Best for: Families and couples wanting a countryside park close to Lyme Regis and the Jurassic Coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges with hot tubs, touring and camping pitches, glamping pods.
Highlights: Covered heated pool, bar and takeaway, woodland walks, play areas, dog friendly, spacious pitches.

Andrewshayes Holiday Park covers around 12 acres near Axminster with pitches and accommodation set among trees and open grass, giving plenty of space across the site. The covered heated pool, bar and takeaway sit at the centre of the park, with woodland walks and play areas spread out around it.

Axminster is about 3 miles away for supermarkets and pubs including The George Hotel and River Cottage Canteen, while Lyme Regis is around 6 miles which is roughly 15 minutes for the Jurassic Coast. Seaton is about 6 miles, Charmouth around 7 miles for fossil hunting, and Exeter is roughly 20 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A well spaced countryside park near Axminster with a covered pool and direct access to Lyme Regis Charmouth and the Jurassic Coast within 15 minutes

Best for: Families and couples wanting a holiday park within walking distance of the beach at Westward Ho!.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and apartments.
Highlights: Sea views, on site restaurant and bar, shop, play areas, coastal walks, close to the beach.

Beachside Holiday Park sits above the beach at Westward Ho!, with accommodation looking out across Bideford Bay. You can walk from the park onto the South West Coast Path and down onto the beach within a few minutes.

Westward Ho! village is a short walk with pubs including The Pier House and The Waterfront Inn, along with shops and places to eat. Bideford is around 3 miles for supermarkets and restaurants, Appledore about 2 miles for estuary views and pubs, and Instow around 4 miles with places to eat including The Instow Arms.

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal holiday park above Westward Ho! beach with sea views and everything within walking distance including the beach pubs shops and the coast path.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with pools and sea views near Paignton.

Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.

Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, sauna and steam room, restaurant and bars, entertainment venue, crazy golf, sea views.

Beverley Park is a large family run holiday park above Torbay, with accommodation spread across the hillside looking out towards the coast. Facilities are centred around the main complex, including indoor and outdoor pools, a gym, sauna and steam room, along with bars, takeaway and evening entertainment.

Broadsands Beach is under 1 mile away which is around a 5 minute drive or 15 to 20 minute walk, while Paignton seafront is about 2 miles. Brixham is around 5 miles for harbour pubs and restaurants, and Torquay is roughly 3 miles. Nearby pubs include The Railway Inn in Paignton around 1.5 miles and The Queens Arms in Brixham around 4 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A large hillside holiday park above Torbay with indoor and outdoor pools sea views and easy access to Paignton Brixham and nearby beaches.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with sea views and lots to do on site in North Devon.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges and chalets.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools with flume, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, crazy golf, play areas and sea views.

Bideford Bay Holiday Park sits on a wooded hillside above the North Devon coast, with accommodation spread across different levels looking out towards the sea. The main complex includes indoor and outdoor pools with a flume along with a restaurant bar and evening entertainment.

Westward Ho! is around 8 miles for a long sandy beach and surf, while Clovelly is about 4 miles for a harbour village and coastal walks. Bideford is roughly 10 miles for supermarkets and places to eat, and Barnstaple is around 10 miles which is about 20 minutes by car. Nearby pubs include The Hoops Inn at Horns Cross around 2 miles and The Thatched Inn in Abbotsham about 6 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A large hillside holiday park with sea views indoor and outdoor pools and a wide range of facilities within easy reach of Westward Ho! Clovelly and the North Devon coast.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park within walking distance of Brixham harbour and the coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, bar and restaurant, shop, sea views, walking distance to Brixham.

Brixham Holiday Park sits above the harbour with accommodation spread across the hillside looking out over Torbay. The park includes an indoor heated pool and outdoor pool, along with a bar, restaurant and shop centred around the main complex.

Brixham harbour is around 1 mile away which is about a 15 to 20 minute walk, with shops, restaurants and boat trips. Berry Head is about 1.5 miles for coastal walks and views, while Paignton Zoo is around 6 miles and Dartmouth is about 5 miles across the river.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside holiday park above Brixham with sea views and walking access to the harbour Berry Head and the South West Coast Path.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quieter holiday park close to Exeter and the Exe Estuary.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring and camping pitches.
Highlights: Indoor heated pool, bar and restaurant, shop, play areas, countryside setting, close to the Exe Estuary.

