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

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.

Baggy Leap, Woolacombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1887 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Woolacombe sleeps 10.

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

Accommodation overview: Impressive spacious detached holiday home with amazing views over Woolacombe Bay.

This lovely detached home sits in a magnificent position with breathtaking views of Woolacombe Bay to the front and National Trust land behind. The house is built on a private road just above the Esplanade, slightly removed from the hustle and bustle of the village, but still only a stroll from the three mile Blue Flag beach and the shops. Everything you could need is just minutes away - whether it be restaurants and pubs, pitch and put, crazy golf, surf hire or an impressive spa available in a nearby hotel - there is something for everyone.

The key thing about Baggy Leap is the sea - there are sea views from almost every room in the house. The fabulously spacious living room has floor to ceiling windows with amazing sea views. You can play table football, or pool or snuggle down on the enormous sofas and watch TV, and there is Satellite Plus for the times you want to go outside to admire the sunset. The kitchen is incredibly well-equipped and has a dark blue double Aga as well as a separate oven and hob. Just by the back door are shelves of different sized wellies to borrow for wet weather (including some tiny ones) which we hope will work for everyone in your party. If you're not able to eat outside - in the summerhouse or on the terrace - there's a family dining room with long pine tables and traditional dresser. Enjoy your meals while watching the sea, the sky and Lundy Island.

The house has five bedrooms; four double rooms and a twin room which can be converted to a double room on request. There are three bathrooms and two separate cloakrooms. One of the double rooms has a king-size bed and ensuite bathroom, and spectacular views the length of the three mile beach. Another of the double bedrooms is downstairs and has an en suite shower room. All bed linen is white Egyptian cotton and white towels are provided for use in the house. White walls, cream carpets and curtains and colourful photography combine to create a cool and relaxing atmosphere throughout. There are books and games for rainy days in the second sitting room which has a sofa and bean bags. Baggy Leap has a pretty big footprint, with room for three or four cars to park comfortably at the top of its long drive. It also has a quirky garden layout. There's a sloping lawn in front, leading up to the long terrace that runs the length of the house with a table and chairs to sit at the far corner. A small lawn in front of the summerhouse is a good place to play giant jenga (you'll find that next to the wellies). Behind the summerhouse is a shower to rinse off after swimming or surfing. At the back of the house there are flower and herb beds - feel free to add sage, rosemary or mint to your cooking. A small wooden gate in the old wall opens onto the National Trust land that lies behind the house itself. Go through the gate and up the hill, past the bracken, the brambles and the sheep, and you'll be rewarded by quite breathtaking views.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Cloakroom with WC and basin. Dining room. Living room with satellite TV, DVD, stereo and pool table. Utility area with washing machine and tumble dryer. Kitchen with gas hob, electric double oven, microwave, large fridge/freezer, double sink, dishwasher and Aga. Smaller sitting room with TV. Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room. WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 2 with Super king and ensuite bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin. Bedroom 3 with Double. Bedroom 4 with Twin, which can be made into King on request. Bedroom 5 with Double and basin. Bathroom with bath, fitted shower over bath, WC and basin. Cloakroom WC.

Facilities and Services Linen and towels. Wi-Fi Broadband. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Wi-Fi. Gas CH. Outdoor shower. Garden furniture. BBQ. Spacious private parking. Regret no pets. No smoking. Refundable £200 security deposit. Short breaks available. 4pm Arrival. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Williams Cottage, Bideford, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £250 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 2.

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

Accommodation overview: A beautiful cottage with breath-taking sea views, just perfect for couples.

