Fitness-friendly vacation rentals in South West England

We stayed in apartment 38 for a week in July 2021. It exceeded my expectations and the pictures do not do it justice (the pictures make it look a bit dated but it really isn’t). It is a lovely 3 bed apartment - very clean throughout. The bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor and the stairs lead up to the living area and kitchen! The kitchen comes with a fridge, dishwasher, cooker and oven. You also get all your basic cooking utensils and dishes alongside cleaning products including dishwasher tablets. One thing I would suggest is taking some tupperware to store your food in or if you want to make a picnic. The description also stated they provided cooking oil - but there wasn’t any - so it’s worth taking some if you want to make a full english in the morning. We ordered a Tesco online shop which was delivered straight to the apartment without any problems. Note, the pools (indoor and outdoor) are not heated so can be quite cold. The indoor pool area is a bit tired looking with the paint peeling off the floor - but the kids still had a fab time. The gym is also well equipped with weight and cardio machines…but again some of the padding on the machines are a bit worn. Overall we had a fab time, the views are amazing. Meadfoot beach is literally on the doorstep and the town is only a 15min walk away. Paignton beach (10min drive) is great for the kids if you want a bit more hustle and bustle i.e. Pier with arcades and fairground. Also recommend The Inn on the Green for lovely pub grub - they are directly opposite the Paignton pier and the staff were fab too.

I stayed with a group of friends for the weekend and we very much enjoyed our stay at Kathy's. Gorgeous property, excellent decor, stunning view and nicely walkable to everywhere we wanted to go. There were thoughtful extra touches provided by the host – and me and my friends love to cook, so we were very grateful for the well-provisioned kitchen and set of sharp knives. It was our first time in Stroud and we loved it!

What a lovely lovely house for a quick or long stay. Beautiful apartment decorated so nicely and extremely clean. The host was extremely helpful and very welcoming and answered the phone very quickly to any problems. Definitely recommend :)

I was extremely impressed when I arrived. The communication throughout was amazing and the accommodation exceeding what I was expecting. Loved the card and welcome pack. I feel their is nothing that needs improving and overall very impressed and would recommend and I would stay again xx

Great apartment, very clean and spacious. Everything you need is there and it’s really close to the town centre and all of the beaches. This is the second time we have stayed and we will hopefully return in 2023.

Marcus's place was great for our visit to Cornwall. The apartment was very clean and in a nice building. Within walking distance to lots of restaurants and two beaches. When we got lost during check in Marcus was available over phone and he called us again later to make sure we got in okay. Very friendly!

We stayed here for two nights. It was the perfect location to get to the beach in less than 10 minutes by foot. Lots of lovely restaurants and bars close by. Highly recommend this place and would stay here again if I came back.

Lovely apartment in secure block with plenty of space and filled with everything you need.

This is a very comfortable and generous flat for a couple: well-equipped, with a sunny aspect yet cool in hot weather (admittedly April so cannot guarantee this in August - no air con). Superb location for the beach and morning sea swimming. Quiet and yet only a short walk from a couple of nice bistros near the pier. Everything as per the billing. Maureen very quick to respond to any messages and this contributed to a very relaxing stay.

Really good, clean, well equipped apartment. Very well located for access to the town and beyond, although obviously that does mean there is a bit of traffic noise but not too intrusive. Had we been travelling in peak summertime, personally we would have sought outdoor space but the apartment was described accurately and suited our needs perfectly. Host is very responsive, helpful and genuinely polite and welcoming.

Lovey place in a good location with everything within a walking distance of

I stayed with Mike and Bert for two weeks while a house sale went through, I brought with me my high maintenance Bengal cat Kevin Bacon. During our stay Mike has gone out of his way to accommodate us, the accommodation is completely separate and lockable, I felt completely safe, I knew Kevin was secure and didn’t see any red flags. Mike is laid back and approachable, the perfect host. The bed is extremely comfortable and everything I have needed has been included with no extra costs or limitations. Bert is a very good boy and has been trained properly, he doesn’t go upstairs but he will bring you a shoe each time he sees you as a greeting, Bert was completely safe around Kevin when I took Kevin in the garden. There is easy parking at the accommodation and lots to do in the area, lots of walks, castles, stepping stones over rivers, sand dunes, beaches, horse riding and a decent selection of Pubs. If I ever end up homeless again I will be coming back! Thank you.