Castle Brake Holiday Park is set within woodland near Woodbury Common, with pitches and accommodation spread out among trees and open clearings. The park includes an indoor heated pool, bar, restaurant and shop, with walking routes directly from the site onto the surrounding common.

Exmouth is around 4 miles for a sandy beach and seafront, while Exeter is about 8 miles for shopping, restaurants and days out. Woodbury village is around 1 mile with local pubs, and the Exe Estuary is nearby for walking and cycling routes towards Topsham which is about 6 miles away.

Why it’s a top pick: A woodland holiday park near Woodbury Common with direct access to walking routes and easy access to Exmouth Exeter and the Exe Estuary.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park right next to a sandy beach in South Devon.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor pool, entertainment venue, restaurant and takeaway, play areas, direct beach access, sea views.

Challaborough Bay Holiday Park sits directly beside a sheltered sandy beach, with accommodation looking out across the bay towards Burgh Island. You can walk straight from the park onto the beach and the South West Coast Path, with the main complex including an indoor pool, restaurant, takeaway and entertainment. 

Bigbury on Sea is about 1 mile away with views across to Burgh Island, while Bantham Beach is around 3 miles for surfing. Salcombe is roughly 12 miles for shops and harbour views, and Kingsbridge is about 6 miles for supermarkets and places to eat. Nearby attractions include Burgh Island around 1 mile away and the South West Coast Path running directly from the park.

Why it’s a top pick: A beachfront holiday park in a sheltered bay with direct access to the sand and coastal walks and views across to Burgh Island.

Best for: Couples families and anglers wanting a lodge break centred around lakes fishing and spa facilities.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, apartments, lake pods, floating lodges and glamping cocoons.
Highlights: 17 fishing lakes, lakeside spa with pool and steam room, paddleboarding and kayaking, restaurant and bar, hot tubs, dog friendly.

Clawford Lakes Resort and Spa covers around 80 acres near Holsworthy, with accommodation positioned around the lakes including floating lodges and lakeside units. The site is built around 17 lakes used for fishing and water activities, with carp fishing, paddleboarding and open water swimming all on site alongside a lakeside spa with pool and steam room.

Holsworthy is around 4 miles for shops and essentials, while Bude is just under 15 miles which is roughly 25 minutes for beaches and the South West Coast Path. The Milky Way Adventure Park is about 9 miles for families, and Dartmoor National Park is around 20 miles for walking and open moorland.

Why it’s a top pick: A lakeside resort built around 17 fishing lakes with spa facilities water sports and a wide choice of accommodation all in one place.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a smaller coastal holiday park within walking distance of Combe Martin beach.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and chalets.
Highlights: Outdoor heated pool, clubhouse with bar and food, woodland walks, sea views and access to Newberry Beach.

Combe Martin Beach Holiday Park is set on a hillside above the village with accommodation positioned across the valley looking out towards the coast. A path leads down towards Newberry Beach and the seafront and there is an outdoor heated pool, clubhouse, bar and food available on site.

Combe Martin beach and village are a few minutes walk away with shops, cafés and access onto the South West Coast Path. Ilfracombe is around 6 miles, Woolacombe about 10 miles for a larger sandy beach and Exmoor National Park is within 10 miles for walking and open moorland.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside holiday park above Combe Martin with sea views and walking access to the beach village and the South West Coast Path.

Best for: Families and kids seeking fun, adventure and a theme-park holiday in Devon.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, caravans, camping, touring pitches and glamping pods.
Highlights: On-site theme park with rides and attractions, family-friendly entertainment and outdoor play areas. Comfortable accommodation close to all resort activities.

Crealy Resort is a large family-oriented holiday destination combining self-catering accommodation with its own adventure and theme park, offering rides, shows and activities for all ages. The park provides a lively and engaging environment that keeps children entertained while offering comfortable places to relax.

The location places guests close to the South Devon coast, with beautiful beaches and coastal towns within easy reach. The surrounding countryside also offers scenic walking and cycling routes, as well as local pubs, cafés and shops.

Why it’s a top pick: It’s a top pick for families who want action-packed days, convenient on-site accommodation and plenty of entertainment options right at their doorstep.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quiet holiday park on the edge of Dartmoor.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Outdoor heated pool, fishing lake, play area, countryside setting and close to Dartmoor National Park.

Dartmoor View Holiday Park is near Whiddon Down close to Okehampton with accommodation set across around 20 acres of landscaped grounds bordered by trees and open countryside. There is an outdoor heated pool, a small fishing lake and open space across the park, with walking routes leading straight out towards Dartmoor.

