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South West England self catering and cottages
The South West of England has so much to offer for a superb holiday or short break. Whether you are looking for an active holiday or a relaxing retreat you are sure to find it in this beautiful part of Britain. Enjoy your stay in some superb self catering cottages and accommodation in Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset.
Here you will find accommodation perfect for couples and large family groups and ideally located near the coast or at the heart of the countryside.
Self catering accommodation in South West England is great value for money and if you are after luxury then check out the cottages with hot tubs, sauna's, gyms, heated swimming pools and much more! Refine your search of South West England self catering accommodation listed by using the county and region menus on the left or above.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £357 to £767
Self catering accommodation in Gwithian sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: With views across unspoilt farmland towards St Ives Bay, this double glazed, single storey barn conversion is the end one of three and entered from the parking area via a wide front door which leads directly into a light and spacious open-plan living room with a quarry tiled floor.
The newly fitted modern kitchen / dining area is well equipped with views across the neighbouring fields towards the cliffs at Hells Mouth in the distance. The rest of the room comprises of a leather lounge suite next to a half glazed door that opens to a private patio with views over lovely countryside towards the sea at Carbis Bay. In one corner, a short hallway leads to a pine furnished twin bedded room, a double bedroom with an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin, and at the far end of the hall a family bathroom W.C. with bath and hand basin.
There is a shared lawn and barbecue area, which has stock proof fencing separating it from the adjacent fields. The accommodation is completely on one level making it suitable for a family with an elderly relative.
Please note: Towels available at £3 per person, per week payable on arrival.
  
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £700 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Dartmouth sleeps 4.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Pool Pub near by Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • Luxury accommodation sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Our Dart Marina properties are situated on the edge of the River Dart in Dartmouth, one of the West Country's most sought after locations. Designed by award-winning architects, featuring many high-tech 'extras' and stylishy finished, a short break or longer stay at Dart Marina offers the ultimate in luxury self catering all year round. .The Dart Marina properties boast stunning water views and many have free use of the luxury Dart Marina Health Spa included. The elegant River Restaurant and first class yacht harbour are all close by, so you can enjoy the boutique hotel experience with the flexibility and freedom of a large, stylish holiday apartment. Picturesque Dartmouth, with its pretty, narrow streets offering art galleries, tea rooms and individual shops is just a short walk along the embankment and the town is gaining a reputation for its great choice of places to eat, with well known chefs in several restaurants. Just outside the town is an excellent golf course and the stunning unspoilt beaches and coastal paths of Start Bay including the Blue Flag award winning Blackpool Sands are just a 10 minute drive away. Individually styled, our eleven Dart Marina properties have been very tastefully and creatively finished but vary slightly in terms of decoration, furnishings and layout. The main reception rooms have each been designed to maximise the views across the River Dart and to the woods beyond. The apartments offer a spacious entrance hall and living accommodation, with large bathrooms on the same level. The townhouse (no 26), formerly the show home, enjoys a private riverside terrace whilst the apartments offer a balcony, a large window seat or fabulous windows from which to enjoy the wonderful views. State-of-the-art contemporary kitchen with Poggenphol units and Smeg appliances making self catering a pleasure, whilst bedrooms and living areas are luxuriously appointed with sumptuous soft furnishings and bathrooms are beautifully presented with towels.All properties are strictly non-smoking and no pets are allowed. A cot and highchair are available at each property on request (excluding No.3), but due to the waterside location parents must supervise young children at all times. For those who need to stay in touch during their South Devon break, wireless broadband internet is available at most properties (please check with office prior to booking). Guests staying at most of our Dart Marina properties can enjoy the use of the luxury facilities of the Dart Marina Health Spa*, including indoor pool, steam room, Jacuzzi, gym and beautifully designed relaxtion areas.Beauty treatments from Elemis can be pre-booked, with 10% off for those staying in our Dart Marina properties.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £260 to £487
Self catering accommodation in Ashton sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Less than a 10 minute drive from the golden sandy beach at Praa Sands and just under 5 miles from the picturesque fishing harbour of Porthleven, Banana Pancakes is ideally situated for exploring West Cornwall, midway between Helston and Penzance.
This freshly renovated, detached and double glazed small garden studio, offers a peaceful haven for couples set within the grounds of the owners home surrounded by unspoilt countryside and peaceful rolling hills. Entered from the shared driveway where there is visitor parking for one car, a gravel footpath leads to the rear garden where a sunken patio area catches the morning sun and French Windows open to the single storey property.
