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Well equipped light, bright kitchen/diner with Rangemaster cooker)

Lounge showing feature staircase and woodburning stove for those cosy nights in

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9.8

Exceptional

2 bedroomsSleeps 3

Popular amenities

Fireplace

Kitchen

Barbecue grill

Free WiFi

Washer

Dryer

Explore the area

Kennford, Nr Exeter, ENG

Exeter Cathedral9 min drive
University of Exeter11 min drive
Powderham Castle13 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)14 min drive

Most relevant reviews

8/10 Good

Such a pretty part of UK and the cottage had everything we needed. Friendly and helpful people in village happy to share...

Kaye H.

Dec 10, 2018

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 3)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

1 Single Bed

Bathroom

Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen

Garden

Dining Area

About this property

Cottage in pretty village, easy access to Exeter, Torquay + coast + countryside

Cherry Tree Cottage is a charming cobb cottage in a village setting, in the heart of the Kenn Valley, and only 5 miles from the city of Exeter. The convenient location, just off the A38/A380 "Crossroads to Devon", gives easy access in any direction - the coast within (15 minutes) inc Torquay, the Exe Estuary Cycling and Walking trails (which runs from Dawlish up to Exeter and Topsham and onto Exmouth), the East for the Jurassic Coast (15 minutes), the stunning Dartmoor National Park (20 minutes), the stunning Teign Valley (15 minutes), The English Riviera, Torquay and Paignton (25 minutes), Plymouth (25 Minutes) and North Devon (1 hour), etc.
The property has 2 bedrooms - 1 double and 1 single (sleeps 3). It has an Inglenook fireplace and Woodburning stove , a Rangemaster cooker to complete the beautiful homely country kitchen/diner, dishwasher and washer/dryer. There is underfloor heating in the stylish travertine wet room. The hand-made oak staircase is a particular feature of the property. There is a peaceful and pretty cottage garden where you can sit out and enjoy a glass of wine!
The village boasts a friendly and well stocked shop and a village bar (both 100 metres from the door), and just a mile away is the Ley Arms, a 12th Century thatched pub.

Property manager

Jacqui Warrender

Premier Host

Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

Outdoor space

Barbecue grill

Kitchen

Washer

Dryer

Free WiFi

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

No pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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, a first aid kit and a deadlock

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Exeter

Located in Exeter, this cottage is in a rural area. The area's natural beauty can be seen at Dartmoor National Park and Devon Cliffs Beach. Topsham Pool and Topsham Museum are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails, horse riding and mountain biking.

Kennford, Nr Exeter, ENG

What's nearby

Haldon Forest Park - 7 min drive
Exeter's Historic Quayside - 8 min drive
Exeter Cathedral - 9 min drive
University of Exeter - 11 min drive
Powderham Castle - 13 min drive

Getting around

Marsh Barton Station - 6 min drive
Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 15 min drive

Restaurants

‪McDonald's - ‬7 min drive
‪The Devon Hotel and Carriages - ‬4 min drive
‪Nando's - ‬7 min drive
‪Double Locks - ‬13 min drive
‪Haldon Grill - ‬3 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Cottage in pretty village, easy access to Exeter, Torquay + coast + countryside pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Cottage in pretty village, easy access to Exeter, Torquay + coast + countryside?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Cottage in pretty village, easy access to Exeter, Torquay + coast + countryside?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Cottage in pretty village, easy access to Exeter, Torquay + coast + countryside located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.9 mi (4.7 km) from Go Ape Haldon and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Haldon Forest Park. Northbrook Approach Golf Course and Pynes Hill Estate are also within 6 miles (10 km).

9.8

Exceptional

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9.8/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Staff & service

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.8/10

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8/10 Good

Kaye H.

