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

Jackdaw Cottage, Umberleigh, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Umberleigh sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Surprisingly spacious character cottage nestling in an idyllic country location.

This charming semi detached cottage, adjacent to the owners own home, nestles in stunning, tranquil Devonshire countryside. With its spacious interior and good size fully enclosed garden, Jackdaw cottage makes an ideal base for families or couples alike who will love the original and sometimes quirky character features. Stroll down the garden path and through the listed front doorway into a large hallway and on to the spacious comfortable sitting room with an impressive inglenook fireplace made cosy by a wood burning stove. A special feature of the light, bright and newly fitted dining kitchen is a huge oak beam with vaulted ceiling and a separate utility room provides even more space. Just off the utility room an additional ground floor bathroom is ideal for use after those muddy walks or visits to the beach. Upstairs you will discover the quirky nature of this historic cottage in the uneven walls and floor, all adding to the charm, and where two attractive bedrooms are served by a modern family bathroom. Guests have full private use of the lawned front gardens, which are fully enclosed, and the rear area has lovely views over the valley.

Accommodation: Ground floor. Hall. Sitting room with wood burner, TV with Freeview, DVD and Video. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Utility room with washing machine. Bathroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bathroom with bath, WC, basin and separate shower cubicle.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Complimentary basket of logs. Garden furniture. No smoking. 2 Pets welcome. No cot is provided; please bring your own travel cot. Ample parking space. Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. 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.

Duneside Cottage, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £375 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Perfect for beach lovers this modern home from home is a popular choice for couples and young families.

Duneside is an immaculate and comfortable semi detached holiday home in a great location. Perfect for beach lovers, being just a short walk to the beautiful golden sands, and also just a gentle stroll to the centre of the village with a great selection of local shops, restaurants and pubs. The main entrance opens into the living room, leading through an archway to the recently refitted kitchen/breakfast room with wooden floor throughout. the kitchen door leads onto the rear garden, being completely enclosed and with a paved patio and seating area. Two attractive bedrooms are both served by a modern bathroom with white suite. The double captures sea glimpses. Duneside is conveniently placed to enjoy many local walks and with the coastal path network there is much to explore. A modern home in this sought after and popular destination.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Living room with HD LCD TV with freesat, video, DVD and stereo with iPod dock. Kitchen/breakfast area with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King. Bedroom 2 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. NS heaters. Travel stair gate can be provided on request. Regret no pets. No smoking. Garden furniture and BBQ. Private parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Myrtle Cottage, Lynmouth, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynmouth sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious character cottage in a superb location overlooking the river. Parking is available roadside.

Myrtle Cottage sits just across from the East Lyn river, a short stroll from the village centre and close to an abundance of coastal and country walks. To the front of the cottage, off the hallway, a modern living room has an electric wood burning stove effect fire making it cosy at any time of year. The separate spacious dining room features an original Rayburn, which although no longer in use adds to the charm of this family room which is open plan to the compact modern kitchen. Three bedrooms and separate modern bathroom are on the first floor, the double and compact single enjoying river views. A small front terrace is a lovely spot to sit and relax within the sound of the tumbling river and to the rear is an enclosed paved courtyard. With a pebble beach and a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants on the doorstep. Myrtle Cottage offers a relaxing haven at the end of the day.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD, video, stereo and electric wood burning effect stove. Dining room. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Shed housing a washer/dryer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with 2' 6" Single. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. No smoking. 1 pet welcome. Patio furniture. Roadside parking. No short breaks. 4pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Hayloft At Kemps Farm, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £359 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A superb rural retreat in a stunning location surrounded by rolling heather clad hills and valleys. The prefect romantic hideaway for couples and peaceful haven for friends and families.

In the very heart of Lorna Doone Country surrounded by a breathtaking landscape of rolling heather clad hills and valleys, The Hayloft at Kemps Farm offers a tranquil retreat from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Approached via a long sweeping driveway with only the owners own holiday home nearby, this idyllic location is just perfect for couples looking for a romantic hideaway. Recently renovated to provide excellent quality accommodation, this charming conversion sits above the stables and is accessed via six external wooden steps and gravel path. The front entrance leads into a spacious utility room with ample space for those walking boots and coats. A stylish and comfortable sitting room enjoys wonderful views over Exmoor and has a log burning stove for cosy evenings at any time of year. Fully fitted with cream country style units complimented by granite work surfaces and limestone flooring, the spacious dining kitchen has everything you could possibly need. Two beautiful double bedrooms each with their own luxurious en suite bathrooms complete this wonderful holiday home. A lawned garden with far reaching countryside views provide an idyllic spot for relaxing in the sun or enjoying al fresco meals in perfect seclusion. If you can tear yourself away there are miles of country walks to explore, stunning coastal scenery and friendly village pubs to sample.

Accommodation: Ground floor. Living room with wood burning stove, 40" flat screen HD TV with Freeview, DVD and iPod dock. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge with ice compartment. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and additional sink. Bedroom 1 with King and ensuite bathroom with power shower over bath, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Double and ensuite bathroom with bath, power shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Garden furniture. A selection of books and games. Complimentary basket of logs. Private water supply, UV filtered and tested regularly. 2 pets welcome. No smoking. Private parking space plus additional guest parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Apple Tree Cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: Surprisingly spacious cottage close to the estuary seafront, light and bright throughout with modern styling and fabulous open fireplace for cosy evenings. Parking can be found roadside or in a choice of car parks nearby.

