From the wilds of Dartmoor to the wooded hillsides of the Lyn Valley, Devon is undoubtedly one of England's most beautiful counties. Its overwhelmingly rural landscape means that catered accommodation is restricted to over-subscribed Bed and Breakfasts and hotels which are mostly concentrated in towns like Exeter and Barnstaple.
Devon is a great location for a family holiday in the great outdoors, with everything from beach resorts at Ilfracombe to rambling in the hills of Exmoor and tors of Dartmoor. It is a large county, but whether you want to follow the Tarka Trail, or walk down the Doone Valley, you can be sure there will be cottages open for holiday rentals nearby.
Most of Devon's holiday rental cottages started as farm buildings of some sort, and planning restrictions mean that many of them retain their rural charm on the outside. However, the cottages are generally renovated to 21st Century standards inside, with double glazing, TV, washing machines and fully-equipped kitchens. Families are well catered for in the higher end properties with games rooms, sometimes including full-size pool tables and large gardens for children to explore.
Despite the unpredictability of Devon's weather even during the summer months, the comfort of these properties gives great peace of mind. Moreover, a week's holiday rental of a cottage in Devon can cost as little as £300 - £400. During the peak season you can spend as much as £900 a month for one of the larger or more luxurious cottages, which still works out to be cheaper than a lot of hotels, especially if you have to book several rooms to accommodate a family of four or five.
To get the best of Devon's startling countryside and its friendly communities, renting a holiday cottage near Lynton and Lynmouth can be a good start. It is a useful base from which to explore North Devon, and is within walking distance of several beauty spots, such as Watersmeet (complete with a small but impressive waterfall) and the Valley of the Rocks. Separated by a steep cliff, you can travel up a funicular railway from coastal Lynmouth to clifftop Lynton, with plenty of stunning walks, shopping opportunities and several beaches and boat trips to nearby coastal attractions.
The twin villages also boast a concentration of well-equipped holiday cottages, from modest fisherman's cottages on the path to Watersmeet to grander hillside houses on the way to the Valley of the Rocks. Whatever your budget, Lynton and Lynmouth can provide some tempting accommodation options for your first Devon holiday.
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Vibrant Saturday Market in the heart of Topsham, a wonderful mix of food, gifts, clothes,vintage and homewares. Open from 8.30am to 1pm every Saturday.
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A great variety of 70 stalls to browse at the country markets every Thursday and Saturday from 8.00am to 1.00pm
I have visited this market on a few occasions when I have been in the area and have never been disappointed, as I wasn't this month! It is lovely to buy local produce and be served by such friendly and knowledgable staff - I particularly love the cheese stall as the selection of cheeses (all beautifully laid out), is wonderful! I visited last year just before Christmas and bought several hampers full of goodies as gifts. I love the book stall too and again bought several Christmas presents. Well done South Molton for providing such an ideal venue for local traders to sell their produce, and it seemed to be very well loved and used by the locals (and a few passing visitors too!) The coffee's good here too if you have time to stop, and the hygeine on the stalls and in the market ( in these difficult times), is a credit to them.
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Situated in the main square in Exmouth, this market has a variety of individual stalls and is worth an hours browsing. There are also several cafes nearby where you can enjoy a coffee al fresco, weather permitting.
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Historic Pannier Market selling a diverse range of local artisan produce and handcrafted goods in the heart of Devon. Over 50% of products and produce sold here are sourced from Devon and surrounding West Country counties. Tiverton Market boasts a beautiful Grade II listed Victorian pannier market building with full length glass doors. With many specialist traders here every week, there is so much to see and enjoy. Regular market days include: Mondays 09:00 - 14:00 - Second-hand Goods Market, Tuesdays, Fridays and Saturdays 08:30 - 16:00 - General Market , Wednesdays and Thursdays 09:00 - 15:00 Mini Market. Delicatessen and Café open all week (Tuesday to Saturday). Award-winning Night Market takes place on the first Saturday of the month (May to September). Facilities: •Pay and Display Parking is available adjacent to the Pannier Market (off Newport Street) (standard charges apply) •Public Conveniences including easy-access and disabled toilets available •Deli Street Market Café
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