
Top 10 cottages with sea views
We've picked out ten cottages with sea views perfect for a blissful coastal getaway.
Property Dominique AdamsWe've picked out ten cottages with sea views perfect for a blissful coastal getaway.
Property Dominique AdamsFor the first time in a long time I was able to fully shut out all those niggling worries and racing thoughts swirling around my mind. It was total bliss.
Things to do Sadie PhillipsNot just for those with a Bus Pass... this journey is best taken on an open top bus!
Visitors' Book Maz CIf you love admiring and exploring the great outdoors, then this part of the world is the perfect place to soak up beautiful countryside and emerald woodland. The Blackdown Hills offers an extensive range of range of activities and things to do on a visit to the area.
Things to do Tasha HA family day out to Stourhead, exploring the gardens, having a picnic and generally having a magical adventure.
Visitors' Book Emma LWe had driven through the town of Lyndhurst earlier in the day and made a note to stop off on our way back to our holiday cottage in Lymington, not least because of the large number of New Forest ponies we had seen just on the outskirts of the town.
Places to Go FayeJoin Lucy, our south Devon property manager, on a tour of her favourite places to eat in Brixham.
Classic Fodder Lucy MLearn Stonehenge facts by visiting Stonehenge Visitor Centre and marvel in the ancient history of the English landscape.
Places to Go Becky ByeAs galleries go, this one is a stunner, the impressive looking building just a few steps from Porthmeor beach and as such commands excellent views. You’ll also find a great program of events, exhibitions and workshops on year-round.
Places to Go Abby DSouth Hams is one of the most beautiful areas in Devon. It’s got everything for dogs: beaches, hills, woods, streams and pretty villages.
Places to Go Philip EleyExmoor towns and landscape, a look at where to go and why.
Places to Go Katie ChownConsidering it wasn't our location of choice we really surprised ourselves with how enjoyable it was and would highly recommend a visit.
Things to do FayeWith the children back at school it is safe for the parents and grandparents to get out into the world unhindered; this might be the perfect time for a romantic getaway, just the two of you on a Dorset escape.
Places to Go Becky ByeIf you’re looking for somewhere traditional, cosy and with views to swoon over for days, look no further. Situated smack bang on the coastal path, it would be rude not to pop in The Paris Hotel, a dog-friendly pub in Cornwall.
Places to Go Abby DIf you need a few cobwebs blowing away then this is the place to go for a dog walk in Cornwall.
Things to do B HutchingsAs the colder months draw in, and golden and red hues fill the trees then empty over the paths as we head through winter, there’s nothing quite like gathering the family for a stroll through the countryside. Embrace the fresh air, wrap up warm and soak in the beauty of Somerset on these ten autumn walks.
Places to Go Kylie BartonSee in the New Year with something special to see - these holiday cottages have views to feast your eyes on.
News & Offers Katie ChownThe Helford River is an absolutely stunning part of Cornwall packed full of interesting wildlife, history and stories. So, get to know the river a bit better, and go on a Helford River Boat Tour.
Things to do Abby DPizza, cider and a sea view. For good food in Cornwall, The Stable in Newquay caters for everyone, from kids to vegans and it's right on the beach.
Classic Fodder Abby DIt’s a great place to watch the ships go by from Portsmouth and Southampton with sailing boats dotted in between with many a deli and cafe to while away relaxing days.
Things to do Liz ArnellThe best places to visit in Cornwall that you may have heard of, but not added to your must-see list. Well, we think they're worth taking a peek at.
Places to Go Abby DThere is a lot of culture and interest about the town if you only look beyond it’s quaint and quiet exterior.
Things to do Becky ByeIf you're heading to the Isle of Wight on holiday, you may well stop in Portsmouth - why not make a day of it?
Things to do Kylie BartonA hidden gem with calm waters and golden sands, perfect for a quiet afternoon out in the sunshine while on holiday on the Isle of Wight.
Places to Go Liz ArnellDawlish is a seaside town in south east Devon with a gentle air of sophistication yet still a great place for traditional bucket and spade holidays. With both Dawlish and Dawlish Warren full of ideas for a fun break, here is my guide of things to do in Dawlish.
Things to do Philip EleyIf you’re after a coastal day out in Dorset, but fancy something a little more adventurous than Lyme Regis or Swanage, then Lulworth Cove is for you.
