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
Beach View, Appledore
Beach View, Appledore is a characterful fisherman's cottage in a pretty pedestrianised street, boasting river and estuary views from a lovely decked garden, cosy cottage interiors, and easy access to North Devon's golden beaches and attractions.
Experience riverside charm and North Devon coastal living from a traditional cottage
Pendavey Farm House, Sladesbridge
Pendavey Farm House, Sladesbridge is an elegant Georgian farmhouse set in extensive gardens with countryside and estuary views, featuring a private heated pool, snooker room, and direct access to the Camel Trail for exploring North Cornwall.
Experience Georgian elegance and countryside tranquillity with your own heated pool
Fairbank Cottage, Looe
Fairbank Cottage, Looe is a characterful fisherman's cottage in the heart of this bustling harbour town, lovingly updated with fresh coastal interiors, nautical accents, and the highly prized benefit of private parking in busy Looe.
Experience authentic harbour town charm in a lovingly updated fisherman’s retreat
Burscombe Farm, Sidbury
Burscombe Farm, Sidbury is a welcoming two-bedroom cottage on a working dairy farm in rural Devon, offering hands-on animal experiences for children, enclosed gardens with barbecue, and wonderful access to Sidmouth's beaches and Devon attractions.
Experience authentic farm life with coastal adventures from a welcoming Devon cottage
Cumberland, Westward Ho!
Cumberland, Westward Ho! is a beautifully crafted wooden cabin in a peaceful rural setting, featuring countryside views, a private decked terrace with barbecue, and an award-winning pub restaurant on site, moments from North Devon's beaches.
Escape to countryside calm with coastal adventures moments from your cabin door
Ferndale House, Lynmouth
Ferndale House, Lynmouth is a characterful three-bedroom apartment with magnificent Bristol Channel views, original beams and vaulted ceilings, two balconies, and Exmoor National Park walks from the door in this picturesque harbour village.
Experience coastal charm with Bristol Channel views from a beamed Lynmouth retreat
Spring Cottage, Mortehoe
Spring Cottage, Mortehoe is a stunning three-storey retreat in a charming North Devon village, featuring spectacular Bristol Channel views from multiple rooms, original oak beams, and direct access to the South West Coast Path just 20 metres away.
Experience spectacular coastal views and timeless character in charming Mortehoe
Pebble Links, Westward Ho!
Pebble Links, Westward Ho! is a stunning three-bedroom coastal retreat with contemporary design, private garden access to Northam Burrows, sea views from the balcony, and golden sandy beaches within easy walking distance of this stylish seaside home.
Experience contemporary coastal living with sea views and beach walks from your door
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.