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Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly.

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A modern living room with a large sliding glass door leading to a patio area.
A bedroom with a bed, a dresser, a radiator, and a window with curtains.
A dining area with a wooden table set for four, a sofa in the background, and a view of the outdoors through large windows.
A modern living room with a sofa, coffee table, and a dog.
A modern kitchen with white cabinets, a central island with chairs, a microwave, a coffee maker, and a vase with flowers.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Beach equipment
    A rare find — beach equipment ready to go for your days by the sea.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Near Dorset and East Devon Coast

Popular amenities

  • Balcony or patio
  • Dog-friendly
  • Toys
  • Barbecue
  • Refrigerator
  • Internet

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Sidmouth, ENG
  • Place, East Devon
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, The Donkey Sanctuary
    ‪6 min walk‬
  • Place, Dorset and East Devon Coast
    ‪16 min walk‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪36 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

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About the area

Sidmouth

Located in Sidmouth, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. Cadhay and Marine Theatre are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Axe Cliff Golf and Country Club and Castlewood Vineyard. Travelling with kids? Consider The Donkey Sanctuary and Norman Lockyer Observatory. Discover the area's water adventures with kayaking and windsurfing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cycling.
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Sidmouth, ENG

What's nearby

  • East Devon - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • The Donkey Sanctuary - 6 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Dorset and East Devon Coast - 16 min walk - 1.3 km
  • Sidmouth Beach - 10 min drive - 5.4 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 37 min drive - 34.1 km

Getting around

  • Honiton Station - 17 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Salcombe Tap Room - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Fountain Head - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Taste of Sidmouth - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Masons Arms - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪Fort Cafe - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly.?

As of 26 October 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly. on 4 January 2027 start from NZ$599, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly.?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Kokopelli cottage near the Donkey sanctuary Sidmouth , modern and pet friendly. located?

This family-friendly Sidmouth holiday home is located by the sea, within a 15-minute walk of The Donkey Sanctuary and Dorset and East Devon Coast. East Devon and Salcombe Hill Walk are also within 2 miles (3 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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9.4/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Archival

8/10 Good

lovely relaxing place

Had 3 beautiful days here. Nice and quiet and the cottage is excellent, nice layout, well equipped. Shame there is such limited WiFi but despite this I would happily stay here again 😊
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review and glad you liked Kokopelli. The Wifi is something we are trying to sort out and although good in the reception area and just behind the cottage is patchy inside and we are looking at boosters.
Archival

8/10 Good

Relaxing and exactly as described

We loved the cottage and it was bright and clean and very comfortable . Well equipped with comfy beds and pillows . Lots of space outside with lots of walks near by and only a short drive to the beach and pubs etc .loved watching the birds and wildlife
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your review , glad you liked it
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A Much Needed Quiet Retreat

Really well equipped dog friendly house. My son and I were performing at the festival and it was a short drive into Sidmouth and a perfect oasis to recuperate after a day dancing. Some fabulous local walks and great pubs serving great food and ale. We will be hoping to return sometime in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 13 August 2022
Thank you - so glad you had a lovely time and we hope you will visit us again .
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8/10 Good

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

A lovely break

The property was clean, had everything you needed and had plenty of space. Weston Mouth beach is lovely and very quiet and peaceful, it’s a really steep climb back up but it’s worth it for the peaceful beach. The Donkey Sanctuary is lovely and has lots of lovely walks too. Lots to do in the area without having to drive too far. Garry and Jacqui were great at communicating and very friendly. We had a lovely break and feel relaxed and refreshed
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Steve and Amanda . Glad you enjoyed your stay at Kokopelli and you had a great holiday .
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10/10 Excellent

Fabulous homely and bright. Great location with lots to do in the area.

