Exmouth Holiday Cottages

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Mark - Verified booking

  An excellent choice for an escape to the south Devon coast.

  St Julien does exactly what it says on the listing and the views of the sea from the open plan living space really is quite wow. As a low-level train enthusiast, hearing them rumble away quietly in the distance making their way towards Exeter or further west was a treat! The apartment was clean and welcoming, as was Maggie the owner downstairs who was on hand with a text if necessary but who allowed us to enjoy our time in her space. Situated within a 5 minute walk from a Premier, a short drive from a Sainsburys or a 12-15 minute walk from black swan haven of Dawlish town centre and its train station, St Julien was also located right alongside a bus stop, where the No.2 Stagecoach could take you towards Newton Abbot or up to Exeter for just £2 each one-way. So my wife and I ended us using the buses and trains all week to explore the south coast and left the car in the neat and comfy parking bay outside the entrance. Everything in the apartment worked easily - a good shower, an easy to use Smart TV and a basic but fully operable kitchenette that did the job. Excellent and most certainly recommended for couples or solo travellers looking for a comfy, welcoming, well connected base from which to explore Devon and beyond. A big Welsh 'Diolch' to Maggie for her hospitality and warm welcome.

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• Josie - Verified booking

  The cottage was lovely.

  Lots of character and very clean. It was very well equipped, including items for a baby or toddler (highchair/ travel cot available/ roll out stairgates already set up upstairs and downstairs). The owners have also clearly thought about how they are managing safety with Covid-19. There is a garden (be aware this is not directly attached to the property), and a very small outside patio space between the living room and kitchen which is quite nice to sit at. The house is situated in a small, quiet village ten minutes drive from Dawlish/Dawlish Warren etc, and a good base for days out. Although no front drive parking, we never had any issue getting a space on the road next to the house, and there is a free village car park right next to the place anyway. Wi-Fi could be a bit patchy at one end of the house, but not really a problem for us. Those with mobility issues may wish to consider that there are a couple of steepish steps between the living area and kitchen. We stayed here with our toddler, and it worked really well for us. We would happily return.

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• Claire - Verified booking

  This apartment is incredible and I thoroughly enjoyed my stay.

  Despite it being on a busy road and with the train track in front it really was not noisy. Great location as you are just outside of the main town but it’s a few minutes walk and you are in the heart of it. I don’t drive so it was an ideal location you can hop straight on the train. The bus stops are literally just outside also. The contact I had with Maggie was great, just the right amount to let me know if I had a problem I could reach out and she’d help but not at all intrusive. Finally I have to mention the most important thing…..the view! I happily sat for hours staring out to sea it was incredibly relaxing. When I first went into the apartment I wasn’t sure about the scope being there but it turns out it’s great fun and also quite relaxing, who knew! I would happily stay here again it was amazing the only thing to bear in mind is most places in Dawlish seemed to close at 4pm but you get the hang of the slower pace of life quite quickly.

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• Ruth - Verified booking

  Primrose Cottage provided the perfect holiday retreat whilst retaining that warm homely feeling.

  It was equipped to a high standard by owners who obviously take pride in the quality of fixtures and fittings for their guests. It is located in a quiet village within easy range of Exeter City or the Devon and Dorset coastal areas. The private secluded garden was a particularly welcome feature. Although the village shop has closed, the Farm Shop of Powderham Castle is a five minute walk from the cottage (slight gradient but none too taxing) and provided a wide range of quality provisions. There are walking and cycling paths criss-crossing the area for those who have a mind to explore. A range of eating places are within easy reach (two Restaurants in the village) and the Fish and Chip Van which visits the car park for a couple of hours on Wednesday evening is a must! Our ten day stay was peaceful and relaxing and the cottage played a large part in making that happen.

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• David - Verified booking

  The apartment is very modern, well fitted out, clean and comfortable.

  Due to Covid perhaps, we didnt find any pamphletts, booklets or instructions. Such things as how to turn the towel rails on so that they warmed,dried towels etc. The basic cooking facilities, Microwave, kettle, fridge and toaster were but barely adequate but having said that the apartment was warm and comfortable, and all fitments cutlery, crockery, furniture and bedding etc were of good quality. In view of the basic cooking it would have been nice to have had some recommendations re local restaurants that were in walking distance, or takeways who could deliver etc etc. This would certainly offset the limited cooking facilities.

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