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Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Colyton sleeps 10.
Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Detached • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: Situated only 2½ miles from Branscombe beach, in a designated AONB and on the Jurassic Coast, this beautifully appointed property makes the perfect holiday home for all seasons. It is an ideal base to explore the spectacular scenery of the World Heritage coastline. The picturesque fishing port of Beer is close at hand where motorboat hire or mackerel fishing trips can be arranged, and it also offers good shops and restaurants. Sidmouth, Seaton and Lyme Regis are all within 10 miles. Nestling on the south-facing aspect of a tranquil wooded valley, the panoramic views from the lodge are magnificent, giving year round appeal. Converted from a flint barn and farm outbuildings this detached holiday home provides comfortable and spacious accommodation with classic rural character. A large sauna (eight persons) and fitness room has been installed for 2009. Outside the paved terrace provides an excellent vantage point to observe the valley’s wildlife. A relaxing plunge in the hot tub can be enjoyed at any time, especially at night for star gazing. The lodge is a starting point for a variety of country walks. Blackbury Camp, an iron-age fort, can be visited on the way down to the sea. The coastal path will take visitors through spectacular scenery, much of which is managed by the NT. Alternatively a trip on the old electric tram railway departs from nearby Colyton, along the Axe estuary marshes to Seaton to enjoy the traditional seaside atmosphere. Lyme Regis offers an interesting variety of shops, restaurants and inns around its famous harbour, The Cobb. The regional capital and cathedral city of Exeter is about a 40-minute drive. Shop 2 miles. Living room with rugs on oak floor, French doors with valley views and 16th-century plank and muttin screen leading to sitting room with gas ‘coal-effect’ fire. Dining room with gas ‘wood-effect’ fire, oak floor and flint walls. Compact, well-equipped farmhouse-style kitchen with Range cooker and flagstone floor. Double bedroom with additional bed (for +1) and en-suite wet room with toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed and large en-suite bathroom with triple shower cubicle and toilet. Further double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room with double shower and toilet. Twin bedroom with additional bed (for +1) and en-suite shower room with toilet. All bedrooms have TV.
  
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Sleeps 12
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Torquay sleeps 12.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 12
Accommodation overview: With so much to offer, this stunning property makes a superb holiday base for a large family - not just for the summer holidays, but for celebrating special occasions throughout the year. Set in a striking location off a quiet country lane with uninterrupted sea views, spacious Cliff Lodge boasts extensive accommodation and superb leisure facilities. Most of the bedrooms are en-suite and have panoramic sea views stretching far across the water - and on a fine day, Lyme Bay and Portland can be clearly seen. Boasting an indoor heated swimming pool, together with a pine sauna and shower room, there is also an outdoor 8-seater hot tub set on the decked area to the side of the swimming pool for guests to enjoy. Other features of the property include a purpose-built detached games room which contains a full-size snooker table, sofas, 50in plasma screen TV, jukebox and bar facilities. This is a great area where teenagers can amuse themselves, or where the whole family can spend time and have fun together - with the bar stocked up, and the jukebox turned on, whole evenings can be whiled away happily. A good-sized, well-stocked garden and an additional one acre of fields provide excellent outside areas for children to play in.
