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Experiencing the beauty of nature is not very hard to do while in Devon holiday cottages. The county has an abundance of foliage which would catch the eye of even the most rigid of critics. Experience the exquisite gardens of England while on holiday at Devon holiday cottages. A gem of nature located nearby in all directions.
An escape from the hustle and bustle of city life, Devon's vast variety of gardens is a truly down to earth experience. Connect with Mother Nature and take in the splendour of manicured lawns, intricately sculpted bushes and hedges and a wide variety of flowers so close to Devon holiday cottages you can actually smell its fragrance from your doorstep.
Clovelly Court Garden
This a classic Victorian kitchen garden with its original stone walls intact. Fruit bearing trees such as apples, peaches, lemons, fig and apricots are peppered all over this magnificent Victorian garden. Some Devon holiday cottages are Victorian inspired in architecture and visitors can continue the experience even if they are retiring for the night. Vegetable gardens and wild vines add an additional appeal to this well maintained natural work of art. Visitors are encouraged to take relaxing strolls of the garden; the formal garden has wrought-iron gates and unveils a spectacular view of Lundy Island. Aside from the strolls through the paths of the manicured lawns visitors can take the long walk into the woodlands into the quaint village of Clovelly. Devon holiday cottages are near here so frequent visits are convenient.
Killerton Garden
A masterpiece of William Robinson, tagged as the "Father of Wild Gardening", this garden has a spectacular tree line and can be considered a true work of art. Just a few minutes away from any of the Torquay holiday cottages; this garden is home to a sea of daffodils and bluebells. This garden is a huge estate that provides guests with the enjoyment of nature's magnificence and the joys of long walks through the garden and spectacular views of Devon's lush countryside. Located in Exeter, Killerton is just a short drive for visitors staying at Torquay holiday cottages which make it a worry free trip.
Abbey Park
Unlike other many gardens, Abbey Park is a pond and water rock garden. The highlight of this park is the Italian gardens in which Torbay palms of different varieties are on display. While on vacation, one expects or is always ready to spend. Abbey park admission is absolutely free. Torquay holiday cottages are close by rail and bus stations and the garden is accessible by public transport. In 2000, the park was planted with flowering cherries all the way from the Seafront which makes a spectacular new addition to the already magnificent garden.
Princess Gardens
Also located in Seafront the Princess Gardens is a stone's throw away from Abbey Park which is convenient for patrons of Torquay holiday cottages. The gardens take its name from Princess Louise, the fourth daughter of Queen Victoria. The crown and glory of this garden is a cast iron fountain given by Mr. H. Young of the Torbay Hotel. Visitors to the area can always stay in Torquay holiday cottages which are more than suitable and comfortable accommodations.
