Find self catering and cottages with detached property in South West England

Oak Tree Barn, Thurloxton, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £386 to £ 974

Self catering accommodation in Thurloxton sleeps 5.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage

Accommodation overview: In a secluded setting with far reaching views over open countryside, this converted, individual barn dating back to 1767 displays a light open-plan design with lovely furnishings, retaining many original features. The holiday property is set in its own south-facing garden and patio with separate access, away from the owner’s home, and walks from the doorstep into the Quantock foothills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Hestercombe Gardens 4 miles. Sandy beaches 14 miles. Taunton 6 miles. Shops 2 miles, pub serving food 1 mile.

Kitchen/dining room with flagstone floor. Beamed sitting-room with high vaulted ceiling, rugs on wooden floor, wood-burning stove, futon bed (for +1) and large patio doors. Twin bedroom with wash-basin. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Attractive, galleried double bedroom with wash basin and unusual hayloft-style windows overlooking the sitting-room.

Little Stretton, Thurlestone, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £828 to £ 2024

Self catering accommodation in Thurlestone sleeps 8.

Features include: • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Situated in a very quiet rural location, this detached family property has been renovated and extended to a very high standard. Well-appointed throughout, the spacious holiday property boasts a contemporary modern interior and has been tastefully refurbished. The large, fully enclosed garden enjoys a patio - ideal for al-fresco dining - as well as a delightful sunny aspect. Set in the popular picture-postcard village of Thurlestone, with its pink-washed thatched cottages, several splendid sandy beaches can be enjoyed less than a mile away. The South West Coast Path, the longest footpath in Britain, passes close to the village and provides superb walking through stunning and dramatic countryside.
Nearby Kingsbridge is a busy market town distinguished by fine Tudor and Georgian buildings, with a largely Elizabethan colonnaded Shambles. A summer ferry runs from here to the sailing and holiday resort of Salcombe, whose calm waters are strewn with small craft, with the ruined Fort Charles at the entrance to the harbour injecting a touch of romance. Just east of Kingsbridge is the lagoon of the Slapton Ley nature reserve which supports herons, terns, widgeon and great crested grebes.
Further afield is the unique resort of Torquay, where the small marina can seem almost Mediterranean, especially at night when coloured lights festoon the harbour. The large sandy beaches are a major attraction, and there are also several museums, houses and ornamental gardens to explore. Shop 1/2 mile.

Step to entrance. Hallway with wooden floor. Large living/dining room with wood-burning stove, rugs on wooden floor, patio doors to garden, and spacious well-equipped modern Shaker-style kitchen area. Utility. Two bedrooms; one double with 5ft bed and rugs on wooden floor, and one bunk bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 6ft bed, TV, video and far-reaching sea views. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with toilet.

Higher Farm Barn, Milborne Wick, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £947 to £ 2341

Self catering accommodation in Milborne Wick sleeps 10.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Short Breaks • Games Room • D

Accommodation overview: This 17th-century converted barn adjacent to the owner’s home lies in the quaint hamlet of Milborne Wick on the Somerset/Dorset border, 3 miles north of the historic town of Sherborne. It stands detached in grounds of approximately 1 acre and offers spacious accommodation, ideal for large family groups to unwind, relax and enjoy the wealth of countryside and many other attractions to be found in Somerset, Dorset and Wiltshire. Lovely country walks, village pubs, golf, horse racing at Wincanton and fishing are all nearby, and within easy driving distance there is a diversity of family attractions to visit, such as Longleat House and Safari Park, magnificent steam railways, the fascinating array of vintage motor cars at the Haynes Motor Museum, and Yeovilton Fleet Air Arm Museum with its aviation history, including Concorde. Spend days out exploring the history of Somerset in many historic houses such as Montacute, Barrington Court and Forde Abbey and Gardens, or take a scenic exhilarating walk to the top of the enchanting Glastonbury Tor. The Georgian City of Bath with its many splendid museums, Roman baths, abbey, shops and restaurants is well worth a visit, or in Dorset one can explore Cerne Abbas, with the renowned Cerne Giant, down to the market town of Dorchester, the bustling seaside town of Weymouth with its superb beach and port, and then on to the Chesil Beach and the famous stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast. It is truly a great location to suit a variety of holiday needs for all. Shops and pubs 1 mile.

