Port Isaac Holiday Cottage Special Offer

Heather's CottagePort Isaac (25mls E), North Cornwall
Bedrooms: 1 | Sleeps: 3

This detached cottage situated to the side of the owner's farmhouse, has been sympathetically converted. Offering couples or small families an idyllic holiday retreat, yet enabling easy exploration of both the North and South coasts of Cornwall. Walkers will be in their element with farmland surrounding the property and the adjacent Bodmin Moor, where a wide variety of birdlife and animals can often be seen.

The pretty coastal towns and villages on the North coast are well worth the short drive. Port Isaac and Padstow are approximately 20 miles, from Padstow quayside you can enjoy a bite to eat at one of the many cafes or bars including TV chef, Rick Stein's bistro or restaurant. You can also catch the passenger ferry over the estuary to the beautiful sandy beach at Rock.

There is so much to see and do in this glorious area of North Cornwall including the National Trust property at Lanhydrock and the Lost Gardens of Heligan. For visitors who want to stay closer to home, less than a 5 minute drive is the historic Jamaica Inn made famous by Daphne Du Maurier's novel of the same name, where you can enjoy good food and a drink or two. Alternatively, The Old Inn at St Breward is well worth a visit.

Special Offer22 Jul 2011 for 7 nights.  Was £490.  Now £399

Find out more - Visit the Farm & Cottage Holidays Website

Polperro Holiday Cottage Special Offer

Inglenook Cottage
Polperro, South Cornwall
Bedrooms: 2 | Sleeps: 4

• A 2 bedroom cottage, sleeping 4.
• Inglenook fireplace.
• Pretty garden with furnished patio.
• Short walk to local pub, tearooms and Polperro harbour.
• Allocated parking for 1 car.

Inglenook Cottage is a beautiful two bedroom property situated at the top of the peaceful village of Crumplehorn in Polperro, within easy reach of the fishing towns of Looe and Fowey and just a leisurely stroll through the pretty village to the harbour front.

Internally the property has been furnished to a very high standard, featuring its namesake, a beautiful Inglenook fireplace and open fire. Externally the property offers a pretty garden with a furnished patio.

The village tearooms are within a two minute walk of Inglenook Cottage, as is the Crumplehorn Inn, a characterful 13th Century Inn offering hearty food. The picturesque village of Polperro can be reached within a leisurely stroll. Polperro is arguably one of the prettiest villages in Cornwall, characterised by a jumble of fisherman’s cottages and colourful boats bobbing in the harbour. Here you will also find a handful of shops, cafes and restaurants to enjoy.
Within a short drive you will reach Looe, a popular resort with gift shops, fish and chip stalls and a popular family-friendly beach. Be sure to also make the short drive to Fowey, a charming fishing town with a selection of boutiques and art galleries. Fowey holds many events throughout the year including the popular Fowey Royal Regatta and the Daphne du Maurier literary festival. If you feel like a day on the water you can hire kayaks and boats or join a cruise along the river.

Special Offer
23rd July 2011 for 7 nights - Was £1,319.  Now £1,060

See more details or telephone Blue Chip Vacations on 0844 704 4962

Amazing Holiday Cottage in Salcombe Available

The Custom House
Union Street, Salcombe

The Custom House is a Salcombe landmark sitting adjacent to the Lifeboat Station in the very heart of the town. Constructed in the mid 19th Century the property has spectacular views over the main Salcombe anchorage towards East Portlemouth and has been extensively refurbished over recent years to a very good standard throughout.

The house is ideally set up for one or two families but is also the perfect retreat for smaller groups looking to enjoy the spectacular location at quieter times of the year.

Gas fired central heating and hot water throughout. Regret no smoker or pets are permitted. Telephone available for incoming and local calls only. Mooring available (tides permitting) for a tender up to 8".

Main Features
Sleeps - 10
Changeover - Saturday
Bedrooms - 5
Linen - Yes
Towels - Yes
Bathrooms - 3
Pets - No
Parking - Yes
Smoking - No
Broadband - Yes
Security Deposit - £250

Find out more about The Custom House in Salcombe

Special Offer on Weston Super Mare Holiday Apartment

The New Castle Apartment
Weston-Super-Mare, Somerset
An exceptionally presented first floor apartment situated in a Castle, with breathtaking views over the Bristol Channel.

