Get away this May half term – cottages, lodges, caravans and attractions in the south west of England

Date: 2011.05.13 | Category: Cornwall, Cottages, Devon, Dorset, May half term, Places to go, South West England | Response: 0

If you haven’t booked your May half term break yet, don’t worry, as there is still plenty of action-packed or quiet and relaxed breaks available for you to choose from.

Visit the miles and miles of beautiful coastline that the South West has to offer, where you can enjoy sandcastle competitions, surfing and a wide range of watersports. Or for a more relaxed break, head to the Cotswolds; the essence of everything British. Hire push bikes and explore the beautifully preserved, charming towns and villages. Or don your hiking boots and take to the wild moorlands of the Peak District, taking time out to visit one of the many theme parks in the area to keep the kids entertained!

Whether it’s for the full week or just a short stay, for the whole family or just the two of you, there is something for everyone. Why not book one of the larger properties and get away as a group?

Take a look at a selection of self catering cottages, self catering caravans and lodge holidays in the south west of England:

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2 bedroom barn conversion in rural location with great views in North Devon: Ash Cottage sleeps 3, Combe Martin, Exmoor, Devon

Date: 2011.05.12 | Category: Cottages, Devon, South West England | Response: 0

Ash Cottage at Combe Martin is a pretty semi detached barn conversion is ideal for couples or small families, suited to all ages for year round holidays.

The cosy, open plan living room has comfy sofas around the woodburning stove for cooler evenings, and a new modern kitchen to one corner. There are two bedrooms off the hallway, the double with a modern iron bedstead and both are served by a modern separate bathroom. Radiating charm and character, this lovely retreat has its own patio and small garden to the front and the use of a spacious meadow situated across the courtyard provides a lovely spot for children to run and play.

Combe Martin is known as the ‘Gateway to Exmoor’; our cottages in Combe Martin offer you the best of both worlds, with easy access to the stunning coastal area of North Devon’s National Park and the ‘Golden Coast.’

Summary

• Sleeps 3
• Bedrooms 2
• Price Range £247 to £578
• Sorry, no pets
• Parking Available
• Short Breaks

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Fantastic family holiday offers to go to Walt Disney World, Florida. Disney savings on tickets and discounts on accommodation

Date: 2011.05.07 | Category: Places to go, Special offers - time limited, holidays | Response: 0

For most families, Walt Disney World in Florida is the ultimate holiday destination (actually, it should be said that it was a pretty cool holiday destination before the family too!).  However, for a UK based couple or family it is not always the cheapest, especially with the £ not being the strongest.  So some good news is that fresh for the 2011 holiday season Walt Disney Travel Florida have some brilliant new offers available, take a look at these…

14 day park ticket for the price of 7 – Visit all 6 Parks for less than £16 per day!

Book now and you’ll benefit from a 14 Day Ultimate Ticket for the price of a 7 Day Premium Ticket for travel in 2011!  The offer is for use throughout 2011 with booking dates until 30th June 2011.

21 Ultimate day Ticket: £259

14 day Ultimate Ticket for the price of 7 – Special Offer:£220

7 day Premium Ticket: £220

5 day Premium Ticket: £220

That’s twice as many magical days making your dreams come true! This offer is combinable with Free Dine 2011. Click here to find out more about this offer>

14 day park ticket for the price of 7 – Visit all 6 Parks for less than £16 per day!

Book now and you’ll benefit from a 14 Day Ultimate Ticket for the price of a 7 Day Premium Ticket for travel in 2012! The offer is for use throughout 2012 with booking dates 1st April 2011 – 30th November 2011.

21 Ultimate day Ticket: £274.00

14 day Ultimate Ticket for the price of 7 – Special Offer: £235

7 day Premium Ticket: £235

5 day Premium Ticket: £235

That’s twice as many magical days making your dreams come true. This offer is combinable with Free Dine 2012 & 15% early booking offer. Click here to find out more about this offer>

Save a guaranteed 15% on selected Disney Resorts for all 2012 arrivals

Stay close to the Magic and save a guaranteed 15% on your hotel accommodation. Staying in the heart of the magic can be even better value with this superb offer. Book one of our selected resorts before 31st July 2011 for stays throughout 2012 and we’ll take 15% off the price of your accommodation – leaving all the more spending to you.

PLUS book Disney’s Saratoga Springs Resort and Spa or Disney’s Old Key West Resort during our 2012 Free Dine Period and save an extra 30% on your accommodation giving you a huge 45% discount.

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This offer is combinable with 14 day ticket for price of 7 offer and Free Dine.

This offer is available for all 2012 arrival dates for the 15% discount. 2012 Free Dine travel period (see below for dates) for extra 30% with booking dates 1st April – 31st July 2011

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For all of these offers please see the website for full terms and conditions.

