When can I check in and check out of Axe View Hideout?

On-site accommodation Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m. Depart by: 11:30 a.m. Read more

How much does it cost to stay at Axe View Hideout?

From £90 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.

Axe View Hideout

From £90 For 1 night, 2 adults Last booked 5 days ago 10 5 reviews

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Peaceful east Devon glamping site with gorgeous Axe Valley views
A 10-minute walk to Colyton’s pub/café; 10 minutes' drive to Seaton
Private hot tub, hammock, barbecue and bathroom for each pod

With a peaceful vibe, gorgeous rural Devon views and cosy camping pods on site, it’s likely you’ll want to hide away at Axe View Hideout for quite some time. This small glamping site looks out over the Axe Valley less than a mile from Colyton, and it’s an environmentally conscious place that does its best to preserve local wildlife and biodiversity. That means it’s off grid, with solar panels powering the site. There are tree-planting and rewilding projects going on too, and you’re likely to spot butterflies fluttering around the wildflower areas as testament to the success of it all. It's all very peaceful here, thanks to a location on a dead-end road with little passing traffic. The hilltop location means gorgeous views by day, and the lack of light pollution leads to some excellent stargazing after dark. It’s not far from town amenities, though: a riverside coffee shop, bakery, tapas bar and cosy country pub are all within a 10-minute walk, as is the tram stop for trips to Seaton. The accommodation is in cosy, characterful camping pods with warm lighting and natural wood. Each has dining space and a mini kitchen with fridge, kettle and utensils, plus wifi and a TV with Freeview. All you need to bring is your bedding and towels. Showers, eco-friendly compost toilets and a washing-up area are a few steps away and may be chilly in winter. There’s a barbecue outside each pod and a communal firepit if you fancy trying your hand at alfresco cookery – and will you be taking in the views of the spectacular scenery from your hammock or woodfired hot tub (some logs supplied)? Such dilemmas…

Site type

Open all year

Please note

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.
Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.
No electric barbecues allowed.
There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.

Languages spoken

English

Pitch types & availability

Camping pod (hot tub)

2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch

Dimensions: 2.5m width x 4.8m length (8.2ft width x 15.7ft length) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.2ft²)

2 people maximum No dogs allowed Wifi at the unit/pitch

Please bring your own towels, bed linen, duvets and pillows.

Dimensions

2.5m width x 4.8m length (8.2ft width x 15.7ft length) Calculated area: 12.0m² (129.2ft²)

1 room

Open space 1 x Double bed

No toilets in the unit: shared facilities available.

No showers in the unit: shared facilities available.

Features

Car 2 included, 2 max.
Fridge 1 included, 1 max.
TV 1 included, 1 max.

Barbecue
Campers' kitchen
Car parking by pitch/unit
Cooking equipment
Dining table and chairs
Dry toilet / eco toilet
DVD player
Firepit
Freeview
Hot tub
Kettle
Outdoor furniture
Power socket(s)
Wifi at the unit/pitch

Other restrictions

No dogs allowed
Bed linen not provided

Extras

Extra Hot Tub Logs (max unlimited)

£10 (£10) per night
Fire pit Logs (max unlimited)

£5 (£5) per item

You will be able to choose extras on the booking page.

Arrival days

From £90 (£90) 1 night, 2 adults

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Nothing is to much trouble for harry.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Clare S. Sept 2023

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked: Fabulous location, great view, beautiful clean well kept pod, being able to lay in a hot tub, with such a fantastic view, with the sound of the wind in the trees made it a memorable experience.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Peaceful location with lovely views. And good local amenities. Clean and well presented.…

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Richard L. Sept 2023

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked: Peaceful location with lovely views. And good local amenities. Clean and well presented. Definitely visit again

Recommend to friends Visit again

Quiet magical site with great facilities and friendly owner

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Kati R. Sept 2023

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked: The site is beautiful kept and feels so secluded, the cabin was cosy and very well thought out with solar lighting, Wi-Fi and a fold out table and chairs as well as the bed. We had taken cooking stoves but found they were there and ready to use at the cabin. Harry was very helpful with advice on where to go for food and the best local coffee for the morning. The hot tub was amazing and filled with water from the stream. It heated very quickly when lit and we enjoyed sunset in it with bats flying over us and sunrise in it as the fog cleared across the fields.

