Log Cabins to RentLog cabins are self catering accommodation, but that is not a sentence of one week in the kitchen. It’s an opportunity to start the day at your own pace with breakfast as you like it, and to come and go as you please. But it’s lovely to have a restaurant close by so that you only use that kitchen when you want to. The log cabins below will ensure you never feel chained to the hob or the sink.
Cedar Lodge makes a beautiful base for groups wishing to stay-in-style while in the heart of the beautiful Shropshire hills. Nestled betwen England and Wales there is plenty for guests to see, do and explore in the area, with mid Wales, Snowdonia and the coast in easy reaching distance, while its position between Welshpool and Shrewsbury means that shops, restaurants an damenities are just a short car journey away. The home is composed of Victorian Rectory-style architecture and dates back to 1840, having been recently refurbished, today Cedar Lodge seamlessly combines it's original charm with updated interiors and contemporary furnishings. With views across the valley borders to Long Mountain, this south-facing home basks in sunlight in the spring and summer months, and offers a warm and cosy abode in the winter months. Comfortably sleeping up to nineteen guests it makes the perfect home away from home for families or a group of friends who wish to explore the truly wonderful region of Shropshire. On the ground floor is the main entertaining space which comprises of a fabulous open-plan kitchen and dining area where guests can enjoy truly wonderful garden views, a cosy living room with fireplace as well as a cinema room with comfy corner sofa and large flat screen TV. Upstairs on the first floor are three of the bedrooms, two family rooms, one with a king-size bed, additional sofa bed and private bathroom and one with two king-size beds and an en-suite shower room. The final room on this floor is another king-size room with en-suite shower room. The remaining bedrooms are spread over the loft area and the second floor, attic level. On the second floor is a double bedroom and a single room which share the use of a family bathroom, while the loft is home to a double room with en-suite shower room. Cedar Lodge offers a bend of independence and privacy along with hotel-grade amenities and convenience; the hosts remain a discreet on-site presence to offer an array of services, such as prepared meals, local area advise, passes for days out and much more, whilst guests can also self-cater and holiday independently. This magnificent home is a stylish and elegant abode that is nonetheless home-like - beautiful period architecture with enchanting gardens creates a secluded haven of style and comfort. The outside space is truly wonderful, there is circa a thousand acres of land, from the elegant and manicured layers of sleek Italian-style gardens complete with fountains and trellis covered arbours to enchanting woodlands and views across the hills. The children are bound to have fun playing games on the large lawns or enjoying competitive games of tennis on the private court. On a warm Summer's evening the whole gang can gather together and enjoy a yummy barbecue al fresco on the terrace. There is no better way to end a busy day spent exploring the surrounding countryside than in the hot tub with a glass of bubbles!
Cedar Lodge is nestled in a prime spot with breathtaking views, between the historical market town of Shrewsbury and Welshpool. This stunning home offers easy access from the borders into mid Wales as well as the spectacular welsh coast.
There is a tennis court and acres of beautiful gardens on the estate, and an array of discounts and services on offer, from reduced day passes to the local luxury spa and fitness centre as well as advisory on all the best local restaurants and amenities. Set within acres of land, Cedar Lodge is just outside the quaint little hamlet of Wollaston. Walkers and cyclists will be in paradise; Ludlow is known for is highly rated gastronomy whilst Snowdonia National Park and its breathtaking landscapes are just a drive away.
There is a range of lovely coastal villages to visit: Aberdovey and Abersoc whilst Shrewsbury is one of the last unspoilt market towns blending the old with the new. With over two hundred individually owned boutiques, gifts, furnishings, bars and restaurants set in a medieval labyrinth of alleys and squares, situated within the loop of the River Severn.
The hosts at Cedar Lodge have an array of access passes and discounts for local amenities, including the exclusive and luxurious Rowton Castle Country Club.
Owner Recommendations:
Pubs, Bars & Restaurants
The Windmill Pub, Rowton
http://www.windmillatrowton.com/
The Olde Hand & Diamond, Coedway
http://www.oldhandanddiamond.co.uk
Rowton Castle Hotel, Rowton
http://www.rowtoncastle.com/
The Golden Cross, Shrewsbury
http://goldencrosshotel.co.uk/
The Lion & Pheasant Hotel, Shrewsbury
http://www.lionandpheasant.co.uk
Drapers Hall, Shrewsbury
http://drapershallrestaurant.co.uk/
The Blind Tiger, Shrewsbury
http://www.theblindtigerbar.co.uk/
The Libertine Cocktail Bar, Shrewsbury
The Peach Tree, Shrewsbury
http://www.thepeachtree.co.uk/
Dartmoor Tea House holds a wonderful location on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park in the picturesque village of Belstone. The characterful home holds a wonderful hilltop position which allows guests to enjoy beautiful views over the surrounding green landscape, while making a fantastic base for those wishing to explore Devon’s marvellous great outdoors while also being close to the popular towns and cities of Okehampton, Chagford and Exeter.
The home has been designed with high attention to detail and boasts unique semi-oriental influences throughout due to its owners Shanghai tea trade connections, seamlessly merging its original charm with updated interiors. Dartmoor Tea House can comfortably accommodate up to fourteen guests across seven well-appointed bedrooms. On the ground floor is the main living accommodation which comprises of an elegant drawing room, formal dining room and fully equipped kitchen complete with all the tools a budding chef could possibly need! Also on this level is an internal apartment, with living room, kitchenette and two bedrooms, a queen-size double and a twin room as well as a family bathroom. This would make a fantastic space for grandparents or those looking for a little extra peace and quiet from the rest of the group. The remaining bedrooms are situated on the first floor, this includes a master suite with en-suite bathroom, two super-king rooms with en-suite bathrooms, a further super-king as well as a king-size room which share the use of an en-suite bathroom. On request, two of the bedrooms can be set up as twin rooms, making them ideal for children or friends to share.
