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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 £336 to £767
Self catering accommodation in St Merryn sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Within a mile of the lovely sandy beach at Harlyn Bay and a short way inland from Trevose Head, this semi-detached, double glazed newly renovated barn conversion is set in the gardens of the owners home to one side of the coast road from Newquay to Padstow.
Approached by a secure gated driveway where there is parking for two cars adjacent to the owners garage, a level gravel path continues up to the front entrance porch with a small work top and coat pegs. An inner stable door leads directly into a well equipped kitchen with fitted units, a beech effect worktop and a slate tiled floor. Beyond is a pleasant comfortable living room with a natural wood floor, soft lighting and a relaxing decor. Overlooking the garden the dining area has an ornamental feature brick fireplace and the adjacent seating area has two comfortable settees.
In the far corner, one step leads up to a small hallway and a pretty double bedroom with a wash basin, three steps continue up from the hall to a bathroom W.C. with hand basin, cast iron rolltop bath and shower cubicle and an attractive twin bedded room. The garden immediately to the front has an area for sitting out and visitors are encouraged to make full use of the shared landscaped garden with varying levels of lawn bounded by a stone wall.
The village of St Merryn under half a mile away has a selection of small shops, the nearest pub is a five minute walk along the main road and there is a seasonal restaurant just a few yards away. The harbour town of Padstow and the Camel Estuary are about 2.5 miles and there are a further seven beautiful beaches all within a short drive, as well as golf courses.
Please note: No young dogs please.
  
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Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £941 to £2
Self catering accommodation in Trebetherick sleeps 9.
Accommodation overview: Set in a wonderful position just 200 yards from sheltered sandy Daymer Bay, this charming detached house of great character is set at the end of the lane to the beach in the small village of Trebetherick, midway between Rock and Polzeath. One of the oldest dwellings in the parish, Torquil Cottage was originally two ancient cottages which were later joined together and extended, and is now a much loved, traditionally furnished family home.
A slate path runs all along the front of the house from which the front door opens into a small entrance hall. To one side is a sunny drawing room with lounge seating arranged before the fireplace and a step down leads to a garden room with patio furniture. A central dining room with the original slate flagstones has a larder and a glazed exterior door, and at the rear is a fitted kitchen with an oil fired Aga for cooking, and access to the garden.
To complete the ground floor accommodation, a snug makes an ideal children’s playroom with a door in one corner opening to a second enclosed staircase. From the hall, a wooden turning staircase leads up to the first floor where there are five simply furnished bedrooms and two bathrooms with W.C.’s, one with a shower over the bath.
There are two double bedrooms with 5ft beds, a twin bedroom with a concealed staircase leading down to the snug, a bunk bedroom with sturdy 3ft pine bunks and a small children’s room with a 2ft 6in single bed and a glimpse of the sea. Care is needed throughout the property as there are low beams, doorways and headroom on the staircase.
There is a large, sheltered and landscaped garden to the rear with wide lawns, shrubs and hedges; the garden is enclosed when the garage is closed. An outbuilding provides a useful laundry area, with garden W.C. and shower facilities and there is a drive-through garage (clearance 6ft 6in high x 7ft 6in wide) which leads to a slate-chipped parking area with space for 3 cars.
There is a seasonal beach shop 2 minutes’ walk away, a café/restaurant at the top of the hill and Trebetherick village store and newsagent less than half a mile away. Daymer Bay is an all year dog friendly beach; at low tide the sand stretches as far south as Rock where a foot ferry operates to the harbour town of Padstow.
Polzeath, 1 mile, has wetsuit/surf hire, local shops and a waterfront bar & grill, and Rock, 2.5 miles, offers sailing and watersport facilities, and a range of independent shops. There are golf courses at St Enodoc and The Point 2 miles respectively and St Enodoc Church is nearby where Sir John Betjeman is buried. The town of Wadebridge, 7 miles, has a good selection of shops, a sports centre, cinema, and bike hire to explore the Camel Trail.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £264 to £494
Self catering accommodation in Portholland sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: French Windows to the front of the cottage lead directly into the open-plan ground floor with rustic board and beam ceiling, a slate floor and white painted stone walls.
To one side is a small neatly fitted galley kitchen with a ceramic two ring hob, combination microwave and a small oak dining suite. One step leads up beneath a timber archway to the seating area at the rear with period furniture, comfortable leather armchairs facing the wood burning stove and a window overlooking the sunny terraced area.
