Self Catering Holiday Cottages in Membury

Woodpecker is one our “Affordable Holidays” cottages  -please see our website for full details. With six acres of grounds and gardens with stunning views, and within the Blackdown hills AONB  the surroundings are rich in wildlife & history. Just 20 minutes from the World Heritage “Jurassic” coast and 3 miles from Axminster, our cottages lie hidden away in a network of narrow lanes and footpaths. Equipped with all you need to enjoy your break in a very  tranquil setting.

As you soak in the wood-fired hot tub with the Yarty Valley spread out before you, you'll wonder why you've never been to Castlebury Barn before. This gorgeous holiday cottage is on the edge of the East Devon village of Membury in the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, a few miles from Axminster and around 20 minutes from the South West Coast Path and the Jurassic Coast. Finished and furnished to a very high standard, it accommodates four people in two ensuite bedrooms, with space for two more guests to sleep on a comfortable sofa bed. The layout works well for couples, families or friends, with the same care and attention given to the outdoor space as the interior. 

“We loved being here; a peaceful air in the cottage as well as gorgeous surroundings. Idyllic.” Z.B. April 2025   Nuthatch is one our 3“Affordable Holidays” cottages. -please see our website for full details. With 6 acres of grounds and gardens with stunning views and within the Blackdown hills AONB, the surroundings are rich in wildlife & history. Just 20 minutes from the World Heritage “Jurassic” coast and 3 miles from Axminster,  our tranquil cottages lie hidden away in a network of narrow Devon lanes and footpaths. Equipped with all you need to enjoy your break in a tranquil setting.  Our customers appreciate our really competitive prices . In return we ask that guests bring their own towels and bedlinen. They pay, at cost, for the fuel used during their stay. Please see our website for fuller details.

Kingfisher is one our 3“Affordable Holidays” cottages -please see our website for full details. With 6 acres of grounds and gardens with stunning views and within the Blackdown hills AONB, the surroundings are rich in wildlife & history. Just 20 minutes from the World Heritage “Jurassic” coast and 3 miles from Axminster,  our cottages lie hidden away in a network of narrow lanes and footpaths. Equipped with all you need to enjoy your break in a tranquil setting.

"Sunnyside" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Somerset. Taunton is a town that has stone and Tudor architecture, with a history stretching back over 100 years. It offers amenities with the Orchard Shopping Centre and a selection of eateries. Taunton has a choice of museums and parks. The Quantock...

"Apple Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Referred to as the capital of the Marshwood Vale, Whitchurch Canonicorum is an attractive mix of farms and cottages. Whitchurch Canonicorum is where you can find the very ancient church of St. Candida and the Holy Cross. It is unique in being...

"Sir George Baker Cabin" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. The beautiful countryside surrounding the village of Uplyme, on the borders of Devon and Dorset, is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, criss-crossed by bridleways and footpaths including the East Devon Way, and providing perfect...

"The Old Chapel" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Originally built in 1846 as a Wesleyan Chapel, The Old Chapel has been converted into a spacious property with log burner, exposed beams and a galleried landing with far reaching views, perfect for watching the sun setting. Outside is a sunny...

"Pit Close" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Dalwood is a small rural village resting in East Devon, among the idyllic Blackdown Hills aonb. Its facilities include a traditional pub serving food as well as a general store. Close by are some of Devon's most popular attractions. The market...

"Pear Tree Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Pear Tree Cottage is one of three holiday cottages recently converted by the owners of this working livestock farm. The farm, which has been in the same family for over 100 years, is located along a private lane in an Area of...

"The Old Stables , Bridport" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Conveniently located on the edge of Charmouth, and just a 6-minute drive or cycle away from Lyme Regis, The Old Stables is a special single storey holiday cottage with all one could wish for when taking a break in this popular part of South...

"Garden Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Honiton is a delightful market town in East Devon, with plenty to offer visitors. It lies in the valley of the River Otter and is surrounded by rolling Devon hills, green wooded valleys and plenty of scattered farming villages. Honiton has an...

"The Lodge - Elsdon Cottages" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Short Breaks available all year at this property. The Lodge has been built on the first floor of an attractive barn conversion and has been thoughtfully planned to provide everything you could wish for...

"Half Pint Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. The attractive country town of Beaminster nestles beneath the rolling West Dorset downland within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around its square is the Conservation Area which boasts over 200 Grade II listed buildings, many of which...

"Rose Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. A delightful market town based in the wonderful county of Somerset. Wellington is the ideal base for a holiday, it offers a great selection of shops, restaurants and pubs. As well as this, there is the beautiful park and gardens, perfect for a...

"The Wheelhouse" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Situated in the heart of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty on the Devon/Somerset border lies the village of Yarcombe. Home to a hotel with a pub and restaurant, and a local post office, the village is also brimming with...

"Upside Down Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Situated in East Devon, Colyton is a small town with its roots dating back to 700 AD. Situated around three miles from Seaton and six miles from Axmouth, Colyton has many links to its past with numerous historical buildings, such as St Andrew’s...

"Wayside" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Dorset. The attractive country town of Beaminster nestles beneath the rolling West Dorset downland within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Around its square is the Conservation Area which boasts over 200 Grade II listed buildings, many of which...

"Honey Bee Retreat" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Chardstock is a delightful village lying just within the wonderful Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasting a charming settlement of lovely cottages and local amenities. Make use of the local shop, Chardstock Stores, and the...

"The Old School, South Perrott" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Dorset. The Old School is a charming stone and tiled country cottage which used to be the village school. Retaining many of the original features like the school bell, vaulted kitchen/dining room, Gothic arched doors and mullion windows, this luxury...

"Coram Lodge" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

"Foxglove" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Somerset. The thriving, bustling community of Verwood can be found in rural East Dorset, close to the borders of Hampshire and Wiltshire, only 5 miles from Ringwood, home to the lovely Moors Valley Country Park including the Go Ape high-wire adventure....

"Hiscox Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Beer is a small picturesque fishing village on the south Devon coast near Seaton. The shingle beach is very sheltered, backed by limestone cliffs and was once fertile smuggling territory, plus contraband was hidden in nearby caves, which are...

"Greatfield Cottage" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Somerset. Greatfield Cottage is a dog friendly three bedroom hamstone cottage that sits on the edge of the village of Merriott, 10 minutes from the A303 and 35 minutes from the M5. Perfect for short breaks or long stays, with so much to do on the...

"Dairy Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Dorset. Dairy Cottage is set in a delightful location with peaceful surroundings and well manicured grounds with uninterrupted views up the Vale to Marshwood.  This comfortable conversion from a former byre is set in the heart of an Area of Outstanding...

"The Hideaway" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. The delightful seaside town of Lyme Regis has much to offer its visitors, boasting a maze of narrow streets filled with craft and antique shops, galleries and cafes. Take a stroll along the world-famous Cobb causeway overlooking the ancient...

"Red Roof" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Devon. Combe St Nicholas is a small village in Somerset, between Buckland St Mary and Chard. The village has two convenience stores, and a village hall that hosts events such as an annual pantomime. Surrounding the village is the picture-perfect town...

"Cherry Pip" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Dorset. Chard is a delightful market town and parish resting between the Blackdown Hills aonb and the town of Crewkerne. The town is known for offering access to the fantastic Forde Abbey & Gardens and hosting the Chard & District...