- Sleeps 6
- Hot Tub
Luxuriously presented cottage with amazing countryside views. One super king-size double (twin by arrangement) with en suite shower, one king-size double and one twin. Bath with overhead shower.
From £549 for 3 nights
Devon » Dalwood, Axminster
Larkshayes Cottages
- Sleeps up to 6
- Hot Tub
About Larkshayes Cottages
Larkshayes Cottages is a countryside escape with a bit of class (plus and a fab hot tub!) Set on the edge of the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, these converted stables offer guests peaceful Devon views, slick interiors and the kind of rural calm where you can really unwind and catch your breath. Each cottage has its own unique style with private verandas, sunken hot tubs and fully kitted-out kitchens. You'll be greeted by a lovely welcome pack containing tea, coffee, biscuits and a bottle of wine to kick things off in style.
This is an excellent location as you’re also just two miles from sister park Andrewshayes, where you can use the covered heated pool (Easter to October), grab a drink at the bar and let the kids run riot in the soft play and playground. Handy if you’ve got little ones or fancy a nice drink somewhere new.
For couples, we’d go with Otter Cottage. It’s made for two, has an electric woodburning stove and the veranda is spot-on for a glass of wine in the hot tub. Or go bigger with Corry Brook Cottage which sleeps six, has great views and loads of space inside and out.
Enjoy plenty to do nearby as you're just 20 minutes from the Jurassic Coast. Or head to Lyme Regis or Charmouth for fossil hunts or just to smash some fish and chips by the sea. Axminster is nearby for shops and local food, and Exeter is under an hour if you fancy a cathedral or a bit more bustle.
Larkshayes Cottages is a fab, peaceful spot that's private without being cut off and has all the comforts you'd expect. Many guests return here year after year. Check your dates below.
Need to Know
Lodge Facilities
- One king-size double with en suite shower
- Open plan kitchen/dining/living area
- Electric woodburning stove
- Verandah with garden furniture
- Sunken outdoor hot tub
- Adjacent parking
- Part of Daisy Door Cottage Style Collection
- Views over Blackdown Hills
- Traditional character and contemporary comfort
- Sleek, well-equipped kitchens
- Cosy living areas
- Facilities at sister park Andrewshayes, 2 miles away
- Covered heated pool (Easter - October 30th only)
- Bar and takeaway (opening times may vary)
- Jurassic Coast within 20 minutes' drive
- Nearby attractions: Charmouth, Lyme Regis, Axminster, Exeter
Accommodation features
- A wonderful selection one, two and three bedroom cottages, each offering bubbling hot tubs and amazing countryside views
- Outdoor hot tub
- Smart TV with Netflix (account needed)
- Wi-Fi
- Kitchen including microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and washing machine
- Bath and/or shower
- Bed linen, duvets and towels
- Use of bathrobes and slippers
- Beds made up for your arrival
- Patio with garden furniture
- Double glazed and underfloor heated
- Electricity included
- Parking nearby
- Travel cots and highchairs £7 each
- Group bookings may be subject to restrictions
- No pets
- All non-smoking accommodation
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Accommodation With Hot Tubs At This Lodge
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- Sleeps 2
- Hot Tub
Quaint and cosy cottage, perfect for a romantic escape. One king-size double with en suite shower. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area with electric woodburning stove.
- Sleeps 4
- Hot Tub
Beautifully furnished cottage, ideal for couples or a small family looking for a relaxing retreat. One king-size double and one super king double (twin by arrangement) both with en suite showers. Open plan kitchen/dining/living area.
Larkshayes Cottages Prices 2026
- Lowest Price (3 Nts)
- £525
- Highest Price
- £645
- Most Expensive Time
- October
- Cheapest Time
- October
- Biggest Discount
- Up to £160 off 3 nts in Oct 2026
- Avg Price Per Night
- £191
- Avg Price Per Week
- £1,337
- Lowest Price Accommodation
- Otter Cottage
- Most Expensive Accommodation
- Yarty Cottage
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Larkshayes Cottages Reviews
4.9Visitor Rating out of 5
28 reviews from guests who stayed at Larkshayes Cottages
Lizzie
Sep 2024
"Really enjoyed the stay, would definitely come back!"
Alexandra
Jul 2024
"We loved the lodge! Spacious, super comfy beds, sparkling clean and all the essentials. The hot tub was definitely a highlight for us! Great stay!"
Grace
Jun 2024
"Really enjoyed our stay here, the hot tub was a lovely bonus, perfect for unwinding. Definitely recommend!"
Oliver
Aug 2020
"Really enjoyed our stay, the place was lovely and very comfortable."
