Sitting Pretty Holiday Home – Croyde, Devon

A spacious and modern holiday home only a short walk from the famous Croyde beach with views to the surrounding hills.

Built in 2000, Sitting Pretty sleeps 6-8 and is found on the delightful Leadengates Field site, in a cul-de-sac of holiday homes built originally as wooden cabins by a local landowner. In the middle of the cul-de-sac is a green with grass and shrubs. There is a footpath to the famous Croyde beach a short distance away.

The home has three bedrooms and an open plan kitchen-diner and lounge. The kitchen is fully fitted with dishwasher,washing machine,fridge freezer and cooker. The lounge opens onto a large patio which has sun all afternoon and evening. The bathroom has a bath and integral electric shower. There is a double bedroom with a vanity unit and wardrobe and 2 twin rooms each with a wardrobe and a port-hole window.

Car parking is at the side of the home for 2 cars.

Website: www.croyde-sittingpretty.co.uk

 

The Old Chapel – Holiday Cottage – Dartmouth

The Old Chapel is an elegant and contemporary converted chapel tucked away in the tranquil village of Stoke Fleming just a short drive from the beach at Blackpool Sands, beautiful coastal walks and the lively and picturesque town of Dartmouth and the River Dart.

Converted from an old chapel, this property has been refurbished to the highest of standards whilst keeping the original charm and character.  Flooring throughout is solid French oak, apart from the kitchen which is natural green Spanish slate. The owners have thoughtfully included extras such as; an IPod port in the wall allowing music to flow throughout the house – each room can be isolated through an amp in the window seats, a phone in the living area and 2 bedrooms allowing incoming calls and wireless broadband for guests who bring their own laptop. Plus for younger guests you will find a high chair, travel cot, 3 stair gates, a steamer and intercom

Nearby there is a post office, village store plus a village pub within walking distance.

Dartmouth is steeped with architectural beauty, pretty narrow lanes and natural elegance, and is widely known as the jewel in the South West. Renowned for its boutique shops and galleries, delightful delicatessens, gourmet restaurants, harbour side and port it has something to suit every taste.

• A 3 bedroom converted chapel, sleeps 7
• Finished to an exceptional standard throughout
• Tucked away for peace and quiet yet close to the river town of Dartmouth
• Close to the beach at Blackpool Sands
• Off road parking for one car

Website: http://www.bluechipvacations.com/holiday-cottages/dartmouth-kingswear/the-old-chapel-holiday-cottage.html

 

 

Dartmouth House Holiday Home, Dartmouth, Devon

Dartmouth House is a four bedroom self-catering holiday home set over three floors with a huge 50 square meter deck overlooking the Dart Estuary.

The property has been recently renovated and is brand new throughout – furniture, flooring, kitchen, bathrooms, linen, etc. Located in the centre of Dartmouth, South Devon, the property makes an ideal base for exploring the local coast and countryside while remaining a few minutes walk from all local amenities.

Apart from the stunning house itself the beauty of Dartmouth House is it’s position, 3 minutes walk from the heart of Dartmouth, the house is set in an elevated position with panoramic views of the Dart Estuary, Kingswear and surrounding countryside and out to sea. There is a garden over three levels giving uninterrupted vistas for miles both upstream toward the ocean and downstream toward Dittisham.

Website: www.dartmouthhouse.co.uk

   

A Guide to Contemporary Self-catering Holiday Accommodation in Devon

With the cost of living in the UK increasing almost on a monthly basis and everyone feeling “the fear” of the credit crunch, people are foregoing their holidays abroad. While this is understandable, people can still have wonderful holidays nearer to home at the fraction of the price of an overseas holiday by visiting some of the more popular tourist destinations within the UK. The UK has many exciting and interesting places to visit, with self catering holidays in Devon coming consistently at the top of the list. With so many beautiful places to visit and a variety of diverse landscapes packed into an easily travelled area, this is hardly surprising.

Until recently one of the most popular ways to holiday in this popular destination was either camping or caravanning. However, the price of luxury accommodation has come down in recent years and although people have had to forego their holidays abroad, people still want a level of luxury and comfort for their holidays and a central location to act as a base to explore this beautiful part of the world. While Devon is famous for its traditional holiday cottages, there are also a large amount of 4 and 5 star self catering accommodation in Devon that are apartments, town houses, barns and lodges, all set in a contemporary style offering something a little bit different for your next trip.

