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Holiday Cottages In Devon 2025/2026

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Our Devon Cottage Holidays Guide

There's something quite special about waking up in a cute little room that feels like a home away from home, which is why Devon holiday cottages are so popular. Incredible holiday homes in some beautiful locations, whether on the calming beachfront, in impressive Dartmoor National Park, or simply in the tranquil countryside. With so many locations and homes to choose from, it can be a minefield to make sure you book the right one for you. So here is our helpful guide for staying in 2025 and 2026.

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Popular Holiday Areas In Devon

Woolacombe Beach

Woolacombe

Located on the gorgeous North Devon coast, Woolacombe is a popular holiday hotspot, with crowds flocking here in the summer months

Exmouth

Exmouth

Just south of Exeter, Exmouth in East Devon is a great seaside town with shops, bars, restaurants, a lovely long stretch of beach and some fantastic holiday cottages

Croyde

Croyde & Croyde Bay

Croyde Beach is a small but very popular place to stay in North Devon. Sitting between Saunton and Woolacombe, Croyde is another great holiday option

Teignmouth

Teignmouth

In the summer the popular South Devon town of Teignmouth is bustling with life, with lots going on, the Grand Pier and a great stretch of beach

Getting To Devon

By Car

The most convenient way of getting to and around Devon is by car. Although there are public train and bus services, they don't go everywhere and frequency can be limited, especially on Sundays. And with so many gorgeous places to stay out in the countryside and by the sea, they might be a little harder to get to. Travelling by car also means that you can get out and about, visiting some of the region's popular tourist attractions like Paignton Zoo Environmental Park and Crealy Theme Park, or go exploring and find some quieter beaches.

By Train

The main city in Devon is Exeter, so you'll probably be arriving into, or will need to change trains here at Exeter St Davids or Exeter Central. From here, you can head up to places like Barnstaple on the north coast, Okehampton on the border of Dartmoor National Park, or head down to the south coast seaside towns of Exmouth, Dawlish, Torquay and Paignton. Depending on where you are staying, you might then need to jump in a taxi if you holiday cottage is not close to public transport.

Holiday Parks

Although a self catering cottage can feel like a home away from home, if you prefer to have a few facilities on-site, like restaurant, entertainment and even a swimming pool, Devon's holiday parks can be a really good alternative, especially if you're on a family holiday. Popular resorts like Haven Devon Cliffs, John Fowler South Bay and Park Holidays UK Golden Sands are great options to take a look at.

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