Byre by the Sea is one of four lovely self-catering properties on the family-run Ross Farm. The single-storey holiday cottage sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is the perfect get-away-from-it-all property with its fantastic waterfront location on breathtaking Ross Bay. It is an excellent year-round holiday destination with lots for everyone to do from beachcombing to golf, mountain biking and sightseeing. This part of Scotland is incredibly peaceful and remarkably unspoiled, yet very easy to reach, and staying here will almost feel like you have been let in on a beautiful secret.
The owners of The Old Cheeseloft believe that life is better by the sea and, once you have stayed at this fantastic waterfront property, you will agree with them! It is one of three beautifully renovated self-catering holiday cottages on the owner's 500-acre farm, steps away from the beach at Ross Bay with incredible views towards the Isle of Man, Solway Firth and the Cumbrian Fells. Guests can enjoy breathtaking walks along the coast or through the countryside, fish, play golf, mountain bike or rock climb. Nearby towns offer plenty of places to eat and drink, as well as shopping, galleries and museums showcasing Scotland's incredible history. With space for five people in three bedrooms, The Old Cheeseloft is perfect for families and friends.
Some properties say "beachfront" even when they are miles from the sand, but Sunnycliffe lives up to the description, being just across the road from Combesgate Beach, and only a short walk from Barricane Beach. As if that was not enough, Woolacombe Beach is around a 20-minute walk away, giving guests the best of the North Devon Heritage Coast to enjoy. Walk the South West Coast Path or cycle the Tarka Trail. There are museums, country houses and gardens to explore, and countless pubs, cafes and restaurants serving delicious food and drink. There is space for six guests to stay in three bedrooms, making Sunnycliffe a perfect self-catering base for families and friends.
Braunton Farmhouse is a fantastic holiday home surrounded by fields and close to the beaches of Devon. You can walk or cycle the two miles to Braunton's pubs, shops and cafes if you do not want to drive, and fantastic beaches like Saunton Sands, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe are nearby. This part of North Devon is protected as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and with favourite attractions such as the Tarka Trail, South West Coast Path, Exmoor Zoo, Watermouth Castle and the Combe Martin Dinosaur and Wildlife Park only a short drive away, there is no shortage of fun to be had! Surrounded by fields and with space for ten guests in five bedrooms, you can easily imagine the Famous Five having adventures somewhere just like this dog-friendly farmhouse.
Beautifully presented, East Park offers a warm welcome to families and friends and a taste of country life, close to the beautiful Cornish seaside village of Bascastle. Dog-friendly and great for those who enjoy walking, cycling, surfing, exploring or simply relaxing on one of the areas many gorgeous beaches. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Offering the perfect mix of coastal and country scenery, this welcoming farm cottage sits just slightly inland amongst Cornish Countryside close to the pretty seaside village of Boscastle and within easy reach of Tintagel on the North Coast. Lovely walks, glorious beaches and an abundance of attractions for day trips out. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
2 Penmayne Cottage comfortably accommodates four guests in two bedrooms and is a short walk from one of Cornwall's finest beaches. Set away from passing traffic at the end of a private lane the property offers privacy and tranquillity so you can relax and unwind in peace. Nearby amenities include a fish and chip shop, a village store, and a locally famous bakery and deli. Ideal for couples, and the cottage's flexible bedding arrangement also makes it suitable for families and friends. Rock, known as the St Tropez of Cornwall, offers celebrity sightings amidst stunning coastal views from the beach and the South West Coast footpath.
With a log burning stove for cosy winter breaks and a hot tub that allows you to sit back and soak up the beautiful surrounding Scottish countryside, Railway Crossing Cottage is a popular self-catering retreat at any time of the year. Perfect for families and couples (one or two), the cottage is nicely sandwiched between the pretty historic fishing villages of Crail and Anstruther, and a good base for discovering the beauty of the East Neuk area of Fife.
2 Gull Rock is a specious coastal holiday cottage in Woolacombe sleeping 4 people in 2 bedrooms. The sun deck at the front of the house has stunning views overlooking Woolacombe as the waves crash against the beach. There is parking for 1 car around the back of the property with steps leading down to the front door.
Sleeping 10 people in 4 bedrooms (plus the games room), Barton Rock is a spacious luxury cottage with a private hot tub and confined garden. Bring the dog along on your coastal escape as you relax and unwind in the open plan ground floor with a kitchen, dining and lounge area.
