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Find My Favourite Holiday Cottages in The West Country

Hello lovely explorers! Did you know that a hidden gem awaits you in England's West Country? Picture this: quaint villages from Dunster to Burton Bradstock, serene seaside resorts from Lyme Regis to St.Ives, and many more idyllic locations perfect for creating holiday memories with your loved ones. Many of these charming spots are yet to be discovered by travellers like you when beginning their search.

But here's the thing, finding that perfect spot that ticks all your boxes – be it pet-friendly, beachside, or a secluded haven for walking holidays – can feel like looking for a needle in a haystack. It's a real puzzle, isn't it? Where does one even start?

Well, worry not! My Favourite Holiday Cottages is here to make your search a (warm and gentle) breeze. The West Country, with its delightful weather, breath-taking landscapes, inviting beaches, and picturesque thatched villages, is the UK's beloved holiday destination. And we've got the key to unlock it just for you.

Our website is a treasure trove of hundreds of West Country holiday cottages. From coy romantic getaways perfect for couples in Somerset to grand historic homes for big family gatherings fit for a royal gathering in Devon you can filter through a comprehensive list of criteria to find your dream cottage. Looking for child-friendly cottages with a swimming pools or perhaps a hot tub on Exmoor? Just select your criteria and hit the search button!

Sleeps
12
Bedrooms
4

The Cider House and The Old Dairy combine to form one cottage on North End Farm in Chideock, Dorset. The pet-friendly 4-bedroom cottage sleeps 12 (including two sofa beds) and boasts a thatched roof, oak beams, wooden floors, and a log fire, as well as outdoor furnished spaces that capture the rural views.

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A large wooden Somerset holiday lodge with a hot tub on a sheltered deck overlooking a spacious lawn.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Swan Lodge is a wood-clad rural cottage on Castle Farm near Wedmore, and it provides an ideal place to relax and unwind after exploring the Somerset Levels. The cottage boasts a large garden with views of the countryside, plus an indulgent hot tub and a thoroughly modern interior.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Solitude is assured at this well-appointed romantic cottage in the village of Henstridge. The self-contained annexe is discreetly located behind the owner’s home and boasts the charm of a converted stable. Enjoy the spacious garden, stroll the streets of Henstridge and tour Somerset and Dorset.

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Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
2

9 Porth Meor Villas offers seaside self-catering accommodation in an award-winning Newquay Holiday Apartment overlooking Porth Beach and the outdoor heated swimming pool. No.9 sleeps 6 guests in 2 (double and twin) bedrooms (both en suite) 3 minutes walk from the beach. Available all year round.

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Exterior of a wooden eco lodge with a hot tub on its deck.
Sleeps
4
Bedrooms
2

Cedar Lodge is a luxurious holiday lodge located in Cheddar, Somerset. It features two bedrooms and is situated on the outskirts of the Mendip Hills in a designated National Landscape. This 5-star eco-friendly lodge is located in a peaceful rural setting and is well-suited for parents with very young children as it is baby-friendly.

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A stone-built Dorset cottage overlooks a lawn and rose beds.
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Evergreen is a historic cobb cottage from 1860 surrounded by the free-roaming section of a national park. The charming rural cottage in Bransgore sits among the Dorset countryside and coast and offers tranquillity and beautiful views, plus luxurious furnishings, contemporary design and seclusion.

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An outdoor table laid for dinner on a deck overlooks a boat-filled Falmouth esturary.
Sleeps
8
Bedrooms
3

The Watch House is a holiday cottage in Falmouth located right on the waterfront in the heart of this fabulous Cornish resort. Through its windows, guests can enjoy the most amazing 180-degree views across all of Falmouth Harbour. It sleeps up to 8 guests with reserved parking, and well-behaved dogs are welcome.

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Sleeps
2
Bedrooms
1

Barn Cottage, a truly romantic getaway, is a stone-built Cornish holiday cottage in Dobwalls near Liskeard. The cosy rural retreat features contemporary fittings paired with traditional features, a four-poster bed and beautiful rural views of the hills and valley beyond.

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A stone barn stands alone surrounded by wheat fields
Sleeps
6
Bedrooms
3

Blagdon Lower Barn promises true seclusion in its beautifully positioned remote location amid the Dorset countryside. Fields surround the pet-friendly cottage near Dorchester. It boasts extensive gardens with rural views and an interior with a high brick arch, open fire, open-plan design and luxurious décor.

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The West Country Cottages page includes coast, countryside and moorland properties in towns, villages and remote locations within the following counties: Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset. They may be tucked away down flower-filled country lanes, nestling in a remote moorland corner of Bodmin Moor, Dartmoor or Exmoor or overlooking a surfing beach on the North coasts of Devon and Cornwall. We'll help you to find the one that fits your criteria within a few clicks.