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

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.

Lyn Cottage, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £402 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 6.

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

Accommodation overview: A character cottage with enclosed front garden in a private location just minutes from the village centre. Lyn Cottage occupies a lovely position with views over the rooftops of Lynton with the sea in the far distance. A picturesque and double fronted character home it enjoys a surprisingly private position in a tucked away location. Approached by a few steps, the entrance opens into the spacious living room with comfortable sofas flanking the electric wood burning stove effect fire. The separate dining room leads through to a newly installed bespoke well equipped kitchen. Three bedrooms occupy the first floor together with a large bathroom. The front garden is lawned and enclosed and there are a few steps down into a lane for quicker access to the centre of Lynton. With a good variety of shops locally, and within an easy drive of Exmoor, Lyn Cottage offers a good base from which to explore this stunning area, with rugged coastline and moorland walking.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Living room with TV with Freeview, video and electric wood burning effect stove. Dining room with electric wood burning effect stove. Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, larder fridge and washer/dryer. First floor Bedroom 1 with Double. Bedroom 2 with Twin. Bedroom 3 with 2' 6" Twin. Bathroom with bath and fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Picnic table. BBQ. 2 pets welcome. Parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

Spindrift, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £818 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 5.

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

Accommodation overview: A stunning holiday home in a fabulous location right on the waters edge and with the golden sandy beach less than fifty yards away. This property offers a reduced price for up to 4 people in low season

"Out of the Blue" is where you will find Spindrift, a wonderfully stylish home; right on the water's edge and cleverly designed to take full advantage of the stunning panoramic views over Croyde Bay. The golden sandy beach is less than fifty yards away and a gentle stroll will take you into the picture postcard village centre offering a selection of local shops, restaurants, and traditional English pubs. Three immaculate bedrooms and family bathroom are on the ground floor. The master double room has an ensuite walk-in shower and French doors onto the fully enclosed terrace with decking and paved patio area overlooking the beach. On the first floor, furnished in a fabulous contemporary style the open plan living space includes comfy leather sofas, attractive oak flooring and a large flat screen television with surround sound. French doors open onto a small balcony with excellent ocean views and there is quick access via an external staircase to the terrace below. The attractive and well equipped spacious kitchen / dining room with vaulted ceiling has modern gloss units complimented by a slate tiled floor. If you can tear yourself away there is so much to explore in this popular area. The breathtaking coastal path leads almost from the doorstep around Baggy Point stretching down from Putsborough to Woolacombe and Spindrift provides a special and relaxing retreat to return home to.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Bedroom 1 with King with TV/DVD and ensuite shower room with walk-in shower, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Twin with TV/DVD. Bedroom 3 with single. Bathroom with bath with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin. First Floor: Open plan Living room with 50" flat screen TV with surround sound, Freeview, DVD and stereo. Kitchen / dining area with electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine, fridge/freezer and dishwasher.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Gas CH. Patio furniture. BBQ. Regret no pets. No smoking. 1 secure allocated parking space. External secure storage for surfboards. External communal shower. Short breaks available. 4pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.

Withyside, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £602 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 8.

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

Accommodation overview: Great family holiday home with south facing enclosed garden and ten minute stroll to the beach

Nestling in a quiet cul-de-sac Withyside is just a short stroll from the village centre and fabulous sandy beach. This detached modern home offers spacious family accommodation and is extremely comfortable throughout, offering all the facilities you could expect to find. The stylish living/dining room has comfy sofas surrounding the fireplace and patio doors leading onto the patio. The south facing lawned garden is perfect for leisurely barbecues, breakfast al fresco or just relaxing in the sun, and being enclosed makes it ideal for children. A door from the garden leads through to a utility room, well equipped modern kitchen and useful cloakroom. Upstairs all four bedrooms are of a good size and attractively presented with excellent co-ordinating linen. The master double bedroom enjoys an ensuite shower room and three others share the modern family bathroom. Guests are welcome to use the garage for storage of surf boards or bicycles and there is ample space for parking. A wonderfully welcoming property at any time of year, Withyside is a great choice for memorable family holidays.

