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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 Captains House, Instow | 8 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile |
| Tuckenhay, Mill House, Bow Creek | 11 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Tuckenhay, Mill Lodge, Bow Creek | 8 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, coast within 5 miles, pub within 1 mile |
| Longleat, Witham Friary | 10 | 5 | No | pub within 1 mile |
| Stourhead, Witham Friary | 10 | 5 | Yes (up to 1) | pub within 1 mile |
| St Illex, Port Gaverne | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Newton Manor House, Swanage | 16 | 8 | No | wood burner / open fire, coast within 1 mile |
| Wriggle View, Leigh | 8 | 4 | No | |
| Rosevean House, St Mawes | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 1 mile |
| High Meadows, St Mawes | 11 | 6 | Yes (up to 2) | coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Blue Seas, Mawgan Porth | 13 | 5 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Una Stannum 49, St Ives | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | wood burner / open fire, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Tamarind, Downderry | 10 | 4 | No | enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Riviera Mansion, Torquay, Torquay | 8 | 4 | No | sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Pebble Beach Cottage, West Lulworth | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Orestone View, Teignmouth | 8 | 3 | Yes (up to 1) | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Orestone House, Teignmouth | 10 | 4 | Yes (up to 1) | sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| Nothe View, Weymouth | 8 | 4 | No | sea view |
| Norville, Brixham | 8 | 4 | No | wood burner / open fire, sea view, coast within 1 mile |
| North Barn, Monkokehampton | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Lavender Hill House, Downderry | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Headland Views, Newquay | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, enclosed garden, sea view, coast within 1 mile, pub within 1 mile |
| Hambury House, West Lulworth | 8 | 4 | Yes (up to 2) | enclosed garden |
| Quantock Lodge, Cricket St Thomas | 8 | 3 | No | hot tub, wood burner / open fire, pub within 1 mile |
The Captains House, Instow, near Bideford, Devon, EX39 4HX.
This amazing and spacious property offers fantastic views over the surrounding area and is a short walk to the beach.
Tuckenhay, Mill House, Bow Creek, between Dartmouth and Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7EL.
This property is simply fantastic and the on-site activities are never-ending.
Tuckenhay, Mill Lodge, Bow Creek, between Dartmouth and Totnes, Devon, TQ9 7EL.
Tuckenhay Mill is a fantastic complex with attractions ranging from swimming pools to idyllic walks; Mill Lodge is great for the family.
Longleat, Witham Friary, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5HH.
If you are looking for the perfect holiday home for a large family gathering then look no further, Longleat is fantastic! . Ground Floor:Open plan living space. Living area: With 55" Smart...
Stourhead, Witham Friary, Frome, Somerset, BA11 5HH.
Sleeping ten guests, Stourhead is brilliant for that extra special occasion and the vast amount of facilities here are fantastic!. Ground Floor:Open plan living space. Living area: With 55"...
St Illex, Port Gaverne, Cornwall, PL29 3SJ.
Watch the sun rise and set over the sea, stroll along the coastal path and make St Illex the place where family memories are made.
Editors choice
Newton Manor House, Swanage, Isle of Purbeck, Dorset, BH19 2PF.
Easily accommodating 16 guests, ideally situated just a mile from sandy beaches, and great for discovering Dorset.
Great choice!
Wriggle View, Leigh, near Sherborne, Dorset, DT9 6HU.
This property is ideal for a gathering of family or friends; it’s beautifully presented, full of character and has an idyllic location.
Rosevean House, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5BA.
Commanding probably the finest view of any property in St Mawes, this is perhaps the most perfect holiday home in the most perfect village in Cornwall. Ideal for both week stays and short...
Excellent
High Meadows, St Mawes, Cornwall, TR2 5AW.
Located a 10-minute walk from the harbour in St Mawes, this large family house sits within gorgeous well-established gardens and is just moments from the Sailing Club quay and Summers Beach.
Blue Seas, Mawgan Porth, Cornwall, TR8 4DD.
Blue Seas is the perfect Cornish beach house, complete with spa. Renovated to the highest standards, this interior designed property enjoys breath-taking views of the beach, just 5 minutes...
Una Stannum 49, St Ives, Cornwall, TR26 3HW.
Pamper yourself at Una, St Ives, with use of the resort’s indulgent spa facilities and indoor pool.
High standard
Tamarind, Downderry, Cornwall, PL11 3NQ.
A beautifully finished detached house with spacious terraces and panoramic sea views.
Riviera Mansion, Torquay, Torquay, Devon, TQ2 5TN.
With spectacular view across Torbay and an elegant décor, this split level apartment’s perfect for a group escape to the English Riviera.
Pebble Beach Cottage, West Lulworth, Dorset, BH20 5FD.
A charming yet contemporary thatched cottage close to Lulworth Cove.
Luxurious
Orestone View, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8UN.
A spacious, three bedroom house with sea views and a sunny balcony.
High standard
Orestone House, Teignmouth, Devon, TQ14 8UN.
A spacious, four bedroom house with two sun terraces and sea views, Orestone House is perfect for groups.
Luxurious
Nothe View, Weymouth, Dorset, DT4 8BD.
A spacious townhouse tucked away, yet within easy reach of the beaches and town centre.
Exceptional
Norville, Brixham, Devon, TQ5 9AR.
An elegant, four bedroom home from home with sea views.
North Barn, Monkokehampton, near Okehampton, Devon, EX19 8SG.
This luxurious barn conversion is surrounded by beautiful countryside and is a perfect base for exploring West Devon.
Lavender Hill House, Downderry, Cornwall, PL11 3LZ.
A four bedroom home from home with views across the beautiful Whitsand Bay.
Headland Views, Newquay, Cornwall, TR7 1SJ.
Relax in the hot tub with hydro jets or luxury swim spa, before heading to nearby Fistral Beach.
Hambury House, West Lulworth, Dorset, BH20 5FD.
A charming yet contemporary thatched cottage close to Lulworth Cove.
Quantock Lodge, Cricket St Thomas, near Chard, Somerset, TA20 4DQ.
Detached stylish lodge on a 1000-acre estate with countryside views, a private hot tub and on-site facilities.
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.