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  • A house with a wooden fence surrounded by trees at Treetops in Southerton
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    Southerton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

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    An exceptional chalet-style accommodation resting on the outskirts of Newton Poppleford, Devon. (Ref. 16749)

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

    • 5% off - Tue 1st Jul to 31st Aug 2025

    7 nights from £633

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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
    • PetsNo

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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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    • Baby-friendly

    7 nights from £497

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  • A small house with a wooden door and two windows with a gravel driveway and a green gate at Cherryblossom Cottage in Winkleigh
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    Winkleigh, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

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    Cherryblossom Cottage is a charming, pet-friendly holiday cottage resting in the village of Monkokehampton in Devon with a toasty woodburning stove. (Ref. 1165367)

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    7 nights from £399

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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
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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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

    • 5% off - Mon 7th Jul to 16th Aug 2025

    7 nights from £399

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  • Front exterior of a single story brick building with windows and planters at Daisy Cottage Whitchurch Canonicorum near Charmouth
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    Whitchurch Canonicorum near Charmouth, Dorset
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms2
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    Daisy Cottage is a traditional barn conversion located near the village of Charmouth, Dorset, boasting countryside views and ground-floor living. (Ref. 1170835)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    • Baby-friendly

    • 20% off - Mon 28th Jul to 18th Aug 2025

    7 nights from £648

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  • An outdoor area with wooden stairs leading to an upper floor and lounge chairs on gravel at The Attic at Redmond Bottom in Wookey
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    Wookey, Somerset
    • Sleeps2
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    A delightful, first-floor apartment resting rurally in Easton near Wookey, Somerset. (Ref. 1126052)

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    7 nights from £414

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  • A fenced entrance with a wooden gate and private sign leading to a white building with blue oyster sign at Blue Oyster in Mullion near Lizard Point
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    Mullion near Lizard Point, Cornwall
    • Sleeps2
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    A beautifully furnished cottage situated in the picturesque village of Mullion, on the stunning Lizard Peninsula. (Ref. 957395)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Games room

    • £118 off - Sat 9th Aug to 16th Aug 2025

    7 nights from £364

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  • A house with a deck and outdoor furniture near a pond with ducks at Number 8 Lakes View in Brean
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    Brean, Somerset
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
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    A remarkable single-storey lodge resting on the picturesque grounds of Brean Country Club, Somerset. (Ref. 1081562)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from £618

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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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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    • Baby-friendly

    • 15% off - Sat 9th Aug to 23rd Aug 2025

    7 nights from £496

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  • A backyard with two chairs and a table on gravel and potted plants at Church Farm Dairy Cadbury near Thorverton
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    Cadbury near Thorverton, Devon
    • Sleeps2
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    Church Farm Dairy is a beautifully-presented barn conversion located in the quaint village of Thorverton in Devon. (Ref. 1139439)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
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    7 nights from £411

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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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