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The Old Stables self catering holiday cottages are conveniently situated at the gateway to Devon and the Westcountry and make an ideal base for touring the whole of this lovely area. |
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Exmouth, with its long sandy beach is only
10 minutes away. Torquay and the English riviera are also within easy driving
distance. The little seaside towns and harbours retain their charm &
quaintness - Budleigh Salterton, Sidmouth, Beer and Lyme Regis all make great
days out. |
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Exeter, with its magnificent cathedral and
historic Guildhall are within 5 miles. |
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Dartmoor is a vast area of green, broken
by rocky tors, where relics of the bronze age as well as settlement sites and
stone circles can still be seen. |
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Haldon Forest offers marvellous walks and
mountain biking. |
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Powderham Castle and a number of National
Trust properties including Killerton House are well worth a visit, along with
the 'Jurassic Cliffs', a local World heritage site. |
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There are a number of family activities in
the area including Crealy Adventure Park (only 5 minutes away), Bicton Park and
Gardens, Paignton Zoo and the World of Country Life. There are also river
cruises and fishing trips from Exmouth and Topsham. |
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Visit Crealy
Great Adventure Parks; the South West's favourite
family attractions for the friendliest animals, the wildest rides, 100 acres of
indoor and outdoor fun, the region's best events and extra entertainment, plus 12
new attractions for 2006!. |