Holiday Cottages in South West England that are ideal for a short break

Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in South West England. The popular South West of England has everything you need for a wonderful holiday including long sandy beaches, glorious countryside, warm weather, cream teas and historic villages to explore.
We have some superb self catering cottages and apartments across Cornwall, Dorset and Devon. We have accommodation listed that will be ideal for couples, families or groups whether they are looking for a bit of luxury or simply great quality and value.
Cottage Favourites in South West England that are ideal for a short break
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Sea View, Ilfracombe
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Delightful apartment with stunning harbour and sea views and spectacular coastal walks close by
NEWLY REGISTERED PROPERTY
With wonderful views of the picturesque harbour, dramatic coas... more
Slee's Meadow View, Bideford
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A modern detached property enjoying fabulous uninterrupted and far reaching views of open countryside, just a mile from the sea. A fantastic place for walkers being ten minutes from the South West Coast Path.
If you like waking up to far reaching,... more
Broadwaters, Instow
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
In a wonderful location with unrivalled estuary views, this beautifully presented apartment is the perfect choice for a memorable holiday in Devon.
This beautifully presented light and airy apartment with unrivalled views over the estuary and out ... more
Bowood Barn, Torrington
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A delightful character cottage in a tranquil rural location Bowood Barn is a delightful detached cottage set in a quiet rural area just a ten minute drive from Instow, Great Torrington, Bideford and Barnstaple. Renovated from an old dairy to a high s... more
Point View Apartment 4, Croyde
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A spacious contemporary apartment in a superb new development, just a short stroll from the beach and village centre.
This stunning first floor luxury apartment offers spacious contemporary accommodation in a prime location, just a few minutes str... more
Cock Rock Cottage, Croyde
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A really pretty thatched cottage in a superb location enjoying panoramic views of Croye Bay and just minutes from the beach.
Uniquely located in this idyllic setting Cock Rock Cottage enjoys panoramic views of Croyde Bay and Lundy Island in the di... more
Britton Lodge, Braunton
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A former gate house, this comfortable holiday home with mature gardens is in an ideal location, just a stones throw from the village centre.
Britton Lodge, formerly a gate house, is a now a charming Edwardian dormer bungalow in the heart of Braunt... more
Hobbs House, Croyde
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A detached modern family home with quality accommodation, set in the heart of the village within an easy walk of the beach.
Ideal holiday location, within ten minutes walk of the beautiful, surf washed sandy beach. The central village setting is c... more
West Saunton Barn, Braunton
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A highly individual character barn conversion with lovely original features and just perfect for family groups.
Nestling in the tiny hamlet of West Saunton, just a few minutes from the fabulous three mile expanse of golden sandy beach backed by sp... more
The Dunes, Croyde
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Comfortable modern home with lovely outlook over the village and distant sea views.
The Dunes is a modern detached holiday home with a delightful outlook over the village towards Baggy Point and within easy strolling distance of the beach and good... more
The Bolthole, Braunton
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Modern comfortable apartment with spacious balcony and lovely communal gardens just a short walk from the beautiful sandy beach and village centre.
Within a short stroll of the beach and having lovely views over the surrounding countryside, includ... more
Corner Cottage, Appledore
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Panoramic estuary views can be enjoyed from this cosy fisherman’s cottage. Parking available roadside or in nearby car parks.
Appledore has an abundance of unspoilt charm, its many fishermen's cottages tucked away in a maze of narrow cobbled pathw... more
Hayloft Cottage, Dulverton
Self catering in Somerset, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
A spacious and charming cottage in the heart of Exmoor National Park. A lovely rural retreat in the heart of the Exmoor National Park on the outskirts of Dulverton, Hayloft is one of a group of seven privately owned cottages. Spacious and charming wi... more
The Elms, Combe Martin
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Perfect for larger family groups this lovely Victorian Cottage is tucked away in a quiet lane just off the centre of the village.
Tucked away in a quiet lane just off the centre of Combe Martin village, The Elms is a four bedroomed Victorian cotta... more
Ash Cottage, Combe Martin
Self catering in Devon, South West England
Selected feature: Short break
Nestling in beautiful countryside on the edge of Combe Martin, this pretty semi detached barn conversion is ideal for couples or small families at any time of year. Ash Cottage, a pretty barn conversion attached to the owners own home is ideal for co... more
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