Find self catering and cottages with a garden in South West England

Emilys Cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £344 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Close to the Beach •

Accommodation overview: A pretty thatched cottage tucked away in the coastal village of Bucks Mills, Devon.

This pretty semi detached thatched cottage is tucked away in Bucks Mills, a picturesque village on the edge of the sea. Full of character features including pine latch doors, small paned windows with deep sills and wooden flooring; it is perfect for couples looking for an escape from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Approached by several steps through the front garden the entrance door opens directly into the charming living/ dining room with an impressive stone inglenook and comfy sofa. The country style kitchen is fitted in pine and to the rear of the cottage, with two steps up, is a separate utility room and spacious refurbished modern bathroom. Upstairs are two lovely bedrooms, carpeted for comfort and one having a sloping ceiling in parts. Tiered lawns and multi level gardens, not suitable for small children, give ample space to relax with the sound of the stream meandering by. A gentle stroll will take you down to a rocky beach with sandy areas, as shown in the website photograph. There are plenty of rock pools, good for prawning, and you will find the view along to Clovelly and out to Lundy Island quite spectacular. Just under a mile up the lane you will conveniently find the local post office and store. In an idyllic location, Emily’s is sure to delight all visitors and is a welcoming home to return to after exploring all that this beautiful area has to offer.

Accommodation: Ground Floor: Living/dining room with TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave and fridge / freezer. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Bathroom with bath with mixer handset over bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. NS Heating. Garden furniture. Regret no pets. No smoking. Private parking for 1 car on driveway to the side of the property. No short breaks. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

The Granary, Tawstock, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £216 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Tawstock sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: A unique cottage with a fascinating history, a perfect holiday retreat nestling in the heart of Lynton. A complimentary parking permit is provided for nearby car park. The Smithy offers a special lower price for couples in low season

This unique and fascinating cottage, steeped in local history, has been lovingly restored to provide a wonderful holiday retreat. Formerly a working Smithy many of the original features remain. The huge open plan living area with original oak beams and high vaulted ceiling is complemented by contemporary styling. Comfy sofas surround the fireplace with a log burning stove inviting cosy evenings, and a spacious dining area is ideal for leisurely breakfasts. The kitchen is extremely well equipped with everything you could need and more. A wide wooden staircase rises to the landing and on to the Minstrels Gallery where a half loft, originally used to store the iron, has been transformed into a unique double bedroom, open to the high vaulted ceiling and with a balustrade overlooking the living room below. A second compact double bedroom and a single bedroom with views over the town are found off the landing, together with an attractive bathroom. The Smithy provides guests with an opportunity to step back in time and experience the atmosphere of this genuine forge where Mr Bill Prideaux, working up to the age of 89, claimed to be the oldest blacksmith in the country. Today's visitors of course will be able to relax and enjoy their stay with excellent modern facilities and be ideally located right in the heart of Lynton with a choice of shops, restaurants and village inns nearby.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Open plan living room with wood burning stove, flat screen digital TV with Freeview, DVD, video and stereo. Kitchen area with electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double (mezzanine style). Bedroom 2 with 4' Double. Bedroom 3 with Single. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. A selection of CDs, DVDs videos, books and games. Toddler bed guard. Stairgate available. Baby bottle steriliser. No smoking. Parking permit is provided for one car in car park approx 150yds. 2 Pets welcome. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

The Gearing, Tiverton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £199 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Tiverton sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: Perfect for couples or friends, a pretty Devon barn conversion with stunning views

Nestling in the midst of the most beautiful Devon Countryside, on the fringes of Exmoor National Park, you will find Marwoods Farm. Tucked down a single track lane in the tiny hamlet of Cove and with stunning far reaching views over the lush hills and valleys, this really is a perfect country retreat. The little town of Bampton is just 3 miles away with a lovely choice of shops pubs and restaurants, while Tiverton a ten minute drive, offers a wide selection of attractions including the twelfth century Tiverton Castle and Bickleigh Mill, located on the River Exe and offering trout lakes and fishing with picnic area, farm shops, waterside tea garden and much more. Just a few miles to the north, Exmoor National Park has something for everyone, walking, climbing, cycling or just enjoying a cream tea in the coastal resort of Lynmouth where spectacular cliffs plunge down to the sea. Adjacent to the owners own home we are delighted to offer four high quality stone built cottages, recently converted from the original farm buildings, using ECO friendly under floor heating and with excellent facilities. Overlooking the shared front lawned garden, each cottage has an individual patio with garden furniture. A special treat is the outdoor Jacuzzi Spa Pool which is available to all guests throughout the year. A discount of 10% is available should all of the cottages be booked together for a group of family or friends.