The self contained accommodation in a light crisp décor consists of a general open-plan living room with a reclaimed pine floor and a skylight window allowing visitors to watch the stars at night. There is a neatly fitted galley kitchen with a ceramic two ring hob, Belfast sink and oak worktop, a small occasional table with dining chairs, two casual lounge chairs and a standard double Victorian brass bed.
At the rear, a door opens to a fully tiled, separate shower room W.C. with hand basin, heated towel rail and electric underfloor heating. Four granite steps lead up from the patio to a sheltered lawn exclusively for the visitors use with a garden hammock, mature shrub borders and views of the southern slopes of the NT’s Godolphin Hill. The owners can arrange for fresh lobster to be delivered from local fishermen.
There are traditional village pubs in Godolphin Cross 1 mile, and Ashton 2 miles, and a good selection of amenities in the market town of Helston 6 miles away. Praa Sands, 2.5 miles, has a local shop, a beachside bar and restaurant and golden sands popular with surfers; there are also five other stunning beaches within a 15 minute drive.
Footpaths lead to Godolphin Hill & Tregonning Hill offering panoramic views of West Cornwall and there are also lovely coastal walks nearby to the famous Prussia Cove and the rocky NT headlands of Cudden Point and Rinsey Head. Godolphin House and garden set within an historic estate is just a 5 minute drive or a short stroll on foot across the hill.
There is a golf course close by, and the seaside resorts of Penzance and St Ives are within a half hour car journey. There are numerous attractions within easy reach including St Michaels Mount, Lands End, Flambards and the National Seal Sanctuary to name but a few.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £705 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Decorated and furnished to a high standard, this property provides luxurious and spacious living arranged on one floor and forms part of eight architecturally designed eco properties based within The Eco Village. Morvoren is detached and uses sustainable, natural materials and timbers along with solar panels to provide excellent insulation whilst taking care of the planet.
On entering the property, the doorway leads straight into a light and airy lounge/ kitchen/ diner with wood burner, flat screen TV and French windows which open onto the decking area outside. The dining area sits adjacent to the well equipped modern fitted kitchen and the open plan design makes Morvoren perfect for families.
On the other side of the hallway, the property provides two bedrooms. The first room to one side provides a twin bedroom with standard size twin beds and a separate shower room with WC which sits opposite the twin bedroom. The next doorway leads into a king size bedroom (5ft) with en-suite shower room and WC. French windows provide access onto the decking outside.
To the front of the property, the decking leads all the way round the property and provides garden seating. Morvoren provides one designated parking space slightly set back from the property and on an incline, with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £319 to £634
Self catering accommodation in Portholland sleeps 3.
Accommodation overview: Just 3 miles from the sea at Portholland, this self contained loft apartment is the entire upper level of a newly built, double glazed detached barn surrounded by peaceful unspoilt countryside. Built on land once owned by the Caerhays estate, the property has been sympathetically designed with local stone, wood cladding and a slate roof.
Entered from the private parking area where there is space for two cars, shallow steps lead up to a sheltered paved patio and small lawn for the sole use of the visitors, adjacent to the owners extensive landscaped garden. From here, a dozen wooden railed steps lead up to a small elevated sun deck with patio furniture enjoying lovely views of rolling hills and the front door which opens to a pleasant living room in a light and airy décor with oak flooring.
To one side is comfortable lounge seating facing the wood burning stove set on a slate hearth and on the other is a smartly fitted kitchen area with solid oak units and a dining suite. There is a spacious bedroom with a 6ft 6in double bed; zip linked which can be separated into two 3ft 3in singles, plus an additional child/day bed. To complete the accommodation, an en-suite bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and shower cubicle leads off the bedroom. There are two wall mounted electric dimplex heaters.
Below the apartment is the washing machine and the owner's garage where there is space available for the storage of beachgear and bicycles and drying wet gear. Tregony, 1 mile, has a pub, P.O. and grocery shop, as do the nearby picturesque villages of Portloe and Veryan. Portholland has two quiet south facing beaches relatively uncommercialised and there is also a sheltered beach in the foreground of Caerhays Castle and Gardens which are open to the public in the spring.
The coastal foot path close by provides stunning views across Veryan Bay, there is a regular passenger ferry to Falmouth departing from St Mawes 10 miles away and The Lost Gardens of Heligan and The Eden Project are within a 30 minute drive.
Please note: This property is not suitable for toddlers.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £325 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Hope Cove sleeps 5.
Features include: Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Pub near by • Pets allowed Parking available • sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: A comfortable holiday property refurbished in recent years to a good standard throughout. The flat offers spacious accommodation all on one level within easy walking distance of the village amenities and beaches.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £386 to £839
Self catering accommodation in Halgabron sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: The larger of the two cottages sharing the same courtyard, this double glazed detached stone barn was once the farm grain store and has been carefully converted to provide comfortable family accommodation whilst retaining original features.