We had a lovely stay in this lodge. It had such a lovely homely feel with all the owners personal touches and beautiful bright skylight. It is one of the best holiday homes we have stayed at with everything you could possibly need to make our stay comfortable. The Jacqui sent us a fantastic information pack to help us organise our holiday and even more great info in the lodge on everything you would possibly need know about the area and lodge to make our stay brilliant. Our dogs loved the Grassy large area to run around and chill. Very private plot with great aspect. We would love to come back. Thanks for letting us stay in your beautiful holiday home and making so perfect with all the hard work you have put in with the info and special touch’s we really appreciate Thanks Cheryl and Angelo x
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Cheryl for such a lovely review . It was our pleasure having you stay and we hope you come again . We love it when guests love our cottage and try very hard to provide everything that is needed to ensure a great stay . Jacqui
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Extremely clean and tidy cottage,

Had a fantastic time spent at the cottage, it's set in a good location for local walks from the cottage and walks further afar. There are plenty of maps and information on walks available that were very useful. The condition of the property was excellent, it was very well equipped with lots of high quality items. The only very small negative we found was that too much sunlight came into the main bedroom too early in the morning, we thought that black out blinds would have solved the issue and allowed us to sleep a little longer. Other than that we had a fantastic time and would definitely recommend the property to friends and relatives and would definitely come back ourselves. Kind regards P. Rowbotham
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your lovely review . At least one bonus is that you had sun to wake you up in the morning! We will take on board that comment and look at fitting a black out blind in the main bedroom . Many thanks
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Holiday

Great base to explore the many seaside resorts along the Jurassic coast. Dog friendly too
Response from VrboOwner on 2 August 2020
Thanks Mark , i am glad you had a lovely stay and hope to see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect

The bungalow has everything you could possibly want. Very thoughtful touches awaited us on our arrival - flowers, wine, chocolates. Jacqui was great at answering any questions I had and went out of her way to ensure my Mum and I had a lovely stay. It's the perfect place to stay to explore Devon and Dorset. We loved it. Thank you Jacqui.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Carole for your lovely review . I’m so pleased that your mum liked Kokopelli and we love to provide those little extras that make a holiday a little more special . We hope to see you again . Jacqui
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Just great.

We had first class communication from Jacqui before, during and after our stay. The property was absolutely lovely with everything provided that we could hope for. Beautiful lounge and kitchen, lovely bathroom and spotless throughout. Wholly recommended.
Stayed 2 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for your lovely review. I’m glad you enjoyed your stay despite the unsettled weather and hope to see you again sometime. Jacqui
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10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

"Oh we do like to be beside the Donkeys"

Couldn't have wished for a better place to say! Peaceful, clean, literally home from home. Owners paid attention to every detail, including dog feeding and water bowl. There were full instructions for anything mechanical in the property, the beds and bedding were top notch and decor was cleverly thought out too. It's 5 minutes to the Donkey Sanctuary (what a treat), it's impossible to stay in the property and not visit. A car is a must to visit all the places and eateries the Owners have recommended, the list is comprehensive suggesting places for every budget. All in all any visitor won't be disappointed!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Christine for your lovely review . I’m so glad you and your friend and her lovely cockapoo Lilly had such a nice time and we hope you will visit Kokopelli again .
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Perfect holiday home that ticked all the boxes.

This holiday home had so many added little touches that made it feel like home from home. It has really been thought about with the little things like candles in the bathroom to dog shampoo, torches and a long line. The place was modern and clean and I could of happily moved in! You couldn't ask for more with the location. We didn't need the car at all and wandered from village to village via the coastal path which gave us beautiful beaches and stunning views. Jacqui was the perfect host who I felt I could contact with any query that I had. We will be coming back.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you for such a lovely review -we do try to make it as good as we can and we really appreciate when our guests say they love it too.
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8/10 Good

Great location.

