Embark on a serene escape to Whipcott Water, where a collection of picturesque cottage-style lodges awaits you amidst the lush landscapes of the Devon/Somerset border. Each lodge, nestled in beautifully landscaped gardens, offers a tranquil retreat complete with a personal outdoor hot tub, ensuring relaxation is at the heart of your stay.
Whether you're seeking a romantic getaway or a family vacation, these lodges cater to all, with accommodations sleeping up to a number of people and featuring all the comforts of home, including well-equipped kitchens and cosy furnishings. The inclusion of a hot tub adds that extra touch of luxury, perfect for unwinding after a day of exploration.
Discover the charm of the local area with easy access to scenic walks along the Grand Western Canal Country Park. For a more diverse experience, visit our holiday lodges page to find your ideal lodge across the UK. With so much to offer, these lodges are an idyllic base for those looking to enjoy the countryside's peace and the adventure it holds.
Experience the best of both worlds – the allure of the great outdoors and the comfort of a home away from home. Your next cherished memory is just a stay away.
Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Stylishly furnished with a modern spacious interior. Ground floor: One twin. Shower room or bath with overhead shower. First floor: One king-size double with galleried study area. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Contemporary cottage style single storey lodge. One twin with en suite shower/wet room and one king-size double with en suite shower. Outdoor hot tub. Suitable for parties including visitors with disabilities – NAS Mobility Level 3 – please check when booking.
Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Ground floor: One twin. Bath with overhead shower. First floor: One king-size double and galleried bed deck with single bed overlooking the sitting room. Single bed suitable for a child available on request. Dishwasher. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Ground floor: One twin. Bath with overhead shower. First floor: One king-size double with fold-down single suitable for a child under 9. Galleried bed deck with single bed overlooking the sitting room. Dishwasher. Outdoor hot tub.
Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Stylishly furnished with a modern spacious interior. Ground floor: One twin. Shower room. First floor: One king-size double with galleried study area. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Contemporary cottage style two storey lodge. Stylishly furnished with a modern spacious interior. Ground floor: One twin with en suite shower. First floor: One king-size double with en suite bath with overhead shower. Dishwasher. Outdoor hot tub. No pets.
Guests have expressed a fondness for the peaceful canal walks accessible from the lodges, highlighting them as a highlight of their stay. The cleanliness of the lodges and the well-equipped kitchens also receive positive reviews, contributing to a comfortable and convenient holiday experience.
To get to Whipcott Water, if travelling by car, take the M5 motorway and exit at the junction closest to Holcombe Rogus. For rail travellers, the nearest train station provides links to the area, from where you can take a taxi or bus to your destination.
During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.
| Service | Distance (miles) | Postcode |
|---|---|---|
| Pharmacy | 2.5 miles | EX16 7DA |
| Train station | 6 miles | TA21 8LL |
| Pub | 0.5 miles | TA21 0NA |
| Dog walk | 0.1 miles | TA21 0NA |
| Supermarket | 5 miles | EX16 6RZ |
| Indian takeaway (Bombay Spice) | 5 miles | EX16 6RZ |
| Chinese takeaway (Dragon House) | 5 miles | EX16 6RZ |
| Italian takeaway (Pizzeria Milano) | 5 miles | EX16 6RZ |
This destination is family-friendly, offering activities that children will enjoy, such as cycling, walking along the canal, and exploring the local countryside. The lodges provide a comfortable and safe environment for a family holiday.
For couples seeking a romantic retreat, the lodges provide a quiet and intimate setting. Nearby, romantic days out include visiting historical landmarks, enjoying scenic nature reserves, or dining at cosy local restaurants.
The closest dining options include the delightful Skylark pub, known for its excellent food suitable for both adults and children. For those venturing a little further, a selection of restaurants and cafes can be found within a short drive, offering a variety of cuisines to satisfy any palate.
A short walk away you'll find a country lane leading to the Grand Western Canal Country Park, offering scenic walks, cycle rides, and fishing opportunities.
Guests can stay connected during their stay, as Wi-Fi is available in the lodges, allowing for easy access to the internet for both leisure and work purposes.
In-lodge therapies such as reflexology, massage, and aromatherapy can be arranged, providing a perfect way to de-stress and enhance your relaxation during your stay.
The lodges feature fully equipped kitchens, including a microwave and, in select accommodations, a washer/dryer or washing machine, catering to all your culinary needs.
