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Oak Lodge
Oak Lodge
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Exterior
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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 61500 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Exeter, Devon
  • Place, East Devon
    ‪9 min walk‬
  • Place, Sidmouth Beach
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Place, The Donkey Sanctuary
    ‪24 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪8 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Shower room 1

Toilet · Shower only

Toilet 1

Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country

Oak Lodge is a newly built detached lodge of cutting edge design and contemporary luxury. The lodge is centrally heated with oak wooden floors and LED downlights throughout and a balcony upstairs to enjoy the breath-taking views. Outside, the level compact garden surrounds the lodge with lawn and a private seating area at the front, which is south facing. Plenty of allocated parking. This unique setting and all year rental makes it an ideal retreat for singles, couples, families or friends sharing. For those who prefer an active holiday, this tranquil setting is perfect to unwind at the end of an energetic day.
Our prices include all fees. No hidden fees.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas
Smoking is permitted but only outside
Proof of identification required prior to the stay for all guests for insurance purposes.
Renter must have at least a 4 star review rating.
Primary renter must be a guest

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
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 and a deadlock
If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal.

We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Exeter

Located in Exeter, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. The area's natural beauty can be seen at East Devon and Dorset and East Devon Coast, while Exmouth Museum and Topsham Museum are cultural highlights. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Westpoint Arena or Sandy Park Rugby Stadium. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding and cycling nearby.
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Exeter, Devon

What's nearby

  • East Devon - 9 min walk - 0.8 km
  • Devon Cliffs Beach - 13 min drive - 16.3 km
  • Sidmouth Beach - 17 min drive - 18.3 km
  • The Donkey Sanctuary - 24 min drive - 23.2 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 30 min drive - 37.2 km

Getting around

  • Whimple Station - 10 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 12 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The White Horse Inn - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Oscar’s Takeaway - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Saint George and Dragon - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Greendale Farm Shop Cafe - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Cranberry Farm - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country ?

As of 26 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country on 7 Apr 2026 start from £200, 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 Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Detached Lodge , Within the Open Country located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is 0.4 mi (0.6 km) from East Devon and 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Woodbury Park Golf Club. Crealy Great Adventure Park and Westpoint Arena are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 78 out of 84 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 84 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 84 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 84 reviews

9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simon J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
All the facilities that you would need, quiet surroundings, friendly host, close to main roads
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

MICHAEL H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely 4-night stay at Paul's place. The host was readily available for any queries - on site but not obtrusive. The house itself was very clean. A lovely light and airy feel. Well equipped kitchen.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2026
Verified

8/10 Good

Sean C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely Lodge

A very clean and homely stay in this purpose built well equipped lodge.
Stayed 5 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Sept 2024
Thank you for your kind review
Verified

8/10 Good

Wendy R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely lodge

Excellent facility in a great location. Ideal for Bicton horse trials
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
all whole experience was first class.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Oct 2025
Thank you Richard for your kind review
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Andrew M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic property and welcoming hosts

Great property - good location, well maintained and warm (we stayed in November!). Kids loved the range of animals.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Dec 2023
We are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Oak Lodge and the children enjoyed are animals . Thank you for staying with us ,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

An excellent property - highly recommended

Beautifully designed house that was very warm and spacious. Kitchen facilities excellent and the location was great for lots of fun local activities for the family.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Apr 2023
Michael , Thank you for staying at our Oak Lodge and we hope you and your family have a good holiday brake away , thanks for looking after the home so well , love to see you again in the future , Regards , Paul and Anna .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dan C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely design super friendly and great for kids

We stayed for 3 nights, place has everything you need and 15 mins from beaches. Will be going back for sure
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Aug 2024
Thank you for your review , Regards . Paul .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Half term break

Great place and location, loved it
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sally M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely quiet getaway

Great place to stay, in a convenient location. Beds were comfortable. The children enjoyed seeing the chickens in the mornings.
Stayed 6 nights in Feb 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Feb 2024
Sally and her family where a pleasure to have staying at Oak Lodge . we would always welcome the family back at any time in the future , thank you for staying . Paul .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karin B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

A perfect property, cannot wait to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Was a pleasure to have Karin staying a Oak Lodge Look forward to your return visit
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carys O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous setting. Beautiful immaculate lodge. Friendly hosts. Kindly left milk, tea, coffee.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jane R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Beautiful Location

Would recommend this lovely property set in idyllic grounds and not too far from local areas to visit. Paul and Anna are perfect hosts, very friendly and helpful. Would love to come back!
Stayed 4 nights in May 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2024
A pleasure to have Jane and her guest staying at Oak, Lodge we would welcome the family back at any time in the future , Thank you Jane .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Kat E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect house

We really enjoyed our stay here, it’s a great location and the house was perfect for us. Very clean and spacious and well equipped with everything we needed with a small child. Would 100% recommend this property and the very welcoming hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

S C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A pleasant change

Different, interesting well equipped lodge. Wonderful area to explore We had a great time
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Laura D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Absolutely perfect!

