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Holiday Cottages in Exeter

Searching for a spot for your next cosy cottage holiday? Full to the brim with history, culture and beauty, the ancient city of Exeter should certainly be on your list. Explore its endless fascinating sites, wander along the historic quayside or browse the many, many independent boutiques. What’s more, just a stone’s throw away from Dartmoor National Park, this part of the world is renowned for its stunning natural beauty. To top it all off, you’ll find some of the best cottages in Devon in the local area. Sounds perfect? We sure do think so! Read more

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50.701519, -3.727427

Butterdon is one of three historic Dartmoor self-catering cottages on the 50-acre Clifford Barton estate in the Teign Valley, a short walk from the River Teign and Fingle Bridge. There's plenty to keep everyone busy with a well equipped Games Barn, off-grid wood fired Hot Tub, Bike Pool and walks around Clifford Barton's stunning lake and beyond onto Dartmoor. Clifford Barton is exceptionally peaceful and its 50 acres of woodland, meadows, streams and lake are managed for wildlife so its a perfect location to unwind and enjoy nature. The converted barn sleeps up to five people in two bedrooms and is ideal for families, friends and couples. Dogs are also welcome. Exeter is 25 minutes away, and the South Devon coast is around 45 minutes by car. There's plenty to do in all seasons, whether you're the adventurous type and love to hike, climb, abseil, and mountain bike, or you enjoy sitting with a picnic and a great view. 

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £1000

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Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.701519, -3.727427

Bridesmere is a beautifully presented barn conversion, located in the stunning Dartmoor National Park. It sleeps up to 9 guests in three bedrooms and is one of three welcoming properties on the Clifford Barton Estate, where facilities include 50-acres of private nature reserve with a lake with sheltered yoga platform, a woodland platform for birdwatching, a games room and a wood-fired hot tub. The area is perfect for families and friends, especially those who enjoy walking, wildlife, cycling, wild swimming, and scenic views. Dartmoor's vast open moorland is a 20 minute drive, Exeter is around 25 minutes and you can reach Devon's spectacular coast in 45 minutes. Local attractions include Go Ape and mountain biking at Haldon Park, Castle Drogo, and Crealy Adventure Park. 

Weekly guide price:
£850 to £2050

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Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 7 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.851221, -3.512414

Accommodating large groups of up to 40 guests, Bickleigh Castle is a great choice if you are looking for a more intimate wedding, conference or staycation with your family and friends. Comprising of 11th Century Norman Castle, Saxon Chapel and cottages this fabulous venue stands in extensive grounds with the River Exe running through, nestling in the Exe Valley within a leafy unspoilt part of Mid-Devon's glorious rolling hills.

Weekly price:
Please enquire with owner
Short breaks from £2600 per night

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Min nights: 2 (off peak) | 2 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.695578, -3.673091

Relax in the comfortable surroundings of Lockhouse Farm Cottage in the gorgeous Teign Valley. It's a stone's throw from Dartmoor National Park and only a mile and a half from the famous Steps Bridge that crosses the River Teign. Guests have direct access to beautiful walks and bike rides from the holiday rental, which sleeps five people in two bedrooms and is dog-friendly. The self-catering cottage is ideal for couples or families and is self-contained with its own enclosed garden, sitting in the grounds of the owner's farmhouse. Exeter and Teignmouth are both within easy reach.

Weekly guide price:
£600 to £820
Short breaks from £114 per night

5  |   2  |   2  |   Enquire  |   Yes

Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (peak)

Preferred arrival day: Friday

50.718416, -3.832793

"Little Torr" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Drewsteignton sits high above the River Teign as it meanders through a spectacular steep wooded Teign Gorge. It is a chocolate box village with a cluster of ancient cob and thatched cottages surrounding a square, complete with shop, ancient...

Prices from £158 per night

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50.854908, -3.661906

"Shepherds Joy" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Cheriton Fitzpaine is a quaint countryside village resting between Tiverton and Crediton. The village is known for its plethora of historic buildings that date back to the fifteenth century, along with its cricket club that previously achieved...

