Spacious Rural Cottage with Amazing Views, Nr Exeter | Cottage in Ide

10.0 (3 Reviews) |   Pet Friendly   4 Bedrooms  1 Bathroom  8 Guests
Ide Cottage | Spacious Rural Cottage with Amazing Views, Nr Exeter

4 Bedroom Cottage in Ide

Guests will enjoy soaking up the fantastic countryside views from all rooms in the cottage, it is full of natural light. Having recently been extended and fully refurbished, the cottage is spacious, warm and cosy. You should find everything you need for a comfortable stay, if there’s anything missing just let me know and I’ll see what I can do! All the beds have super comfy high quality mattresses, with quality bedding and Egyptian cotton towels. You will find many toys and games to keep the kids entertained and some for the adults too. The welcome hamper includes goodies from local producers and the cottage handbook is stuffed full of local walks, maps, recommendations, farmers markets, local beaches, cycle routes, and visitor attractions and anything else I think might be helpful, such as how to look after the chickens! (Should you wish to do so… kids, and adults, often love to give them food and keep the water topped up, and who doesn’t love fresh eggs every morning!)
Arranged over three floors, the accommodation includes -
First floor
Master bedroom with a huge super king size bed, ensuite double shower room, smart TV, dressing table, wardrobe and lots of drawers
Large bedroom with a single bed
Large bedroom with big sturdy bunk beds
Main family bathroom, includes a large bath with shower
There is also an cosy area hidden at the end of the corridor perfect for making a den or a secret reading space
Top floor
Large family bedroom with a king size bed, leading to
Separate adjoining area with a full size single bed and large office desk
This room is up in the loft so the stairs come up into the main room and the ceiling slopes down at the sides, meaning you can look up at the stars through the velux windows
Ground floor
Covered porch with wellie boot rack, leads into
Large boot room, perfect for dropping off all the beach kit or walking boots, leads to
Open plan living area with comfy sofas and wood burning Esse stove, and patio doors which open onto the garden decking area
Open plan kitchen off the living area, with large kitchen island, double range oven and hob, larder size fridge, microwave, toaster, kettle and pretty much everything else you could possibly need in a kitchen (this is often our home, so it is well equipped)
Open plan dining room that opens off the kitchen, with an extra long farmhouse table that seats 8-10, and many toys and games for you to enjoy
Separate snug sitting room with Smart TV, DVD player, and large comfy corner sofa for family movie nights
Utility/laundry room off the kitchen, with freezer, washing machine and clothes airer
WC & plant room (the cottage is super insulated and is heated by an air source heat pump)
Outside there is a large decked seating area opening off the main living room, with a BBQ, a fire pit, a den & tree house, a sandpit and a huge trampoline for the kids. Through an arched gateway in the hedge there is a large garden with another decked area, a veg patch, and chickens to look after!
The views from the cottage are seen from every room, with stunning rolling hills and farmland in every direction. There is not another house to be seen, except our direct neighbours who are lovely. Ideal for families getting together to explore all that Devon has to offer, from local walks around the farmland and train line, for walking on Dartmoor or the South West Coast Path, cycling in the Teign Valley, kayaking the rivers, Go Ape at nearby Haldon Forest Park, or spending a day on the many local beaches or the moor.
This is the perfect location for getting away from it all, without being too far off the beaten track. Central Exeter is 2 miles away, with its mainline train station only 2 hours from central London. Several beaches are within half an hour. Dartmoor National Park is just 7 miles (15 mins). We are also ideally situated for visits to the whole South Devon coast, Exmoor, the North Devon coast, and into Cornwall.
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Spacious Rural Cottage with Amazing Views, Nr Exeter is located in Ide. Spacious Rural Cottage with Amazing Views, Nr Exeter provides accommodation, featuring Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, among other amenities. This Cottage features Security/Safety, Child Friendly, Pet Friendly, to make your stay a comfortable one.

Spacious Rural Cottage with Amazing Views, Nr Exeter has 4 Bedrooms , 1 Bathroom, and max occupancy of 8 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Ide has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Ide, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Parking
Pet Friendly
TV
View
Ocean View
Balcony/Terrace
Security/Safety
Sports/Activities
Bedding/Linens
Wellness Facilities
Fireplace/Heating
Guest Services
Entertainment
Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
Child Friendly
Internet
Kitchen
Laundry

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Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:00 pm contactless check-in available minimum check-in age: 21
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 am contactless check-out available
Child Policy
Children are welcome.
Pet Policy
2 total pets note from host: not allowed upstairs. please ask about other pets. pets allowed restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees welcoming dogs only

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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room this property is managed through our partner, vrbo. you will receive an email from vrbo with a link to a vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Reviews

Jayne H.
Jul 22, 2025 12:31:58 AM
Review Score:   10
Summary: This is a beautiful and well-equipped house in a stunning location. So remote and peaceful and yet so handy for the city of Exeter as well as the surrounding areas. The house itself was really spacious and well-designed and the garden accommodated us and our dogs perfectly. A lovely stay for our family of 6 plus our 2 dogs.
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