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
The Wren, Higher Clovelly
The Wren, Higher Clovelly, is a romantic one-bedroom barn conversion nestled in the North Devon countryside. Enjoy a charming private courtyard, eight acres of grounds, and coastal villages just a short drive away. Perfect for couples seeking peace.
Discover romantic seclusion in a lovingly restored Devon barn, just minutes from Clovelly
Holly Cottage, Seaton
Holly Cottage, Seaton, is a charming two-bedroom retreat perched above the Devon coast, boasting commanding countryside views, a sun-drenched balcony, and effortless access to beautiful beaches and coastal attractions. Ideal for couples and families.
Revel in far-reaching sea views and rural serenity at this Devon escape
Little Puffins, Appledore
Little Puffins, Appledore, is a beautifully restored one-bedroom Heritage cottage nestled in a quiet cobbled courtyard, just a stroll from the quayside, galleries, craft shops, and North Devon's stunning coastline. Perfect for a romantic escape.
Step into history in this enchanting Heritage cottage at the heart of Appledore
Rolling Hills, Lee
Rolling Hills, Lee is a beautifully renovated one-bedroom character cottage with original oak beams, a crackling wood burner, and a sun-drenched deck with sea views, making it a romantic base for exploring North Devon's stunning coastline.
A romantic coastal hideaway with oak beams, sea views, and Devon magic
Tresallyn Cottage, St Merryn
Tresallyn Cottage, St Merryn, is a charming one-bedroom converted farm cottage offering a romantic rural retreat. Enjoy a cosy wood burner, serene countryside views, and easy access to Padstow, seven stunning sandy beaches, and the best of Cornwall.
A romantic rural hideaway with Cornish charm, just moments from the coast
Nethercott Manor, Rose Ash
Nethercott Manor, Rose Ash is a two-bedroom wing of a 17th-century thatched Devon farmhouse, set on a magnificent working estate of 160 acres, boasting an Aga kitchen, a wood burner, and sweeping countryside views for a truly special rural escape.
Step into history at a thatched Devon farmhouse surrounded by rolling countryside
The Italian Stables, Woodtown
The Italian Stables, Woodtown is an enchanting barn conversion offering a stylish and intimate retreat for two, nestled amid the North Devon countryside. Enjoy a private walled garden, fire pit, and easy access to stunning beaches and attractions.
Discover Italian-inspired charm in the heart of the North Devon countryside
Stargazing Cottage, St Just
Stargazing Cottage, St Just, is a stylish one-bedroom retreat with a private hot tub, nestled in the heart of Cornwall's breathtaking Penwith Peninsula. With coastal paths on the doorstep and stunning attractions nearby, it's bliss for couples.
Escape to the wild edge of Cornwall for starlit skies and seaside magic
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.