Devon
Waterside, rural & village cottages in the South West, particularly in the South Hams.
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As one of the leading holiday cottage agencies in the South West of England, Toad Hall Cottages offers a range of over 300 self catering holiday cottages and houses across Devon, Dartmoor, Exmoor, Cornwall, Somerset and Dorset. Whether you are looking for cottage breaks in Devon or Cornwall, dog friendly holiday cottages, cottages for couples or large groups, prestige and luxury cottages or apartments with swimming pools, Toad Hall Cottages can offer a first class friendly service to ensure that you have a great holiday or short break.
About the Region
North Devon:
The area around Welcombe, to the West, has some stunningly beautiful walks where one can find both tranquillity and inspiration. Barnstaple and Bideford, two fascinating old harbour towns, are both steeped in history and stand in traditional rivalry at the mouths of the rivers Taw and Torridge. Saunton Sands and Woolacombe provide good bathing and surfing beaches on the North coast, with sailing, windsurfing, waterskiing and boat trips to be enjoyed, as well as golf courses in the area. Travel on to Porlock, the National Trust Vale and Minehead with its holiday fun park and West Somerset Steam Railway. Enjoy the stunning landscape on Exmoor where you can roam, drive or ride over heather-clad moorland with the rare Exmoor pony. Walking or riding, you will love Exmoor with over 700 miles of footpaths and bridleways to explore, even in high season it is possible to get away from it all here. Discover the villages of Simonsbath, Withypool and Winsford all with good pubs and cream teas, along with the delightful old moorland town of Dulverton. Discover middle Devon, the little known area between North Devon and Dartmoor. This is a beautiful, hilly and wooded farming area with unusual hilltop villages and towns complete with excellent pubs and unique shops offering good quality goods.
Holiday Cottages are available in Lorne Doone Valley, Exmoor; Simonsbath, Exmoor; Dulverton, Exmoor; Withypool, Exmoor; Minehead, Exmoor
Cottage Breaks are available in Lorne Doone Valley, Exmoor ; Simonsbath, Exmoor ; Dulverton, Exmoor ; Withypool, Exmoor ; Minehead, Exmoor
Dartmoor:
In the heart of Devon lies Dartmoor National Park with over 700 miles of stunning scenery where you will find some of the most distinctive and picturesque countryside in Britain. The land rises in parts to over 2000 feet and is characterised by its distinctive granite tors, and varies from the barren and remote higher moorland, to where rivers rush over granite boulders down to deep wooded valleys and traditional farms. Dartmoor lends itself to outdoor pursuits such as riding, walking, fishing and climbing or for many, simply to wander enjoying the wonderful wildlife. Dartmoor offer not just dramatic and beautiful scenery but history as well. Beautiful old buildings can be found nestled across the moor and numerous standing stones forming ancient circles, boundary markers and hut circles, can be found across the area. Dartmoor is dotted with numerous small towns, hamlets and villages, each one with its own unique beauty, unusual shops, museums, old churches, cosy pubs, restaurants, galleries and craft workshops.
South Devon:
Noss Mayo and Newton Ferrers lie opposite each other on a creek of the beautiful wooded estuary of the Yealm. A haven for artists and yachtsmen, the Yealm estuary is filled with pretty waterside cottages and sailing vessels of every shape and size making an idyllic scene for all who visit. Newton Ferrers gives shelter for the yachtsmen using it during the summer and boasts 3 pubs within a stone's throw to make the ambience complete. Walking enthusiasts can enjoy beautiful coastlines particularly Warren Point, a spectacular area, where wildlife abounds. The Avon Valley is an unspoilt, rural haven and Modbury, once a prosperous market town is in the heart of this rich farming region. With its dignified terraced houses, slate hung walls and enticing old fashioned shop windows it creates an impression of entering a film set for a drama set in the last century, however, do not be deceived by this timeless character, this little town is a hive of activity with three inns and an array of excellent specialist shops. Five miles away is the small village of Aveton Gifford located at the head of the tidal road to Bigbury. Here the estuary both at high and low tide is filled with a wonderful array of birds, The attractive small village of Bigbury with a population of 300-400 boasts a fabulous 18 hole golf course, a good local pub, a village store and is home to 'The Oyster Shack' the well known fish restaurant. Two miles South West the renowned Burgh Island, with its art deco hotel and Agatha Christie/Poirot connections, along with its pub - The Pilchard Inn, dating back to the 14th century, a favourite haunt for smugglers, and where time almost seems to have stood still. This wonderful, unspoilt little island has been featured in many films, is a natural bird sanctuary and can be reached on foot at low tide, or by the very tall Burgh Island "Sea Tractor" at high tide. The Dart Valley is a unique area of outstanding natural beauty and is particularly popular with sailors and fishermen along with all those with an artistic temperament and who enjoy peaceful tranquillity in a truly beautiful rural environment. Delightful riverside villages are situated in the heart of the South Hams make this area unique. Unspoilt tree-lined banks, secret creeks with countryside sweeping down to the river have been inspirational to many. Walkers, ornithologists and photographers can enjoy the delights of river, estuary and countryside and boat trips from Dartmouth will take you up river to Totnes with its winding streets, historic town walls and ancient castle. Rising up out of the river Dart, opposite the historic naval town of Dartmouth, is Kingswear home of the Royal Dart Yacht Club. A castle defends the mouth of the river and the town, a short drive from the attractions of Torbay, boasts its own steam railway, which runs along the River Dart to Paignton. Car and passenger ferries run regularly between Kingswear and Dartmouth. Dartmouth, sitting on the opposite bank, is, like many coastal towns, built on the side of a steep, wooded valley overlooking the river, a picture book location. Dartmouth offers a stunning array of bistros, pubs, restaurants, boutiques, galleries and specialist shops that all line its narrow streets with their long flights of winding steps and intriguing medieval buildings.
East Devon:
Famed for cider and English cream teas this county is home to the City of Exeter. Set in beautiful verdant countryside, with picturesque villages, historic churches, and quaint old inns, it is one of Britain’s oldest cities. The Medieval Cathedral is England’s finest example of decorated Gothic architecture and visitors can explore the historic past by walking in the footsteps of Drake and Raleigh through the narrow, partly Tudor lanes. The rich and varied small town of Topsham is much savoured by those who visit, and offers pleasant river walks, a Saturday morning market, a heated outdoor pool, quality, character shops and plenty of quiet space to sit and watch the bird life or sailing boats go by. Farway, set in an area renowned for its outstanding natural beauty is within easy reach of some lovely beaches at Beer and Branscombe and also Farway Countryside Park situated at Colyton with breathtaking views, a woodland nature trail and lots of animals including a “nursery” or enjoy pony rides and even pig and ferret racing.
Waterside, rural & village cottages in the South West, particularly in the South Hams.
T: +44 (0) 1548 853089
e: thc@toadhallcottages.co.uk
w: www.toadhallcottages.co.uk
