Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in South West England

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

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.

The Dunes, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £420 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: Comfortable modern home with lovely outlook over the village and distant sea views.

The Dunes is a modern detached holiday home with a delightful outlook over the village towards Baggy Point and within easy strolling distance of the beach and good choice of pubs and restaurants. The dual aspect living room with stripped pine floor is light and airy and the electric wood burning style stove is perfect for cooler evenings. Patio doors lead out on to the fully enclosed garden with patio and small lawn, ideal for pets. The modern kitchen is well equipped and there is a downstairs cloakroom off the hallway. There are three bedrooms upstairs, the double room which has a King together with the twin room has distant sea views. A bunk bedded room overlooks the garden and all are served by the modern family bathroom. This wonderful part of North Devon is a haven for surfers and also perfect for children with the soft sandy beach backed by gentle sand dunes. For walkers stunning scenery can be enjoyed on the coastal paths or why not travel a little further afield into the beautiful Exmoor National Park. However you decide to spend your time The Dunes offers a warm welcome home.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Cloakroom WC. Living/dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and video. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Tumble dryer situated in the garage. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King and TV/DVD. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric/convector heaters. Garden furniture. Private parking. 2 pets welcome. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

The Workshop, 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, this pretty Devon barn conversion has stunning countryside views and shares an outdoor Jacuzzi spa pool.

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 working farm 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.

An 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. The living room features a comfortable sofa bed with linen provided on request, making this cottage perfect for a couple or friends.

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. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: A mezzanine bedroom with ensuite shower room with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. 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 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.

Bay Breeze, Combe Martin, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £512 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Combe Martin sleeps 7.

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

Accommodation overview: A high quality modern family home within a few minutes walk of Combe Martins' sandy cove.

The beautiful rocky seaside cove of Combe Martin is just a few minutes' walk from this luxurious and contemporary semi detached home, situated in an elevated position at the edge of the village in a quiet cul-de-sac. Within minutes of your arrival you will want to stay forever! The accommodation is on three levels, the entrance is on the ground floor with the garage providing ample storage for bicycles and surfboards, and a ground floor cloakroom. The modern living room enjoys sea views and a Juliette balcony, whilst the kitchen/dining room with beech work surfaces, stainless steel fittings and laminate floors has patio doors to the rear enclosed gravel courtyard. Wi-Fi broadband is provided if you wish to bring along your lap top. On the second floor are four attractively furnished bedrooms, the master bedroom has an outstanding sea view and is ensuite. Serving the remaining three bedrooms is a separate family bathroom with white suite and whirlpool bath. Combe Martin, on the edge of Exmoor National Park is renowned for having the longest high street in the country, with a good selection of shops and pubs. It is an ideal centre for walking holidays and makes a perfect holiday destination for families.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Cloakroom with WC. Garage with ample storage. First floor: Living room with LCD 32" TV with BT Vision, DVD, video, stereo and iPod dock. Kitchen/dining room with LCD TV, stereo, gas oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Tumble dryer in the garage. Second floor: Bedroom 1 with King with TV/DVD, stereo and ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with King and iPod dock. Bedroom 3 with Single. Bedroom 4 with Bunks. Bathroom with whirlpool bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Stairgate available. Regret no pets. No smoking. Parking for 2 cars. Garden furniture. BBQ. Short breaks available. 3pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Huish Cottage, Barnstaple, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £402 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Barnstaple sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious thatched character cottage nestling in a rural hamlet just a short drive from Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe

Set in the rural hamlet of Kings Heanton, just a short drive from a choice of fabulous North Devon beaches and the village of Braunton, Huish Cottage is an ideal retreat from which to explore the many attractions this area has to offer. Traditional in style and surprisingly spacious throughout, the comfortable sitting/dining room oozes character with oak beams and wood burning stove for cosy cooler evenings. The spacious breakfast kitchen features a Rayburn which is turned on from Oct - April, keeping the cottage cosy for out of season breaks, and is well equipped for all your needs. From the charming hallway, as often found in cottages of this age, the bathroom is on the ground floor while upstairs are three stylish bedrooms and a convenient cloakroom. Good size private lawned gardens are to the rear, with a small covered pond; please take care with small children. A popular local pub with excellent menu is just a short drive or fifteen minute walk away. Marwood Hill Gardens just up the road is well worth a visit, especially if you treat yourself to a Devon cream tea in the garden room. Huish Cottage is Ideal for families or couples, beach lovers will appreciate the close proximity to Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe or perhaps travel a little further afield to explore beautiful Exmoor National Park and the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth.

Accommodation: Sloping driveway or steps up to the Ground floor: Hall. Sitting/dining room with log burner, TV with Freeview, DVD and video. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer. Washing machine housed in a cupboard. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Cloakroom with WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Electric heating. Complimentary basket of logs. Pay phone. No smoking. Garden furniture. Private parking. 1 pet welcome. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Waves End, Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £321 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Woolacombe sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: A wonderful property for couples in a lovely location with fabulous sea views.

Crossways Court is a small and select individual development finished to a high standard with excellent facilities. In a wonderful location on The Esplanade, centrally positioned with a good choice of shops, pubs and restaurants and Woolacombe three mile stretch of golden sands just a short stroll away. Opposite Combesgate Beach they are the perfect location to explore the coastline with quick access to the coastal path. Crossways Court is accessed by steps at the front of the building. All have one private allocated parking space with three additional visitor spaces when available.

Waves End is just perfect for couples who want to enjoy this dramatic coastline and recharge their batteries. With a high standard of presentation throughout, guests will be delighted with the stylish accommodation and absolutely fabulous sea views. Relax on comfy leather sofas in the bay fronted living room while taking in the splendid views and enjoy leisurely breakfasts while planning the day ahead in the modern dining kitchen. On warm summer evenings watch spectacular sunsets from the front patio. Upstairs the attractive double bedroom, with ensuite shower room has a small decked balcony so you can wake up and check out the surf! There is also an additional bathroom. A second small 'snug' style sitting room with Futon sofa, which can be used as a quiet area, with an outlook over National Trust land is also on this floor. Within strolling distance of the beach, pubs and shops, what more could you ask for!

Accommodation: Ground floor: Porch. Living room with TV with freesat and DVD. Kitchen/breakfast room with electric oven, gas hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. Outside storage housing tumble dryer. Cloakroom WC. First floor: Bedroom with Double and TV with Freeview, and with ensuite shower room with WC and basin. Bathroom with bath, WC and basin. Snug/sitting room with futon.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. No Smoking. 2 pets welcome. Private parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.