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Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop

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10 out of 10

Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Gym
  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen

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Newton St Cyres, England
  • University of Exeter
    13 min drive
  • Exeter's Historic Quayside
    17 min drive
  • Spacex
    17 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    31 min drive

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About this property

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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis


SPECIAL OFFER FROM 20th AUGUST FOR 5 or 6 nights £225 per NIGHT FROM £275

Poppy’s Cottage is a detached property set in the grounds of a large country house. Located down it’s own private lane and tucked away, this is a quiet, beautiful, hidden away escape, yet is within 15 mins drive of the centre of Exeter - Devon’s capitol city.

For a really good sense of the cottage inside and out, do watch the video

The well equipped cottage provides amongst its many comforts: underfloor heating, a woodburner, Egyptian cotton bed linen, Range cooker, fast WiFi, two smart TV’s (one in the twin room) for streaming Netflix etc. and access to wonderful walks from the front door. You will be welcome to enjoy some of the main house’s incredible gardens which in turn access public footpaths which lead into seven square miles of forests.

There is a fully enclosed private garden for your young children or four legged friend, along with a covered barn with table tennis and BBQ and outdoor tables and sun loungers. There is also a gym.

Accommodation includes One Master with En suite shower room. Two further bedrooms, one twin and and with king size bed, all good sizes. There is also a substantial marble tiled family bathroom upstairs with double ended bath and separate luxury power shower. There is an additional bathroom downstairs so three in total.

A wood burning stove with logs in the sitting room, a full kitchen with island and bar stools, separate dining room with underfloor heating, separate snug with desk area, and downstairs bathroom.

There is an attached video which best shows all aspects of the cottage
Poppy’s Cottage is newly renovated throughout and provides a warm welcoming space to relax in. We are delighted our guests so far have been so lovely about their stays and glad to see some returning. The house does offer a unique, secluded setting to unwind as a family, with total privacy and only the sounds of nature, along with access to the most stunning gardens. You are welcome to explore an additional 12 acres of our gardens and grounds with some unique plants and stunning floral displays.

We know all the local farm shops, supplying meat, fish, vegetables, takeaway foods (even locally made Middle Eastern meals which are our favourite) local game pies and even seafood, all delivered to the door. Waitrose and Tescos, Sainsbury's all deliver here. This is a cottage to enjoy long walks, sun bathing if the weather allows, games, films, table tennis, wonderful meals, bird watching and even badger and deer spotting. If you are very energetic then there is a private gym in which to escape though I can't image why anyone would do this!!



During your stay at this holiday home, you'll be close to Exeter Northcott Theatre. Features include a gym and an arcade/games room. The holiday home offers free WiFi and a kitchen.
  • The holiday home offers a kitchen, a washing machine and 1.5 bathrooms
  • Free WiFi
  • Services include babysitting
  • On-site recreation includes tennis courts and a gym
  • 13 minutes by car from University of Exeter and 15 minutes from Skirmish Paintball Games Exeter
As a guest of Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis , you'll find a fitness centre, barbecue grills, and an arcade/games room. The family-friendly Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis also features a garden and local meal delivery service. The front desk is open around the clock.

Property manager

Nikki Chambers

Languages

English, French

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Pool/Spa

  • Massage

Internet

  • Available in the house: Free WiFi

Parking and transport

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Hob
  • Kitchen island
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1.5 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk
  • Desk chair

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • 2 pets total

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board
  • Meal delivery service

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • In a village
  • In the city centre
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Golf
  • Gym
  • Table tennis
  • Tennis
  • Cycling nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher
  • Deadbolt lock

General

  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:30 PM
Minimum check-in age - 18

Check-out

Contactless check-out

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Maximum 2 pets
    • Service animals are exempt from fees.
  • Note from host: Only friendly dogs. Max 2 dogs

Children and extra beds

  • Children are welcome.

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking.
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
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions. You will also receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, which will enable you to manage your booking.

Property is also known as

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Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis Reviews

Reviews

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10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Susan N.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing cottage
We had a lovely week staying in this comfortable cottage. It had everything we needed for our stay, and so peaceful. The garden was perfect for a dog, really secure, and then all the woodlands around for walking meant we didn’t have to travel anywhere if we didn’t want to! Nikki was very friendly, helpful and easy to contact.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Briony R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely Cottage
The cottage is beautiful and really lovely place for a calm, peaceful get away! I stayed with my mum and we bought our labrador who had a great time and was spoilt for choice! Would highly recommend and we hope to stay again next year. Thanks so much Nicky & family!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joanne R., New Hope, USA

