31 Jul 2013
South Devon has long been known for its beautiful beaches, rolling countryside and picturesque villages. However, slowly but surely the region has also become a bit of a hotspot for food lovers, so much so that in the year to May 2013 50% of all visitors to the region cited food and eating out as one of the main reasons they holidayed here. Toad Hall Cottages www.toadhallcottages.co.uk have some fantastic properties throughout the region from which food enthusiasts can enjoy the area's many restaurants, vineyards, quirky eateries and food festivals.
Much of the area's culinary success is down to the landscape - the fertile soil and clean, temperate waters produce some fantastic local meat, dairy produce, seafood and vegetables which supply the wealth of local restaurants, gastro pubs, deli's and cafes. The award winning Seahorse at Dartmouth is a firm favourite with holidaymakers as is the Treeby Arms at Ivybridge run by Masterchef 2012 winner Anton Piotrowski. Other popular restaurants include Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall's River Cottage Canteen in Plymouth as well as at Tanners, run by brothers Chris and James Tanner, set in the beautiful Grade II listed Prysten House also in Plymouth. And to enjoy the region's fabulous seafood literally just off the boat, Brittania@theBeach at Beesands, The Oyster Shack at Bigbury and the Beach House at South Milton Sands, can't be missed!
As well as the many fantastic eateries, food and wine enthusiasts can enjoy wine and cheese tastings, and tours at Sharpham Vineyard, set on an idyllic bend in the River Dart near Totnes. Totnes is also where Riverford Organic began and holidaymakers can enjoy self-guided tours of Riverford's main farm there, as well as delicious meals in the Field Kitchen made using super fresh organic ingredients. Or spirits fans can take a tour around the famous Plymouth Gin Distillery, which dates back to the early 1400's and is the oldest working gin distillery in England.
To enjoy food direct from the supplier South Devon also stages several food festivals throughout the year including The Kingsbridge Food and Music Festival in July, The South Devon Crab festival which runs events in various locations across the region throughout August, and Dartmouth Food Festival in October. There are also 'Good Food' markets held monthly in Totnes and Plymouth showcasing sustainable and locally produced produce. These are widely regarded as the best food markets in the South West attracting thousands of visitors each month.
Toad Hall Cottages have over 500 properties perfect for food lovers visiting the South West. Court Barton is a group barns converted into holiday cottages in a tiny hamlet between Salcombe and Thurlestone. These lovely cottages enjoy the use of both indoor and outdoor pools, games room, tennis court and uninterrupted views down the valley to the sea. They are also perfectly placed for trips to The Beachhouse at South Milton and The Oyster Shack, and are a short drive to The Treeby Arms and the restaurants and attractions of Plymouth. Ten properties sleeping 4 - 6. From £383 per week.
Stable Cottage in Tuckenhay is well placed for the restaurants and bars of Dartmouth as well as being just minutes from Sharpham Vineyard and Riverford Organic. Situated on the banks of the River Dart with beautiful views across Bow Creek, this period detached stone cottage is very comfortably furnished and well equipped. Sleeps 4, from £383 per week.
Sail Cottage in Beesands is a pretty fisherman's cottage in a prime seaside location in the picturesque coastal village of Beesands, South Devon. Britannia @ the Beach fishmonger and restaurant is just a few steps away as are the beach, great local pub and the South West Coastal Path. Sleeps 4, from £383 per week.
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