The 'prettiest villages in Devon' revealed

Devon is home to some of the prettiest villages in England. With its beautiful coastlines, wild moorlands, gardens, and beaches, Devon has been described as one of the leading destinations for UK staycations.

The county even has its own Devon Day on Tuesday, June 4. To celebrate this national day, Marsdens Devon Cottages has picked its top six prettiest villages in Devon.

Here are the six as chosen by the holiday accommodation provider and what they had to say about them:

Clovelly

Clovelly is the jewel of the North Devon coast. To describe it as a pretty Devon village almost does the place a disservice – it’s beyond pretty. Clovelly is an exemplar of its kind, defined by its many narrow lanes lined with whitewashed stone cottages cascading down to a picturesque harbour.

Where to stay: Owl Barn At The Retreat | sleeps 8 + 2 dogs

Appledore

With its long history as a ship-building port, Appledore’s ties to the sea are everywhere you look. Sat a quarter of a mile inland from the Taw-Torridge Estuary, this large village is home to some excellent pubs and restaurants and offers beautiful coastal views.

Where to stay: Quayside Corner | sleeps 5 + 1 dog

Lynton and Lynmouth

The twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth are also known as Little Switzerland and it's easy to see where the nickname has come from. These pretty North Devon villages inspire thoughts of distant alpine places because of their cascading waterfalls, vertiginous views, houses and streets that seem to defy gravity, steep gorges and deep woodlands.

Where to stay: Ocean View | sleeps 4

Dittisham

Tucked away on a river inlet within the South Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Dittisham is a true hideaway in the sense that it’s certainly lesser known than some other South Devon villages, but no less pretty. The village is characterised by its pastel-coloured cottages and the brightly hued small boats out in the estuary.

Where to stay: Alpha Cottage | sleeps 4 + 2 dogs

Bigbury-on-Sea

Bigbury-on-Sea is an absolute smasher of a holiday destination with a winner of a beach and distinctive views that you’ll never forget. The beach centres around Burgh Island which can be reached across the sand or by a sea tractor. The village itself is a picture-perfect South Devon village with quaint cottages and friendly pubs.

Where to stay: 11 Beachdown | sleeps 8 + 1 dog

Salcombe

Situated in the South Hams district, Salcombe is popular for those that love sailing, and you can watch or get involved at Salcombe’s harbour. The village is home to some fabulous restaurants and pubs, and you will feel a world away from your day-to-day life here.

Where to stay: Magdala Garden | sleeps 4

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