Travel cots and highchairs are available for a small fee, making it convenient for those holidaying with infants to have the necessary amenities for a comfortable stay.
The best-known attractions within an easy drive of Whipcott Water, with real driving times.
Sat nav: EX15 2PE
Ride, drive and operate real diggers, dumpers and other full-size construction machinery at this family-friendly Devon park.
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.
Sat nav: TA23 0QB
A small zoo and aquarium inside a Grade II listed 1930s BBC radio transmitting station.
Tropiquaria is a small zoo and animal sanctuary based in and around a repurposed 1933 BBC Radio Transmitting Station at Washford Cross in Somerset. The listed building houses the Reptile House, Aquarium and Nocturnal House, with several acres of outdoor enclosures around it. Outside you can spot animals such as gibbons, ring-tailed lemurs, meerkats, tapir, wallabies and serval.
Tip: Don't leave dogs in your vehicle, as the car park has limited shade; only registered Assistance Dogs are allowed in the zoo.
Sat nav: TA21 0JR
A Grade I listed medieval manor from around 1480, with a series of garden rooms off a long yew walk.
Cothay Manor is a Grade I listed medieval house near Wellington in Somerset, built around 1480. Its period rooms include a great hall with a hammer-beam roof, and the house has a chapel, a gatehouse and mullioned windows. Writing in Country Life in 1927, Christopher Hussey called it "the most perfect small 15th-century country house that survives in the Kingdom".
Sat nav: TQ4 7EU
An 80-acre Devon zoo with tigers, gorillas and giraffes, plus play areas, gardens and indoor habitats.
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.
Sat nav: EX15 3EZ
A Devon woollen mill that has been in continuous production since 1797, with working steam engines and a giant waterwheel.
Coldharbour Mill in Uffculme is one of the oldest woollen mills in the UK, and has been in continuous production since 1797. Once owned by the Fox Brothers textile firm, it is now a working wool museum set across 12 acres of Victorian mill buildings, boilers, steam engines and grounds. Historic England has called it "probably one of the best-preserved textile mill complexes in the country".
Tip: Check the mill's website for current opening days and any event days or workshops before you go.
Sat nav: EX1 1EZ
A near-thousand-year-old Gothic cathedral with the longest uninterrupted medieval stone vaulted ceiling in the world.
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.
Sat nav: TA1 4AA
Somerset's history, from Roman coin hoards to military stories, inside the great hall of Taunton Castle.
The Museum of Somerset is in the 12th-century great hall of Taunton Castle, in Taunton. It is run by the South West Heritage Trust, an independent charity, and tells the story of the county through its collections.
Sat nav: EX31 4SG
A conservation-minded zoo near Bratton Fleming, with red pandas, meerkats, bush dogs and plenty of rare smaller animals.
Exmoor Zoo is a conservation centre near Bratton Fleming in Exmoor, North Devon. It grew from Exmoor Bird Gardens, which opened on a former farm site in 1982, and today it specialises in smaller animals, with a good number of rare species on show.
Tip: Tickets can be bought securely online through the zoo's website, where you can also check price options and offers.
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.
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8 reviews from guests who stayed at Whipcott Water
Lovely surroundings beautiful scenery the accommodation had plenty of room and staff very helpful would definitely visit again ?
Never needed to see staff. Hot tub lovely as start although chlorine tables was never added to dispenser after we arrived, and therefore not sure it stayed above appropriate level. Location great , quiet and secluded. Lodge spacious although a bit dated, no 2 pins in bathroom and bit weedy outside on patio, but wound not put off booking again
The road outside the propertys is disgusting wagons speeding past in excess of 35 mph needs looking into the lodges are in a good location apart from the road close to all amenities over was ok warden very helpful c.golding party.
It was a wonderful place very neat and clean and all facilities available, they have thought through everything
The only thing that was missing was the wifi was not working and there was no mobile signal in there
But apart from that a great holiday place with a beautiful canal near by
Peaceful relaxing beautiful
magic place very friendly people house is tidy it has everything you need to enjoy your holiday however it is for people who like peace and quiet
Text the number given to inform shower head broken, no response.
Grass not cut, looked untidy & more difficult to clear up dog mess.
A really nice lodge , got everything you need and the beds are so comfy !
Hot tub was perfect . The location is perfect and defo go to the globe pub the food is amazing and the portions are big ?
