A beautiful double-fronted Georgian home situated in the traditional seaside town of Budleigh Salterton.
With its elegant interior, period features and position just moments away from the town's pretty pebble beach and high street, Poplar Cottage creates an idyllic retreat on Devon's east coast; equally suited to blissful family holidays and luxury stays. Recently renovated to an exceptional standard, the house which has been professionally styled, flows effortlessly between its two floors, offering guests light and airy downstairs living, and spacious bedrooms above. Combining old-world glamour with up-to-date chic, an original staircase, sash windows and ornate fireplaces juxtapose contemporary furnishings and tasteful accessories, all basking in the floods of natural daylight that stream in from virtually every angle.
The ground floor kitchen and open plan dining room have a touch of French farmhouse.
Please note that due to the warm weather the Aga is switched off during July and August. It will be switched back on in September (weather depending). The two-ring induction hob, combination microwave oven and BBQ are available for cooking.
We ask our guests for a £150 good housekeeping bond, which is pre-authorised against your card. This is in case there is any damage to the property during your stay. The money is simply reserved and then released afterwards if there is no claim. We will contact you nearer the time of your arrival to arrange this.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue
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Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Budleigh Salterton
Located in Budleigh Salterton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Dorset and East Devon Coast and East Devon reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Fairlynch Arts Centre & Museum and Otterton Mill. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Sandy Park Rugby Stadium or Westpoint Arena. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails.
Fairlynch Arts Centre & Museum - 1 min walk - 0.2 km
Dorset and East Devon Coast - 3 min walk - 0.3 km
East Devon Golf Club - 17 min walk - 1.4 km
Getting around
Newcourt Station - 17 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 28 min drive
Restaurants
Capones - 8 min drive
Sports Bar - 8 min drive
Papa John's Pizza - 8 min drive
Bugsy's Showbar - 8 min drive
Taj Mahal - 3 min walk
Frequently asked questions
Is Poplar Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much does it cost to stay at Poplar Cottage - 250m from beach, Garden, Parking?
As of 9 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Poplar Cottage - 250m from beach, Garden, Parking on 19 Apr 2026 start from AU$535, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.
How much is parking at Poplar Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Poplar Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Poplar Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is Poplar Cottage - a cottage that sleeps 6 guests in 3 bedrooms located?
Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is steps away from Fairlynch Arts Centre & Museum and Budleigh Salterton Beach. Dorset and East Devon Coast and East Devon Golf Club are also within 1 mile (2 km).
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
A return visit to Poplar Cottage and another wonderful stay. Everything was as we remember it from 2 years ago when we visited to celebrate our 50th wedding anniversary - we have visited Budleigh since we were first married and Poplar Cottage provides a wonderful and comfortable base from which to explore our old haunts, and even find new ones. Cant fault anything , we shall be back again.
Kevin F.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 Apr 2024
Poplar Cottage
Poplar cottage is truly lovely and is in a wonderful location - we had a thoroughly enjoyable stay..
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2024
Hi,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, we are so glad to hear you enjoyed the location and found the cottage to be lovely.
Best wishes,
The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Alexandra R.
5 Nov 2025
Relaxation at it's Finest
Another wonderful stay in Budleigh. We choose Poplar Cottage as we know it's well looked after, comfortable and has everything we need. On a cold day the aga is welcoming and warm. The location is second to none with enticing views of the sea. We will of course be back.
Alexandra R.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Nov 2025
Hi Alexandra. Thank you so much for your kind words! We're delighted Poplar Cottage continues to be your go-to spot in Budleigh. We take great pride in keeping everything just right for our guests, so knowing it feels like a home-from-home means a lot. We're looking forward to welcoming you back again soon! All the best.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
22 July 2024
Everything was perfect
Another great stay - everything was perfect. We'll defo be back again next year to enjoy this wonderful house.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 July 2024
Hello Amelia, thank you for your review regarding Poplar Cottage. We're so thrilled to hear that everything was perfect for your stay and look forward to welcoming you again soon! Best wishes, James
Hi Jane,
Thank you so much for your kind words!
We’re pleased to hear that you enjoyed your stay and appreciated the house’s beautiful appointments and prime location. We strive to provide our guests with a comfortable and memorable experience, and it’s wonderful to know we succeeded. We hope to welcome you back soon!
Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
26 Feb 2026
A wonderful first time stay in such a beautiful cottage
Our family have had the most amazing break at Poplar cottage. We would probably rank this as the best UK cottage we’ve ever had the pleasure of staying in.
The cottage is truly exceptional and its heritage is fascinating. The furnishings are in abundance with such tasteful decor throughout. Every little detail has been thoughtfully considered from the luxury bedding, towels, plentiful seating including a cosy snug area and ample kitchen utensils. The sea provides a beautiful landscape and Budleigh is oozing with charm. Despite the mixed weather, this did not dampen our spirits with long nature walks along the Otter enjoying the beautiful birds and the breathtaking coastal views. We will definitely be back.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
28 Sept 2025
A beautifully equipped cottage in a perfect location
Poplar Cottage was perfectly furnished with top quality fixtures and fittings. It was the proverbial home from home. The location is excellent, being seconds away from Budleigh's shops and yet completely quiet. Nights were totally undisturbed. A plus point for us was that dogs are not allowed, so no worries about dog hairs etc. The cottage was spotless.
We would not hesitate to stay again.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Kevin F.
13 Mar 2024
Golden Wedding Anniversary stay
What a wonderful cottage and great location close to the sea in Budleigh Salterton. We have visited this area many times over the past 5o years and staying in Poplar Cottage proved the best ever. Faultless luxury. We will be back!
Kevin F.
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Mar 2024
Hi Kevin,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We are so delighted to hear the cottage was wonderful and loved the location. We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future.
Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
29 Dec 2023
Poplar Cottage review
Accessing the cottage with the double lock we struggled with ,otherwise it was a delightful cottage, ideal for visiting our family in Budleigh.We could not fault it in any way .
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Jan 2024
Hi Alan,
Thankyou for taking the time to make a review on your stay at one of our properties.
We are so glad to hear you had a delightful stay and you could not fault the property in any way.
We are sorry to hear that you found the double lock hard to use and we will look into that.
Best Wishes,
The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
11 Aug 2023
A home from home...
Perfect, well equipped and beautifully decorated.
Both owner and housekeeper were very responsive and helpful when contacted.
Great location near the sea and fantastic in the centre of Budleigh to have parking.
Recommend!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug 2023
Hi Caroline, thank you so much for your kind words, we are so pleased to hear you had a lovely stay. Poplar Cottage is beautifully located in Budleigh Salterton and with the added bonus of parking! I have passed on your lovely comments to the owner and housekeeper. We hope to have the opportunity to welcome you back to one of our properties again one day. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
A beautiful well-appointed house with all appliances in excellent condition. A real charmer and even better than the pictures.
A very comfortable home from home. Thank you for making it so welcoming.
Rosemary R.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Mar 2023
Hi Rosemary,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review.
We are so pleased to hear it was a comfortable home from home. We do hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Best Wishes,
The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
4 Mar 2024
Comfortable cottage, great location
This is a lovely cottage is in a great spot, very close to the sea and the high street but still quiet and relaxing. The living room is very nicely set out for a small group or family to spend time together in the evenings and the TV is excellent. The showers are fantastic, great water pressure. The house was really clean and the housekeeper Paula was very obliging when we needed a little help. Having a parking spot in very handy too.
The only downside is the Aga which is a pain to use if you do a lot of cooking though it does keep the kitchen very cosy.
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Mar 2024
Hi Paul,
Thank you for taking the time to leave a review, so glad to hear you enjoyed the location and being so close to the sea.
It is good to hear you property was clean and that you found the living room to be nicely set for spending time together in the evenings.
Best wishes,
The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Mary R.
14 Dec 2023
A fabulous stay in a perfect seaside home
Poplar Cottage is a real gem. We had a lovely few days there at the end of November, enjoying the luxury and comfort of this well-equipped, warm and spacious house which had almost everything anyone could wish for, including being a stones throw from the beach and all the joys of winter seascapes and swimming. It was an unexpected bonus to have a dedicated parking space for making arrival and departure as easy as could be. Poplar Cottage is a great base for exploring the nearby towns of Sidmouth, Exmouth and as well as the Jurassic coast not far away. It is directly on the route of some great walks and cycle rides and nearby some great country pubs too. We could not recommend more highly and hope to be back again soon
Mary R.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Dec 2023
Hi Mary, thank you so much for your review. We are just thrilled to hear all about your stay, we do hope to welcome you back! Best wishes, the Luxury Coastal team
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