South Devon is a wonderful destination for a holiday this Christmas, with countless opportunities for Boxing Day walks on the South West Coast Path and award-winning delicious local produce, perfect for the all-important roast dinner! From festive family gatherings to cosy couples getaways, Coast & Country Cottages has a fabulous selection of self-catering holiday properties available in this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, ideal for a relaxing break this December. Here are just some of the savings available:

Looking for a pet friendly retreat for a family Christmas away? The Linhay, near Dartmouth (sleeps 6) is a luxury VisitEngland Five Star awarded baby friendly barn conversion in the picturesque South Devon countryside. The property has a delightful wood burning stove ideal for roasting chestnuts. Don't forget to leave a mince pie out for Santa on the beautiful slate hearth on Christmas Eve! Perfect for a family break over the festive period, the historic maritime town of Dartmouth is just two miles away, with its boutique shops and award winning restaurants.  £100 off Christmas week commencing 20th December, now £975.

For a larger family gathering, the luxury VisitEngland Five Star Gold awarded property Kirkdale in Thurlestone provides stylish accommodation for up to 11 people.  Situated in the picturesque village of Thurlestone with its beach, shop and pub, this fabulous contemporary house is designed with socialising and entertainment in mind - the games room is perfect for children (and adults!) to relax in, whilst the open plan kitchen and dining room is the ideal setting for Christmas lunch. Hoping to catch the Queen's Speech, without any interruptions? Head to the TV room and enjoy watching it on the fabulous widescreen television.  Or why not take a refreshing afternoon family walk along the dramatic South West Coast Path, and burn off any Christmas over indulgences! Save £100 on the week commencing 20th December, now £2760.

The South Hams is also a great place for smaller families looking to enjoy a quiet break together over the festive period. Garden Apartment at Hillfield Village is a stylish ground floor property with beautiful French windows leading to the South facing terrace. Sleeping up to 6, the apartment is ideal for a family escape over Christmas - plus all the Christmas decorations are supplied! Guests at Hillfield Village can also enjoy the use of the children's play area, the all-weather tennis court and beautiful gardens. For golfing enthusiasts, why not enjoy a post-Christmas round of golf on the championship golf course at the nearby Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, where Hillfield Village guests enjoy exclusive Members Guest Rates on green fees and leisure facilities (including indoor pool and Jacuzzi). Save £100 on the week commencing 21st December, now £738.

For further information about Christmas availability, please contact the Coast & Country Cottages team on 01548 843773 or visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk.

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Notes to Editors

Coast & Country Cottages is a Devon based agency, marketing holiday properties exclusively in the South Hams. With an ever expanding portfolio of over 425 cottages, there is a range of options for those wishing to holiday in the area, from luxury apartments, to cosy thatched cottages, large coastal holiday homes and beautifully renovated barns. This friendly, local company aims to match customers with the right holiday property and location, and their locally based team can provide useful advice to help you choose the perfect location for your holiday in Devon. For further information and availability, to book online or to order your free brochure, visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk or call 01548 843773 today.

Editorial Contact: Victoria Rogers on 01548 843773 or email victoria@coastandcountry.co.uk. High resolution images are available