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  • A courtyard with gravel area and potted tree surrounded by white and brick buildings at Lower Marsh Barns in Ottery St Mary
    60
    Whimple, Devon
    • Sleeps14
    • Bedrooms7
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    A fabulous, single-storey property residing in Marsh Green near Whimple, Devon. (Ref. 999414)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £2105

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  • A house with a pond surrounded by trees at Lower Moorwood in Moorwood near Bovey Tracey
    New property
    59
    Moorwood near Bovey Tracey, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms4
    • PetsNo

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    Moorwood House, a pleasing single-storey annex near Bovey Tracey, Devon, boasts a hot tub, enclosed patio, and proximity to Dartmoor National Park. (Ref. 1158218)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £681

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  • A house with windows and a door in an outdoor area at Pylemoor Cottage in Washfield near Tiverton
    New property
    57
    Washfield near Tiverton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

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    Pylemoor Cottage, a charming pet-friendly cottage in Washfield, Devon with a woodburning stove, table tennis, rural views and is near Exmoor National Park. (Ref. 1197683)

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    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £448

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  • An outdoor patio area with furniture at Westacombe Farm in Dunsford near Tedburn St Mary
    72
    Dunsford, Devon
    • Sleeps8
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Westacombe Farmhouse is a Grade II listed holiday home in Dunsford near Tedburn St Mary, Devon, with stunning rural views and spacious interiors. (Ref. 1172629)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £502

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  • An open plan kitchen and living area with bar stools at a kitchen island and leather sofas at Treetops in Southerton
    54
    Southerton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    An exceptional chalet-style accommodation resting on the outskirts of Newton Poppleford, Devon. (Ref. 16749)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine

    3 nights from £586

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  • A wooden house with large windows and a fenced wooden deck surrounded by grass at Cove Lodge in Ilfracombe
    39
    Ilfracombe, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

      Outstanding

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    Cove Lodge is a delightful lodge with a decking and exceptional countryside views, near a beach and the bustling seaside town of Ilfracombe in Devon. (Ref. 1161983)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £462

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  • A house with a thatched roof and stairs surrounded by trees and fields at The Cottage in Sampford Courtenay
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    47
    Hatherton near Sampford Courtenay, Devon
    • Sleeps6
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsYes

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    The Cottage is a traditional thatched home in Hatherton near Sampford Courtenay, Devon, with an indoor pool, woodburning stove, and a decked terrace. (Ref. 1199849)

    • Wi-fi
    • Off-road parking
    • Swimming pool
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £828

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  • Narracott Down - 1126499 - photo 1
    61
    South Molton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsYes

      5.0★

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    Narracott Down, a standout holiday cottage, set in the owners' private nature reserve, in the parish of George Nympton, near to South Molton. (Ref. 1126499)

    • Wi-fi
    • Electric car charging
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £426

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  • A bubbling outdoor hot tub next to a cream building with large green windows overlooking a gravel yard and countryside at The Hayloft in Stockland Honiton
    41
    Stockland, Honiton, Devon
    • Sleeps4
    • Bedrooms2
    • PetsNo

      5.0★

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    The Hayloft is a versatile, characterful, quirky, and Grade II-listed home, perfect for families or friends at Lower Lye, in the Blackdown Hills AONB. (Ref. 1120037)

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    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Hot Tub
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    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £559

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  • A balcony with a wooden table and four chairs with blue cushions overlooking a town and a river at Kittiwake in Noss Mayo
    49
    Noss Mayo, Devon
    • Sleeps5
    • Bedrooms3
    • PetsNo

      4.9★

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    This delightful detached cottage is located in Noss Mayo, Devon. (Ref. 1007669)

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    • Off-road parking
    • Ground floor bedroom
    • Dishwasher
    • Washing machine
    • Baby-friendly

    3 nights from £493

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A beautiful county in southwest England, Devon boasts fossil cliffs, glorious beaches, vast moorlands, historic towns, and welcoming eateries aplenty. To discover all this and more check out our weekend breaks in Devon.

Why Short Breaks in Devon?

A short stay in Devon offers a wonderful escape to experience the very best of the countryside and coast. Adventurers will have found their playground, with a wealth of scenic hikes along heritage coastlines, underground smuggler passages to explore, horse riding, and adrenaline fuelled watersports.

If you’re looking for a slower pace of life during your mini break in Devon, the county is renowned for its stunning beaches, which wouldn’t look out of place abroad. As well as grand National Trust properties, distilleries where you can enjoy a tipple with a view, and a variety of pubs, cafes, and restaurants. 23 of which are Michelin Star, ideal for foodies.

Families looking to enjoy a weekend break in Devon will not be disappointed with the excellent choice of family-friendly attractions on offer. Spend a day at the superb Dartmoor Zoo and Paignton Environmental Zoo, make a splash at Splashdown Quaywest, or enjoy the thrills of Woodlands Family Theme Park.

The possibilities are endless with a short break in Devon.

Places to Visit During Weekend Breaks in Devon

Get out amongst nature during your mini break in Devon with a visit to the impressive Dartmoor National Park. Within the park you can tour the National Trust sites of Finch Foundry and Castle Drogo, meet the animals of Pennywell Farm, and visit the Tamar Trails Centre to get involved with activities such as zip lining, biking, and canoeing.

History buffs will not want to miss out on a trip to Dartmouth, where you can visit the historic sites of Bayard’s Fort Cove, Dartmouth Museum, and Dartmouth Castle. For an extra slice of history, cross the River Dart over to Kingswear, home to Kingswear Castle, and National Trust – Coleton Fishacre.

Spend a day along the coast, where you can discover the charming towns and villages of Brixham, Exmouth, Paignton, Torquay, Teignmouth, Westward Ho, Woolacombe, and Ilfracombe, all renowned for their gorgeous beaches and restaurants with a view!

Types of Short Stays in Devon

Secure a prime position during your weekend break in Devon with one of these beach cottages or cottages by the sea. Making sure you are just moments away from golden sands and clear waters.

If you’re looking for your mini break in Devon to have the extra special something, then you’ll find exactly what you’re looking for with our choice of holiday cottages in Devon with a hot tub or cottages in Devon with a pool. We also offer a wonderful choice of lodges in Devon with hot tubs, ideal for getting away from it all.

Planning on surprising that special someone with a short stay in Devon? Treat them to one of our superb luxury cottages and romantic cottages for the ultimate getaway. Or if you're looking to get away in the next few weeks, check out our range of last-minute holiday cottages and these cheap Devon breaks. 

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