Disliked: Nothing, we had a magical night on site :)

Recommend to friends Visit again

Amazing location and lovely welcome. Clean,cozy pod with all mod cons

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	No rating
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Katie R. Aug 2023

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked: Private secluded location with amazing views. Stargazing while in the hot tub was perfect. Took the tram (5min walk from site) through the nature reserves into Seaton. Had an evening meal at the kingfisher pub which is only 10 minutes from site. Then spent the evening back at the pod. One of the best glamping experiences we've had.

Recommend to friends Visit again

A beautiful holiday gem, clean well designed eco friendly facilities.

Overall	10/10
Location	10
Value for money	10
Accommodation	10
Facilities / Activities	10
Customer service	10
Child friendliness	10
Cleanliness	10
Wifi	10

Helen E. Aug 2023

Camping pod (hot tub)

Liked: I loved this stay. The hideout has beautiful views and a peaceful, tranquil location. From the moment I arrived I felt welcome and safe, everything was beautifully put together, the hot tub, shower and compost toilet, all beautifully designed and well kept. The camping pod is delightful and everything you need is to hand. I loved the flowers and meadows and rolling fields in the distance. I recommend this stay to anyone it is a total gem for a holiday, an overnight stay or a weekend away. It was easy to find and easy to book. The hosts made sure I had everything I needed and responded quickly to any questions etc.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

No dogs allowed

Pop-up campsite

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house

Cycle hire

Evening entertainment

Fishing

Fitness centre

Games room

Hot tub

Indoor swimming pool

Kids' club

On-site restaurant/cafe

Outdoor swimming pool

Play area

TV room

Take away

Tennis

Watersports

Amenities on site

Bath available

Car parking by pitch/unit

Composting toilet

Disabled facilities

Dog park

Drying room

Food shop

Free wifi

Ice pack freezing

Internet access

Launderette

Parent & baby washroom

Pick-up from public transport

Portable toilet

Pub toilets

Public telephone

Shower available

Toilet block

Washing-up area

Wifi

Groups welcome

Family friendly

Motorcycle friendly

Single-sex groups welcome

Student groups welcome

Rules

Barbecue provided

Barbecues allowed

Campfires allowed

Commercial vehicles allowed

Dogs allowed

No dogs allowed

Themes

Forest

Peaceful

Remote location

Spectacular scenery

Walkers' paradise

Utilities

Charging facilities

Chemical disposal

Electric car charging point(s)

Gas cylinders available

Recycling available

Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby

Dog walk nearby

Public transport nearby

Shop nearby

Type

Pop-up campsite

Tiny (1-10 pitches)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby

Cycle hire nearby

Cycling nearby

Fishing nearby

Golf nearby

Horse riding nearby

Location

Axe View Hideout

Kingsdon

Colyton

Devon

England

EX24 6EZ

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London BST (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.7438°N
-3.05508°W

Nearest transport

Coach

12.8 mi Coach Station

17.9 mi Post Office

Rail

3.3 mi Axminster Rail Station

6.8 mi Honiton Rail Station

10.5 mi Feniton Rail Station

Ferry

18.4 mi Exmouth Ferry Landing

18.5 mi Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing

18.6 mi Topsham Ferry Landing

Airport

15.9 mi Exeter International Airport

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Local attractions

Want to see a bit more of your stunning surroundings? You can start by joining the The River Axe and East Devon Way footpath at the bottom of the road for a trail that takes you on a few loops through the countryside, passing old bridges, wartime pill boxes and wild swimming spots along the way. Another way to see some more views is to ride on the open-top tram through the wetlands nature reserve down to Seaton. If you prefer you can drive there in 10 minutes for a day at the beach, a bit of paddleboarding or a walk on the South West Coast Path towards Lyme Regis. Head the other way and you’ll arrive in Beer for a trip to the 2,000-year-old Beer Quarry Caves. For other days out nearby, try the Axe Valley Wildlife Park, Tunnel Tree Tops adventure park or The Donkey Sanctuary (all about 15 minutes’ drive).

