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3 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 6
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free Wi-Fi
Explore the area
Newton St Cyres, England
University of Exeter
Place, University of Exeter
16 min drive
Exeter Cathedral
Place, Exeter Cathedral
20 min drive
Exeter's Historic Quayside
Place, Exeter's Historic Quayside
20 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
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 Single 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!!
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On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
About the area
Exeter
Located in Exeter, this holiday home is in the city centre and near the beach. Bill Douglas Centre and Exeter Northcott Theatre are cultural highlights, and travellers looking to shop may want to visit Harlequins Shopping Centre and Gandy Street. Travelling with kids? Consider Crediton Arts Centre, or check out an event or a game at Clip 'n Climb. Power boating offers a great chance to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with horse riding, hiking and cycling nearby.
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
Newton St Cyres Station - 16 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 31 min drive
Restaurants
The Imperial - 15 min drive
The Thatched House - 16 min drive
Starbucks - 15 min drive
Beer Engine - 9 min drive
Hanlons Brewery - 10 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Is Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows pets (limit 2 total).
How much does it cost to stay at Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis ?
As of 14 Apr 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis on 11 May 2026 start from £265, 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 Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis ?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis ?
Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.
Where is Luxury Cottage in exceptional private grounds with private gym, table tennis located?
Located near the beach, this family-friendly holiday home is within 6 mi (10 km) of Crediton Arts Centre, Lords Meadow Leisure Centre, and Exeter Phoenix Centre. Harlequins Shopping Centre and Gandy Street are also within 6 miles (10 km).
Reviews
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Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
An attractive and very comfortable cottage for our family of 4 adults plus 2 small children. Comfortable bedrooms and good bathroom facilities. The kitchen is quite small but worked well though could have been better equipped (a couple of extra bar stools would have been useful and more glasses and crockery - ideally free of chips). We enjoyed the garden and grounds and Nikki was a very welcoming and responsive host.
John N.
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jul 2025
Hi John
Thank you for your review and glad you enjoyed the cottage. I was surprised you say the kitchen needs more bar stools but then stay it is small, which I don’t think it is plus there is a separate dining room. I did buy an additional high chair for your visit so there were two, do a full change of linen at no cost for additional guests, bought more wine glasses and tumblers and egg cups within two hour of asking. If you felt the crockery was chipped it would have been nice if you had mentioned this as I do everything possible to ensure the cottage is perfect and respond immediately to anything. I do ask guests to let me know if they find anything to be short of perfect in the access details, welcome pack and directly as reviews are so important when hosts, like me, work so hard to get everything right.
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.
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!
My family travelled to Exeter for our youngest daughters wedding the house was perfect, right size and spotless clean. We met the owners and were very nice. Overall we had a great stay and would use this property again should we visit that area again.
Roderick M.
Stayed 8 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Hi Roderick
Thank you and so glad you had a happy stay and super wedding. Really hope you can come back and put your feet up next time!
Nikki
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.
We wanted to stay near Exeter not only to tour the university, but to have a few days holiday with my elderly parents. We could not have asked for a prettier cottage or more delightful location than Poppy's Cottage. The cottage is beautifully decorated, spotlessly clean, light and airy. Nikki left scones jam and cream to greet us, along with butter, eggs, milk and bread, so we felt immediately at home. There was a wonderful downstairs bedroom and ensuite which suited my parents perfectly. The gardens surrounding the cottage, which guests are free to walk around are stunningly beautiful, and we all loved watching the birds on the bird feeder outside the kitchen window. A day out at Killerton House was ideal for those with mobility issues - there were golf buggies to take guests to the house and around the gardens. The guides were wonderful. All in all, I can honestly say that we have never enjoyed a vacation cottage more. Thank you so much, Nikki for a fantastic experience. We fell in love with Poppy's Cottage and cannot wait to visit again.
Amanda C.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 3 Apr 2020
Goodness me....thank you so much! We have all worked hard and it’s so lovely to read your comments, it makes everything worth while and hopefully we will see you again...thank you x
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.
Joanne R.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 5 Oct 2023
Wow! What a lovely review, it means a great deal. Thank you
Nikki, Woody and Willow!
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)
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.
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.
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.
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.
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 🤩
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!
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
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.
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.
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.
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.
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.
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