This delightful and surprisingly spacious cottage is just yards from the estuary seafront in the charming village of Appledore, tucked away in a quaint narrow street where some of the colourful neighbouring homes may date back as far as the 17th century. The delightful quayside offers a small but excellent range of pubs, shops and galleries and offers a host of activities from fishing trips and crabbing contests to Morris Dancing and book fairs. Step from the porch into an attractive hallway and through to a light filled dual aspect sitting / dining room, with a lovely period fireplace to enjoy an open fire on cooler evenings. The stylish modern fitted kitchen is well equipped for all your needs and leads out onto the sunny south facing rear garden where stone steps lead up to a fabulous decked area perfect for al fresco meals or just relaxing in the warm summer evenings. Back inside the wide staircase and spacious galleried landing gives access to the stylish bedrooms and family bathroom. For surfers the popular beach at Westward Ho! is just five minutes away and the cottage provides an outdoor utility room ideal for storage of wet suits and surfboards. There is so much to see and do in this fabulous area, with easy access to stunning beaches, pretty villages and beautiful Exmoor National Park, not forgetting family attractions such as The Big Sheep and The Milky Way. The choice is yours, but it is always good to return to the comfort of Apple Tree Cottage at the end of the day

Accommodation: Ground floor: Porch. Hall. Sitting / dining room with open fire, TV with Freeview and Blu-ray DVD, CD player, digital radio and iPod Dock. Kitchen with gas hob, electric oven, microwave and fridge freezer. An external utility room houses the washing machine and tumble dryer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Complimentary basket of fuel. Wi-Fi Broadband. Garden furniture. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls. Limited parking available on roadside or 2 car parks close by. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Peppercombe Holt, Horns Cross, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £344 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Horns Cross sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: Nestling in a tranquil wooded valley, Peppercombe Holt is a comfortable character cottage, perfect for nature lovers and walkers. A special lower price is offered for couples in low season

If you are looking for a truly secluded retreat, then Peppercombe Holt is for you. Nestling in a tranquil wooded valley leading down to the sea, nature lovers will be enthralled by the canopy of ancient trees and the abundance of ferns and wild flowers. Approached via a narrow track of just over one third of a mile - unsuitable for low suspension or extra wide vehicles - it adjoins the owners own holiday cottage, just used occasionally. The cosy living room with inglenook has a wood burning stove, lovely at any time of year. The modern breakfast kitchen features a slate tiled floor complimented by granite style worktops and is well equipped for all your needs. From a rear utility room, useful for coats and boots, five steps lead up to the modern family bathroom and an open tread staircase leads to the three bedrooms on the first floor. A spacious double room, a compact twin room and a single room, all have wonderful views and feature deep window sills, and traditional latched board doors. As may be expected in this type of cottage some doorways have low head room. At the side of the cottage a raised patio is ideal for al fresco dining and the sloping and tiered cottage garden, with covered pond, has lots of peaceful spots to relax surrounded only by the sounds of nature. Keen walkers will find endless coastal and country footpaths leading almost from the doorstep, a favourite being the walk to Peppercombe Beach, shown in the photograph, with its unique red cliffs and mini waterfall, pebbles at high tide give way to a lovely sandy inlet with interesting rock pools and beach fishing at low tide. In an unforgettable and unique location Peppercombe Holt is just perfect for a truly get away from it all holiday at any time of year.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Kitchen/dining room with electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge, and microwave. Living room with wood burning stove, TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Rear hall / utility room with sink, washer/dryer and freezer. Cloakroom with WC and basin. Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Single.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric CH. Complimentary logs provided. Garden furniture. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Private parking for 2 cars plus turning area at the side of the cottage. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls only (shared line with adjacent cottage). Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Marigold Cottage, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £995 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 10.

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

Accommodation overview: Enviable location with fantastic sea views and only a few minutes walk to the beach. Marigold will be taking pets from September 2011

The perfect beach holiday for discerning families - Sun, Sea and Marigold Cottage! Stunning sea views over Croyde Bay and the stylish, bright and spacious accommodation are an irresistible mix. Drop your suitcases inside, grab your surfboards, buckets and spades and head just across the road to beautiful Croyde Bay. Marigold is around 200yds from the soft golden sands and sits in a prestigious location within large lawned gardens, ideal for children - and energetic parents - to run and play. The superb decked terrace to the front is the just the place for food al fresco while taking in the wonderful sea views, and in the balmy summer evenings enjoy a glass of wine and spectacular sunsets. Inside you will find a comfortable home from home, well equipped and stylishly presented. In the sitting room comfy leather sofas flank an attractive fireplace complete with wood burning stove. The contemporary fitted kitchen has a spacious family dining area, perfect for leisurely breakfasts or after dinner games. There are three bedrooms on the ground floor served by a separate shower room. On the first floor is an amazingly spacious master bedroom with ensuite shower room and a children's twin room with a selection of games and toys. Also on this floor is a family bathroom where you can forget about the stresses of everyday life as you relax and unwind in the claw and ball feet roll top bath. The pretty village of Croyde with its quintessential thatched cottages and a great choice of pubs and restaurants is around a ten minute stroll away, and for a change from the beach why not try Cascades tropical indoor pool complex. Marigold now offers flexible arrangements for smaller families and groups of friends at certain times throughout the year, so whether you are looking for a fabulous summer holiday or cosy winter break there is something for everyone.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Living room with wood burning stove, TV with Freeview, DVD, video and iPod docking station. Kitchen/breakfast room with TV/DVD and iPod docking station, large gas oven with six burner hob, microwave, dishwasher and 'American style' fridge/freezer with icemaker. Inner hallway to utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer. Shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin, which can be joined to make a 6' double on request. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. First floor: Bedroom 4 with Twin 2' 6" cabin style beds. Bedroom 5 with King and ensuite shower, WC and basin. Bathroom with roll top bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric convector heaters. Complimentary basket of logs. Outdoor dining table. Gas BBQ. 2 pets welcome. No smoking. Ample private car parking on site. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.