Prices from £110 per night

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50.854908, -3.661906

"Shepherds Bliss" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Cheriton Fitzpaine is a quaint countryside village resting between Tiverton and Crediton. The village is known for its plethora of historic buildings that date back to the fifteenth century, along with its cricket club that previously achieved...

Prices from £110 per night

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50.844250, -3.719562

"Tawny" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Mid Devon contains the sizeable village of Morchard Bishop. It is a relatively tranquil village about 10 miles from Crediton located amid breathtaking rural scenery. The longest single spine of connected thatched houses from the 16th and 17th...

Prices from £124 per night

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50.564316, -3.480249

"Orchard Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Holcombe is situated between the seaside resorts of Dawlish and Teignmouth, and is in a designated conservation area with a picturesque village centre lined with pretty thatched cottages, a village shop and traditional pub. Holcombe's history...

Prices from £133 per night

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50.539916, -3.509332

"Shaldon Bridge Retreat, Shaldon" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Step inside and you’ll immediately notice the light-filled living space, enhanced by a distinctive shopfront-style window that gives the apartment its open and airy feel. The welcoming lounge provides a comfortable place to relax after a day...

Prices from £84 per night

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50.597517, -3.445491

"Sunny View" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Dawlish Warren, a mile-long sand beach near the mouth of the River Exe on the south Devon coastline known as the English Riviera, located a few miles north-east of the town of Dawlish. Dawlish Warren is home to a variety of stores that sell...

Prices from £132 per night

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50.621490, -3.412115

"Kathali Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Kathali Cottage is a charming two-bedroom holiday home in Exmouth, sleeping four guests. It welcomes pets and features a cosy, small patio area for relaxing. Perfect for a comfortable and pet-friendly seaside getaway.. Ground Floor:...

Prices from £101 per night

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50.760956, -3.700735

"1 Bed Cottage in Crediton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - Sleeps 2+2 (double sofa bed upon request) - 1 bedroom with double bed - 1 shower room with shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave and...

Prices from £196 per night

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50.648800, -3.387060

"1 Bed Cottage in Exmouth" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bedroom - 1 shower room with a large walk-in shower and WC - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee...

Prices from £168 per night

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50.672708, -3.704368

"The Coach House at Thorn Farm" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Moretonhampstead, is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs and an open-air swimming pool to...

Prices from £282 per night

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50.640788, -3.782494

"Little Gate Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Chagford is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs. Chagford also has more active facilities...

Prices from £147 per night

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50.760956, -3.700735

"1 Bed Cottage in Crediton" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 1 king-size bedroom - 1 shower room with a shower cubicle and WC - Microwave oven, induction hob, fridge with freezer compartment - Smart TV in the...

Prices from £182 per night

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50.551267, -3.623206

"Twelve Oaks Farmhouse" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 10 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot, with its pleasant environment and flourishing palm palms, is located in the centre of The English Riviera. The historic market town today has a wide selection of contemporary stores, including six well-known grocery chains....

Prices from £280 per night

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50.765998, -3.671996

"Posbury Lodge" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Devon. Located in "Red Devon," an area of Devon famed for its characteristic red soil, which is of great agricultural quality and good for growing swedes, and 8.5 miles north-west of Exeter, the cathedral city. Here in Devon's rural landscape, ruby...

Prices from £287 per night

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50.551267, -3.623206

"Acorn Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot, with its pleasant environment and flourishing palm palms, is located in the centre of The English Riviera. The historic market town today has a wide selection of contemporary stores, including six well-known grocery chains....

Prices from £140 per night

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50.752109, -3.488262

"Huxham View and Annex" is a 8 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 16 guests in Devon. Stoke Canon is a quaint village in Devon resting between the bustling city of Exeter and Tiverton and is within driving distance of Dartmoor National Park, Exmoor National Park and the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The village...

Prices from £961 per night

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50.635707, -3.410770

"Wisteria Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. On the eastern bank of the estuary of the River Exe, Exmouth has everything required by the visitor for a relaxing break. A thriving coastal town, close to miles of sandy beaches, superb coastal walking, with everything for the fisherman and...