Perfect for couples, the open plan living / dining / kitchen has floor to ceiling windows and door making the room light and bright. On a mezzanine floor above, the stylish bedroom has a pristine en suite shower room.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Open plan living / dining/ kitchen with 40" TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen area with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. A separate communal utility room provides washing machines and tumble dryer. First floor: A mezzanine bedroom with ensuite shower room with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Wi-Fi Broadband. Under floor heating. Garden furniture. Jacuzzi spa pool (shared) No Smoking. 1 well behaved pet welcome. Ample car parking. Short breaks available. Arr/dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Croft Cottage, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £344 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: A lovely cottage in a great location with private parking and spacious accommodation

This lovely semi-detached, double fronted cottage is in the heart of the conservation area of Lynton, just a short stroll away from the fabulous choice of craft shops, galleries, restaurants and famous cliff top railway to Lynmouth. The private driveway with ample space for two cars is a real benefit in this popular village. Perfect for couples, families or friends, Croft Cottage is spacious and welcoming. The sitting room features an attractive period fireplace with wood burner effect electric stove to keep you cosy all year round and the spacious slate floored kitchen / dining room is ideal for leisurely breakfasts whilst planning the exciting day ahead. A further snug sitting area with comfy sofa can be used either as a second TV room or quiet newspaper reading corner. Completing the ground floor accommodation is a good size conservatory style entrance, great for storage of coats, boots or muddy pets. From the hallway, stairs lead to the first floor with three attractive bedrooms, a really spacious double, a good size twin and an airy single room. A family bathroom together with a separate cloakroom serves all rooms. Immediately outside the rear door is a level seating area, and several stone steps lead up to a pretty paved patio, quite spacious and perfect for a barbecue or evening drinks. The garden can be completely enclosed by the driveway gates. Lynton and its twin village Lynmouth are set in the most beautiful area of Exmoor National Park, with stunning coastal walks that will take your breath away, and Croft Cottage provides a comfortable home from home at the end of a busy day.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Conservatory style entrance porch. Kitchen / dining room with electric cooker with ceramic hob, microwave, dishwasher and larder fridge. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. Sitting room with electric wood burning stove, TV with Freeview plus and DVD. Snug sitting room with TV with Freeview. Cloakroom with WC. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King. Bedroom 2 with Twin, Bedroom 3 with Single. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath and basin. Separate cloakroom with WC.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Telephone for emergency and incoming calls only. No cot is available, please bring your own travel cot. No smoking. 2 Pets welcome. Parking for 2 cars. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Sandcastles, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £344 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A stylish modern holiday home in a great location for the beach and village centre. Perfect for couples and young families.

Set in a private lane just minutes from the wonderful golden sands of Croyde Bay, Sandcastles is a picture postcard seaside cottage, perfect for couples or small family. After busy days on the beach, walking the stunning coast path or exploring beautiful Exmoor National Park, this inviting holiday cottage will be a treat to return home to. In an open plan design the comfortable living room is stylishly furnished and the modern kitchen area with white units and granite style works surfaces comes complete with breakfast bar. Two attractive bedrooms share the separate spacious fully tiled family bathroom. Outside, a small lawn and patio is ideal for relaxing with a morning coffee or evening glass of wine. For long summer holidays or short breaks, this lovely cottage will be a popular choice at any time of year.

Accommodation: Ground Floor: Open plan living room with electric wood burner effect fire, TV with Freeview and DVD, CD player/ipod dock/radio. Kitchen area with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric CH. No Smoking. Wi-Fi Broadband. 2 pets welcome. Patio furniture. Private parking for 2 cars on driveway. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Longstraw, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £359 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Pretty cottage in a tucked away location yet only a few minutes walk from the centre of Croyde.

