A lush green backyard garden with stone wall, green grass, shrubs, trees, and a partly cloudy blue sky in the background.

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Find your perfect cosy cottage in our tranquil countryside setting

Welcome

Located in the heart of the Blackdown Hills (Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty) High Days and Hideaways comprises a trio of cosy, sumptuously furnished, self-catering cottages set in the grounds of Pipistrelle House, a former dairy farm.

With glorious views and tranquil surroundings - mainly fields, sheep and cows - our cottages provide the opportunity for a wonderfully relaxing break. Sleeping two, two and four guests, the accommodation is primarily aimed at couples wishing to get away from it all, but with the twin beds in the second bedroom of The Sett a family of four will be very comfortable.

Positioned just outside the village of Smeatharpe on the Devon/Somerset border, the towns of Honiton, Wellington and Taunton are all within easy reach. Nearby are two outstanding pubs and a well-stocked community shop all serving fabulous local produce. An ideal spot for walkers, it’s possible to head out in any direction right from the front door, and if being by the sea is more your idea of a holiday, the Jurassic Coast is a short drive away.

If you are seeking a warm welcome, a comfortable stay and a relaxing time away, look no further.

A stone house with red-tiled roof equipped with black solar panels. There is a small yard with garden furniture, a wooden fence, and a green lawn, under a partly cloudy sky.

Find your perfect cottage

A stone house with a red tile roof fitted with black solar panels. There are windows and a glass door on the ground level, a small garden with plants and outdoor chairs, and a wooden fence in the foreground. The sky is partly cloudy with blue patches.
Backyard patio with a stone house wall, two skylight windows, and solar panels installed on the roof. There is outdoor furniture including a round table with chairs, and wooden trellises with plants growing on them.
A small backyard patio enclosed with wooden fence, featuring a stone house with three windows and a sliding glass door. Shadows of a trellis cast on the ground, with some plants and gardening items nearby.

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