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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 2
Weekly price range £277 to £463
Self catering accommodation in Trenale sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: A pretty little single storey cottage with a dual aspect overlooking the attractive flowered courtyard on one side and its own sunken patio garden on the other.
The entrance is reached from the parking area down a few gated steps to the sheltered patio garden with lovely sea views.
A fully glazed door opens into a cosy living room with comfortable seating, dining and fitted kitchen areas, and a door leads off to a pretty double bedroom with en suite bathroom W.C. hand basin and electric shower over the bath.
Please note: Towels are not available.
  
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £351 to £756
Self catering accommodation in Fowey sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: This traditional 400 year old fisherman’s cottage with views over the Fowey estuary is in the perfect spot, having the Old Customs House and the former Old Post Office adjacent to the property.
The cottage entrance is at the top of some granite steps and the property is accessed via three steps down to a small landing. Through a door and down two further steps takes you into a delightful and comfortably furnished kitchen, dining area and lounge with fine views across the Fowey estuary. The cottage has been updated with all the modern necessities while keeping reminders of its antiquity. For example, the wall behind the hearth is exposed to show the ancient stone construction.
A stairway from the landing leads to the upper floor, where there are two bedrooms, each having an exposed stone wall. One small cosy bedroom is perfect for young children with a bunk bed. The main bedroom has a king size bed and wonderful views of the estuary. The separate family bathroom on this floor has a bath with electric shower overhead, WC and a basin. An additional one bedroom cosy studio annex, situated on the lower ground floor of Tucker’s Luck, is accessed via a separate stable door. The annex contains twin beds, a separate bathroom with handheld shower attachment over the bath, WC and hand basin, and an enclosed laundry area with Belfast sink.
Whether you are looking for a place to simply relax, or want a more active break, Fowey’s waterside location has much to offer. The town is well provided with shops, pubs and restaurants to suit all budgets. Ferries across the harbour to Polruan (passenger only) and to Bodinnick (car and passenger). There are seasonal passenger ferries to Mevagissey and boat tours from the Town Quay. Facilities for various water sports include sailing, canoeing and fishing. There is swimming at Readymoney Cove which can be reached by foot within 15 minutes and provides a sandy beach for children.
Fowey and the surrounding area caters for walkers The Southwest Coastal Path connects Fowey with Polperro and with Polkerris. There are many coastal and inland walks, including the Saints Way heading to the North Coast. For those who enjoy visiting gardens and historic houses. Lanhydrock House (NT), The Eden Project, and the Lost Gardens of Helligan are all a 30 minute drive respectively, as are a number of other historic sites and beautiful gardens.
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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 Pub near by 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 5
Weekly price range £435 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Kingsbridge sleeps 5.
Features include: Multiple bathrooms• Close to the beach• Parking• Luxury accommodation•
Accommodation overview: Crabshell Quay is a development of recently constructed luxury apartments on the banks of the Kingsbridge/Salcombe estuary, the perfect holiday destination for families or couples and just a few minutes walk from Kingsbridge's shops, boutiques and restaurants. A delightful waterside path leads to the town centre whilst the superb beaches at Start Bay, Thurlestone, Hope Cove and Salcombe are just a short drive away.The apartments as a whole are totally enclosed with a central private courtyard and have been equipped to a very high standard - in addition they enjoy the added benefits of private entrance lobbies, audio access, and security controlled parking. Each apartment has stunning views over the ever changing tidal estuary and surrounding countryside, and parking for one car only.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £302 to £813
Self catering accommodation in Lamorna sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: With far reaching sea views across Lamorna Cove to the Lizard and with the South West Coast Path on your doorstep, this light and airy self contained apartment with double glazed picture windows is on the first floor above a seasonal beach café.
Set at the bottom of a long tree shaded lane which leads to the small picturesque granite harbour, an external spiral staircase leads up to a south facing sun terrace, perfect for enjoying an alfresco meal, with unsurpassed views of the sea and cove through a glass balustrade.
From here, patio doors and one step lead directly into an open plan, split level living room with a dining suite and comfortable lounge seating, all of which have panoramic views of the sea, cliffs and coastline from three large windows.
One step then continues up to a neatly fitted galley kitchen with a ceramic four ring hob and combination microwave. Beyond is a lovely bedroom with a kingsize double where it is possible to enjoy the fine sea views without getting out of bed, and a fully tiled en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin completes the accommodation.
A parking permit for one car is provided for the harbour car park adjacent to the property. There is a gift shop/beach café open until 8.30pm in season beneath the apartment, boat hire and a small sandy beach revealed at low tide where dinghies can be launched and trailer parking is available on request.
The Wink, the local pub, is about a 10 minute walk up the valley as is The Cove Cornwall which is open to non-residents. St Buryan, 3 miles, has a church, village store/P.O., pub and garage, and for a wider selection of amenities, the seaside town of Penzance is about a 15 minute drive with a ferry service to the Isles of Scilly.
