Find self catering and cottages with detached property in South West England

The Thatchings, Torquay, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £900 to £1299

Self catering accommodation in Torquay sleeps 8.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: Standing detached in its own pretty English country garden, this charming thatched Grade II listed cottage dates back to the 17th century and retains many original features in its cosy interior. Torquay seafront is only 1½ miles away; one of the country’s most popular seaside holiday destinations, it harbours a wealth of attractions to suit all tastes and ages, including an aquarium. At nearby Paignton, there is a zoo, vast sandy beaches and rail trips along the coastline. Superb walking, sailing, windsurfing and water-skiing locally. Shops 50 yards, local pub with restaurant 400 yards.

Spacious living room with wood-burning stove and rug on tiled floor. Dining room with feature fireplace, TV and slate floor. Farmhouse kitchen with Aga (ornamental only) and slate floor. Utility area. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Two staircases to first floor : Two double bedrooms, one with four-poster bed, additional futon-bed (for +2) and TV. Bunk bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.

2 bedroom cottage, Bradworthy, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £310 to £655

Self catering accommodation in Bradworthy sleeps 4.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: TRADITIONAL THATCHED COTTAGE This pretty, detached thatched cottage is set within beautiful countryside. The cottage has been decorated with much charm, enhancing its old world character with low beamed ceilings, inglenook fireplaces, traditional small cottage windows and wooden floors. You will be within a short walk to the small village of Bradworthy which offers a pub, church, post office and a selection of shops. Many attractions located close by include The Milky Way, Hartland Abbey, RHS Rosemoor Gardens and The Tamar Lakes, or why not step back in time and visit Clovelly with its cobbled streets. The spectacular coast is within a short drive and offers many popular long sandy beaches and sheltered coves. The well-equipped accommodation offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. Bathroom: downstairs with WC. Lounge: cosy, with oil fired burner, TV with Freeview, DVD and video. further lounge, leading off the kitchen, with French doors giving a lovely view of the garden and is ideal for reading or writing. Kitchen/diner: traditional style with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and many useful extras. Outside: large garden with wooded area, fenced pond, furniture and BBQ. There is also a garden room with views to the rear of the property. Amenities: off-road parking for 3 cars. Bed linen, towels and electric included, Wi-Fi available (charge payable to owner). Oil for the heating an extra cost of £30 per week for the months of October-April payable to the owner on arrival. 1 small dog welcome. Regret no smoking within the property. Low ceilings throughout. Location: beach 8 miles, pub and shop walking distance.

6 bedroom cottage, Bude, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £725 to £1875

Self catering accommodation in Bude sleeps 10.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: FORMERLY TWO COTTAGES NOW A BEAUTIFUL DETACHED FARMHOUSE IN SECLUDED RURAL SURROUNDINGS This beautiful detached farmhouse, offers very spacious and well-equipped accommodation and is surrounded by woodland and open fields assuring you of a peaceful and relaxing holiday. Reached via country lanes and set in an enclosed area with large lawn and woodland area as well as an enclosed patio with seating and BBQ. Ideal for exploring the whole of North Cornwall and Devon, there are sheltered coves and long sandy surfing beaches to visit and explore. Walkers will enjoy the lovely rugged cliff tops along the coast as well as the pleasant lanes directly from the property. There are attractions to suit all tastes close by and these include The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Launceston Steam Railway, Bude Canal and Splash pool and more. The traditional market town of Holsworthy is less than 3 miles away and offers shops, restaurants and pubs. The spacious accommodation retains much original charm and character with beams, slate flooring and inglenook fireplaces offering SIX bedrooms: upstairs 2 doubles, 1 zip-and-link double (which can be a twin on request) and 1 single. Downstairs offers 1 zip-and-link double (which can be a twin on request) and 1 single. Bathroom: upstairs family size with shower cubicle and WC and another shower room with WC. Downstairs is a further shower room with WC. Lounge: two, both offering feature inglenook fireplaces with wood burners, TV, DVD and Freeview, 1 of the lounges has books, games and PlayStation, perfect for children. Kitchen/diner: large farmhouse style with huge dining table, cooker, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Utility room: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside: enclosed patio area where you can watch the children play in the enclosed woodland and lawn area. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen, electric and geothermal central heating system included. 2 dogs welcome. Location: beach 9 miles, small village shop at Whitstone 2 miles, pubs and shops 3 miles.