Accommodation Ground floor: Hall, Living/dining room with TV with Freeview, DVD and video. Kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. Utility room with sink and washer/dryer. Cloakroom with WC and basin. First floor: Bedroom 1 with King and ensuite shower room, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with Double. Bedroom 3 with Twin. Bedroom 4 with Bunks. Bathroom with bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services Linen and towels. NS heaters and convector heaters. No smoking. Regret no pets. Garage. Private parking for 2 cars. Garden furniture and BBQ. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday

Caen House, Croyde, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £1148 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Croyde sleeps 11.

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

Accommodation overview: Wonderfully spacious detached property located in the heart of the village

Situated in the very heart of Croyde village, Caen House is a wonderfully spacious detached property stylishly presented in a contemporary style, just a ten minute stroll from the beach. The local villagers will tell you that it was formerly known as The Police House, so it's very interesting to find it sits adjacent to the very popular Thatched Barn Inn! The huge open plan kitchen / dining room is the hub of the house, where everyone can gather for convivial meals and wander out onto the pretty lawned garden through a choice of three sets of French doors. The fully enclosed rear patio and lawn backing onto open fields is ideal for a leisurely barbecue with the sound of the waves in the distance, and younger guests will love the space to run and play. The living room, complemented by solid wood flooring, has comfy leather sofas surrounding the attractive ornamental fireplace. A useful utility room has plenty of storage for beach equipment, coats and boots, and a conveniently placed small wet room is ideal for surfers and sand covered children returning straight from the beach. There are four bedrooms on the first floor, the double having an ensuite bathroom and a separate small study/nursery. French doors open onto a decked balcony, with patio furniture, having lovely views over the surrounding countryside and spiral staircase to the garden below. A further double room, a bunk room and a single room are served by a separate shower room. On the second floor the loft has been cleverly converted to provide a snug area with comfy sofa and bean bags leading to both a double and a twin room together with separate modern bathroom. Caen House is a welcoming home where fabulous memories will be made and you will never want to leave!

Accommodation: Steps up to Ground floor: Hall. Living room with TV with Freeview, DVD and stereo. Kitchen / dining room with large table comfortably seating 12, electric oven and halogen hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, fridge/freezer and sink unit. Shower room with WC and basin. First Floor: Bedroom 1 with King, with ensuite bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and basin. Study /nursery off with broadband connection. Bedroom 2 with double. Bedroom 3 with Bunks. Bedroom 4 with Single. Shower room with WC and basin. Second floor: Snug room with TV with Freeview, DVD and Wii games console. Bedroom 5 with Double. Bedroom 6 with Twin. Bathroom with bath with shower attachment over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. Second highchair and travel cot available on request. 1stairgate available. Garden furniture. BBQ. Books and games. CD's & DVD's. Regret no pets. No smoking. Parking in garage for one car with 3 additional dedicated parking spaces, a 3 minute walk from the property. Restricted roadside parking. Short breaks available. 4 pm arrival time. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.

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.

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.

The Smithy, Lynton, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £312 to £ 0

Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 4.

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

Accommodation overview: A rural cottage in a pretty courtyard setting within easy driving distance of the fabulous beaches at Croyde and Saunton.

The Coach House has been carefully restored creating a real home from home. Being semi detached in a courtyard of three properties, there is plenty of storage in the garage for bikes and surfboards. An enclosed paved patio sits to the front and side of the cottage. The stable door entrance opens into the hallway on the ground floor with two bedrooms, the double having an ensuite. Upstairs the main living area benefits from lovely rural views and cosy sofas surround the open fireplace with exposed beams and latch doors. There is a separate dining room and modern galley kitchen with wooden beech work surfaces. A family bathroom with white suite is also on this level. Quietly located in the hamlet of Kingsheanton, all of North Devon's attractions and sandy beaches are within a short drive and Braunton is only three miles distance.

Accommodation: Ground floor: Hall. Bedroom 1 with Double and ensuite shower room, WC and basin. Bedroom 2 with twin. First floor: Living room with TV with freesat and DVD. Dining Room. Kitchen with ceramic hob and electric oven, microwave and fridge. Washing machine and fridge freezer housed in the garage. Bathroom with bath with fitted shower over bath, WC and basin.

Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil CH. Broadband. Stairgate available. 1 pet welcome. No smoking. Garden furniture. Private parking. Short breaks available. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Saturday.