Whiddon Down Travel Guide
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Courtyard by Marriott Exeter Sandy Park
Cracking stay all brilliant, not the best value for money in the restaurant for the evening meal
Reviewed on 16 Jan 2026

Exeter Rougemont hotel by Sunday
Clean spacious room and nice tea and coffee tray. Only issue was shower temperature struggled to find a warm/hot setting. Great staff at reception. Good location
Reviewed on 14 Jan 2026

White Hart, Exeter by Marston's Inns
Friendly and welcoming reception from Max. Clean, warm room and good shower. I didn't eat there so can't review food.
Reviewed on 13 Jan 2026

The Mole Resort - Lodges
Very friendly staff, hot tub wasn’t up to temp on our arrival but staff were very apologetic and we were not charged for it that evening. The Lodge was very clean, good quality bedding and toiletries.
Reviewed on 11 Jan 2026

Smart barn conversion. Perfect touring location, for beaches, moors & Cornwall
Great location and a charming cottage- helpful hosts
Reviewed on 4 Dec 2025

Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool
Me and my partner had a good stay at the Pond Cottage.The kitchen is extremely well equipped and stocked.Rooms are very tidy and homely feeling. Bathroom is clean and pleasant to use.We didn't explore the surroundings but the small animals around the farm were very pleasant to watch from the house. ...
Reviewed on 20 June 2025
Popular places to visit

Lydford Gorge
Explore the great outdoors at Lydford Gorge, a lovely green space in Lydford. While in this relaxing area, you can savour the lively bars.

Okehampton Castle
Okehampton Castle is just one of the places to see in Okehampton Hamlets, so why not enjoy the other things to explore during your travels? Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
Ashbury Golf Club
Enjoy a round of golf in Okehampton Hamlets at Ashbury Golf Club. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this relaxing area.
Museum of Dartmoor Life
You can spend an afternoon browsing the exhibits at Museum of Dartmoor Life in Okehampton. Visit the lively bars or top-notch restaurants in this quaint area.
The Granite Way
You can take time to visit The Granite Way during your travels to Sourton. While in this quaint area, you can savour the lively bars.
Baxter Hall
After visiting Baxter Hall, make a plan to see the other sights and activities in Petrockstowe.
Activities

2-Day Tour of King Arthur's Cornwall in Tintagel, Boscastle and Dartmoor from Glastonbury
- Dartmoor National Park
- Powderham Castle
- Exeter Cathedral
- Exeter's Historic Quayside
- Buckfast Abbey
- Royal Albert Museum and Art Gallery
- Lydford Gorge
- Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park
- Ashbury Golf Club
- Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary
- Pynes Hill Estate
- Okehampton Castle
- Museum of Dartmoor Life
- Guildhall Shopping Centre