The real wow factor can be found in the garden where there is a pool house complete with a large indoor swimming pool and its very own built-in sound system! There are three acres of formal gardens and 3 acres of paddocks complete with ponds, streams and a woodland swing just waiting for guests to explore. At the end of a busy day spent exploring Devon, there is no better place to gather, relax and watch the sunset than on the terrace enjoying a yummy barbecue al fresco
Dartmoor Tea House is situated in the North Dartmoor village of Belstone , just minutes from the town of Okehampton where helpful shops, restaurants and amenities can be found. It makes a brilliant base for those wishing to explore the beauty of Dartmoor on foot or by car, or those who wish to enjoy a variety of interesting country pursuits.
The market town of Chagford, renowned as a haven for artists and often regarded as the “jewel in the heart of Dartmoor” is a twenty-minute car journey away, here there are fantastic shops and fine dining restaurants. Just half an hour away is the city of Exeter, with its art scene and independent boutique shops, cafes and bars it makes a wonderful place for the whole family to visit. For the beach bums, the North Devon coastline with its beautiful beaches is just an hour away.
Landscove House & Barns offer the ultimate in party and celebration venues. Landscove House is a phenomenal Grade II listed manor house that sits in a fabulous country estate in Landscove in Devon’s stunning South Hams. The house itself sleeps sixteen guests in eight luxurious suites. The Barns provide exquisite boutique accommodation for a further twelve guests across six gorgeous cottages and suites with another eight guests being able to take advantage of sumptuous sofa beds. In total, Landscove House & Barns can sleep up to thirty six very lucky guests. It is such a fabulous place for a celebration, family get together or a corporate event. It is little wonder that weddings are popular when marquees can be put up in the meadow and the estate boasts an outstanding glass roofed barn that can seat up to one hundred and eighty guests. Guests staying in the house and barns are thoroughly indulged with Italian marble-clad bathrooms boasting egg-shaped freestanding baths, showers and Molton Brown toiletries, beautifully dressed exquisite beds, lavish living spaces and gorgeous grounds. The grounds offer an idyllic pool, a lake and a stream, all within several hundred acres of sensational countryside. There are plenty of options for delicious breakfasts and fine dining and the list of activities and excursions is endless.
Landscove House & Barns enjoys a privileged position just three miles from Dartmoor and only eight miles from the coast. The pretty Devon town of Buckfastleigh is very close by with its excellent cafes, restaurants, shops and the wonderful South Devon Railway where you can take a steam train along the beautiful River Dart valley to Totnes. Among the popular nearby attractions are Buckfast Abbey, Totnes Rare Breeds Farm, Agatha Christie’s Greenway House, Dartinghall Garden, Becky Falls on Dartmoor and the wonderful seaside towns of Paignton, Salcombe, Torquay, Brixham, Hope Cove, Slapton and Dartmouth. In between those, there are beautiful villages, miles of fabulous walking territory and lots of river adventures.
Surrounded by glorious countryside, Landscove House was originally built in approximately 1840. It has been beautifully and sympathetically restored and refurbished to offer luxurious rooms whilst retaining its character and stunning nods from the past. With opulent yet somewhat minimalist styling, the bedrooms offer an air of elegance and dreamy romantic appeal whilst the living spaces are richer in colour and energy. All of the spaces have been designed with space and entertainment in mind. The Barns are even older, having been built in the late 1700 ‘s. Built of Devon and Cornish stone, they are a fantastic example of the architecture of the time and like the manor house, they have been brilliantly renovated. The Barns were formally an old dairy farm with the buildings forming a perfect courtyard. Each of the barns reflects the evolution of the building over the past two hundred years, showcasing hand sawn timbers, gorgeous rafters and purlins along with many original features of the dairy. The result is phenomenal, a perfect blend of old meets new. Guests are truly pampered within chic, contemporary interiors while appreciating the raw design elements. Many of the cottages and suites enjoy their own classy kitchens and the accommodation can be configured in a variety of ways to suit the guests. In addition to the manor house and barns, the estate boasts a converted ‘Nissen Hut’ from the second world war, the Dairy Kitchen which can be used for events such as cookery classes and demonstrations or as a support for outside catering or private chefs and the Glasshouse which can seat up to one hundred and eighty guests for dinner. It is brilliant for exhibitions and corporate functions. The conservatory in the manor house can accommodate up to twenty four guests.
Landscove House offers fabulous entertaining space. The renovations have ensured that the spaces are of deluxe hotel standard, full of sumptuous furnishings, beautiful artworks and artefacts. The ground floor is home to a smart drawing room, a reading room, a dining room and a fantastic open plan kitchen, family room and conservatory. The drawing room and reading rooms are of similar size, both with atmospheric feature fireplaces, one with blue and white colour palettes and the other with deep red colour splashes to compliment the ornate wooden furniture. The dining room is delightful with its exposed stone walls and period furniture. The wraparound kitchen, conservatory and family room is a brilliant space with a warm and inviting country feel. The chef’s dream of a kitchen features beautiful ivory cabinetry, a giant professional range cooker, two fridges, two freezers, two dishwashers, four ovens and a fabulous extra long island. It is incredibly sociable linking directly with the light and airy conservatory. Here there is a farmhouse table and chairs, a modern log burning stove and lots of exposed stone and wood. This space is open to the family room with its contemporary sofa and chairs and memorabilia from days gone by. The garden views are gorgeous.
The second floor is home to five bedrooms and the top floor home to the final three. The bedrooms are all dreamy havens with painted wooden floor boards, a range of lavish, handcarved beds all adorned with crisp white quality linens, handpicked vintage accessories and scattered artefacts that will fascinate you. Some of the bedrooms boasts feature fireplaces. The first of the bedrooms enjoys a beautiful super kingsize bed and an ensuite bathroom with a two person bath and a wet room shower. The second bedroom, with its glorious estate views, offers two single beds, one being a trundle bed for an extra guest. It also has an ensuite shower room. Romantic bedroom three is very special with its extra large four poster bed and ensuite with a two person bath and wet room shower. The fourth bedroom also boasts a four poster bed and an ensuite shower room. The final bedroom on the first floor is stunning with a blissful kingsize bed. Its second floor shower room is reached via a gorgeous spiral staircase. Bedroom six is immensely popular so you may need to draw straws. It offers so much character with its beams and exposed stone and brick arches and offers an in-room freestanding bath as well as a wet room. It super kingsize bed is lavish and stunning. The master, however, is a junior suite with its own sitting area. Again, it boasts an exquisite super kingsize bed, an egg shaped freestanding bath that sits in the middle of the room under the giant roof structure and a wet room shower. It is truly heavenly and you won’t be rushing from this suite! The final bedroom is another beauty with beams, exposed stone, a kingsize sleigh bed and gorgeous linens. You will not be disappointed whatever room you have!