15% discounts on UK cottage stays of 7+ days in South West England in May and June. Cornwall, Devon, Dorset and Somerset self catering

Date: 2011.05.06 | Category: Cornwall, Cottages, Devon, Dorset, Latest News, Self catering, Somerset, South West England, Special offers - time limited, Whitsun Break, holidays | Response: 0

Let’s face it, 3 nights away in Cornwall Devon, Dorset or Somerset is just not long enough (after all, it was a pretty cold winter!) so give summer a proper welcome with a 7 night holiday and get a 15% discount.

Our holiday partners Blue Chip Holidays are offering all guests who book a stay of 7 nights or more a very handy 15% off holidays from 6 May – 25 June 2011. Just click here and use the discount code ‘Jun11′ when you book and you’ll save 15%, leaving you with a little extra for your spending money too.

Here’s the small print for the offer… your stay must be for 7 nights or more, and it must start between 6 May and the 25 June. You must also book between these dates to receive this discount, so why not plan an early escape this year and beat the crowds on the beach?!

If you are looking for a holiday in the south west of England this May Bank Holiday then check out some of the following:

• Holiday cottages in the South West of England
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Up to £100 off Whitsun Holidays on self catering across the South Hams in South Devon

Date: 2011.05.05 | Category: Apartments, Cottages, Devon, Latest News, Self catering, South West England, Special offers - time limited, Whitsun Break, holidays | Response: 0

With unspoilt sandy coves for sandcastles and swimming, miles of stunning coastal paths to explore and traditional past times such as crabbing, rock-pooling, sailing and surfing hugely popular, South Devon is a great choice for a Whitsun Break.  And if you book your holiday today you can save up to £100 OFF* and enjoy a fabulous break away with family or a loved one for Whitsun.

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*Offers apply to selected weeks and properties with Coast and Country Cottages, subject to availability. Not in conjunction with any other offer or promotion.

Book an impromptu Easter break in South Devon!

Date: 2011.04.16 | Category: Cottages, Devon, Easter, Latest News, South West England, holidays | Response: 0

The Easter holidays are here, and the sun is shining across the South Hams, the Southernmost tip in South Devon. For those thinking of booking an impromptu break away to celebrate Easter, we have some fabulous savings on a fantastic selection of properties.

As well as great choice of accommodation, there are also many things to do and many activities going on across Salcombe, Dartmouth and the surrounding coast and countryside for visitors of all ages.

Why not head to the South Devon Coast Path and enjoy the stunning views out to sea, relax in one of the award winning restaurants or visit one of the area’s popular local attractions? Living Coasts is a fantastic place to visit with the family.

The only coastal zoo in the UK, they have a fun packed Easter celebration planned from 9th to the 25th of April. Home to penguins, octopus, sea ducks, and for a limited time only, Easter bunnies, Living Coasts has a host of Easter themed events lined up, including the annual egg hunt! For more information visit www.livingcoasts.org.uk.

Check out some great holiday accommodation in the South Hams areas:

Ocean View, Hope Cove (sleeps 8 )

£100 off the week commencing 22nd April at this detached bungalow with superb uninterrupted views out to sea. Located in the pretty fishing village of Hope Cove, within a few minutes walk of the sandy beach, Ocean View is perfect for a family looking for a coastal retreat this Easter. This spacious property has an expansive terrace area perfect for enjoying the spectacular views from. The picturesque sailing town of Salcombe is just a few miles away, with its quayside, shops and restaurants. Now just £762, under £14 per person per night, based on 8 sharing.

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17 St Elmo, Salcombe (sleeps 6)

£100 off the week commencing 22nd April at this luxury, exquisitely furnished first floor apartment. The property is spacious, light and airy, offering stunning views of the North Sands valley. Enjoy an alfresco meal or early evening drink on the private balcony, or pack a picnic and stroll down to North Sands beach, a few minutes walk away. Salcombe town centre is just a 15-20 minute leisurely walk away. Now just £691, under £17 per person, per night, based on 6 sharing.

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Pebbles, Noss Mayo (sleeps 2)

£50 off the Easter weeks commencing 23rd April at this stylish Grade II listed barn conversion, perfect for a romantic getaway for two! Situated in the tranquil countryside near to the fishing village of Noss Mayo, this VisitBritain Four star Gold awarded property is finished to an exceptional standard, with a ‘seaside’ theme throughout. Enjoy the lovely views across rolling countryside from the living accommodation, relax in the shared gardens, or play a game of tennis with your loved one on the tennis court. Now only £345 for the week, under £25 per person per night, based on 2 sharing.

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Legoland Windsor is looking for Heroes this Easter. Legoland is open for Easter 2011 with great new family activities. Save 10% booking online

Date: 2011.04.12 | Category: Easter, Features, Places to go, Windsor, holidays | Response: 0

Legoland Windsor is ow open for 2011 season and they have a superb range of exciting activities to help parents keep their kids entertained this Easter.  So what is happening this Easter….