Set in a peaceful estate just a ten-minute walk from the beach at Readymoney Cove, and 15 minutes from the heart of Fowey with a great choice of pubs and shops, The Shippen is the perfect Cornwall country cottage. It sleeps four people in two bedrooms and is stylishly decorated to be both comfortable and relaxing. The South West Coast Path runs nearby, and there are a wealth of beautiful beaches and coves to explore. Tourist board rating: 4 Star Gold
Tucked snugly between the country and the sea, Talland Croft is a dream property for families and groups of friends who want to squeeze every drop of joy from their holiday in Cornwall. The house, which comfortably accommodates ten people in five bedrooms is on a quiet residential street. It is a short walk from two excellent pubs - The Old Albion and The Cornishman, and less than a twenty minute walk to Crantock Beach. Newquay is only five miles away and Talland Croft is close to Holywell Bay, Fistral Beach and Lusty Glaze Beach, as well as attractions such as the Eden Project, Minack Theatre, St Ives, St Michael's Mount, Newquay Zoo, Lanhydrock House and Trebah Gardens. You have the option of spending your holiday days exploring, relaxing on the beach or surfing, swimming, playing golf, cycling and walking endless miles of beautiful paths and country lanes.
Perfect for couples (one or two) and families, Corner Cottage has two en-suite bedrooms (one on the ground floor) and enjoys the benefits from being nicely tucked away from the other cottages on Corffe Estate, whilst having use of the excellent facilities including an indoor pool and tennis. Sitting on the outskirts of the Devon village of Tawstock, Barnstaple is a short car ride away and the glorious beaches of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! are within easy reach, as is Exmoor National Park. The perfect self-catering retreat for a relaxing holiday in North Devon with an abundance of attractions within easy reach and excellent amenities on the doorstep.
Perfect for families, this welcoming self-catering retreat sleeps up to six guests in three bedrooms (the twin en-suite room is accessed off the double, plus there is a separate double bedroom) and is perfectly placed on Corffe Estate in a tranquil setting in North Devon. Guests have the use of excellent on-site facilities including a fabulous indoor pool, tennis court, five acres of grounds (including play areas for children) and a hot tub - all the right ingredients for the perfect holiday! Exmoor National Park and popular beaches are within easy driving distance including Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho!
Sleeping up to ten guests, Number Six Corffe Cottages is perfect for friends or families who want to relax and unwind holidaying in North Devon. Located on the outskirts of Tawstock, the cottage is one of a collection of luxury holiday homes sitting on the Corffe Estate just a short drive from Barnstaple with excellent on-site facilities including a shared heated indoor pool, all weather tennis court and five acres of grounds. Within easy driving distance of the glorious beaches of Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho!, along with Exmoor's stunning national park, you can be as lazy or active as you wish on your holiday at Corffe.
Just outside Tawstock and a short drive from Barnstaple, Corffe is a wonderful estate with nine holiday cottages and a magnificent Georgian country house which sleeps up to 22 people. Corffe House can be rented on its own or together with some or all of the cottages to accommodate larger parties for events like weddings. With beaches like Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Croyde and Westward Ho! as well as the Exmoor National Park nearby, a holiday at Corffe is one of endless fun. The grounds have an all-weather tennis court and adventure play area, and there is also an indoor swimming pool and spa bath. Corffe House also has a cinema room with pool table for relaxed evenings watching films or challenging your friends and family to a game. Whether you're there for a long weekend to celebrate an occasion with your extended family and friends, or sneaking away for a romantic week in the beautiful North Devon countryside, Corffe has the perfect self-catering property for you.
Perfectly placed, this modern beautifully presented coastal retreat affords an idyllic position just a short walk from Croyde's golden Blue Flag beach and the village eateries and shops. This is a perfect location for water lovers with some of the country's finest surfing on the doorstep as well as kayaking, coasteering, miles of coastal walks, pony trekking and also excellent golf nearby.
A fantastic stylish barn conversion in a quiet backwater of the Devonshire village of Braunton on the North Devon coastline. Fantastic beaches within a five minute drive and a good choice of pubs and restaurants within walking distance, along with plenty of attractions within easy reach.
Dating back to 1844, this cosy holiday cottage sits in an enviable position in the medieval Somerset village of Dunster with great restaurants, independent shops, ancient castle and easy access to Minehead for traditional seaside fun and beaches.
A spacious property in Somerset with sea views and plenty of space to accommodate up to eight people in four bedrooms. The flexible layout makes this holiday home a favourite with extended or multi-generational families as it enables everyone to spend time together without sacrificing their personal space. Porlock and the popular Ship Inn pub are within walking distance, and there are wonderful footpaths and cycling trails from the door. Lynton, Lynmouth and Dunster are all nearby, as are wonderful beaches and the vast expanse of the Exmoor National Park. Tourist board rating: 4 Star