The super cool Barns are comprised of four barns, each with its own sleek, contemporary kitchen and all with dreamy underfloor heating. The styling is more New York studio than cutesy Devon barn. The buildings are split into numerous accommodations, all beautiful and characterful with beams and exposed stonework. The first cottage enjoys fabulously atmospheric vaulted ceilings and a brilliant flow between the spaces. It features a romantic four poster bed with a double bath in the bedroom, a fully-fitted contemporary kitchen, a cosy living and dining area with a sofa bed that can sleep two extra guests and a lovely patio. The second unit adjoins the first. It is a spectacular studio with a wall of glass that offers courtyard views and opens to a patio. It also boasts a small kitchenette, a small lounge area with a sofabed and a fabulous bedroom with a freestanding bath and ensuite shower room. On the opposite side of the courtyard is another one bedroom cottage with a superb giant four poster bed that sits beneath original beamed ceilings, a contemporary ensuite bathroom with a two person bath and a walk-in shower and a fantastic open plan kitchen and living space. This cottage can be linked to the attached room which offers twin trundle beds which sleep between two and four guests. The twin room can also be opened to the barn room on the other side which is home to a gorgeous super kingsize bed, a two person bath and a wet room. Finally, the last accommodation is a large studio cottage with style, character and brilliant facilities. It was formally used to house the bulls in winter and is now home to a beautiful living, dining, kitchen and sleeping area with a kingsize sleigh bed, a sofabed, a dining table and a sleek, modern kitchen. The bathroom is huge and suitable for guests with disabilities. The barns have been brilliantly designed to offer flexible accommodation.
The grounds of Landscove House are incredible. There are sheltered alfresco lounge spots, gorgeous landscaped borders, lush lawns, secret corners, a wonderful lily pond with its permanent residents, a family of moorhens and lots of frogs, alfresco dining and a fabulous pool which overlooks the lily pond. The pool is open all year long with an environmentally friendly heating system. Surrounding all of this are acres of lush greenery, a lake, the old oak meadow and towering trees. The meadow is the perfect spot for a marquee or a large scale picnic. The walking trails and views are amazing! The barn courtyard is completely enclosed and gated so it is ideal for children. The courtyard offers some excellent furniture so that guests can relax with glasses of their favourite tipple, enjoying the beautiful character of this special place and its original artefacts that are scattered about. With such luxury, it is hard to imagine that the dairy herd only moved out a few years ago!
* Please note that the owners sometimes rent the barns individually. To ensure you have exclusive use of the Estate, please select the maximum capacity of 36.
* Those in smaller groups of 12 - 20 can still enjoy a stay here by renting either Landscove House or Landscove Barns individually.
Landscove House & Barns are surrounded by hundreds of acres of estate grounds and countryside. It is located three miles from Dartmoor in Devon’s South Hams. The list of attractions, villages, seaside resorts and fine dining restaurants within easy reach is endless.
Very close to the house is Hill House Nursery and Gardens with its stunning variety of plants and quaint tea rooms. Buckfastleigh is close to home with the ever popular heritage rolling stock steam trains. The railway was originally built in 1872. It is a brilliant way to travel to Totnes along the River Dart.
The vibrant, historic town of Dartmouth sits on the banks of the picturesque River Dart offering a fantastic range of attractions and activities including the delightful Babbacombe Model Village, Britannia Royal Navy College Tours, Coleton Fishacre House and Garden, Pennywell Farm, the Flavel Arts Centre and Cinema, Dart estuary walks, Bayards Cove Fort, Berry Head Nature Reserve, plenty of water activities and much much more. The town is brimming with narrow streets, overhanging medieval houses and old quays. It is full of fine dining restaurants, galleries, antique shops and marinas. The town plays host to many festivals and events.
Visiting Agatha Christie’s mansion, Greenway House and Garden is another wonderful day out. Now owned by the National Trust, visitors can relax in the tranquil, beautiful gardens experiencing what Agatha Christie called ‘the loveliest place in the world’. There are walled gardens, riverside woodland, informal gardens and lots of hidden gems.
You can also visit Dittisham, taking the Greenway ferry. Dittisham is so pretty with wonderful river views and an excellent pub. From Dittisham, you can link up with many other walks including the Dart Valley Trail, the Greenway Walk and others.
Dartington Hall and Gardens is also lovely. It is set within a one thousand acre estate. The gardens are stunning, designed by Beatrix Farrand, the famous American garden designer.
Salcombe has to be one of the prettiest towns in South Devon. It is a centre for sailing, a watersports haven! Salcombe is lined with boutique shops, art galleries and gift shops. The town’s excellent restaurants serve locally caught fresh seafood and locally farmed produce. You can also taste delicious Salcombe Dairy ice-cream and award winning Salcombe gin. Salcombe’s August regatta celebrates all that is great about the town with sailing events, fireworks and much family fun. In town, Salcombe’s South Sands and North Sands are ideal family beaches or just across the estuary you will find a wonderful beach at East Portlemouth. It can be accessed by ferry from Salcombe. To the west lies Bigbury-on-Sea, Bantham and the famous Burgh Island which is accessed at high tide by a sea tractor. The South West Coast Path is absolutely amazing. You can enjoy a walk to Start Point Lighthouse from Salcombe admiring the splendid views.
