With its peaceful location by the 'triangle' in the heart of the picturesque village of Tawstock, quiet garden and ample room to sleep six to eight people in three bedrooms, Triangle Cottage is a much loved holiday retreat for families, friends or couples. Barnstaple is around a mile and a half away, while the Tarka Trail is only a mile, giving you plenty of attractions, easy access to fantastic beaches, lovely walks and all the right ingredients to simply relax and unwind in this beautiful corner of North Devon.
Tides Reach in Woolacombe offers a luxurious coastal retreat for up to 16 guests. This prestigious holiday cottage boasts stunning views over Combesgate Beach, with spacious accommodation spread across eight bedrooms and seven bathrooms. Designed for informal socialising, the property features indoor and outdoor living spaces and serene bedrooms for relaxation. Woolacombe is a family-friendly resort with shops, cafes, and the South West Coast Path within easy reach. Direct beach access allows for spontaneous swims and sunset strolls. Nearby attractions include surfing at Combesgate Beach, exploring the coastal footpath, and going to Lundy Island and Exmoor Zoo.
Large luxury 4 Star Gold Award North Devon cottage with huge indoor pool and hot tub. Bicclescombe Grange lies on the outskirts of the lovely seaside town of Ilfracombe within a private setting in large gardens. It's a very substantial Victorian residence, sleeping 26, with fantastic facilities including a 40' indoor heated swimming pool, hot tub, full sized snooker and table tennis. Perfect for a large family gathering, hen do, stag do or any other special occasion.
OLD POST COTTAGE - a beautiful 16th-century hideaway in Mortehoe - offers stylish self-catering accommodation on the North Devon coast minutes from some of the best beaches in Britain. Mortehoe is a pretty coastal village surrounded by National Trust land in a marine conservation area. Grunta and Rockham beaches are a short walk from the cottage. Morte Point, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, is almost on the doorstep - as is the South West Coast Path. Woolacombe, the adjacent village, is famous for its perfect sandy beach which has repeatedly been named one of the best in Europe. In a central village location - a short stroll from wonderful pubs, cafes and a village store - but tucked away on a car-free path, Old Post Cottage is perfect for couples or families.
Peaceful Self-Catering Holiday House near the sand dunes and Beaches of Saunton and Croyde on the outskirts of Braunton, North Devon. We are within the buffer zone of the Braunton Unesco Bioshpere Sand Dune Nature reserve and next to two sites of special scientific interest for their rare habitats. It feels like you are in the middle of nowhere, but only a mile, 20 minutes walk, to Braunton centre and 2 miles to Saunton Golf Club & Saunton Sands Hotel, Saunton Beach and 3.5 miles to Croyde Beach. There are some wonderful walks and cycle rides from the door. You can also cycle along the back lanes and fields to The Tarka Trail, Saunton Golf Club, Sandy Lane Car Park, and Crow point. A new house, close by the lodges. A private setting with own patio and secure lock up to store bikes and boards. Lively art decorates the walls with lots of ski mountain paintings as well as Pete’s sunset and ocean paintings. It’s slightly larger than the Lodges and set in its own private gar
Beautifully, fully renovated cottage with sitting room, kitchen dinning area, 1 bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Enclosed garden
This quiet holiday cottage is part of the owner's estate, with space for three people to sleep in two bedrooms. Little Yeo is within easy reach of Westward Ho! and just over two miles from the South West Coast Path. It is welcoming and comfortable, with a large garden and a lovely sitting room with a log burner. It's ideal for a relaxing break in any season and the layout suits couples, solo travellers or small families. Clovelly, Barnstaple, Exmoor National Park, Arlington Court and RHS Rosemoor are just a few of many choices for days out.
