Exeter View Stables

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  • Relaxed, off-grid site with views over Devon’s hills towards Exeter
  • City centre a 10-min drive, Topsham 25 and Exmouth beach 35 mins away
  • Communal firepit; free-range eggs and firewood for sale on site
A lovely lookout across to Devon’s capital city is indeed a rather big draw at Exeter View Stables, a relaxed and friendly site in the leafy surrounds of this cracking county. If you’re one for eco-friendly expeditions, here’s a bit of news for you too: this park is completely off-grid – with all power coming from the sun – and it has a water borehole and compost toilet as well (and a rather smart one at that – even harsh compost loo critics among previous guests have given this one the nod of approval…) When dusk falls, warmth comes from the communal firepit overlooking the surrounding hills and across to the estuary; you can even see the cathedral lights glimmer after dark. Build up your own blaze for eats or get the barbecue going – firewood (as well as eggs from Exeter View Stables' free-roaming chickens) can be bought at the park and supermarkets are about a 10-minute drive away. Not coming by car? Exeter St David’s train station is the same distance away by taxi. There's a warm welcome for those toting their backpack along on foot or by bike – in fact the folk on site are so keen to encourage such behaviour they even offer a discount for eco travellers (be sure to book an eco pitch to take advantage of that). This is an off-grid site but facilities are available for phone charging (phew). If you do have your own wheels, attractions in the local area to seek out include the northern part of craggy Dartmoor National Park, 20 minutes away, for hikes through woodland and ancient valleys. Adventures done for the day, head back to base to unwind safe in the knowledge you’ll have a bit of peace and quiet – the owners of this site keep numbers low to ensure it never gets overrun.

Site type

Motorhome sites 3
Lodges, cabins, pods or huts 1
Tent sites 6
Open now
Opens 15 March
Please note
  • No hen/stag parties permitted via Pitchup.com.
  • Dogs are not allowed if you are staying in the accommodation units.
  • Twin axle vehicles are not permitted on site.
  • Reception is unmanned after 5 p.m.. Please inform the campground while on your way there should you expect to arrive after this time so that the team can provide information about your unit/site.
  • Units longer than 6 metres are not allowed.

Languages spoken

English

Open from Sat, 15 Mar to

Pitch types & availability

Accommodation

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Reviews

9.1

Overall rating from 56 Pitchup.com customers View breakdown

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93% would recommend this site to a friend

91% would stay here again

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The view was stunning we was really happy with how helpful the…

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: The view was stunning we was really happy with how helpful the staff was by giving us enough room for an extra car, toilets were clean and so we the showers highly recommend staying here

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Off grid, very peaceful, great views, hot and free showers, super compost…

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Zoey C. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: Off grid, very peaceful, great views, hot and free showers, super compost toilets, friendly atmosphere. Perfect escape.

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Great things come in small packages

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Julian M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: Great view - this cannot be undersold. Super composting toilets. Great welcome

Disliked: Nothing to dislike

Recommend to friends Visit again

Great place felt instantly at home

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: The views and trees are amazing

Recommend to friends Visit again

Excellent site, stunning views, clean facilities and friendly staff

Overall 10/10

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Paul B. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: Stunning location with excellent view, great showers, communal fire and very friendly. The compost loos aren't for everyone but they have made these as nice as they can be. I didn't book until late on the day and couldn't arrive until 7pm but they were more than happy and met me at the gate. I recommend booking in advance as could book the next day as they were fully booked.

Disliked: There is a electric tower on the site which you can hear buzzing. This may not be for everyone.

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Not sure if we are young couple, but we don’t feel like…

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

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Liked: Not sure if we are young couple, but we don’t feel like middle age! I think regaldress of the age you will love holidays in the little wooden cabin! Perfect place to relax, hang out by the fire or read in the hammock. We would love to come back!

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Great campsite with all necessary facilities and lovely views, and in a…

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Saskia E. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: Great campsite with all necessary facilities and lovely views, and in a good location.

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Great little campsite with a wonderful view

Overall 8/10

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Richard S. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent site

Liked: The view was wonderful and the showers were great. Even the compostable toilets were very clean and as pleasant and user-friendly as they can be. The location was good too as, although it is in the countryside it is easy to get into Exeter and to the A30/ M5.

Disliked: The massive pylon above the site was a bit unnerving - but can't be helped, I know.

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small plot -10 pitches, 2 compostable toilets, 2 showers Very basic

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Anonymous The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: The views were amazing. Owners were friendly and helpful.
Showers were ok

Disliked: It's not a dislike but not a great fan of compost toilet, they stank really bad.
It was very basic

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absolutely fab little place to stay, nice and out of the way.…

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Ashlea M. The reviewer booked through Pitchup.com

Unpowered grass tent or campervan site

Liked: absolutely fab little place to stay, nice and out of the way. lovely people, beautiful surroundings. evrything needed for a lovely camping trip.