1 bedroom cottage, Bodmin, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from: £247 to £495

Self catering accommodation in Bodmin sleeps 2.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Romantic Break • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview: A PRETTY DETACHED COTTAGE WITH COUNTRYSIDE VIEWS Set within its own private lawns, this detached barn has been converted into a comfortable and cosy cottage, with a spacious and practical living area and plenty of outside space to absorb the countryside views. Lanivet is often referred to as the centre of Cornwall with easy access to both coasts and all of the county's beauty spots. From the cottage you can visit the local village pubs at Lanivet (2 miles), Luxulyan (3 miles) and Lanlivery (4 miles). The Eden Project is 5 miles away and the spectacular National Trust Lanhydrock House and Gardens are only 3 miles away. For the sporting enthusiast, there is also a magnificent 18 hole golf course at Lanhydrock, and there are excellent equestrian facilities at Barguse Riding Centre which is only 1.5 miles away. The area is popular for walkers with a nature reserve nearby and Helman Tor where you can enjoy coast to coast views. The accommodation offers ONE bedroom: double with en-suite shower room with WC and heated towel rail. Lounge/kitchen/diner: open-plan with leather sofa, flat screen TV with DVD, Freeview and hi-fi. Kitchen area with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. Outside: private enclosed patio and lawn with seating and BBQ. Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen, towels and electric included, night storage and electric heating subject to a £15 additional charge per week from October - March, payable direct to the owner. Private water supply. Regret no pets or smoking. Additional info: owners other property nearby is HERTI. Location: beach 8 miles, shop and pub 2 miles.

Ambledown Cottage, Chapel Amble, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £600 to £899

Self catering accommodation in Chapel Amble sleeps 4.

Features include: • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set in tranquillity, this delightfully converted poultry house offers light and airy accommodation, with superb countryside views. Attractively furnished and equipped, the cottage boasts a garden pond with geese and ducks, regularly tended by the nearby owners. Only 5½ miles from the sailing resort of Rock, and Polzeath’s surfing beach, it is perfect for touring this scenic county. The Cornwall Coastal Path and Camel Trail are nearby, as are the towns of Padstow, Port Isaac and Boscastle. Wadebridge (4 miles) offers shops, restaurants and a sports centre with indoor swimming pool. Eden Project, 22 miles. Shop, good pub/restaurant ¾ mile.

Living room with electric fire and doors to patio. Farmhouse-style kitchen/dining room with door to patio. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Cloakroom with toilet.

Seaholm, Ilfracombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Ilfracombe sleeps 10.

Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Garden • Sleeps 10

Accommodation overview: Situated in the Torrs and overlooking the sea and the town of Ilfracombe, this delightfully refurbished, detached house has all the makings for a great holiday. Seaholm is laid out over three floors and has been adapted to make the most of its location. From the living room on the top floor, there are lovely views over the Bristol Channel and from the enclosed rear garden and balconies there are bird’s eye views of Ilfracombe and its famous landmarks. The house is equipped with all modern conveniences, including a 32-inch LCD TV and Gilchrist and Soames toiletries in every bathroom to ensure a relaxing holiday at any time of year. The location is a great base from which to explore the stunning North Devon coastline and countryside. Seaholm lies within easy walking distance of the harbour area and the surrounding cafes, restaurants and pubs. Ilfracombe is the ‘jewel’ of the North Devon Coast and a remarkable location for romantic getaways, family holidays or activity breaks. Ilfracombe centre is also within walking distance, and attractions worth visiting in the area include Ilfracombe’s harbour and tunnel beaches, Exmoor National Park, Lynton, Lynmouth and the beaches at Saunton and Woolacombe. For younger visitors there is the adventure park at Watermouth Castle and the Big Sheep at Bideford. Golf courses available at Ilfracombe, Saunton and Bideford. Shop and pubs 200 yards.

Narrow stairs (no bannister) to lower ground floor: Games room with TV and pool table. Twin bedroom with patio doors to garden. Ground floor: Spacious dining room. Spacious, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast area and slate floor. Utility. Double bedroom with sea view and en-suite shower room with toilet. Double bedroom with patio doors to private balcony and en-suite shower room with toilet. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. First floor: Spacious living room with floor-to-ceiling window and sea views. Very large double bedroom with breakfast area, Velux windows and Juliet balcony.

