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  • A view of houses and boats on the water at Dolphin Cottage Brixham
    54
    Galmpton, Torbay, Devon
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

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    Dolphin Cottage, a harmonious house located in the village of Galmpton, Devon, boasts stunning river views, en-suite facilities, and a woodburning stove. (Ref. 1129770)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher

    3 nights from £816

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  • An outdoor deck with a jacuzzi, wooden chairs, a table with an umbrella, and plants at Burrows in Venn Ottery near Sidmouth
    32
    Venn Ottery near Sidmouth, Devon
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Burrows is a luxury, detached, Grade II listed holiday home in Venn Ottery near Sidmouth, Devon. (Ref. 1152598)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £983

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  • Narracott Down - 1126499 - photo 1
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    62
    South Molton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Narracott Down, a standout holiday cottage resting by South Molton, Devon. (Ref. 1126499)

    • Wi-fi
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    • £93 off - Sat 29th Nov to 20th Dec 2025

    3 nights from £342

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  • Front view of a two-story house with steps leading to the entrance at Greenbank in Woolacombe
    35
    Woolacombe, Devon
    • Sleeps7
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsYes

      4.8★

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    A fabulous four-bedroom holiday home resting in Woolacombe, Devon. (Ref. 1104732)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £1060

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  • A house with a deck and outdoor furniture near a pond with ducks at Number 8 Lakes View in Brean
    57
    Brean, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. (Ref. 1081562)

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

    3 nights from £577

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  • A stone and wood house with a tiled roof and gravel driveway at Hoglets in Exford
    42
    Exford, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    This cosy, characterful cottage is located in the center of Exmoor, a short walk from Exford. (Ref. 1077329)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £499

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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
    32
    St Just, Cornwall
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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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)

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

    3 nights from £465

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  • A holiday lodge with a deck and outdoor furniture by a pond at Summerdown in Brean
    60
    Brean, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      4.9★

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    Summerdown is an attractive, single-storey lodge resting in Brean, Somerset, enjoying serene lake views and a short walk to a beach, pub, and shop. (Ref. 1172908)

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

    3 nights from £437

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  • Stone house with tiled roof and arched windows behind a stone wall and metal gate at The Old Schoolrooms in Holcombe Somerset
    43
    Holcombe, Somerset, Somerset
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    A beautifully-appointed, four-bedroom home resting in Holcombe, Somerset. (Ref. 1136517)

    • Wi-fi
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    3 nights from £991

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  • An exterior view of a two story stone house with a garden and picnic benches at Carthorse Cottage in Teignmouth
    29
    Teignmouth, Devon
    • Sleeps10
    • Bedrooms5
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    A tremendous barn conversion attached to an 18th century farmhouse on a livestock farm outside the village of Luton in Devon.Well-furnished. (Ref. 961472)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Swimming pool
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    3 nights from £1078

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Discover South West short breaks and make the most of your time with Helpful Holidays.

Treat yourself to a South West getaway

Is it time you had a break? Do you have a free weekend coming up you want to make the most of?

Helpful Holidays is here to provide you with a fabulous selection of South West short breaks.

All of the properties on this South West getaways page have short breaks enabled. This means when you book a 2, 3 or 4 night stay, you will get a short break price instead of the full weekly rental cost.

This allows you to make the most of your time. Forget budget rentals and B&Bs, think beautiful cottages in stunning locations!

Amazing locations for short breaks in South West England

Whether it’s a South West weekend away you’re seeking or a mid-week trip, there’s plenty of locations to choose from.

At Helpful Holidays, discover cottages in Devon in the wilderness of Dartmoor for a walking weekend, to the scenic beaches of Woolacombe for a beach break.

Check out Dorset cottages for a country bolthole escape, with the Jurassic Coast offering a beautiful backdrop to romantic South West weekends away.

Spend your weekend surfing morning till eve from a Cornish cottage, or tramp across rolling hills on a Somerset self-catering break.

Types of South West short breaks and weekends away

At Helpful Holidays, we have lots of different properties in the collection of over 700 South West cottages.

If you’re brining your pet pal along to your short getaway, pick from dog-friendly cottages across the South West.

You can find South West cottages with hot tubs or swimming pools too, perfect for maximising your relaxation time. Or if you're looking to holiday in a particular county, check out our range of short break cottages in Devon. 

Make the most of your time with a South West short break with Helpful Holidays. Book online or speak to one of our experts!

 

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