Bedrooms: 2
Sleeps: 5
Parking: Yes
Pets: No

‘The New Castle’ built in the early 20th Century as a fort folly, has today been transformed into a unique, stylish and luxurious self catering first floor holiday apartment which benefits from the onsite coffee lounge and weekend wine bar. It is set in an easily accessible location in the village of Kewstoke on the edge of Weston-Super-Mare and Worlebury woods (ideal for mountain biking, running or walking).The apartment has off road parking and offers stunning views of the severn coast and the unspoilt beach of Sand Bay.

The accommodation boasts a large open plan living, dining and kitchen area that extends onto a generously furnished roof terrace on which you can relax, enjoy a barbeque or simply soak up the atmosphere as you gaze across the Bristol Channel.

Weston-super-Mare is an old fashioned sea side town and is an ideal spot for a family holiday by the sea. The wide sweep of Weston Bay has miles of clean sandy beach, traditional seaside attractions and beautiful countryside and coastline to explore. Weston beach has a designated area for kite buggies, small land yachts and kite boards, while jet skiers, power boat users and other boats can launch from Knightstone slipway.

Away from the beach, undercover attractions include the SeaQuarium, the North Somerset Museum and the worlds largest dedicated Helicopter Museum. There is a wide variety of entertainment on at the Playhouse Theatre and the Winter Gardens to suit all ages, and an excellent selection of restaurants, cafes, and bars.

A varied programme of events goes on throughout the year. Highlights include Helidays, a 3 day helicopter spectacular on the Beach Lawns, and the national water ski-ing championships in July. All through the summer the amazing Sand Sculpture Festival takes place on the beach with incredible sculptures carved out of Weston sand. In October the exhilarating Weston Beach Race sees hundreds of motorbike riders racing over sand jumps for a test of bravery and endurance. In November the Illuminated Carnival features over 100 spectacular floats parading through the night time streets.

To the south of Weston-Super-Mare is the seaside town of Burnham –on-Sea and the Somerset levels are close by. This beautiful rural area is famous for its cider farms, cheddar cheese and family friendly pubs. The area is dotted with world-famous landmarks like Glastonbury Tor & Abbey, Cheddar Gorge & show caves, the beautiful Roman City of Bath, Wells Cathedral and Dunster Castle....the list is endless.

For the sporting enthusiast there are two fantastic golf courses nearby: Worlebury (less than a mile away) and Weston –Super-Mare (a classic links course), whilst Celtic Manor (host of the 2010 Ryder Cup) is only 40 minutes drive away. North Somerset is also a mecca for fishing whether it is sea, coarse or game and the owner, a keen fisherman and golfer is always on hand to offer advice and tales of the one that got away!

A cot, high chair and baby changing mat are available free of charge to guests with children (please state at the time of booking).

To get your holiday off to the perfect start , the following welcome packs can be placed in the property ready for your arrival:

Basic welcome pack - Bread, butter, cereals, marmalade/jam, back bacon and 6 eggs.

Luxury welcome pack - Bottle of red or white wine, chocolates and hire of two adult bath robes for the duration of your stay.

Celebration welcome pack - Bottle of champagne, chocolates and hire of two adult bath robes for the duration of your stay.

For more information on welcome packs, or to add one to your booking, please call the bookings team on 0844 704 4962.

• A first floor apartment with two bedrooms, sleeps 4/5.
• Situated in a castle with on-site coffee lounge and weekend wine bar.
• Designed and furnished to an exceptional standard.
• Breathtaking views over the Bristol Channel.
• Large sun deck with furniture and barbecue.

Special Offer
Save 10% until July 24th.
Price from £519 per week

See more details or telephone Blue Chip Vacations on 0844 704 4962

Holiday Cottages Available in Falmouth, Cornwall this Summer

Summer Holidays in Falmouth in Cornwall?  Take a look at the following stunning holiday cottages:

Maritime View

Falmouth, West Cornwall
'A spacious townhouse just a few minutes from Falmouth Harbour '

Bedrooms: 4, Sleeps: 8

Parking: Yes

Pets: Yes

• A 4 bedroom townhouse, sleeps 6/8.
• Set in a peaceful area of Falmouth.
• Close to Falmouth Harbour.
• Close to Castle and Gyllingvase Beach.
• Private garden at the front of the property.