Stay in a traditional Devon longhouse on a family-run farm close to Exmoor at The Cyder Barn. It's a charming mix of original features, like the stone inglenook fireplace with wood burner (all logs are provided at no extra charge)and wonky oak beams, with modern comforts that will make your stay relaxed and enjoyable. The cottage has two bedrooms and two bathrooms and is child and dog-friendly. Tracks around the farm lead to woods and streams and are ideal for dogs and walkers alike. Not only is Exmoor nearby but you are within easy reach of the coast. The self-catering Devon cottage is close to Tiverton, with tranquil views.
Pa’s Cottage is a 400-year-old thatched holiday cottage in Crackington Haven sleeping eight guests, steps from the beach on Cornwall’s dramatic north coast. This self-catering accommodation combines original character beams and rafters with contemporary comforts, featuring a wood-burner, south-facing garden with summerhouse, and parking for three cars. Located in the heart of the village with The Coombe Barton Inn and two beach cafés within walking distance, this dog-friendly group holiday home welcomes up to two pets. This holiday rental in Crackington Haven provides WiFi, a travel cot and a highchair, and direct beach access, making it a brilliant base for families and friends exploring North Cornwall’s coastline.
Contemporary, family-friendly apartment just moments from Woolacombe Beach, with everything in easy reach. Unwind together in open-plan living spaces, take a dip in the outdoor pool, and enjoy coastal walks, friendly cafés and laid-back days by the sea. Your easy-breezy home from home by the beach!
Robin Hill Farm Cottages is your go-to spot for a memorable group getaway in Devon. Just 12 minutes from the beach, these six cosy holiday cottages can host up to 30 guests in style, perfect for family reunions, weddings, or retreats. With 4-star ratings and three dog-friendly cottages, everyone’s welcome! Nestled near Littleham and Bideford, it’s a peaceful base for exploring Devon’s beaches, the Tarka Trail, and local attractions like The Milky Way Adventure Park and RHS Rosemoor. Enjoy a heated indoor pool, games room, and a 20-metre slippy slide in summer. Book fast because this hidden gem fills up quickly! Tourist board rating: 4 Star
Sleeps: 17–27 guests (flexible apartment configurations)Bedrooms: Up to 12 across multiple apartments Bathrooms: Multiple, including several luxury en-suites and freestanding baths Setting: Coastal manor estate with shared celebration spaces Best for: 50th, 60th, and 70th birthday celebrations, extended family gatherings, and corporate retreats Pickwell Manor offers the best of both worlds: a grand manor setting with generous shared spaces, and a collection of elegant apartments that allow groups to stay together comfortably while enjoying their own space.
A choice of comfy welcoming holiday cottages nestling amongst rolling Devonshire countryside five miles from Barnstaple with excellent on-site facilities including an indoor and toddler pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and tennis court. Perfect for a family holiday or for up to 3 couples, and all within easy driving distance of Exmoor and the stunning North Devon beaches.
Ivy Cottage is a welcoming 'bolt-hole' set amidst the glorious rolling countryside of Devon near Barnstaple. Affording fabulous views, there are great on-site facilities to ensure your break is relaxing (pool, sauna, Jacuzzi and tennis court) and plenty of nearby attractions, with Exmoor, the beautiful sandy beaches on the west coast and the rugged rocky coves on the North coast are all within an easy drive away.
Welcoming families, couples and dogs, this comfy cottage provides an ideal self-catering base for exploring the many attractions of Devon (including Exmoor and the coast within driving distance). Excellent on-site facilities including an indoor pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and tennis court.
With 'upside down' accommodation, Rowan welcomes families and dog owners and is a comfy holiday retreat ideally placed amidst peaceful rolling Devonshire countryside. Five miles from Barnstaple and within easy driving distance of the coast and Exmoor National Park. Superb on-site facilities with indoor swimming pool, sauna, Jacuzzi, play area, games room and even a tennis court.
Take a relaxing holiday or break by the sea in one of eight pretty holiday cottages that sit in tranquil grounds in a secluded valley just 200 yards from the sea, between Ilfracombe and Combe Martin on the North Devon coast. Plenty of attractions close by including Watermouth Castle adjacent.
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