Oak Safari Tent at Valleyside Escapes, Devon

Dreaming of the countryside in an amazing valley setting? Then you have found the perfect place.Award-winning, Valleyside Escapes is a hidden gem, located in the village of Bickleigh-on-Exe, close to nature but ideally positioned to explore north and south Devon. Great for families with a pub on the river, train attraction and Mill on our doorstep. We also offer mid-week and week breaks or for groups of up to 18 you can book all three of our tents - contact us directly for details. Situated in our top paddock overlooking the beautiful Exe Valley we have three award-winning, fully-equipped luxury safari tents – Oak, Maple and Birch. Each tent has hot running water, electricity and Wi-Fi connectivity. They sleep up to six with two bedrooms – one king, one twin plus a king-sized cabin bed which accommodates two children or adults! Each tent has a bathroom at the rear containing a shower, toilet and sink. There is also a fully equipped kitchen with fridge freezer, gas hob and wood burning stove so you can get cosy as night time falls. Next to this is a lounge area to play games, read a book or just chill out. Outside there is a BBQ area for creating some culinary delights and for the traditional custom of marshmallow toasting. We can also provide paella meal kits, perfect for an alternative to a BBQ or for groups hiring all three tents. The best spot is probably a drink on the veranda overlooking the picturesque Exe Valley – you can even see a vineyard! For children there is a small play area with bespoke mud kitchen and box of garden games to really make the most of being outdoors. Adults also have the chance to get competitive on the boule court. We welcome dogs, either one large or two small per tent, and we also provide dog bowls and treats. If you need us at anytime during your stay you can either come and knock on our door, drop us a text or ring and we'll be happy to assist as required. We are lucky enough to have the Fisherman’s Cot pub on the river and Bickleigh Mill, both within a few minutes walk and other restaurants and pubs a short drive away. There are many local attractions – next door is the Devon Railway Centre, and a short drive takes you to two national Trust properties, the Bear Trail, Diggerland, Crealy Adventure Park and a number of local breweries. Within an hour you can also reach both national parks and award-winning sandy beaches on both North and South Devon coasts. If you want a change from a day trip in the car, there are a few walking routes nearby and the Exe Valley Way runs through our site. Alternatively, you can also take a 25 minute bus ride and visit the historic city of Exeter, or in the other direction, 10 minutes away you have the market town of Tiverton with the Grand Western Canal offering boat rides and countryside walks.