Devon Cottages

Holiday Cottages in Devon

Welcome to Devon

Recently topping Country Life magazine’s list for ‘best quality of life’, with the powerful Atlantic to the North and the English Channel lapping its southern shores, Devon offers a dazzling array of scenery, heritage, activities and attractions.  A fabulous region to enjoy a fun self catering holiday, our great value Devon holiday cottages are found in some of the most beautiful locations and all close to great attractions and amenities.  Wild moors, beautiful beaches or rural hideaway – the choice is yours!

With its proud farming community, Devon is celebrated for its divine clotted cream teas and, carrying on that tradition, the region is now fast gaining a reputation for superb pubs and restaurants serving lots of fresh, seasonal grub with many regular farmers’ markets and foodie lovers’ festivals throughout the calendar.

Walkers and cyclists enjoy the diverse terrain from coastal paths and wilds of Dartmoor to gently rolling hills.  Surfers and sailors, golfers and heritage hunters are all spoilt for choice.  Pick out the vineyards, fine houses, cathedrals and award winning gardens.  Explore the bustling ancient towns, arts and crafts venues, family fun parks and divine beaches.  Be it Bideford or Brixham; Sidmouth,  Salcombe, Dartmouth or Paignton; the Maritime heritage of PlymouthTorquay – dig a little deeper and see just what Devon can offer you for a fantastic Devon cottage holiday. and vibrant

Things to do in Devon

The first in England, Devon’s southern coast has been designated a Natural World Heritage Site and runs for 95 miles in to Dorset.  A stunning and very special environment, you can learn about Devon’s 400 million year history and have bags of fun.  With 16 Blue Flag Awards Devon’s beaches are amongst the cleanest in the UK.  On the south coast check out the top family beach at Dawlish Warren with its sand dunes and nature reserve, plus on the northern shore Woolacombe Beach with its three miles of golden sand, a favourite with families and surfers alike.  If you love watersports, there are many surf, diving and sailing schools offering courses for beginners and experts, plus great golf, fishing, horse riding, walking and cycle routes to enjoy.

Devon’s second World Heritage Site and Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is the Tamar Valley, home to a fascinating history of early industry and important wildlife habitat.  For great days out for the family make your way to Combe Martin Wildlife Park, Pennywell Farm, Paignton Zoo and the fabulous National Marine Aquarium.  Heritage lovers head for the battlements of Devon’s castles including Totnes, Dartmouth and Berry Pomeroy – said to be the most haunted in Britain!

Among Devon’s full calendar of festivals enjoy the Dartmouth Regatta, the Tavistock Goose Fair, South West Food and Drink Festival and the much loved Devon County Show… and that’s just for starters!  With an abundance of countryside, costal fun and fascinating sites, enjoy your great value Devon cottage holiday – you’re sure to be back for more!