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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
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Newton St Cyres, England
- Place, University of Exeter16 min drive
- Place, Exeter Northcott Theatre18 min drive
- Place, Exeter Cathedral20 min drive
- Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)29 min drive
Rooms & beds
3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)
Large Bedroom with King size bed
1 King Bed
Master Bedroom
1 King Bed
Twin room
2 Twin Beds
1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom
Bathroom 3
Shower only
En suite
Toilet · Shower only
Main bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area
About this property
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!!
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet friendly
Free WiFi
Gym
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House Rules
Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Children
Children allowed: ages 0-17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed: limit 2 total
Only friendly dogs. Max 2 dogs
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
We should mention
A car is required for transportation to and from this property
About the neighborhood
Exeter
Located in Exeter, this vacation home is in the city center and near the beach. Bill Douglas Centre and Exeter Northcott Theatre are cultural highlights, and travelers looking to shop may want to visit Harlequins Shopping Centre and Gandy Street. Traveling with kids? Consider Crediton Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at Clip 'n Climb. Motor boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking/biking trails, and cycling nearby.

Newton St Cyres, England
What's nearby
- University of Exeter - 16 min drive - 8.2 km
- Exeter Northcott Theatre - 18 min drive - 9.6 km
- Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery - 19 min drive - 10.3 km
- Exeter Cathedral - 20 min drive - 10.7 km
- Exeter's Historic Quayside - 20 min drive - 11.0 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Imperial - 15 min drive
- The Thatched House - 16 min drive
- Pret a Manger - 16 min drive
- Beer Engine - 9 min drive
- McDonalds - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
Jul 23, 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
10/10 Excellent
Susan N.
Aug 7, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Amazing cottage
Susan N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Briony R.
Jun 26, 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely Cottage
Briony R.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
10/10 Excellent
Roderick M., Vancouver,USA
Aug 1, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wedding
Roderick M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
10/10 Excellent
Tris H.
Aug 3, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
So relaxing
Tris H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
Amanda C.
Jul 2, 2019
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous Experience
Amanda C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
10/10 Excellent
Joanne R.
Oct 2, 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Idyllic cottage in beautiful area
Joanne R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Jeremy Moyse
Dec 20, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wondeful Cottage
Jeremy Moyse
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Darcy W.
Nov 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful stay
Darcy W.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2022
10/10 Excellent
ann p.
Nov 7, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful setting
ann p.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022
10/10 Excellent
Victoria H.
Aug 27, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in a fabulous setting
Victoria H.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Myrna W.
Aug 13, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We had an amazing time in Poppys Cottage the setting was stunning tranquil and a great place
Myrna W.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Michael N.
Aug 6, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect retreat
Michael N.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
10/10 Excellent
Fiona R.
Apr 29, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquil and beautiful
Fiona R.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2022
10/10 Excellent
Karen R.
Mar 28, 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Poppy Cottage is idyllic
Karen R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Tim L.
Sep 14, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Tranquility in Devon
Tim L.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
10/10 Excellent
Hughie C.
Sep 7, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Magical Fabulous Sanctuary
Hughie C.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Sarah J.
Aug 29, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Gorgeous relaxing stay
Sarah J.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
James R.
Aug 17, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location, quiet and peaceful. Lovely country walks and surrounded area. Highly recommended
James R.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021
10/10 Excellent
Suzy R.
Jul 27, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Poppy's Cottage is a place to escape to in a tranquil setting
Suzy R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Brenda W.
Jul 15, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect family get away
Brenda W.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2021
10/10 Excellent
Danielle B.
Jun 28, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful Hidden Cottage
Danielle B.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Wendy C.
Jun 21, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Wonderful week at poppy cottage.
Wendy C.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
10/10 Excellent
Peter A.
Apr 18, 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Family week away.
Peter A.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
10/10 Excellent
Ian R.
Oct 7, 2020
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A perfect stay
Ian R.
Stayed 10 nights in Sep 2020
About the host
Hosted by Nikki Chambers
I have been living in Devon since 1998. We fell in love with our house and embarked on a huge renovation program of both the main house and the cottage, both of which needed pretty much everything doing. Seeing the finished results has made it all worth while and we look forward to welcoming guests to the beautiful house and grounds
Why they chose this property
Close to the sea (pop on local train 10 mins drive away with free car park) and have one of the most scenic train journeys along the coast to the beach, or discover wild Dartmoor, historic Exeter, the North Coast The Tarka Trail or simply stay put in beautiful surroundings doing little more than enjoying the peace and gardens...Poppy’s Cottage is a wonderful central location to see and do so much
What makes this property unique
Poppy’s Cottage is set in amazing grounds and one of the most amazing gardens in the country. Its is totally removed from the noise of cars and surrounded by woods, gardens and wildlife. However Exeter is under 15 mins away and therefore great for eating out or going slightly further afield to the sea (catch the local train) or Dartmoor
Languages:
English, French
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