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
Explore Devon and Cornwall
New holiday homes to rent in Devon & Cornwall
6 Baileys Lane, St Ives
6 Baileys Lane, St Ives is a characterful four-storey sea captain's cottage in a traffic-free cobbled lane, featuring original beams and exposed stone, just steps from Porthmeor Beach and the town's vibrant harbour, galleries, and independent shops.
Experience authentic sea captain's charm in the heart of St Ives' cobbled streets
Gwylan House, Mousehole
Gwylan House, Mousehole is a beautifully restored fisherman's cottage overlooking the picturesque harbour, featuring elegant interiors with sea views from the bedrooms, a cosy wood burner, and the South West Coast Path virtually on your doorstep.
Experience authentic harbour life in a beautifully restored Cornish fisherman's cottage
11 Burrow Road, St Ives
11 Burrow Road, St Ives is a characterful two-bedroom fisherman's cottage with exposed brick walls, wood burner, and private courtyard, perfectly positioned for exploring the town's world-renowned galleries, golden beaches, and artistic heritage.
Experience authentic fisherman's cottage charm in the heart of artistic St Ives
Lucerne, Treburrick
Lucerne, Treburrick is a spacious family house set in peaceful North Cornwall countryside, offering stunning views towards Trevose Head, a warming wood burner, generous gardens, and easy access to beautiful Porthcothan Beach just two kilometres away.
Experience peaceful North Cornwall countryside with coastal views and beaches close by
Shell Seekers, Duporth
Shell Seekers, Duporth is a stunning three-storey beach house sleeping six in three doubles, featuring a spacious balcony with bay views, contemporary coastal interiors, and enviable access to a private beach just a short stroll downhill.
Experience coastal luxury with private beach access and stunning bay views in Duporth
Hebe Cottage, St Ives
Hebe Cottage, St Ives is a characterful two-bedroom retreat in the heart of this artistic haven, boasting panoramic sea views to Godrevy Lighthouse, cosy period features, and a sunny courtyard, with beaches and galleries 800 metres away.
Embrace coastal charm and artistic heritage with panoramic views over St Ives
The Cottage, Helford
The Cottage, Helford is a beautifully refurbished stone retreat in a peaceful riverside village, featuring a sunny patio with river views, bespoke interiors, and an all-tide mooring, with the water's edge just moments from your door.
Experience riverside tranquillity and waterside adventure in enchanting Helford village
Jackdaws, Fowey
Jackdaws, Fowey is a bright two-bedroom apartment on the popular esplanade in the heart of this historic estuary town, featuring pretty river views across the rooftops, modern interiors, and immediate access to waterfront dining and coastal walks.
Experience waterfront living in the heart of Fowey's historic harbour and esplanade
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.