Things to do Becky ByeThe Isle of Wight may be a small island, but there is certainly a lot of history present there, with numerous historic sites of interest to visit. I'll walk you through the most impressive of those sites:
Places to Go Kylie BartonPlymouth describes itself as Britain’s Ocean City. It is a vibrant, modern city with plenty of attractions and historic buildings, places to visit, things to do and see and lots of foody destinations.
Things to do Philip EleyA day out in Dorset would be far from complete without a trip to the seaside. Swanage is the best town on the Jurassic Coast for scenery.
Things to do Becky ByeFor a postcard perfect Cornish village, head to Mevagissey. This sweet fishing port on the south coast of Cornwall offers up buckets of old school charm and the freshest fish of your life.
Things to do Abby DA visit to Tintagel in North Cornwall is like taking a pilgrimage to a peculiarly mythical land. The castle ruins perched high on the clifftop are the quintessence of one of the greatest legends that course throughout Cornwall’s history.
Places to Go Deb SPainting outdoors can be both calming and exhilarating at the same time, making it good for the soul. But where are the best spots for artistic inspiration in Devon?
Places to Go Philip EleyPowderham castle is the home of the 19th Earl of Devon and he is one lucky fellow to live in such a great setting. Our first sight of the castle was over a bulrush-bordered lake and my children all exclaimed with wonder at the sight.
Places to Go Philip EleyOne of the best things about holidaying in Dorset is long walks that end up in a cosy pub – and it’s just not the same if you don’t take your four-legged friend with you. Luckily we have some of the best dog-friendly cottages in Dorset.
Places to Go Amanda TomlinA holiday in Shanklin is the perfect bucket-and-spade seafront experience. Full of fun for all the family, it’s the quintessential beach resort destination, but in an idyllic setting on the south east coast of the Isle of Wight.
Things to do Katie ChownWhen you think of a typical Cornish holiday, you probably won’t think of St Austell. But this historic town is well worth a wander and offers plenty of things to do as well as fantastic access to some of the best beaches in the whole county.
Things to do Abby DKingsbridge is an attractive market town in its own right, but it is most often seen as a good base from which to explore the spectacular surrounding area of South Hams.
Things to do Philip EleyTeignmouth has the nostalgic charm of a Victorian seaside town, with its pier, lido and large houses, but there’s a lot more to this interesting town than that, so here’s my guide to things to do in Teignmouth.
Things to do Philip EleyCharlestown is immediately recognisable to fans of Poldark as the harbour in the series. The joy of it as a location is that they’ve hardly had to change much at all.
Places to Go Philip EleyYou really wonder at the enterprise and sheer foolishness of building a stately home on a huge chuck of rock 500 meters out to sea
Places to Go Philip EleyKingsand and Cawsand are twin seafront villages on The Rame Peninsula in Cornwall. They have a rich fishing (and smuggling!) heritage and you can still spot the old fish cellars and stores along the coast.
Visitors' Book Abby DWhen on holiday, consider a slightly different point of view. Grab a blanket, a bottle of wine and come and check out the latest in night-time activities.
Things to do Lizzie HeatherWalk your way around the county, with your four-legged friend in tow (or way ahead of you)
Visitors' Book Sian PicklesTheatre really comes into its own when it’s performed on the road. Each summer in Cornwall, a myriad of makeshift stages spring up all over the county – some providing seating, but many simply on the beach or a patch of grass on which to spread your blanket. It’s an experience not to be missed.
Things to do Sadie PhillipsNo sounds of worldly toil ascending there Mar the full burst of prayer
Things to do Molly and the PrincessIt began to rain, and then it began to pour. The wind started gusting. Backdrops blew over and props flew away. The players had to grip their costumes to themselves and shout to be heard over the whistle of wind in their mics. But there can be no better place in the world to experience Shakespeare.
Visitors' Book Danielle Charles-DaviesSomerset may have some watery woes, but there is plenty of high ground to shout our support of this beautiful county from!
Visitors' Book Anna HThe quick walk to the Golden Cap in Dorset, the highest point on the South Coast.
Things to do Adam LudnowThe pick of things to do, places to see, food to eat on the western tip of Cornwall by people who have been born there or as good as.
Places to Go Peter Kirby