Price from £569.00 per week

Find out more about Maritime View

Nightingale House
Falmouth, West Cornwall
'A stunning waterfront house with enclosed garden'

Bedrooms: 4, Sleeps: 8
Parking: Yes
Pets: No

• A spacious waterfront house with 4 bedrooms, sleeping 8.
• Stunning views of Falmouth harbour and out to sea.
• Located in the heart of Falmouth.
• Large enclosed garden with seating and barbeque.
• Parking for 4 vehicles.

Price from £1,319.00 per week

Find out more about Nightingale House

For more holiday cottages in Cornwall visit the following websites:
Falmouth,  Looe,  Mevagissey,  Newquay,  Padstow,  Penzance,  St Ives

Detox & Wellness Break at Bluestone, Pembrokeshire

Detox and Wellness Break at Bluestone, Pembrokeshire, Wales
4th January - 12th February 2010

The festivities are over and its time to be good to yourself. With just the remedy, Bluestone can offer a Wellness and Detox break that includes healthy eating and pure relaxation at our superb holistic spa.

To burn a few more calories try the guided history and nature walks with our colourful, local historian Terry John.

So this year, give your new year’s resolution a better chance of surviving to February at the least and get the New Year off to a healthy start.

Highlights

• Detox and Wellness: help will be at hand to recharge the batteries and get you through the start of the new year

• Breakfast and guided walk: explore Bluestone on our guided walk. Meet Terry for a breakfast rendezvous and then set out to discover the natural beauty of Bluestone and its surroundings with our history and nature walk.

About Bluestone
Situated within two Woodland vales and 500 acres of beautiful Pembrokeshire countryside, Bluestone is a 5 star holiday destination like no other.

Whether you're an adventurer, gentle explorer or simply want to relax and escape the hustle and bustle of daily life, Bluestone is re-defining short break holidays in the UK.

Bluestone comprises of 186 lodges set around a traditional Celtic village. This gorgeous village offers 30 cottages and 17 studio apartments, along with a range of shops, restaurants and leisure facilities.

Minutes away from the village is the amazing Blue Lagoon waterpark, which features a wave pool, lazy river, flumes, bubble pools and interactive play areas.

There is also the fantastic 'Landsker Sports Club', and a wide range of on and off-site activities.

Visit the Bluestone Website to find out more...

Holiday Cottages in Falmouth, South Cornwall

Holiday Cottages in Falmouth, Cornwall - www.falmouthholidaycottages.net

Falmouth is the ideal location for your holiday in Cornwall.  The area has a huge selection of holiday cottages and apartments to rent at all times of the year.

Situated on one of the finest natural harbours in the world, Falmouth is Cornwall’s leading South Coast holiday resort. An historic maritime town, it is now home to the world-class National Maritime Museum.

The twin castles of Pendennis and St Mawes stand guard over Falmouth’s natural harbour - the third largest deep-water harbour in the world.

Water is a constant theme throughout any visit to this area with the River Fal linking the cathedral city of Truro, the beautiful Roseland Peninsula and Falmouth itself. The town hosts major international watersports events and is a renowned venue for sailing. Regatta week is held annually at the beginning of August.

Falmouth's has an eclectic mix of shops and art galleries, cafés and restaurants which lie just off the waterfront.

Within walking distance you will find beaches offering safe, crystal clear waters, sandy stretches and secluded coves ideal for swimming and watersports. Further inland you will find ancient villages and cottages, lush gardens and hidden churches.

Sightseeing around Falmouth is a joy. You can take a trip on one of the many boats that ply the estuary, or hop-on and off the road train that in summer links the town, beaches and Pendennis Castle.

For holiday cottages in Falmouth visit www.falmouthholidaycottages.net

For other holiday cottages in Cornwall visit the following websites:
Looe
Mevagissey
Newquay
Padstow
Penzance
St Ives
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