Large galleried hall with floor-to-ceiling feature glass window. Large beamed living room with central wood-burning stove dividing room into further sitting room with games area with piano and pool table. Spacious dining room. Beamed kitchen with slate floor. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed and TV; one with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet, one with en-suite bathroom and toilet. Three twin bedrooms, one with two 2ft 6in beds (for +2 children). Shower room with toilet.

West Moor Cottage, Chilton Polden, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £311 to £ 877

Self catering accommodation in Chilton Polden sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Short Breaks • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Just 8 miles from the long sandy beach at Burnham-on-Sea, this renovated detached, holiday cottage has lovely country views and its own small, secluded garden. Ideally located for exploring this beautiful part of Somerset with walking, riding and cycling on the Somerset Levels and Moors and the surrounding hills of Quantock, Mendip and Blackdown. Within easy reach is Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole, Wells (15 miles), and ancient Glastonbury (10 miles). Weston-super-Mare and Minehead resorts are within easy driving distance, as are many NT properties. Shop ¼ mile.

Ideal for 3 generation families, with 3 reception rooms. Entrance hall. Spacious living room with wood-burning stove and countryside views. Large dining room with ornamental fireplace and rugs on wooden floor. Farmhouse-style beamed kitchen with breakfast area. Separate cloakroom with toilet. Garden room. Utility room. First floor: Two double bedrooms. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with toilet. Shower room.

The Old Coach House, Ellicombe, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £303 to £ 674

Self catering accommodation in Ellicombe sleeps 2.

Features include: Short Breaks Non smoking • Detached Pool Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed sleeps 2

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 and patio doors. Kitchen. 2 steps down to 1 double bedroom. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet.

Phone enquiries: 0345 498 6152

Milladon Farmhouse, St Germans, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £406 to £ 1332

Self catering accommodation in St Germans sleeps 6.

Features include: • Pet friendly • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Golf near by • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleep

Accommodation overview: 300-year-old Milladon Farmhouse sits in an acre of garden with a 2-acre paddock and has been renovated to a very high standard, with a modernised kitchen. The holiday property has an unspoilt, uninterrupted view down the Lynher Valley and across to the dramatic peaks of Dartmoor National Park in the distance. It lies close to the beaches of Looe, Whitsand Bay (ideal surfing), Seaton, Downderry and Portwrinkle. Golf, sailing, deep sea fishing, river trips, windsurfing and diving are all available locally. Shops 1 mile, pubs 2 miles.

Living room with oil ‘wood burner’ and slate floor. Well-equipped, farmhouse style kitchen/dining room with Rayburn, electric hob, French doors to patio and slate floor. Sitting room with open fire. Utility. Shower room and toilet with tiled floor. First floor: Two double bedrooms with 5ft bed; one with en-suite bathroom with power shower and toilet, three with countryside views. Twin bedroom with wash basin. Double bedroom (alternative sleeping) with wash basin. Bathroom with over-bath rain shower and toilet.

Gwel An Porth, Falmouth, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £799 to £ 1786

Self catering accommodation in Falmouth sleeps 6.