Okehampton is around 6 miles which is about 10 minutes for shops and access onto Dartmoor, while Exeter is about 20 miles for shopping and restaurants. Dartmoor National Park is right on the doorstep for walking and cycling, and Meldon Reservoir is around 8 miles for views and routes across the moor.

Why it’s a top pick: A countryside holiday park on the edge of Dartmoor with direct access to moorland walks and easy reach of Okehampton and Exeter.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park close to the beach and Dawlish town.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, play areas, short walk to the beach.

Dawlish Sands Holiday Park is a large family park in Dawlish Warren with accommodation spread across a flat site close to the coast. There are indoor and outdoor heated pools along with a restaurant, bar and entertainment venue, with most facilities centred around the main complex.

Dawlish Warren beach is around half a mile which is about a 10 minute walk, with access to a long sandy beach and nature reserve. Dawlish is about 2 miles along the coast, while Exeter is around 12 miles for shopping and days out, and Teignmouth is about 4 miles for beaches and seafront walks.

Why it’s a top pick: A family holiday park in Dawlish Warren with pools and entertainment within walking distance of the beach and easy access to Dawlish Exeter and the South Devon coast.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park with direct access to Sandy Bay and full scale facilities.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor multi level pool with slides, outdoor pool, entertainment complex, restaurants and bars, direct beach access, sea views.

Devon Cliffs Holiday Park is a large clifftop park at Sandy Bay near Exmouth, with accommodation spread across steep, sloping ground looking out over the sea. The main complex sits lower in the park and includes a large indoor pool with slides and flumes, outdoor pool, restaurants, bars and a full entertainment venue. 

Sandy Bay beach sits directly below the park with access down a steep path, leading onto a sandy beach with rock pools and coastal walks. Exmouth is around 3 miles for a seafront and shops, Budleigh Salterton is about 5 miles along the coast, and Exeter is roughly 12 miles. The South West Coast Path runs from the park linking the coastline in both directions. 

Why it’s a top pick: A large clifftop holiday park at Sandy Bay with direct beach access, sea views and one of the biggest indoor pool complexes in Devon.

Best for: Couples wanting a private hot tub glamping stay near Exeter with easy access to coast and Dartmoor.
Accommodation Types: Shepherd huts, Airstream caravan and small glamping hideaways.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, log burners, outdoor kitchens and firepits, river and meadow setting, walking distance to a pub.

Devon Heaven Hideaways is a small collection of glamping units on a working farm in the Kenn valley just outside Exeter, with each unit set on its own private plot overlooking fields and the River Kenn. Each hideaway includes a private hot tub, log burner, outdoor seating and cooking area, giving you a self contained space rather than shared facilities. 

Kennford is around 1 mile for a shop and pub including The Ley Arms within walking distance, while Exeter is about 5 miles for restaurants and shopping. Dawlish Warren beach is around 5 to 6 miles, Dartmoor National Park is about 15 minutes by car, and Teignmouth is within 20 minutes for the coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: A small scale glamping site near Exeter with private hot tub units set on individual plots giving a more private stay than most holiday parks.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quieter park inland from Paignton with leisure facilities on site.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges, with some hot tub options.
Highlights: Indoor pool, gym, sauna and steam room, café and shop, valley setting, close to Paignton and Torquay.

Devon Hills Holiday Park sits in a valley inland from Paignton, with different areas of the park including Moonshadow Rise, Woodpecker Vale, Orchard Lodges and The Meadows arranged around The Hive leisure hub. The Hive brings together the indoor pool, gym, café, shop and reception, which gives this park a more self contained feel than a simple caravan site. 

Paignton is about 2.5 miles away for the seafront, beach and shops, while Torquay is around 5 miles and Brixham about 7 miles for the harbour. The park is also well placed for Paignton Zoo, Dartmouth Steam Railway and other English Riviera days out, while the accommodation range includes holiday homes and lodges sleeping from four up to eight, with decking and some private hot tubs. 

Why it’s a top pick: A valley park near Paignton with an indoor pool gym sauna and steam room on site, plus easy access to the English Riviera without staying right in the middle of the busy seafront.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a lodge resort with a full leisure complex and spa in South Devon.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, luxury cabins and pods, some with hot tubs.
Highlights: Indoor waterpark with flumes, outdoor pool, Sirona Spa with hydrotherapy pool and sauna, gym and fitness classes, fishing lakes, woodland setting.