Ninjago spins in to Legoland Windosor (11-22nd April)

From the 11th April until the 22nd, the Ninjago Masters of Spinjitzo comes to the Beginning area.  See if you can beat the Legoland Master of Spinjitzu in the spinner competition to win fantastic Lego prizes. Pose for a photo as your favourite Ninjago apprentice, play the new Lego Minjago video game and see the amazing Lego models.

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Hunt for Wally (22nd-25th April)

So where is that Wally? Search for him in Minland or Pirate’s landing.  Join the Easter Hunt to find as many Wally’s as you can!

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Save 10% by boking tickets online

Currently you can save 10% on your day entry tickets to Legoland Windsor or 10% on the superb Merlin passes that includes entry to other major UK attractions. Find out more by click below….

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Brittany Ferries Poole to Cherbourg for just £59 each way, book the ferry and stay at Les Menhirs in Carnac Plage, Brittany

Date: 2011.03.22 | Category: Ferries, France, Holiday Parks, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, holidays | Response: 0

To celebrate the return of Brittany Ferries cruise ferry Barfleur on the Poole to Cherbourg service in 2011, for a limited time you can enjoy up to 7 days in France for just £59 each way for a standard car plus two – including free reclining seats! See their web site for terms and conditions.

With this great deal on the ferry crossing why not book a great holiday at Les Menhirs in Brittany. This park is within walking distance of the centre of Carnac Plage and the beach, it is a lively park with a superb water chute.

Located a short walk from the bustling seaside resort and fine sandy beaches of Carnac Plage, Camping LesMenhirs is an excellent choice for a lively family beach holiday or a great place for couples. The focal point at this park is the excellent swimming pool complex, with a giant waterslide and water chute and even a mini slide for the children’s pool. There is also a stylish covered pool and a bar and entertainment room where the park organise discos for all the family.

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20% discount on all weekly bookings in March and April with Cumbrian Cottages – see Tailor’s Cottage Staveley Windermere Cumbria

Date: 2011.03.21 | Category: Cottages, Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, Special offers - time limited, holidays | Response: 0

Cumbria Cottages are offering 20% discount on a week’s holiday booked for March and up to 8 April for 2 people.

Tailor’s cottage sits in the heart of this quiet village at the foot of the Kentmere Valley, a fabulous location from where to enjoy some superb walks and scenery. The property is a former workshop of the local tailor and is delightfully furnished and dressed with pretty Laura Ashley wall coverings and linens creating a homely quality feel throughout. Staveley has a super retail area, Mill Yard home to a cookery school, the famous Wilf’s Cafe, Wheelbase and even an organic wine retailer from where you can purchase your preferred tipple in refillable containers.

Tailors Cottage sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms, allows pets, has a garden and there is fishing close by.

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Mallorca in March & April save up to 30% on Villas – C’an Varella, Pollensa, Mallorca, Spain

Date: 2011.03.18 | Category: Latest News, Places to go, Self catering, Spain, Special offers - time limited, Villas, holidays | Response: 0

Go to Mallorca in March & April and save up to 30% on villas with pools. Enjoy one of Europe’s best-loved holiday hotspots this spring. Mallorca combines fun, sun and sand with simple, stunning beauty and timeless peace – there really is something for everyone. Explore the island at your pace with a Hoseasons Villa, take advantage of their extended low deposit offer, and enjoy a private pool for just a £25 deposit (see Terms and Conditions below).

Enjoy a great family holiday at C’an Varella in Spain; this villa is covered by the Hoseasons offer. C’an Varella is a 3 bedroom Villa in Pollensa that sleeps 6. This villa is pleasantly furnished in a mixture of modern and traditional styles, and makes a most attractive and comfortable holiday home, in truly spectacular surroundings. The delightful grounds are filled with fruit trees and flowering shrubs, and offer splendid views of the countryside, whilst the surrounding private land is excellent for walkers or for children to run around in.

Standing in peaceful and extensive grounds just 15 min walk from Pollensa town and 8 km from Puerto Pollensa, this charming and comfortable house is ideal for families looking for a relaxing holiday in beautiful countryside, yet close to all amenities. Bright, spacious and modern with beamed ceilings, it has an attractive veranda and extensive sun terraces around the large swimming pool (8.5m x 4m, depth 1m to 2m, with roman steps) as well as a built in BBQ.

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Terms & Conditions: Hoseasons currently feature a selection of villas in Mallorca offering reductions of up to 30% on arrivals from 26th March – 30th April. Selected properties only. The discount is applicable to the price of the accommodation only. Hoseasons reserve the right to withdraw or extend this offer. Subject to availability and their booking conditions.