Slap-bang in the middle of the English Riviera, Paignton is probably most famous for its world-class zoo. However, you can’t hang a whole holiday on a trip to see the crocodiles, so booking one of our dog friendly Paignton cottages will show you that this charming town has plenty more to offer, whatever your interests.
One of the town’s most famous residents has to be the crime novelist, Agatha Christie. If you’re a fan, be sure to book one of our Paignton Cottages in September, as that’s when the International Agatha Christie Festival comes to town. With authors, artists, would-be-Poirots and Miss Marples all celebrating the Queen of Crime’s life and literature, the whole town transforms into a continual carnival – and there are more Devon cream teas to be had than you can shake a magnifying glass at!
Is Paignton best for Couples or Families?
If you’re considering booking one of our holiday cottages in Paignton for a break for you and your better half, you’re in luck- Paignton was recently voted one of the Top 18 Romantic Destinations in the UK. It’s got plenty of secluded beaches that are ideal for hand-in-hand walks at any time of year, rugged, romantic cliffs and a bevy of excellent restaurants to get wining and dining in. Cockington Village and Country Park is only a short drive away, giving you access to a picture-postcard village and the chance to scoff a scone or two at Cockington Manor.
For those who are booking one of our cottages in Paignton for the whole family, there are plenty of local attractions for everyone from tentative toddlers to monosyllabic teenagers. Paignton Zoo is the obvious one and a great way to spend a day, but don’t overlook places like the Splashdown Quaywest Waterpark, the subterranean spectacle of Kent’s Cavern, the Living Coasts aquarium in Torbay and Paignton’s Occombe Farm.
Paignton is a superb holiday destination, whether you’re travelling as a couple or as a family. With events, such as the Paignton Regatta, the English Riviera Film Festival and the Torbay Music Festival taking place throughout the year, you’re sure to find the break that ticks all the boxes.
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