Finlake Resort and Spa covers around 130 acres near Chudleigh with lodges set among woodland and lakes rather than in rows. The main leisure complex includes a large indoor pool with flumes and splash areas, an outdoor pool and a gym, all centred in one area of the resort.

The Sirona Spa includes a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room and treatment rooms, and the wider site has several fishing lakes, walking routes and activities including paddleboarding and archery. Exeter is around 10 miles, Newton Abbot about 5 miles, Teignmouth around 8 miles for the coast and Dartmoor National Park is within 20 minutes.

Why it’s a top pick: A large woodland lodge resort near Chudleigh with a waterpark spa and lakes on site and easy access to Dartmoor Exeter and the South Devon coast.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park close to Woolacombe Beach with plenty to do on site.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, chalets and villas.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, wave surfer simulator, high ropes course, bowling, adventure golf, bar and restaurant.

Golden Coast Holiday Park is just outside Woolacombe with accommodation spread across the park and facilities including a wave surfer simulator, high ropes course, climbing wall, bowling and indoor and outdoor pools. There is also a bar and restaurant on site so you do not need to leave every day.

Woolacombe Beach is around 2 miles away for a long sandy beach and surf, while Putsborough Sands is about 4 miles. Ilfracombe is roughly 6 miles for the harbour and boat trips, and nearby attractions include Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park around 9 miles and the South West Coast Path along the coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A large holiday park near Woolacombe with a wide range of activities on site and easy access to Woolacombe Beach, Putsborough Sands and the North Devon coast.

Best for: Families wanting a holiday park within a short walk of Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring pitches and camping pods.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, entertainment venue, kids clubs, arcade, play areas, bar and restaurant.

Golden Sands Holiday Park is in Dawlish Warren on a flat site around a 5 to 10 minute walk from the beach and dunes. The park centres around the main complex with indoor and outdoor heated pools, an arcade, play areas and a clubhouse with entertainment running through the season, along with a bar and restaurant.

Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve are within walking distance for a long sandy beach and coastal paths through the dunes, while Dawlish is around 2 miles along the seafront. Exeter is about 12 miles which is around 25 minutes, and nearby attractions include Powderham Castle around 7 miles and the South West Coast Path along this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A flat holiday park in Dawlish Warren within walking distance of the beach and nature reserve with pools entertainment and everything needed for a family stay on site.

Best for: Couples wanting a small private lodge stay near Saunton Sands and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: One bedroom lodges with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, enclosed gardens, open plan interiors, countryside setting, close to Saunton Sands.

Great Field Lodges is a small collection of three lodges near Braunton set on a rural site rather than a traditional holiday park. Each lodge is self contained with its own enclosed garden and private hot tub, designed for couples looking for a quieter stay with more privacy. 

Saunton Sands is around 2 miles away which is about a 5 minute drive, with Croyde around 4 miles and Woolacombe about 6 miles for larger beaches. Braunton is around 1 mile for shops cafés and pubs, while Barnstaple is about 5 miles for supermarkets and restaurants. 

Why it’s a top pick: A small lodge site near Braunton with private hot tubs and easy access to Saunton Sands Croyde and the North Devon coast.

Best for: Couples and small groups wanting a lodge stay with spa facilities near the Jurassic Coast.
Accommodation Types: One to four bedroom lodges, some with hot tubs.
Highlights: Ezina Spa with hydrotherapy pool, sauna and steam room, gym and fitness classes, restaurant and bar, countryside setting with valley views.

Hawkchurch Resort and Spa is set in the Axe Valley near Axminster, with lodges arranged across a wooded hillside looking out over the surrounding countryside. The resort is built around the Ezina Spa, which includes a hydrotherapy pool, sauna, steam room, treatment rooms and a gym, giving it more of a spa retreat feel than a traditional holiday park. 

The Beeches restaurant and bar are on site, and many lodges include private hot tubs. Axminster is around 5 miles away for shops and essentials, while Lyme Regis is about 5 miles for the Jurassic Coast and beaches. Charmouth is around 6 miles for fossil hunting, and Forde Abbey is nearby for gardens and walks. 

Why it’s a top pick: A lodge resort in the Axe Valley with a full spa on site and easy access to Lyme Regis Charmouth and the Jurassic Coast.

Best for: Families and couples wanting a quieter countryside park close to Bude and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, touring pitches and camping pods.
Highlights: Indoor heated pool with steam room and jacuzzi, bar and restaurant, play areas, dog walking routes, countryside setting.

