Short breaks in South Devon

Short breaks in South Devon

Perfect for a short break, a holiday in South Devon could be just what you need with a handpicked property catering for your every need. Read more

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We have 96 self-catering cottages in South Devon available for a Short Break

Island Cottage is a 3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1159 booking fees included

Island Cottage

6196

3 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.


Welcome to Island Cottage, nestled in the sought-after village of Bigbury-on-Sea, its elevated location provides beautiful views of both Bigbury beach, Bantham beach and the iconic...

  • Sleeps 7 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1159

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  • 20% off

    31 Jul 2026 - 7 Aug 2026

    £2310.00 £1860.60 booking fees included

  • 10% off

    7 Aug 2026 - 14 Aug 2026

    £2310.00 £2085.30 booking fees included

The Sandy Den is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Shaldon, Devon.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £552 booking fees included

The Sandy Den

6156

1 bedroom, dog friendly apartment with sea views in Shaldon, Devon.


Introducing The Sandy Den, a fabulous ground floor retreat for two within a converted Victorian residence located in the heart of the village of Shaldon in Teignmouth. This fabulou...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £552

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Shillings Cottage is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Honiton, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £591 booking fees included

Shillings Cottage

6140

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Honiton, South Devon.


Sat on a gentle hillside, this pretty flint cottage with a glorious outdoor seasonal swimming pool and stunning gardens is perfect for those looking for peace and tranquility. Nest...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Sat

7 nights from £591

Mount Folly Farm

  • Sleeps 12 + 4 cots in 2 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2414.00 booking fees included

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Mount Folly Farmhouse is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1207 booking fees included

Mount Folly Farmhouse

6108

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea.


Welcoming you to Mount Folly Farmhouse, a fabulous retreat which enjoys both coast and country. On entering Mount Folly Farmhouse you will feel immediately at home, this spacious y...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1207

Mount Folly Penthouse is a 3 bedroom apartment with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1207 booking fees included

Mount Folly Penthouse

6109

3 bedroom apartment with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.


If you're looking for a beautifully finished penthouse apartment, boasting the most spectacular views from almost every window, a glorious hot tub and outdoor sauna perched overloo...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1207

No 5 Seaview Cottages is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Torquay, Devon.
  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1775 booking fees included

No 5 Seaview Cottages

6050

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Torquay, Devon.


Welcome to No 5 Seaview Cottages, a beautifully finished semi-detached cottage boasting unrivalled sea views across Babbacombe Bay and beyond. This fabulous retreat offers the very...

  • Sleeps 6 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £1775

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  • 20% off

    14 Aug 2026 - 21 Aug 2026

    From £3223.00 £2591.00 booking fees included

  • 20% off

    21 Aug 2026 - 28 Aug 2026

    From £2955.00 £2376.60 booking fees included

Glen Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Dartmouth.
  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £832 booking fees included

Glen Cottage

6076

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views near Dartmouth.


Welcome to Glen Cottage, a beautiful Grade II Listed thatched cottage which oozes charm and character. Nestled in the heart of one of the South Hams picture-perfect coastal village...

  • Sleeps 4 + 2 cots
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £832

The Barn at Newton Creek is a 3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with estuary views in Newton Ferrers.
  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £772 * booking fees included

The Barn at Newton Creek

6055

3 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with estuary views in Newton Ferrers.


Escape to the spellbinding haven of The Barn at Newton Creek, an enchanting waterside retreat where time slows, hearts rest, and nature whispers its secrets. Set in an enviable pos...

  • Sleeps 6 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £772 *

The Byre is a 1 bedroom self catering cottage near Taunton, Somerset.
  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £771 booking fees included

The Byre

6066

1 bedroom self catering cottage near Taunton, Somerset.


**The Byre can accommodate flexible check in days – please contact us to request.** Located in the picturesque Blackdown Hills near the Somerset and Devon border you will find T...

  • Sleeps 2
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £771

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Take some time out in South Devon with a few days of sweeping coastline and a plethora of interesting seaside towns to explore. Find your perfect holiday cottage in South Devon and bring your favourite people, we've baby friendly properties and dog friendly accommodation to make sure no-one is left behind.

 

Spring and Autumn Breaks in South Devon

Make the most of the mild climate and have the big sandy beaches all to yourself with a spring or autumn short break. There's time outside of the beach bans to run the dog along the shore and lots of sailing opportunities to stretch your sea legs for a few days.

 

Summer Holidays in South Devon

Devon is blessed with gorgeously warm summers. Often recording the highest temperatures in Britain, you could be forgiven for thinking you were holidaying in the Med. Flip-flops at the ready, fun times are coming.

 

Christmas Holidays in South Devon

Celebrate Christmas in a South Devon holiday cottage to make it really special. Enjoy a few days of festivities in a place of luxury and create a lavish short break to remember.

 

New Year Breaks in Devon

Take a break in South Devon over New Year and celebrate in style. Stay in a high quality self catering cottage that makes you want to stay for more than a few days. But a short break at New Year will be all you need.

 

Winter Breaks in Devon

It's not so wintry when you're in South Devon. It's a great off-peak destination so book yourself a short break in a cosy little cottage and enjoy some time out. Bring the dog to one of our dog friendly properties and go for long walks over the dunes. You'll end up wanting to stay for more than a few days.

 

We have 96 holiday cottages primped and prepped for a much needed short break in Devon.