The UK is not really short of gorgeous holiday destinations however it does seem that the bordering counties of Cornwall and Devon have more than their fair share of this natural wealth. It is little wonder then that options for self catering cottages abound. Nevertheless, all self catering cottages are not made the same and a little bit of research is required to find something that satisfies all of your requirements.

If you have settled upon the West Country for a holiday or break, among the toughest decisions is narrowing down the areas that might suit. The two counties of Devon and Cornwall are expansive so you will need to agree on a place which can give you as much as possible in a small radius. The Holsworthy area of North Devon is a great choice in this respect and also because it offers self-catering cottage options for those whose discernment and taste leans towards the luxury self catering end of the market.

Holsworthy is a traditional Devon market town, lying only a few miles from the Cornish border. It's perfect situation centrally places you for a wealth of holiday options regardless of what your taste may be. Holsworthy, as a base for your self catering cottage holiday home, is far enough inland to be sheltered from the ever changing moods of the coast whilst also being close enough to enjoy all that the spectacular sandy beaches of this region.

This area of coast is home to some fascinating geological formations which include outstanding cliffs with colourful stratifications and rock folds while the offshore jagged reefs have been the cause of many ship wrecks in ages past.

Very few areas in Cornwall and Devon offer such a wealth of options for diverse holiday activities from the sedentary to the energetic. Keen golfers can guest at the nearby clubs of Holsworthy, Bude and Launceston and fishermen have too many options to list here although be reassured that coarse fishing, fly fishing, freshwater and sea-fishing are well catered for.

Self-catering accommodation adds plenty of freedom to your holiday where all schedules are then your own. In choosing the region of Holsworthy for your holiday base you can be assured of cottages of 4 star luxury; a perfect self catering accommodation choice for those seeking as much comfort they could desire with the added extras of a swimming pool, tennis courts and an oasis like setting of privacy and relaxation.