October Retreats in Devon

October Retreats in Devon

Think October and you may not think bright sunshine, clear skies and warm seas. However, you'd be surprised to hear that summer weather often continues well into October, and after months of the sun's rays, the seas can be at their warmest. Don't believe us? See for yourself and book a self-catering cottage in Devon. We have 255 of the finest cottages available for you to choose from.Read more

If you love the countryside, then Devon in October is sure to delight. With huge expanses of rolling fields and woodland adopting a beautiful golden glow you can choose from countless walks, wandering passed rust-coloured hedgerows and mounds of multi-coloured leaves. If you have got a two or four-legged friend who would love to join you, we have cottages to suit all group sizes including dog-friendly accommodation. Devon doesn't just offer a rural idyll though. Miles of stunning coastline provide a wonderful playground to walk, talk and sit and admire the views. Head off on a solo retreat or gather up all the family; October half term is just around the corner and kids of all ages won't fail to be enthralled by all that's on offer. 

Pick from 255 retreats in Devon for October

Walkham is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £995

Walkham

3254

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.


Named after the river running below, Walkham has a garden with uninterrupted views across the valley with its fields and woodland, to the rise of Dartmoor beyond. Inside you wil...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £995

Dittisham is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £874

Dittisham

3255

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.


Named after the woodland below, Dittisham with its reverse level accommodation, offers views to the tor peaks of the moor from the sitting-area with its soft comfy sofas and warmin...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £874

Huckworthy is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £663

Huckworthy

3256

1 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Tavistock, Dartmoor.


Taking its name from the nearby bridge over the Walkham river, Huckworthy is a truly idyllic couple's retreat. Granite steps lead you up to the front door and private garden area, ...

  • Sleeps 2 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £663

Walkham Valley Cottages

  • Sleeps 10 + 3 cots in 3 properties
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £2532

Ned's Nook is a 1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Widecombe, Dartmoor.
  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £450

Ned's Nook

3220

1 bedroom, dog friendly self catering cottage in Widecombe, Dartmoor.


This beautiful little cottage is a fantastic Dartmoor bolthole for guests looking for a break from routine. Snuggled in beside the other cottages surrounding Widecombe in the Moor'...

  • Sleeps 2
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £450

Smugglers Cottage is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Branscombe, Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £637

Smugglers Cottage

3218

2 bedroom, dog friendly cottage near the beach in Branscombe, Devon.


Smugglers Cottage is a beautiful property in a beautiful location just a mile inland from the stunning Jurassic Coast at Branscombe in east Devon. The cottage was originally one...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome (1 only)
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £637

We’ve been raising the standards of self catering holidays since 1977.

Lavender Barn is a 2 bedroom self catering cottage near Beaworthy, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £395

Lavender Barn

3019

2 bedroom self catering cottage near Beaworthy, North Devon.


Set in a quiet courtyard in the heart of the conservation village of Germansweek, this beautifully presented end of terrace barn conversion offers the perfect retreat for discernin...

  • Sleeps 3
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £395

Otter's Holt Shepherd's Hut is a Luxury shepherds hut with hot tub and fabulous views in the countryside near Ottery St Mary, Devon
  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £110 per night

Otter's Holt Shepherd's Hut

3013

Luxury shepherds hut with hot tub and fabulous views in the countryside near Ottery St Mary, Devon


The stunning World Heritage Jurassic Coast stretches right into east Devon and, just a few miles inland from magical Budleigh Salterton on the coast, Woodbury Common with its Iron ...

  • Sleeps 4
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

From £110 per night

St Giles Cottage is a 3 bedroom self catering cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £548

St Giles Cottage

3003

3 bedroom self catering cottage near Sidmouth, South Devon.


Sidbury is a delightful unspoilt village just three miles inland from Sidmouth on the wonderful east Devon Jurassic Coast. This tranquil spot is a perfect holiday base for explorin...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • No pets
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £548

The Cow Shed is a 2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Okehampton, North Devon.
  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £550

The Cow Shed

2977

2 bedroom, dog friendly holiday cottage near Okehampton, North Devon.


This gorgeous detached property will surpass expectations in all respects. Created from an original farm building on an historic farmstead, The Cow Shed excels itself in the attent...

  • Sleeps 4 + cot
  • Dogs welcome
  • Changeover Fri

7 nights from £550

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