A narrow winding staircase leads up to the delightful bedroom with a canopied beam ceiling, rustic pine floorboards and a king-size bed. A skylight allows visitors to watch the stars at night. A small en-suite bathroom W.C. with wash basin and a bath with hand shower fitment completes the accommodation.
The owner regrets that only adults will be accepted because of the potential danger of the river.
Please note: Wireless internet is available but not inside the property
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £467 to £995
Self catering accommodation in Treknow sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Boslowen is perfectly situated within the small picturesque village of Treknow, just one mile from the popular town of Tintagel. The property sits within an elevated position, providing fantastic views across the valley and offers wonderful accommodation for both families and couples alike. Set on the rugged North Cornwall coast, Boslowen is the ideal base for exploring all that North Cornwall has to offer.
With ample parking for 3 cars, Boslowen is accessed via 9 steps and the front door leads straight into a large and light filled hallway with marble effect floors with under floor heating. To the right is the well equipped kitchen with all the necessary mod cons and the dining room sits adjacent to the kitchen, which comfortably seats six people with access into the garden via French Windows.
In the main corridor and along from the dining room, a separate bathroom with WC and basin opens on one side, and to the other side, a twin bedroom with standard sized single beds, en-suite shower room with WC and basin.
From the main corridor, a flight of stairs with 6 steps leads to the large and open plan lounge area with wooden floors and provides a wood burner and wonderful views across the valley. 5 more steps lead to the upper floor, to one side a double bedroom with standard size double bed and en-suite shower room and WC. To the other side, the master bedroom with king size bed and en-suite shower room with WC and basin.
To the front of the property is a large paved driveway which can park up to three cars. The garage can be accessed and is perfect for storing bikes and surfboards. A small pathway with a gate leads around the property to the rear garden which is positioned over two levels. The garden provides furniture, a BBQ and a small pond. Children will need to be supervised whilst in the rear garden.
Treknow is a small quiet hamlet one mile from the popular town of Tintagel which has several shops, pubs and restaurants in addition to the mediaeval castle and there are spectacular coastal walks in the immediate area. Trebarwith Strand is a 30 minute walk by footpath and the beach can be reached within a 25 minute walk which it fantastic for swimming and surfing. The traditional 18th centuary Mill House Inn is 1 mile down a fairly steep hill, which serves a reputable menu. Further services are available at Boscastle and Camelford which are 5 miles respectively.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £380 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Malborough sleeps 2.
Features include: Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by Parking available • sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: A terraced thatched cottage, set in two acres of beautiful gardens.
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Sleeps 11
Weekly price range £1200 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Thurlestone sleeps 11.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • Luxury accommodation sl
Accommodation overview: Kirkdale is a stunning contemporary detached house with delightful sea views, just a few minutes walk from Thurlestone beach and the South West Coastal Path. The house was newly constructed in 2009 to provide a very high standard of accommodation for families, adult groups or those simply looking for five-star luxury in the heart of this popular village.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £450 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 4.
Accommodation overview: Ebrenn forms one of four superior semi-detached terraced cottages which have been decorated and furnished to a good standard. The cosy accommodation is perfect for small family gatherings or couples and the property offers wonderful countryside views across The Eco Village and beyond.
The property is arranged on one floor and one step leads up to the paved patio where you access the property through the large French windows. The entrance is straight into a cosy but well furnished and equipped lounge/kitchen/ diner. On the lounge side, the property offers comfortable seating with electric living flame fire and flat screen TV and a fully fitted kitchen/ diner on the other side.
Off the main lounge area, an inner hallway leads to the bedrooms which consist of one double bedroom with en-suite shower room and WC and one twin bedroom. An additional doorway leads to a separate bathroom with shower over the bath and WC.
Back in the main living room, the large French windows provide access onto a paved patio with picnic table and rural views. Ebrenn provides parking for one car adjacent to the property with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £489 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge sleeps 6.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking • Pool Near the Beach • Close to the Sea 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 4
Weekly price range £369 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge sleeps 4.
Features include: Non smoking • Pool Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Parking available • sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: A end mews cottage (one of three) offering reverse level living accomodation and balcony to take full advantage of the stunning sea views.
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Sleeps 7
Weekly price range £359 to £795
Self catering accommodation in St Anns Chapel sleeps 7.
