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

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 | Activities, Area Guides, Beaches, Dogs, News, Walks

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. 

Jan 9, 2025 | Activities, Area Guides, Beaches, Dogs, News, Walks

Thurlestone Walks

Explore the stunning coast and fill your boots on our Thurlestone walks. Relax and enjoy the undulating countryside, quiet country lanes, the headlands and beaches.

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

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.  

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.

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…

Aug 1, 2022 | Activities, Area Guides, Hope Cove

Why you should visit Hope Cove in South Devon

You may have stayed in Salcombe and not left the town and we don’t blame you, after all, it is one of the most stunning seaside towns in the country!…

Jun 15, 2021 | Activities, Area Guides, Salcombe

New Things to do in Salcombe for Summer 2021

What’s new in Salcombe?  Neatly tucked away in the Kingsbridge Estuary of South Devon, Salcombe is a stunning holiday location that is the perfect British getaway. Here in Salcombe, we…

Dec 1, 2020 | Area Guides, Salcombe

The History of Salcombe Harbour

Sitting comfortably in South Devon’s Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Salcombe has many hidden secrets behind its breathtaking scenes. The harbour is the Pandora’s Box of Salcombe, with tonnes of…

Nov 6, 2020 | Area Guides

Is the UK the safest place to go on holiday when lockdown lifts?

Have your summer holiday plans been cancelled because of the Covid-19 pandemic? Are you looking for safe places to go on holiday when lockdown ends? Are you considering a September…

Sep 18, 2020 | Area Guides, Salcombe

Why Salcombe is the best out of season destination

With the Covid-19 pandemic, there has been a downward trend in holidays abroad in favour of short, local trips. In this blog, we explore some of the reasons why Salcombe is the best option for a short stay this autumn.

Jul 16, 2019 | Area Guides, Salcombe

5 Reasons Why Salcombe is the Best Place to go on Holiday in the UK

Undoubtedly one of the UK’s favourite seaside towns, Salcombe is a permanent fixture on top 10 lists across a range of major travel publications. However, look past the rows of…

May 5, 2018 | Activities, Area Guides, Family Days Out, Salcombe

Top 30 Things to do in Salcombe in Summer

Summer is swiftly approaching, which means we’ve made it to that time of year where we all deserve a break. Whether you’re breaking away with the family or a group…

Feb 15, 2018 | Area Guides, Salcombe

10 Unmissable Views in Salcombe

We might be a little biased, but we truly believe that some of the most beautiful views in the world can be found in Salcombe in South Devon. Here are…