Dog friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 14 - Kilkhampton (3mls NE), Devon

This fantastic property, situated just 4 miles from Tamar Lakes, is the ultimate place for a big getaway. Sleeping 14 across six bedrooms, this holiday home is ideal for families or a reunion with friends, giving you a great excuse to get together. Spend nights in the private hot tub, playing pool in the games room or simply sitting and relaxing in the stunning grounds of this 300-acre site.

The property, which is one of a few in a complex of similar homes, has a spacious, elegant feel. The open-plan living area is fresh and bright with exposed beams, a blend of tiled and wood flooring and a wood burner that takes centre stage. Cook up a storm in the superb kitchen where wood panelling and shining worktops give it an opulent feel; guests can chat while you cook at the breakfast bar before moving to the dining table behind.

Sizzle up a BBQ in the summer months and dine alfresco on the patio or under the pergola. Curl up on the comfortable sofas in the living area after dinner, surrounded by traditional furnishings and calming neutral colours. When it’s time for bed, take your pick of the peaceful bedrooms that all have neutral styling with their own unique pops of colour.

The handy ground-floor super king bedroom has doors that lead to a private patio as well as a stylish en-suite bathroom with underfloor heating to warm your toes. Upstairs, two double bedrooms have impressive en-suite shower rooms, while a king and a Super king room share a beautiful bathroom with a free-standing slipper bath. Children can settle into the family room with four single beds and an en-suite shower room.

Outside, the hot tub and games room are enough to keep you busy, but you’re also welcome to explore the 300 acres of farmland during your stay. Head off to the coast where you can enjoy bracing cliff-top walks or jump into the sea for surfing and swimming. Bude (9 miles) is perfect for both as there are plenty of surf schools and the sea pool offers a unique experience.

Hartland Abbey (12 miles) is well worth a visit, as is the nearby Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall if you enjoy a hike. Children will love a day at The Milky Way Adventure Park (12 miles) while the grown-ups may prefer a leisurely stroll around pretty Clovelly (13 miles).