On this page, I’m going to show you the best large holiday cottages in Devon, along with things to do nearby. Also see my guide to over 500 big cottages across the UK.
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Sleeps 8 Devon
Waterside
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire
About & Things To Do
Set in a small, pretty rural village with excellent thatched pub. Just 5 miles to the west of Exeter.
Things to do: Visit Haldon Forest Park, Powderham Castle/gardens or head to the sandy beach at Dawlish Warren or Crealy Adventure Park.
The Granary
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire
About & Things To Do
A luxury barn conversion set between the Dartmoor National Park and the Tamar Valley.
Things to do: Within easy reach is the maritime city of Plymouth, with its Barbican Quay and the Historic Royal William Yard.
Vantage Point
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | Swimming pool | Sauna | WiFi
About & Things To Do
Set 4 miles from Dartmouth this luxury property has a hot tub. Guests can use an outdoor swimming pool, all-weather tennis court, and children’s play area.
Things to do: Take a trip on the Dartmouth Steam Railway to Paignton and go on a boat trip to Kingswear and on to Brixham, a pretty harbour town.
Windy Heath
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Swimming pool | Near the sea | WiFi
About & Things To Do
Set in the beach town resort of Salcombe. With an outdoor heated swimming pool and half an acre of gardens.
Things to do: Take a boat trip around the harbour or head to North Sands and South Sands beaches. Visit the National Trust property of Overbecks.
Fig Tree Cottage
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi
About & Things To Do
Figtree Cottage is situated on the steep slopes overlooking the stunning Exe Valley in Mid Devon. The rooms are elegant but comfortable.
Interiors are also spacious, bright, spotless and well-maintained. The garden is vast and the view is spectacular and tranquil especially during sunrise and sunset.
Things to do: Sunset sare breathtaking even during the summer months.
Bickleigh Mill, a historic water mill, café and gift shop, is just one mile away. You can also spend the day dining alfresco by the River Exe.
Higher Fonda
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | WiFi
About & Things To Do
This is a luxurious 5-star barn conversion located just a short drive from the village of Bradworthy.
Things to do: Outdoors is a sight to behold. There’s also a children’s play area with swings and a slide. The large patio can accommodate the whole group for a fun barbecue.
Garden House
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Sauna | Games Room
About & Things To Do
This luxurious property is part of the Gitcombe State and is found in the outskirts of the village of Cornworthy.
It is newly built with timber frames and is listed as a GRADE II manor house and is designed by award-winning architects.
Things to do: Relax in the delightfully furnished living accommodation, cook in the stylish kitchens, or unwind in the spacious 14 acres of the estate.
For young party members, the hand-carved children’s adventure playground is the perfect place for them to burn off any extra energy, while for older children and adults in the group, the tennis court is a fabulous spot for a friendly game.
There’s also a hot tub, sauna, or steam room. The Paignton Zoo i is just a short distance away.
Gitcombe Retreat
Sleeps 8 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | Swimming pool | Hot tub | WiFi | Open Fire | Games Room
About & Things To Do
This is another property from the Gitcombe Estate another Grade II manor house.
It combines stylish timber finishing, wood-burning stoves, oak beams with contemporary design from the furniture and appliances such as iPod docking stations, to the finishing touches.
The property is comfortable and relaxing. For leisure and enjoyment, it has a Swimming pool, jacuzzi, and Games Room.
Things to do: Spectacular beaches can be found at the Blackpool Sands, three-miles west of Dartmouth, or visit popular Salcombe and enjoy its numerous sandy coves.
Woodlands Leisure Park and Pennywell Farm are around a 45-minute drive.
Paignton Zoo is also within easy driving distance, home to an exotic variety of animals including lions, tigers, gorillas, and crocodiles.
Sleeps 10 Devon
Apple Barn
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 4 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Open fire | Games room
About & Things To Do
This converted barn has a lofty open plan living space with floor-to-ceiling windows, vaulted beamed ceilings, and a wood burner.
Set in a peaceful rural location near North Molton in North Devon.
Things to do: Visit the National Trust’s Watersmeet Gorge, Valley of the Rocks and the funicular cliff railway.
The Farmhouse
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 4 | Bathrooms 2 | Pets Yes | Swimming Pool | Sauna | WiFi | Open fire | Games room
About & Things To Do
A stunning farmstead with animals. You can roam the farm and help is most welcome.
It also has a luxury outdoor heated swimming pool and hard tennis courts.
Things to do: Clay pigeon shooting and instruction, archery tuition (equipment provided) and mountain bikes (adults and children) by arrangement.
