Holiday Extras
A holiday, or short break, is one of the most anticipated events of the year for many people. Often booked some time in advance, the location, type of holiday sought and property requirements are all finalised and the holiday then perhaps not considered in detail again by the holidaymaker until the packing begins. It’s only when trying to squeeze everything into the car that it occurs to you that you really have packed everything including the kitchen sink! And you haven’t given any thought to what you are going to do about food when you reach your destination…..
With the car bursting to the seams, ordering ahead is a good way of cutting down the luggage for a family. Local food hampers can be pre-arranged for your arrival from companies such as Goodstuff of Kingsbridge, containing all you will need and more for a hearty breakfast and/or ready prepared full evening meal. Wine, whether your usual tipple or the local award-winning Sharpham wine, can be delivered from Red & White of Kingsbridge whilst local deli company Red Earth Kitchen can supply good quality frozen gourmet ready meals – simply pop them straight in the oven whilst you unpack! For a taste of Devon at its finest, holidaymakers, many of whom may already use vegetable box schemes at home, are now able to pre-order organic vegetable boxes, milk, eggs and other items from Riverford Organics – this forward thinking local company have invested in a new van primarily planned for deliveries on Friday and Saturday arrival days for holiday homes. Supermarket deliveries can also be pre-ordered so you could even avoid packing the nappies and baby wipes (those for the journey excepted!)
If you enjoy self catering because of the flexibility and the ability to take breakfast when you want to, but really don’t plan on spending too much time in the kitchen, planning ahead can still save you considerable time and disappointment. Popular restaurants are often booked up well in advance particularly for Friday and Saturday arrival nights in peak holiday season, often resulting in wasted trips for those who have just arrived in the area and are looking for something to eat! Taking the time to plan ahead and book a restaurant table for arrival night, particularly if you are a larger party or want to eat earlier certainly saves time and guarantees you won’t be hungry after a long journey to Devon!
So with food all organised thoughts may then turn to holiday activities, unless you plan to spend the entire break relaxing with a good book! With so much to do in Devon, it’s sometimes hard to please everyone without cramming too many activities in and returning home exhausted. A bit of forward planning, booking ahead those that are ‘top of your list’, means you can save time and enjoy your well earned holiday too. Water sports are particularly popular and often get booked up during peak times in the main holiday periods, resulting in disappointment or wasted journeys. Our ‘Planning Your Stay’ brochure and website or the local Tourist Information Centres all give details of the various companies who offer water sports tuition, wet suit hire, sailing schools, powerboat hire, fishing trips and more – there really is something for everyone.
For those who prefer keeping their feet on dry land, an art class at Harbour House, Kingsbridge, or a visit to the theatre at the Flavel Centre in Dartmouth can be pre-booked before your holiday. Gift vouchers can be organised in advance for a tour around the 14 acre vineyard and winery at Sharpham near Totnes or for a guided farm tour, cookery demonstration and delicious lunch at the Riverford Field Kitchen also near Totnes – perfect if your holiday includes a special anniversary or birthday.
Thinking of birthdays, flowers, champagne, birthday cakes or even party catering can all be organised prior to your stay and, for special occasions, local photographers can be arranged to take photographs of you and your family whilst on holiday – the perfect way of commemorating the special day and an increasingly popular choice with visitors.
So by planning your stay in advance, pre-booking food or a few activities, thinking ahead about special occasions and any particular requirements, you may even have time left to finish that good book!
For a free Brochure including a ‘Planning Your Stay’ supplement featuring suggestions for making the most of your holiday, call Coast & Country Cottages on 0870 4050530 or visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk. A free Owners Guide is also available – call your nearest office: Salcombe (01548 ) 843773, Kingsbridge (01548) 852572 or Dartmouth (01803) 839499.
With the car bursting to the seams, ordering ahead is a good way of cutting down the luggage for a family. Local food hampers can be pre-arranged for your arrival from companies such as Goodstuff of Kingsbridge, containing all you will need and more for a hearty breakfast and/or ready prepared full evening meal. Wine, whether your usual tipple or the local award-winning Sharpham wine, can be delivered from Red & White of Kingsbridge whilst local deli company Red Earth Kitchen can supply good quality frozen gourmet ready meals – simply pop them straight in the oven whilst you unpack! For a taste of Devon at its finest, holidaymakers, many of whom may already use vegetable box schemes at home, are now able to pre-order organic vegetable boxes, milk, eggs and other items from Riverford Organics – this forward thinking local company have invested in a new van primarily planned for deliveries on Friday and Saturday arrival days for holiday homes. Supermarket deliveries can also be pre-ordered so you could even avoid packing the nappies and baby wipes (those for the journey excepted!)
If you enjoy self catering because of the flexibility and the ability to take breakfast when you want to, but really don’t plan on spending too much time in the kitchen, planning ahead can still save you considerable time and disappointment. Popular restaurants are often booked up well in advance particularly for Friday and Saturday arrival nights in peak holiday season, often resulting in wasted trips for those who have just arrived in the area and are looking for something to eat! Taking the time to plan ahead and book a restaurant table for arrival night, particularly if you are a larger party or want to eat earlier certainly saves time and guarantees you won’t be hungry after a long journey to Devon!
So with food all organised thoughts may then turn to holiday activities, unless you plan to spend the entire break relaxing with a good book! With so much to do in Devon, it’s sometimes hard to please everyone without cramming too many activities in and returning home exhausted. A bit of forward planning, booking ahead those that are ‘top of your list’, means you can save time and enjoy your well earned holiday too. Water sports are particularly popular and often get booked up during peak times in the main holiday periods, resulting in disappointment or wasted journeys. Our ‘Planning Your Stay’ brochure and website or the local Tourist Information Centres all give details of the various companies who offer water sports tuition, wet suit hire, sailing schools, powerboat hire, fishing trips and more – there really is something for everyone.
For those who prefer keeping their feet on dry land, an art class at Harbour House, Kingsbridge, or a visit to the theatre at the Flavel Centre in Dartmouth can be pre-booked before your holiday. Gift vouchers can be organised in advance for a tour around the 14 acre vineyard and winery at Sharpham near Totnes or for a guided farm tour, cookery demonstration and delicious lunch at the Riverford Field Kitchen also near Totnes – perfect if your holiday includes a special anniversary or birthday.
Thinking of birthdays, flowers, champagne, birthday cakes or even party catering can all be organised prior to your stay and, for special occasions, local photographers can be arranged to take photographs of you and your family whilst on holiday – the perfect way of commemorating the special day and an increasingly popular choice with visitors.
So by planning your stay in advance, pre-booking food or a few activities, thinking ahead about special occasions and any particular requirements, you may even have time left to finish that good book!
For a free Brochure including a ‘Planning Your Stay’ supplement featuring suggestions for making the most of your holiday, call Coast & Country Cottages on 0870 4050530 or visit www.coastandcountry.co.uk. A free Owners Guide is also available – call your nearest office: Salcombe (01548 ) 843773, Kingsbridge (01548) 852572 or Dartmouth (01803) 839499.
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