Sykes Holiday Cottages is an independent holiday cottage rental agency, with the finest selection of holidays across the UK and Ireland. Whether it’s a family-friendly holiday, a pet-friendly holiday or an activity and adventure-filled holiday, find your ideal UK break with Sykes Holiday Cottages. Our sister brands include Abersoch Quality Homes, Best of Suffolk, Carbis Bay Holidays, Character Cottages, Coast and Country Cottages, Coast and Country Holidays, Cornish Cottage Holidays, Dream Cottages, Heart of the Lakes, Helpful Holidays, Hideaways, Hogans Irish Cottages, John Bray, Lakes Cottage Holidays, Lake District Lodge Holidays, Lakelovers, Manor Cottages, Menai Holidays, Northumbria Coast & Country, Welsh Coast and Country Cottages and Yorkshire Coastal Cottages, and our family extends as far as Bachcare in New Zealand.

The Stables @ Merrydown consists of an open-plan living space with a kitchen equipped with an electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and airfryer, a dining area, and sitting area with a Smart TV. The bedrooms include a king-size room with en-suite shower, and a twin room with zip/link that can be a super-king upon request along with a separate bathroom. Outside there's off-road parking for two cars and an enclosed rear patio, furniture and hot tub. Sorry, no pets and no smoking. Within 1.5 miles you will find a shop and a pub. WiFi, fuel, power, bed linen and towels are all included in the price. Bring your loved ones year after year to The Stables @ Merrydown. Note: Step up to property, please take care. The owners request that you only book for a maximum of 4 occupants (including infants).

Dalwood is a small rural village resting in East Devon, among the idyllic Blackdown Hills AONB. Its facilities include a traditional pub serving food as well as a general store. Close by are some of Devon's most popular attractions. The market town of Axminster, lined with fine buildings, offers much to the visitor including an excellent range of amenities and a fascinating museum. To the western side of the Blackdown Hills you will find another market town, Honiton also holds much charm along with a museum and an art gallery. After your dose of undulating countryside, walking and cycling, you may wish to head to the coast, nearby there is a choice of wonderful seaside spots including Seaton, Lyme Regis and Sidmouth. All come with their own individual character and promise a fun-packed day trip to the beach with their activities and opportunities on offer.