South Farm Holiday Cottages in Devon
South Farm’s hot tub, sauna, gym and swimming pool really will make your holiday special in Devon
01823 681078
3 night weekend breaks from
£250 in Lake cottage
£200 in Swallow cottage
includes Fishing WiFi and use of Hot tub
Local area
South Farm holiday cottages are situated in East Devon in the Blackdown Hills which are known locally as the secret hills due to their tranquil setting, we are central to Devon's many tourist attractions, summer and winter, beaches, moors, market towns, Torquay, Dartmouth and the seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Beer, Sidmouth and Exmouth. Honiton, 7 miles away is a delightful Devon market town. You can shop at a Farmer's market or the High Street shops that offer the best of Devon food, then browse through the antique shops. Also Visit the historical City of Exeter, the regional capital only 30 minutes drive or bustling Taunton just 25 minutes drive.
Apart from fishing in our lakes, strolling our quiet lanes and enjoying the birdsong and peace, we have access to adjoining Woodland Trust woods. Within walking distance there is also the Sheldon Equestrian Centre, Hollies trout fishery. There is also good cycling, along the quiet country lanes.
Or you could take to the skies and after visiting the Memorial Museum at Dunkeswell airfield, launch yourself out of a plane parachuting, go gliding, learn to fly or drift overhead in a hot air balloon from Exeter. For the adventurous, there is 4x4 driving range, go-karting, hiking or mountain bike riding on our own Blackdown hills, Dartmoor or Exmoor and surfing off the golden beaches of North Devon.
The many local Pubs and Inns are what everyone imagines life in Devon should be. As well as your traditional village pub serving up good old-fashioned pub grub, there is increasing number of gastro pubs and inns that lean towards fine dining. most are child and dog friendly.
If that all sounds too energetic stay at South Farm holiday cottages with just a good book, a sketch pad or a fishing rod. Forget the car and enjoy the tranquillity and beauty of rural Devon. Be active or relax at South Farm holiday cottages accommodation.
There are foot paths all around South Farm holiday cottages, from a short stroll in the joining woodland to a full on long distance hike.
If you want to explorer more of Devon you'll find walks for everyone and, with its mild climate, unspoilt beauty, peace and tranquillity, Devon is the perfect place for walkers to explore.
Short stroll or epic hike, take your choice of miles of Devon's exhilarating views, gently rolling countryside, high moorland, river valleys and some of the finest stretches of coastline in Britain -- what more could you ask?
Just look at a good map and you will find tracks everywhere. Or follow one of these routes
Long Distance Trails
A delightful variety of spectacular and picturesque long-distance footpaths awaits you in Devon. Some have literary connections, others historic, but all have fascinating points of interest. The Two Moors Way is taxing, but rewards with wonderful contrasts of scenery. The Two Castles Trail also offers a Victorian workhouse. The jewel in the crown is the South West Coast Path, Devon's only National Trail, with 205 miles of matchless coast.
Whether you are looking for family cottage holidays, a dog friendly holiday cottage, a romantic cottage for two, a child friendly holiday cottage, a large group holiday or a golf break holiday, South farm holiday Cottages offer an unrivalled range of quality self catering holiday cottages in Devon All our self catering holiday cottages in Devon are pet and dog friendly, they will love the long walks through the woodlands and open fields in and around South farm. dogs charged
You will find details of horse rides that can be taken directly from South farm - tried and tested routes. There is an abundance of rides in the immediate area taking in local bridleways, and small little used country roads and others with wide verges. The area is very scenic and horseback a lovely way to explore.
For more on horse riding in the Blackdown hill look here
South Farms holiday cottages nearest convenience shops are some five miles way at Dunkeswell, but there are other options. We are within range of Tesco Home delivery from their Honiton store so you can either place your order from home to coincide with your arrival or you can use our own broadband connection.
South Farm holiday cottages are also extremely well located for golfing parties with an excellent selection of very good golf courses within half an hours drive as follows:
Devon
1) Honiton Golf Club – www.honitongolfclub.co.uk - 15 minutes
2) Padbrook Park, Cullumpton – www.padbrookpark.co.uk - 15 minutes
3) Sidmouth Golf Club – www.sidmouthgolfclub.co.uk - 30 minutes
4) Exeter Golf and Country Club – www.exetergcc.co.uk - 30 minutes
5) Woodbury Park – www.woodburypark.co.uk - 30 minutes
6) East Devon Golf Club – www.edgc.co.uk - 35 minutes
Dorset
7) Lyme Regis – www.lymeregisgolfclub.co.uk - 35 minutes
8) Bridport and West Dorset – www.bridportgolfclub.org.uk - 40 minutes
9) Cheddington Court – www.cheddington Court Golf Club – 40 minutes
For those prepared to travel a bit further the internationally famous courses at Royal North Devon at Bideford (www.royalnorthdevongolfclub.co.uk) and Saunton (www.sauntongolf.co.uk) can be reached in a little over an hour. Within an hours drive of South Farm there are probably a further 20 course to choose from.