Longstraw nestles at the end of a row of three, with a large lawned garden to the side and pretty patio to the front looking out over the countryside. Just a few minutes stroll will take you to the village centre with its charming mix of thatched cottages, local stores and a great choice of pubs and restaurants. The beach path also winds its way from the village to beautiful Croyde Bay and the softest golden sands backed by dunes. Being in the same location as our cottage Thatcher’s Leggett gives a perfect opportunity for extended families or friends to enjoy their own space while holidaying together. With a high vaulted ceiling giving a sense of space and light, the spacious comfortable open plan living room has a log burning stove for cosy evenings all through the year and a modern well equipped kitchen /dining area. An attractive twin bedroom and shower room is also on the ground floor. From the entrance hallway a solid wood staircase rises up to the mezzanine floor and a spacious double bedroom with separate dressing room and ensuite bathroom. This attractive galleried landing area, with far reaching views, is a lovely spot for relaxing in the comfy chairs to read a book or the morning papers, and a second TV is a useful bonus for families. A real treat is the large lawn to the side of the cottage, ideal for children to run and play, and the pretty front patio is just perfect for leisurely al fresco meals, barbecues or just relaxing at any time of day. Keen walkers will enjoy taking the footpath to stunning Putsborough beach, which leads almost from the doorstep and takes around twenty minutes.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Open plan living/dining/kitchen with log burning stove and TV with Freeview and DVD. Kitchen area with gas hob and electric oven, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and washing machine. Bedroom 1 with Twin. Shower room with large cubicle WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 2 with Double on mezzanine floor, dressing room and ensuite bathroom with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. BBQ. Garden furniture. 1 small pet welcome. No smoking. One parking space. Short breaks available. Arrival time 3pm. 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.

Priory House, Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 12
Weekly prices from £1059 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Barnstaple sleeps 12.

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

Accommodation overview: Spacious contemporary accommodation in stunning rural setting

NEWLY REGISTERED PROPERTY SLEEPING 12 (OR 14 FROM 5TH AUGUST)IN IDYLLIC LOCATION WITH STUNNING VIEWS

In a superb location, set in 3.5 acres of unspoilt countryside, Priory House offers seclusion and privacy. It really does offer the best of both worlds; this impressive detached home is surrounded by stunning rural scenery yet sits only two miles from the principal market town of Barnstaple and just a short drive away from a choice of stunning North Devon beaches. Access to J27 of the M5 is less than an hour away. As soon as you enter through the pillared wooden gates onto the private sweeping driveway, you will know you have arrived somewhere really special to relax and unwind. The spacious contemporary accommodation is light and bright throughout, with high quality furnishings, stylishly presented. A superbly equipped kitchen/dining room is at the heart of the house, where the whole family can gather for leisurely breakfasts or catch up on the days adventures over dinner. This dual aspect room has French doors opening onto a choice of two terraces, which enjoy the sun at different times of day. Two separate living rooms ensure plenty of space for everyone to relax or play and both have doors which open directly onto one of the terraces which surround the property on all sides for easy access to superb views. There are five attractively furnished bedrooms on the first floor. The master bedroom features a pretty Juliette balcony, ensuite bathroom and huge walk in wardrobe. A second king room also benefits from an ensuite shower room. The third bedroom is a double aspect room with sleeping options for a family offering great flexibility by way of two zip and link king size beds that can be converted to four singles on request. A fourth bedroom offers twin single sleeping arrangements and the fifth bedroom is a more compact double. A fabulous family bathroom completes the upstairs accommodation.
The grounds which immediately surround the house are mostly lawned, overlooking paddocks and woodland with wonderful views far into the distance. An elevated tree house (young children will need to be supervised)will provide amusement for the younger guests and a small orchard is being established in a further corner of the expansive gardens.
In the grounds just across the gravelled car park there is a delightful self contained cottage that sleeps two with its own kitchen/diner and bathroom. The cottage is secluded and has a private garden area. There is a residential let in until August 5th, however if you are interested in renting both Priory House and Priory Cottage altogether after this date please contact the office and we will provide you with a special tariff.
For larger family groups or for two families holidaying together, Priory House is just perfect for getting away from it all in spacious comfortable surroundings. The golden sandy surfing beaches of Saunton and Croyde are approximately twenty-five minutes drive away and the fringes of beautiful Exmoor National Park even closer.

Accommodation: Ground floor Hall. Cloakroom with WC & basin. Living room with 40" TV with DVD player, iPod docking station and electric fire. Family room with TV and table football. Kitchen/dining room with gas hob, electric double oven, microwave, large American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher and breakfast bar. Dining area with TV dining space that comfortably seats 12. Utility room with sink unit, washing machine and tumble dryer. First floor Bedroom 1 with King and ensuite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with King and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 3 large family room with 1 King zip n link to 2'6 twin on request and 2'6" twin zip n link to King on request. Bedroom 4 with 3' Twin. Bedroom 5 with King. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and Towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Highchair available. Garden furniture. BBQ. 2 Pets welcome. Store room for surf boards and bicycles. Ample parking. No smoking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.