Your Holiday Awaits
9.8
Redferns Holiday Homes Winner
SOMETHING FOR EVERYONE.
From the boutique, central to the grand overlooking the countryside, we have something for everyone. whether you're looking for a quiet, romantic getaway for two or a family get together, we have it covered.
East Devon offers numerous hidden gems beyond its popular spots, featuring secluded coastal spots, tranquil nature reserves, and charming, lesser-known villages. Highlights include the dramatic, quieter Jacob’s Ladder beach in Sidmouth, the peaceful Branscombe coastline with its unique shore-side sauna, and the scenic, wildlife-rich walking trails at Seaton Wetlands and Woodbury Common.
Secluded Beaches and Coastal Gems
Jacob’s Ladder Beach (Sidmouth):
A quieter cove tucked beneath dramatic white cliffs, accessible via a famous wooden staircase.
Branscombe Beach & Sauna:
A charming, scenic pebble beach featuring a unique wood-fired sauna with panoramic sea views.
Underground caverns historically used for mining stone, offering fascinating, cool tours away from the crowds.
A quiet, tranquil spot perfect for a peaceful walk or crabbing, often overlooked for the larger nearby towns.
Wildlife and Nature Escapes
A stunning, quiet nature reserve with boardwalks, bird hides, and frequent, diverse bird sightings.
Bystock Pools & Squabmoor Reservoir:
Hidden, serene spots on Woodbury Common ideal for relaxing, wildlife-filled walks.
A peaceful valley ideal for gentle riverside walks, rich in wildlife and nature.
Quaint Villages and Scenic Walks
The Goat Walk, Topsham:
A serene, narrow footpath along the River Exe estuary offering, quiet, scenic, and bird-watching opportunities.
Colyton:
Known as the "most rebellious town in Devon," this historic, charming town features beautiful old buildings.
East Budleigh:
A quiet, historic village and the birthplace of Sir Walter Raleigh.
Blackbury Camp:
An ancient Iron Age hill fort nestled in woodland, ideal for a quiet, scenic walk.
Unique Experiences
A historic watermill on the River Otter where visitors can watch flour being milled and enjoy local food.
A local vineyard offering tours and tastings.
A wood-fired, shore-side sauna providing a unique, restorative, and, relaxing,, experience on the coast.
WALK THE WALK
AREA HIGHLIGHTS
Underground caverns historically used for mining stone, offering fascinating, cool tours away from the crowds.
A peaceful valley ideal for gentle riverside walks, rich in wildlife and nature.
