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Broadclyst, Exeter

Crabtree Lodge

The exterior of Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The exterior of Crabtree Lodge, Devon | © National Trust / Mike Henton
The sitting room at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The kitchen at Crabtree Lodge, Devon

Crabtree Lodge

A pretty little 1930's inspired cottage on a hill at the heart of the Killerton Estate in Devon with beautiful views towards Ashclyst Forest.

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The sitting room at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The kitchen at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The exterior of Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The sitting room at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The sitting room at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The dining room at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The double bedroom at Crabtree Lodge, Devon with double bed with yellow floral wallpaper behind it
The twin bedroom at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The bathroom at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The seating area in the garden at Crabtree Lodge, Devon
The garden at Crabtree Lodge, Devon

© National Trust / Mike Henton

A pretty little 1930's inspired cottage on a hill at the heart of the Killerton Estate in Devon with beautiful views towards Ashclyst Forest.

At a glance

Guests
4
Bedrooms
2
Number of dogs welcome
1
Reference
012023
Acorn rating

About Crabtree Lodge

Sitting on a country road, this former rector’s cottage is great for walkers and outdoor lovers, with its brilliant position on the Killerton Estate, but also close to the M5, making getting there and away really easy. Renovated to give a luxurious feel, this little lodge now sleeps 4, and has stunning parkland views.

Open the front door of this cottage, and you’ll be in the entrance hall, with a bespoke kitchen, separate dining room and cosy sitting room all off the hallway. There’s also a grand bathroom on the ground floor with a separate bath and shower. Head up the stairs to the two stunning bedrooms, one double and one twin (which can be made into a double on request). You’ll also find a separate WC. The upstairs bedrooms look out over the wonderful Killerton countryside and parkland. Outside there’s a small enclosed garden where you can enjoy the same wonderful countryside views.

The cottage sits on a country road on the Killerton Estate, right next door to Crabtree School House, another holiday cottage which sleeps 6. Both properties can be booked together if you’re travelling with a large family or group of friends. You’ll find the wonderful 18th-century Killerton House, shop and café just a 10 minute stroll away across the estate. Killerton itself offers 6,400 acres for you to explore, filled with miles of footpaths and cycle paths that cross historic parkland, formal gardens and a wider agricultural estate. You can hop on to the trails from the cottage doorstep, so it’s the perfect spot for outdoor lovers and walkers.

Once you’ve explored everything Killerton has to offer, then Broadclyst is the closest village to the cottage, where you’ll find a village shop, post office and pubs and restaurants. Beyond that, the vibrant and historic city of Exeter is just 20 minutes away by car with its bustling mix of independent and big name shops, bars, restaurants, pubs, cinemas and theatres. And if you’re keen to explore more of Devon, then why not head into the wilds of Dartmoor, or the beach at Exmouth or Sidmouth? And if you’re keen to explore more National Trust places, then head to Knightshayes, a Victorian country house.

Features and facilities

  • Wi-Fi, available
  • Garden, available
  • EV charging, not available
  • Fridge, available
  • Freezer, available
  • Microwave, available
  • Open fire / wood burner, available
  • Television, available
  • DVD, available
  • Washing machine, available
  • Dishwasher, available
  • Tumble dryer, available
  • BBQ, not available
  • Cot & high chair, available

Location

Accessibility

Not accessible. Find more information in the Accessibility Guide. Accessibility questions? Email holiday.enquiries@nationaltrust.org.uk or call us on 0344 800 2070.

Read our accessibility guide 

Layout

Ground floor layout

Sitting room with log burner, bespoke kitchen, dining room and bathroom with a separate bath and shower

First floor layout

Two bedrooms (one double and one twin, which can be made into a double on request) and a WC.

More information

Access: The accessibility guide is for guidance only. For up-to-date information, please call the team on 0344 800 2070.

Multi-cottage: Crabtree Lodge can be booked together with Crabtree School House to sleep 10 guests in total.

Heating: This cottage is heated by an air sourced heat pump.

Parking: Two private parking spaces within the garden of the cottage.

Garden: There is a small, enclosed patio and garden.

Offers: Guests will benefit from a late Sunday checkout of 4pm at this cottage.

WiFi: We are pleased to provide WiFi at this cottage which is supported by BT. Please note that intermittent connection problems can sometimes occur and should not be relied upon.

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