The Finest Stays Blog

Top informative blogs packed with advice on the best beaches, foodie hotspots, news and activities for your holiday in Devon.

May 22, 2023 | Activities, Beaches, Events, Family Days Out, News

Bantham Swoosh

Bantham Swoosh 2023 - The ultimate wild swimming adventure, an amazing 6km world class swim along the River Avon from Aveton Gifford to Bantham

May 18, 2023 | Activities, Area Guides, Beaches, Family Days Out, Hope Cove, Kingsbridge, Kingswear, News, Salcombe, Strete, Walks

Best South Devon Days Out

South Devon is a great place for a holiday, whether you’re a first timer or a seasoned visitor, you’ll soon discover there’s something for everyone.

May 16, 2023 | Activities, Area Guides, Dartmouth, Events, Family Days Out, News

Dart Music Festival 2023

The Dart Music Festival is in its 26th year and kicks off on Friday the 19th May 2023.

May 5, 2023 | Hope Cove

The Ultimate Guide To Hope Cove Accommodation

Hope Cove is picture postcard perfect with two stunning beaches, fabulous coastal walks and excellent Hope Cove accommodation options in our portfolio of luxury holiday homes. Some have amazing sea…

Apr 21, 2023 | News

10 Things You Must Do When You Visit Dartmouth 

10 Things You Must Do When You Visit Dartmouth There is an almost endless list of reasons why you should visit Dartmouth in Devon. Its rich history, stunning scenery, maritime…

Apr 20, 2023 | News, Property Owners

Maximise Your Passive Income: Investing In A Holiday Let

Maximise Your Passive Income: Investing In A Holiday Let Owning a holiday home can be both profitable and hugely rewarding, but the process is ongoing and needs to be treated…

Apr 18, 2023 | Activities, Beaches, Family Days Out, News, Salcombe

Salcombe Boat Hire

Salcombe Boat Hire Get chatting to anyone in Salcombe and chances are they’ll all tell you the same thing… ‘The best way to see Salcombe is from the water’ and…

Apr 16, 2023 | Hope Cove, News

The Best Places to Stay in Hope Cove

The Best Places to Stay in Hope Cove Hope Cove is a picturesque coastal village located in the South Hams. Its stunning natural beauty, with rugged cliffs, sandy beaches, and…

Apr 4, 2023 | Kingswear

Things to do in Kingswear, Devon  

Things to do in Kingswear, Devon Instantly recognisable with its rows of pastel-painted cottages, Kingswear is a charming village which clings to the steep hillside above the River Dart. Wander…

Mar 14, 2023 | Hope Cove

Why you need to visit the Hope and Anchor, Hope Cove.

The Hope And Anchor, Hope Cove Who doesn’t love a pub by the sea?  A cosy bolt-hole when the wind is whipping the waves into white horses in winter, a…

Mar 7, 2023 | Dartmouth

5 Reasons you Should Choose a Self Catering Cottage in Dartmouth

Dartmouth is a town for all seasons with a packed calendar of events scheduled throughout the year. So whenever you come and self cater in Dartmouth, there’s always something going…

Mar 7, 2023 | Area Guides, Dartmouth, Events, News

What’s on in Dartmouth in 2023?

If you’re familiar with Finest Stays you’ll know how much we love Dartmouth. Not only is the location stunning, the walking exhilarating and the nearby coves and beaches beautiful, but…

Feb 17, 2023 | Dogs, Hope Cove

Is Hope Cove Dog Friendly?

This post explores which areas of Hope Cove are dog-friendly and why you should come and visit.

Feb 8, 2023 | News

Salcombe Finest is now Finest Stays!

Salcombe Finest is now Finest Stays! Salcombe Finest started in 2013 with its first holiday let. From the outset it became clear that there was a gap in the market…

Feb 3, 2023 | News

Luxury Holiday Homes in South Devon

Holidays in South Devon are all about relaxation: whether that means sunbathing, surfboarding or sipping champagne on the golden sands.