Find self catering and cottages that are great for a short break in South West England. The popular South West of England has everything you need for a wonderful holiday including long sandy beaches, glorious countryside, warm weather, cream teas and historic villages to explore.

We have some superb self catering cottages and apartments across Cornwall, Dorset and Devon. We have accommodation listed that will be ideal for couples, families or groups whether they are looking for a bit of luxury or simply great quality and value.

1 Devon Beach Court, Woolacombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A really spacious modern apartment with magnificent sea views and excellent family facilities.

Devon Beach Court is located on The Esplanade in Woolacombe, only a short stroll to the sandy beach, shops, pubs and restaurants. We have two apartments... more

Flat 8 Clifton Court, Putsborough

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A spacious well presented apartment enjoying panoramic sea views and with the special treat of a Jacuzzi spa pool.

Approached by country lanes, Clifton Court overlooks the glorious beach at Putsborough, two miles from Croyde and three miles from W... more

Rockpool, Croyde

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A wonderful apartment overlooking the sea on a prestigious development

Sea views surely do not get any better than from this superb home situated right on the edge of the ocean overlooking the beautiful sandy beach in Croyde. Part of the prestigio... more

Byways, Lynton

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

With outstanding sea and countryside views this comfortable and cosy holiday home is close to the centre of Lynton and is a most popular choice.

In a truly stunning position, Byways enjoys outstanding sea and countryside views. Peacefully located ... more

6 Little Beach, Woolacombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

Perfectly located loft style apartment directly on The Esplanade in this popular village.

In a perfect location on the Esplanade within an easy stroll of a choice of sandy coves and the broad golden sandy beach, this stylish loft apartment makes a... more

Beggars Roost, Westward Ho

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A spacious and modern detached holiday home just a short stroll from the beach. Beggars Roost offers a special lower price for couples in low season

Ideally located in this popular seaside village, in a quiet cul de sac just a short stroll from th... more

Beech Cottage, Combe Martin

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

An enchanting detached cottage surrounded by landscaped gardens in a tranquil rural location.. Beech Cottage is a very peaceful and enchanting detached property, surrounded by landscaped gardens, stunning country views and with its own private large ... more

Fairway Cottage, Woolacombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A lovely cottage in a tranquil location just a stones throw from a stunning golf course and with the bonus of an outdoor heated swimming pool and character bar and restaurant on site.

If you are looking for a peaceful retreat away from the hustle ... more

Bramleys, Croyde

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

Situated in a peaceful cul de sac a comfortable family friendly detached home with large lawn and garden within a short walk of the stunning beach and coastal path.

Bramleys is situated in a peaceful cul-de-sac just a stone's throw from the centre... more

Laneside, Croyde

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A stylishly renovated detached bungalow situated on a private road within a few minutes walk of the golden sandy beach. Wi-Fi available in 2012.

Laneside is a beautiful bungalow, tucked away in a peaceful and private road within a short level stro... more

Rock Cottage, Georgeham

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A little gem of a cottage occupying the mews wing of the owners own home, simply furnished and excellent value.

Situated within the heart of Georgeham village, this pretty cottage occupies the mews wing of the owner's own Georgian residence and of... more

Colan Barton, Newquay

Self catering in Cornwall, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

This beautiful 350 year old character Cornish farmhouse sits within 10 acres of gardens, woods and paddocks. There is a heated swimming pool available from Easter to the end of September. Flexible accommodation from just 2 to 19 guests.

Just imagi... more

Captains View, Ilfracombe

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

Originally a Sea Captains home this contemporary ground floor apartment has stunning sea views. With stunning sea views and contemporary styling, Captain's View is a perfect holiday retreat for couples. Originally built as a Sea Captain's home, this ... more

Miranda Cottage, Helston

Self catering in Cornwall, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

Beautifully finished, modern thatched Cornwall cottage, situated on the Lizard peninsula, in an area of outstanding natural beauty. Only a short distance from the superb National Trust beaches at Kynance Cove.

Miranda Cottage is a fantastic thatch... more

Georges Cottage, Bideford

Self catering in Devon, South West England

Selected feature: Short break

A picture postcard thatched cottage in an idyllic sleepy hamlet, just a stones throw from a stunning sand and shingle cove.

This Grade 11 listed picture postcard thatched cottage nestles in the sleepy hamlet of Bucks Mills just a stone's throw fro... more