Liked: Cleanliness
Idyllic cottage in beautiful area
This property was perfect. Photos are accurate but do not do it complete justice. There were five of us staying here aged from 20s to 80s, and all had a lovely stay. Very spacious cottage, beautifully furnished, comfy and cosy. Plenty of car parking space. Everything that we needed was available within the cottage. Kitchen had all that we needed to cook family meals and make tea or coffee. The outside garden was an ideal place for us to host our local family with its two seating sets with tables, suitable for 10-12 to enjoy tea out on the lawn and enjoy quietude within the the surrounds. Plus the adjacent gym/ping pong provided fun entertainment for those of us with more energy. We also went for lovely walks around the property and local forest, and we even had the owner’s two dogs (Woody and Willow) join us for one of our three mile jaunts in the woods. The location is simply idyllic and beautifully representative of Devon country life, very close to Crediton and its conveniences, such as a Tesco Superstore and two petrol stations. Easy access to the Devon coast at Budleigh and Sidmouth and to Castle Drogo, a modern and interesting castle in a very scenic area. This cottage is really a special experience. Highly recommend.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Tris H.

Liked: Cleanliness
So relaxing
We've stayed in cottages in Devon many times and I don't think we've ever stayed in such a peaceful and relaxing environment. And with 2 Labradors and a teenage son in tow as well. Communication with Nikki both before and during our stay was brilliant and the location and surrounding are amazing. We'll hopefully get a chance to stay again soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jeremy Moyse

Liked: Cleanliness
Wondeful Cottage
The photos don;t really convey how great this cottage is. Superb attention to detail, quality throughout and looked after. We had a real and needed break and despite appalling weather, the cottage made it special. ...just a pity VRBO don't care for their app as well as the owners do this cottage (the known 'network error' they haven't fixed)
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022

10/10 Excellent

Darcy W., Rocklin, California

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful stay
Everything was wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022

10/10 Excellent

ann p.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful setting
amazing spot in autumn in the trees. Lovely cottage. Kids request was for a bigger TV!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Victoria H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely cottage in a fabulous setting
This well-equipped cottage is exactly as described in the listing and had everything we needed for our stay. Nikki and family were excellent hosts, providing a thoughtful welcome pack for our arrival and on hand for anything we might need, whilst respecting our privacy throughout our stay. We loved the cottage and the tranquility of the setting; If you are looking for peace and a getaway from the hustle and bustle of daily life, this is the place to come! As well as your own gated garden, you also have access to beautiful woodland right on your doorstep. We also thoroughly enjoyed exploring the gardens of the main house when they were opened on the Wednesday of our stay, made all the more special by our personal tour being provided by Nikki's two dogs, Woody and Willow! For our teenagers, the private gym and the table tennis were a real bonus. I only wish we could have stayed longer, to explore more of the area and spend more quality time with each other in this beautiful setting.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Myrna W.

Liked: Cleanliness
We had an amazing time in Poppys Cottage the setting was stunning tranquil and a great place
The property is stunning well equipped and a great place to switch off
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Michael N., Basingstoke, Hampshire

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect retreat
Fantastic property in an idillic setting. Loads to see and do just a short distance away but sorely tempted to remain hidden in the surroundings of Poppy’s Cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Fiona R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil and beautiful
Wonderful experience from start to finish. We were looking for a home base for a few days as we explored Dartmoor and Exeter. Poppy’s Cottage was absolutely perfect - I wish our days had been a little less busy, so we could have enjoyed more time there. Huge cottage that is very well laid out with all the amenities that one might need, along with a gorgeous garden with fragrant flowers all around. Absolutely tranquil - all you could hear was the sounds of birds calling and bees buzzing. Gracious hosts who were great with communication along with kind touches such as leaving milk, eggs, scones on our first day. Very friendly dog welcoming you to play fetch ad infinitum. Would love to come back and stay for longer. Convenient access to a supermarket for stocking up on supplies. Honestly, don’t know how this place could get any better.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Poppy Cottage is idyllic
An amazing cottage of a very high standard. Owner very friendly and left essentials plus homemade cream tea for our arrival. Truly idyllic setting away from the hustle and bustle of everyday life. Wonderful and we will be booking again.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tim L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in Devon
Excellent accommodation, all necessary contents and equipment in place for a holiday home from home.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Hughie C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Magical Fabulous Sanctuary
We had a wonderful week at the magical Poppy’s Cottage…..it really did feel magical …like a secret getaway and something from a fairy tale. The stunning gardens and extensive private woodland were amazing and we and our dog adored exploring. We could have quite happily not gone anywhere else for the entire week! Nikki was a fabulous host … came to see us on arrival (with some great recommendations) and was totally available if needed but otherwise left us to it. Nikki also provided a really thoughtful welcome pack for our dog & some truly scrumptious scones with jam & clotted cream, fresh bread & eggs. Such a nice touch. Can’t recommend highly enough. We did leave the cottage for some lovely days out ….highlights for us were Fingle Bridge & Castle Drogo, Babbacombe, Sidmouth, Beer & Hanlon’s 🤩
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Sarah J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Gorgeous relaxing stay
We had such a lovely relaxed week in this stunning cottage. Plenty of room for us all including our dog! We loved the styling of all the rooms and the beds were amazingly comfy! We were lucky with the weather and enjoyed sitting in the garden with a coffee or a wine!!! The location is great - just 15 mins into Exeter and about 45 mins to Exmouth beach which is dog friendly. We ate at The Stables and The Beer Engine - would recommend both. We would love to stay again!
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

