Looking to explore the stunning South Hams this summer?  Why not plan a holiday based at Hillfield Village near Dartmouth, where it's not too late to book a luxury self–catering property - visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk for the latest availability.

A striking development of 28 individually designed properties sleeping 2-12, ranging from stylish apartments to fabulous lodges with private hot tubs, there are properties to suit all party sizes and budgets.  With acres of peaceful and beautifully maintained grounds, an all-weather tennis court, outdoor swimming pool and children's play areas there is plenty to keep everyone amused this summer.  

SPOIL YOURSELVES

Perfect for a large group looking for luxury, Hillfield Village's Valley View is a spacious property offering delightful accommodation for eight adults and three children.  This VisitEngland 4-Star awarded property has its own secluded mature garden and decked area with a private hot tub, where you can recharge your batteries whilst enjoying the unspoilt views of South Devon's rolling countryside. Visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/VALLEY/. Prices start at £1078 from June.

Hillfield Village's Vantage Point enjoys spectacular rural views whilst offering contemporary open plan living accommodation.  Sleeping eight, this superb VisitEngland 5-Star Gold awarded property has its own private sauna and hot tub situated on Vantage Point's fabulous 'wrap around' viewing deck.  Visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/VANPOI/. Prices start at £1397 from June. 

DRIVE 'N' DIVE

Hillfield Village is the ideal base for a golfing mini-break, where guests enjoy member's rates at both the nearby Dartmouth Golf and Country Club and Thurlestone Golf Club on the magnificent south coast. 

A five-star holiday away from the hustle and bustle is also the best time to pamper yourself. Dive in and indulge at the recently refurbished The Dartmouth Spa (situated at the nearby Dartmouth Golf and Country Club) where the smart indoor pool, sauna and Jacuzzi facilities plus beauty treatments await you. Member's rates are also available at Dart Marina Health Spa in central Dartmouth where more pampering treatments are available.

FLOAT YOUR BOAT

Hillfield Village is perfectly positioned to explore South Devon this summer, just three miles from the historic maritime town of Dartmouth and a 10 minute drive from a beautiful beach.  Book a special, personalised trip down the River Dart with a champagne picnic or cream tea onboard The Picnic Boat. Or hop on the 'round robin' and join the Dartmouth Steam Railway and Riverboat Company to travel by riverboat to Totnes, bus to Paignton and steam train back to Dartmouth. If paddlepower is more your style, hire a kayak from The Venus Company at Blackpool Sands, a sheltered Blue Flag award-winning beach just west of Dartmouth, and explore the coastline. 

ENJOY HEAVEN ON A PLATE

Dartmouth is a gourmet destination, with endless choice of restaurants showcasing the best of local produce, including The Seahorse owned by celebrity seafood chef Mitch Tonks. August is also South Devon Crab month with many special events, menus and crab trails around the Dartmouth area, celebrating the best of local shellfish.

Expand your recipe repertoire with fabulous fish, artisan bread or wood fired oven courses at Manna from Devon Cooking School, across the River Dart in the village of Kingswear.  And make sure you have enough holiday treats in the fridge at Hillfield Village with organic veg, fruit and meat boxes delivered to your door by Riverford Organic.

Whether you are visiting the picturesque South Hams for the first time, or are one of the many thousands of visitors who return to this beautiful area year after year, make it an experience to remember with a holiday at Hillfield Village, Dartmouth. Read 'The Villager', Hillfield Village's blog for up-to-date goings-on in and around Dartmouth: www.hillfieldvillage.co.uk/blog  and follow @HFieldVillage on Twitter.

Family-run Coast & Country Cottages is a Devon-based agency, marketing over 430 holiday properties exclusively in the South Hams. To book your holiday today, visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk or call the Coast & Country Cottages team on 01548 843773.

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For further information, photography or an interview with the owners of Hillfield Village please contact:

Danielle Camp or Hayley Reynolds at RAW PR and Marketing

danielle@rawprandmarketing.co.uk; Hayley@rawprandmarketing.co.uk

Tel: 01548 550 429

Twitter: @HayleyJReynolds