Features include: • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: This superb, detached, Scandinavian single-storey holiday property is located in the heart of Falmouth. It stands in an enviable position with stunning panoramic views over Falmouth harbour and beyond to Flushing, the Carrick Roads and St Mawes. All bedrooms have fabulous harbour views. The secluded sun terrace which runs alongside the property offers an ideal relaxation area, and is the perfect place in which to relax over breakfast or enjoy an evening drink whilst watching the never ending and changing activity on the harbour. There is plenty to do and see around the area, with activities to suit all ages. Falmouth town centre is just five minutes’ walk and is one of the UK’s foremost holiday destinations offering everything from superb, clean Blue Flag beaches, sailing, water sports, cliffs and coastal walks, a golf course and a bustling town centre with a wide selection of shops, restaurants, bars, cinema, National Maritime Museum, Pendennis Castle, marinas and harbours. Regular passenger ferry services operate from the main pier to St Mawes and Flushing, or take one of the many creek and waterway sight seeing trips. Gyllingvase Beach, offering superb facilities for bathing and surfing, Castle Beach and Swanpool Leisure Beach and Nature Reserve are all just a short distance away, and there are several boating lakes in the area, perfect for a summer’s day. For those who enjoy boating, there is a wide range of opportunities in the area, from the romantic Helford River, made famous by Daphne de Maurier’s novel Frenchman’s Creek, to the Argal Reservoir and Water Park with fishing, bird watching and watersports park. For a beautiful view of the town, climb the 111 steps up ‘Jacob’s Ladder’, or spend a relaxed afternoon browsing the many art galleries in the town. Shop 500 yards, pub 100 yards.

Spacious open-plan living/dining room with contemporary electric fire, solid oak floor, panoramic views, patio doors to sun terrace, and stunning well-equipped kitchen area with bespoke granite worktops and tiled floor. Step down to utility. Master double bedroom with 5ft bed, TV and fully tiled en-suite bathroom with toilet. Two double bedrooms; each with TV and fully tiled en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet.

Woolhanger Farmhouse, Parracombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1026 to £ 2688

Self catering accommodation in Parracombe sleeps 12.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Games Room • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 12

Accommodation overview:

Located on the vast Woolhanger Farm Estate, this large detached house is ideal for families or a group of friends to get together and enjoy a memorable holiday. The large layout of the house means there are plenty of living areas for everyone to enjoy. There is even an adjoined annex which is ideal for a couple or parents with a small baby to have their own independent space. The house also has a huge enclosed garden with a sitting-out area and large lawns, ideal for croquet or playing football. The property also enjoys shared use of a well-maintained tennis court. The Woolhanger Estate, 8 miles, has a wonderful wedding venue which is located in a spectacular Victorian music room. Woolhanger Farmhouse can be used in conjunction with Witham Cottage, ref HSSQ, to provide accommodation for upto 17 guests. As well as walking on Exmoor, there is plenty to do within easy distance of the property. In Ilfracombe there are the Tunnel Beaches, harbour and numerous shops and restaurants whilst Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park and Watermouth Castle are within easy reach. At Lynton, take the funicular railway which will take visitors down to Lynmouth or take a trip along the narrow gauge railway at Woody Bay. At Croyde and Woolacombe find some of the best and cleanest surf beaches in the country, as well as many smaller coves and bays. There are National Trust properties such as Arlington and Knightshayes, and the RHS gardens at Rosemoor can also be easily reached. Shop and pub 3 miles.

Large living room with wood-burning stove and patio doors. Sitting room. Large dining room with patio doors. Spacious, well-equipped kitchen with Aga (for cooking), breakfast area and wooden floor. Second kitchen with electric cooker, breakfast area and wooden floor. Utility. Games room. Two separate toilets. First floor: Five double bedrooms, each with 6ft zip and link bed; one with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Shower room with toilet. Annex: Ground floor: Kitchen with electric cooker and breakfast area. First floor: Double bedroom with 6ft bed. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet.

• Wood-burning stove - fuel inc
• Elec, partial oil CH, Economy 7 CH, bed linen and towels inc
• T/cot
• H/chair
• Four Freeview TVs
• DVD
• Wii
• Aga
• M/wave
• W/machine
• Washer/dryer
• T/dryer
• D/washer
• F/freezer
• Shared payphone (in estate office foyer)
• Large, enclosed, lawned garden with furniture
• Gas BBQ
• Ample parking
• Cycle store
• Games room with Wii, pool table, table tennis, darts and table football
• Shared tennis court
• Natural water supply from spring
• Welcome pack
• Pets welcome - to be kept on a lead, sheep country
• No smoking
• Friday to Friday
• NB: 4 steps in garden