The front door opens to a small central hallway with a pleasant sitting room on one side with a high beamed ceiling, lounge seating and an electric coal effect fire set on a hearth created from an original mill stone. On the opposite side, a farm style kitchen/dining room has a run of pine fitted units and an inner hall leads to a ground floor shower room W.C. with hand basin and utility room, both of which can be accessed directly from the car port.
From the hallway, carpeted stairs lead up to a sunny first floor landing with rural views from French Windows, a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and three cottage style bedrooms. There are two bedrooms at the front of the property with a double and twin beds respectively enjoying sea views on the horizon towards long rock and a bunk bedded room at the rear with views over farm land and surrounding countryside.
With access from both the kitchen and external steps from the first floor landing, Dairylea benefits from its own enclosed rear garden with a private and sheltered patio with slate chippings and a raised lawn overlooking the adjacent fields. The property has undercover parking for one car with additional parking in the courtyard.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £328 to £679
Self catering accommodation in Polperro sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Enjoying wonderful harbour and sea views from most windows, this grade II listed 18th century former fishermans cottage is located in The Warren, a quintessentially Cornish traffic free area, offering light and airy accommodation on three floors.
Set right in the heart of the pretty village of Polperro with a picturesque harbour and the South West Coast Path on the doorstep, this quaint cottage is ideally situated only a few paces from the quayside and is entered from the narrow pedestrian lane.
Three steep steps lead up to the stable front door which opens directly into a spacious beamed kitchen/diner with an attractive run of pine kitchen units, a rustic dining suite and fine views of the fishing boats in the harbour from both a cushioned window seat and the stable door.
From the kitchen, a carpeted staircase leads up to a lovely beamed sitting room with comfortable lounge seating and two sunny window seats overlooking the active fishing harbour below. To complete the first floor accommodation there is a fully tiled shower room W.C. with hand basin at the rear.
In one corner, a further staircase continues up to the top floor landing and two cosy bedrooms with hip shaped ceilings, some of the original 300 year old exposed beams and a double and twin beds respectively. The former enjoys a bird’s eye view across the harbour towards the original net houses and Peak Rock, Polperro’s iconic rock and far out to sea.
Although the cottage has no garden, the front steps provide an excellent vantage point to sit and enjoy the sun and there are also plenty of places to sit around the quay and watch the boats entering and leaving the harbour. There is one reserved parking space in a private garage just under half a mile away and approximately a 10 minute walk - there is no vehicle access to the property however a luggage taxi service is available.
Formerly the birthplace of Jonathan Couch a distinguished local historian, details can be found in the Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing nearby. The many cafes, restaurants, pubs, galleries and local shops are close at hand as is Polperro Model Village and Land of Legend. Seasonal pleasure boat trips depart from the harbour, and the coastal footpath offers fine walks eastwards to Talland Bay & Looe, and westbound to Lansallos & Polruan.
There is a small sandy beach that sits outside the harbour walls and is accessible during low tide, and further beaches can be found along the coast at Talland, Lantivet and Lantic Bays. Looe is 4 miles by road and Fowey 7 miles via the Bodinnick ferry. This property can be rented with next door but one Ten Steps for larger parties.
Please note: Towels are not supplied.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £264 to £494
Self catering accommodation in Lanteglos sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: Situated in the middle of beautiful unspoilt rolling fields with superb coastal walks nearby giving access to secluded coves and beaches, the Roundhouse was formerly a working annexe to the main barn.
Approached down a 300 metre unmade drive, the cottage is entered from the sheltered sunny patio through French Windows which open directly into the light and airy sitting room. The ground floor is open plan and tiled throughout with a spacious sitting area benefiting from two large south facing windows providing wonderful views over the open lawned gardens and countryside beyond.
There is a sofa bed for alternative sleeping arrangements, a dining area, fitted kitchen, bathroom with hand basin and shower over the bath and separate W.C. An attractive wooden staircase leads up to the balcony bedroom, with a king size double bed and is crowned, as is the living room, by the original timber beams and braces. There is ample parking for a car and boat trailer.
The surrounding grassy garden is fenced off from the farmland but guests with pets are requested to supervise them at all times. The Old Ferry Inn at Bodinnick, 1 mile, provides good pub food, and Fowey via the ferry, has a wide variety of restaurants, pubs and shops. Fowey estuary is perfect for all types of leisure activities and there is a boat park with slipway half a mile away. The Eden Project is within easy reach.
