Winter Short Breaks in South West England

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  • The front exterior of a house with a stone pathway leading to a blue front door surrounded by bushes and flowers at Crablake Farmhouse in Exminster
    59
    Exminster, Devon
    • Sleeps12
    • Bedrooms6
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    This elegant, large detached farmhouse sits on Crablake Farm on the outskirts of Exminster, Devon. (Ref. 1089093)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    2 nights from Fri 11th Dec From €1325

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  • A stone house with a blue door and bay windows by a gravel driveway at Metcalfe House in Compton Dundon
    85
    Compton Dundon, Somerset
    • Sleeps17
    • Bedrooms7
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      4.6★

      Outstanding

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    Metcalfe House, a beautiful house resting in the village of Compton Dundon in Somerset, close to a shop, a pub, and with pet-friendly accommodation. (Ref. 1154930)

    • Pets go free
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Games room

    2 nights from Mon 30th Nov From €2059

    Last booked yesterday
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  • A large house with a garden and green slide in the yard at Nairn in Braunton
    69
    Braunton, Devon
    • Sleeps12
    • Bedrooms6
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      4.9★

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    Excellent detached house in Braunton. (Ref. 960056)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly
    • Games room

    2 nights from Sat 28th Nov From €2181

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  • A house with a pond surrounded by trees at Lower Moorwood in Moorwood near Bovey Tracey
    59
    Moorwood near Bovey Tracey, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    Moorwood House, a pleasing single-storey annex near Bovey Tracey, Devon, boasts a hot tub, enclosed patio, and proximity to Dartmoor National Park. (Ref. 1158218)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    2 nights from Wed 6th Jan From €796

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  • A pathway with hanging flags and flower pots at Tower View Cottage in Lympstone
    New property
    52
    Lympstone, Devon
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyYes

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    Alongside is a simply beautiful character cottage nestled into the riverside village of Lympstone, Devon, pet-friendly near shops, pubs, river, and walks. (Ref. 1206766)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    2 nights from Sat 28th Nov From €576

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  • A view of buildings and pathway at The Mill Barn in Lustleigh
    New property
    43
    Lustleigh, Devon
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

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    Lustleigh Mill Barn is a reverse‑level barn conversion situated in Lustleigh, Devon, boasting a woodburning stove, enclosed patio and pet‑friendly stays. (Ref. 1202234)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom

    2 nights from Sat 28th Nov From €392

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  • A modern house with wooden siding by a pond with rocks and bird statues at Defoe's View in Honiton
    60
    Honiton, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • Pet FriendlyNo

      5.0★

      Perfect

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    A luxurious holiday home set on five acres of land, on the outskirts of Honiton town. (Ref. 1040465)

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

    2 nights from Mon 4th Jan From €1072

    Last booked yesterday
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  • An exterior view of a building with wooden facade and plants at Captains Barn Tiverton
    New property
    23
    Cadeleigh near Tiverton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes

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    Captains Barn is a simply beautiful barn conversion settled into the picturesque countryside of Cadaleigh near Cheriton Fitzpaine, Devon, with a garden. (Ref. 1192716)

    • Pets go free
    • Wi-fi
    • Electric car charging
    • Dishwasher

    2 nights from Sat 28th Nov From €435

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  • A house with multiple windows and a brick exterior at The Arches in Torquay
    36
    Torquay, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • Pet FriendlyYes

      5.0★

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    The Arches is a ground‑floor apartment in Torquay, Devon, featuring enclosed outdoor space, off‑road parking and easy access to local amenities. (Ref. 1199680)

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

    2 nights from Sat 28th Nov From €400

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  • A large house with a driveway and garden at 2 Sheplegh Court in Blackawton near Dartmouth
    New property
    35
    Blackawton near Dartmouth, Devon
    • Sleeps2
    • Bedrooms1
    • Pet FriendlyNo

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    2 Sheplegh Court is a ground-floor, dog-friendly apartment in Blackawton near Dartmouth National Park, Devon, boasting an on-site pool and tennis court. (Ref. 1183715)

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

    2 nights from Mon 4th Jan From €464

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Winter short breaks in South West England

Stave off those post-summer blues by booking a winter short break in the South West. With Helpful Holidays you can pick from the best of Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset cottages.

Got a few days annual leave spare that you need to use? Need a quiet break before the chaos of the festive season begins? Or want something to look forward to in the New Year?

If the answer is yes to any of the above, browse these beautiful properties for your next South West winter short break.

Get to Know the West Country on a Winter Short Break

The magnificent scenery of the South West is only made more magical in the low winter sun. From walks through the Mendips on a frosty morning, to fish and chips by Weymouth Beach.

The towns and villages across Dartmoor make for lovely country retreats, with pubs home to welcoming roaring fires to keep you from the cold, alongside tasty, hearty food.

Cornwall’s amazing beaches may be deserted in winter, but the waters are populated with incredible waves and avid surfers. Head to Cornwall on a winter short break and find the best waves all year.

Find your ideal South West Short Break Winter Retreat

Helpful Holidays can accommodate you and your loved ones with a range of properties across the South West.

Bring a big group together at a large holiday cottage before you see in the New Year. Or choose to treat yourself and your loved ones to the finer things at a luxury holiday cottage.

Enjoy the lack of seasonal dog bans on a winter short break with your pet pooch, finding a host of dog-friendly cottages across the South West.

Book your winter short break in South West England with Helpful Holidays today! Book online or talk with one of our experts on the phone.

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