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.
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New holiday homes to rent in Devon & Cornwall
Stargazey Barn, Buckland Brewer
Stargazey Barn, Buckland Brewer is a beautifully converted one-bedroom barn with a private hot tub, glowing fire pit, and dog-friendly paddock. It's an idyllic North Devon countryside retreat for couples seeking space, peace, and fresh country air.
A countryside barn retreat with hot tub, fire pit, and starlit Devon skies
Driftwood Cottage, Bere Alston
Driftwood Cottage, Bere Alston is a charming one-level stone barn conversion with breathtaking Tamar estuary views. Unwind on the wrap-around deck, discover Devon's rich heritage, and embrace the perfect rural retreat for families and couples alike.
Rural tranquillity meets riverside beauty in the heart of Devon’s Tamar Valley
Forget-me-not Bungalow, Seaton
Forget-me-not Bungalow, Seaton, is a charming coastal retreat brimming with quirky character. Enjoy a beautiful garden with summerhouse, peaceful valley views, and easy access to the spectacular Jurassic Coast. Ideal for a romantic couples' escape.
Quirky coastal charm meets tranquil valley views in this enchanting East Devon retreat
The Piggery at Glen View, Burncoose
Nestled in the Cornish countryside, The Piggery at Glen View, Burncoose is a beautifully converted barn retreat for two, complete with a private hot tub, crackling wood burner, and effortless access to Cornwall's beautiful coast and countryside.
Unwind in your private hot tub beneath Cornish skies at this cosy countryside bolthole
House Martin at The Retreat, Higher Clovelly
House Martin at The Retreat, Higher Clovelly is a charming first-floor apartment with far-reaching sea views, a private hot tub, and easy access to Clovelly village and the spectacular North Devon coastline. Ideal for couples and families.
Soak in sea views and starlit skies from your private hot tub at a lovely apartment in Higher Clovelly
Combes Barn, Greencliff Farm, Abbotsham
Combes Barn, Greencliff Farm, Abbotsham is a delightful single-storey studio barn conversion with spectacular sea views, a cosy open-plan interior, a private enclosed garden, and direct access to North Devon's stunning coastal walks and beaches.
Enjoy coastal bliss in an eco-conscious barn conversion with breathtaking Atlantic views
Nautilus Sea View, Westward Ho!
Nautilus Sea View, Westward Ho! is a stylish one-bedroom seafront apartment in a truly unrivalled coastal setting. Enjoy open-plan living, floor-to-ceiling sea views, a private patio, and five kilometres of golden sands right on the doorstep.
Soak up spectacular sea views from this stylish seafront retreat in Westward Ho!
Aberlyn, Lynmouth
Aberlyn, Lynmouth is a stylish 2-bedroom top-floor apartment with panoramic river and valley views, a cosy wood burner, and the charming harbour, beaches, and North Devon coast right on your doorstep. A perfect retreat for couples and small families.
Soak up breathtaking valley views from a cosy clifftop apartment in Lynmouth
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.