Head to South Devon on holiday this September - whether you choose a chic cottage or an elegant country house Coast & Country Cottages can help you find the perfect base for enjoying the late summer sunshine.  Spend balmy afternoons gathering plump blackberries from the laden hedgerows, or lazy days making the most of the remaining warm weather whilst relaxing on the beach.  Below are just a few fantastic accommodation options to meet a variety of requirements.  For further options and savings, visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/special-offers.

For a happy holiday with your four-legged friend, book a pet-friendly property with Coast & Country Cottages.  With the South West Coast Path 'on the doorstep', this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty has countless walking opportunities - stroll along the beach playing 'fetch', hike to various fishing villages enjoying the picturesque flora and fauna found in the countryside at this time of year, or amble along the riverside with an ice cream.  Book a stay at The Old Chapel, a unique, dog friendly holiday home sleeping 8, situated within easy reach of Bantham village with its superb surfing waters and unspoilt sandy beach.  The property is VisitEngland Four Star awarded and has been converted to a very good standard, whilst maintaining many original features of the former chapel.  Prices start from £650 per week - for more information visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/OLDCHA    

Thinking September would be a great time for a 'babymoon' break with your new born little one?  Or perhaps, you are thinking of a last minute holiday for some rest and relaxation before your baby arrives?  Either way, why not enjoy a spot of luxury in the historic maritime town of Dartmouth - 21 Dart Marina is a chic and contemporary apartment (sleeping 4), offering the boutique hotel experience with the flexibility and freedom of a self-catering apartment, ideal for a couple and baby.   Walk in to town and enjoy a delicious cream tea in one of the cafes, before heading back to your apartment for a quiet evening admiring the stunning unspoilt views over the River Dart.  For tired new mums staying at this VisitEngland Five Star Gold awarded apartment, enjoy the complimentary use of the nearby Dart Marina spa, with indoor pool and Jacuzzi.  Prices start from £875 (for a couple) - for more information visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/21DART

Planning a fun weekend away with friends?  Why not choose a larger property like Sandpiper (sleeps 8) in the popular sailing town of Salcombe.  Hire a boat from one of the local companies and cruise along the picturesque coastline, before heading back to one of the many restaurants, where you can enjoy a delicious mouth-watering meal of locally caught seafood and produce grown in the area. Finish the day with a glass of something chilled on the sunny terrace at your property - the perfect way to spend a balmy September evening!   Prices start from £765 - for more information visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/SANDP  

For those in need of a spacious holiday property to accommodate a large family, Coast & Country Cottages have a great solution.  Book the elegant VisitEngland Five Star Gold awarded country house Holset House sleeping up to 12 - a wonderful base for exploring the region.  Walk along the Start Bay coastline together, enjoy a game of football in the gardens with the children or relax in the spacious gardens with a good book. With so much space, including a children's den and study, the property caters for the requirements of all generations of a family. Looking for an all-weather attraction to keep everyone amused?  Head to Pennywell Farm or Woodlands Leisure Park, for a day to remember!  Prices at Holset House start from £1469 (for a party of 6 people or less) - for more information visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk/cottage-details/HOLSET

For further September Getaways, visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk or call 01548 843773.

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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 2013 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.