ or enjoy a game of outdoor chess or other outdoor games.
A mile away Dunster with its famous castle yarn market and pre Christmas candlelight shopping offers a selection of pubs shops and restaurants. Minehead’s resort attractions sandy beach and coastal path walks are also close by. Golf river and lake fishing horse riding and wonderful walking locally in Exmoor National Park and West Somerset Steam Railway weekends. One mile to the start of South West Coast Path.

Accommodation Detail

All on ground floor: Living/dining room with vaulted ceiling. Kitchen. 2 bedrooms: 1 double 1 twin. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Leylands, Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £473 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Salcombe sleeps 8.

Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by Parking available • sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: An elegant, late Victorian terraced house built for a sea captain with spacious family accommodation on two floors. The property has been sympathetically renovated and furnished to a very high standard while still retaining the original character of this lovely house.

The Stables, Chew Valley Lake, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £328 to £ 650

Self catering accommodation in Chew Valley Lake sleeps 4.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set down a country lane, this detached, Mediterranean-style single-storey property holiday occupies a superb elevated position, commanding magnificent views over Chew Valley Lake and the surrounding countryside from the garden. It stands within the owners’ 3½-acre grounds, enjoying a lovely, shared garden with furniture. Close by are many natural and historic attractions, including the Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole Caves and Glastonbury Tor. There are many recreational activities on offer locally, such as fishing at the Blagdon and Chew Valley lakes, walking through the Mendip Hills, golf at Wells and skiing in Churchill. Weston-super-Mare, 15 miles, for coastal attractions and beach. Bath, Glastonbury, Wells and Bristol nearby. Shop/PO and pub ½ mile.

Entrance hall. Beamed living room with bay window and window seat. Modern fitted, galley-style kitchen with breakfast bar. Beamed double bedroom. Single bedroom (can be children’s bunk on request). Shower room with toilet.

Riverside, Tregrehan, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £341 to £ 674

Self catering accommodation in Tregrehan sleeps 4.

Accommodation overview: This beautifully presented detched bungalow sits in the owner’s well-established garden and has two of Cornwall’s loveliest gardens within a short walk. This area of Cornwall is inundated with many tourist attractions pretty coastal villages and resorts; from Fowey to Mevagissey the whole of St Austell Bay is dotted with secret coves and secluded beaches such as Menabilly made famous by Daphne du Maurier. The village of Charlestown frequently used as a film and TV set is just a stroll away from the holiday property and has several good places to eat right on the ancient quayside which is the home to the Tall Ships used on many films. The Eden Project and The Lost Gardens of Heligan both a must for all visitors to Cornwall are close by and can even be visited by bike - a cycle hire centre can be found in the village of Pentewan across the bay. Shop 1 mile pub and restaurant 0.25 miles.

Accommodation details

All on ground floor: Living room with double sofa bed and patio doors/dining room/kitchen with wooden floor. 1 double (5ft) bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Bostreath, Ladock, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £243 to £ 592

Self catering accommodation in Ladock sleeps 2.

Features include: • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: The perfect relaxing holiday for couples wishing to get away from it all, this detached holiday cottage is a converted cart shed and provides light, airy accommodation, commanding stunning views across open countryside. Bostreath is centrally located for exploring both north and south Cornish coastlines, just 2½ miles off the A30. Visit the cathedral city of Truro, which has a theatre, cinema, bars and restaurants, 6 miles, or Newquay, popular with surfers, 7 miles. The busy port of Falmouth has the National Maritime Museum, marinas, beaches, coastal walks, castles and the beautiful Helford River. Visit the Eden Project or explore the many NT gardens including Trelissick, Trebah and Glendurgan or Lanhydrock House. Shop 2½ miles, pub 2 miles.

Open-plan living/dining room and kitchen area with wooden floor. Double bedroom. Fully tiled bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.