School Holiday Dates
Whether you are looking for a small, quiet bolt hole during the holidays or a place for an extended family get-together, we have lots of lovely places in the South and West to choose from.
News & Offers Kayleigh HardyChristmas
Christmas cottage holidays are like something out of a movie. And when the backdrop is the South and West, every moment will be picture-perfect. Here are a collection of our favourite Christmas things to do to make your time away even more magical.
Queen for a day: A visit to Osborne House
Kayleigh Hardy spent a day exploring the gardens and house at Osborne. A truly regal experience to round off her visit to the Isle of Wight.
Visitors' Book Kayleigh Hardy
Cornish Christmas gifts
Be inspired by local makers and make your Christmas gifts a little more Cornish this year.
Visitors' Book Abby D
Narnia comes to Christmas at Killerton
The magic of Narnia transformed Killerton House in Devon into a magical family day out to remember.
Places to Go Philip Eley
Remote cottages to get away from it all
A collection of some of our most remote properties. Perfect for those who want to get away from it all this Christmas and New Year.
News & Offers Kayleigh Hardy
Top 5 Christmas cocktails in Cornwall
Fancy a festive tipple or two? The lights are up, the Bublé Christmas album is on and the celebrations are starting all over Cornwall as the festive season gets into full swing.
Classic Fodder Sadie Phillips
Hints and tips: Self catering Christmas holiday
Enjoy Christmas away in a holiday cottage with our hints and tips for making the most of your festive getaway.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Decorated cottages for Christmas and New Year
Still looking for a place to stay over Christmas and New Year? These cottages are still available and have the added bonus of Christmas decorations to keep your festive spirits high.
News & Offers Kayleigh Hardy
Top five Isle of Wight Christmas Markets
Find your festive feelings in November and December. With a Christmas market filling most weekends in the lead up to Christmas, you’ll be fully prepared for the big day by the time you head home from your Isle of Wight holiday.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Top three Hampshire Christmas markets
Start celebrating Christmas now at one of these festive Christmas markets in Hampshire. Each one is an amazing winter wonderland offering local crafts and produce to add a little but of Hampshire to your celebrations.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Top five Cornwall Christmas markets
Escape the chill in Cornwall this festive season with our top five Christmas markets to prepare for the big day.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Top five Devon Christmas markets
Our top five Christmas markets and festivals in Devon. Perfect for getting started on finding ideas and gifts for the big day.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Top four Dorset Christmas markets
Get into the festive spirit in Dorset this Christmas with our top four Christmas markets from across the county.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Top four Somerset Christmas markets
Soak up everything Somerset has to offer in the festive season with our top pick of Christmas markets and fairs from across the county.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
December events in Cornwall
Enjoy the magic of December in Cornwall with a whole host of festive events across the county.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
December events in Hampshire
From winter walks in the New Forest to lantern parades in Winchester, there's plenty of festive fun to be had in Hampshire this December.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
December events in Devon
Enjoy festive events across Devon this December with my pick of some of the best for all the family.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
December events in Somerset
Bask in the glow of Christmas lights whilst you take in all the festive sights and sounds of Somerset this December.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Large Cottages for Christmas dinners
Christmas cottage holidays mean the whole family can gather round to enjoy festive celebrations in style.
News & Offers Kayleigh Hardy
Catering for Christmas with hampers
Food is always a tough one to get organised over Christmas. With most shops now delivering, go for something a little more local to add a touch of the west country to your festivities.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Philleigh Way spinach and blue cheese tarts for New Year
A fantastic recipe to serve at your New Year party or to enjoy for two in a couple's bolthole in the South West. Celebrate 2017 in style with this lovely recipe from Philleigh Way.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
New Year champagne cocktail recipes
Champagne - the king of New Year drinks. Here are two of my favourite cocktails to get your party started for the New Year.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Philleigh Way leftover Christmas turkey pies recipe
A classic and tasty way to use up your Christmas turkey leftovers. Perfect for a Boxing Day gathering or New Year party.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Simple Christmas biscuit recipes for kids
Enjoy the freedom of a self catering cottage by letting the kids loose in the kitchen with these festive (and easy) recipes. Just be prepared for the amount of sweet treats you'll have to try.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Christmas and New Year celebrations in Somerset
It's time to pop the champagne and pour yourself a glass of fizz after all your hard work this year. Celebrate Christmas and New Year in Somerset with these events.
Things to do Kayleigh Hardy
Philleigh Way Cookery School venison recipe
A brief but beautiful recipe from Philleigh Way cookery school based in the Roseland in Cornwall. Perfect for making an impact on your guests for Christmas and New Year.
Classic Fodder Kayleigh Hardy
Christmas in Devon
As the winter evenings draw near, Christmas is just around the corner. With bright lights, entertainment, festive fun and cheer, we have chosen five of the best ways to enjoy that magical Christmas atmosphere in Devon.
Visitors' Book Sadie Phillips
Christmas in Cornwall
Take our advice, wrap up warm and make the most of the long nights, chilly weather and cosy Christmas lights. We have Christmas in Cornwall all wrapped up.
Visitors' Book Sadie Phillips
10 reasons to Christmas in Cornwall
With temperature dropping and the nights drawing in, it’s easy to lust after summer. But our sights are set firmly on the good stuff: a return to decent telly, wintry comfort food (hello Shepherd’s Pie, we’ve missed you) and most exciting of all - Christmas!
Things to do Abby D
Christmas delights in Dorset
Christmas themed outings from wreath-making workshops to ice-skating safaris!
Things to do Becky Bye
Classic Fodder Christmas Leftover Recipes
A load of our staff recipes to make use of any leftover Christmas dinner.
Classic Fodder Katie Chown
Dr Livingstone by Miracle Theatre
A rip-roaring start to winter theatrics, the Ffitch Repertory Players present 'Dr Livingstone, I presume?'
Things to do Katie Chown
Christmas Day Swim
That's right, no wetsuits allowed...
Things to do Liz C
Christmas ideas for all the family
Here’s a fistful of Christmassey ideas for all the family to enjoy - events, lights, markets and much more in Cornwall, Devon, Somerset and Dorset.
Things to do Liz C
£500 celebration competition
NOW CLOSED Book a cottage with 8 or more people and be in with the chance of winning £500 of stuff you need for that perfect meal for your special occasion.
News & Offers Katie Chown
Calorie Offsetting
Its all about balance. Here are some ideas for using up the calories and then piling them back on.
Classic Fodder Peter Kirby