Blue Chip Holidays has today released its 2014 portfolio of more than 850 properties across Cornwall, Devon, Dorset, Somerset and The Isle of Wight, all of which have been held at their 2013 prices.  Available for a limited time only, customers can book and bag a bargain before prices rise later this Summer.

 

WHERE TO STAY?

1. DEVON

73 Brewhouse, an impressive two bedroom duplex apartment, situated within Plymouth’s architecturally significant Grade 1 listed Royal William Yard, can be booked for three nights in 2014 from just £283.  A peak week in August can be booked from £929.

 

Renovated by the internationally renowned Urban Splash this stunning 4 person apartment retains many significant original features including exposed
stone walls, stunning timber ceilings and immense beams. 

 

Its large open-plan living area comes with a ground level arched window that pours natural light into the room and provides impressive views out over the water.  Wooden beams crown the room while stairs lead up to a separate mezzanine living space situated in the rafters.  The two generous and beautifully furnished bedrooms have been stylishly finished with matching pure whites and natural woods that complement the apartment’s impressive beams.  For bookings visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk or call 0844 7044987. 

 

For bookings call 0844 7044987 or visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk

 

2. CORNWALL

 

The Rigging, an exceptional, traditional, white wash Cornish cottage for six set in the enchanting harbour village of Polperro, can be booked from £437 for three nights, rising to £1,709 in August

The Rigging has a large living room with a stylish corner sofa, provincial French-style painted furniture and woodland views.  Its large kitchen has been beautifully finished with hand-painted cabinetry, granite-finished worktops and the very latest in kitchen appliances.  It also has an attractive, large kitchen table for six where family meals and celebratory feasts can be enjoyed. 
 

Upstairs, over the two upper floors, are three bedrooms, each with views over woodland. 

For bookings visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk or call 0844 7044987.

3. SOMERSET

Located in the serene Somerset hamlet of Mill Cross, Flycatchers Lodge, a stunning luxury eco-lodge, set at the foot of the stunning Quantock Hills, can be booked for eight guests from just £409, rising to £1,589 for a week in August.

 

Situated in a nature enthusiast’s paradise with badgers, foxes, bats, and a diverse range of birds, this beautifully finished house overlooks a lake where dragonflies, mayflies, otters and a wide variety of wildfowl can be spotted.  Guests can fish for trout and carp, or simply spend time quietly enjoying the surrounding environment.

 

As well as having access to local riding stables, Flycatchers invites guests to bring along their bikes for the myriad of local trails.  Visitors looking to minimise their carbon footprint are welcome to arrange collection from Taunton train station. 

 

4. DORSET

 

Chisel Barn Foxditch, an attractive converted barn for four set in the rolling vales of Dorset near Blandford Forum, can be booked in 2014 from £262 for three nights, rising to £1,009 for a week in August.
 

Formerly used as a dairy and pony club camp, guest can stable their horse, if they have one, free of charge, and pets can come too.  There’s even access to a cross country course!

Overlooking the pretty Stour Valley, visitors have free range over the 70 acres of working farmland, which includes a private pond, wild flower walks and bluebell woods.  As well two en-suite bedrooms, the property comes with a large, well equipped kitchen and a spacious living room complete with stone flooring, original beams and a cosy log burning stove.  Outside is a landscaped lawn with terrace, table and chairs. 

 

Local attractions include The Great Dorset Steam Fair, the largest in Europe, which takes place from 28 August to 01 September.

 

For larger groups, Chisel Barn Whites Ground can also be booked, which sleeps a further 6.  To book, visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk or call 0844 7044987.   

5. ISLE OF WIGHT

Stay in Palmerston House, part of a stylish hidden Hill Fort on the Isle of Wight, from just £325 for six guests over three nights.  Built in 1863 Golden Hill Fort's imposing fortified structure rises sixty meters above the North West coast of the Isle of Wight.  Hidden by a grassy moat that disguises the structure as hill, this secret fort is a great place to take children.

 

Sitting proud on its perimeter Palmerston House is a luxurious duplex property for six, characterised by impressive brick barrel ceilings and large airy rooms.  As well as character rich features harking back to its time as part of the fort, Palmerston House has access to stunning landscaped rooftop gardens; the only ones of their kind on a Grade I listed building in the country.  A week in August can be booked from £1,469.  For bookings call 0844 7044987 or visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk

 

Notes to Editor:

 

For further Blue Chip Holidays information, contact Ewan Davy on 01803 881025 or 07792 625645. Email: ewan.davy@bluechipholidays.co.uk

 

About Blue Chip Holidays

For bookings call 0844 7044987 or visit www.bluechipholidays.co.uk

 

Set up in 2000, Blue Chip Holidays has become a leading force in high quality self catering with over 850 four and five star properties across Devon, Somerset, Dorset, Cornwall and The Isle of Wight. 

 

Ranging from Devon cottages and Cornish retreats to luxury self catering coastal houses, apartments and barn conversions, Blue Chip Holidays aims to provide a wide selection of stunning self catering properties to suit all tastes.  The collection includes pet friendly accommodation, family friendly accommodation, child friendly accommodation, accessible accommodation and more unusual properties such as converted chapels, eco retreats, and even sumptuous reclaimed shipwrecks. 

 

Many properties have a range of onsite facilities such as pools, hot tubs, indoor games rooms, gyms, and children’s play rooms.  Each is chosen for its stunning location, amazing coastal or rural views or hi-spec interior, and each is reviewed to ensure they meet the high standard set not only by Blue Chip Holidays, but also by VisitEngland.