Visit the medieval castle in Lydford Village and head to Lydford Gorge (National Trust) which has peaceful woodland walks and the White Lady waterfall.
West Soar
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Games Room
About & Things To Do
This is a 5-star Luxury Property in a stunning location.
A 10% discount on restaurant meals and Temple Spa treatments from Soar Mill Cove Hotel is offered to guests.
West Soar offers the space and privacy of a holiday home with the convenience and luxuriousness of a hotel.
Things to do: It is just a short away from the sandy secluded beach at Soar Mill Cove.
Since it’s just a few steps away from the Soar Mill Cove Hotel, guests are invited to enjoy the hotel’s superb café, bar, restaurant, and extensive spa facilities that include a saltwater pool, sauna, and gym.
Court Lodge, Hillfield Village
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Swimming Pool
About & Things To Do
The Court Lodge boasts an impressive living room, a handmade kitchen and utility room, and a spacious dining area with a cathedral ceiling and views to the spacious ‘gallery’ seating area on the first floor above.
Things to do: Guests can enjoy the use of beautiful gardens, an outdoor swimming pool, all-weather tennis court, and a children’s play area.
Outside, Court Lodge, you can find an extensive decked area ideal for a leisurely breakfast, barbecue, or al fresco meal, plus a large hot tub – relax and unwind in this picturesque spot.
The Old Manor House
Sleeps 10 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi
About & Things To Do
The Old Manor House boasts traditional and spacious rooms with contemporary features. It has two fireplaces, one is holding an open fire and the other, a woodburning stove.
Things to do: The property is near the Boscastle Beach, including the charming old fishing village of Port Isaac, or the historic Tintagel, the supposed birthplace of King Arthur with a rugged clifftop holding an amazing statue in tribute to this myth and a castle to be explored.
Sleeps 11 Devon
Hazel Barn
Sleeps 11 | Bedrooms 5 | Bathrooms 3 | Pets No | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Games Room
About & Things To Do
Hazel Barn is a beautiful and luxurious barn conversion situated around a traditional cobbled courtyard just 1.5miles away from North Molton.
It has slate floors, exposed beams, and stone fireplaces to provide cosiness to guests.
Things to do: Guests can enjoy the guest room which contains the table tennis table, table football, a hockey table and pool table.
Outside each property is a private garden area, and a children’s play area, equipped with a trampoline, swings, and slides.
Sleeps 12 Devon (2)
Barrington House
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets No | Hot tub | WiFi | Near a pub | Seaside | Games room
About & Things To Do
Victorian property, resting within Dartmouth- an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Things to do: Explore miles of walking and cycling routes within in the area, including the South West Coast Path and the Dart Valley.
Cliff Lodge – Torbay
Sleeps 12 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 5 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Swimming Pool | Sauna | Games room | Seaview
About & Things To Do
Impressive house set in a striking location with panoramic sea views. There is an indoor heated swimming pool with sauna. The pool house is surrounded by a decked area which has a sunken jacuzzi on one side and a large sundeck on the other.
Enjoy the games room! Play snooker on the full size table while listening to the juke box. There is a bar area with 75″ Sony TV on the wall. Table football is located at the other end of the room.
Things to do: The house lies within 2 acres of landscaped gardens and a paddock which makes an excellent area for children to play in. At the bottom of the paddock there is a gate which gives direct access to the coastal path.
Torbay has a stunning seafront, stylish marina and beautiful beaches to explore. With a huge range of year-round activities, it’s a perfect haven for families with tiny tots or teenagers.
Sleeps 14 Devon
The Barn
Sleeps 14 | Bedrooms 6 | Bathrooms 6 | Pets Yes | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Games Room
About & Things To Do
This beautiful detached house on the farm provides comfort and luxuriousness to guests.
There are comfortable sofas in the seating area, the pool table and the table football, and the 8-person hot tub will make the guests preoccupied within the property.
The Suite-like bedroom and bathroom provide comfort for better relaxation.
Things to do: Do archery, fishing, interact with farm animals. There’s a huge playground for kids and a games room to keep them occupied.
The beautiful countryside can be enjoyed right outside The Barn.
Sandwell Manor
Sleeps 14 | Bedrooms 7 | Bathrooms 7 | Pets Yes | Open Fire | Wifi | Garden
About & Things To Do
Sandwell Manor is a splendid Georgian mansion hidden in a wonderful rural valley in South Devon and provides fabulous elegant surroundings for large groups of families and friends to enjoy.
