Coastal, Countryside and Moorland Holiday Cottages in Devon
For many visitors, renting holiday cottages in Devon is the most enjoyable way to experience this charming county. Here are beach apartments overlooking wide sandy bays from Woolacombe in North Devon to Slapton Sands in the South Hams. Discover thatched cottages in quaint coves such as Beer, Lee Bay, Blackpool Sands and Ladram Bay with clear waters backed by lush green Devon countryside.
Stay in a thatched Devon holiday cottage in the heart of the countryside to explore deep flower-filled lanes or the wild moorland landscapes of Exmoor and Dartmoor. The many picturesque and historic towns and villages from Clovelly to Budleigh Salterton scattered across Devon offer a fine choice of self-catering accommodation.
Find quaint thatched cottages in sleepy villages, stylish barn conversions on working Devon farms or waterside apartments in converted fishing lofts and harbourside warehouses on the South Devon coast. Devon's mild climate makes the County a popular choice for self-catering cottage holidays all year round, as Christmas Day surfers on the North Devon beaches at Croyde and Saunton will testify. At the same time, wild daffodils and primroses appear in the hedgerows as early as February, bringing added colour to winter and early spring walks in the countryside.
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Situated a few miles from North Devon's beautiful beaches and a short drive from Exmoor, The Farmhouse at Wheel Farm near Combe Martin is the perfect place to take a holiday, surrounded by beautiful countryside. Guests have free use of an communal indoor heated swimming pool and tennis court.
A delightful, tranquil location at Lea Hill. Seven acres of grounds and gardens with wonderful views. Dog exercise field. Up to four dogs accepted. Plenty of places to visit. Nine miles from the Jurassic Coast. "Dogs have been so spoilt with their own field etc. They want to stay!” Mrs P 2018
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
Large, modern four-bedroom holiday home located in the desirable North Devon seaside village of Croyde. Sunset Beach accommodates up to eight, within easy walking distance of the beach and village centre. The house has an enclosed garden and gorgeous views of the countryside and ocean.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 2
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Large Holiday Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
Beautiful, 2-bedroom barn conversion with Wi-Fi located in Braunton sleeping 4, the perfect place for a family getaway on the North Devon coast, being just a 5-minute drive to the beach at Saunton Sands. Onsite, you will find a terrace along with almost an acre of gardens.
This Grade II listed cottage with its original beams and open fireplace brings country life charm to the coast. Set in the fishing town of Brixham, this family sized property has four bedrooms, private parking and a large garden with an outdoor hot tub.
- Sleeps 8
- Bedrooms 4
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Large Holiday Cottages
If you're looking for the perfect base from which to explore the sights and sounds of the marvellous city of Plymouth, this elegant studio apartment is just the place. With plenty of space for four guests this property also welcomes one dog and is close to the famous Barbican and Hoe.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
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- Coastal Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
- Romantic Cottages
- Small Cottages
The Retreat is a charming coastal cottage boasting reminders of yesteryear and located just a stroll from the beach in Appledore, Devon. The pet-friendly cottage offers an enviable location as well as a spacious garden, exposed beams and sash windows and a fantastic base for a memorable holiday.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Small Cottages
Thatchers Cottage, sleeping up to six, is one of seven Devon cottages at Muddlebridge House, near Barnstaple. With an indoor swimming pool and two-acre garden, it is ideally situated for surfing, cycling, golf and fishing. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Holiday Cottages With A Pool
- Independent Cottages
Shippen Cottage was built in the mid c19th as a purpose built shippen, or cowshed, where the cows would have all been milked by hand. Now a pretty holiday cottage that sleeps up to 6 guests, with enclosed private garden, which adjoins pasture and beyond with stunning views, so is very peaceful.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 2
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Farm Cottages
- Independent Cottages
- Romantic Cottages
- Small Cottages
Duck Cottage is a luxury barn conversion nestled in a quiet corner of Little Torrington. The rural cottage boasts commanding views over its generous gardens to the woodlands of North Devon and features an open fire, a heated outdoor swimming pool, library, games room and access to farm animals.
Wisteria Cottage is a thoroughly modern detached cottage in an ideal location in Exmouth. The romantic cottage boasts spacious rooms and a lovely patio plus views of the Exe estuary allowing couples to relax and unwind after fun-filled days exploring the East Devon coast and countryside.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Romantic Cottages
- Small Cottages
Nestled among woodland in the lovely hamlet of Sheldon is a gorgeous little cottage called Shephard’s Hut. The romantic cottage in an AONB enjoys expansive countryside views and serenity and boasts a relaxing veranda, a rustic design palette, modern conveniences and access to the delights of Devon.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Eco Cottages
- Farm Cottages
- Quirky Cottages
- Romantic Cottages
- Small Cottages
If a picturesque setting and luxury living are what you're looking for, you'll love this contemporary lodge. Set in the charming village of Georgeham in Braunton, this pet-friendly home is just a short drive from the area's sandy beaches and offers a stylish interior and private hot tub.
