Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 5 - Clawton, Devon

Soak up the sunshine, head off on woodland walks or simply enjoy the views from this tranquil, single-storey home near Clawton in Devon. Sleeping five guests, the three-bedroom property also enjoys shared access to an indoor, heated swimming pool and hot tub. You can also plan day trips into the beautiful Dartmoor National Park, 16 miles away, or to the coast at Bude 13 miles away.

Enter the property to find light-filled accommodation with ample space for everyone to spread out. Head through to the lounge to stoke up the wood burner and settle down to an evening’s viewing on the Smart TV. The kitchen/diner is a great space for cooking delicious dishes for your family and friends, then gathering round the table for lively holiday meals.

There is a handy utility room and a WC in this part of the property too. At the end of each fun-filled day, wander off to the super-king-size room, which has zip-and-link beds that can be arranged as twins if discussed in advance, the king-size room or the single room, where a cot can be set up if discussed at booking. There is also a family bathroom.

The shared, pool, sauna and hot tub building, with changing rooms and showers, is just up the driveway. The beautiful, enclosed garden is private and includes wooded areas, a BBQ for outdoor cooking and a fire pit, where you can sit out under the stars into the night. There is parking for two cars.

Drive into Bude to go to the beach at Summerleaze, where you can swim in the sea and the tidal pool. You can also shop and dine out here. Roadford Lake, in the scenic Wolf Valley, is 6 miles away and offers fabulous walking routes, as well as water sports and other activities.