2 bedroom cottage, Watchet, Somerset, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from: £270 to £560

Self catering accommodation in Watchet sleeps 4.

Features include: • Detached • Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: 1 OF 2 PROPERTIES, 13 ACRES, HORSES, PONIES, DUCKS, CHICKENS, GEESE On Exmoor National Park and nestling on the slopes of the Brendon Hills, the farm is in a small hamlet at the head of probably the most beautiful "combe" in the area, known as the hidden valley. You can relax in the tranquillity and privacy of the accommodation, yet benefit from the proximity of Taunton and Minehead. The farm is approximately 20 minutes from the M5, J25. A short drive from the Somerset coast with beaches at Dunster, Minehead and Blue Anchor, it is also close to the Devon border giving access to much of North Devon in addition to the range of amenities in Somerset itself. There is a wealth of local attractions for adults and children alike, including the marina and wildlife park with its huge pirate ships at Watchet, the Norman castle at Dunster, windsurfing and sailing on Wimbleball reservoir, visit the West Somerset Steam Railway, cider farms, as well as the spectacular scenery and wildlife on Exmoor itself, best seen by taking a short safari. Among popular attractions within easy reach are Cheddar Gorge, Wookey Hole Caves, numerous adventure and animal parks, Clarks Village and Diggerland. Come rain or shine, there is no shortage of things to do or places to go. There are excellent local pubs, many with family rooms and some with outdoor play areas for young children. There is a good range of local shops (10 minutes). Views from both cottages to rolling green tree-lined fields and grazing sheep. Outside: there is a large outdoor grassed area with swings, perfect for family games. Also available is an undercover area for children to play in. You will be welcome to walk the farmland. Amenities: ample off-road parking. Bed linen and towels included. Regret no pets. Location: beach 15 minutes, pub 2 miles. Detached barn probably dating to the 17th century. Originally used to store the cider apples and house the cider press, now separately sited nearby. The internal rooms have been re-designed and modernised, but retain their vaulted, beamed ceilings. All rooms are double-glazed and the roof incorporates the latest high tech insulation. Accessed via five steps the cottage offers TWO bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. Bathroom: with bath, separate shower cubicle and WC. Lounge/kitchen/diner: with TV, DVD and coal effect gas stove (heating). Kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave and fridge. Utility: with tumble dryer and washing machine (sole use). Outside: French windows lead to the garden and small patio providing privacy. Amenities: electric is by key meter (no coins necessary). Arrival: 4pm.

The Old Post Office, Morcombelake, Dorset, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from: £1300

Self catering accommodation in Morcombelake sleeps 8.

Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Detached • Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: The Old Post Office on The Green is an attractive and charming period cottage, believed to be over 200 years old, and built of stone with a whitened rough-cast rendered exterior under a thatched roof. Serving as the village post office until 1935, it was formerly three dwellings, but now stands as one detached house, providing spacious accommodation, whilst enjoying many features such as sloping ceilings, oak beams, open fire and a large enclosed garden. Sensitively modernised, the cottage retains its natural character, blending old world charm with modern day conveniences.
Occupying an elevated position on the southern slopes of Hardown Hill, facing Stonebarrow Hill – which is owned by the National Trust – it is located between Morcombelake and the sea. The surrounding countryside and Heritage coastline is some of the most beautiful in the area, and officially designated as one of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Within walking distance is the National Trust’s Golden Cap Estate, where southern England’s highest cliff can be found – composed of sandstone, and crowned by yellow gorse, it makes a good vantage point from where magnificent views along the coast take in Portland Bill, where a lighthouse has guarded the promontory since the 18th century. The villages and beaches of Chideock and Charmouth (novelist Jane Austen’s favourite resort) are both within 2½ miles. For a great day out, Bournemouth is within easy driving distance. The pier and beautiful sandy beach are well-renowned, but the other great attraction is the unusually high proportion of green space, with millions of pine trees and thousands of acres of public gardens. The best known is Compton Gardens – seven gardens, each with a different theme, from Japanese to Italian. Village store ¼ mile. Shop/P.O. ½ mile.

Large beamed living room with open fire. Large dining room with decorative fireplace. Well-equipped modern galley-style kitchen with breakfast bar. Twin bedroom. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with beamed sloping ceiling; one with low ceiling and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet (low ceiling), one with 5ft wrought-iron and brass bed and wash basin. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.