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We’ve got good news for you if you’re looking at large holiday houses in the West Country for 2021; we have luxury group accommodation for 10-14 people with amazing facilities like private pools, hot tubs, games rooms, BBQ lodges and children’s play areas – in other words it’s suitable for all occasions and all ages!

So, if you’re thinking ahead to when restrictions are eased now’s the time to book because from what we hear, holidays in the UK are going to be in high demand when things do get moving, especially large holiday houses in the West Country with top notch features like ours – after all, it’s one of the most popular parts of the country for tourism. And don’t forget, the Health Secretary tells us that he’s got his summer holiday in the South West booked and that we should plan for ‘a great British summer’. Well, if that’s what he says…

                      

If you’re looking for group accommodation for the summer we're sorry to tell you that we're fully booked, other than a couple of short breaks that are available at Herons Bank, so if that's of interest, don't dally, get in there now. Have you seen Herons Bank? Aw, it’s a stunner, even if we do say so ourselves – we are so proud of this luxurious and spacious holiday house! It sleeps 14 guests in 5 bedrooms and has a games room, and a fantastic spa hall with a pool, hot tub and changing rooms, and it’s all yours for the whole of your stay. The location is lovely and private with the most incredible views over the Devon countryside and the Culm Valley. The quiet town of Cullompton is just down the road and within just a few miles you’ll find plenty to see and do, with attractions and places to eat in all directions, and the coast just over half an hour away. New to Herons Bank this spring are a Scandinavian style BBQ lodge and play equipment and a trampoline for the youngsters.

 

                      

 

They’re great, those BBQ lodges, we’re big fans of them because they can be used anytime of year, so yes, you CAN have barbecues in the winter, even if it’s snowing! A BBQ lodge is so cosy then and it feels like you’re tucked away in an Alpine log cabin with a wonderful wintry world outside the door, whilst you’re all gathered together, nice and warm with blanket and fleeces to wrap up in, twinkly lights above you, and something delicious sizzling away on the grill. It’s a lovely atmosphere, it really is, an opportunity to relax and enjoy the company, to swap stories, tell jokes, perhaps play games, and if there’s a musician among you, get the guitar out, have a sing song.

 

We all like to dine alfresco in the warmer months, but you know what the English weather is like, it can let you down, but with a BBQ lodge, that’s not a problem. You can leave the door open, put the windows on the latch and tuck into juicy steaks and super salads with the summer rain gently pitter-pattering on the roof – but you’ll all be nice and dry and still having a barbecue! It’s like poking your tongue out at the weather and feeling smug because there’s no way it’s going to spoil your fun!

 

Anyway, where were we? Oh yes, summer – pretty much gone, other than those short breaks at Herons Bank, but there’s the autumn, and the winter, and do you know what? It will be so much quieter then, less holiday traffic on the roads, so if that tends to suit you better than the busy times, come for a holiday in the West Country then. It can still be warm well into September and October, but the beauty of our large group holiday houses to rent in Devon for 2021 is that it doesn’t matter. It really doesn’t matter because you’ll have plenty to keep you occupied indoors.

 

                         

Maybe there’s a very special anniversary or birthday coming up that’s well worth a few days or a week away celebrating with your nearest and dearest, though let’s face it, who needs an excuse this year? After months and months of being separated from our loved ones, our children and grandchildren, our best friends, any opportunity we can get to be together is going to be grabbed at, isn’t it? And what a brilliant way to regroup, in the comfort of a lovely big house in the country!

Don’t miss out on our large holiday houses in the West Country for 2021, we HAVE to seize the day and make the most of the long overdue opportunity to be together again. If you’re thinking of a Christmas or New Year get together, well, it’s even more crucial that you book as soon as you can because the festive holidays get snapped up very quickly in normal times. We can hope for normal, can’t we? There’s nothing wrong with looking on the bright side, things WILL be better soon. Make sure you’re ready – take your pick of our big houses in Devon for holidays and short breaks and book today!

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