The Finest Stays Blog
Top informative blogs packed with advice on the best beaches, foodie hotspots, news and activities for your holiday in Devon.
Hidden Instagrammable spots in South Devon
Hidden Instagrammable spots in South Devon There’s something undeniably magical about stumbling across a place that feels like a well-kept secret. In Devon, it’s not just the scenery that makes…
Dog friendly days out in Devon
Dog friendly days out in Devon Devon is a wonderful destination for a dog friendly holiday. So forget summer in the city, whether you’re a couple with your hearts set…
A Midsummer Celebration at Langston House
On a golden June evening, the gates of Langston House opened for the first time to welcome guests for a very special occasion to raise vital funds for the Morvargh Sailing Project.
Taste of Summer: A Food Lover’s Guide to Devon
Taste of Summer: A Food Lover’s Guide to Devon There’s something truly magical about summer in Devon. The golden evenings, the scent of sea air mixed with barbecues, and the…
Is your home ready to let? Everything you need to know before listing your holiday home
Is your home ready to let? Everything you need to know before listing your holiday home Owning a second home is a dream for many – a peaceful escape, a…
Torcross, Beesands & Slapton: Devon’s hidden coastal gems
Torcross, Beesands & Slapton: Devon’s hidden coastal gems Devon is well-loved for its golden beaches, bustling harbours, and charming towns like Dartmouth and Kingsbridge, but travel just a little off…
Walking The Salt Path: Follow in Raynor Winn’s Footsteps
Follow in Raynor Winn’s footsteps along the Salt Path in South Devon, staying in Finest Stays homes from Newton Ferrers to Salcombe and Torquay.
Indoor Activities & Rainy-Day Attractions in Devon
The ultimate guide to indoor Devon attractions & rainy-day activities perfect for families & couples. Plan a memorable rainy day out in Devon with Finest Stays.
Double Council Tax on Holiday Lets – Everything You Need to Know
From April 2025, councils will be able to charge double council tax on second homes. Learn how to manage your holiday let without paying extra council tax.
Totnes Walks
Grab your walking boots and join us as we delve deep into the countryside and explore the beautiful rivers and hidden inlets. Read our expert guide, discover some of the best walks around Totnes and step into the heart of south Devon. A walking holiday in Totnes certainly delivers.
Mothecombe & Holbeton walks
This secluded area of south Devon is a wonderful base for a walking holiday and some of our favourite walks in Mothecombe and Holbeton are easily accessible from your holiday cottage. Perfect for coastal hikes and woodland walks.
Holiday let Regulations
As a holiday home owner, it’s crucial that you’re well informed about the government's regulations for short term lets. These new regulations can have a significant impact on how you manage your holiday let. So in this blog we’re going to summarise the proposed changes to ensure that you, as an owner, can stay compliant and ultimately maximise the rental potential of your holiday home.
Understanding VAT for furnished holiday lets
VAT is a tax which is applied to certain goods and services within the UK. The standard rate applicable is currently 20%. Value Added Tax is deemed payable on a holiday let because it's considered by HMRC to be an investment. Basically when you let out your holiday cottage, you’re adding value and earning an income from your property.
Salcombe D-Day commemorations: What’s on?
Salcombe D-Day commemorations: What’s on? In June 1944, a U.S. Navy Amphibious Force of 66 ships and six Royal Navy escorts sailed from Salcombe, tasked to land on Utah Beach,…
Whats On This Spring
What’s On This Spring In South Devon? Spring is looming large and slowly but surely the days are getting longer and brighter. South Devon will soon be a horizon of…
