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WhichCottage lists 395 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in South West England. Of these, 280 take dogs, 93 have a hot tub and 198 have a wood burner or open fire. They sleep from 8 to 42 guests. Most are in or near Newquay (18), St Mawes (17) and Bideford (14).
| Cottage | Sleeps | Bedrooms | Pets | Highlights |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| The Farmhouse, West Pennard | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Littlewood, Newquay | 11 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, enclosed garden |
| Treen, Lansallos | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 1 mile |
| Park Farmhouse, Chideock | 18 | 9 | Yes (up to 3) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| The Lookout, Port Gaverne | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Otter Cottage, Bonaventure | 8 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Muffins, Devon Road | 8 | 4 | No | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Island Quay 10, Island St | 8 | 3 | No | coast within 1 mile |
| Courtenay Street 24, Cliff Rd/Courtenay | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | coast within 1 mile |
| Fountain House, St Mawes | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Trosvik, Portscatho | 12 | 7 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Lavausa, St Mawes | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Tavern House, St Mawes | 8 | 5 | No | sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Spindrift, St Mawes | 8 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Summers View, St Mawes | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| 2 The Quarry, Portscatho | 8 | 4 | No | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Pencuil, St Mawes | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Porthgate, Portscatho | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Riverside, Great Torrington | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | pub within 1 mile |
| Columbia, Ashcombe | 15 | 7 | No | wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles |
| Stockham Lodge, Colyton | 10 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, coast within 3 miles |
| Tarka, Great Torrington | 12 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | pub within 1 mile |
| Rainbow, Ashcombe | 15 | 7 | No | wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Trew House, Stratton | 12 | 5 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
The Farmhouse, West Pennard, near Glastonbury, Somerset, BA6 8NJ.
Ideal for larger families or friends, enjoy relaxing evenings altogether by the wood burner after busy days exploring the local area.
Littlewood, Newquay, Cornwall, TR9 6QR.
A perfect property for large groups wishing to explore Newquay, Padstow, Charlestown and the Roseland Peninsula.
Well equipped
Treen, Lansallos, near Looe, Cornwall, PL13 2PX.
This location is ideal for families or couples holidaying together, with just a short walk to the beach and coastal path, with other attractions nearby.
Park Farmhouse, Chideock, near Bridport, Dorset, DT6 6JB.
A spacious thatched former farmhouse suitable for large parties looking to explore the Jurassic Coast and the historic sights of Dorset.
Well presented
The Lookout, Port Gaverne, near Port Isaac, Cornwall, PL29 3SJ.
This dog friendly property is close to Port Isaac with its working harbour or catch the ferry to Rock where water sports are available.
OTTER COTTAGE, Bonaventure, Devon, TQ8 8BG.
Children and adults alike will feel at home in this charming cottage - a good family base for your South Devon holiday.
Great quality
Muffins, Devon Road, Devon, TQ8 8EY.
A spacious 4 bedroom property set high above the harbour town of Salcombe where visitors can build sandcastles on the sandy beach or take a boat trip along the estuary.
Island Quay 10, Island St, Devon, TQ8 8QD.
You’ll be the envy of the town here at 10 Island Quay with its direct mooring access and prestigious views across the estuary.
Very comfortable
Courtenay Street 24, Cliff Rd/Courtenay, Devon, TQ8 8DG.
Admire the estuary views from 24 Courtenay Street’s rooftop terrace as you plan your stay in Salcombe.
Fountain House, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5DW.
Luxurious Cornish beach house with sparkling sea views, this large waterside property is the perfect place to get away with family or a group of friends.
Well presented
Trosvik, Portscatho, Cornwall, TR2 5HH.
Situated in the centre of Portscatho, close to the beach, shops, pubs and cafés, this gorgeous holiday home is the ideal family property for a family celebration or groups of friends...
Well presented
Lavausa, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5BN.
Lavausa is a stunning four bedroom holiday home, with the open plan living space on the first floor it has superb sea views across St Mawes.
Tavern House, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5DR.
Seafront holiday home in St Mawes. Historic house with sea views from almost every room, and just a few minutes’ walk to village facilities and to St Mawes Castle.
Well presented
Spindrift, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5BZ.
A fabulous dog friendly family home with uninterupted sea views in St Mawes Cornwall.
Good choice!
Summers View, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5BU.
Summers View is a large and spacious house situated in St Mawes. This comfortable accommodation sleeps eight guests and has a ¼ sized snooker table.
Great quality
2 The Quarry, Portscatho, Cornwall, TR2 5HP.
The Quarry is a fantastic contemporary town house with superb sea views over the rooftops, which is only a short walk away from the harbour and shops. The large open plan living area has...
Good choice!
Pencuil, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5UH.
Pencuil is a large spacious property in secluded gardens with fine views of the River Percuil and boat moorings. Next to the centre of St Mawes.
Good choice!
Porthgate, Portscatho, Cornwall, TR2 5HE.
Stunning holiday cottage in the sought after Portscatho location with spectacular sea views across the harbour and beach.
Riverside, Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 8PH.
Overlooking the river this delightful cottage has use of a swimming pool, games room and play area.
Columbia, Ashcombe, near Teignmouth, Devon, EX7 0QD.
Columbia simply has something to suit everyone’s tastes as there are plenty of facilities in the estate and beautiful walks nearby.
Stockham Lodge, Colyton, Devon, EX24 6JA.
Relax in the private hot tub and sauna at this beautifully appointed property which lies in a designated AONB, close to Branscombe beach.
Tarka, Great Torrington, Devon, EX38 8PH.
A large cottage with character features set in grounds which are adjacent to RHS Rosemoor, and close to Great Torrington.
Rainbow, Ashcombe, near Teignmouth, Devon, EX7 0QD.
Sleeping fifteen guests and with plenty of facilities on the estate, there is something to keep the whole family entertained.
Trew House, Stratton, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9DW.
Enjoy the golden sands at Widemouth Bay and Crackington Haven or travel to Tintagel and Boscastle from this detached farmhouse.
WhichCottage currently lists 395 large holiday houses sleeping 8 or more in South West England, all self-catering and bookable through the letting agency on each property page.
The most are in or near Newquay (18), St Mawes (17), Bideford (14), Bude (13) and Paignton (10).
At 280 of these 395 you can. Each property page says how many pets are welcome.
Prices depend on the dates, the length of stay and current offers, so they are shown live on each property page once you pick your dates.