Perched on the cliff top edge of one of the prettiest villages in North Devon, Williams Cottage enjoys breath-taking sea views stretching from Baggy to Hartland Point with Lundy Island on the horizon. Perfect for couples looking for a tranquil retreat, this delightful character cottage is surprisingly spacious and stylishly presented throughout. The sitting room has a cosy wood burning stove and the alcoved window seat is a perfect spot to relax and gaze out at the amazing sea views. From the separate dining room, also with lovely sea views, a few steps lead down into the kitchen which has a stable door opening onto the garden. A fairly steep staircase, typical in properties of this era, takes you up to the separate bathroom and attractive master bedroom where you will be lulled to sleep by the sound of a nearby waterfall tumbling through a cleft down to the sea. Both rooms have stunning views. There is a stream just across the front lawn separated by a low wall. A short stroll leads down to the pebble beach, where at low tide soft sandy inlets appear between the rock pools. The famous village of Clovelly is well worth a visit, via the coastal path, and you can take a fishing trip from the small cove or simply explore the ancient cobbled streets. Westward Ho! and it’s fabulous stretch of golden sands, popular with surfers is just a ten minute drive away. Boat trips to Lundy Island in Summer offer a rare opportunity to see seals, dolphins, puffins and other diverse wildlife in their natural habitat. There is so much to see and do in this unspoilt part of North Devon, and Williams Cottage is a really special home to return to.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Living room with wood burning stove, TV with Freeview, DVD and radio. Dining room. Kitchen with electric cooker, washing machine, dishwasher, microwave and fridge/freezer. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King-sized bed. Bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Complimentary basket of logs. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Garden furniture. BBQ. No smoking. 2 pets welcome. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Embleton, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £697 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: A well presented large modern family home located in a quiet cul de sac just a short walk from the village centre.

Quietly located at the end of a residential cul-de-sac in the heart of Croyde, Embleton is a large detached modern home providing comfortable accommodation for the larger family. The attractive living room has a door through to the kitchen/breakfast room and patio doors to the rear garden, together with a utility room. All four bedrooms and family bathroom are on the first floor and the double has an en suite. It is within a ten minute stroll to the pathway that leads down to Croyde beach, and within a short walk you will find a selection of pubs, shops and restaurants providing a good variety of menus. An enclosed south facing level and lawned garden offers a perfect retreat at the end of the day and is ideal for al fresco dining.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall, Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD, video, CD & iPod dock. Kitchen/breakfast room with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Utility area with additional sink and washer/dryer. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King and en suite shower room, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with King. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bedroom 4 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. NS heaters. Wi-Fi Broadband. Regret no pets. No smoking. Private parking on driveway. Garden furniture. BBQ. Patio heater (guests to provide own gas supply). Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Beggars Roost, Westward Ho, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £359 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Westward Ho sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A spacious and modern detached holiday home just a short stroll from the beach. Beggars Roost offers a special lower price for couples in low season

Ideally located in this popular seaside village, in a quiet cul de sac just a short stroll from the wide stretch of glorious sandy beach, Beggars Roost is a spacious and comfortable detached home from home. The stylish living room features an attractive brick fireplace with gas fire for cosy evenings at any time of year. Patio doors open onto the fully enclosed garden, ideal for children and pets and the modern kitchen/ dining room also has a door out onto the garden. There is a convenient ground floor twin bedroom and cloakroom off the hallway and upstairs you will find two further attractive bedrooms and modern bathroom, the double room enjoying distant sea views. Westward Ho! Is a paradise for surfers, windsurfers or golfers, with the North Devon golf club overlooking beautiful Northam Burrows welcoming all players. For walkers or cyclists who enjoy the South West Coastal path or just for a fun filled family holiday Beggars Roost is a great choice.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Living room with gas fire, TV with Satellite variety and movie mix package, DVD, Playstation 2 with games and stereo. Kitchen/dining room with electric oven, gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine. Tumble dryer stored in garage. Bedroom 1 with Twin. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 2 with Double. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bathroom with bath and mixer handset over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. 2 pets welcome. No smoking. Garden furniture. BBQ. Private parking for 3 cars. Garage. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Hobbs House, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £431 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 8.

Features include: Short breaks • Internet or WiFI Access • Detached • Garden • Close to the Beach • Close to a Pub • Near Golf • Near Horse Riding

Accommodation overview: A detached modern family home with quality accommodation, set in the heart of the village within an easy walk of the beach.