This is our 3rd stay here to visit our son at Warwick University. It's an ideal location, walkable if inclined. Always feel very much at home. We did find the mattress too soft and bouncy and the bed too small this time, but we have recently bought a new bed at home, so that's just preference. Always a warm welcome and great communication throughout. Looking forward to our next visit!

Very clean and comfortable place to stay. Easy access to nearby coastal path with a good pub opposite. The places is as described and clean - will definitely start again .

I had a really lovely long weekend which was a much needed break. My Son lives in Saltash which was probably a 30min drive away but staying here was just perfect. It was so lovely and quiet and waking up to the birds singing was a great start to the day. It was also just a short walk to get onto the moors and perfect for dog walking. I would certainly stay there again.

We had a smashing stay at this flat with our two little ones. It was ever so handy having the high chair, cot, and a nice little collection of books and toys for them! It’s split level but a sliding door keeps the children from the stairs. The view was absolutely lovely, a real treat to wake up to. The beach is just a fifteen-minutes walk away via a cute little park. If you indulge in the massive ice-creams at boscombe pier you could take a short cut back up a steep rd to burn it off! The walk from Boscombe to Bournemouth pier with a pram was about 25 minutes. The landtrain that normally runs between them wasn’t working or perhaps just runs over the Summer holidays. The owner was great with comms, really thoughtful checking in to see if we were alright. All in all, a comfortable and convenient spot for a family getaway by the seaside. We'd certainly consider coming back.

we stayed while working in the area. perfect home from home.

Our stay was wonderful. The house had everything that we needed and much more. There are a number of shops close by with a little Spar a walking distance away - amazing location. All the rooms were clean and lovely to stay in. The shower! I could have stayed in the shower for HOURS if possible! It was incredibly handy to have the washer and dryer available too! John made sure we had some milk and orange juice in the fridge, not to mention the amazing cookies ready for my coffee. We will be travelling back to Exeter in September again and will 100% be booking with Bez again.

The lodge was in a beautiful setting, perfect for families, a lovely safe environment. The accommodation itself was extremely spacious and spotlessly clean, the bathrooms were lovely, with towels and toiletries included. Upstairs was particularly spacious with amazing views. The hosts kindly provided us with initial provisions, like tea and coffee. It’s a great base to explore the surrounding area, and a lovely space to return to. I would definitely recommend this beautiful holiday home, and would return with my family.

A fantastic, super-equipped house, able to easily cater for all 12 of us! The pictures don’t do the accommodation justice and there is ample room with everything you would need for a great stay. The on-road parking was initially a small concern, but it needn’t have been as we never had a problem. The only thing I’d comment on is the stairs! It took a couple of us out with the fluffy carpet and tight corners! 😃 Perfect for family meet ups - would recommend!

This little estate is beautiful, the wildlife was amazing, I went with a toddler and my husband and very pregnant. Walkable playgrounds and a trampoline, swimming pool in the spa is lovely inside outside pool. Perfect for little one. Really enjoyed the peacefulness. Bank holiday weeks are very busy and everything requires to be booked so we were grateful to have several days without the peek of the holidays. House has lovely bedrooms. Was a much needed break after having to cancel a holiday to Greece due to pregnancy complications we picked this little village and was totally worth it. Day trips out to Cotswold wildlife is a worth a trip and Cirencester (we’ve been a few time is still a beautiful little town) worth bringing some essential you may need if cooking within the house.

We came and stayed for one night for a friends 30th , the house was perfect for our stay , we relaxed in the covered hot tub while it rained , had a good go on the karaoke provided and enjoyed the amazing surroundings. It was great i only wish we stayed for more than one night!

We had a really lovely stay this weekend for 2 nights as a little getaway. We had 2 toddler boys who loved having lots of toys to play with, the garden looked amazing too however the weather said otherwise! Frances was really great communicating with us & made us feel really comfortable.

Fantastic Host Truly delightful in every way , the property Had everything and more , a home from home . Communication from Sharon was excellent throughout Stunning location , we loved the beautiful gardens , the pretty little stream . We all slept so well . Thankyou for allowing us to stay , we loved it and will definately be back ....