Waie House 1

This reverse-level property stands in open countryside near Zeal Monachorum, a short drive from Crediton and less than twenty miles from Exeter. Sleeping six across three ground-floor bedrooms, it suits families or small groups wanting easy access to both Dartmoor and the coast without giving up rural quiet.

The layout is unusual: bedrooms sit on the ground floor, while the open-plan kitchen, dining area and lounge occupy the first floor to make the most of the countryside views. There is one double bedroom with an en-suite bathroom fitted with a shower over bath and WC, and two twin rooms sharing a family bathroom with shower over bath. A ground-floor utility room houses a washing machine, and the upstairs kitchen has an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, with a table for six. The first-floor lounge has a Smart TV and opens onto a balcony for outdoor meals with far-reaching views.

Downstairs, guests have their own patio with a BBQ and fire pit, plus outdoor furniture, and shared access to extensive lawns. The wider site includes a heated indoor swimming pool available on a shared, pre-bookable basis, with private sole use arranged for an hourly fee, along with a sports hall for badminton and tennis, snooker and pool tables, table tennis, a skittle alley and squash courts. Children have use of an outdoor adventure playground and an indoor soft play area, and there is a pub and restaurant on site.

Practical points to note before booking: no dogs are permitted, and given the rural setting the wi-fi signal can be intermittent. Parking is provided on site, and a travel cot, highchair and stairgate are available on request for families with young children.