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
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 104 holiday cottages primped and prepped for a much needed short break in Devon.
We have 104 self-catering cottages in South Devon available for a Short Break
7 nights from £581
48 The Brewhouse
47742 bedroom holiday apartment with sea views in Plymouth, South Devon.
This ultra-stylish contemporary apartment sits in a prime position on the second floor overlooking the picturesque marina and sea in the exclusive Royal William Yard. Dating back o...
7 nights from £581
7 nights from £454 *
Holly Cottage
47283 bedroom thatched, dog friendly cottage in Yealmpton, South Devon.
Tucked away in the beautiful hamlet of Dunstone in the glorious South Hams you will discover Holly Cottage, a gorgeous getaway dating back to the mid-18th Century. The Grade II Lis...
7 nights from £454 *
7 nights from £1273
Sandpiper
46973 bedroom, dog friendly cottage with sea views in Shaldon, Devon.
This delightful house has marvellous views across the Teign estuary from the enclosed patio and garden, and from almost every room in the house. For those wanting to relax, thi...
7 nights from £1273
7 nights from £1113
Walnut Barn
47095 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Honiton, South Devon.
Welcome to Walnut Barn, a superbly renovated detached barn surrounded by magnificent countryside views which stretch for miles over the beautiful rolling Devon countryside. Soaking...
7 nights from £1113
7 nights from £575
Belle Vue Cottage
46573 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Totnes, South Devon.
Nestled in the village of Rattery, only a short distance from Totnes and the glorious south Devon coast, this beautiful cottage is furnished with real charm and style. With an e...
7 nights from £575
7 nights from £750
Magnolia
46683 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Exmouth, Devon.
Magnolia is the perfect family base to enjoy the thriving and traditional seaside town of Exmouth. Located only 150 yards from beautiful sandy Exmouth beach, and a short walk from ...
7 nights from £750
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We scour the coast and country to winkle out bits worth sharing with you, the best properties in lovely locations. While we’re out and about, we gather together the best things to do so that you can start planning your holiday as soon as you’ve booked.
The ‘Explore Nearby’ tab on our cottage pages show what’s nearby along with relevant articles from our holiday guides from Notes and Stories, where you’ll find hand-written experiences of outings across the South and West, from dog-friendly pubs on the Isle of Wight to free things to do in south Devon and everything in between.
7 nights from £438
Seashells
46672 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Exmouth, Devon.
Seashells is a welcoming home-from-home situated moments away from stunning Exmouth beach and the bustling Exmouth marina. At the end of a fun-packed day exploring Exmouth and ...
7 nights from £438
7 nights from £1171 *
Challadene
46105 bedroom cottage with sea views in Bigbury-on-Sea, South Devon.
Challadene is a fantastic beachside property which offers panoramic sea views, a glorious outside space and beautiful interiors, not forgetting that the beach is literally a stone'...
7 nights from £1171 *
7 nights from £458
Sonoma Lodge
46792 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Modbury, South Devon.
For the perfect holiday Sonoma Lodge offers the BEST location nestled in the glorious south Devon countryside with delightful views stretching to Dartmoor National Park in the dist...
7 nights from £458
7 nights from £663
Sea renity
46112 bedroom holiday cottage with sea views in Brixham, South Devon.
Talk about a room with a view! Sea renity is a charming home-from-home, which is perfectly situated a short distance away from beautiful Brixham harbourside, offering tremendous vi...
7 nights from £663