We stayed here for four nights whilst visiting the east Devon coast. The account is exactly as described, absolutely beautiful! We will definitely stay here again in the future. Such a peaceful location, but ideal for local places to visit. Would highly recommend!
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jun 2024
Laura , thank you for your kind review and booking with us , we are pleased you enjoyed your stay and hopefully see you again in the future , Regards . Paul .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mike B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

April 2023

It was a good place to stay. We may well come back sometime.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 May 2023
Thank you for staying at Oak Lodge and look forward to seeing you in the future ,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Birthday break

Had the most wonderful stay. Paul was fantastic, so helpful and friendly. The Oak was amazing, such a beautiful property in stunning surroundings. Loved the hens!!! Definitely be back again with more family 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 20 Sept 2023
Tracy , Thank you very much for staying at Oak Lodge and we would love to see you back again soon , Kind Regards , Paul .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Exeter Weekend Away

Really enjoyed the stay at “Oak Lodge”. The house has pretty much everything you want in hand, only thing that would make the kitchen better is a Coffee pod machine. The beds are comfortable and the views are great. All in all very happy
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jul 2024
Rob , we are pleased you enjoyed your stay at Oak Lodge Many Thank, Paul .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Relaxing Views

What a beautiful lodge ‘oak lodge’ is. No interrupted views & so peaceful. Very well equipped with everything you need. We were met by our friendly host Paul on our check in who was full of welcomed information regarding lodge & area. Myself & my husband had a fantastic 5 days visiting Devon. We would definitely stay again as so well situated .
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Sept 2024
Karen , and her husband where a pleasure to have staying at our ,Oak Lodge , we would most welcome them back at any time , thank you ,
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Caroline N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

Paul couldn't have been more welcoming to this beautiful property. We stayed for 2 nights with friends we haven't seen for 12yrs to attend a wedding close by. The atmosphere of peace and tranquility was the perfect backdrop for our weekend.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 21 Nov 2023
Caroline ,and her guest looked after our property very well and we would welcome then back at any time in the future
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Joe M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely stay

Last minute booking which went with a hitch. Lodge was perfect for our family and well equipped. My 1 year loved the chickens and sheep wanting to go and see them at any point she coukd. Lovely location and only 15 mins to Exmouth and Sidmouth. Thank you to Paul and Anna for having us. All the best. Hope to see you soon.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Merce J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very relaxing and cosy lodge

We very much enjoyed our stay at the Oak Lodge. It is in an esplendid location; tasteful, cosy and relaxing, with everything we could possibly need for our short holiday, and more. It has very nice and spacious living room and bedrooms, good bathrooms and a great kitchen. We had wonderful welcome treats from the hosts, and a beautiful bouquet of flowers on the table. Paul was very friendly and most helpful. We would love to come back. It is a 10/10 for us!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Elize V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Top holiday!

a beautiful house and beautiful surroundings to have a great holiday. The house is equipped with everything you need. There was a beautiful bunch of sunflowers on arrival and everything was ready for a nice cup of coffee or tea. Beds were already made and the house was super clean. A lovely quiet holiday spot. Paul, Ann and their daughter are very friendly and will do anything for you. They also give good tips for nice excursions. Nothing is too much, very sweet, helpful people. A nice place to come back again!
Stayed 12 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 10 Aug 2023
Thank you so much for your review ,we always enjoy having people from the Netherlands and it's always nice to see the children playing outside.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Esther H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short Escape

These lodges are ideally situated to get away from it all, which was just what we needed. Beautiful setting, complete with daily visits from the chickens. Perfectly located to explore all the south Devon coast has to offer, but situated high up near heathland with stunning views of the estuary and the rolling hills. The lodge had everything we needed and after a warm welcome, Paul and Anna left us alone to explore, with a phone number should we want help or advice. Thank you very much. It was everything we hoped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

About the host

Hosted by Paul and Anna Slade

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Hello, my name is Paul. My wife Anna and I have lived in the area for 25 years and have 3 teenage children. Having both been born in Devon, we have enjoyed the wonderful countryside the area has to offer, which inspired us to keep sheep, chickens and ducks. Both Anna and I have horticultural backgrounds, being a landscape gardener and florist by trade. We have designed and built a number of properties including cider barn, coach house, school and more recently an oak framed log cabin which we now live in. This then inspired us to build a south facing, cedar clad, glass fronted lodge which has spectacular views, making full use of the sun. So come and join us for a wonderful holiday in this unique location – you will never want to leave!

Why they chose this property

The property is surrounded by mature trees and is adjoining Woodbury Commons. This allows us to take lovely long walks over the heathland where nightingales and the Dartford worblers can be seen.

We are centrally located which makes it easy to reach the sea at Budliegh Salterton and Exmouth as well as Sidmouth, and only 10 minutes to Exeter.

There are wonderful views of Dartmoor and Exeter which can be seen from the lodge. The site enjoys sunshine all day long as it is south facing and very sheltered. The site is quiet and removed from the

What makes this property unique

The property is quiet, private and secure. We have 7 acres of land and keep sheep, ducks and chickens. We can sit peacefully beside our wildlife pond which is home to ducks, coots, dragonflies and danselflies, as well as carp and tench.

With so much available locally such as pubs, farm shops, the beach and other tourist attractions, we can offer a place to escape either after a busy day or just relaxing in the front garden soaking up the sun.

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