10 Dec 2018

Great cottage and location to explore Devon and Cornwall

Such a pretty part of UK and the cottage had everything we needed. Friendly and helpful people in village happy to share their local knowledge. Good food at 7 Star Pub and well stocked grocery store a few steps away. Very comfortable place to relax in. Plenty of hot water and easy to use home. Close and easy access to major roads. Park and Ride used for a visit to Exeter City Christmas markets. Village church in Kenn, just behind Kennford, is worth a visit too. Jacqui was so helpful and responded to our queries immediately and had some sweet gingerbread home made treats ready for us on our arrival. Thanks Jacqui!

Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2018

10/10 Excellent

Karen B.

2 June 2024

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

Amazing house and location

This is a lovely cottage located in a fantastic village with direct link to A38 but you feel a million miles away from a minor route. The house wax clean, well equipped, felt homely with a touch of luxury. Beds were very comfortable, with second bedroom suitable for a child or adult. Lovely garden for sitting out. Host was helpful and easy to contact. The village has a great local shop and lovely pub with very friendly locals and staff and amazing food - you must try. We will stay again!

Stayed 6 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carolin H.

31 May 2024

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

Road Trip Südengland

Wir haben einen 4 Tage Stop in Jaquis Cherry Tree Cottage verbracht. Es war ein herzliches Willkommen mit vorbereiteten Cream Tea und einer kleinen „Schnitzeljagd“ bis wir den Schlüsselkasten anhand der Beschreibungen gefunden haben. Es gab direkt in der Nachbarschaft einen kleinen „Tante Emma Laden“ sowie ein Pub, somit war das“ Überleben“ gesichert. Von der Ausgangslage konnten wir die Umgebung über Tagesausflüge gut erkunden. Wir kommen sehr gerne wieder in das gut ausgestattete und liebevoll eingerichtete Cottage.

Stayed 4 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Hazel G.

14 May 2024

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

Absolutely delightful!

I stayed here with my sister as we were going to Toby's Garden Festival at Powderham Castle. It was an ideal location and even though it was on the main road through the village it was still very quiet. It was handy having the local shop very nearby. The cottage had everything we needed and is very well laid out.Jacqui had left a cream tea for us to have on arrival - delicious! It was lovely to be able to sit out in the garden in the evening too. We met Jacqui when we collected the key and throughout our stay she was easy to contact and she made sure everything was ok for us. Jacqui and Paul had put together a box full of information about places to visit and walks to do - and there are plenty - which was really useful. We used one of the walk books and did a delightful walk around Lustleigh - highly recommend. We hope to return as this was such a gem. We would certainly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Junko G.

4 Apr 2024

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

Perfect base to explore south Devon

Both my friend and I felt very comfortable at Cherry Tree Cottage. It had everything we needed (as described in the listing) and made the perfect base for exploring the area. Jacqui and Paul are clearly very experienced hosts who've thought of every detail. I'm very happy with this find on VRBO and would highly recommend it.

Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024

About the host

Hosted by Jacqui Warrender

Paul and I have been lucky enough to live in Devon for most of our lives. I have lived in Kennford for 13 years - we live together now - just up the road! I most recently worked as a PA and Paul is our sound Accountant! We love being outdoors exploring the countryside, either on foot or on our bikes, and know that we have the very best on our doorstep. The Kenn Valley is stunning and we regularly enjoy a bike ride along the Exe Estuary trail or escaping to Dartmoor National Park for a walk and a picnic (just 20 minutes away). The city of Exeter has a lovely feel and there is of course lots to see and do. We also love to pop down to Topsham (the old Port). We hope you will feel free to enjoy the many walks and cycle rides we have left in the comprehensive welcome/visitor information pack so that you make the very best of your stay (we have done your homework for you!)

Why they chose this property

We do love the village. It has everything we need - with a great local shop, some great pubs and a village bar, but at the same time we are just a 10 miles from the coast and 15 miles from Dartmoor. We will never tire of this area, so we have decided to stay put and buy a holiday home so that you can get a taste of the good life!

What makes this property unique

When we saw the cottage we fell in love with it as it is just so characterful, but immaculate. It has the most beautiful handmade staircase and we love the exposed beams. It is a perfect combination of old meets new - with the stylish shower room, inglenook fireplace and beautiful oak staircase.