Otter Falls

Otter Falls | Self-Catering Holiday Resort | Upottery, Devon

Feel a million miles away
Tranquil holiday lodges, cosy cottages and unique treehouses and woodland retreats in Devon. Nestled in the unspoilt Otter Valley and on the edge of the rolling Blackdown Hills, Otter Falls is a little slice of “Devon Heaven” in idyllic surroundings. There’s a warm welcome for everyone at Otter Falls, all year-round, whether you’re planning a short break or a longer stay.

Choose your perfect self-catering break
Whether you’re a family, couple or group, you can make yourself at home in traditional stone holiday cottages, modern pine lodges, or brand new treehouses and woodland retreats. With options sleeping from 2 up to 15 people, it’s easy to find the right fit, from snug little hideaways to spacious cottages for larger parties. Many properties feature the extra comfort of log burners, open fires and hot tubs, so you can enjoy a relaxing down-time holiday to remember.

Dogs stay for free all year
Dogs stay for free all year at Otter Falls so you can enjoy countryside walks, cosy evenings and happy moments with your four legged friend at no extra cost. Best friends are welcome: all accommodation is pet friendly, just include the dogs when you book, and you can bring up to three dogs. Well-behaved dogs can run free on miles of well-marked trails, with countryside walks available to enjoy off-lead. You’ll also find a handy dog wash station for muddy paws, plenty of poo bins around the park, a stick library so your furry friend can choose a favourite, and a large enclosed dog agility and play area which is free for guests to use. This can be booked in advance so you have the whole area to yourself, or you can join one of the open sessions.

Fishing holidays with accommodation
If fishing is part of your perfect escape, Otter Falls delivers. Fish on private, spring-fed lakes, or on the nearby River Otter, with game and coarse fishing reserved exclusively for guests. There are three lakes spanning over seven acres, fed entirely from natural springs rising on the estate. Types of fish include carp, bream, tench, rudd, roach and perch, and even golden orfe. Man-made waterfalls increase water aeration, so you can focus on the joy of your fishing break.

Facilities for every season
At Otter Falls you don’t have to stray too far from your cottage, lodge or treehouse to find something fun to do, whatever the weather. Relax and unwind in the all year round indoor heated swimming pool, or enjoy time on the tennis court. For more outdoor variety, there are all-weather tennis courts, boules courts and a foot golf course. When you’ve worked up an appetite, enjoy breakfast on Saturday mornings or dine in the evenings when the bistro is open, with well behaved dogs welcome to join you in the Tickled Trout bar and bistro. On evenings when the bistro is closed, a pizza van visits the resort offering takeaway pizzas to enjoy in the comfort of your accommodation.

Closer than you think
The beauty and tranquillity of Otter Falls is just 35 minutes from Junction 25 on the M5. Situated in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, it’s the perfect place to enjoy summer holidays, spring breaks, autumn getaways and winter escapes. Tucked away down quiet back lanes with the River Otter meandering its way slowly to the sea, you can set your own pace of life, from late breakfasts and long lazy days to walking, fishing, and exploring throughout the seasons.

The Otter Falls Doggy Holiday Code
To keep Otter Falls dog friendly and to be fair to guests who don’t have dogs or haven’t brought them, please keep your dog on a lead when you’re not in our off-lead walking areas, make sure you have your dog under control especially when there are children around, please don’t leave your dog alone in your accommodation, don’t allow them onto beds or seats, and clean up after your pet using the bins around the park.

Dogs stay for free at all of our resorts, with no additional charges for bringing your four legged friends along on your holiday. We even donate to charity for every booking made with a dog staying, helping to support good causes while you enjoy your break. To make travelling easier, pet beds are available to hire for a small fee, so there’s no need to bring everything from home, and dogs receive a small welcome gift on arrival to help them settle in.