Create an account. Beaches , Coastal , Days out , Family. We've taken a look at a few key aspects to help you decide which county comes up trumps! Will it be Devon, with it's pretty villages, romantic Dartmoor and connections to Agatha Christie?
Or will Cornwall top the leader board with its pristine beaches, mouthwatering pasties and world-renowned author, Daphne du Maurier? Read on to discover the merits of each of these stunning counties, or if you've already made up your mind, have a browse of our collection of cottages and start planning your next adventure. Devon and Cornwall cottages. In Cornwall, you are never far from the coast, whether it is the popular surfing beaches around Newquay such as Fistral and Watergate Bay, the secluded and quiet coves of The Lizard Peninsula or the likes of Sennen Cove close to Lands End.
In Devon, the north coast boasts the surfing hot-spots of Croyde Bay, Woolacombe and Saunton Sands, backed by rolling golden sand dunes. For more seaside inspiration, take a look at these 10 beaches you won't believe are in Devon and, and 10 more in Cornwall.
What about those traditional seaside towns, perfect for family holidays? In Devon head to Torquay, Paignton or Dawlish and make the most of seafront arcades, ice cream shops and busy pubs and restaurants. For something a little more sedate, Sidmouth and Budleigh Salterton are attractive seaside towns offering the perfect cream tea stop-off!
For more on exploring coastal Devon, read our guide. Devon coastal cottages. Cornwall also has an intriguing selection of coastal towns and villages.
Falmouth and Padstow offer a busy schedule of popular events while St Ives attracts artists from around the world and is home to The Tate Gallery and Barbara Hepworth Museum. For the younger generations, Newquay is the perfect combination of vibrant pubs and restaurants with a fresh coastal atmosphere. Why not explore more of the charming fishing villages in Cornwall with our guide? Cornwall coastal cottages.
When it comes to Devon vs Cornwall moorland, both counties benefit from mysterious and rugged moorland but Devon has two! In Cornwall, discover the standing stones, ancient buildings and river valleys of Bodmin Moor. Climb to the highest peaks of Rough Tor and Brown Willy and drink in the breathtaking views. Devon on the other hand enjoys two very different, but just as intriguing moorlands. Dartmoor lies in the south where majestic, towering tors give way to charming English villages and heather-clad hills.
Exmoor in North Devon breaks across the border into Somerset and stretches to parts of the dramatic North Devon coastline such as the iconic Valley of the Rocks. Stroll along the beaches where she swam, visit Burgh Island where she found inspiration, or visit the now National Trust-owned Greenway House, once the Christie family's summer holiday home. In Fowey, Cornwall, discover the legacy that Daphne Du Maurier left behind in the area where she lived and holidayed on and off since her childhood.
It's where she wrote her first novel The Loving Spirit, and drew inspiration for one of the most famous, Jamaica Inn. If you put aside, for a moment, the rugged cliffs around the coastline of Cornwall and the tucked away sandy beaches there, Cornwall has plenty more to offer. Some say that a visit to Cornwall is worthwhile just to get a genuine Cornish pasty. Then there are the cream teas which, to be fair, you can also get in Devon.
Food plays a big part when comparing Devon and Cornwall. Cornwall has a thing about locally produced food. Apart from the seafood you will find that the meat and vegetables that turn up on your plate in Cornwall, will have been reared or grown locally.
There has been, and still is, a serious level of mining. Some of these locations were used for filming the world famous Poldark series. Cornwall has been a favourite location for other famous TV series. Then there is Bodmin moor where Neolithic and Bronze age remains can be found and examples of medieval clapper bridges which are made from local slabs of Stone.
There is also a selection of stone circles. These are a typical site throughout Devon and Cornwall but more likely to be found near or on moorland. Unlike Dartmoor, in Devon, wild camping is, technically, not allowed. This type of visitor is welcome in Cornwall. Then, there are all the stories to do with Bodmin moor. There is the Beast of Bodmin moor which is another example of British folklore.
People in Cornwall have, for decades, reported sightings of a large black cat, believed to be either a panther or a leopard. The centre of attention for most of the sightings usually involves Bodmin moor.
The proud home of 14 Blue Flag beaches, Devon can assure visitors that wherever they are, an inviting stretch of sand will never be too far away. On the northern coast, Croyde Beach sits in a wide-open bay against a rural setting of undulating sand dunes and lush rolling pastures.
With over miles of coastline, Cornwall is blessed with access to the freshest seafood that the Atlantic Ocean provides, meaning its restaurants have a leading edge when it comes to serving up sumptuous seafood dishes. Traditionally consisting of tea, scones, clotted cream and jam, afternoon tea is available in tea rooms across Devon with certain establishments heightening the meal to an unmissable experience and one which is unique to Devon.
For an unforgettable outing, take your cream tea within the grounds of a medieval landmark at Bickleigh Castle. The award-winning beach is a popular haunt for local surfers thanks to its slow consistent waves and has been known to welcome seals and dolphins into the swell off its shores. The pretty property boasts a bold green aesthetic, quirky interiors and a characterful exterior, decorated with the work of local artists.
Live out a childhood fantasy with a stay in the Scandinavian style Treetops, Woody Bay pictured which sits suspended up in the forest canopy. Your private decking area overlooks a wooded hillside and leads directly inside via the large glass sliding doors which flood light into your treehouse. The boutique property invites guests to unwind and soak up some vitamin sea as they enjoy some escapism.
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