Self-Catering Holiday Cottages in East Devon
There is lots of variety of East Devon whether you're looking for peace and solitude or an adrenalin packed active holiday. East Devon site in a region of exceptional natural beauty with wild hills, peaceful farmland and woodland walks with many country holiday homes available to book. This corner of Devon also has a beautiful coast, where sandy beaches, rocky coves, classic resorts and ancient fishing villages can be discovered. Sections of the gorgeous Jurassic Coast are located within East Devon, with unique geology and dinosaur fossils. Much of the region has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, where sprawling heaths, wooded combes and lush river valleys have created a paradise for outdoor activities. Further north, the Blackdown Hills are one of the Southwest’s hidden gems, with rivers, streams, forests and hillside walks. The entire coast is bordered by the South West Coast Path, a spectacular route covering 630 miles from Minehead to Poole and regularly named as one of the world’s best walks. Click here to view all Devon holiday homes and apartments on My Favourite Holiday Cottages.
- Sleeps 12
- Bedrooms 6
Lower Curscombe Barn is a rural East Devon holiday cottage near Honiton that combines two properties on a semi-working farm. This luxury holiday home provides child-friendly self-catering accommodation for up to 12 guests with six bedrooms in two beautifully furnished, adjoined cottages amidst lovely gardens.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
The Log Cabin epitomises rustic charm. The two-bedroom remote and dog-friendly holiday lodge in East Devon was built with weathered pine logs and lies between woodland and a lake near the village of Sheldon. Up to four guests will enjoy rare tranquillity and a chance to fish for their supper!
- Sleeps 5
- Bedrooms 3
The Manger is an authentic rural cottage holiday cottage near Axminster, nestled among woodland and fields in East Devon. The lovely pet-friendly cottage of stone and thatch possesses a generous garden with a pond and orchard, a table tennis table, an interior with lime-washed walls, exposed beams, and gentle rustic charm.
- Sleeps 5
- Bedrooms 3
Located in the charming village of Colyton, within East Devon's picturesque National Landscape, you'll find The Old Barn - a delightful rural holiday cottage. This cosy rural retreat is perfect for cottage holidays, accommodating up to five guests and pets. The cottage comprises three ground-floor bedrooms, including a king-size bedroom with en-suite facilities. Ascend the stairs to the open-plan living area with a wood-burning stove for those chilly evenings. Outside, you'll find a private garden and a communal picnic area. The nearby village of Colyton offers a range of shops, tearooms, and conveniences, while the East Devon National Landscape invites walkers to explore its scenic network of footpaths, bridle paths, and green flower-filled lanes.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
Urban chic meets traditional charm at The Shippen, a delightful East Devon country cottage in Membury with beautiful views of an AONB. The pet-friendly cottage offers a generous, sun-lit, open-plan living space, a wood burner, double-height bedrooms, beautiful gardens and access to the coast.
- Sleeps 2
- Bedrooms 1
Wisteria Cottage is a thoroughly modern detached cottage in an ideal location in Exmouth. The romantic cottage boasts spacious rooms and a lovely patio, plus views of the Exe estuary, allowing couples to relax and unwind after fun-filled days exploring the East Devon coast and countryside.
- Sleeps 6
- Bedrooms 3
Orchid Cottage is a spacious 19th-century coastal cottage in picturesque Axmouth village, next to the River Axe. This family-friendly East Devon cottage is just one mile from the harbour and fascinating Jurassic coast, making it ideal for exploring the Devon and Dorset coasts.
- Sleeps 4
- Bedrooms 2
Escape to Exmouth in this beautifully presented penthouse holiday apartment overlooking the Exe estuary. With two bedrooms sleeping four, this home is just a short stroll from Exmouth’s long, sandy beach and is the perfect retreat for a seaside holiday in one of Britain’s oldest and prettiest coastal towns.