Perched on the clifftop at Start Bay, Beacon Cottage boasts unparalleled ocean views and a wonderful sitting-out area. The coastal cottage adjoins the lighthouse near Kingsbridge in Devon and offers a unique holiday escape with contemporary elegance, modern comforts and access to sandy beaches.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
A luxury lodge in the peaceful Devon countryside. With a huge wooden deck and sunken hot tub this home has two en-suite bedrooms as well as a log burner in the spacious living room. Within just a short drive of Exeter, you can enjoy the vibrancy of the city as well as the quiet of a lakeside setting
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Cottages With Hot Tubs
- Countryside Cottages
- Small Cottages
- Waterside Cottages
A stunning new North Devon beach apartment for 2015 in Westward Ho! Directly overlooking the beach in this family friendly resort, this beautiful seaside holiday apartment has a contemporary interior, high quality spec with balcony and wonderful sea views.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
- Coastal Cottages
- Independent Cottages
Braunton Farmhouse is a 5 bedroom farmhouse, recently refurbished to a very high standard. The North Devon house is perfectly situated on the hill above Braunton and within a few miles of Georgeham, Croyde and amazing, award-winning, beaches at Putsborough and Woolacombe Bay. Pets welcome.
This detached period property rests in Torquay, Devon and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 4
- Agency Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Large Holiday Cottages
This detached cottage rests in Braunton, Devon and can sleep twelve people in six bedrooms.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 6
- Agency Cottages
- Large Holiday Cottages
Situated in a quiet back street in the centre of the popular North Devon village of Braunton and just 2 miles from the beach is Kittiwake House. This large, luxury cottage with secure, private garden sleeps 12 people in 6 bedrooms, 2 en-suite plus two family bathrooms. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
- Bathrooms 4
- Accessible Cottages
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Large Holiday Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
We are now letting the cottage again with increased cleaning and sanitising because of Covid 19, including the use of an electro-static ‘Fogging machine’ for extra protection. Please contact us for further details and availability, visit our Instagram page #melindascottagbucksmills or webpage.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Romantic Cottages
- Small Cottages
Smithy Cottage accommodates up to four guests in two bedrooms and is situated outside Ilfracombe in the glorious North Devon countryside just a handful of miles from the beach at Woolacombe. This North Devon holiday cottage on-site fishing and a children's play area is located at Lower Aylescott.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 1
- Agency Cottages
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Independent Cottages
- Small Cottages
Mill House, sleeping six, is one of seven spacious holiday cottages at Boswell Farm, set in the secluded Sweetcombe valley near Sidmouth and the beaches on the East Devon coast. Pets welcome.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Countryside Cottages
- Farm Cottages
- Independent Cottages
Courthaye is an East Devon luxury holiday cottage with Wi-Fi in Sidmouth within an easy walk of the beach and set alongside 4 other luxurious cottages which once formed a Regency house for the Duke and Duchess of St.Albans. Grade II listed. Sleeps 4.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
- Bathrooms 2
- Child-Friendly Cottages
- Coastal Cottages
- Independent Cottages
- Luxury Holiday Cottages
- Small Cottages
Popular Towns
in Devon
- Appledore
- Axminster
- Axmouth
- Barnstaple
- Beaford
- Beesands
- Bicknoller
- Bideford
- Bigbury-on-Sea
- Branscombe
- Bratton Fleming
- Braunton
- Brayford
- Brixham
- Broadwoodkelly
- Bucks Mills
- Cadhay
- Challacombe
- Chillington
- Chulmleigh
- Clawton
- Combe Martin
- Crediton
- Croyde
- Dartmouth
- Exeter
- Exmouth
- Georgeham
- Great Torrington
- Hallsands
- Honiton
- Ilfracombe
- Instow
- Kentisbeare
- Kentisbury
- Kingsbridge
- Lee Bay
- Lynmouth
- Lynton
- Malmsmead
- Newton Ferrers
- North Molton
- Okehampton
- Ottery St Mary
- Parracombe
- Plymouth
- Salcombe
- Sidmouth
- Slapton
- South Molton
- Tavistock
- Torquay
- Totnes
- Westward Ho!
- Woolacombe
- Yelverton
Torbay Seaside Cottages
To the south of the county are the bustling Victorian seaside resorts of Torquay, Paignton, Exmouth and Teignmouth, these days offering much more than a traditional bucket and spade holiday (although buckets and spades are still essential holiday must-haves). It's a haven for superb family theme parks such as Diggerland, an adventure theme park with a real emphasis on DIGGERS! An invigorating construction experience for adults & children. Highly recommended!
Sleepy East Devon Cottages
To the south-east corner of Devon are the charming and more genteel Edwardian resorts and villages of Sidmouth, Beer, Branscombe and Budleigh Salterton. Here, a perfect day can be had chuntering around Lyme Bay in a self-hire boat catching mackerel to BBQ back at your holiday cottage in the evening. For delightful views of the River Ax estuary - and the chance of a Devonshire Cream Tea in Colyton, enjoy a sedate ride on restored trams at The Seaton Tramway that runs from Seaton along the estuary to Colyton.
