Find your perfect holiday home
We’ll help you find the very best self-catering accommodation in the south west of England. Whether you want a quiet coastal cottage, a converted barn in the countryside or a luxury apartment overlooking the beach, you can find your dream holiday home in Devon and Cornwall here.
If you’re looking for the best place for a holiday in the UK, we have three little words for you… Devon and Cornwall.
This area of Southwest England is simply beautiful. But more than that, it has stunning sandy beaches with Blue Flag waters, tiny harbours, quaint thatched cottages, national parks, hiking and cycling trails, abundant wildlife, theme parks, Michelin star restaurants and historic inns serving outstanding locally sourced food. In fact, there’s an Instagram moment almost everywhere you look.
Delve into Devon
Put a foot in the past
Devon may be England’s 4th largest county, but it is also one of the country’s most sparsely populated, leading to a wide range of local customs and traditions that are celebrated throughout the year.
Ranging from a festival of Sea Shanties to a celebration of Steampunk, via dealing with the devil, Devon’s festival calendar offers something for everyone.
Uncover a mystery (writer)
Famous as a traditional seaside town, Torquay has been welcoming visitors since the early 19th century. In 1890, it was the birthplace of the Queen of Crime herself – Agatha Christie.
Her connection with the town is celebrated with the Agatha Christie Mile but that’s just one reason to visit. It’s a foodies’ paradise, has a warm climate, an iconic Plam Tree lined seafront and bustling harbour.
Go up (or down) in the world
When the Napoleonic war closed off the channel for travel, the idle rich needed new places to explore. Two places that benefited from this were the neighbouring villages of Lynton and Lynmouth.
The two are separated by a steep cliff. Victorian engineering found a way to resolve this with Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway, the world’s tallest and steepest water-powered railway. It’s a “must do” for anyone visiting Devon.
Connect in Cornwall
Get a bit arty
With deep Celtic roots, it is no wonder that Cornwall has a strong arts scene. There’s a long connection with the written word, which is celebrated in the county’s literary festivals.
If you’re a music fan, you’ll find live music venues across the county where you can enjoy the thriving music scene. From sea shanties to classical music, Cornwall celebrates all things musical.
Savour the flavour
From Ginsters in Callington, producing three million pasties a week, to Rodda’s of Scorrier, supplying the world with clotted cream since 1890, Cornwall is home to several large food producers.
However, it is also a place where independent and artisan food producers thrive. Throughout the year, you’ll find a load of festivals that showcase the county’s gastronomic pedigree.
Get yourself back to the garden
In 2001, the Eden Project opened to visitors and since then has become a world-renowned visitor attraction, sometimes dubbed the Eighth Wonder of the world.
Made up of two huge biomes and a load of adjoining domes, it is a place that is both fun & educational and somewhere that anyone visiting Cornwall should add to their to-do list.
Find your dream holiday home in Devon or Cornwall
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New holiday homes to rent in Devon & Cornwall
Lukes Barn, Mawla
Lukes Barn, Mawla is a beautifully renovated three-bedroom cottage in peaceful countryside near Porthtowan, featuring stylish interiors, hot tub, games room, enclosed gardens, and the Coast to Coast trail just 200 metres from your door.
Countryside retreat with coastal adventure and mining heritage at your doorstep
Newhouse, Musburry
Newhouse, Musbury is a beautiful traditional Devon longhouse with panoramic countryside views and walks from the door, featuring characterful interiors, wood burner, and private gardens with barbecue, close to sandy beaches at Seaton and Lyme Regis.
Experience traditional Devon living with countryside views and coastal adventures close by
Barn at Little Greenslade, Sampford Courteney
Barn at Little Greenslade, Sampford Courtenney is a stylish two-bedroom cottage nestled in the peaceful Devon countryside, featuring a private hot tub, wood burner, games room, and easy access to dramatic Dartmoor and both Devon coasts.
Discover rural Devon charm with Dartmoor adventures and coastal escapes from your door
The Penthouse Larkrise, Mortehoe
The Penthouse Larkrise, Mortehoe is a beautifully appointed three-bedroom apartment in elevated Mortehoe village, boasting sweeping North Devon coastal views, a vaulted living space, & flexible sleeping arrangements, with Woolacombe's sands nearby.
Discover sweeping coastal views and contemporary comfort in charming Mortehoe village
Heddon’s View, Trentishoe
Heddon's View, Trentishoe is a spectacular four-bedroom property nestled in the beautiful Heddon Valley, featuring floor-to-ceiling windows showcasing dramatic Exmoor views, spacious open-plan living, and direct access to stunning coastal walks.
Experience dramatic Exmoor views from a stunning valley retreat with coastal walks close by
Bayards View, Dartmouth
Bayards View, Dartmouth is a stunning three-bedroom duplex apartment boasting unrivalled panoramic views across the River Dart, with beautifully presented interiors, a prime waterside location, and the town's galleries and restaurants moments away.
Experience unrivalled River Dart views from a stylish waterside apartment retreat
Burrows Farmhouse, Croyde
Burrows Farmhouse, Croyde is a delightful Grade II listed thatched cottage set in pretty mature gardens, featuring original features throughout, flexible four-bedroom accommodation, & an idyllic village location just a short distance from the beach.
Experience thatched cottage charm and golden sands on North Devon’s spectacular coast
Button Stable, Bratton Fleming
Button Stable, Bratton Fleming is a characterful stone barn conversion on a 60-acre working farm, featuring exposed beams, a cosy wood burner, three comfortable bedrooms, and shared gardens with access to neighbouring farmland for peaceful walks.
Experience authentic farm life in a characterful barn with countryside views
Experience the best of Devon and Cornwall
As well as offering hundreds of holiday cottages in Devon and Cornwall, we also provide local info on things to do when you get there. It all starts here…
The history and heritage of mining, farming, fishing, carpet-weaving and lace-making provide a huge spectrum of museums, attractions and things to do. To get you started on your quest, our destination guides cover everything you need to know about towns & resorts from Torquay to Newquay.