Shopping
Eating out
The Ashill Inn, Devon...Make it your place, for a warm welcome, fine food and outstanding ales!
“The Ashill is only minutes by car or it is on a circular walking route from South Farm”
Ashill Inn was built in 1835 and is a grade II listed public house with plenty of charm.
It is situated in the picturesque Mid Devon village of Ashill. With easy links to the market town of Honiton and in an ‘area of outstanding natural beauty’ so is the perfect spot to enjoy a meal or drink, either in our newly refurbished restaurant or beer garden, serving real ales from breweries in the area.
Keepers cottage
The West Country is a food larder, and Ashley Persey, our head chef, endeavours to utilise its harvest whenever possible, creating meals with quality and uniqueness. Make sure to check the specials board for the latest changing seasonal dishes.
Local Ales and ciders are the basis of our guest drinks, and as with our food we try to support local business whenever possible. Our portions are generally not for the faint hearted, and we are able to provide smaller portions if requested
The Wyndham Arms is a grade II listed historic coaching inn, situated within the beautiful Mid Devon village of Kentisbeare.
The Wyndham Arms is a traditional Devon pub, welcoming locals and visitors alike. It was saved from permanent closure in July 2008 by the Villagers of Kentisbeare.
We have a bar, a snug and a restaurant and are open every day. We pride ourselves on serving fresh, delicious pub food and real ale, having received a 'Cask Marque' award.
The pub boasts a large outdoor area, with lovely views of St Mary's Church and plenty of space for the children to run around.
JK’s Bistro
Jaime and Kelly would like to welcome you to JK’s Bistro.
A fully licensed restaurant situated in the market town of Honiton, famous for its pottery and lace, just off the high street, you can enjoy a meal in our restaurant that’s full of character, or dine ‘alfresco’ in our summer months amongst the hustle and bustle of Honiton.
With a menu of European influences, and the occasional Mediterranean twist, we also like to keep some of the traditional English dishes that we all know and love.
The many local Pubs and Inns are what everyone imagines life in Devon should be. As well as your traditional village pub serving up good old-fashioned pub grub, there is increasing number of gastro pubs and inns that lean towards fine dining. most are child and dog friendly.
The Holt
"At The Holt we offer a seasonally changing menu. Based on dishes that we love to cook and eat, rather than a theme or a single concept. The south west offers a great choice of ingredients for us to work with. Where possible We source all our fish from the westcountry (s&j fisheries) , all our meat from copplestone farm (MC kelly) , lovely organic mushrooms (Forest funghi) and local produce and vegetables (Forest produce and A david)."
The Pig
Thanks to THE PIG-at Combe’s location being 8 miles from the coast the menu will consist of fresh fish as well as the very best Devonshire cheese and locally reared meat from butchers around the market town of Honiton.
Shopping
Pubs
Eating out
Days out
Lake view Manor
The Restaurant at Lakeview Manor is open to residents and non-residents. Open daily for lunches served from 12-2pm and dinner served from 6.30-9.00pm. Enjoy fresh, local produce in a relaxed atmosphere, lunch-times and evenings.
Pride of place on the well-stocked bar are a selection of locally-brewed Otter Ales - a true taste of Devon, full of individual flavour and aromas.
Walking
Cycling
On two feet, four hooves or a set of wheels? There are ample routes to explore and enjoy the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB).
The Blackdown Hills
Beaches
Whether it be shingle or sandy, cliff-lined or surrounded by dunes, Devon’s beaches are some of the most wonderfully diverse you’ll find in the country.
Sidmouth beach
Lyme regis beach
Exmouth beach
Walking Holidays in Devon
Dog friendly fishing Holidays
Horse riding in the Blackdown hills
Shoping local Grocery & Convenience Stores
12 mins from South Farm by car
5 Culme Way, Dunkeswell, Honiton EX14 4JP
