Luxury Holidays, Weekend Breaks and Short Breaks in South West England
Planning a luxury holiday, short or weekend breaks in South West England? Listed below are Britain's Finest places to stay, visit and eat in South West England to help you plan luxury holidays, weekend breaks and short breaks.
Swallows Nest (Self Catering)
Luppitt, Honiton, Devon
Features of the Swallows Nest include underfloor heating, organic bedding and a modern log burner, while a private patio area and garden is suitable for barbecues.... more
Brook Farmhouse (Bed & Breakfast)
Tedburn St Mary, Exeter, Devon
Breakfast is served in the oak panelled dining room, with homemade preserves and our own free range eggs together with apple juice made with the apples... more
Haynes International Motor Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Sparkford, Somerset
Exhibits include Schumacher´s F1 Ferrari, a Jaguar XJ220 supercar, a Dodge Viper and a large collection of American cars... more
Trevanion (Bed & Breakfast)
70 Lostwithiel Street, Fowey, Cornwall
The en-suite rooms are bright and airy and furnished with a modern feel with tea/coffee making facilities, colour televisons and hair dryers in each room. There... more
Trerice (Historic House)
Kestle Mill, Newquay, Cornwall
It houses fine fireplaces, oak and walnut furniture, interesting clocks, needlework and Stuart portraits. The garden has some unusual plants and the orchard has old varieties... more
Devon Guild of Craftsmen (Attraction / Activity)
Riverside Mill, Bovey Tracey, Devon
There is a varied programme of exciting exhibitions and events throughout the year featuring a wide range of craft, design and applied arts including metalwork, print,... more
Percy's Country Hotel (Restaurant)
Virginstow, Beaworthy, Devon
With most of the remaining ingredients required for the regularly changing menu coming from local, organic suppliers, Percy’s is one of the few restaurants in Britain... more
The Coach House (Bed & Breakfast)
Little Fountains, Dulcote, Wells, Somerset
The Coach House welcomes couples and small groups for weekends and midweek breaks and quiet getaways. Enjoy delicious eggs for breakfast from our own garden hens... more
Otterton Mill Centre & Working Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
Budleigh Salterton, Devon
Crafts, exhibitions, events, courses in environmental and art topics... more
Saltram (Garden)
Plympton, Plymouth, Devon
Lots of early spring colour from bulbs and shrubs give way to areas of wild flowers and herbaceous plants underplanting huge and ancient trees. Many varied... more
Royal West of England Academy (Museum / Art Gallery)
Queen's Road, Clifton, Bristol
The RWA's aim is to promote excellence and enjoyment of the visual arts. It was Bristol's first art gallery, built at its current site in 1858... more
Trenethick Farmhouse (Bed & Breakfast)
Trenethick, Trerulefoot, Saltash, Cornwall
Following in our way of living, our delicious breakfasts and tea trays are all organic as are the towels and bed linen. All the products we... more
Lowerstock Farm (Self Catering)
Bakers Lane, Wrington, Somerset
The apartments are fully-stocked with crockery, bedding and extensive cooking equipment, with reserved parking spaces and wireless Internet connection, with the option of both short and... more
Lynton & Barnstaple Narrow Gauge Steam Railway (Attraction / Activity)
Woody Bay Station, Martinhoe Cross, Parracombe, Barnstaple, Devon
The railway is now owned by a charitable trust, and almost all work is carried out by unpaid volunteers. The eventual aim is to re-open the... more
St Michael´s Hotel & Spa (Hotel)
Gyllyngvase Beach, Seafront, Falmouth, Cornwall
With stunning sea views across sub-tropical gardens and a sandy 'Blue Flag' beach to the glittering ocean and coastline beyond. All bedrooms are decorated in a... more
Strete Barton House (Bed & Breakfast)
Totnes Road, Strete, Dartmouth, Devon
Large guest drawing room with sofas and armchairs and open fireplace. The dining room overlooking the garden where a full English breakfast, fruits, cereals and toasts... more