Another popular beach day jaunt is to the picturesque Slapton Sands. Slapton Sands has a very moving story attached to it. In 1943 the beach was taken over by the allied forces to use as a rehearsal area for the D-Day landings. Sadly a combination of live ammunition and poor visibility resulted in 749 American servicemen losing their lives. There is a stone monument to commemorate the ill-fated operation. There are plenty of watersports at the beach and a beachside cafe. Many visitors enjoy observing the wildlife in the Nature Reserve, living in and around the freshwater lake, Slapton Ley.
Kingsbridge, a traditional English market town, sits on the Kingsbridge Estuary, surrounded by lush, green rolling countryside. Kingsbridge boasts an eclectic selection of independent shops, art galleries and antique shops as well as an excellent selection of cafes, pubs and restaurants. Artisan coffee shops mingle with luxury boutiques and your usual high street stores. You can taste local craft beers, ales, cider and even wine and gin together with delicious local produce. The town also offers a three screen cinema, a yoga studio and a leisure centre with a swimming pool. The town is very interesting with many walks. You can explore passages such as Squeezebelly Alley to discover Kingsbridge’s history and hidden treasures such as mosaics, a community garden and miniature railway. The town holds a number of local events including the Kingsbridge Food and Music Festival in June, Kingsbridge Fair Week in July, the Kingsbridge Show in September and Kingsbridge Celebrates Christmas in December. The estuary provides plenty of opportunities if you are a watersports enthusiast. You can kayak, sail or stand up paddleboard.
Please kindly note that we are no longer accepting new bookings at this home, all existing bookings will be honoured.
A majestic, towering Edwardian house on the sea-front overlooking Brixham harbour, Brixham Manor House is a stunning holiday-home with a games room, private indoor pool and gym for up to 16 incredibly lucky guests!
Tucked at the end of a private road, overlooking beautifully manicured, landscaped gardens, this exquisite country home will give you the welcome of dreams, with an awe-inspiring staircase, a grandfather clock and even a stained-glass window in the grand entrance hall! Step through to the magnificent drawing room and admire the panoramic views over Brixham Breakwater, in this charming, oak-panelled setting. Settle yourself by the roaring fire, in the original stone hearth, for a relaxing afternoon with breath-taking views.
When it’s time to dine in your magnificent formal dining area looking out over the harbour, you’ll have a blast enjoying this wonderful kitchen, with a separate preparation area should you wish to hire caterers for putting on a feast for friends and family! The lower-ground floor is the home of fun, with its full-size snooker room, table tennis, fully-equipped gym and indoor heated pool, and even a playroom for the youngsters!
There are eight bedrooms in total, all enjoying sublime sea-views, with six doubles and two twin rooms, accommodating large groups of all shapes. Each room is divine, with marvellous furniture ranging from French beds, ornate marble mantelpieces and an Edwardian style bathtub! Seven can be found on the first floor, while there’s also one double-room on the ‘fun floor’ for those who just can’t leave the action (there’s always one!)
Your private garden is a vast expanse in which to soak up the sunshine, revel in the gentle sea-breeze and admire these breath-taking sea-views! With a sleek and stylish covered brick BBQ area, you can whip up quite the alfresco delight for the whole group with ease, and dine in the sunshine, or even under the stars, on your wonderful terrace! With a large lawn for the children to frolic to their heart’s content, this is the perfect holiday-home for a large family (including all the games and entertainment inside!) There’s plenty of private parking, of course, so do bring a car to get out and about in the local area!
Brixham Marina is just a stone’s throw away, and it’s less than a mile to Berry Head National Nature Reserve where you can enjoy a scenic stroll amid fabulous nature. In Brixham itself you’ll find an impressive fish market alongside shops and tearooms, while Torquay and the picturesque town of Paignton are just a short drive away.
Enjoy the warm, welcoming and easy-going folk of the West Country, and the endless sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and national parks of Devon, a truly unmissable county!
Brixham Manor House is perfectly positioned for those wanting to explore the wonderful region of Torbay and the world-famous English Riviera. Located in the pretty seaside harbour town of Brixham, home to one of the cleanest beaches in the area, Breakwater Beach, and a variety of charming shops and eateries. The lively town of Torquay is just a twenty-five minute car journey away, here are a wider selection of excellent shops and restaurants, beautiful beaches of Babbacombe and the cliffside Oddicombe and fantastic attractions including, Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves, Babbacombe Model Village and Living Coasts Coastal Zoo. The seaside resort of Paignton is just fifteen minutes away, here visitors are bound to enjoy a trip to its famous Zoo.
For a perfect day in the fresh air and sunshine, Exmoor National Park and the 954km2 Dartmoor National Park, with their endless rugged moorland, woodland, farmlands and valleys sprinkled with granite tors are ideal for walking, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing and much more! The magnificent Jurassic Coast, comprising 95 miles of coastline with 185 million years of geological history is well worth a visit, with the South West Coast Path running along a large section of it.
And for a lively city, to the south-east is Exeter on the River Exe, with its Roman era City Walls, vaulted, medieval underground passages and stunning Gothic cathedral, built in the 12th-century. To the west of the county you’ll find the larger city of Plymouth, with a fine display of its maritime tradition in the Barbican’s Tudor and Jacobean buildings and Sutton Harbour’s heritage trail. Both cities have bustling high-streets and lively nightlife thanks to the sizeable student populations!
Notable events in the area include the Devon County Show in Exeter each May, the Dartmouth Royal Regatta in August and the British Firework Championships in Plymouth also in August.
If flying to the area, Exeter International operates flights between Paris CDG, Amsterdam and countless UK cities, and the nearby Bristol International Airport has nearly 80 destinations.
A majestic country house on the north Devon coast, Watermouth Bay House is an enchanting offering for up to 12 lucky guests, with panoramic sea-views and a heated pool!
The living spaces are wonderfully open-plan, joining a large lounge area with an enormous sofa in front of the TV with the dining table for 12, which in turn connects to a huge kitchen with all the facilities you could wish for! Along the walls of the room are countless patio doors, allowing the fresh glow of daylight to flow through the interiors and bring in the scents and sounds of the natural world beyond! The kids (and big kids!) will be delighted to find a pool table, table tennis and games room with darts and a TV onsite, providing endless hours of entertainment!