For a day by the sea, Maidencombe Beach is ½ mile away - a delightful little cove surrounded by red sandstone cliffs, with a sand and shingle beach. Set in an unspoilt coastal hamlet, this location offers magnificent coastal walks and panoramic views. Torquay town centre is only 4 miles away, offering plenty of shops, pubs and restaurants. The South West Coast path from Watcombe in Torquay to Maidencombe is a favourite spot for local walkers. This walk has a little bit of everything - from woods and open fields, to beaches and coastal scenery and rare wildlife. Two of the English Riviera’s top attractions can be found in nearby Babbacombe: Bygones Victorian Street and Babbacombe Model Village. Cliff Lodge lies just 22 miles from Exeter city centre. Shops 1 miles, local pub 1 mile. Michelin star restaurant just 5 minutes’ walk away. Living room with 42in plasma TV, gas fire and sliding patio doors to balcony with sea views. Sitting room with gas fire, 38in plasma TV and patio doors to balcony with sea views. Dining room with seating for 12. Large well-equipped kitchen with ceramic floor, leading to breakfast room and conservatory with cane sofas and sea views. Twin bedroom with patio doors to balcony with sea views and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower, toilet and heated towel rail. Open tread staircase to lower ground floor: Two double bedrooms; one with 5ft bed, each with ceramic floor and French doors to patio. Shower room and toilet. First floor: Master double bedroom with 6ft bed, 42in plasma TV, dressing area, fitted wardrobes, French doors to balcony with sea views, and spacious en-suite bathroom with Jacuzzi bath, rain shower, twin wash basins and toilet. Double bedroom with French doors to balcony with sea views and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment, separate shower cubicle and toilet. Twin bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet with Velux windows.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Chittlehamholt sleeps 8.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: These well appointed and spacious properties (H62 & HFFF) are beautifully set within the richly wooded grounds of a 200-acre estate. Highbullen Golf and Country Club nestles between the Mole and Taw Valleys, boasting breathtaking views towards the romantic Devon landscapes of Exmoor and Dartmoor. Sports facilities at Highbullen are excellent, and guests are welcome to experience them all at the Pavilion, which has stunning views over the surrounding countryside, and features facilities that include (at cost) an indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna, steam room, aerobics studio and ‘state of the art’ gym. The 18-hole, par 68 golf course is on the doorstep (half price green fees), along with facilities for indoor putting green, golf simulator and spike bar, indoor bowls, boules, snooker, squash and croquet, as well as indoor and outdoor tennis courts - providing activities in abundance whatever the weather! In addition, there are 5 miles of salmon and sea-trout fishing nearby, and fly-fishing (with tuition) is available in the grounds at cost. Rowcliffe Cottage additionally has shared use of an outdoor heated swimming-pool. The main house hotel at Highbullen, with its splendid Victorian Gothic architecture, offers generous hospitality and welcomes guests to the restaurant, where fine foods and extensive wine lists can be enjoyed whilst appreciating the spectacular views. The cottages are ideally placed to explore both the countryside and the spectacular coast of North Devon. The Victorian market town of South Molton lies 6 miles away, with its shops, inns, restaurants, antique and curio shops and is the `gateway’ to the soft and beautiful landscapes of Exmoor National Park, home to red deer, ponies, sheep and a variety of natural flowers and wildlife. The varied landscape is bordered by the dramatic coastline, awaiting exploration. Instow on the Taw Estuary (10 miles) has a large sandy beach backed by dunes, where the sheltered waters are ideal for water skiing, windsurfing, sailing and sea fishing. With a selection of inns and restaurants, Instow makes the perfect spot to watch the sun set over the bay on a summer’s evening. The scenic Tarka Trail takes in the delights of both the inland countryside and stunning estuary, offering miles of cycle and footpaths. The awe-inspiring coastlines of the North Devon coast are close by - Hartland Point with towering cliffs and jagged rocks reaching out into the fierce Atlantic Ocean contrast with the picturesque fishing villages such as Clovelly, offering timeless charm preserved by the lack of traffic in its narrow cobbled streets. Half price green fees at Saunton Golf Course, one of the finest links courses in the UK, 35-minute drive. Riding locally. Shop and pub serving food, ½ mile. Large beamed living room with wood-burning stove, patio doors and spacious beamed dining area. Large arch through to spacious well-equipped kitchen with breakfast area. Two double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with shower cubicle, toilet and tiled floor. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet, which can be shared via separate door with twin bedroom with Velux window.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly price range £600 to £899
Self catering accommodation in Bow Creek sleeps 2.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Games Room • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Devon’s best kept secret... Just inland from some of Devon’s loveliest and most natural beaches lies the village of Tuckenhay set along Bow Creek on the River Dart.... In a setting of stunning natural beauty, Tuckenhay Mill is the centrepiece of a cluster of country homes and cottages with superb leisure facilities including two indoor and one outdoor pools, making it ideal for a family holiday for all ages.
The Mill which once produced some of the finest paper in the land, nestles in the green and shady Bow Creek, a languid inlet of the River Dart where private yachts have replaced the old tall-masted ships and barges. Around the mill are all the buildings which once went to make up a small bustling village port. These listed buildings have been sympathetically restored and converted to a delightful range of holiday properties to suit larger family parties. Awards have been won for the conversion of buildings and the conservation of the area. With so much to do, many holidaymakers return year after year.
South Devon awaits you
Tuckenhay is only a 20-minute drive from the superb Blue Flag beach at Blackpool Sands and about 30 minutes from a surfing beach at Bantham, as well as some of the best natural beaches to be found anywhere in the UK.