Very quiet location, great accommodation, extremely well equipped even for doggies. Roomy, worked well, very well furnished. Pathway to property needs some improvement, collect water, extremely soggy in wet conditions. Overall a great stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Hi Sandra glad you had a great time despite the weather . Haven’t had that much snow in Devon for a while and that and rain caused the path to become flooded and rather sodden . Sadly we can’t change the weather but glad you loved the cottage and found the inside warm and cosy and comfortable. Jacqui
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Gorgeous property

Lovely location. The photos do not do this place justice!
Stayed 2 nights in Jan 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks Debra , it’s hard to show on photos have lovely and peaceful the cottage is . We love it and try hard to make sure it’s perfect for our guests . Thank you
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

peaceful abode

we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at kopopelli, it was very restful and its position meant you felt in your own space and was lovely to see the wildlife and to hear the donkeys. would recommend this to all our friends.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Hi Frances , thank you for your great review. We think our cottage is in the best place because it is quiet and peaceful. Thanks for leaving it so well when you left . We hope to see you again . Jacqui
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

This is a first class property which caters for your every need in a superb location

From start to finish this was an excellent experience, the owners are good at all stages with communication and information, we lacked for nothing. The cottage really is home from home the decor and furnishings are well thought out and good quality with plenty of finishing touches along with every piece of crockery, pan, utensil or glass you will ever need, what a pleasure. The patio gets the sun from sunrise to sunset so coffee in the morning at 7am and sundowners much later alongside your bbq. The surrounding countryside is outstanding but not for the faint hearted, be warned, if you don’t like walking up and down steep hills then take the car but you will miss out on beauties such as the Weston Gap, only accessible on foot, which would be a shame as it is a stunning beach. Beer village is also a must, we got there at 9am on the bank holiday Monday and it was already awake but plenty of parking still to be had. The cafes and shops cater for most needs and if you need cash the post office does withdrawals via a debit card machine. Branscombe Beach is walkable from the cottage about 7 mile round trip, lovely setting, plenty of benches and a good cafe with food, ice cream, cold drinks and beers. If you want to take a bus you need to plan well as they are few and far between. We cycled to Sidmouth down a lot of incredibly steep hills and returned via The Byes cycle path to Sidford and then walked most of the hill up the B3052. So lots of exercise to be had and we found the whole experience incredibly enjoyable and entertaining. For shopping Waitrose is good and for that forgotten bottle of wine or water the Spar in Sidford is a slightly closer option. We would definitely go again.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review and we are glad you had such a nice time and we are very impressed that you cycled to sidmouth and back! We love the patio and sitting on it and just chilling. Many thanks Jacqui
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Ein sehr gepflegtes Haus und Garten. Modern eingerichtet und sauber.

Wir hatten eine sehr schöne Woche hier verbracht mit Ausflügen nach St.Agnes, Brighton und Sidmouth. Da das Wetter warm und Sonnig war konnten wir die schöne Terrasse mit dem Grill benutzen. Es ist alles was man benötigt im Haus vorhanden. Wir können dieses Haus sehr empfehlen und werden auf jeden Fall wieder kommen.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thankyou Stephan . We are very glad you liked our house and were able to make the most of the lovely weather . We certainly do hope you come again one day . Jacqui
Archival

8/10 Good

Ein sehr gemütliches Cottage, auch sehr empfehlenswert mit Hund !!

Wir haben hier 4 Tage und Nächte verbracht, es war leider nicht so schönes Wetter aber da dieses Cottage so gemütlich war, hat es nicht so viel ausgemacht !! Gerne hätten wir auch die Terasse mehr nutzen können, auch dort kann man es sich richtig gemütlich machen !! Die Kommunikation mit den Vermietern verlief einwandfrei und komplikationslos mit tollen Tipps für Wanderungen u.a. !! Auch Hunde sind herzlich Willkommen hier :-) sehr empfehlenswert, wenn man es gerne etwas abgeschieden mag !!
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
thnak you
Archival

10/10 Excellent

It was a lovely property, furnished to a high standard with everything you would need - and more.