Each of the six magnificent bedrooms has something a little charming and unique, and many include terrace access, while all feature a TV so you can get comfy and settle in for a film or an episode in your own private space. We adore the first-floor bedroom with its own private lounge with magnificent views over the countryside and out to the sea! The attic room is for two incredibly lucky guests, with so much room and sublime views from the full wall of skylight windows and a private terrace! Incredible ensuite facilities for each room include a range of delightful touches, including walk-in rain showers, double-showers and free-standing bathtubs. In the family bathroom you’ll even find a deluxe Jacuzzi spa bath!
And finally, step into your exquisite garden! Perhaps the highlight is the enormous private heated pool, complete with sun-loungers and casual seating around a large pool-terrace! Get your tan on in the sunshine and take a refreshing dip in the pool if you ever get a little too hot. And with two full layers of decking and endless seating options throughout the garden, there are so many incredible options for where to enjoy your time together! Your safari lodge style balcony is the ideal place to enjoy the view in comfort.
The home is tucked between the two wonderful towns of Berrynarbor and Ilfracombe, packed with cafes, restaurants and shops with a rich dollop of Victorian history and modern art! For a day out in nature, head to the stunning Exmoor National Park or admire the colourful boats and rock pools of the Watermouth Cove.
Enjoy the warm, welcoming and easy-going folk of the West Country, and the endless sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and national parks of Devon, a truly unmissable county!
For a perfect day in the fresh air and sunshine, Exmoor National Park and the 954km2 Dartmoor National Park, with their endless rugged moorland, woodland, farmlands and valleys sprinkled with granite tors are ideal for walking, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing and much more! The magnificent Jurassic Coast, comprising 95 miles of coastline with 185 million years of geological history is well worth a visit, with the South West Coast Path running along a large section of it.
If you’re after a traditional English beach trip with the added delight of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and world-class sailing and surfing, you will not be disappointed! Devon has two separate coastlines: to the south is the English Channel and to the north, the Irish Sea and Bristol Channel.
The sublime English Riviera, a series of picturesque, south-coast harbour towns, is the nickname of the magnificent southern coastline. Torquay is one of the main highlights: a delightful seaside resort town well known for its beaches such as Babbacombe and the cliffside Oddicombe. Torquay Harbour offers shops, cafes and a marina, while the nearby Torre Abbey, a monastery founded in 1196, has art galleries and extensive gardens. The smaller seaside town of Ilfracombe can be found on the northern coastline, and is a small, hilly harbour surrounded by cliffs.
And for a lively city, to the south-east is Exeter on the River Exe, with its Roman era City Walls, vaulted, medieval underground passages and stunning Gothic cathedral, built in the 12th-century. To the west of the county you’ll find the larger city of Plymouth, with a fine display of its maritime tradition in the Barbican’s Tudor and Jacobean buildings and Sutton Harbour’s heritage trail. Both cities have bustling high-streets and lively nightlife thanks to the sizeable student populations!
Notable events in the area include the Devon County Show in Exeter each May, the Dartmouth Royal Regatta in August and the British Firework Championships in Plymouth also in August.
If flying to the area, Exeter International operates flights between Paris CDG, Amsterdam and countless UK cities, and the nearby Bristol International Airport has nearly 80 destinations.
With a large garden, fabulous first floor balcony and beautiful countryside views, Teign House is a stunning modern holiday home in Shaldon for an unforgettable family getaway!
You’re welcomed with a stunning spacious hallway, with doors and corridors in all directions to deliver you to the many varied parts of this huge home! At the heart of the home is your enormous open-plan kitchen and dining room. A table for eight sits at the centre, gloriously lit by stylish spot lighting through the whole room, with a sofa to its other side beside a huge wall of patio doors. To the far end is the vast kitchen, with fabulous built-in facilities and a wonderful island which doubles up as a breakfast bar, ideal for snacking, casual meals and keeping the chef company! For relaxed time spent together head into your lovely living room, with tons of sofa space in front of the TV for everyone to gather together.
There are four magnificent bedrooms in total, including the wonderful master-suite on the first-floor featuring a private glass-enclosed terrace! Each continues this sophisticated, contemporary design, with two double rooms and two twin rooms. All bar the ground-floor twin room enjoy magnificent ensuite facilities, including bathtubs, separate showers and even a balcony leading directly from one of them!
And finally, step out into your wonderfully fresh garden, lined with mature trees and the calming sounds of nature. Take a seat in the garden and enjoy the fresh sea-air, as the children frolic on the lawn and you soak up the famous sunshine of the Devon coast.
You’re perfectly located just outside the quaint village of Shaldon to enjoy a range of boutique shops and cafes, restaurants and country pubs, with the famous beach huts on Shaldon’s seashore just a short walk away. For a dramatic day in nature visit the Shaldon Cliffs, the local Zoo and the Teignmouth Circular walking route – and for a city-break, you’re less than half an hour from the vibrant streets (above and below ground!) of Exeter! The wonderful beach of Ness Cove is just seconds away, and there’s some seriously fine-dining in the village, including the award winning Ode Restaurant.
Enjoy the warm, welcoming and easy-going folk of the West Country, and the endless sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and national parks of Devon, a truly unmissable county!
For a perfect day in the fresh air and sunshine, Exmoor National Park and the 954km2 Dartmoor National Park, with their endless rugged moorland, woodland, farmlands and valleys sprinkled with granite tors are ideal for walking, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing and much more! The magnificent Jurassic Coast, comprising 95 miles of coastline with 185 million years of geological history is well worth a visit, with the South West Coast Path running along a large section of it.
If you’re after a traditional English beach trip with the added delight of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and world-class sailing and surfing, you will not be disappointed! Devon has two separate coastlines: to the south is the English Channel and to the north, the Irish Sea and Bristol Channel.
