The South West of England is an absolute must for anyone planning to rent holiday cottages in England, with regions like
Cornwall, Devon,
Dorset, Somerset, Bristol and the Isles of Scilly to choose from. Nearly half of England’s Blue Flag beaches are located in the South West making this a popular destination for holidaymakers who enjoy water sports, sun bathing or simply just enjoy the safety and cleanliness that comes with Blue Flag rated beaches. The ‘West Country’ as this region is also known, is the largest region in England covering nearly 15,000 square kilometres, with a spectacular coastline that includes world-class surfing beaches, safe family beaches with every amenity imaginable and hidden coves with crystal clear waters rivalling those of any European beach resort.
The tourist attractions in this region are many and varied, ranging from the world famous Eden Project in Cornwall to hidden treasures such as The Minack Theatre in
Porthcurno. Not to mention some of the best beaches in Europe including Fistral Beach in Newquay, Croyde and
Woolacombe in Devon,
Bigbury on Sea and the beaches that adorn the upmarket resorts of Torquay and
St Ives. If it’s good quality cuisine you are looking for, then the South West of England is spoilt with everything from a local organic patisserie to a Michelin star indulgence. More than two thirds of the holiday cottages in South West England listed here are less than 300 metres from the beach so in many cases a car is not required as the transport links in this part of the country are very good.