Idyllic North Devon Holiday Cottages
North Devon is much wilder and quieter than the south but just as welcoming to visitors. Here are the big sandy surfing beaches of Croyde, Woolacombe, Westward Ho! and Saunton Sands (perfect for beach cricket and sandcastle building when the tide is out). Tiny coast-hugging villages such as Lee Bay or Clovelly delight the visitor at any time of the year. The principal coastal towns of Barnstaple and Bideford provide all the services and supplies you need to enjoy a self-catering holiday in a rural or seaside holiday cottage. North Devon also has the occasional geographical claim to fame, such as the biggest village in England (Braunton) and the longest High Street in England (Combe Martin). For visiting walkers and cyclists, the superb Tarka Trail offers more than 40-miles of level cycling on old North Devon railway lines that follow the river valleys and estuaries of the Taw and Torridge. There are plenty of bike hire shops along its route if you don't have space to bring your own bikes.
Coastal, Countryside and Moorland Holiday Cottages in Devon
For many visitors, renting holiday cottages in Devon is the most enjoyable way to experience this charming County. Here are beach apartments overlooking wide sandy bays from Woolacombe in North Devon to Slapton Sands in the South Hams. Discover thatched cottages in quaint coves such as Beer, Lee Bay, Blackpool Sands and Ladram Bay with clear waters backed by lush green Devon countryside.
Stay in a thatched Devon holiday cottage in the heart of the countryside to explore deep flower-filled lanes or the wild moorland landscapes of Exmoor and Dartmoor. The many picturesque and historic towns and villages from Clovelly to Budleigh Salterton scattered across Devon offer a fine choice of self-catering accommodation.
Find quaint thatched cottages in sleepy villages, stylish barn conversions on working Devon farms or waterside apartments in converted fishing lofts and harbourside warehouses on the South Devon coast. Devon's mild climate makes the County a popular choice for self-catering cottage holidays all year round, as Christmas Day surfers on the North Devon beaches at Croyde and Saunton will testify. At the same time, wild daffodils and primroses appear in the hedgerows as early as February, bringing added colour to winter and early spring walks in the countryside.
Find Cottages in Dartmoor and the Heart of Devon
Inland Devon is equally inviting to visitors. Quiet thatched villages such as Broadhembury, Coleford, Sampford Courtenay or Chittlehampton can be found at the end of slow drives down deep Devon lanes (all replete with excellent pubs and idyllic holiday cottages). Exeter's city centre is well worth at least one day's visit to see the magnificent Cathedral (picnic on Cathedral Green) followed by a trip down to Exeter Quay on the River Exe, full of craft shops bars and bistros. Hire a bike and follow the ship canal towpath through Starcross to the coast. If you make it past the enticing pubs such as the Twin Locks, you'll end up collecting sea shells and nibbling seaside candy floss on the beach at Dawlish Warren before a leisurely ride home to your holiday accommodation.
Devon's centre is the truly beautiful Dartmoor National Park - offering picturesque wild walks and drives across the moors. Visit Widecombe and Princetown - the latter now earning a reputation as an artistic centre as well as being the location of the famous prison. Above all, find and climb a tor - there are hundreds from which visitors can choose. Dartmoor is also home to England's 'newest castle'. Now wonderfully restored by the National Trust, Castle Drogo, designed y Edward Luytens just outside Drewsteignton was built in the early 20th Century and is a fascinating place to visit.
South Devon Coast and Countryside Cottages
Devon's seafaring heritage and traditions can be discovered in the south coast ports of Dartmouth. Taking a trip by Edwardian paddle steamer up-river to Dittisham past Greenaway, Agatha Christie's house is now open to the public. Discover more of Devon's scenic heritage by water at Salcombe or Plymouth where a boat trip visiting all the historic maritime naval yards along Plymouth Sound will provide an entertaining history lesson.
For steam train lovers, as well as occasional main line rail excursions to and from Exeter, there is steam a-plenty to be found within an easy drive of many holiday cottages. In the popular (and idyllic) South Hams region in Devon's southern corner, ride the South Devon Railway from Buckfastleigh to Totnes or from Paignton to Kingswear (and then by ferry to Dartmouth). In North Devon discover the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway which operates a mile or so of scenic track from Woody Bay Station - combine this with a clifftop walk along the South West Coast Path between Woody Bay and Martinhoe and you have the perfect day out!
Family-Loving Devon
With so much on offer in Devon and it's not just the large attractions that appeal to visitors. In North Devon, visit The Gnome Reserve, where over a thousand gnomes add colour and enchantment to a woodland walk. The Reserve was once nominated for a Turner Prize. If not Gnomes, they try sheep: The Big Sheep in Bideford has everything from baby lambs to feed to roller coaster rides - all year round! It is no wonder that many of Devon's self-catering holiday cottages and seaside apartment welcome back the same visitors year after year!
