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Sky Cottage - Golant by Fowey, Cornwall
Sky Cottage Golant by Fowey Cornwall Sleeps: 2. Bedrooms: 1 (1 Double). Golant by Fowey. Short breaks. No Pets

Sky Cottage is on the South coast of Cornwall, known as the Cornish Riviera due to its mild climate. Located in the heart of the picturesque riverside village of Golant by Fowey, this lovely cottage is perfectly positioned for touring the whole of Cornwall, only 45 minutes from Padstow, on the Camel Estuary, which offers 17 miles of cycle track, and less than 10 minutes from the fantastic Eden project. There are numerous activities within easy reach of this cosy cottage - from surfing, sailing and windsurfing, boat trips and kayaking, or you may prefer to sunbathe on the breathtaking choice of beaches - Par Sands is only 3 miles away from this lovely Cornish cottage.

Terry Holt Cottage - Branscombe, Devon
Terry Holt Cottage Branscombe Devon Bedrooms: 1 double ensuite. Sleeps: 2. Branscombe. Short breaks. No pets.

East Devon is a beautiful place to visit for a holiday and has a wealth of stunning countryside and coastal scenery. There are top events and lots of activities in the area throughout the year with carnivals, festivals, fairs and markets to enjoy. Terry Holt Cottage is part of a quaint stone built terrace in the historic village of Branscombe (which boasts three National Trust properties). It is only 5 minutes walk to the beach on the famous Jurassic Coast, and 5 minutes walk to a 14th-century pub serving excellent local food. This cosy cottage makes an ideal holiday home in this highly desirable Devon village.

Rooky's Nook - Trewalder, Cornwall
Rooky's Nook Trewalder Cornwall Sleeps: 2. Bedrooms:1 - galleried double ensuite. Port Isaac and Tintagel 5 miles. Short breaks. Dogs welcome by prior arrangement for a fee of £25/booking.

For discerning couples, no expense has been spared to create a home-from-home romantic holiday cottage hideaway in what was formerly a blacksmith's barn. Rough cast walls, slate floors and a huge inglenook fireplace make up this Cornish cottage retreat, which is close to the charming fishing village of Port Isaac, and equidistant to Tintagel, home of the legend of King Arthur and the lovely, ancient town of Camelford. The area offers many activities such as cycling, walking, fishing and surfing all within easy reach. Or if you are on a romantic break or honeymoon, you will simply want to chill out and enjoy the immaculate facilities, beautiful garden and sunny patio of this cosy Cornish cottage.

Whitewalls Cottage - St Agnes, Cornwall
Whitewalls Cottage St Agnes Cornwall Grade II Listed cottage close to St Agnes. Short Breaks available. Sorry, no pets

Whitewalls Cottage is a lovely Grade II listed thatched cottage in Mithian, one of Cornwall’s oldest villages. Located just 2 miles from the coastal town of St Agnes, it is an idyllic spot for walkers. From Whitewalls, situated near the coastal path, Trevellas and Trevaunance Coves are less than an hour’s walk through leafy Jericho Valley and Perranporth, only 5 miles away, can be reached via country lanes. St Agnes boasts many art galleries and craft workshops in the village and the Mining Museum illustrates the local industrial history. Sports enthusiasts can thrill to vast beaches with surfing schools nearby, a riding stables and a golf course in Perranporth and cycling along country lanes and cycleways. Truro, St Ives and Penzance are only a short drive away as is the Eden Project.

Ruby Cottage - Delabole, Cornwall
Ruby Cottage Delabole Cornwall 1 Double, 1 Twin, 1 Single. Dogs welcome by arrangement. Close to beach

This is an ideal base for a family or group of friends looking to enjoy North Cornwall. The property is in the village of Delabole which has most everything you need or just a short drive away is Camelford with a wider range of shops and places to eat. Two stunning beaches are only a 45 minute walk away or a short drive if you prefer. It is a perfect base for a beach holiday.

Oak Tree Cottage - Dulverton, Somerset
Oak Tree Cottage Dulverton Somerset Bedrooms: 3 - 1 doubles, 1 twin, 1 single. Sleeps: 5. Dulverton. Discount for couples or single persons. Sorry no pets.

This three bedroomed former farmworkers' cottage is beautifully situated on the owner's working farm on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park. It nestles among gentle rolling countryside, where the forests and fields are home to little-seen wildlife such as red and roe deer, owls, badgers and foxes. The cottage is perfectly situated for exploring Exmoor National Park and West Somerset. Horse riding, walking, cycling and coarse and trout fishing on the river Exe are all fantastic ways to spend the day. And there are many attractions to visit in the area: as well as the splendid acres of Exmoor National park, the Tarr Steps, Wimbleball Lake and the West Somerset Railway transports you back to another ages. Plenty for children too - with Exmoor safaris and the Zoo and the cottage is easily accessible to both north and south Devon coasts.

Red Doors Farm - Honiton, Devon
Red Doors Farm Honiton Devon Bedrooms: 1 - 4. Sleeps: 2 - 8. Honiton 3 miles, 30 minutes from Exeter/Taunton. Short breaks. Pets welcome.

Seven luxury holiday cottages close to the Devon/Somerset border,at the foot of National Trust’s Dumpdon Hill. Some one bedroom cottages superb for couples and larger ones suitable for families or groups of friends on holiday in the south west. All the cottages are beautifully furnished and maintained to a very high standard - they have all been awarded 5 star by the English Tourist Board. For those seeking a beach holiday - the cottages are 10 miles from East Devon and Dorset coastlines, with many sandy beaches. There is a heated indoor swimming pool, games room and excellent outdoor play area.

Sea Vue - Polperro, Cornwall
Sea Vue Polperro Cornwall Sleeps: 7-12. Bedrooms: 4, 1 supersized double, 2 kingsized double, 1 single. Polperro, under 1 mile, Looe 5 miles. Pets by arrangement.

This enchanting, sun-kissed house in Cornwall is available to let as a holiday cottage for the first time. With impossibly beautiful 240-degree views of the sea, beach, harbour and the tiny streets of the 16th century Cornish smuggling village of Polperro, Seavue is perched high on wooded slopes, a few hundred meters from the beach and set amidst some of finest coastal scenery in Britain. This gorgeous holiday home is a convenient base for seeing Cornwall's attractions - it's 15 miles to the Eden Project. Whether you want to rent a large house that sleeps 12 for a celebration, or are looking for honeymoon hideaway for 2, Seavue house in Cornwall is the house of your dreams!

Stonnwall Manor - Frome, Somerset
Stonnwall Manor Frome Somerset Bedrooms: 9 - 8 doubles, 1 family. Sleeps: 19. Frome. Short breaks available. Sorry no pets.

This magnificent 400 year old Elizabethan Manor is set amidst several acres of beautifully landscaped gardens. It has many original period features including stone gabled roofs, historic fireplaces, decorative plaster ceiling mouldings, oak stripped floors, huge oak beams and 15th-century panelling. All the bedrooms have four poster beds and the large dining room with rosewood table is ideal for a medieval feast or banquet. The manor is situated on the south side of the ancient market town of Frome in one of the most picturesque and historic areas of Somerset. It is a really amazing large house to rent and perfect for a special celebration or gathering with friends or family - idyllic for a holiday too!

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