There are stunning cliff walks along this dramatic coastline both east and west with wonderful views of the sea, flowers and birdlife, directly from your doorstep. It is also an excellent base for exploring the far west of Cornwall by car and an easy drive to Mousehole, Newlyn, the Minack Theatre at Porthcurno and only a little further to Sennen Cove and St Ives.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £640 to £1
Self catering accommodation in Mawgan Porth sleeps 6.
Accommodation overview: Nevek provides luxurious and relaxed accommodation in one of six sunny holiday lodges situated within the Eco Village at Mawgan Porth and Nevek forms just one of a pair. Decorated and furnished to a high standard, the property is perfect for both families and group gatherings alike.
One gated step leads through the lawn towards the entrance of the property which is arranged on one level and accessed through large sliding French windows. The light and airy lounge/ kitchen/ diner with electric living flame fire joins seamlessly with the dining area and well equipped modern kitchen.
Off the main lounge area, there are three separate doorways that lead to the bedrooms. One king-size bedroom (5ft) with en-suite shower room with WC and roll-top bath positioned within the bedroom. One twin bedroom and one additional double bedroom. A doorway leads into a separate bathroom with handheld shower on the bath and WC.
Back in the living area, the large French windows provide access onto a patio outside with patio furniture with the addition of a small lawn at the front. In addition, a fully glazed door from the master bedroom opens to a rear lawned open garden.
Nevek provides one parking space adjacent to the property with additional parking on site.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £286 to £521
Self catering accommodation in Downderry sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: With direct access to the beach via a flight of cliff steps and uninterrupted sea views towards Looe Island and beyond, this south facing, detached and double glazed garden flat, offers a peaceful haven for couples set in the owner's attractive garden.
Approached by an external flight of walled steps, which lead down from the private roof-top parking area and a shared outer lobby, the light and airy self contained accommodation is fronted by a delightful wooden deck which is rewarded with spectacular sunsets. A couple of steps lead up to the glazed front door opening to a smartly fitted galley kitchen with stripped pine flooring and panoramic sea views from a picture window.
There is a small built-in breakfast bar with high stools, a useful hanging cupboard, and a comfortable sitting area in a sunny décor with a corner settee and a large mirror to reflect the glorious views. To one side, a door leads off to a bright double bedroom with hand basin, an en-suite shower room W.C. and a glazed door opening to the sheltered sundeck.
The patio door makes it possible to enjoy the view without getting out of bed and there is also a unique cliff top bench seat where you can watch the local fisherman pulling in their lobster pots below. A path leads down through the owners landscaped garden and orchard to a series of private railed steps (62 in all) down to the large south facing beach and foreshore.
Seaton has a local shop, seasonal beach café and pub, and Downderry with a coffee shop, village store, restaurant and pub are both 500 yards respectively and a 5 minute walk either by road or beach. The picturesque harbour town of Looe is 7 miles away with pleasure boat and fishing trips departing from the quayside and a railway station. The South West Coast Path and the Seaton Valley Countryside Park offer lovely walks, there are several golf courses nearby, and diving is available locally.
Please note: Towels are available at £3 per person per week to be paid on arrival.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £640 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Higher Collaton sleeps 8.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Open Fire or Wood Burner Stove • Parking available • sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: A superb detached stone barn, furnished and equipped to a very high standard throughout, providing extensive accommodation for a group or large family.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £593 to £0
Self catering accommodation in Salcombe sleeps 8.
Features include: • Multi bathrooms • Non smoking Pub near by Internet and/or WiFi • Parking available • sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: A beautifully refurbished Victorian semi detached house with comfortable family accommodation on three floors. The property has been extensively modernised and furnished to a high standard throughout with views over the estuary from the front of the property.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £266 to £499
Self catering accommodation in Downderry sleeps 2.
Accommodation overview: With wonderful sea views overlooking Looe Bay, this first floor self contained apartment is set in a quiet elevated position at the rear of the owners timber clad detached house, just five minutes walk from the sea and beach.
Entered from the parking area below the property where there is space for one medium size car, a flight of 40 external steps lead up through the owners mature landscaped garden to the entrance at the rear.
From here, a half glazed door opens directly into a neatly fitted kitchenette with a Belfast sink, an electric two ring hob and small oven/grill. Leading off to one side, an inner door opens to a cosy open plan living room with a high beamed ceiling, a comfortable settee and drop leaf dining suite, and a bay window with stunning views of the sea and coastline. A wide archway at the far end leads to a double bedroom with a hand basin and fine sea views over the bay, and an en-suite shower room W.C.
At the rear of the property, a flight of 20 steps continue up the hillside to a sloping lawned garden for the sole use of the visitors, with a wooden sun deck to take full advantage of the panoramic sea views towards Looe Island and beyond. The villages of Downderry to the east and Seaton to the west both have a local shop, pub, restaurant and south facing beach of sand and pebbles, and are about 500 yards respectively.
