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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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50.695578, -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

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Min nights: 3 (off peak) | 3 (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 £110 per night

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

Preferred arrival day: Flexible

50.738788, -3.656624

"Spicery Barn Loft" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Tedburn St Mary lies amidst the rural charm of inland Devon, just 3 miles from the stunning Dartmoor National Park and 7.5 miles west of the cathedral city of Exeter. The main streets of this award-winning village are lined with traditional...

Prices from £125 per night

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50.773947, -3.783211

"Bothy" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Get away from it all and come to The Bothy for an unusual and special treat. You will be pampered with a delicious welcoming hamper, including a charming range of fragrant soaps and lotions, high quality towels and linen and a...

Prices from £111 per night

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50.555882, -3.583960

"Buckleigh Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 3 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 £114 per night

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50.582812, -3.741177

"Rayland House" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Rayland House is an attractive and well-presented stone property in a fantastic location within the popular Haytor area of Dartmoor National Park and with enviable views of Haytor Rocks. Offering a reverse level layout and spacious and...

Prices from £241 per night

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50.738788, -3.656624

"Spicery" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Tedburn St Mary lies amidst the rural charm of inland Devon, just 3 miles from the stunning Dartmoor National Park and 7.5 miles west of the cathedral city of Exeter. The main streets of this award-winning village are lined with traditional...

Prices from £197 per night

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50.730896, -3.923981

"Taw River View" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The charming National Trust Museum of Rural Industry is located in the little village of Sticklepath, which is located along a historic ridgeway path inside the northern limit of the Dartmoor National Park. Sticklepath also has a shop, two...

Prices from £147 per night

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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 £144 per night

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50.547424, -3.502865

"Flat 1" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The historic, seaside town of Teignmouth is situated in South Devon on the mouth of the Teign estuary and boasts a working harbour, sandy beach, Victorian pier, sailing club, diving centre and sea activity centre. The seaward side of the town...

Prices from £94 per night

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50.711622, -3.874924

"Aunty Junes Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Whiddon Down has a fine pub, it's just minutes away from Okehampton which is one of the main gateways to Dartmoor, and in the other direction rests Chagford. A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Chagford...

Prices from £126 per night

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50.618786, -3.502657

"The Old Telephone Exchange" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The Old Telephone Exchange is a one-bedroom holiday home set within a tranquil and peaceful location with beautiful countryside views.. Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area:...

Prices from £92 per night

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50.622102, -3.574103

"Harcombe House Bungalow 3" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Located in Devon's Teignbridge District, the historic wool town of Chudleigh offers visitors a wealth of cultural and natural attractions. Several Saxon place names survive to this day in the town, and there are other historical attractions...

Prices from £97 per night

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50.525990, -3.711918

"Hole Farm Stables" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The ancient Stannary town of Ashburton lies on the southern slopes of Dartmoor and is an ideal spot from which to explore the rugged high moors to the North and a beautiful coastline to the South. The scenery in this area of South Devon is...

Prices from £119 per night

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50.701465, -3.839096

"Sandsgate Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A charming community in the Devonian Dartmoor National Park's northernmost point. Although Chagford, one of Dartmoor's five Stannary towns, is compact, it is stuffed with conveniences and things to do. There are four taverns and a variety of...

Prices from £342 per night

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50.547074, -3.501152

"Estuary View, Grand Banks, Teignmouth" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. This first floor apartment has lift access or can be reached up a flight of stairs. It also offers wheelchair accessUnderfloor heating within the propertyPlease be aware that the apartment is above a railway line Entrance...

Prices from £125 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 £189 per night

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50.551267, -3.623206

"Hazel Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 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 £174 per night

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50.551267, -3.623206

"Ash Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot rests at the heart of The English Riviera and was once an ancient market town. Today you will find a mild climate, thriving palm trees and a selection of shops and the Hedgehog Hospital. You will also find a racecourse where...

Prices from £174 per night

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50.546787, -3.493378

"Regents Deck" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The historic, seaside town of Teignmouth is situated in South Devon on the mouth of the Teign estuary and boasts a working harbour, sandy beach, Victorian pier, sailing club, diving centre and sea activity centre. The seaward side of the town...

Prices from £155 per night

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50.580995, -3.474362

"Kenny Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A charming seaside town set on the southern coast. The town of Dawlish offers all of the facilities for day-to-day living including a pleasant variety of shops, restaurants and cafés and a small theatre. Dawlish is famous for its Black Swans...

Prices from £127 per night

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50.730694, -3.928613

"Hobbs Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Situated on the very northern edge of the Dartmoor National Park, Sticklepath is a lovely small village offering an excellent base for walkers and cyclists. Some of the wildest parts of the moors lie within easy walking distance, while the...

Prices from £146 per night

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50.616938, -3.423256

"Sea Point" is a 2 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 4 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 with a nationally renowned bird sanctuary, close to miles of sandy beaches, superb coastal...

Prices from £240 per night

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50.551267, -3.623206

"Birch Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Newton Abbot is a market town and civil parish in Devon, resting on the River Tein, in the Teignbridge District. It hosts a range of independent shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants for all of your amenities. The town grew more rapidly...

Prices from £174 per night

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50.614808, -3.760530

"2 Freeland Cottages" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 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 £142 per night

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50.583196, -3.740481

"The Haytor Hayloft" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. This converted former farm building is within view of Dartmoor National Park’s most famed beauty spot and well loved ancient tor, Haytor Rock, and now provides three fantastic holiday properties.  They have been sympathetically converted and...

Prices from £136 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.