Accommodation overview: Set in the heart of the Tamar Valley on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, Hillside is only 2 miles from Cotehele House and the attractive riverside village of Calstock and just a 40 minute drive to the beautiful Cornish fishing ports and beaches on the South Coast.
Detached, double glazed and centrally heated, this privately owned, newly refurbished property is within the grounds of Honicombe Manor family resort, a tranquil and picturesque setting in 30 acres of rolling countryside surrounded by fields, woodland and streams.
Set in an elevated position within the secluded valley, the property is approached from the shared parking area nearby with a flight of 16 steps and a short path leading up to the front door opening to a hallway with a laminate wood floor.
On the ground floor are four attractive bedrooms and a shower room W.C. with hand basin. The master bedroom has a double bed, French Windows opening to a sheltered decked patio and an en-suite bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath (with optional access by day from the hall). The remaining three bedrooms consist of a twin bedded room with distant countryside views, a single bedroom and one with 3ft solid bunk beds.
Carpeted stairs lead directly up from the hall to the first floor and a spacious sitting room with sumptuous lounge seating and patio door opening onto the south facing timber railed balcony with far reaching views across fields towards Dartmoor. To complete the accommodation, leading off to one side is a modern fully fitted kitchen with oak dining table and chairs.
The village of St Ann’s Chapel has a post office store and there are two traditional pubs serving food all within one mile respectively. For a wider choice of amenities, the market towns of Callington 4 miles and Tavistock 6 miles are within easy reach. A local bus service operates to Callington, Calstock, Gunnislake and Tavistock.
The Tudor mansion and gardens at Cotehele and the village of Calstock where river cruises depart in the summer are both within a 10 minute drive and there are beautiful riverside footpaths that connect the two. Kit Hill Country Park known for its fine views and birdwatching provides wonderful circular walks and is about 2 miles distant. The nearest beaches are at Whitsand Bay and Downderry, approximately 20 miles.
There is a Donkey Park nearby, also close at hand is the Living Museum of Victorian Life at Morwellhan Quay, and St Mellion Golf Club is about a 15 minute drive. The nautical city of Plymouth can be reached by car in 30 minutes or a scenic railway journey on the Tamar Valley branch line from Gunnislake. Honicombe Manor provides an excellent base to explore this diverse area of South East Cornwall.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £260 to £487
Self catering accommodation in Chacewater sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: A peaceful recently renovated single storey barn conversion centrally located in the heart of Cornwall just 20 minutes from both the North and South Coasts offering an ideal touring base with easy access to explore the whole county. Set to one side of the owners house nestling in the rural hamlet of Creegbrawse, this spacious detached cottage has been finished to a high standard, double glazed and centrally heated providing warm and cosy accommodation all year round.
Entered from the driveway where there is space for one car, a gravel path and two steps lead up to the front door, which opens to a hallway with a marble tiled floor that continues throughout the property. To one side, a door opens to a light and airy living room with countryside views from two sets of French Windows, comfortable lounge seating, a dining suite and a smartly fitted kitchen area in one corner.
To complete the accommodation, leading off the entrance hall are a shower room W.C. with hand basin and an adjacent bright double bedroom. From both the sitting and dining areas, patio doors and three steps lead down to a south facing enclosed wooden sun deck with lovely far reaching views of the surrounding countryside. You can’t fail to notice that the railed sun deck is also home to one of Jack’s Cows; a unique multi-coloured life-size cow sculpture part of a herd that were auctioned to raise money for local charities. The owner can provide storage space for bicycles and beach gear.
The village of Chacewater, 1 mile, has a choice of three traditional pubs and a small selection of shops and for a wider selection of amenities, the cathedral city of Truro is 6 miles. The nearest beaches on the north coast are Chapel Porth, Porthtowan and Portreath all 6 miles away and the famous resorts of Newquay and St Ives are just a 30 minute drive respectively.
The maritime town of Falmouth has plenty of shops, pubs, cafes and restaurants plus a choice of sandy beaches approximately 9 miles away and there are watersports centres at both Stithians Lake and Mylor Harbour. There is a golf course and riding stables close by and the Cornish Way Coast to Coast Cycle Trail is nearby with bicycle hire available from Bissoe Tramways.
Please note:- No cot – carrycot accepted
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £411 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge sleeps 6.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Near the Beach • Close to the Sea Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove Pub near by • Pets allowed Parking available • sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: High Corner is a very well presented period semi-detached house retaining many original character features. The house offers cosy, comfortable accommodation at any time of the year.
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