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Heydons House
Cosy and comfortable living room
Kitchen - refurbished in Feb 2022
Master bedroom to 4th bed / dressing room and ensuite
Sunny courtyard

Reviews

9.4 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
3 bedrooms2+ bathroomsSleeps 780 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space

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Sidmouth, Devon
  • Place, Sidmouth Beach
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk
    ‪5 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪23 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed and 1 Crib

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 Single Bed

Bedroom 4

2 Single Beds

2 bathrooms, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Bathroom 3

Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden

About this property

3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach

Heydons House is a lovingly maintained, high quality cottage to rent in an enviable location in the heart of Sidmouth.
The beauty of Heyons House is that it is set in a peaceful area yet within a 3 minute level walk of the sea front and town centre. It is tucked away at the end of a quiet no-through road, yet everything you could possibly need is within walking distance. Importantly it offers its own parking space by way of an integral garage.

Very comfortably furnished throughout, the accommodation is spacious and versatile. There are 3 main bedrooms but also a 4th room off the master bedroom, that is in essence a dressing room but has a single bed (with further pull out) so can be used as a 4th single or twin bedroom.
The layout of the cottage will also suit couples who just like a little more space and quality.
A real feature of the cottage is the large, country style kitchen. The immaculate kitchen that was newly refurbished in Feb 2022 also has a traditional oven and hob. (An aga is ornamental only).
From the kitchen, patio doors lead to the private and sunny courtyard.

We accept stays of 3 nights or more - please enquire further for prices.

Booking enquiries: NOTE: For booking enquiries please either email me or text / WhatsApp me on my mobile 07951 994 397. (Text / WhatsApp only - I will call you back if required). Do contact me as there may be opportunities for last minute / long stay discounts etc.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Fantastic location near to beach - nice courtyard
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: cats (limit 1 total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Smoking only allowed in Courtyard

Important information

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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 not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock

Frequently asked questions

Is 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows cats (limit 1 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach?

As of 7 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach on 30 June 2026 start from AU$350, 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 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 3 bed cottage to rent in Sidmouth - 3 mins walk from town and beach located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of East Devon Art, Sidmouth Beach and Dorset and East Devon Coast. Connaught Gardens and Sidmouth - Valley, Ridge and Jurassic Coast Walk are also within 15 minutes.

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 28 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 10 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

catherine w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Nice cottage with everything you need
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 5 July 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased you enjoyed Heydons House. It is my true 2nd home and very much cherished. I hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy Molyneux

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location and lovely property

Plenty of space in this 3 bed property (that can sleep 7) and a relaxing 3 min stroll to the beach. Location couldn't be better!
Stayed 12 nights in Aug 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Sept 2021
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage and the location. Thanks for re-booking next year. We look forward to seeing you again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Winter Seaside Break

Property was comfortable, spacious and well equipped. Location of the property in the town was fantastic for a seaside break, and Sidmouth was a lovely town to visit.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased you enjoyed your stay over New Years Eve at my cottage. I am continually looking at ways to ensure my clients are as comfortable as possible and it is so pleasing to see the 5 star reviews coming in. Hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect Stay

Everything was great It was the most beautiful weather and lots going on in Sidmouth . We have family living in Sidmouth and so we enjoyed a 60th birthday party with them it was such a happy time for us . Magical and a really comfortable home to stay in Thsnks all round
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Sept 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased you had such a comfortable stay at the cottage and enjoyed catching up with family. Thank you for being lovely guests. I hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

duncan l.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Lovely cottage fantastic location really enjoyed our stay good communication with the hosts if we visit sidmouth again would not hesitate to rebook.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 5 June 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased you enjoyed the cottage and its location. It was a pleasure to have you as guests and I hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carole H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heydons House

Very comfortable, very clean. Hope to come back. Lovely area.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 28 Apr 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you had a lovey stay at my cottage (my true 2nd home). I hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Cathrine G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very nice house

Nice house near the center, the children's school and the sea. Will be happy to return.
Stayed 14 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 21 July 2024
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased yet another guest had a great stay at the villa. Thanks for being lovely guests. I hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Stanley J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Overall pleasent place to stay very well situated garage presented a problem modern size cars not suitable. Otherwise ok
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Sept 2025
Thank you for the review.and for being a great guest. I know from speaking to you what a lovely time you had. I get my (modern) BMW in the garage. Its not the size of the garage its the narrowness of the lane that makes it slightly awkward. I do understand it isn't easy but it most definitely can be done. Alternatively there is free parking on nearby side roads. It is worth mentioning that once parked, as the location of the cottage is so good, unless you are going out of Sidmouth, you won't need to use the car at all!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracey M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Location, location, location