Jacqui and Garry provided us with lots of helpful information on all aspects of our stay; activities, walks, places to eat, etc., they also left a welcome pack which included a bottle of wine. The bungalow is located next to the Donkey Sanctuary and we found it to be a good central spot to get to the places in we wanted to visit. We also appreciated the text Jacqui sent to check we had everything we needed. We had a wonderful, relaxing holiday and would highly recommend this great accommodation.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you jackie , it was a pleasure having you to stay and we hope to see you again .
Archival

8/10 Good

Wunderbares Haus in schöner Landschaft

Das Haus ist hochwertig eingerichtet - mit allem was man braucht, inkl. Spiele für Kinder & Erw., DVD´s, Bücher, Freßnäpfe für Hunde ..... Wifi war absolut ok. Der Kontakt zu den Vermietern ging über email und war gut. Wir bekamen hin und wieder Hinweise z.B. bei schönem Wetter, wo die Liegestühle zu finden sind und konnten auch Nachfragen, wenn etwas unklar war. Wir haben uns viel auf der Terrasse aufgehalten und den herumhüpfenden Hasen zugeschaut. Ganz in der Nähe geht ein herrlicher Weg - bei den Eseln vorbei (Donkey Sanctuary) - hinunter zum Steinstrand (auch für Hunde). Der Weg ist schon eine Freude. Für Naturliebhaber wunderbar. Einkaufsmöglichkeiten gibt es in Sidmouth (liebevolles Örtchen mit ebenso schönen Bademöglichkeiten) - direkt an der Landstraße (Waitrose).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihre schöne Bewertung und froh, dass Sie eine schöne Zeit hatten. Thank you and hope my attempt at replying in german is ok ? Jacqui and garry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Great location and beautiful inside, the perfect place to relax and unwind

Kokopelli is located right next to the donkey sanctuary and a small walk (2k and quite steep) down to a lovely secluded beach. We ran down and back up each morning before starting the day. The donkey sanctuary is a great place for children of all ages who like animals (my girls are 13 and 15) and there is a wonderful maze which we spent quite a lot of time getting lost in. A small drive to Sidmouth for days on the beach and paddle boarding etc. The park on which Kokopelli is located is quiet and we had nice day in the surrounding grass area playing games. Inside it is well laid out, nicely decorated and perfect for a family or couple with good quality utensils for self catering and plenty of board games to play in the evening. We had a lovely time and will certainly come back.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Tim - it was a pleasure having yoy stay and pleased you had such a great time and we hope to see you return .
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Well presented toddler and dog friendly property in a convenient location

Firstly the communication with the owners was great. The property itself is part of a small 'holiday village' next to the donkey sanctuary. However, don't let this put you off! We may as well have been on our own their. It was modern and brilliantly presented and the surroundings are toddler and dog friendly (of which we have both). There is plenty to do in the surrounding area and it made a great central location for a lovely family break. We would definitely return.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thank you Shane . We are glad that all of you (including your very cute dog) had a lovely time . We hope to see you again sometime in the future
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Extremely comfortable and well equipped cottage in quiet and peaceful surroundings

We enjoyed a relaxing week in this superb holiday cottage. It is ideally situated with many places of interest within easy reach. There are many local walks and lots of good places to eat and drink. The cottage is a home from home, is bright and clean, and equipped with everything you could wish for. The owners Gary and Jacqui were very helpful and were easily contactable if required. The only problem was the intermittent mobile signal and the lack of wifi connection. However, we understand from the owners that this is shortly to be addressed. We would thoroughly recommend the cottage to everyone and hope to return again sometime in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks for the lovely review. We have struggled for a while to get better Wi-Fi but we are down this weekend to fit our new mobile broadband so the problem will be resolved . Jacqui and garry
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Gemütlich

Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks for your review Veronika. We are very happy you had a great time
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely,clean, great location.

This was our second stay. It is a wonderful property with everything you need for a week or weekend away.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thanks Jo . It's lovely to see you enjoyed it as much second time round . We hope you would love to visit again . Jacqui
Archival

10/10 Excellent

Lovely short stay in beautiful surroundings

We had a fantastic time here, interior was beautiful, kitchen had everything you could possibly ask for. Owners were very helpful and made sure we had everything we needed. Lots of brilliant walks all around. Loved the donkey sanctuary only a short walk away. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 2 April 2020
Thankyou Denise . So glad you enjoyed our cottage . Love to see you again Jacqui
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