Holiday-Making Connections

Simply Owners was established in 2016 because of the changes large monopoly websites were forcing onto both holiday homeowners and holidaymakers.

At its core, Simply Owners connects holidaymakers directly with holiday-home owners, encouraging direct contact with 'no added fees or restrictions.' Rather than acting as a traditional 'middleman' that adds costs at checkout, the platform’s model is designed to help guests avoid booking fees and potentially save £100s on their self-catering holidays.

Simply Owners is a holiday cottage site where you can find self-catering accommodation (cottages, villas, apartments and more), contact owners directly, and book without paying extra booking fees. It’s built around verified owners and payment protection.

Advantages for holidaymakers

Booking direct changes the whole feel of planning a break. You can ask practical questions, clarify details, and get a more accurate sense of whether the place fits your trip (family logistics, accessibility, pets, parking, check-in quirks). Simply Owners is explicitly set up to enable that direct contact between holidaymakers and owners.

North Devon is made for self-catering: beach days, coastal walks, and easy day trips between villages, without being tied to hotel dining times. 

We have featured a few real examples of the kinds of places you can book in on Simply Owners North Devon Cottages:

The Bakehouse (Bideford) - 19 Sandy Way (Croyde) - Lundy Light (Croyde) - Echium Heights (Ilfracombe) - Jeremy Fisher (South Molton)

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If you are a holiday-home owner or holidaymaker visit Simply Owners website for booking advice or further information about the company and variety of locations

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If you’re the type of traveller who likes to shop around, it’s also worth noting Simply Owners’ 'Best Price Guarantee' messaging on the site, which is designed to support price confidence when booking direct.

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Moor Photography. Land of myths and legends.

Robber's Bridge, another bridge associated with the 'Lorna Doone' novel. It's in what was once "Bandit Country"on the Somerset side of Exmoor just along from the Devon County border at Malmsmead. 

The ford beneath the bridge crosses Weir Water which winds its way down through the valley. It's described as a good picnic spot but I think photographers would prefer not to have that description advertised. It has to be one of the most photographed locations on Exmoor National Park below the bracken laden moorland above, surrounded by ancient woodland, the view enhanced by converging streams, lichen, mosses and old overhanging trees, the colour and light changing throughout the seasons. Click here to view a Short video and other North Devon Focus videos on Youtube

North Devon Focus. Watching the changing seasons throughout the year, looking out and photographing events, nature, wildlife and places while walking on the North Devon coast and in the countryside.
All photos copyright Pat Adams (All Rights Reserved)

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Sundial Care Home Visits Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary

Sundial Care Home, based in Tipton St John, Devon recently enjoyed a day out in the community with a visit to Sidmouth Donkey Sanctuary.

Family members (residents) travelled together to the next town over in the home’s eight-seater car, supported by team members and volunteers. The sanctuary, which provides lifelong care and rehabilitation for hundreds of rescued donkeys, is a familiar and much-loved destination for the care home, with them having arranged regular visits throughout the years.

Family members spent time walking around the paddocks, meeting the donkeys and learning about their individual stories. Being around animals can have a calming and therapeutic effect, which supports wellbeing by encouraging conversation, and creating relaxed opportunities for social interaction. No outing would be complete without time to enjoy a hot drink and sweet treat in the café, which looks out over the donkey paddocks and rolling Devon landscape.

At Sundial Care Home, supporting family members to remain active and engaged beyond the home is an important part of everyday life. Alongside outings to neighbouring towns such as Sidmouth and Ottery St Mary - which offer opportunities for family members to visit familiar places and enjoy local surroundings, the home also hosts annual events, welcoming the community into the heart of the home.

These opportunities are available for those who wish to take part and are a way to support wellbeing through social interaction, and shared experiences.

If you would like to learn more about Sundial Care Home, please visit https://www.sundialcare.com/activities-in-care/