Louise's Guidebook

Stunning walks along the River Otter which takes you all the way from Ottery St. Mary to Budleigh Salterton beach. Depending on the length of walk you can start at Otter St. Mary, Tipton St John, Newton poppleford or Otterton. We have Beavers, Otters and King fishers living on the river which hopefully you will be lucky enough to see.

Check out the website to choose your preferred spot. There are hill forts a plenty and stunning views and walks to choose from.

Escot Park is for all nature lovers, it has a attractive gardens with a champion trees and elegant shrubs, in woodland paths and picnic spots with forest playgrounds. Against the backdrop of this beautiful corner of East Devon, visitors can solve the world-class maze, get involved in the letter box around the estate (a kind of nature-based trail treasure Hunt), watch the wildlife including otters Birds of Prey wild boar red squirrels. There’s even a play barn for younger family members. Only 10 mins away from the holiday home. They also hold events such as the Beautiful days festival from the 19th -21st August.

Branscombe was one of the most relaxing and picturesque of his Devon many villages. Believed to be the longest village in the country, it’s sweeps down along spectacular Valley, past colourful cottages and down to the sea. Occasionally dolphins have been seen on Branscombe Beach and it’s a lovely starting point for a walk along the Jurassic Coast line.