Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast

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An outdoor wooden deck with two freestanding bathtubs.
A spacious living room with a brown leather sofa, a wooden coffee table, and a dining table with chairs. There is a large window providing natural light and a view of the outdoors.
A kitchen with wooden shelves holding plates, bowls, a scale, and a plant.
A cozy room with a pool table, leather sofas, and a large window.
A white building with a window and a door, surrounded by green foliage and pink flowers.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Arcade/game room
    A rare find - fun for all ages with on-site arcade/game room.
Sleeps 42 bedrooms3 beds

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue
  • Fenced yard

Explore the area

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Crediton, ENG
  • Place, University of Exeter
    ‪21 min drive‬
  • Place, National Trust Killerton
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Exeter Cathedral
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪32 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast

Apple Tree Cottage is a lovely two bedroom cottage.

This cottage is a firm favourite with couples outside of the school holidays, known for the peace and quiet, but with easy access to the moors and coasts. Plus it is perfect for families during the school holidays as there is so much to do on site.

Set on one level, there is one double bedroom and one twin bedroom and a large family bathroom to the right of the property.

Then a large open plan living area with a fully equipped kitchen, including a dishwasher to the left of the building.

With beautiful maple wooden floors throughout and a lovely view from the living area to the front of the property, across the courtyard and onto the tree house/play area and orchard.

Apple Tree Cottage has its own private garden via the back stable door, which also offers lovely views up the meadow. The garden has outdoor seating, an Indian fire bowl and a Weber charcoal BBQ.

Guests are also free to explore the rest of the 15 acres of land with its streams, meadows and wood.

Additionally there is a wood fired oven to hire (£10), outdoor bathroom (with two traditional cast iron baths & a shower) and plenty of games available. We also have a games room with pool table and an on site micro shop, with some local offerings.

One or two well behaved dogs are allowed in Apple Tree Cottage for a fee of £25 per dog.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
With 1-2 adults - cot bed available FOC
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings and birthday parties
Upon agreement, events & groups available
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 25 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
1-2 well behaved dogs allowed, £25 per dog
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
No smoking in the cottage - outside

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Load and start the dishwasher
Strip any used beds
Remove personal items, remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Thank you so much for your booking, we hope you enjoyed your stay. Please do leave the cottage as you found it, take out the rubbish and strip the beds. It really helps our changeover team - thank you
Please leave the key in the lockbox on the wall outside the cottage.
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Please ensure the cottage is left in a tidy state, with all bins emptied and put outside. Plus all beds are stripped on the day of departure.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 8257423
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
Parties and events (including family gatherings and birthday parties) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
Note from host: Upon agreement, events & groups available
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room

About the area

Crediton

Located in Crediton, this cottage is in a rural area. Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life and Bill Douglas Centre are cultural highlights, and some of the area's attractions include Lords Meadow Leisure Centre and Crediton Arts Centre. Travelling with kids? Consider Devon Railway Centre and Exe Valley Leisure Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby swimming, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling, ecotours and mountain biking.
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Crediton, ENG

What's nearby

  • University of Exeter - 21 min drive - 13.1 km
  • National Trust Killerton - 23 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Exeter Northcott Theatre - 25 min drive - 15.5 km
  • Exeter Cathedral - 26 min drive - 15.9 km
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside - 26 min drive - 16.2 km

Getting around

  • Crediton Station - 14 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 49 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lamb - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Hanlons Brewery - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪McDonalds - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Fishermans Cot - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Red Deer - ‬9 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet.

How much does it cost to stay at Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast?

As of 22 Aug 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast on 4 Sept 2026 start from AU$796, 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 Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Beautiful Devon Cottage near Exeter with easy access to the moors & coast located?

Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 9 mi (15 km) of Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, Crediton Arts Centre and Devon Railway Centre. Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life and St Peter's Church are also within 9 miles (15 km).

About the host

Hosted by Vicky & Nick Ritchens

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Having spent many years being lucky enough to live & travel abroad, my husband & I realised we wanted to base ourselves in the UK.

Devon became a favourite of ours, with its rolling countryside & proximity to the coast. Plus having family here, meant it was the perfect place to move & begin our dream of running holiday cottages.

We fell in love with UK holidays, having stayed in lots of holiday cottages.

As soon as we saw it, we realised East Forde Farm was the place to do this and to share it with guests, who love it as much as we do, is just perfect.

We have been running it since 2014 and we are so lucky to have gained 5* reviews across all platforms. The site has evolved and improved as the years have gone by, which has been helped by our guests and their wonderful feedback.

You really can get back to nature here, relax and unwind whilst exploring Devon.

We look forward to welcoming you here soon. Vicky, Nick, Maddy & Moon & Arlo the dogs!

Why they chose this property

We love the area as only 20 minutes from Exeter and its wealth of shops, restaurants, University & nightlife. But we are set in a rural area, surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside and on our doorstep is a farm shop, great local pub and village shop.

What makes this property unique

We have stayed in many holiday cottages, but to stay where you not only have a private garden but access to 15 acres of varied land is something really special.

With a wood, a mature apple orchard, meadows, streams and pathways joining them all together - East Forde Farm really is a destination in itself.

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