Hedley Wood Holiday Park is set across woodland and open countryside on the Devon Cornwall border near Holsworthy, with accommodation spread across a spacious site rather than tightly packed areas. The park centres around a modern leisure building with an indoor heated pool, steam room and jacuzzi, alongside a bar, restaurant and indoor activity space. 

Bude is around 4 to 5 miles away which is about a 10 to 15 minute drive for beaches including Summerleaze Beach and Widemouth Bay. Holsworthy is around 3 miles for shops and essentials, while the Milky Way Adventure Park is about 13 miles and Tintagel Castle around 20 miles for days out. 

Why it’s a top pick: A countryside holiday park on the Devon Cornwall border with an indoor pool and easy access to Bude beaches and the North Devon and Cornwall coast.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quiet countryside park with access to spa and leisure facilities nearby.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and lodges, some with hot tubs.
Highlights: Woodland setting, spacious layout, play area, access to Finlake Resort facilities, close to Dartmoor and South Devon coast.

Holmans Wood Holiday Park is set across around 12 acres of rolling countryside near Chudleigh, with accommodation arranged in small groups rather than rows, giving a quieter and more open feel. Facilities on site are limited to essentials including a play area and open space, with no pool or entertainment complex, keeping the park calm and uncrowded. 

What sets it apart is access to Finlake Resort and Spa around 2.5 miles away, where you can use indoor and outdoor pools, gym, spa, restaurant and activities before returning to a quieter base. 

Chudleigh is around 1 mile for shops and pubs, while Exeter is about 10 miles and Newton Abbot around 6 miles. Teignmouth and Dawlish are both within 10 miles for beaches, and Dartmoor National Park is close by for walking and open moorland. 

Why it’s a top pick: A quiet countryside park near Chudleigh with access to Finlake’s pools and spa giving you a peaceful base with full facilities nearby.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a quiet lodge park with hot tubs near the Blackdown Hills.
Accommodation Types: Lodges and caravans, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, woodland walks, dog friendly accommodation, peaceful setting and close to the Blackdown Hills.

Hornbeam Country Park is near Dunkeswell outside Honiton with lodges spaced out across a rural site surrounded by woodland and open fields. Many lodges have private hot tubs on the decking and there are walking routes from the park into the surrounding countryside and towards the Blackdown Hills.

Dunkeswell is around 1 mile for a shop and local facilities, while Honiton is about 6 miles for supermarkets and places to eat. The Blackdown Hills are on the doorstep for walking, Sidmouth is about 14 miles for the Jurassic Coast, and Exeter is around 20 miles. Dunkeswell Airfield is nearby with a café and gliding centre.

Why it’s a top pick: A quiet lodge park near Dunkeswell with private hot tubs and direct access to the Blackdown Hills with a more peaceful setting than larger parks in Devon.

Best for: Families wanting a coastal holiday park with direct access to a private beach on the Jurassic Coast.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges, apartments, safari tents, touring pitches and camping.
Highlights: Private beach, indoor heated pool with splash features, outdoor splash zone, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, adventure golf.

Ladram Bay Holiday Park sits on the clifftop above its own private bay near Budleigh Salterton, with accommodation arranged across terraced areas looking out over the sea. The park has direct access down to a sheltered pebble beach with rock pools, along with a large indoor pool with splash features, outdoor splash zone, restaurant, arcade and entertainment complex. 

Budleigh Salterton is around 3 miles away for a seafront and shops, while Sidmouth is about 5 miles along the coast. Exeter is roughly 15 miles for shopping and days out, and the South West Coast Path runs directly from the park linking this stretch of the Jurassic Coast. 

Why it’s a top pick: A clifftop holiday park on the Jurassic Coast with its own private beach, sea views across the bay and a full set of facilities built around the coastline.

Best for: Families wanting a large holiday park within walking distance of Dawlish Warren beach with full facilities on site.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans, lodges and touring pitches.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor heated pools, kids clubs, entertainment venue, restaurant and bar, play areas, short walk to the beach.

Lady’s Mile Holiday Park is in Dawlish Warren on a flat site around a 10 minute walk from the beach and dunes. The park centres around a large complex with indoor and outdoor heated pools, children’s activities, an arcade and a clubhouse with entertainment, along with a bar and restaurant.

