Rent Find self catering and cottages with a garden in South West England

Blackpitt Farm Holiday Cottages, Stow-on-the-Wold, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £225 to £ 450

Self catering accommodation in Stow-on-the-Wold sleeps 5.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Romantic Breaks • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access R

Accommodation overview: Near the old Cotswold market town of Stow on the Wold, hidden at the end of a private drive are two cosy self catering holiday cottages.

Well and Stable cottage are set in a secluded, peaceful location on a small farm and enjoy far reaching and uninterupted views.

There are large grass lawned areas with seating, pinic tables and barbeque, ideal for children and dogs (no restriction on size or number of dogs)

The cottages are fully equiped with all essential appliances including dish washer, a washing machine and tumble drier are also available to guests.

There is a TV with free view and DVD player in the lounges and double bedrooms. Both cottages have broadband connection.

Phone enquiries: 01451 831 855

Mayfly Cottage, Coln St Aldwyns, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £402

Self catering accommodation in Coln St Aldwyns sleeps 2.

Features include: • Garden • Pub near by • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 2

Accommodation overview:  Mayfly Cottage is a gorgeous and traditional cottage tucked away on the edge of the truly stunning Cotswold village of Coln St Aldwyns. Sitting in the grounds of the owners' fabulous home the holiday cottage enjoys a beautiful location with fields and mature woodland surrounding, plus a garden which overlooks the River Coln. Heavenly! 200 years old and an old barn it has been converted so as to retain the character and feel. The old owl hole, original beams and loft remain, whilst central heating and the high standard of equipment ensure complete comfort whatever the season. Country walks can begin from your doorstep and the centre of the village with its excellent pub (The New Inn) and village stores are only a five minute stroll. This is a very popular cottage with many guests returning year after year - you will understand!ACCOMMODATIONGround FloorOpen plan Living/Kitchen with bags of character! Kitchen area well equipped with gas cooker and oven, microwave, small fridge (bigger fridge with owners if required), automatic washing machine/dryerLiving Area with sofa and armchair, TV,  DVD & Wifi, table and two chairs. Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC & hand-basin. (Please note towels are not supplied at this property)UpstairsBalcony style Bedroom with double bed and vaulted ceiling, plus chest of drawers.OutsideThe property sits in the grounds of the owners' home, however, there is private space for guests use, while the owners are happy for guests to use their garden also. The River Coln runs through the garden, as you can see from the picturesGas central heating and electricity included. Please note bath towels are NOT supplied. Parking. Use of garden, with garden furniture. Regret No Pets. No short breaks out of low season unless last minute.

Curlew Cottage, Cubert, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £319 to £ 824

Self catering accommodation in Cubert sleeps 4.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Golf near by • Short Breaks • Detached Property • Cottage Sleeps 4

Accommodation overview: Set to one side of a quiet country lane between Cubert village and the sea, this 200 year old detached and double glazed cottage has been freshly renovated to a high standard and is surrounded by lovely countryside with glimpses of the sea on the horizon. 

Well placed for access to Holywell Bay, 1 mile, Porth Joke and West Pentire beaches which can be reached by road or by public footpath to Cubert Common and the cliff path which links all three for the more energetic. 

Entered through a glazed front porch with room for the storage of coats, an inner door leads directly into a bright and sunny, dual aspect sitting room with comfortable lounge seating arranged before the wood burning stove.  Beyond is a recently enlarged modern kitchen/dining room with smart fitted units, quarry tiled floor and ample dining space; there is also a door to an enclosed paved courtyard with patio furniture and a shed for storage of beachgear. 

Painted stairs lead up from the lounge to the first floor where there is a newly fitted bathroom W.C. with hand basin, bath and shower cubicle and two charming bedrooms with a 5ft king-size and twin beds respectively.  From the master bedroom views of the sea on the horizon can be enjoyed. 

The sheltered garden has a good sized level lawn and there is off road parking for two cars on the gravel drive which can be gated to enclose the garden.  A lockable garage is also available and there is a seldom used right of way to one other cottage.  The village has a grocery store/P.O., pub and two restaurants all within a 15 minute walk and there is a regular bus service to Newquay and the cathedral city of Truro. 

The sandy beach at Holywell Bay is about 1 mile and Crantock 2.5 miles, with West Pentire slightly further where there is a summer passenger ferry to Newquay which with its amenities is 5 miles by road.  The immediate vicinity provides several golf courses and riding stables, there are local walks across Cubert Common to the coastal footpath, a fun park nearby offers go karting and children’s amusements and Newquay Zoo and Sea Life Centre are about a 15 minute drive. 