Lovely, well-equipped cottage, located in the beautiful seaside town, Sidmouth. Just a three-minute walk to the beach - brilliant for an early morning or end-of-the-day swim. The town centre (2 minutes walk) also has lots to offer. We parked easily on nearby steeets, for free everyday. I look forward to staying here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 17 July 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage and its location. Thank you for being a lovely guest - I look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sheiba D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heydon House

The cottage was pretty, clean and well maintained. It was located close to the beach and town centre. The neighbours were friendly and helpful. The garden can do with some flowers. We enjoyed our stay in Sidmouth.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 3 May 2023
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so pleased you had a lovely stay. The cottage is a true 2nd home and is very special to me. I do hope I can welcome back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mandy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Will definitely return

A lovely cottage. Very clean, spacious with a ‘good’ vibe’. Everything we required, was there. In a beautiful quiet area, but very close to everything we wanted. A few back and forths to reverse our small car into the garage, but a lot easier to drive out.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Sept 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage, its location and found it to be very clean. It is a true 2nd home and very much cherished. Thank you for being a lovely guest - I hope to be of assistance to you again in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Marian B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Cottage

In such a good position, close to beach and shops. Only downside was the parking, the car needs to be small to fit in the garage. The garden needs some work as nowhere to relaxe outside which is a pity as it was a sun trap and out of the wind.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 29 June 2022
Thank you for the 4 star review. I am so glad you had a lovely time and enjoyed the cottage / its location. I am not sure what you mean about the garden. It is a lovely open courtyard style garden which as you rightly say is a real sun trap. There is plenty of room to stretch out and enjoy the sun. (See photos). Thanks again and hope to see you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

david j.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely house in a great location

We were on holiday with my son his wife and their 3 kids. We couldn't fault the accommodation , it certainly met all our needs. The property was Spotlessly clean. Well equipped kitchen, 3 loos ,2 bathrooms, very good wifi . Nice courtyard garden. Great location for the town and the beach and good service from Jon in terms of checking in help etc. I would certainly stay here again if we return to Sidmouth
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 19 Apr 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you had such a great time at the cottage. It is pleasing to see that after spending a lot of money on refurbishing the kitchen and the living room in February (2022) that the cottage is being so well received. It is a true 2nd home and we will continue to keep it to the highest standard. Thanks for being a great guest and hope to welcome you back soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ottica G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Heydon’s House

Just arrived back home and want to be back there; the property is just Great and in a perfect location; 2 minute walk and your directly into the high street. Jon and Nicole are extremely friendly and make sure to reach out to you to see if everything is ok or anything is required. Most definitely a return trip; book now as you’ll be mad to miss out.
Stayed 8 nights in Dec 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Dec 2021
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you enjoyed the location and the service provided for you. Hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emma S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Weekend getaway

Lovely little cottage close to all amenities. Lovely little gifts waiting on arrival. Manager on hand if needed. One little negative, pillows were very flat. That maybe a personal preference. I would book again.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Oct 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. We are so glad you had a lovely time. I had no idea the pillows were either too flat or too thick but if anyone else mentions this then obviously we will look into it. (There are plenty of pillows). Thanks for being a great guest - the fact that you would book again speaks volumes and I look forward to being of service again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ruth H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful

We spent a wonderful week at Heydons House and even though it was near the end of September the weather was glorious. The Cottage is in a great location with just a v short stroll into town or the beach. Jon was very helpful with the booking and Nicole made sure that all our requirements were met before we arrived. Our car was actually too large to get into the garage but there was always parking on the nearby streets so not a problem at all. Thank you for letting us stay in your lovely house.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Oct 2021
Thank you very much for the 5 star review. I am so glad you had such a lovely time at the cottage and enjoyed the service given to you. I park my BWM in the garage but do accept that as the road is narrow it does take a few turns to get a car in. We want all our guests to have the best experience possible in the cottage and both myself and my housekeeper Nicole will always be on hand if anything is required, before during and after your stay. Thanks again and hope to see you soon.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ian P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a lovely place to spend Christmas!

Stayed for a week over Christmas. Great location in a beautiful part of the UK. Lucky with the weather and did some lovely walks around the coast, which is stunning. Property had most things we could wish for - almost all the white goods were either brand new or hardly used, which made our stay really comfortable. Enjoyed the challenge of the Aga and surprised ourselves by cooking a creditable xmas lunch! Only suggestions would be some new, larger towels and a set of saucepans with matching lids, but we can see the property is constantly being improved and this did not detract from our overall enjoyment. We were able to park outside the International School all week so the tight access to the garage did not bother us. A delightful week in a very sweet little property, thanks to Jon for all the efforts made to ensure our comfort.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Mar 2020
Thank you so much for the lovely 5 star review. I am so pleased had a such a great time at the cottage. I am glad you liked the additions to the kitchen (currently now shown on the photos) with all the new appliances, including a cooker (so the Aga doesn't necessarily need to be used). Thank you for the feedback over the towels and saucepan lids. As you rightly say, I am always looking at ways of improving the quality of the cottage so replacing these is no problem and will be done. Once again, I am so glad you had a delightful stay and hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

margaret s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Brilliant location lovely seaside town!