Rachel
Jul 2020
"Our Larkshayes Cottages review: Absolutely loved our stay! The views were breathtaking, beds super comfy and the hot tub was a real treat. Wish wed stayed longer!"
Emma
Jul 2020
"Really enjoyed the stay, would recommend."
Alex
Feb 2020
"We had a fantastic time! The cottage was perfect and the owners were lovely. Definitely coming back!"
James
Feb 2020
"Looking forward to coming back, had such a lovely time!"
Sam
Jan 2020
"From the moment we arrived, Caroline welcomed us warmly and gave a quick tour. The cottage was super cosy with underfloor heating and we loved having slippers and robes - so handy for the hot tub! It was already heated and waiting for us, which was just what we needed after a long trip. Larkshayes really feels like a little slice of heaven."
Emily
Sep 2019
"A lovely stay, really relaxing and comfortable overall."
Jamie
Aug 2019
"Great stay, would definitely recommend it!"
Chris
Sep 2018
"Our week at Yarty Cottages was really lovely. Caroline greeted us warmly and showed us around, making us feel right at home. The cottage had everything we needed for a comfy stay. The gardens were beautifully kept and Peter kept the hot tub in perfect condition. With fantastic weather too, it was a top-notch trip. Highly recommend visiting!"
Claire
Aug 2018
"Great holiday, would recommend"
Martin
Jul 2018
"We had a lovely time at Larkshays with Peter and Caroline. The location is fantastic, perfect for relaxing and wed definitely recommend it to anyone looking for a peaceful getaway."
Harriet
Jun 2018
"Really enjoyed our stay, staff were lovely and welcoming too."
Sarah
Jul 2022
"We first stayed at Yarty cottage 4 years ago and have just returned from our second stay. We were happy to find it just as we remembered. We had a lovely stay once again, peaceful and relaxing with outstanding views, but sadly the week flew by rather too quickly. I’m sure we will be planning another stay in the future."
MARIE
Jul 2022
"Fantastic holiday everything you could need all there for you .I would recommend this holiday let to anyone ."
Valerie
Jul 2022
"The cottage has a lovely outside view of the rolling black hills.. it is so peaceful and relaxing.. The patio has a lovely wrought iron table and chairs with cushions and an umbrella.. The hot tub is fabulous and very clean and comfortable"
Sarah
Jul 2022
"Lovely clean and well maintained cottage set in beautiful and tranquil surroundings. Plenty of nearby places to visit and explore."
Kirsty
Jun 2022
"This was a return visit and once again a perfect stay in a beautiful cottage. A hidden gem"
Paul
Jun 2022
"Highly recommended. Lovely accommodation. Clean and very well resourced. Beautiful surroundings. Owners friendly and helpful, Giving advice and suggestions.
Hot tub maintained daily and an absolute godsend after a long day out sightseeing.
I’d definitely book again …"
Janette
Jun 2022
"Beautiful cottage, clean, good facilities, couches were a bit tired, brilliant overall but do take into consideration you do need a car"
Julie
May 2022
"Lovely stay , beautiful scenery, lovely cottage , bed rather hard and sofa very uncomfortable"
Brittany
May 2022
"Loved our stay in Corry Brook Cottage. Beautiful, clean and throughly stocked cottage. Loved having a full kitchen, wifi and a hot tub. Location was very quiet and calm. Just an easy 20-30 minute drive to beautiful locations like Lyme Regis. The owners were extremely helpful and kind!"
Dawn
May 2022
"What a wonderful place to stay. Everything was clean and comfortable. Large hot tub was amazing. Quiet location, beautiful scenery. Lots of places to visit nearby. Owner informative and friendly. If your looking for abit of luxury away from it all I would definitely give this place a try!"
Oliver
May 2022
"Just arrived back after a fantastic stay in Otter Cottage. Peter and Caroline, the owners, were very welcoming and introduced us to the place and told us everything we needed to know. In the lodge there was an information book which told us everything we needed to know about the local area. The accommodation was perfect, it was clean, comfy and cosy. The Hot tub was a treat and the views were lovely, it was really quiet and peaceful. Overall a fantastic stay and we couldn't have asked for anything more. Would highly recommend staying here and would return."
Karen
May 2022
"Weekend away with Mum & two sisters can’t recommend this accommodation enough 2nd stay & did not disappoint.
You won’t be disappointed."
Hannah
Apr 2022
"Situated in a great location as there is so much to do locally and further a field. Amazing views at the site make it for the most perfect spot."
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Top Days Out Near Larkshayes Cottages
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Larkshayes Cottages, with real driving times.