Recommend to friends Visit again

Features

Dogs allowed

Campfires allowed

Leisure on site

Bar or club house Cycle hire Evening entertainment Fishing Fitness centre Games room 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 site/unit Composting toilet Dog park Drying room Food shop Free wifi Ice pack freezing Internet access Laundry 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 Dogs allowed all year

Themes

Budget/backpacker Peaceful Spectacular scenery Walkers' paradise Wild camping Wildlife haven

Utilities

Charging facilities Dump point Electric car charging point(s) Gas cylinders available Recycling available Renewable energy

Nearby amenities

Bar nearby Convenience store nearby Dog walk nearby Nearby farmers' market Public transport nearby

Type

Tiny (1-10 sites)

Nearby leisure

Canoeing/kayaking nearby Climbing nearby Cycle hire nearby Cycling nearby Fishing nearby Golf nearby Horse riding nearby Indoor pool nearby Leisure/theme park nearby Mountain biking nearby Outdoor pool nearby Restaurant nearby Sailing nearby Tennis nearby Watersports nearby

Location

Exeter View Stables

Rowhorne Road

Nadderwater

Exeter

Devon

England

EX4 2JE

Directions

Timezone

Europe/London +0100 (GMT+01:00)

GPS

50.73209°N
-3.5726°W

Route directions

Your satnav will send you to a white house to your left called Brindear. The site is approx 250 metres up the lane on the right, next to a house called Guywood.

Nearest transport

Coach
3.5 km Bus Station
7.2 km The Barn Owl
7.2 km Honiton Road Park and Ride
Rail
2.1 km Exeter St Davids Rail Station
2.8 km Exeter Central Rail Station
2.9 km Exeter St Thomas Rail Station
Ferry
9.1 km Topsham Lock Ferry Landing
9.2 km Topsham Ferry Landing
9.4 km Topsham (Turf Lock Ferry) Ferry Landing
Airport
11 km 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

As well as all the sights of Exeter, which include the cathedral, a clutch of Tudor buildings and the medieval Underground Passages in the centre, another place to spend a stint is Topsham village, a 25-minute drive away – the park here is a top spot for birding along the estuary or taking a tug boat over to the pub just across the water. Further on towards the coast is Exmouth beach, a family-friendly, sandy space accessible on the train line (from both Topsham and Exeter), with restaurants and cafés to totter towards in town. Once the kids have worn out their bucket and spade, take them on the rides at Crealy Theme Park & Resort in Sidmouth, 20 minutes away. Grownups might like to factor in a little time in this town too for roams around Bicton Park Botanical Gardens and ganders at the Regency-era architecture – if the kids start to moan, simply pack them off for more sandy times at Sidmouth beach.

Water quality at nearby bathing waters

Name Distance Type 2020201920182017
Dawlish Warren 17.5 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Exmouth 18.1 km Estuary N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Dawlish Town 18.5 km Sea N/AGoodGoodExcellent
Dawlish Coryton Cove 19 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent
Sandy Bay 19.8 km Sea N/AExcellentExcellentExcellent

Data source: European Environment Agency

Must see

Exeter Cathedral - Church of Saint Peter 3.2 km

The National Trust Killerton House & Gardens 10.4 km

Crealy Great Adventure Park 11.4 km

Castle Drogo 17.4 km

Jurassic Coast World Heritage Site 23.7 km

National Trust

Killerton: Clyston Mill 9.6 km

Killerton: Marker's Cottage 10 km

Killerton: Budlake Old Post Office 10.6 km

Killerton 10.6 km

A la Ronde 15.4 km

Cycle routes

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

Other

ST BARTHOLOMEW'S CEMETERY, EXETER 2.8 km

NORTHERNHAY AND ROUGEMENT GARDENS 3.1 km

Brampford Speke Circular 6 km

SHOBROOKE PARK 8.4 km

EXE ESTUARY (CURRENT BOUNDARY FROM 16/01/2003) 9.4 km

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.

Offers

Conditions apply - see pitch type section for details

Nearest sites

Unfortunately, we have no nearby bookable sites.

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Frequently asked questions

  • Does Exeter View Stables have a swimming pool? No View all features
  • Is Exeter View Stables dog friendly? Yes View all features
  • What attractions are near Exeter View Stables? As well as all the sights of Exeter, which include the cathedral, a clutch of Tudor buildings and the medieval Underground Passages in the centre, another place to spend a stint is … Read more
  • When can I check in and check out of Exeter View Stables?
    Camping and caravan
    Arrive:  noon –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
    On-site accommodation
    Arrive:  1:30 p.m. –  8 p.m.
    Depart by:  11 a.m.
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  • How much does it cost to stay at Exeter View Stables? From $51.82 (for 1 night, 2 adults) - prices may change depending on your dates and party.