Dawlish Warren beach and nature reserve are within walking distance for a long sandy beach and coastal paths through the dunes. Dawlish is around 2 miles along the seafront, while Exeter is about 12 miles which is around 25 minutes. Nearby attractions include Powderham Castle around 7 miles and the South West Coast Path along this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A large Dawlish Warren holiday park within walking distance of the beach and nature reserve with pools entertainment and everything needed for a family stay on site.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a lodge stay around fishing lakes near Honiton.
Accommodation Types: Two and three bedroom lodges, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Coarse fishing lakes with carp tench and bream, lakeside setting, restaurant and bar, hot tubs, dog friendly accommodation.

Lakeview Manor Lodges are near Dunkeswell with lodges positioned around two fishing lakes within open parkland. The lakes are stocked with coarse fish including carp tench and bream, and the manor house on site has a restaurant and bar open to guests.

The Sidmouth Arms in Upottery is around 3 miles away, while Honiton is about 6 miles for shops and supermarkets. The Blackdown Hills are on the doorstep for walking, Lyme Regis is around 16 miles for the coast, and Exeter is about 20 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A lodge park near Honiton set around stocked fishing lakes with an on site restaurant and easy access to the Blackdown Hills and the Jurassic Coast.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a coastal holiday park within walking distance of Dartmouth.
Accommodation Types: Static caravans and chalets.
Highlights: Sea views, outdoor heated pool, bar and restaurant, play areas, coastal setting, access to the South West Coast Path.

Leonards Cove Holiday Village sits above the coast just outside Dartmouth, with accommodation set across a sloping site looking out over Start Bay. The park includes an outdoor heated pool, bar and restaurant, with paths leading from the site towards the coast and surrounding headland.

Dartmouth is around 1 mile away which is about a 20 minute walk or short drive for shops, restaurants and the harbour. Blackpool Sands is about 3 miles for a sheltered beach, while Slapton Sands is around 7 miles along the coast. The South West Coast Path runs close to the park linking this stretch of coastline.

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal holiday park near Dartmouth with sea views and walking access to the town the coast path and nearby beaches.

Best for: Surfers couples and families wanting a lodge stay within walking distance of Croyde Bay.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Private hot tubs, short walk to Croyde Bay, surf beaches nearby, countryside setting, dog friendly accommodation.

March End Lodges are just outside Croyde with lodges set in a quiet spot off the road between Croyde village and the beach. You can walk to Croyde Bay in around 10 to 15 minutes, making it easy to get onto one of the best surfing beaches in the UK without needing to drive or deal with parking in peak season.

Croyde village is close by for pubs including The Thatch and The Manor House Inn, along with surf shops and cafés. Saunton Sands is around 2 miles for a longer stretch of beach, while Putsborough Sands is about 3 miles. Woolacombe is roughly 5 miles for a wider beach and coastal walks along Baggy Point and the South West Coast Path.

Why it’s a top pick: A lodge stay just outside Croyde with private hot tubs and an easy walk to Croyde Bay avoiding the parking and traffic in peak summer.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a lodge park close to Woolacombe Ilfracombe and the North Devon coast.
Accommodation Types: Lodges and static caravans, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Sea views from higher areas, hot tub lodges, bar and restaurant, countryside setting, close to multiple beaches.

Mullacott Park sits above Ilfracombe on elevated ground with lodges and caravans set across the hillside, some with views out towards the coast. The park has an on site bar and restaurant and is well placed between Ilfracombe and Woolacombe rather than being tied to one single location.

Woolacombe Beach is around 3 miles for a wide sandy beach and surf, while Ilfracombe is about 2 miles for the harbour, boat trips and places to eat. Saunton Sands is around 6 miles and Croyde about 5 miles, giving access to several of North Devon’s main beaches. Nearby attractions include Tunnels Beaches in Ilfracombe and coastal walks along the South West Coast Path.

Why it’s a top pick: A hillside park above Ilfracombe with some sea views and easy access to Woolacombe Croyde and the wider North Devon coastline.

Best for: Couples and families wanting a lodge stay around lakes and woodland in the Blackdown Hills.
Accommodation Types: Lodges, cottages and apartments, many with private hot tubs.
Highlights: Fishing lakes with carp tench and roach, indoor heated pool, sauna and steam room, woodland walks, dog friendly accommodation.

Otter Falls is set within around 46 acres of woodland and lakes near Upottery outside Honiton, with lodges and cottages positioned around the water and through the trees. The site includes several lakes stocked with coarse fish including carp tench and roach, along with an indoor pool, sauna and steam room.

