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Apr 14, 2025 | Salcombe, Events, Food and Drink, Area Guides, Dartmouth, Kingswear, Walks, South Milton, Beaches, Noss Mayo, Dogs, Family Days Out, Hope Cove, Strete, Kingsbridge, News, Activities

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.

Feb 4, 2025 | News, Walks, Beaches, Dogs, Activities, Area Guides

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. 

Dec 9, 2024 | News, Walks, Beaches, Dogs, Area Guides, Noss Mayo

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.  

Jul 25, 2024 | News, Property Owners

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.

Jul 12, 2024 | Property Focus, News, Property Owners

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. 

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

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

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…