Please note: Towels not available
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £489 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Thurlestone sleeps 6.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Pool Near the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pets allowed • Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: A selection of delightful marine apartments looking directly over the beach at Thurlestone Sands and adjacent to the South West Coastal Path. All properties offer unsurpassed seaviews over the bay and out to sea with Thurlestone Rock and Burgh Island as a backdrop to this marine vista, as well as rural views over a natural wildlife habitat. Explore the nearby historic villages of Thurlestone and Hope Cove, with hotel, golf and resturant facilities together with local pub, village store and post office. Alternatively you can relax in the heated swimming pool with children's pool and shower facilities or enjoy a barbeque on the large patio area and lower sun deck. Fully double-glazed and gas central heating and hot water (immersion heater backup). One allocated parking space per property plus visitor parking.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £482 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Carbis Bay sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: With lovely views looking over a few trees towards Carbis Bay beach and the sea beyond, this spacious detached bungalow is set in a quiet residential cul-de-sac just one mile from the bustling seaside resort of St Ives and about a 15 minute walk down the hill to the sheltered sandy beach. Approached by a sloping driveway where there is parking for two cars, the bungalow is fronted by a colourful lawned garden with a small sunny patio area.
A short path leads to the entrance at the rear and a useful lobby area with a shower room W.C. and hand basin. A couple of steps lead up to an inner hallway and to one side there is a bright fully-fitted kitchen / breakfast room with a pine table and chairs and windows overlooking the mature rear garden. A very pleasant beamed living room has dining table and chairs arranged at one end of the room and comfortable seating next to the large picture window to fully appreciate the views of the sea and coastline and a French door which opens onto the front patio.
Leading off the hallway there are a bathroom with vanity basin, an adjacent cloakroom W.C. and three good sized, light and airy bedrooms. There is a twin bedded room and a master double bedroom at the front of the property with fine views to St Ives Bay from very large windows, the latter with a vanity unit, and a further twin bedroom with wash basin looks out over the well maintained rear garden. A garage houses the freezer and tumble dryer and there is also space available for the storage of beachgear. At the rear of the bungalow, a gently sloping path leads up to a raised terrace with patio furniture and a beautiful garden with a large lawn, apple tree and flower borders.
There are a few local shops, a pub and a supermarket within a ten minute walk and the town of St Ives has a wide variety of craft shops, galleries, restaurants, pubs and cafes. There are also boat trips from the harbour, the Tate Gallery situated on Porthmeor beach, a leisure centre with swimming pool and delightful coastal walks. An 18-hole golf course is available within the magnificent estate of Tregenna Castle nearby.
Please note: One pet only accepted. Towels not available.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly price range £378 to £873
Self catering accommodation in Perranporth sleeps 5.
Accommodation overview: Just over a mile from the glorious sandy beach at Perranporth, this peaceful and detached single storey cottage, formerly a 19th century counting house is set in a large country garden with lovely rural views over open countryside.
Offering total seclusion this comfortable,light and spacious family property is ideal for either a relaxing break at any time of the year or as a base for exploring the north coast with a wealth of sandy beaches and coastal walks nearby.
Approached by a long and narrow unmade lane and gated gravel driveway with parking for at least 3 cars, a sloping path and a series of steps lead down to the front door which opens to a useful entrance porch. An inner door leads directly into the bright and sunny kitchen area leading through to the adjacent dining room with a natural wood floor and views of the garden and countryside beyond.
A central hallway gives access to a sitting room with a high ceiling and comfortable lounge seating facing the fireplace and French windows open to a lovely conservatory with casual seating and tranquil views over the mature garden. There are three pleasant bedrooms: a spacious master bedroom with a double bed, a smaller double bedroom and a single bedded room. A bathroom W.C. with hand basin, heated towel rail and shower over the bath and an additional cloakroom W.C. completes the accommodation.
The extensive sloping garden which surrounds Cregaminnis is ideal for older children to let off steam however toddlers, young children and pets will require supervision as there are some steep unprotected areas. The seaside village of Perranporth is just over 1 mile away and has a wide expanse of fine golden sand popular with surfers and families alike with a selection of shops, pubs, restaurants, and surf hire facilities suitable for everyday needs.
The nearest pub is at Bolingey which can be reached via a local footpath or 1 mile by road and there are also traditional village pubs in Mithian, St Agnes and Cubert all within a 5 mile radius. There is a golf course and riding stables close by in addition to breathtaking cliff walks ideal for birdwatching at Cligga Head. The cathedral city of Truro is about a 15minute drive.
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