The Sidmouth Arms in Upottery is around 1 mile away, while Honiton is about 7 miles for shops and supermarkets. The Blackdown Hills are on the doorstep for walking, and the Jurassic Coast is around 15 miles with places like Lyme Regis and Beer. Exeter is about 20 miles.

Why it’s a top pick: A woodland lodge park near Honiton set around stocked fishing lakes with spa facilities and easy access to the Blackdown Hills and the East Devon coast.

Best for: Family lodge and caravan stays close to Paignton and the English Riviera
Accommodation Types: Lodges and caravans, some with private hot tubs
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, bar and restaurant, countryside setting near the coast

Primley Meadow sits just outside Paignton within the grounds of Whitehill Country Park, with accommodation set across open areas with a mix of lodges and caravans. Some caravans and lodges include private hot tubs and outdoor decking, with access to on site facilities including indoor and outdoor pools, a bar, café and family activity spaces.

Paignton is around 5 minutes away, with Goodrington Sands roughly 10 minutes for a sandy beach with parking and seafront cafés. Torquay is about 15 minutes along the coast for the harbour, marina and restaurants, while Brixham is around 20 minutes for a working fishing port. The Church House Inn in Marldon is a short drive, and Paignton Zoo Environmental Park is around 10 minutes from the park.

Why it’s a top pick: Combines the space of a quieter lodge area with full access to Whitehill Country Park’s facilities, while staying close to Paignton and the English Riviera.

Best for: Staying right by Croyde Beach with full on site facilities.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges, apartments and touring pitches.
Highlights: Opposite Croyde Beach, indoor pool, bars and restaurants.

Ruda Holiday Park sits just over the road from Croyde Beach, with direct access onto the beach. It is one of the largest holiday parks in North Devon, with a wide range of accommodation and extensive on site facilities including an indoor pool, restaurants, bars and entertainment.

Croyde Beach is a couple of minutes from the park and is one of the best known surf beaches in the UK. Croyde village is around 10 to 15 minutes on foot with pubs including the Thatch and Billy Budds. Saunton Sands is about 5 minutes by car, with Braunton around 10 minutes and Woolacombe roughly 20 minutes.

Why it’s a top pick: One of the only parks in Devon set right by Croyde Beach, combining direct beach access with the scale and facilities of a major holiday park.

Best for: Cliff top park with its own private beach near Combe Martin
Accommodation Types: Caravans, chalets, apartments and touring pitches
Highlights: Private cove access, outdoor pool with sea views, bar and entertainment

Sandaway Beach Holiday Park sits on a low cliff above the coast just outside Combe Martin, with sea views across the bay. A stepped path from the park leads down to its own private beach and Mermaid’s Cove, which is a rocky cove with areas of sand and rock pools. 

The park includes a heated outdoor pool, bar, takeaway and entertainment, along with children’s play areas and kids clubs. Combe Martin is around 5 minutes by car or a longer walk, with its beach, shops and pubs, while Ilfracombe is about 10 minutes away. Lynton and Lynmouth are roughly 20 minutes along the coast, with access into Exmoor. 

Why it’s a top pick: A coastal park with direct access to its own private cove, combined with sea views and a quieter setting just outside Combe Martin.

Best for: Coastal park stays above Brixham with sea views and full on site facilities.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, entertainment, elevated coastal setting.

South Bay Holiday Park sits above Brixham on the hillside overlooking the coast, with accommodation set on sloping ground rather than a flat layout. The park includes an outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, takeaway and entertainment, with facilities focused around the central complex and views out across the coastline.

Brixham harbour is around 5 minutes by car, with restaurants, shops and the working fishing port. Nearby spots include Rockfish Brixham on the harbourside and Berry Head National Nature Reserve for coastal walks and sea views. St Mary’s Bay is about 5 minutes away, while Broadsands and Goodrington Sands are around 10 to 15 minutes along the coast.

Why it’s a top pick: Elevated position above Brixham with sea views, giving a quieter base than staying in the town while keeping the harbour and beaches within easy reach.

Best for: Large family park near Woolacombe with indoor and outdoor pools.
Accommodation Types: Caravans, lodges and touring pitches.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, bar and restaurant, sports facilities, countryside setting.

Stowford Meadows Holiday Park sits inland from Woolacombe near Ilfracombe, set across a large site with accommodation positioned across open areas and different parts of the park. Facilities include indoor and outdoor pools, a bar and restaurant, takeaway, sports courts, play areas and open space around the park.

