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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 |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Thurlibeer House, Launcells | 15 | 7 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Tremaer, Bude | 9 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| The Shooting Lodge, Colquite | 18 | 8 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Manor House, West Pentire | 13 | 7 | Yes (up to 3) | coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Tuckenhay, Papermaker's, Bow Creek | 8 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Tuckenhay, Turbine Cottage, Bow Creek | 8 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Royal Oak Farm, Winsford | 9 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| The Goyle, Uplowman | 9 | 3 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, pub within 1 mile |
| Copper Beech, Netherbury | 8 | 4 | No | pub within 1 mile |
| The Hayloft, Bettiscombe | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles |
| Carters Cottage, Puncknowle | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Armswell House, Plush | 18 | 7 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden |
| Coombehayes Barn, Uplyme | 12 | 5 | No | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Hooke Court, Hooke | 23 | 11 | No | wood burner / open fire |
| Fernlea, Acton | 14 | 7 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| The Retreat, Uploders | 10 | 5 | No | coast within 3 miles |
| The Old Tithe Barn, Litton Cheney | 19 | 9 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Charlestown Cottages - Coopers Rest, Duporth and Charlestown | 9 | 4 | No | coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| The Light House, Gwithian | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 3 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Rosemullion, St Mawes | 8 | 3 | No | coast within 1 mile |
| The Old Farmhouse, Wadebridge | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire |
| Templeton, Mawgan Porth | 10 | 4 | Yes (up to 3) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Clifton Villa, Newquay | 9 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile |
| Upper Cobblestones, St Mawes | 10 | 4 | Yes (up to 4) | coast within 1 mile |
THURLIBEER HOUSE, Launcells, near Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9NP.
Commanding wonderful countryside views towards Widemouth Bay, this beautiful and unusual colonial-style property offers fantastic holiday accommodation.
Tremaer, Bude, Cornwall, EX23 9EE.
Ideal for walks along Crooklets beach and the coastal path, and close to the ruined castle of Tintagel.
Well presented
The Shooting Lodge, Colquite, Washaway, Cornwall, PL30 3AF.
Situated on pheasant shooting estate with Clay pigeon shooting available by arrangement is this detached property, a converted 200-year-old barn.
Very comfortable
Manor House, West Pentire, Cornwall, TR8 5SE.
Set in National Trust land, this 15th-century manor house is ideal for walkers, pony trekking, surfing or exploring caves.
Tuckenhay, Papermaker's, Bow Creek, between Dartmouth and Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7EL.
Sleeping eight guests and with a tennis court, playground, pools and much more, Papermaker’s Cottage is impeccable for any special occasion.
Tuckenhay, Turbine Cottage, Bow Creek, between Dartmouth and Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7EL.
This property is well suited to families, friends or for a special occasion. There are plenty of facilities to entertain the group.
Very comfortable
Royal Oak Farm, Winsford, Somerset, TA24 7JE.
Unique pink thatched cottage situated in one of Exmoor’s prettiest villages, boasting large living areas and an enclosed garden.
The Goyle, Uplowman, near Tiverton, Devon, EX16 7LX.
With 5-acres of shared grounds, a private hot tub and space for 9 guests, The Goyle is the perfect lodge for your family get together.
Copper Beech, Netherbury, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 5LS.
A heated swimming pool and en-suite bedrooms makes a holiday in this detatched cottage a truly wonderful experience.
The Hayloft, Bettiscombe, near Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT6 5NS.
After exploring the countryside and beaches nearby, retreat back to The Hayloft to dine in a large family kitchen.
Carters Cottage, Puncknowle, Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9XB.
Carters Cottage boasts an idyllic location, set in an Area of Outstandning Natural Beauty and half a mile from the Jurassic Coast – perfect base for walkers.
Armswell House, Plush, near Piddletrenthide, Dorset, DT2 7RN.
Discover Dorset’s stunning countryside and coast from this cosy 18th century farmhouse with its own hot tub.
Coombehayes Barn, Uplyme, near Lyme Regis, Dorset, DT7 3SU.
Super warm, private indoor pool at the heart of this beautifully appointed, spacious property, sleeping up to 12 guests on the Jurassic Coast.
Well equipped
Hooke Court, Hooke, near Beaminster, Dorset, DT8 3NX.
This 17th century moated manor house is ideal for discovering the Dorset coast and the Cerne Abbas Giant.
Fernlea, Acton, near Langton Matravers, Dorset, BH19 3JT.
Each of the 7 bedrooms boasts en-suite bathroom facilities, a Smart television and hair dryer, making it ideal for large family groups holidaying together.
The Retreat, Uploders, Bridport, Dorset, DT6 4PQ.
With a games room and a heated indoor swimming pool, this Grade ll listed thatched barn conversion is surrounded by lovely countryside.
The Old Tithe Barn, Litton Cheney, near Dorchester, Dorset, DT2 9AP.
With 9 en-suite bedrooms, each with TV, this Grade ll, 13th century detached stone tithe barn is ideal for touring and 2 miles from Chesil Beach.
Charlestown Cottages - Coopers Rest, Duporth and Charlestown, near St Austell, Cornwall, PL25 3GL.
Charlestown Cottages - Coopers Rest is a beautifully appointed, spacious, four bedroom cottage in the heart of Charlestown with parking and only a short walk from the historic harbour.
The Light House, Gwithian, Cornwall, TR27 5BS.
The Light House is a pretty semi-detatched cottage with a bright feel, a sun trap of a conservatory and a substantial garden, perfect for your beach holiday. Ideal for 7 but could...
Well presented
Rosemullion, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5DN.
Outstanding views across St Mawes harbour, the vibrant colours, the sea air, the background chatter of seagulls and the bustle of boating movements will captivate you.
Well equipped
The Old Farmhouse, Wadebridge, Cornwall, PL30 4PJ.
Full of character, this beautifully appointed farmhouse which has been tastefully decorated throughout, set in a picturesque location on the edge of Bodmin Moor and is ideal for exploring...
Templeton, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, TR8 4DQ.
Templeton occupies the most fabulous location in Mawgan Porth, with commanding views over its magnificent beach. The views are amazing, the surf captivating, and the colours astonishing. The...
Clifton Villa, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1EE.
A superb location right in the heart of Newquay, perched above the golden sands of Great Western Beach.
Upper Cobblestones, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5BZ.
Providing incredible panoramic views of St Mawes harbour, this spacious reverse level holiday home is situated in the exclusive western end of St Mawes, close to the castle.
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.