For a wider selection of amenities, the market town of Liskeard is a 15 minute drive and has supermarkets and a leisure centre with swimming pool. The picturesque harbour village of Looe, 7 miles, offers pleasure boat and fishing trips from the quayside and there is also coarse fishing available nearby at Crafthole and Bake Lakes.
The cliff top golf course at Portwrinkle is 5 miles and it is also just a short drive to the magnificent houses and gardens of Mount Edgcumbe and Antony House. The South West Coast Path enjoys wonderful views along Whitsand Bay to Rame Head, and there are woodland walks inland through the Seaton Valley Countryside Park. A community bus service operates within the local area.
Please note: Towels are available at £4 per person per week to be paid on arrival. Carrycot not accepted.
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Sleeps 3
Weekly price range £258 to £489
Self catering accommodation in Polperro sleeps 3.
Accommodation overview: With superb harbour and coastline views from the garden, this grade II listed traditional terraced cottage with accommodation on three floors is tucked into a traffic free area known as The Warren lying in the heart of the picturesque fishing village of Polperro.
Set to one side of a narrow lane that forms part of the South West Coast Path, this quaint cottage benefits from its own unique sun terrace and summerhouse and retains great charm and character with low beamed ceilings and doorways.
Sharing an outer front door and lobby, the inner glazed door opens directly into a rustic beamed kitchen/diner with a bespoke galley kitchen, pine dining suite with a glimpse of the harbour and at the rear, a compact shower room W.C. with hand basin.
A rather steep and narrow rope railed stairway leads up to a cosy sitting room on the first floor with a board and beam ceiling, comfortable lounge seating including a sofa bed, an electric log effect fire and the sound of the sea filling the window. There is also a stable door opening out to a railed flight of ten steps that lead down to the pedestrian lane from which the cottage takes its name and offers an alternative, slightly easier access to the property.
A further steep staircase continues up to the second floor and two cottage style bedrooms; the master bedroom with a 4ft double enjoying a bird’s eye view overlooking the working fishing harbour and a small single bedroom at the rear with trundle bed. There are electric convector heaters in both bedrooms.
From the latter, a low door gives access to the rear hillside garden with nine steps that lead up to a sheltered paved patio and a further nine steps continue up to a south facing wooden sun deck with summerhouse and glorious views over the harbour, rugged cliffs and far out to sea. Young children and pets will require supervision outside.
There is one reserved parking space in the main village car park 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.
The many cafes, restaurants, pubs, galleries and local shops are close at hand as is the Heritage Museum of Smuggling and Fishing. 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 Warren Cottage for larger parties.
Please note: Towels are not supplied. No cot – carrycot/travel cot accepted.
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Sleeps 9
Weekly price range £1229 to £2
Self catering accommodation in Trebarwith Strand sleeps 9.
Accommodation overview: With stunning views of the sea and dramatic cliffs, this comfortable and spacious, detached family home is set in an elevated position just 500 yards above the beach at Trebarwith Strand on the North Coast. Approached by a steep private lane which leads to a parking area with ample space for 4 cars, a dozen steps lead up through the garden to the front door opening beneath a covered porch to the central hallway.
To the left is a delightful, light and airy family room with comfortable seating for 5 and one step down to a pine dining suite set in a large bay window with superb sea, beach and cliff views. Beyond is a spacious sun lounge with additional casual seating providing a vantage point for watching the waves crashing upon the shore from picture windows and a door opening to the wooden sundeck and hot tub.
There are three bedrooms downstairs; a 5ft double with an en-suite bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath, a further 5ft double with an en-suite wet room with shower W.C. and hand basin and a triple bedroom with three singles and an en-suite shower room W.C. with hand basin (with optional access by day from the lobby).
The remainder of the ground floor accommodation comprises of a fully fitted kitchen with an electric range cooker and small breakfast bar, a useful rear lobby giving access to a decked patio, ideal for watching the sunset over Gull rock, and a cloakroom W.C. with hand basin.
From the hallway, carpeted stairs lead up to the first floor and the spacious master bedroom with a 6ft double bed, large en-suite bathroom W.C. with hand basins, walk-in shower and claw foot bath with hand shower attachment and a balcony with a glass balustrade enjoying a bird's eye view of the glorious sea and coastline.
Nestling in a cliff top position, the extensive garden which surrounds the property has sloping lawns and a large decked sun terrace with hot tub; a wonderful place to admire the views over the rugged coastline however young children and pets should not be left unsupervised. From the garden, there is direct access onto the South West Coast Path and also a fairly steep cliff path which provides a short cut to the lane leading down to the tidal beach and rock pools of Trebarwith Strand.
A seasonal cafe, surf shop and the Port William Inn, are all just a 2 minute walk downhill or a quarter of a mile by road and the traditional 18th century Mill House Inn is half a mile away. Tintagel, 2 miles, has a selection of shops, pubs and restaurants in addition to the famous ruins of Tintagel castle and Merlins sea cave, and there are also local amenities at Boscastle and Camelford, 5 miles respectively.
Please note: £250 returnable security deposit required for 2014.
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