Ideal holiday location, within ten minutes walk of the beautiful, surf washed sandy beach. The central village setting is convenient for the character thatched inn serving good food, with further pubs and restaurants, tea rooms and post office stores nearby. Horse riding, indoor pool with flumes etc are available locally, with the superb golf links course at Saunton just a short drive away. Delightful walks on National Trust coastline can be enjoyed from the village.

Accommodation is very comfortably furnished, well equipped, and benefits from double glazing and thermostatically controlled electric panel heating throughout. Four bedrooms - triple aspect master room with 'super king size' double bed (6'x6'6"), fitted double wardrobes and distant sea views; dual aspect twin bedded; further double and twin bedded, both with fitted wardrobes. (Z-bed also available). Fitted bathroom/wc with wall heater and sloping ceiling. First class, ground floor fully tiled shower room/wc. Spacious and very attractive triple aspect living room with 'living flame' gas fire in feature stone fireplace, satellite TV (basic Sky package), DVD, small CD/radio - and open plan access to separate dining room with French windows to garden. Fully fitted kitchen with oak units, electric cooker with extractor and microwave. Utility room with fridge/freezer, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Small study with colour TV, table and chairs, games and shelving - ideal as a children's den. Small garden porch for coats and boots. Attractive entrance hall with solid wood flooring and storage cupboard. Fourteen steps up from gravel driveway to front door but alternative approach ramp to side gate and rear garden. The spacious (approx a third of an acre) fully enclosed, most attractive, south facing garden to the rear offers seclusion and privacy, ideal for sunbathing, and includes patio, large decked area with dining furniture for 8 and sun loungers, garden table with bench seats, barbecue, exterior lighting, shrubs and flower beds, a raised rockery and level grassed area for ball games. Outdoor cold shower, ideal for returning from the beach. Driveway parking for 2 or 3 cars and further hard standing for one car outside of gates.

Friday changeover * No pets * Bed linen and towels inclusive * Stairgate and highchair available * Family parties only * All fuel costs inclusive * No smoking * Wi-Fi connection available * 4* Visit England

Homestead Cottage, Mortehoe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £412 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Mortehoe sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A charming spacious cottage with wonderful sea views.

It will be hard to tear yourself away from the windows of this charming cottage with outstanding views over the coastline and out to sea as far as Hartland Point. Homestead is just a short stroll to a choice of pubs, the delicatessen, post office and village shop where you can pick up fresh croissants for breakfast! The cottage retains all the charm and character of its age echoed in some exposed stone walls and some uneven floors. A spacious comfortably furnished living room features a stone fireplace with gas fire. The separate dining room is ideal for family meals while enjoying fine views. Steps lead up to a half landing where you will find a fitted oak kitchen to the rear, the family bathroom and an additional compact shower room. Upstairs are three bedrooms all with fantastic views. There is access off the kitchen to a fully enclosed lawned and sheltered cottage style garden, backing onto the National Trust headland and a garden seat is perfectly positioned to enjoy the views. A further small front lawn is found just across the shared driveway. Individually styled and with plenty of character, modern comforts and south facing aspect with outstanding views, Homestead Cottage provides all the ingredients for a lovely holiday.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Porch. Living room with stone fireplace with gas stove, TV with Freeview and DVD. Dining room with gas stove. Half landing. Kitchen with electric cooker and microwave. Fridge and freezer housed in a larder, and a washer dryer in the garage. Bathroom with bath and shower attachment over bath, WC and vanity basin. Shower room with WC and basin, please note the entrance doorway to this room is very narrow. First floor: Bedroom 1 with Double and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin and basin. Bedroom 3 with Twin with basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. No cot is provided, please bring your own travel cot. Parking for 2 cars to the front. No smoking. Regret no pets. A selection of books and games. Telephone for incoming and emergency calls. Short breaks available. 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.