Prices from £109 per night

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50.593536, -3.646094

"Acorn Cottage- HGGJ" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. With plenty of activities both indoors, outdoors on site and close by, guests at Acorn Cottage will have something to do whatever the weather!. All on the Ground Floor: Living/dining room: Smart TV, DVD...

Prices from £337 per night

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50.596200, -3.456300

"Golden Sands Holiday Park - Holiday Accommodation 16025" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Devon.

Prices from £120 per night

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50.623276, -3.402707

"The Sand House" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Devon. Very spacious home in Exmouth sleeping eight. Open plan living, enclosed garden with Gym, two bathrooms, plenty of parking and the beach is just a 3-minute drive away!. 3 steps to entrance. Ground Floor: Open plan...

Prices from £359 per night

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50.529243, -3.576003

"Lodge on Teign River 1 Bed Sleeps 2 Parking" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot is situated in the heart of The English Riviera, with its mild climate and thriving palm trees. The ancient market town now offers plenty of modern shops, both local and well-known high street chains and six leading brand...

Prices from £160 per night

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50.540632, -3.582810

"Oakwood" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Located in the south of Devon, Kingsteignton is a bustling town which lies at the head of the Teign Estuary. Once renowned to be the largest village in the whole of England, it now stands as a highly populated town council with a strong sense...

Prices from £120 per night

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50.571120, -3.853540

"Swallows Nest" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Postbridge lies in the centre of Dartmoor between Moretonhampstead and Two Bridges, next to the East Dart River. It is an idyllic place to uncover Dartmoor's archaeology and showcases one of the finest clapper bridges in the country, believed...

Prices from £114 per night

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Cottages in Exeter

When it comes to picking your self-catering holiday accommodation in Exeter, you’ll certainly be spoilt for choice. With holiday homes for every kind of group and occasion, you’ll find the perfect spot for your needs. Whether you’re searching for a large holiday cottage with a hot tub big enough for all the gang or a cosy holiday rental in the heart of the countryside for a relaxed family getaway, there are plenty of places in Exeter. And with all the features, amenities and facilities imaginable, you’ll have everything for a comfortable, stress-free stay.

When it comes to activities, Exeter is brimming with things to do and see. From exploring the city’s magnificent cathedral to getting out on the water and exploring the town by canoe, you won’t be short of ideas. You can even venture beneath the streets and explore the subterranean passages crisscrossing the city’s underbelly. For those that fancy adventuring further afield, the surrounding area of South Devon abounds in natural beauty and sleepy little villages. Sound idyllic? Why not take a look at our full collection of Exeter cottages today?

Best things to do in Exeter

With so much to do and see in the charming city of Exeter, it can be hard to know where to start. To help you out, here are a few of our all-time favourite activities:

  • Exeter’s Underground Passages: Discover what lies beneath with a guided tour of the city’s medieval underground passages. The only city in the UK to have underground passages of this type, it’s an unmissable experience.
  • Exeter Cathedral: History lovers will adore a trip to Exeter Cathedral. Considered the finest example of Decorated Gothic architecture, the cathedral also boasts the longest span of medieval vaulting in the world.
  • Royal Albert Memorial Museum & Art Gallery: Discover the impressive and diverse collections at this fascinating museum and gallery, home to artefacts from zoology to fine art.
  • Exeter Quayside: One of the prettiest parts of the city, Exeter’s Quayside thrums with independent shops, cosy pubs, cool coffee houses and plenty of vibrant energy.
  • Topsham: Cycle to the pretty estuary port of Topsham (just a few miles from the city) and enjoy the scenic views and elegant 17th-century, Dutch-style merchant houses.

How to get to Exeter

If you’re travelling from one of the major cities in the UK, below shows an average distance to Exeter, so you know what to expect when choosing to visit by car.

London: 173 miles

Birmingham: 168 miles

Glasgow: 442 miles

Liverpool: 251 miles

Bristol: 79 miles

Manchester: 239 miles

Leeds: 280 miles

Edinburgh: 445 miles

Newcastle: 366 miles

More locations in Devon

When it comes to dreamy getaways, the beautiful county of Devon has plenty to offer. From sleepy seaside towns and pristine beaches to rolling countryside and welcoming local pubs, this is a region just made for a relaxing staycation.