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.
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We have 591 rural retreats in South West to show you.
7 nights from £421
The Mouse House
26142 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Tiverton, North Devon.
The Mouse House perches high above the River Exe, in a breathtaking hilltop position with spectacular panoramic views across the Devon countryside on the fringes of Exmoor National...
7 nights from £421
7 nights from £424
Bolankan Barn
28151 bedroom, rural holiday cottage near Porthleven, West Cornwall.
With views over the countryside to the 15th Century church in the village of Crowan, Bolankan Barn is a delightful retreat for two, equipped to an exacting standard by the owners w...
7 nights from £424
7 nights from £424
Little Downderry Barn
47961 bedroom self catering cottage near Mevagissey, South Cornwall.
Follow the leafy green lanes that lead to Little Downderry Barn, a rural location with spectacular far-reaching views over the surrounding countryside just outside the village of C...
7 nights from £424
7 nights from £429
Cuddle Cabin
3959Rural cabin for 2 near Falmouth, South Cornwall.
Just as the name suggests this cabin is a perfect spot for a romantic weekend for two. Hidden away in a secluded corner of the owners' smallholding with just the chickens for compa...
7 nights from £429
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7 nights from £429 *
The Coach House
54953 bedroom holiday cottage near Wadebridge, North Cornwall.
A warm Cornish welcome awaits at The Coach House, our charming rural getaway in the heart of the north Cornish countryside. Tucked away along a country lane, in the centre of a lit...
7 nights from £429 *
7 nights from £430
Swallow Cottage
43881 bedroom self catering cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
Nestled in the beautiful countryside of south Devon is this beautiful renovated 18th Century barn within Dartmoor National Park. This luxury cottage for two is the perfect choice f...
7 nights from £430
7 nights from £430
Dairy Cottage
43871 bedroom self catering cottage near Ivybridge, South Devon.
Welcome to one of south Devon's most peaceful locations and this beautiful renovated 18th Century barn within Dartmoor National Park. This gorgeous cottage for two offers the perfe...
7 nights from £430
7 nights from £430
Swallows Rest
50321 bedroom self catering cottage near Penzance, West Cornwall.
Whisk your favourite person away and head to the glorious Cornish countryside for a rather dreamy retreat at Swallows Rest. An oh so wonderful escape for two, Swallows Rest could b...
7 nights from £430
7 nights from £437
Honeysuckle Cottage
55851 bedroom self catering cottage near Port Isaac.
This endearing cottage is ideal for a truly wonderful holiday in north Cornwall. So whether you're a walker, a beach lover, a fan of coastal villages and harbours, a foodie, a coup...
7 nights from £437
7 nights from £440
Old Orchard Cabin
3742Handcrafted dog friendly cabin with hot tub in Colyton, Devon
Snuggled into the hillside and reached on foot up through an ancient orchard, this bespoke cabin is the ultimate rural retreat. Gaze at the stars through the window from your super...
7 nights from £440
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