Theme park
35 min drive · 17.7 miles
Diggerland Devon
Sat nav: EX15 2PE
Ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery at this family-friendly Devon park.
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Diggerland is a theme park where children and adults can ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery. The Devon park is in Cullompton, and the whole line-up runs to around 20 rides and drives.
Tip: Check the ride height chart on the Diggerland website before you go, so you know which rides each child can enjoy.
Historic house & gardens
26 min drive · 12.3 miles
Forde Abbey
Sat nav: TA20 4LU
A former Cistercian monastery with a historic house and thirty acres of award-winning gardens on the Somerset border.
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Forde Abbey is a former Cistercian monastery, now a family home, with nearly 900 years of history. Inside, you can see surviving monastic parts such as the cloisters, the monks' dormitory and the old chapter house, alongside State Rooms with ornate plaster ceilings and four-poster beds. The house is also known for its Mortlake tapestries, woven from the famous Raphael cartoons.
Tip: Dogs are welcome in the gardens on a short lead, and the nursery and gift shop can be visited without an admission ticket.
Local museum
18 min drive · 10.5 miles
Lyme Regis Museum
Sat nav: DT7 3QA
Stand on the site of Mary Anning's home and shop, looking out over Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast.
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Lyme Regis Museum overlooks Lyme Bay and the Jurassic Coast, and it is built on the site of the former home and fossil shop of Mary Anning. Three galleries tell the story of the town across 200 million years, using objects, audio and touchscreens, with plenty of interactive and touch exhibits.
Tip: If you're visiting with children, ask for the Museum Trail at Reception, which comes with the admission ticket.
Zoo and gardens
1 hr drive · 44.4 miles
Paignton Zoo
Sat nav: TQ4 7EU
An 80-acre Devon zoo with tigers, gorillas and giraffes, plus play areas, gardens and indoor habitats.
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Paignton Zoo covers 80 acres of animal enclosures and gardens, and most families spend a full day here. You can follow the four zones (Wetlands, Islands, Grasslands and Rainforests), catch the daily talks and feeding sessions, and wander through nature trails in Clennon Gorge wildlife reserve.
Tip: Book tickets online ahead of your visit to save money.
Medieval cathedral
36 min drive · 22.9 miles
Exeter Cathedral
Sat nav: EX1 1EZ
A near-thousand-year-old Gothic cathedral with the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world.
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Exeter Cathedral has stood at the heart of Devon for nearly a thousand years. Its Norman towers and Decorated Gothic interior are topped by the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world. Inside you can see the 15th-century Astronomical Clock and an early set of misericords, and guided floor tours and audio guides help bring the building to life.
Tip: Head for the Treasures Exhibition tour or a guided floor tour, both included in standard admission, though floor tours are subject to availability.
Working watermill
34 min drive · 22.5 miles
Otterton Mill
Sat nav: EX9 7HG
A historic working watermill by the River Otter with an award-winning café, bakery, farm shop and gallery.
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Otterton Mill is a working watermill beside the River Otter, near Budleigh Salterton. A mill has stood here since the Domesday Book, and the old workings are free to look round, with a self-guided tour and the water wheel kept turning. Flour is still milled using traditional methods.
Tip: Well-behaved dogs on leads can sit outside or downstairs in the café, but only assistance dogs are allowed in the farm shop, gallery and upstairs café.
Historic castle
41 min drive · 27.8 miles
Powderham Castle
Sat nav: EX6 8JQ
A Courtenay family home on the Exe estuary, with Victorian additions, grand interiors and historic parkland.
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Powderham Castle is a fortified manor house six miles south of Exeter, on flat ground beside the Exe estuary. The medieval core dates from after 1390, and the house was extended and altered in the 18th and 19th centuries. It has been home to the Courtenay family, Earls of Devon, for centuries.
Tip: The main public entrance gates are in the village of Kenton, so head there rather than to the castle's other side.
Chalk hill figure
1 hr drive · 38.6 miles
Cerne Abbas Giant
Sat nav: DT2 7LA
Britain's largest chalk hill figure, a 180ft ancient giant carved into a Dorset hillside above Cerne Abbas.
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The Cerne Abbas Giant is an ancient figure cut into the chalk hillside above the village of Cerne Abbas. At 180ft tall, it is Britain's largest chalk hill figure and perhaps the best known.
Tip: The viewing area in the car park gives the best view; the A352 lay-by is free but offers only a limited view. Keep dogs on leads, and expect mud on the steep slope after rain.
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Drive times are typical times by car with no traffic. Check opening times and book tickets on each attraction's own website before you go.
