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.
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.
"Engine House" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Bridford is located in Devon on the border of Dartmoor, in the Teign Valley. It is a small village containing local amenities such as a village shop and a pub, and several other local businesses available. There are lots of walks to go on to be...
"Chestnut, 6 Fingle Glen Lodges, Exeter " is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Living RoomOpen plan with the dining and kitchen area, with access via patio doors to the decked terraceThe room is furnished with two sofas and a coffee table as well as a smart televisionKitchenOpen plan with the...
"Kingfisher Lodge, South View Lodges, Exeter" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Living areaOpen plan with the kitchen and dining area with access to the balcony Large corner sofa seating four, 52” Flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVD player and a log burning stoveKitchenOpen...
"Tor Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Tedburn St. Mary is a little village in the heart of rural Devon, only three miles from the breath-taking Dartmoor National Park and seven and a half miles west of Exeter, the county seat. This picturesque community has been recognised for its...
"Luccombe Barn" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. This wonderful two-bedroom detached barn conversion offers the perfect rural retreat set in the tranquil outskirts of a quintessential Devon village. Exminster, renowned for its marshes and a vast array of migratory birds, is the ideal base for...
"Whimple Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Ottery St Mary sits beside the River Otter and is well known for its literary connections to the poet Coleridge and for its beautiful church often referred to as a Exeter cathedral lookalike. Ottery St Mary is also famous for its traditional...
"Heron Lodge, South View Lodges, Exeter" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Living areaOpen plan with the kitchen and dining area with access to the balcony Two leather sofas seating four, 52” Flatscreen TV with Freeview and DVD player, sideboard and a log burning...
"Cottage in South Devon" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Three Hares Carriage is set in 16 acres of natural rural countryside on the edge of the Haldon Hills, gateway to the Teign Valley and Dartmoor, perfectly situated there is much to see and do with the stunning cathedral city of Exeter just a 3...
"Detox Dunchideock" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Exminster is a lovely, rural community in Devon, nestled between Powderham and Exeter. With road, rail, river, and canals passing through, this ancient village dates back to Saxon times and serves as a convenient base for touring Exeter and the...
"Cottage in Mid and East Devon" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Set in the small rural village of Hittisleigh, you are a short drive from the city of Exeter with its famous Gothic cathedral, fine art museum, and the unique underground passages which wind under the city and can be accessed by a guided tour....
"Collihill Farm Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Nestled in the tranquil Devon countryside, just a stone''s throw from the enchanting moorlands and woodlands of Dartmoor National Park, this romantic getaway offers a peaceful retreat perfect for couples craving an escape from everyday...
"Haldon Forest Lodge, Exeter" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Living AreaOpen plan with kitchen and dining areasThree sofas seating six including a sofa bed sleeping two guests32" Panasonic Smart TV and Amazon fire stickKitchenOpen plan with living and dining...
"The Annex" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Devon's Exe Estuary is home to the Devon community of Starcross, offering a small number of facilities, such as a convenience store and a couple of bars and restaurants for nights when you don't feel like cooking. Take a boat across the estuary...
"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...
"Cottage in Mid and East Devon" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. A short drive from the city of Exeter, with its famous Gothic cathedral, fine art museum, and the unique underground passages which wind under the city and can be accessed by guided tour. Dartmoor is also within easy reach of the property, as...
"The Furrow" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Tedburn St Mary is in inland Devon, 3 miles from the Dartmoor National Park and 7.5 miles from Exeter. The streets are lined with thatched cottages, pub and a shop. It hosts the Tedburn Fair every September, stone cottages, a 1930s Methodist...
"Cottage in Mid and East Devon" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. This delightful cottage, set within an idyllic location, is situated in the village of Tedburn St. Mary, with its local pub and shop. The property is the perfect bolthole, with beautifully restored original features. This beautiful part of...
"Crablake Farmhouse" is a 6 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 12 guests in Devon. Exminster is a lovely, rural community in Devon, nestled between Powderham and Exeter. The 14th-century red sandstone church, walks along the river Exe, rspb Exminster and Powderham Marshes, and Powderham Castle, a 14th-century castle rich with...
"Springfields Bungalow" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Tedburn St. Mary is a little village in the heart of rural Devon, only three miles from the breath-taking Dartmoor National Park and seven and a half miles west of Exeter, the county seat. This picturesque community has been recognised for its...
"1 Castle Cottages" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Devon. Woodbury is a picturesque Devon village dominated by the wonderful 13th century church together with the village green, village shops and two friendly local pubs, both offering food and local beers. Nearby, is the East Devon aonb which offers...
"The Farmers Union" is a 1 bed holiday Hotel sleeping up to 1 guests in Devon.
"The Annex at Highmead" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon.
"OPP Apartments RRG - Contractors Exeter City Centre, Free Parking&Wifi" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon.
"Cathedral View - An Exclusive Private Apartment on Cathedral Green, Exeter" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon.
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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?
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:
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
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.