Very well placed property -- only drawback is parking but not difficult to remedy with a bit of thought! We had a few glitches when we arrived as the kitchen had been re done and the heating had either been turned off or reset inncorrectly also no internet -- a quick call to the property manager -- who went above and beyond -- and all was sorted ! The house itself is cosy and lovely well furnished and ideal for thetown and beach. We had another glitch the following day with the dishwasher but again everything poss was done to help unfortunately without success-- This sounds like a moan but I highly recommend this cottage -- the reason I mention the problems is to highlight the fact that we had excellent service and help! -- I would definately book again as we had a lovely time!
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Feb 2022
Thank you for the lovely review. Yes we were battling against time to get a completely new kitchen refurb finished before your stay. Sorry about the dishwasher leak - this was just plumbed incorrectly during the refurb and you were the first to use it. All sorted now thank you. The internet issue was that we had just upgraded to Fibre and we didn't realise that only the new router that arrived that day would work with it - as you say this was sorted immediately for you. The thermostat was messed around by the kitchen contractors and just needed re-setting. Parking is available either in the integral garage or the side roads near to the cottage. Sorry for the little glitches we had done a lot of work on the cottage in a short amount of time and were very happy that we got 99% of it done in time for you. Hope you enjoyed the new kitchen and the new living room floor! We want all our guests to have the best possible time at the cottage - hence just spending a significant amount of money on the refurb - and as you experienced, we will try to offer the best service too. We hope to see you again and also hope that many more people will come and enjoy the newly refurbished Heydons House!
Verified

8/10 Good

Janet B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location

A delightful property in a peaceful location surrounded by other pretty cottages, yet so close to the shops and seafront . Parking a real bonus our medium size car had no problem parking in the garage just needed careful manoeuvring. The double bed was very comfortable and there was a very high standard of cleanliness throughout .
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 30 May 2022
Thank you for your lovely review. We are so glad you had such a wonderful time at our cottage. It is a true (and very cherished) 2nd home and we will always keep it as comfortable as possible for our guests. We hope to see you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rebekah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half term getaway

Really great location for families with young children, we had a lovely time.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Feb 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. Having just spent a significant amount of money on the cottage, including a full kitchen refurbishment, it is so nice to hear you've enjoyed it so much. I hope to welcome you back in the future.
Verified

8/10 Good

Kate H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic central location, and quiet

Good value, warm, well-equipped.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 Nov 2021
Thank you for the review. I am so glad you felt the cottage was good value, warm and well equipped. It is a true 2nd home and furnished and loved as such. We hope all our clients get as much enjoyment out of it as we do. Hope to welcome you back again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely homely feel to property and in a great location

Very easy the owner is very helpful
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Nov 2020
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you enjoyed the cottage. Both myself and my local housekeeper will always do our best to ensure very guest has the best experience possible. Hope to see you again soon.
Verified

8/10 Good

Norah D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect location for my Mum who celebrated her 80th birthday

Loved the location, cottage was warm & cosy with the right amount of space & was adequate for everything we needed. Enjoyable stay thank you.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Oct 2020
Thank you for the review. We are so glad you had a lovely time. We are so proud of the cottage and continually invest in it to ensure all our guests have the most comfortable stay possible. Hope to see you again in the future.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

P W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Sidmouth holiday

There were four of us staying in Heydons House, and we were all really pleased. The house is really lovely, and is in an excellent position not far from the beach or the town. Only problem for us was that we couldnt get our car into the garage provided.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 13 Oct 2020
Thank you for the lovely 5 star review. I am so pleased you had a wonderful time at the cottage. I have no problem getting my car into the garage. It's not the garage its the narrow lane so it does take 3-4 turns to get your car in. If you don't fancy that then we have the use of a parking space just 100 yards away plus there is plenty of free parking on the side roads too. Thank you again. We are very proud of the cottage and are constantly making improvements to ensure our clients are as comfortable as possible. I look forward to welcoming you back.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline Y.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful house full of character

We loved this house! Plenty of space and good facilities. Very clean and superb communication with the owner. Thank you for a lovely holiday, we didn’t want to leave!
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug 2020
Thank you for the 5 star review. I am so glad you had a great time at the cottage. Hope to see you again in the future.

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