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name	Distance	Type	2020	2019	2018	2017
Seaton (Devon)	2.9 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Beer	3.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent
Lyme Regis Front Beach	5.3 mi	Sea	N/A	Good	Good	N/A
Charmouth West	6.6 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Good
Sidmouth Town	9.5 mi	Sea	N/A	Excellent	Excellent	Excellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 9.2 mi

Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty 14.2 mi

Mapperton House & Gardens 15.6 mi

Crealy Great Adventure Park 16 mi

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 17.9 mi

National Trust

Shute Barton 1.9 mi

Loughwood Meeting House 3 mi

Branscombe: the Old Bakery, Manor Mill and Forge 5.1 mi

A la Ronde 16.9 mi

Killerton: Marker's Cottage 16.9 mi

Cycle routes

Find local routes on the National Cycle Network - over 12,000 miles of cycling routes.

Other

Colyton - River Coly - Parehayne Hill 0.7 mi

Seaton - Beer - Pratt's Hill - Holyford - Seaton 2.9 mi

ROUSDON 3.4 mi

Branscombe – Street and the Coastal Path 4.9 mi

Champernhayes - Monkton Wyld - Wootton Fitzpaine 6.2 mi

Local events

Sidmouth Folk Festival (Friday 2 August 2024 – Friday 2 August 2024)
Sidmouth, Devon 9.1 mi
Beautiful Days (Friday 16 August 2024 – Friday 16 August 2024)
Ottery St Mary, Devon 11.1 mi
Dorset County Show (Saturday 7 September 2024 – Saturday 7 September 2024)
Dorchester, Dorset 27.6 mi

Please note: All distances on this page are calculated "as the crow flies" - please check actual distance depending on your mode of travel using the Get directions button above.

Policies

Booking terms and conditions

Admission

Under 18s must be accompanied by their parents or legal guardians.

Arrivals and departures

No refunds/discounts for inclement weather, late arrivals or early departures.

Changes to your holiday

Bookings cannot be amended within 7 day(s) of arrival.

Extras

Motorbike(s) can be brought instead of the car(s) included.

General

Bookings are nominative and non-transferable.
In the event of a complaint, please speak to reception immediately. Complaints which are not brought to the management's attention during your stay cannot be dealt with once you have left the site.
Quiet hours must be respected between 9 p.m. and 12 a.m..
Radio, music and TV players must be kept at a low volume. Car doors and boots must be closed quietly.
The management reserves the right to deny access or terminate the stay of those guests whose behaviour is deemed unsuitable. No refunds will be offered.
The site is not liable for any refund in the event of force majeure.

Hired accommodation

Guests must bring their own duvets, pillows, sheets and towels when staying in rental accommodation. You will not be allowed to stay if you do not bring these items.
Hired accommodation: a £40.00 damage/cleanliness/bracelet deposit is required within 5 days of arrival and will be refunded within 1 day(s) of departure after inspection of your unit, should no damage/losses be found.
No naked flames are allowed inside the hired accommodation units.

Reception

There is no reception on-site: on arrival please contact the number provided on your booking confirmation.

Safety

Barbecues are permitted but must be raised off the ground and attended by an adult at all times.
Firearms are not permitted.
Fires, barbecues and/or firepits will not be permitted in dry, windy and/or hot weather conditions.
Guests are advised to bring a good quality torch with them as parts of the site are unlit.
No electric barbecues allowed.
Please do not touch or feed the animals.

Vehicles

No vehicle movement between 12 a.m. and 6 a.m..

Visitors

Visitors are not permitted on site.

Payment terms

Does Axe View Hideout have a swimming pool? No View all features
Is Axe View Hideout dog friendly? No View all features
What attractions are near Axe View Hideout? Want to see a bit more of your stunning surroundings? You can start by joining the The River Axe and East Devon Way footpath at the bottom of the road for a … Read more
When can I check in and check out of Axe View Hideout?

On-site accommodation

Arrive: 1:30 p.m. – 11:30 p.m.

Depart by: 11:30 a.m.

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How much does it cost to stay at Axe View Hideout? From £90 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.