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  • A house with solar panels on the roof and a wooden swing in the garden at Hideaway in Great Torrington
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    Great Torrington, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    Hideaway is a pleasing, pet-friendly cottage in Huntshaw, Devon, boasting a Smart TV, off-road parking, and blissful countryside views from the garden. (Ref. 1170008)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Dishwasher
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    7 nights from $681

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  • A living room with a sofa and table looking out to the fields at Primrose Higher Wambrook near Chard
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    Higher Wambrook near Chard, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

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    Primrose is an enchanting lodge set in Higher Wambrook near Chard, with an outside hot tub looking onto countryside views in Somerset. (Ref. 1144914)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    7 nights from $1130

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  • A brick house with a sunroom and patio furniture in a garden at South Lodge in Hazelbury Bryan
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    Hazelbury Bryan, Dorset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    A beautifully furnished annexe cottage on the edge of the little hamlet of Hazelbury Bryan in Dorset. (Ref. 969185)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from $709

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  • A balcony with a table holding flowers glasses a bucket with a bottle and bowls of strawberries and chocolates overlooking fields and the sea at Sunset in St Just
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    St Just, Cornwall
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    A splendid holiday home attached to the owner's property, making a brilliant base for a family or couples to explore the coast of Cornwall. (Ref. 1010520)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

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    7 nights from $898

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  • A stone house with a tiled roof a black metal gate a brick pathway and plants and flowers at Leigh Holt in Waterlip near Shepton Mallet
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    Waterlip near Shepton Mallet, Somerset
    • Sleeps5
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    A heart-warming, semi-detached cottage resting in the outskirts of Shepton Mallet. (Ref. 924356)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    7 nights from $741

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  • A single story house with a wooden door stone wall section and garden beds at Warbrook in Bradworthy
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    Bradworthy, Devon
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    A luxurious barn conversion with beams, underfloor heating and woodburner, close to Bradworthy. (Ref. 931691)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from $770

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  • A wooden lodge with a deck surrounded by a gravel area and wooden fence in a rural setting at Barn Shelley Lodge in Copplestone near Crediton
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    Copplestone near Crediton, Devon
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    Superb luxurious wooden lodge in rural setting close to golf course and the village amenities of Copplestone. (Ref. 27641)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from $718

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  • An outdoor patio with chairs and a table at Zide the Zea in Hele Bay, Ilfracombe
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    Hele Bay, Ilfracombe, Devon
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms3
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    Zide the Zea is a delightful holiday home situated in the scenic little village of Hele Bay in Devon just a stone's throw away from the local beach. (Ref. 1175506)

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    7 nights from $1008

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  • An outdoor patio with a table and chairs outside a stone building at Bumblebee Meadows in Parkham near Bideford
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    Parkham near Bideford, Devon
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

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    Bumblebee Meadows is a wonderful, family-friendly holiday cottage located in the little village of Parkham near Bideford in Devon that welcomes pets. (Ref. 1156607)

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    7 nights from $824

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  • A wooden house with a gravel driveway and small garden at Lilys Pad in Okehampton
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    Okehampton, Devon
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    Lilys Pad is a delightful, wooden lodge settled into the rural outskirts of Okehampton, Devon. (Ref. 1145063)

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    7 nights from $809

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For the perfect blend of charming towns and villages, vast open countryside, AONB’s, and breath-taking coastline, look no further than the South West. To experience this popular corner of England, choose from our choice of last-minute holidays in the South West.

Why Last-Minute Holidays in South West England

A stay in a last-minute cottage in the South West provides the perfect opportunity to explore some of the most beautiful regions.

Will you escape to Cornwall? Renowned for its rugged clifftops, quaint fishing villages, and world-renowned beaches, where the sands are golden and there are watersports opportunities aplenty. Make sure you don’t miss out on any of the coast, with a walk along the renowned South West Coast Path.

Devon is a fantastic escape for all, as well as being known as a playground for explorers. Echoing Cornwall with its equally stunning coastline with sprawling beaches, as well as its own unique touches of The English Riviera, and the explorers haven of Dartmoor National Park.

Or perhaps you’d prefer a trip to Dorset, where you can venture into the Dorset AONB and go fossil hunting along the Jurassic Coast.

The outdoor and beach action doesn’t stop in Somerset, where you’ll find National Trust sites, waterside towns and villages, and historic cities. Along with Hampshire, where you can soak up the rich maritime history, views from its chalk cliffs, and enjoy the wildlife rich wonders of the New Forest.

Places to Visit During Last-Minute Holidays in the South West

You will be spoilt for which region to visit first during your last-minute break in the South West.

Take a trip to Cornwall, where in the North, you will find the charming towns and villages of Boscastle, Bude, Tintagel, Port Isaac, and Newquay. All of which offer beautiful beaches and fantastic watersports opportunities. Whilst in the South you can enjoy the popular locations of St Ives, Porthcurno, and Praa Sands.

Or enjoy some time in Devon, where you can explore the sought-after after destinations of Plymouth, Salcombe, Dartmouth, Torquay, and the bustling city of Exeter. Visit the impressive Exeter Cathedral, shop till you drop in the city centre, or dine at the wealth of restaurants on offer.

Experience the best of Dorset with a trip to the waterside towns and villages of Weymouth, which boasts a variety of family-friendly attractions, the awe-inspiring Lulworth Cove, Swanage, Poole, and Bournemouth.

Venture further to Somerset, where you can truly get out in the great outdoors in the Exmoor National Park, Quantock Hills, and Mendip Hills AONB. Be sure to visit the historic town of Bath, where you can visit the Roman Baths and relax in the Thermae Spa.

Types of Last-Minute Cottages South West

If you’re looking for a short break holiday to the South West with that special extra something, check out our range of cottages with a hot tub, cottages with a swimming pool, and luxury cottages.

Planning on bringing your pooch? We’ve got you covered with our collection of dog-friendly cottages and pets go free cottages. Or if you’re looking to get a discount, keep an eye on our pet-friendly special offers!

Begin your last-minute holiday to the South West with Helpful Holidays today!

 

 

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