Kids love wellies, umbrellas and jumping up and down in muddy puddles just as much as they love building sandcastles and splashing in the sea.  It is lucky for mums and dads then that a British holiday will not put a dampener on the kids' spirits. A trip to the West Country allows for plenty of outdoor splashing fun but with the added advantage of some fantastic indoor attractions and stylish holiday cottages. At least sunburn and dripping ice creams won't be a concern if the sun fails to shine...

"We Brits are very pragmatic about the weather; we have never been able to count on it doing what it should in the appropriate season. That is probably why the West Country has such great all weather attractions and why all our holiday cottages are extremely comfortable and have lots of added extras like hot tubs, games rooms for children and practical elements such as washing machines and tumble dryers in which case the weather ceases to be a problem." Sue Crouch, Senior Property Manager Farm & Cottage Holidays

Pencoys
Mullion, West Cornwall
http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/cornwall/west-cornwall/pencoys

This refurbished little gem sleeps six and is in a very popular area of Cornwall. The Lizard peninsula is renowned for quaint villages, ports and art. The remarkable craggy coastline is inspirational and it is close to the wonderfully fun Flambards adventure park. www.flambards.co.uk and Gweek Seal Sanctuary http://www.sealsanctuary.co.uk

Moor Edge Number One
South Molton, north Devon
http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/devon/north-devon/moor-edge-number-one

This is the sort of home that people think of when they want some country living. A large farmhouse kitchen, space, character features and five bedrooms sleeping ten people with the added bonus of a children's games room and a wood burning fireplace. Everyone can enjoy some space and comfort after a day spent at nearby Exmoor Zoo www.exmoorzoo.co.uk
 

Hendham Stable Barn
Dartmouth, South Devon
http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/devon/south-devon/hendham-stable-barn

Hendham Stable Barn is a modern barn conversion in the beautiful south Devon countryside which sleeps five over three bedrooms. South Devon is renowned for harbour towns, seaside locations and some great all weather attractions such as Woodlands Theme Park which is nearby. www.woodlandspark.com You can even bring your pet to this cottage!

Yew Tree Cottage
Wells, Somerset.
http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/somerset/yew-tree-cottage

Just three miles from Wells, the smallest city in England is lovely little Yew Tree Cottage a three bedroom barn conversion sleeping four.  It has a games room/play facilities but benefits from being close to the natural wonder of Wookey Hole, www.wookey.co.uk a trip here is inspiring come rain or shine.

Foyle Hill Cottage
Shaftesbury, Dorset.
http://www.holidaycottages.co.uk/dorset/foyle-hill-cottage

Eight people can enjoy the immaculate old-meets-new style of Foyle Hill with its balcony, bi fold doors, modern interior and games room/snug.  Dorset is packed full of things to do in wet weather including Sherborne Castle, once owned by Sir Walter Raleigh and Longleat in the neighbouring county.  http://www.sherbornecastle.com or http://www.longleat.co.uk

For further information please contact Helen Garrett on 01237 459889 or hgarrett@holidaycottages.co.uk  
You can also find us @farmandcottage on twitter or on facebook at www.facebook.com/farmandcottageholidays  www.holidaycottages.co.uk

Notes to Editor

Farm & Cottage Holidays (www.holidaycottages.co.uk) is a family owned and run UK holiday cottage rental specialist with over 30 years' experience and over 1500 properties covering Devon, Cornwall, Somerset; Dorset and the Cotswolds. The company provides a wide selection of hand-picked holiday cottages throughout the West Country, presenting them in a user-friendly way with an intelligent search facility, allowing you to not only search by location, price and size but also by features such as hot tubs, internet access, open fires and sea views.

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