Devon and Cornwall

Exclusive guide to the best holiday destinations in Devon and Cornwall, independent reviews from award-winning travel writers

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Paschoe House. Luxury boutique Devon hideaway

Every detail has been considered. On arrival, there are home-made chocolates and cookies to go with coffee from the Nespresso machine or a tea from the tray

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What do you pack for a stay at The Cary Arms and Spa? “The Inn on the Beach”, as the strap-line advises, gives some clues.

The Cary Arms and Spa. Experience Wonderful beachside living in Babbacombe, Devon

With palm trees, stylish motorboats whizzing across the bay for water-skiing, seas sometimes as azure as the Med and bobbing white spinnakers – this could by the French Riviera.

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Talland Bay Hotel. A wonderful giggling surprise in Cornwall

Nothing classic, nothing ordinary, nothing safe. The Talland Bay Hotel is left-field quirky, a giggling surprise around every corner.

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The 25 Boutique B&B

The Awesome 25 Boutique B&B. Torquay

I’m sipping bubbly in the sunshine and eating a delicious homemade brownie, watching the birds in the front garden. Yes, The 25 Boutique B&B is the place to relax, and I’ve only been here 10 minutes.

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Solange Berchemin stays at Highcliffe, a modern and stylish B&B in Falmouth.

Highcliffe. Discover a stylish B&B in lovely Falmouth

After a long day exploring the Cornish beaches and hills, Highcliffe, an exceptional B&B where every guest is made to feel very special indeed.

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Andy Mossack tries out the GWR First Class Service to Devon and revels in its quiet sophisticated  service.

GWR First Class service to Devon. Enjoy quiet and sophisticated luxury.

There are a few reserved seats but an empty four seat table winks at us further down the aisle and we fall into its welcoming embrace. And I’m not kidding. Plush leather reclining seats, power sockets within easy reach, a morning paper, free wifi and free refreshments.

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