Things to do:
Children can play ball games on the rough lawn or have quick family friendly matches on the shared tennis court. Visit Pennywell Farm or Paignton Zoo. Spend your days taking scenic hikes on Dartmoor’s southern edge or take a relaxing stroll along the South West coastal path exploring such iconic spots such as Bigbury on Sea and Slapton Sands and nature reserve.
Sleeps 16 Devon
Oversteps House
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 7 | Pets No | WiFi | Near a pub | Seaside
About & Things To Do
Holiday rental in an idyllic location overlooking South Sands beach in Salcombe.
Things to do: Salcombe is a popular destination for walkers and families.
Visit the National Trust property Overbeck’s where you can wander through the subtropical gardens.
Try out watersports available on the estuary including surfing, kayaking or boat trips.
Oliveta House
Sleeps 16 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 9 | Pets No | Hot tub | Open fire | WiFi | Games Room | Swimming Pool
About & Things To Do
Oliveta House is an exquisite holiday home on the outskirts of Dartmouth.
It is located in a peaceful and quaint valley, making it perfect for relaxation and unwinding. Bedrooms are luxurious and super comfortable.
Things to do: There is an indoor pool and steam room, as well as a hot tub where you can soak while relaxing and stargazing.
For a family-fun day out, head to beautiful Blackpool Sands beach, or for all-weather fun at Woodlands Family Theme Park or Paignton Zoo.
Sleeps 23 Devon
Welcombe Cottage
Sleeps 18 | Bedrooms 8 | Bathrooms 5 | No Dogs | Heated outdoor pool | Games room | Hot tub
This property has all excellent 4-5 star reviews.
About & Things To Do
Stunning coastal home in an idyllic rural setting with hot-tub and heated outdoor pool. To the front of the property there is a large lawn garden with sea views and inside the house there are beamed ceilings, a warming wood burner and French doors to outside, plus a games room for all weather entertainment.
Things to do: The breath-taking Welcombe or Marsland Mouth beaches are both within walking distance. Stroll the South West Coast Path and explore the stunning rocky coastline. Bude is just a short drive away, and the seaside town of Westward Ho!
Take a trip to the pretty fishing village of Clovelly or visit Hartland Abbey and Quay, The Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep Adventure Park, RHS Garden Rosemoor and Hartland Abbey.
The Cornwall towns of Boscastle, Tintagel and Port Issac all within easy reach for a day out.
Sleeps 23 Devon
Smallicombe Farm
Sleeps 1- 23 (4 Cottages) | Each sleeps 6, 4, 2, 2 + B&B rooms
About & Things To Do
Family run rare breed pig farm with a selection of cottages and B&B rooms sleeping 1-23. The farm is located near Honiton, South Devon near the Jurassic Coast.
The four cottages come with fully equipped kitchens, modern bathrooms, digital TV’s, DVD player and free WiFi.
Thing to do: The children will love being on a working farm. You can even partake in a pig keeping course.
There are lots of outdoor areas with a trampoline, slide and swing and indoor area with table tennis, board games and toys.
Or you can follow the farm trail and try and spot the fairies, collect eggs or feed the pigs.
Beyond the farm there is the Donkey Sanctuary at Sidmouth and a number of National Trust properties in the vicinity. The village of Beer is nearby and has a lovely pebble beach.
Sleeps 24 Devon
Portmore Grange
Sleeps 24| Bedrooms 10 | Bathrooms 8 | No Dogs | Hot tub | Cinema room
This holiday home has fabulous 4-5 star ratings based on 13 guest reviews.
About & Things To Do
A grand and stunning manor house which is perfect for large family get-togethers. It sits in 1.5 acres of land, and overlooks Portmore golf course. Special features include a nine-person hot tub, BBQ hut and cinema room.
Things to do: Located out the outskirts of Barnstaple, the house is set in the perfect spot for exploring the North Devon coastline. Instow estuary beach can be accessed by car or cycle on the Tarka Trail. Westward Ho! Croyde, Saunton and Woolacombe are also nearby, and offer excellent beaches and surfing facilities.
Sleeps 38 Devon
Alston Hall
Sleeps 38 | Bedrooms 17 | Bathrooms 17 | Pets Yes | Swimming pool | Games room | WiFi | Open Fire
About & Things To Do
A remarkable and grand country house near Battisborough Cross for huge groups of friends or family. There is an indoor swimming pool, a seasonal outdoor swimming pool, tennis court, a play area, snooker room and three acres of lawns and gardens.
Things to do: Head to Fort Bovisand for scuba diving. Visit Dartmouth Golf and Country Club for a round of golf or some spa relaxation. Visit nearby Mothecombe beach