Willow Tree (Restaurant)
3 Tower Lane, Off Tower Street, Taunton, Somerset
Or you might find that the Orient has taken over with pickled ginger and wasabi accompanying tuna and a shoot salad. Pork belly with superlative crackling... more
The Pilgrim's at Lovington (Small Hotel / Inn)
Lovington, Castle Cary, Somerset
Think King-Size beds, roll-top baths and Egyptian cotton bedlinen. A good selection of local and international ales can be had along with some rather fine local... more
Town Barton (Bed & Breakfast)
Doddiscombsleigh, Exeter, Devon
Three miles from the A38 and four miles from the A30, Town Barton provides quiet, spacious accommodation off the beaten track, both for business travellers and... more
Stablegrove Bed & Breakfast (Bed & Breakfast)
West Hay Road, Wrington, Bristol, Somerset
All rooms have been tastefully refurbished and have all the facilities expected by todays discerning guest - Freeview digital flat screen TVs, free Wi-Fi, hospitality trays,... more
The Victoria Hotel (Hotel)
The Esplanade, Sidmouth, Devon
All bedrooms are furnished to a high standard and are well appointed. The majority are south facing with magnificent coastal views, some with private balconies... more
Ocean Spa (Spa)
Soar Mill Cove Hotel, Soar Mill Cove, Marlborough, Salcombe, Devon
Relax on the loungers on the sun deck or take a stroll allong the unspoilt sandy beach of Soar Mill Cove. For the more energetic there... more
The Devonshire Arms (Small Hotel / Inn)
Long Sutton, Langport, Somerset
The friendly staff are always on hand to ensure your visit is an enjoyable one. There are nine bedrooms, all individually designed in a fresh modern... more
Northcote Manor (Hotel)
Burrington, Umberleigh, Devon
Dining at Northcote Manor is an experience to savour. The elegantly understated Manor House Restaurant makes the perfect setting for a relaxing meal, whatever the occasion... more
Trengwainton Garden (Garden)
Madron, Penzance, Cornwall
The walled gardens contain many rare and unusual species, which are difficult to grow in the open anywhere else in the country. Many of the plants... more
Halftides Cottage (Self Catering)
Laflouder Lane, Mullion, Cornwall
The cottage's interior is made up of comfortable and homely furnishings, there is a log-burner and DVD player to enjoy, while the kitchen allows for complete... more
Middle Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Dinder, Wells, Somerset
You would be our only guests, with the use of your own sitting-room and dining-room. We have an attracitve garden... more
Beaconsfield Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Easton, Wells, Somerset
All rooms have TV, CD player, minibar, hairdryer, beverage making facilities and luxurious bathrobes. A warm welcome is guaranteed with a choice of sumptuous breakfasts in... more
Orestone Manor Hotel & Restaurant (Restaurant)
Rock House Lane, Maidencombe, Torquay, Devon
Imaginative touches to main courses include buttered roasted lobster tail with battered claw leeks & wild herbs,fillet of Limousin Beef with Sauteed Fois Gras & Scottish... more
The Windsor (Small Hotel / Inn)
69 Great Pulteney Street, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset
Visit the Roman Baths, explore the Abbey, relax in the Thermae Bath Spa or discover the streets walked by Jane Austen. The Windsor has 15 beautiful... more
James Duckett at the Old Custom House (Restaurant)
The Strand, Barnstaple, Devon
A comforting split pea soup is enhanced with skate knobs, black pudding, parsley and lemon. A pan fried brill fillet on a salt cod colcannon with... more
Dart Marina Hotel & Spa (Hotel)
Dart Marina, Sandquay Road, Dartmouth, Devon
All bedrooms are furnished to a high standard, individually decorated to provide a stylish and relaxing environment, and offering river views. Experience a relaxed, chic and... more
Dolphin House (Bed & Breakfast)
8 Northend, Batheaston, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset
All have television and tea/coffee facilities. Breakfast is served in the privacy of your own room, or on the terrace... more
The Fowey Hotel (Hotel)
The Esplanade, Fowey, Cornwall
The hotel has held an AA Rosette for excellent food for nearly a decade, so dinner at The Fowey is always an occasion to look forward... more
The Old Priory Cottage (Self Catering)
Dunster, Somerset
The Old Priory Cottage has pleasing aesthetic features, such as a Victorian log-burner in an open fireplace, while guests also have a private courtyard to enjoy.... more
Stoberry House (Bed & Breakfast)
Stoberry Park, Wells, Somerset
Relax and enjoy a luxurious bed and breakfast experience in beautiful surroundings. Comfortably furnished reception rooms lead to tastefully and individually decorated bedrooms all en suite... more
Laburnum Cottage (Self Catering)
143 Wellsway, Bath, Bath & Northeast Somerset
Bath is famous for its historic attributes, with many museums to visit, Roman baths and the Theatre Royal, as well as hosting a number of sporting... more
Bucklawren Farm (Self Catering)
St Martin, Looe, Cornwall
Close to the coastal path and beaches, enjoy the historic fishing villages of Looe and Polperro. Plenty to do with walks, gardens, historic houses, golf and... more
Kingston House (Bed & Breakfast)
75 Avenue Road, Torquay, Devon
Within a short walk of the seafront, Riviera Conference Centre, harbour, Torre Abbey with its wonderful gardens and Torquay Town Centre. All bedrooms are beautifully decorated... more
Combrew Farm Cottages (Self Catering)
Combrew Farm, Bickington, Barnstaple, Devon
There are many facilities on offer for both adults and children to enjoy, including an adventure play area, a tennis and badminton court, a fitness room,a... more
Kernock Cottages (Self Catering)
Pillaton, Saltash, Cornwall
The Lynher Valley is one of many Cornwall locations known for its individual natural beauty, where visitors can enjoy the results of conservation from a community... more
The Two Bridges Hotel (Hotel)
Two Bridges, Princetown, Dartmoor, Devon
Staff are friendly and attentive yet unobtrusive. Bedrooms are individually furnished, some with four-poster beds and spa baths for that ultimate luxury... more
The Eden Project (Attraction / Activity)
Bodelva, St Austell, Cornwall
Its home is a dramatic global garden the size of thirty football pitches, nestling like a lost world in a crater overlooking St Austell Bay. Outside... more
The Post House (Bed & Breakfast)
Beaford, Winkleigh, Devon
Both our rooms are fully equipped with Freeview TV/DVD and tea/coffee making facilities. We have plenty of off road parking and, being situated on the main... more
Wells Cathedral (Attraction / Activity)
Cathedral Offices Chain Gate, Cathedral Green, Wells, Somerset
It is one of the most impressive of the English cathedrals and has survived eight centuries with all its associated buildings still around it - the... more
Hell Bay (Hotel)
Bryher, Isles of Scilly
A relaxed and informal hideaway in extensive private grounds. All twenty three suites have seaviews and balconies or patios... more
Fleet Air Arm Museum (Museum / Art Gallery)
RNAS Yeovilton, Ilchester, Yeovil, Somerset
There are four display halls that portray the development of Naval aviation from World War I to the Gulf War. Inside the Museum you can go... more
The Barton (Bed & Breakfast)
Belstone, Okehampton, Devon
The rooms are all newly renovated carefully retaining the original features and are decorated tastefully with a combination of antiques and new furniture. Come and make... more
Great Sloncombe Farm (Bed & Breakfast)
Moretonhampstead, Newton Abbot, Devon
A welcoming and informal place to relax and explore the moors and Devon countryside. The comfortable en-suite rooms have central heating, televisions and coffee/tea making tray... more
Trelissick Garden (Garden)
Feock, Truro, Cornwall
At its heart is the 20 acre garden, set on many levels, with fine open lawns, a superb collection of tender and exotic plants, providing year-round... more