Kingfishers Cottage, Somerford Keynes, Gloucestershire, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £894

Self catering accommodation in Somerford Keynes sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Swimming Pool • Pub near by • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview: Kingfishers Cottage is a brilliant holiday cottage for families - small or large, or simply for those who like peace and comfort outside school holidays. Located within the Cotswolds' 450 acre Lower Mill Estate nature reserve and just a two minute stroll from the River Thames tributary, the property offers accommodation ideal for families with youngsters but also perfect for couples looking to relax. Internally, the cottage is welcoming and well furnished with your own grassed area outside, perfect for sitting / playing with small and shallow stream and lake beyond. The Lower Mill is particularly attractive for families as there are many activities on offer including an outdoor heated swimming pool, tennis court and walking as well as countless other activities nearby. In our opinion Kingfishers Cottage is perfect for families who are happy for their children to enjoy space and things to do or for those who would like the peace and quiet outside holiday times. Superb! Customers clearly love it, a recent comment says: 'the cottage is stunning and absolutely everything we needed was there.   We loved the area so much we've put the next date in the diary for a return visit!' Beat that!!ACCOMMODATION Entrance into Hallway.Bathroom with WC and washbasinOpen plan Living / Dining / Kitchen area with views and french doors to rear area. Dining table comfortably seating 8. Corner sofa with ample space for 8 people. Woodburning stove, TV and DVD.Kitchen with modern appliances, dishwasher, washer/dryer, electric hob and oven, separate fridge and freezer plus microwave.UPSTAIRSBedroom One with double bed, drawers and wardrobe, plus Ensuite Bathroom with shower, WC and washbasin.Bedroom Two with double bed, wardrobe and drawers.Bedroom Three (fantastic fun for the young ones!) 4 built in bunk beds (2 incl in price, if all required see extra charges below).Bathroom Two with bath, shower over, WC and washbasin.OUTSIDETo the rear of the property (south facing) you have a good sized garden, with seating area.   A shallow stream runs through the garden with a bridge to a large grassed area giving lots of space for children to play. Customers have the use of the outdoor heated pool (Easter to end of October) plus tennis court and there is a small Farm Shop within 2 mins of your front door! Excellent and varied fishing within the lakes, plus Spinney Lake is available for non-powered boats. Great area for family cycling and walking.  Please note there is no Artspa access with this property.Heating and Elec incl all year. Starter pack of logs supplied. Additional persons charged at £40 each.No Pets. No Smokers. Ideally a Friday changeover please. Please note that guests are required to provide the owners with a cheque for £100 to act as a Breakages and Damages Deposit. No Hen or Stag Parties please.In addition to being within easy reach of many picturesque Cotswold villages and the splendour of Roman towns like Cirencester and Bath, the Cotswold Water Park makes a great holiday destination because of the tremendous variety of activities on offer. Today the Cotswold Water Park is  Britains largest water park, 50% larger than the Norfolk Broads, extending to over 40 square miles and includes: 133 lakes, 5 nature reserves, Country Parks with picnic and Barbecue sites, a Blue Flag bathing beach, an extensive network of footpaths, cycle ways and bridleways as well as extensive leisure and sporting activities. Many Cotswold attractions and villages are all within easy access.

Moult Sylvan, Salcombe, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £397

Self catering accommodation in Salcombe sleeps 6.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 6

Accommodation overview:

Moult Sylvan details

Sat above the beautiful beach of South Sands, we are pleased to offer this double fronted period property that offers extensive coastal, rural and sea views. Facing south west the property has views over the estuary entrance towards Prawle Point.

Beaches are a plenty with both North and South Sands a short walk from the property. On the other side of the estuary, slightly further afield, easily reached by passenger ferry, are the beaches of East Portlemouth, Mill Bay and Sunny Cove. Coastal paths in all directions leading towards some superb cliff scenery.

South Sands, our closest, is one of the most unspoilt beaches in South Devon. It’s a Blue Flag beach located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with a family friendly Sea Kayaking business and beach cafe together with “ eat in “ experience at The South Sands Hotel. Overbecks, the beautiful National Trust tropical Garden is close by too.

Further afield The Dartmouth Steam Railway and Riverboat company provide a range of services from Dartmouth, that run across the South West

For those not wishing to travel too far, Salcombe offers a selection of pubs and restaurants, many serving fresh fish, alongside local meats and locally produced beer.

Long Meadow Barn, Down St Mary, Devon, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £443

Self catering accommodation in Down St Mary sleeps 7.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Easy Walking Access • Cottage Sleeps 7

Accommodation overview:

Long Meadow Barn details

Long Meadow Barn is a charming, spacious detached converted barn set in the rural village of Down St. Mary. It is the ideal safe rural retreat set within its own garden and yet within easy access of Crediton or Exeter. The surrounding countryside is ideal for walking, cycling and golf with Waterbridge Golf Course less than a mile away. The Two Moors Way runs through Down St. Mary as do a variety of public footpaths. Fishing is also available locally.