No matter what you want from this beautiful county, you are guaranteed to find contemporary self catering accommodation in Devon that will match your desires. For example, Dartmouth is beautiful town on the banks of the river Dart at the heart of the South Hams, which is a convenient location to explore the rest of Devon and the perfect place to enjoy some time in a self catering apartment or holiday home overlooking the stunning river view.

Of course, this wonderfully diverse county is surrounded on both sides (to the south and the north) by sea and miles of spectacular coastline. So if you love the beach and are looking for contemporary self catering accommodation in Devon then how about enjoying a stunning town house or apartment in Torquay? Torquay is a popular holiday destination in South Devon and the largest town in Torbay sharing the bay with Brixham and Paignton. There many self catering apartments and townhouses in Torquay that overlook the stunning Torbay and are a stones throw away from some of the best family friendly beaches in Devon including Meadfoot, Torre Abbey Sands and Corbyn Sands.

Using a professional company that specialize in luxurious, contemporary self catering accommodation in Devon is the best way to ensure that you get all the features you and your party require in a quality let. With most of the professional companies you can draw up a list of requirements that you and your party have so that the property you get is the property you want, not just what is available. Also, choosing self catering accommodation through a professional company means you can expect to get good quality and well-maintained facilities and romantic and serene settings if you so desire. Many of these companies can be found on the internet and it is even possible to arrange your holiday from the comfort of your own home.

Visit Bluechip Vacations for self catering holidays Devon.

A Real Devon Holiday

It’s amazing, and distressing at the time, to discover in the western world you can feel desperately removed and wanting the comforts of domestic heating, lighting, and something, anything that reminds you of being in a house. Deciding to go to Devon by train on a camping holiday in mid march was easy. It was doing it that proved difficult. Arriving the first night, I found myself inside a tent, while outside was nothing but a howling gale. The idea that I would be here for four more days terrified me. I really, really wanted to not be there.

The inclement weather was unrelenting in the morning. There was no car to warm myself in. I hobbled out of the tent in the clothes I had slept in – it was too cold to change. Although I was with three friends who repeatedly told me they loved and cared about me, I felt the need to leave for civilisation immediately. My train booking was unalterable; my mobile phone was out of signal. I did have next months rent in my bank account that I briefly considered spending on a taxi home.

Amidst biting rain and driving winds I staggered out of the forlorn looking campsite to a payphone and meekly called my sister. ‘Please text me as much information as possible to do with getting out of Devon,’ were the essence of my demands.

A series of woeful texts ensued, all with sad and miserable news about £200 flights, cancelled trains, and flooded roads. I felt stranded. Utterly and miserably alone. The final text was simple: ‘Find a pub, get drunk, crawl into tent and sleep.’

No. I was going to fight for my salvation; not give in to the false promise of alcohol. Unlike my attitude to the weather forecast, the idea of topping all this crap with a hangover was enough for me to continue in my quest to get the hell out of Devon.

Yes, I was going to improve my situation and find some Devon hotels
to escape the elements and enjoy my time here. Devon accommodation should be plentiful and easy to find. It’s where people go on holidays; the weather was appalling so there should be plenty of rooms available.

The trouble was I was already in the middle of nowhere, and barely had the energy to get anywhere or do anything because I was already consumed with rage at my stupid decision to be here in the first place.

I walked for a couple of hours before realising finding a Devon hotel and then paying for it would be difficult and regrettable. An hour later I arrived at a pub. It was warm and the beer tasted good. I felt good. My Devon accommodation in the form of a tent felt good. As I tipsily walked out into the softening winds, I remembered my friends back at the campsite. My sister’s kindly advice was beginning to make sense.

Devon holidays are wide and varied with many Devon hotels offering very affordable accommodation during your stay in Devon.

Lantern House – Ilfracombe North Devon

A wonderful North Devon holiday home; perfect for families and large groups, comfortably sleeping up to 12 people with ample living space, stunning sea and harbour views, and a delightful enclosed, sheltered garden.

Lantern House is a Regency 4 storey town house set in a commanding position overlooking Ilfracombe’s beautiful natural Harbour, with dramatic views out to sea. The house is conveniently situatied within walking distance of the historic Victorian town, with its selection of traditional shops, high quality restaurants and cosy cafes.

Website: http://www.lanternhouse.net