The sublime English Riviera, a series of picturesque, south-coast harbour towns, is the nickname of the magnificent southern coastline. Torquay is one of the main highlights: a delightful seaside resort town well known for its beaches such as Babbacombe and the cliffside Oddicombe. Torquay Harbour offers shops, cafes and a marina, while the nearby Torre Abbey, a monastery founded in 1196, has art galleries and extensive gardens. The smaller seaside town of Ilfracombe can be found on the northern coastline, and is a small, hilly harbour surrounded by cliffs.
And for a lively city, to the south-east is Exeter on the River Exe, with its Roman era City Walls, vaulted, medieval underground passages and stunning Gothic cathedral, built in the 12th-century. To the west of the county you’ll find the larger city of Plymouth, with a fine display of its maritime tradition in the Barbican’s Tudor and Jacobean buildings and Sutton Harbour’s heritage trail. Both cities have bustling high-streets and lively nightlife thanks to the sizeable student populations!
Notable events in the area include the Devon County Show in Exeter each May, the Dartmouth Royal Regatta in August and the British Firework Championships in Plymouth also in August.
If flying to the area, Exeter International operates flights between Paris CDG, Amsterdam and countless UK cities, and the nearby Bristol International Airport has nearly 80 destinations.
Oozing character and charm and just a 5 minutes’ walk from the world-famous Fistral Beach, Horizon House is a unique, recently restored Art Deco masterpiece from the 1930s!
You may recognise this wonder, having featured on George Clarke's “Old House, New Home” TV show, documenting its magnificent refurbishment! The home is brimming with colour and life, and with an open-plan style throughout, encourages conversation to flow freely, great for large sociable groups of friends and family! In the main living space there is a huge wall of glass along one side, welcoming in the warmth and sunshine of the outside world! The kitchen features a large central island which doubles up as a breakfast bar, and there’s a big dining table and several sofas, from all of which you gaze out to the stunning sea-scape beyond – great for watching the activity on the water and seeing the dramatic shift in weather through the seasons!
The first four bedrooms are all located on this ground floor, and include: two king-size rooms, one of which is the master suite, with an ensuite bathroom, a twin room (with the option to zip the beds together to form a 6' super king size bed) and one kids room with a set of bunk beds. There’s a full family bathroom on this floor with a bathtub and a separate shower. The master suite also comes with a small study area and direct garden access. On the lower-ground floor you will find the fifth bedroom in ‘The Hideaway’, a wonderful self-contained annex with an open-plan lounge and kitchen area. The bedroom features a built-in king-size bed and there’s a dazzling accompanying bathroom with a shower, while on the patio you can enjoy stunning views across the garden and beach!
Your enchanting garden comprises a huge glass balcony with panoramic views across Fistral Beach with picnic benches and two chairs, and a large set of stairs down to the main garden! Here you’ll find a wonderful enclosed and sheltered large lawn with mature hedges to one side, where you can enjoy a memorable barbecue or perhaps a game of bowls or football with the whole group! A play house for the youngsters will ensure everyone has a little entertainment on hand!
In this lovely area of Pentire you’re just a 15-minute walk to the centre of Newquay, the fabulous seaside town and surfing capital of the UK, and its many sandy beaches are at your fingertips, alongside countless independent restaurants, cafes and wine bars!
Huge skies, glistening beaches and wild flower-strewn clifftops are rightfully the lasting images of Cornwall, and its warm climate, amazing scenery, and diverse Celtic heritage, including the arts and its enormous wealth of archaeology, certainly justifies the fierce pride of its people.
Famous for its water-sports, in particular surfing and sailing, Cornwall also offers an incredible rock-climbing scene, off-road cycling (including the 18 mile ‘Camel Trail’ following the scenic estuary of the river Camel) and of course, walking. The South West Coast Path, which runs for hundreds of miles along the West Country southern coastline, is particularly scenic around Penwith and the Lizard in the far south-west, venturing through vibrant towns, remote cliffs, beaches, farms and fishing villages. Another incredible walking path is the 125-mile Cornish Celtic Way, mapped by a local 55-year-old clergyman, which will show you a wilder, even more romantic side of this luscious county.
Be sure to try a Cornish pasty and delicious sweet Saffron buns, and of course a little Cornish Clotted cream and Ice Cream! And for a local tipple, the three major breweries of St Austell, Sharps and Skinners serve excellent beer in pubs throughout the county, and because of its mild climate Cornwall has a number of vineyards producing delicious wine and is even known for its production of honey wine!
Though the magic of the county really happens in the rural Cornish landscape, there are many enchanting towns in Cornwall. Some famous ones include: Bude with its excellent beaches, first class surfing and laidback, relaxed vibe on the north coast; Newquay, the surfing capital of the UK, and; St Ives, the home of one branch of the Tate Gallery, with white sand beaches and crystal-clear turquoise waters.
If you must visit a city (for a little retail therapy, or perhaps to see a show) the only one in the county is Truro, with High Tea at Charlotte's offering an unmissable experience, in a charming Victorian building serving Cornish-grown tea! There are two covered markets, one of which sells eco/organic products, and on Saturday mornings there’s a great farmers' market on the piazza where you can find local produce.
To get in, there are ever-improving roads and trains running right through to Penzance in the far south-west of the county, as well as Cornwall Airport Newquay (NQY) about 5 miles from Newquay, or a 30-40-minute drive from Truro. The nearby airports of Exeter (EXT) and Bristol (BRS) offer a wider range of flights than Newquay and will usually be significantly cheaper. Car hire is available at all three airports.
A contemporary delight right on the beachfront, Kingsdown Beach House is a stunning modern home which oozes style and luxury!
Every room in this miraculous property demonstrates an extraordinary attention to the little details of comfort and pleasure, with a warm, welcoming ambience and incredible facilities including underfloor heating throughout! First things first: get yourself a cuppa and settle into your amazing sofas in the luxuriously modern living room, with soft and soothing colour schemes and of course, a variety of board games for a bit of family-fun!
Your incredible open-plan kitchen, complete with a luxurious breakfast bar with the cosiest bar-stools we've ever seen, is equipped with the all-important wine fridge, induction hobs and even a Quooker tap providing filtered hot, cold and boiling water! And once you’ve whipped up a feast, take it through to your fabulously formal dining room, with equally fabulous seating around a huge wooden table for 12! When it’s time to relax, look no further than your cinema room with 75" screen and full surround sound! Throughout the whole home you can enjoy a Sonos sound system with individual and group room controls, to set the right tone and, indeed, even get the party started!