There are numerous local country pubs in the surrounding villages, the nearest being The Devonshire Dumpling 1/2 mile away, a short stroll, which serves excellent food. Copplestone, a mile away, features a general store and post office where provisions can be bought. Crediton is seven miles away where there are Indian restaurants which provide home delivery, Chinese takeaways, a leisure centre with public swimming pool, a large Tesco and a smaller Morrisons.

The village of Zeal Monachorum, a couple of miles away, boasts a pub and a small leisure centre that offers an indoor swimming pool, as well as an extensive renowned indoor and outdoor children's play area suitable for all ages which is perfect for those rainy days, skittles, snooker, all of which will entertain the whole family, as well as good food.

Dartmoor National Park is approximately 10 miles away with breathtaking scenery where you can walk and explore the countryside and heritage sites. There are also National Trust properties to explore within easy driving distance such as Castle Drogo, Rosemoor and Knighthayes which offer beautiful gardens and an interesting house. From Morchard Road station,which is 1/2 mile away, the Tarka Line trains run offering lots of walks from a number of stations en route.

Within a short 40 minute drive, there are gorgeous sandy beaches on both the north and south coasts offering sailing, excellent surfing and other water sports. Alternatively, the historic cathedral city of Exeter, 5 miles away, boasts fantastic shopping and numerous excellent restaurants. Sightseeing tours are available or you can explore the Cathedral, underground passages or visit the Northcott Theatre or cinema.

Twixtu, Polruan, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £295 to £ 849

Self catering accommodation in Polruan sleeps 8.

Features include: • Garden • Pet friendly • Internet Access • Open Fire or Woodburning Stove • Fishing near by • Short Breaks • Cottage Sleeps 8

Accommodation overview: With panoramic views of Fowey Harbour from the first floor, this traditional Victorian mid terrace cottage stands in an elevated position above the unspoilt fishing village of Polruan with the quayside just a five minute walk down the steep hill. Ideal for family holidays, the cottage is decorated and comfortably furnished in keeping with its period and is approached by a pedestrian lane set just below the main village car park.

Fronted by a good sized garden, the cottage is entered by a gated path with a couple of steps leading up to the front door which opens into a small entrance lobby with coat pegs. To one side there is a warm and cosy beamed sitting room with lounge seating arranged before the exposed Cornish stone chimney breast and on the opposite side is a pleasant dining room with rocking chairs next to the hearth; both rooms with cushioned window seats overlooking the front lawn.

In an extension at the rear, one step leads up to a newly fitted kitchen and a further step continues up to a ground floor bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath and a back door opening out to a service courtyard.

A carpeted staircase leads directly up in one corner of the dining room to the first floor landing where there are two double rooms and a single bedroom at the front of the cottage all enjoying stunning views of the River Fowey and upstream to Bodinnick. One step at the rear continues up to a fourth bedroom with two single beds and a bathroom W.C. with hand basin and shower over the bath.There are electric convector heaters in all bedrooms.

The lawn to the front of the cottage is gated and enclosed by a low boundary hedge, and although there is no parking on site, the pay and display village car park and children's playground are just a 2 minute walk up the hill. There are two pubs, a cafe, village store and post office adjacent to the quayside approximately 500 yards downhill. From here, a regular passenger ferry operates to Fowey where there is a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants, boat trips departing from the town quay and a beach at Readymoney Cove.

There are beautiful coastal and creekside walks in the immediate vicinity including the Hall Walk and Pencarrow Head and the nearest beaches are Lantic Bay and Lansallos about a 10 minute drive. Polperro is 5.5 miles and Looe just a little further.

Please note: A weekly car park ticket currently costs £25.

Captains House, Marazion, Cornwall, South West England

Sleeps 7
Weekly prices from £530

Self catering accommodation in Marazion sleeps 7.

Features include: • Garden • Internet Access • Romantic Breaks • Close to the Beach • Close to the Sea • Fishing near by • Golf near by • Pub near by • Games Room

Accommodation overview:

Captains House details

Captain's House is a holiday home with style, situated in a truly remarkable waterfront position within the heart of Marazion and commanding sensational, totally uninterrupted panoramic views of St Michael's Mount, the causeway, Marazion seafront and beach, and spanning Mounts Bay, taking in Penzance, Newlyn and Mousehole.

Set immediately above the beautiful Mounts Bay beach and overlooking St Michael's Mount, guests have easy access to the beach without crossing any roads. This will be very attractive to parents with young children. The house is a privately situated, detached four bedroomed and three bathroomed seaside residence with an electric gated entrance drive, walled garden, car parking for two cars (including use of a single garage) and sun terrace behind the seawall commanding one of the best views in Cornwall. Of impeccable presentation throughout and styled with a contemporary look, Captain's House was listed by the 'Observer' in June 2009 as one of the '50 best holiday cottages' in the UK and was also recently mentioned in the Family Fun Guide.