Rural retreats in South West
South West does rural like nowhere else. Pick your perfect rural retreat from our selection of 591 countryside cottages in South West.Read more
There's nothing like a good hearty stomp across the fields and a healthy dose of country air to recharge the batteries. Leave behind the hustle and bustle for a world of winding country lanes, fields, woodlands, stepping-stone streams and wild, open moors. Walk, fish, cycle – or just sit back, relax and enjoy the silence from one of our 591 handpicked countryside cottages in South West.
We have 591 rural retreats in South West to show you.
7 nights from £418
The Forge
26772 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Bovey Tracey, Dartmoor.
The Forge is single-storey and has its own small patio-area to one side. Very warm and cosy inside, this is a pretty cottage (watch the step down to the bedrooms). The kitchen look...
7 nights from £418
7 nights from £423
Coombe Cottage
38582 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Launceston, North Cornwall.
Tucked away along a country lane, in 23 acres of Cornish meadows, woodland and streams, Coombe Cottage is the perfect retreat for those who want to get away from it all and enjoy a...
7 nights from £423
7 nights from £424
Oak Leaf
20752 bedroom, rural holiday cottage in Beaworthy, North Devon.
Tucked deep in beautiful Devon countryside, offering woodland walks and coastal trips, Oak Leaf will delight discerning guests. Impeccably renovated, this semi-detached cottage ove...
7 nights from £424
7 nights from £427
Little Oaks
49782 bedroom self catering cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
Welcome to Little Oaks, a tranquil single-storey getaway nestled on the western edge of the majestic Dartmoor National Park. Its wonderfully peaceful location means this is an idyl...
7 nights from £427
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7 nights from £437
Coachman's Cottage
57462 bedroom self catering cottage near Port Isaac, North Cornwall.
For lovers of the coast and countryside, for those seeking peace and relaxation, for foodies and most importantly for garden enthusiasts, treat yourself to a well-deserved break at...
7 nights from £437
7 nights from £439
Bowlan
54132 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
Nestled in the tranquil oasis of Loskeyle Farm, one of our rural retreats, Bowlan offers guests a warm welcome from the moment you step through the front door. From humble origins ...
7 nights from £439
7 nights from £439
Henver
54012 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
Nestled in the unspoilt north Cornish countryside, close to the unforgettable dramatic landscapes of Bodmin Moor, and with easy access to the stunning beaches and coastal walks of ...
7 nights from £439
7 nights from £439
Carzantic Chapel Barn
27342 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near Launceston.
Set in tranquil countryside, Carzantic Chapel Barn is a charming granite cottage dating back to the 1800s, its south-facing patio basks in sun most of the day and is the perfect sp...
7 nights from £439
7 nights from £454
Lee Cottage
38422 bedroom, dog friendly, rural holiday cottage near Looe, South Cornwall.
What a delightful getaway this is, set down a tree-lined lane amid the tranquility of beautiful countryside. With rustling leaves and birdsong as a background lullaby, you will rel...
7 nights from £454
7 nights from £454
Lower Cadwin Cottage
25702 bedroom, dog friendly, rural cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
An extremely quiet rural retreat, where horses rather than cars pass down the lane outside, Lower Cadwin Cottage is tucked away just a mile outside the village of Lanivet – geograp...
7 nights from £454
Need more time? Reserve any cottage for up to 24 hours before booking.
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You can reserve your holiday dates on your favourite cottage for up to 24 hours. You might need to check with other guests in your party or simply consider whether this cottage is right for your holiday, either way we’re happy to give you the time to step away and mull over your options before paying a penny.
We’ll send you a reminder to see if you want it or not so you won’t lose out. Take time to think it over, you don’t have to rush your decision. Have a cup of tea and when you’re ready, hit the button to book your holiday and start looking forward to it.