Woolacombe Beach is around 10 minutes by car, known for its long sandy beach and surf. Ilfracombe is about 10 minutes in the opposite direction for the harbour, shops and restaurants, while Watermouth Castle is around 5 minutes away. Braunton is roughly 15 minutes for pubs, supermarkets and access to Saunton Sands.

Why it’s a top pick: A large, well equipped park close to Woolacombe with a wide range of facilities and easy access to the North Devon coast.

Best for: Quiet park stays near Barnstaple and the Tarka Trail.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Countryside setting, easy access to Tarka Trail, close to Barnstaple.

Tarka Holiday Park sits just outside Barnstaple in a countryside setting, with accommodation set across a smaller site focused on lodges and caravans. The park is simple in layout, with the emphasis on location rather than large scale on site facilities.

Barnstaple town centre is around 5 minutes by car for shops, supermarkets and places to eat, while the Tarka Trail runs nearby for walking and cycling along the River Taw. Instow is around 15 minutes away for estuary views and places to eat, while Saunton Sands and Woolacombe are roughly 20 to 30 minutes by car for beaches.

Why it’s a top pick: A well located base near Barnstaple with direct access to the Tarka Trail and easy reach of both the North Devon coast and Exmoor.

Best for: Family holidays near Torquay with plenty going on on site.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, bar and restaurant, entertainment, hillside setting.

Torquay Holiday Park sits just outside Torquay, set on higher ground above the town. It is a busy park, with indoor and outdoor pools, a bar and restaurant, takeaway and regular entertainment centred around the main complex.

Torquay seafront is around 10 minutes by car for the marina, beaches and attractions. Nearby places include Babbacombe Model Village around 5 minutes away and Kents Cavern about 10 minutes from the park. Paignton is roughly 15 minutes along the coast, with Brixham around 25 minutes.

Why it’s a top pick: A lively park close to Torquay with plenty on site, while keeping the seafront and attractions within a short drive.

Best for: Staying close to Goodrington and Paignton with views across the coast.
Accommodation Types: Caravans and lodges.
Highlights: Indoor and outdoor pools, bar and restaurant, sea views, entertainment.

Waterside Holiday Park sits above Goodrington on the hillside, with many pitches looking out across the coastline. The park includes indoor and outdoor pools, a bar and restaurant, takeaway and entertainment, with facilities centred around the main complex.

Goodrington is the closest beach, known for its sandy shoreline and watersports, with Splashdown Quaywest just along the seafront. Paignton harbour and green are a short drive for cafés and coastal walks, while Berry Head National Nature Reserve is around 20 minutes for clifftop walks and views. Cantina Kitchen and Bar sits on the seafront nearby, with Torquay and Brixham both within easy reach along the coast.

Why it’s a top pick: Positioned above Goodrington with views out across the coast, giving quick access to the beach while staying slightly set back from the seafront.

Best for: Touring and caravan stays near Exeter and the Exe Estuary.
Accommodation Types: Touring pitches, caravans and motorhome pitches.
Highlights: Outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, estuary location, touring facilities.

Webbers Country Park sits just outside Exeter near the Exe Estuary, with a mix of touring pitches and static caravans across a well kept site. The park includes an outdoor pool, bar and restaurant, takeaway and facilities geared towards touring and longer stays.

Topsham is around 5 minutes by car for waterside pubs, independent shops and walks along the estuary. The Turf Hotel is a well known stop along the Exe Estuary, reached by foot, bike or boat, while Exeter Quayside is about 10 minutes away for cafés, shops and riverside paths. Dawlish Warren is roughly 20 minutes for a sandy beach and nature reserve.

Why it’s a top pick: A well located park near Exeter with direct access to the Exe Estuary and strong touring facilities, while keeping the coast within easy reach.

Best for: Woodland lodge stays near Exeter with a quiet, secluded feel.
Accommodation Types: Lodges.
Highlights: Woodland setting, hot tubs, private plots, close to Exeter.

Woodbury Woods sits within woodland just outside Exeter, with lodges set among trees and spaced across the site. The focus is on privacy and surroundings, with many lodges including hot tubs and outdoor space looking into the woodland.

Woodbury Common is right nearby for walking, with open heathland and views across the Exe Estuary. Budleigh Salterton is about 15 minutes by car for a quieter beach, while Exeter Quayside is around 15 minutes in the opposite direction for places to eat and riverside walks. Exmouth is a little further for a sandy beach and a busier seafront.

Why it’s a top pick: A quieter woodland setting close to Exeter, giving you space and privacy while staying within easy reach of the coast and city.