There are five exceptional bedrooms, each as spacious, plush and enticing as the last. There is a large TV, usually wall mounted TV, in each as well as simple yet sumptuous décor, luxury facilities and a sense of homely comfort. On the top floor there is a full suite of luxury, with endless space and fabulous furnishings! And perhaps most importantly, most of the rooms offer sublime sea-views! There are four king-size beds and a set of zip n link twin beds to ensure comfort for all! Each bedroom is accompanied by a truly breath-taking bathroom, whether ensuite, Jack and Jill, or next door, with everything from free-standing bathtubs to soft gowns and towels to enchanting walk-in rain-showers – you’re guaranteed to feel pampered, relaxed and content!
Step out onto your incredible sea-side balcony and enjoy the fresh air, the jaw-dropping views and the calming sounds of the waves. This is the perfect spot for a morning cuppa or an evening tipple, as you enjoy the movement of the sun and the vibrant colours of the ever-changing seascape. When it’s time for a little fun, head into the converted garage, now a games room, and get a competition on the table tennis set going to ensure endless hours of fun for all ages!
The nearby village of Kingsdown has all you could need for drinking, dining and entertainment, including three pubs offering food, one of which is located right on the beach, as well as a butchers/deli and a post office. Further afield, the popular seaside town of Deal, which comprises a castle, pier, historical buildings and independent shops and restaurants, is a very pleasant walk or cycle away, following the coastal path which runs right past the front door!
Renowned for its rural beauty and stunning sunsets along the 350 miles of breath-taking coastline, Kent offers a whole world of lavender fields, orchards, vineyards and oast houses intersecting amid the rolling green hills, and of course, its immense White Cliffs of Dover!
Whatever you’re into, be it art galleries, elegant stately homes, romantic getaways, fun-filled family attractions or historic buildings, you’ll be sure to find it here! Kent is home to stunning castles, exciting culture and artistic energy.
For the active types, there’s more than 4,200 miles of exhilarating foot and cycle trails. While on the water you can try your hand at Kite Surfing, Sailing, Jet Skiing, Surfing and much more! And if it’s a day outdoors you’re after, fear not: Kent offers some of the best beaches in Europe which have been attracting tourists for the past 250 years! Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate host just a few of these magnificently sandy bays, while Whitstable, Herne Bay and Broadstairs are lined with dazzling, traditional Beach Huts that always ignite a sense of joy!
Indeed, there’s beautiful scenery around every corner – Kent didn’t get its name as The Garden of England from nowhere! There are over 180 stunning gardens to choose from for a calm, relaxing and rejuvenating stroll, including such well-known gardens as Sissinghurst! Kent also has more castles than any other county, including Leeds Castle, the’ loveliest castle in the world’! And if it’s historical buildings you’re after, don’t miss Canterbury Cathedral, Britain’s oldest Cathedral!
And yet – it’s not all history! Across the county you’ll find cutting edge galleries, thriving theatre, vibrant nightlife and illustrious festivals – and not to mention some of the country’s best shopping! The famous Bluewater centre has over 300 stores, 60 restaurants, cinemas, leisure activities and much more!
Access to the area is simple: from almost any location, head to London! London Bridge, Charing Cross, London Waterloo East, Victoria and St Pancras International all connect to Kent. If flying to the area, the best airports are London Gatwick and London Heathrow, although there are many more airports within a short drive. If you prefer to travel by train, the high-speed Eurostar services from Paris, Brussels and Lille stop at Ashford International Station and Ebbsfleet International Station, both of which are in Kent. And of course, at the famous white cliffs of Dover, you can catch one of the many channel ferries from Calais
A quaint farmhouse oozing country chic simplicity, The Kentish Barn offers breath-taking views across the infinite countryside and even a hot-tub in which to enjoy the tranquil rural landscape!
Whether you’re together to celebrate a special occasion or simply to unwind and rejuvenate, this luxurious barn conversion will provide you with the ideal social spaces as well as numerous enough relaxation stations for every need! An oak theme runs through the whole home, in a beautifully complementary style with brown leather chairs, wooden door and window frames and stunning granite worktops. The well-equipped kitchen is a total joy, with tons of surface space and all the latest mod cons. There is a breakfast table in the kitchen as well as an incredible formal dining area to the other end of the home. Alongside this is the jaw-dropping lounge, with sumptuous sofas, a large TV and a fireplace. And finally, if you fancy a lively game of table tennis or table football head to your games room, or, if you’re feeling a little less energetic, you’ll find an Xbox in the snug, just off from the master suite.
There are four incredibly spacious bedrooms, three with double-beds, a TV and a truly luxurious bathroom with facilities including huge walk-in rain-showers, and one twin room with Velux blinds and a vaulted ceiling. Each room beautifully enhances the original beam-work of the barn, with complementary colour palettes and simple décor.
And finally, step outside, onto your beautifully raised terrace, where you can indulge in a little alfresco dining, fire up the BBQ, pop your feet up and get stuck into a good book, or indeed raise a glass under the stars and enjoy one another’s company late into the evenings. With such clear skies out here in the natural landscape of Romney Marsh you can enjoy an unforgettable evening of star-gazing as you soak in your incredible hot tub on the terrace.
In this wonderful location near the Saxon Shore Way you can enjoy miles of ruins, dunes and medieval towns in a wonderfully rural environment. It is undoubtedly paradise for walkers and cyclists, with huge skies and rolling green hills punctuated by the occasional church spire or castle turret. Within walking distance, you will find the cosy Ferry Inn, a 14th century pub which offers roaring log fires and specialist Rye Bay scallops. The local village of Tenterden, just 15 minutes away, with its tree-lined High Street, has countless shops and cafes and even a steam train running services to the ruins of Bodiam Castle. When the weather’s right, take a dip in the sea at Camber Sands where you can enjoy surfing and other water-sports.