James R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great location, quiet and peaceful. Lovely country walks and surrounded area. Highly recommended
The property was clean and unlike many other places we’ve stayed very well equipped and stocked. The teenagers really appreciated the smart TV-Netflix and prime
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Suzy R., Gloucester

Liked: Cleanliness
Poppy's Cottage is a place to escape to in a tranquil setting
We had such a wonderful week relaxing in such an amazing setting for the cottage. You do feel that you have escaped from life and can enjoy the beautiful cottage and garden. The weather was superb and so enjoyed eating in the garden everyday. The cottage is of a high standard and very well equipped. It is a good location to explore south Devon and beaches. Local amenities are excellent. Nikki was at hand if needed and able to deal with questions. We would love to return.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Brenda W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect family get away
The cottage is off the beaten track and perfectly decorated and kitted out for a family break. The welcome pack including scones, jam and cream was a lovely surprise. The log burning stove was lovely for a cold and wet evening and the ping pong table was well used by all.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Danielle B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful Hidden Cottage
We had a wonderful stay at Poppy’s Cottage. Very roomy but homely cottage with everything you need available, surrounded by beautiful gardens and nature. Warm welcome received, welcome pack including all essentials and cream tea, fresh eggs and toiletries. Couldn’t want for anything more for our short stay, and hosts were more than accommodating and couldn’t do enough for us, but also respected our privacy. Would happily return. Thank you for a wonderful break. The Barringer & Hill Family.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Wendy C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Wonderful week at poppy cottage.
A lovely house set in beautiful gardens , very peaceful setting. Very comfortable beds , with everything that we needed for the week. An especially nice touch was the welcome pack provided by Nikki who made our week a special one.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter A.

Liked: Cleanliness
Family week away.
Gorgeous cottage in beautiful and very peaceful setting. Perfect antidote to urban living. Great host.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Ian R.

Liked: Cleanliness
A perfect stay
Poppy’s cottage is perfect break. Tucked away in the middle of nowhere - exactly what was needed. Nikki ensures everything is working perfectly to ensure your stay is maximised.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Martin F., Northampton

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquil cottage in fantastic gardens
We have just returned from a six night stay at this property. Everything was perfect. We visited Exeter, Topness and Exmouth, Dartmoor (making friends with the ponies) and Torquay and Dartmouth. All are within easy reach. We also enjoyed walking through the gardens and numerous paths through the woods around the cottage. Leisurely meals around the kitchen table, planning the next days activities over a glass of wine and chatting long into the night were much appreciated after recent months of 'lock down'. The weather was fantastic and we were able to sit out until late in the evening even taking advantage of the BBQ. We will never forget the stars and the evening we were visited by number of Tawny owls. Thank you Nikki for a most enjoyable and welcome stay. Martin, Penny, Deborah and Paul.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah H.

Liked: Cleanliness
Poppy’s Cottage, Sherwood
Poppy’s cottage is a real hidden gem. The property is furnished to the highest standards and is equipped with everything you need for a perfect, relaxing holiday. The owners are very friendly and will provide anything you need on request. We have had a very relaxing week and are already planning our next visit. The table-tennis table was an absolute hit for all of us. We loved every minute of our stay!

10/10 Excellent

Hans D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Amazing place to discover Devon
We very much enjoyed our two weeks stay in this lovely and very well located property. There is a lot to like about Poppy’s cottage. It is very spacious, unbelievable calm and very well equipped. Also the location allows to visit very easily the numerous beauty spots in Devon. The welcome was very warm with delicious scones and even treats for our dog. The best thing about the house is the location in truly amazing grounds, which allow great walks but especially make Poppy’s Cottage such a fantastic place to stay.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2020