There is also extensive access to the coastal footpath for walking and the wilderness that is Dartmoor for walking, climbing and riding.
This is a mecca for ramblers, bird-watchers, swimmers, surfers, horse riders, golfers and those interested in fishing, boating, sailing and windsurfing.
In addition, there are many historic NT houses to visit including Agatha Christies’s Greenway as well as a local vineyard (with award-winning wines) at Sharpham.
Tuckenhay is only 5 miles inland from Dartmouth and 3 from the market town of Totnes. Village shop 3½ miles. Riverside inn and restaurant within walking distance.
A superb choice of cottages
Each of the cottages has been individually styled to offer comfortable and spacious accommodation. Great care has been taken to retain the feel of the original buildings and extensive use has been made of traditional materials. Most have garden, terrace or patio. Individual cottage details are shown on the following pages.
Many cottages have more than one bathroom and some have an en-suite bathroom to every bedroom. Kitchens are comprehensively equipped: most have dishwashers and all have microwave cookers.
Couples and honeymooners will feel snug and comfortable in the small cottages: Mill Leat, Mill Stream and Mill Spring. Families can spread out in Papermaker’s or Turbine Cottages, while Mill Lodge, Edgecombe Barn and Tuckenhay Mill House will sleep larger parties in comfort. Of course, combinations of cottages can accommodate bigger gatherings of family or friends.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly price range £900 to £1299
Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 6.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Games Room • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: Character farm cottages in glorious countryside above an unspoilt hidden valley...with all-weather leisure facilities Robin Hill Farm is set in 14 acres of beautiful rolling countryside in the North Devon biosphere. The six properties, converted from stone farm barns and buildings, are centred around the old cobbled farmyard. The location offers a peaceful and secluded setting away from the daily hustle and bustle, yet it is only 3 miles to shops, entertainment and the beach. Inside the holiday cottages are well furnished and provide a relaxing haven after a long day sightseeing, walking, cycling or on the beach. The heated indoor swimming pool room includes a hot tub and a stunning conservatory attached. From the conservatory and decking area guests can enjoy the beautiful views over the valley towards Exmoor, whilst drying off or enjoy a coffee or glass of wine no matter what the weather. There is a very well equipped games room for all ages and for big and little kids video games can be enjoyed on a 60in plasma screen.
Outside the grounds have been landscaped to create two play areas, one with ball games, the other with playhouse and climbing frame. A communal patio means that adults can relax whilst watching their children play. Guests can enjoy the farm’s 14 acres of land and woodland walk which are host to a variety of wildlife and wild flowers with lovely views of Jennetts Reservoir. Nearby there is plenty to keep visitors busy. Many quaint villages await discovery - the photogenic ‘chocolate box’ village of Clovelly being of particular note. Appledore offers all the olde worlde charm of a fishing village, famous for its arts, crafts and maritime heritage. Beach lovers will delight in the wide sandy beaches, the nearest being the Blue Flag Westward Ho!. Walkers can enjoy the spectacular scenery of the coastal path, while the Tarka Trail traces the steps of Henry Williamson’s Tarka the Otter and provides miles of traffic-free cycling (and walking) - bikes can be stored securely or hired locally. Award-winning farm parks, The Milky Way and The Big Sheep, will fascinate the younger ones. Gardens within 30 minutes’ drive include RHS Rosemoor, Docton Mill and Tapeley Park. Several local pubs nearby, with the nearest in Littleham village serving real ale and home cooked food. Shops 3 miles, pub 1½ miles.
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Sleeps 10
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Newquay sleeps 10.
Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: Windsong, in the village of Mawgan Porth overlooking the bay, offers fantastic year-round accommodation which is perfect for larger groups. Having been completely refurbished this detached house offers very comfortable, stylish holiday accommodation with its own balcony, hot tub and decking areas to sit on and enjoy the view. Mawgan Porth itself is situated between Newquay and Padstow, and offers unique, dramatic scenery. Its main attraction is the white sandy beach bordered by cliffs on each side and backed by the village with its beach shop, delicatessen, family friendly pub and restaurant. The beach is a centre for surfing, crabbing and rock pooling, as well as kite flying. Padstow and Newquay offer further visitor attractions such as a zoo, marine aquarium and the restaurants of the famous chefs, Rick Stein and Jamie Oliver. More adventurous holidaymakers can try their hand at off road cycling, kite surfing, sea fishing, kayaking and go karting. Many quaint Cornish towns and villages can be easily reached. Fowey, Truro, Mevagissey, Falmouth, Port Isaac and St Ives are all worth visiting in the surrounding area, whilst cycling, horse riding, swimming, golf and sailing are all also available. Popular local places of interest include the Roseland Peninsula, the Lost Gardens of Heligan, the Eden Project, historic Bodmin Moor and National Trust houses and gardens. Newquay airport is a 10-minute drive. Windsong is in an ideal location to make the most of all that this area of Cornwall has to offer. Shops and pub ¼ mile. Spacious open-plan living/dining room with electric fire, patio doors to decked area and garden, bamboo floor and large well-equipped kitchen area. Double bedroom with TV and patio door to decked area. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Shower room and toilet. Lower ground floor: Games room with double sofa bed (for alternative sleeping only) and TV. Shower room and toilet. Upper ground floor: Double bedroom with TV and patio doors to balcony. First floor: Two double bedrooms, each with TV; one with 5ft bed. Shower room and toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Fowey sleeps 4.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: These two holiday properties are set in the award-winning gardens of this Regency country house on the edge of Fowey on Cornwall’s south coast. Both Carnethic Penthouse (TAH) and Poolside (TAJ)are Visit Britain Gold Award winners. The gardens here are set to lawn with shrubs, water features, trees and plants. The pool house with its retractable glass roof, 15m heated pool, sauna, hot tub and changing room are also set within this beautiful garden. The roof can be retracted to enjoy the sun or closed to maintain a perfect environment to enjoy the warm water of the pool. Sea fishing, diving, sailing, kayaking, dolphin spotting and river trips can all be arranged in the town. Shops 500 yards, pub ¾ mile.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly price range £1300 to £
Self catering accommodation in Bow Creek sleeps 8.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Devon’s best kept secret... Just inland from some of Devon’s loveliest and most natural beaches lies the village of Tuckenhay set along Bow Creek on the River Dart.... In a setting of stunning natural beauty, Tuckenhay Mill is the centrepiece of a cluster of country homes and cottages with superb leisure facilities including two indoor and one outdoor pools, making it ideal for a family holiday for all ages.
The Mill which once produced some of the finest paper in the land, nestles in the green and shady Bow Creek, a languid inlet of the River Dart where private yachts have replaced the old tall-masted ships and barges. Around the mill are all the buildings which once went to make up a small bustling village port. These listed buildings have been sympathetically restored and converted to a delightful range of holiday properties to suit larger family parties. Awards have been won for the conversion of buildings and the conservation of the area. With so much to do, many holidaymakers return year after year.
South Devon awaits you
Tuckenhay is only a 20-minute drive from the superb Blue Flag beach at Blackpool Sands and about 30 minutes from a surfing beach at Bantham, as well as some of the best natural beaches to be found anywhere in the UK.
There is also extensive access to the coastal footpath for walking and the wilderness that is Dartmoor for walking, climbing and riding.
This is a mecca for ramblers, bird-watchers, swimmers, surfers, horse riders, golfers and those interested in fishing, boating, sailing and windsurfing.
In addition, there are many historic NT houses to visit including Agatha Christies’s Greenway as well as a local vineyard (with award-winning wines) at Sharpham.
Tuckenhay is only 5 miles inland from Dartmouth and 3 from the market town of Totnes. Village shop 3½ miles. Riverside inn and restaurant within walking distance.
A superb choice of cottages
Each of the cottages has been individually styled to offer comfortable and spacious accommodation. Great care has been taken to retain the feel of the original buildings and extensive use has been made of traditional materials. Most have garden, terrace or patio. Individual cottage details are shown on the following pages.
Many cottages have more than one bathroom and some have an en-suite bathroom to every bedroom. Kitchens are comprehensively equipped: most have dishwashers and all have microwave cookers.
Couples and honeymooners will feel snug and comfortable in the small cottages: Mill Leat, Mill Stream and Mill Spring. Families can spread out in Papermaker’s or Turbine Cottages, while Mill Lodge, Edgecombe Barn and Tuckenhay Mill House will sleep larger parties in comfort. Of course, combinations of cottages can accommodate bigger gatherings of family or friends.
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