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Self-catering holiday cottages in South West England

The incredible scenery with wonderful seascapes coupled with a mild and sunny climate means Cornwall is a favourite destination for the self-catering holiday enthusiast to get away from it all. It offers a long and varied history and heritage, with everything from quaint and undisturbed seaside villages full of local charm, to wonderful botanical gardens exhibiting flora unseen anywhere else in the British Isles.

Somerset many say is 'The Best of The West' (Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset - 'The West Country') and mixes heritage, coast and countryside with great walking and cycling. Must see Wells Cathedral in England's smallest city, Glastonbury Abbey and Cheddar Caves.

Visiting Devon it makes no difference whether you’re a beach fan, a countryside devotee, nature lover or just simply seeking to explore the natural wonders that are Exmoor and Dartmoor, a self-catering holiday in Devon is the perfect antidote to the rigours of daily life. Whether you’re looking to take a romantic weekend break, family holiday or last-minute break, we are sure you will find the right holiday house but warn you to book in advance!

Large house to rent in Ipplepen, near Totnes with 4 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Pub within 1 mile, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Editors choice

Courtyard garden with garden furniture and gas BBQ | Barn Owl - Newhouse Barton, Ipplepen, near Totnes

BARN OWL, Ipplepen, near Totnes, Devon, TQ12 5UN.

Barn Owl is an exceptionally and well finished cottage where guests can enjoy many shared facilities.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Holiday cottage to rent in Ipplepen, near Totnes with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Short Breaks All Year, Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Super

Shared facilities – indoor swimming pool | Newhouse Bar, Ipplepen, near T

ROOK, Ipplepen, near Totnes, Devon, TQ12 5UN.

Enjoy a morning swim at Rook followed by exploring the nearby towns. In an evening, relax next to the cosy wood burner.

  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
  • Pets – not allowed
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Pet friendly accommodation in Ipplepen, near Totnes with 2 bedrooms, Sleeps 4 + 1 Baby. Swimming Pool, Swimming Pool - Indoor, Swimming Pool - Shared.

Well presented

Exterior | Swift - Newhouse Barton, Ipplepen, near Totnes

SWIFT, Ipplepen, near Totnes, Devon, TQ12 5UN.

With plenty of activities in the grounds of the complex and in the surrounding towns; Swift is perfect whatever the weather.

  • 1 Pet welcome
  • Swimming Pool
  • Swimming Pool - Indoor
  • Swimming Pool - Shared
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large holiday rental in Instow, near Bideford with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 8 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Short Breaks All Year.

Exceptional

Exterior | The Captains House, Instow, nr. Bideford

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.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Stairgate
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Cottage with dogs allowed in Alwington, near Bideford with 3 bedrooms, Sleeps 6 + 1 Baby. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Winter Short Breaks.

Editors choice

Exterior | Swallows Cottage, Alwington, nr. Bideford

Swallows Cottage, Alwington, near Bideford, Devon, EX39 5DA.

This traditional barn conversion provides a high standard of furnishings while being close to many local attractions and coastal paths.

  • 2 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Winter Short Breaks
  • Dishwasher
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Luxury Collection
  • Washing Machine
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Big house in Stratton, Bude with 5 bedrooms, Sleeps 12 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Enclosed Garden/Patio, Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Super

Exterior | Trew House, Stratton, Bude

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.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Enclosed Garden/Patio
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • Highchair
  • Rural Location
  • Television
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Large cottage to rent in Launcells, near Bude with 7 bedrooms, Sleeps 15 + 1 Baby. Pets welcome. Golf nearby, Pub within 1 mile, Short Breaks All Year.

Well equipped

Beautiful and unusual colonial-style property | Thurlibeer House, Launcells, near Bude

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.

  • 3 Pets welcome
  • Golf nearby
  • Pub within 1 mile
  • Short Breaks All Year
  • Dishwasher
  • Fuel and Power Included
  • WiFi
  • Bed Linen & Towels Included
  • Cot Available
  • Washing Machine
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Staying in South West

There's something for the whole family in South West England - from brilliant body boarding beaches in Cornwall and fantastic all weather family attractions in Devon, to fascinating underground caves in Somerset and stunning blue flag beaches in Dorset. The West Country is an ideal self-catering holiday destination and whatever you're looking for you’ll find what it takes to make great family holidays and a wonderful selection of holiday homes to rent! Popular places include: Dorset, Cornwall, Tamar Valley, Truro and Falmouth, Padstow and the Lizard Peninsula, Scilly Isles, Bodmin Moor, Devon, Exeter, Exmoor, English Riviera, Dartmoor, Jurassic Coast Devon, Dorset, Bournemouth, Christchurch and Weymouth.