In this wonderful location near the Saxon Shore Way you can enjoy miles of ruins, dunes and medieval towns in a wonderfully rural environment. It is undoubtedly paradise for walkers and cyclists, with huge skies and rolling green hills punctuated by the occasional church spire or castle turret. Within walking distance, you will find the cosy Ferry Inn, a 14th century pub which offers roaring log fires and specialist Rye Bay scallops. The local village of Tenterden, just 15 minutes away, with its tree-lined High Street, has countless shops and cafes and even a steam train running services to the ruins of Bodiam Castle. When the weather’s right, take a dip in the sea at Camber Sands where you can enjoy surfing and other water-sports.
Renowned for its rural beauty and stunning sunsets along the 350 miles of breath-taking coastline, Kent offers a whole world of lavender fields, orchards, vineyards and oast houses intersecting amid the rolling green hills, and of course, its immense White Cliffs of Dover!
Whatever you’re into, be it art galleries, elegant stately homes, romantic getaways, fun-filled family attractions or historic buildings, you’ll be sure to find it here! Kent is home to stunning castles, exciting culture and artistic energy.
For the active types, there’s more than 4,200 miles of exhilarating foot and cycle trails. While on the water you can try your hand at Kite Surfing, Sailing, Jet Skiing, Surfing and much more! And if it’s a day outdoors you’re after, fear not: Kent offers some of the best beaches in Europe which have been attracting tourists for the past 250 years! Margate, Broadstairs and Ramsgate host just a few of these magnificently sandy bays, while Whitstable, Herne Bay and Broadstairs are lined with dazzling, traditional Beach Huts that always ignite a sense of joy!
Indeed, there’s beautiful scenery around every corner – Kent didn’t get its name as The Garden of England from nowhere! There are over 180 stunning gardens to choose from for a calm, relaxing and rejuvenating stroll, including such well-known gardens as Sissinghurst! Kent also has more castles than any other county, including Leeds Castle, the’ loveliest castle in the world’! And if it’s historical buildings you’re after, don’t miss Canterbury Cathedral, Britain’s oldest Cathedral!
And yet – it’s not all history! Across the county you’ll find cutting edge galleries, thriving theatre, vibrant nightlife and illustrious festivals – and not to mention some of the country’s best shopping! The famous Bluewater centre has over 300 stores, 60 restaurants, cinemas, leisure activities and much more!
Access to the area is simple: from almost any location, head to London! London Bridge, Charing Cross, London Waterloo East, Victoria and St Pancras International all connect to Kent. If flying to the area, the best airports are London Gatwick and London Heathrow, although there are many more airports within a short drive. If you prefer to travel by train, the high-speed Eurostar services from Paris, Brussels and Lille stop at Ashford International Station and Ebbsfleet International Station, both of which are in Kent. And of course, at the famous white cliffs of Dover, you can catch one of the many channel ferries from Calais.
A perfectly renovated delight oozing original character and charm, Cromer Country Barn is a fabulously bright and welcoming old farm-building just minutes from the beaches, cafes and restaurants of Cromer.
The floor-to-roof windows of this cavernous room create a spine-tingling sensation as you step inside and the light dazzles on every surface. High, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and feature flint walls combine magnificently with contemporary comforts, including a sleek, fitted kitchen and polished wood flooring for total comfort and contentment. Indeed, you can really enjoy whipping up a delight in the kitchen as you gaze over your enormous living space, while the group gathers for some quality time together around the fireplace or settles in for a formal meal at the dining table. For more casual time together, head over to your very own games room with a table tennis table and strike up a little competition!
The sense of history continues through the four stylish bedrooms, all of which enjoy the barn’s trademark characteristics of bright rooms, exposed beams, vaulted ceilings, and flint walls. There are three super-king-size rooms, one of which can be set up as two singles, and a twin room, all incredibly spacious and airy, as in the rest of the property! Two of the double rooms have fabulous ensuite facilities, while the other double and the twin share a Jack and Jill style bathroom with a shower.
To make the most of the fabulous sunshine and your own private garden, set up on the terrace for a fabulous alfresco meal in style! There’s a barbeque for the perfect afternoon of outdoor living, and a large lawn where the kids can frolic and play to their heart’s content! Barely half a mile outside Cromer, you’ll find yourself surrounded by vibrant countryside, breath-taking beaches and the lively town, all within walking distance!
For an adventure in the great outdoors, Norfolk is an absolute must, as the driest county in the UK! The whole county is about enjoyment of the fresh air, big skies and absolutely stunning views, and is home to Britain's largest protected wetland, nature reserves of international importance, and over 90 miles of unspoilt, award-winning coastline!
The nearby Cromer beach is delightfully sandy and home to delicious fresh crab, while the Pavilion Theatre on the Pier boasts annual summer and winter shows which draw huge crowds!
Norfolk’s famous coastline is bursting with wide open, empty beaches perfect for a proper bucket-and-spade holiday with the family! This is where the expanse of the skies truly bursts with life and fills you with joy. Dotted along the horizon are yachts and power-boats while nearer to shore you’ll find surfers, kayakers, kite-surfers and so much more! While lining the beaches are hundreds of candy-coloured beach huts, dazzling promenades with candyfloss and fish and chips and of course, the romantic dunes with endless hidden spots for barbeques and family-fun. All the good stuff!
No matter where you venture to, you’ll always be met with either a woodland adventure park, a winding forest trail or for a day indoors, perhaps even an award-winning museum! And for hiking, look no further. Stretching from Holme-next-the-Sea all the way to Cromer, the 45-mile long Norfolk Coastal Path through this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty offers some of the best birdwatching in the UK, a glimpse of the seals on Blakeney Point, and the earliest evidence of humans found outside The Great Rift Valley in Africa on the Deep History Coast! The path weaves itself through tidal creeks and salt marshes, shingle, luscious fields and enormous sandy beaches – and as Norfolk is a haven for wildlife and birds, you’ll have plenty to admire throughout!
Norwich International Airport is just 4 miles from Norwich city centre, easily accessible on public transport.
