Title: Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home - Latest Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.ca [See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104210400/104210324/4e0fd8d0.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104210400/104210324/40f3ddcb.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104210400/104210324/3f7f4f2c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104210400/104210324/5aa5bacf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/105000000/104220000/104210400/104210324/7a13946e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home provides amenities like a garden and laundry facilities. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi. 10 Exceptional ### Entire chalet 5 bedrooms4 bathroomsSleeps 123014 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Pet-friendly - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home Escape to the Devon countryside and create unforgettable memories at Heron House, where luxury meets Grand Designs-approved sustainability. Relaxation is guaranteed for large families or groups – and their furry friends.This contemporary eco-home on Heron Farm near Honiton encapsulates modern bucolic bliss. After a bracing day out with the dogs, warm up in the wood-fired hot tub with a chilled glass of fizz from your own vineyard. And breathe!“Make your holiday extra special with bespoke farm shop hampers, private farm & vineyard tours and wine tastings or even a private chef for the evening! Simply select your experience below and we will do the rest”.https://heron-farm.co.uk/heron-house/The SpaceInsideDesigned with a sweeping roof curved like a plough, the architecturally acclaimed Heron House is visually striking but blends seamlessly into the gardens, vineyard and undulating fields that surround it. This awareness of nature and its rhythms continues inside.Flooded with natural light from huge floor-to-ceiling windows, almost every room in this luxury self-catering stay offers captivating views of the local countryside. Literally step into those views via the first-floor wrap-around balcony and truly immerse yourself in the beauty of the surroundings.Slick interiors are softened by natural wood, velvety textures and plenty of nooks and crannies to rest. A spacious open plan living area provides squishy sofas for weary bodies, from adults choosing to chill with a book to children sprawled out with a board game or sleepy pups getting toasty by the woodburner.For those who feel most at home in the kitchen, stock up on wine, gin, apple juice, jams and chutneys from the farm shop next door. Settle in around the huge dining table or throw open the doors and take the party outside and enjoy dining in the fresh air. Fire up the grill on balmy summer evenings for a smoky slant on al fresco eating.Five luxury bedrooms spread out over the ground and first floors offer the sweetest slumber imaginable. Four are kingsize – one with a walk-in wet room – while the fifth has two bunk beds, ideal for four kids. Two further bathrooms complete the picture of comfort.OutsideA sunrise yoga session out on the terrace, a glass of something cold in the wood-fired hot tub or a cup of steaming hot chocolate snuggled up by the firepit – there isn’t a single spot in Heron House’s grounds that isn’t surrounded by bliss. Whether it’s finding a patch of sunlight to indulge in a solo morning coffee or a sunny spot to enjoy an aperitif while gazing out over beautiful countryside, Heron House’s garden oasis has myriad patio and decking areas for all-day and all-evening enjoyment, with ample seating for full-on feasts or low-key gatherings. Or explore the wider grounds. Wander through the vineyard, take the children to let off some steam in the onsite play area and fairy trail, and indulge in a slice of cake at the Vineyard Kitchen. Further afield, dog walks, hikes and a sparkling coastline beckon.When the light fades, sink into the welcoming hot tub with flutes of chilled, freshly poured Heron Farm English Sparkling Wine and watch the stars come out.STAYING RULESThe owners of this luxury self-catering property look forward to welcoming you to their beautiful home, and politely request that you look after it.Please:●do not use the wood fired hot tub after 10pm●always place the cover on the hot tub after use●do not play loud music inside or outside at any time●clean the barbecue after use●remove shoes when entering the home●turn off all lights when exiting the home●don’t flick cigarette butts around the garden or on the terraces.GUEST ACCESSFresh Escapes will provide access details to the property exactly 48 hours before your check-in time.You have full access and exclusive use of the house and private garden. You’re welcome to use the play park between 9am to 6pm. You’re welcome to dine in the adjacent Vineyard Kitchen, although we do recommend that large groups book ahead. See heron-farm.co.uk for more details on opening hours, how to book and upcoming events. OTHER THINGS TO NOTEThere is private, secure offroad parking for four cars. The private parking area has a 7Kw EV charger. There is also plenty of off-road parking available in the main Heron Farm car park, just a very short walk away as well as two ultra-rapid EV chargers.GETTING AROUNDGetting around from Heron Farm is a breeze. Hop on the 44 or 44a bus at the nearby stop in Weston, for days out in Axminster, Honiton and Exeter. For those preferring the scenic option, Honiton railway station is just a five-minute drive away, providing direct access by train to Exeter in just 15 minutes. And for those essential pit stops, a petrol station is conveniently located five minutes’ drive away at Marks & Spencers, with Tesco also within easy reach. THE NEIGHBOURHOODWelcome to the vibrant tapestry of Devon’s countryside, where Heron Farm stands as a beacon of culinary delight and pastoral charm. Indulge in the award-winning delights of the Vineyard Kitchen, nestled within the 17 acre working farm. From breakfast to brunch, the Vineyard Kitchen offers a feast of garden-to-table delights, complemented by Heron Farm’s renowned wines and artisanal cocktails. Wander through the walled garden, where sheep graze and orchards flourish, or venture into the heart of Weston village, just a stone’s throw away. Nearby, find the quaint charm of Combe Farm shop and the inviting ambiance of The Otter Inn. Fancy a day at the seaside? Reach the beaches of Seaton, Branscombe, Sidmouth and Beer in just 20 minutes by car. For those seeking retail therapy, the bustling streets of market town Honiton and its swathe of renowned antiques shops, and the historic allure of regency Sidmouth beckon. Need some Vitamin Sea? The South West Coast Path’s enchanting trails promise scenic exploration. And should the allure of urban entertainment call, Exeter awaits with its majestic cathedral and vibrant city life. Whether seeking relaxation or adventure, Heron Farm and its surroundings offer an unparalleled blend of tranquility and excitement, ready to be discovered and savoured.INTERACTIONFresh Escapes is a professional holiday letting and management company, with years of experience marketing, managing and owning holiday homes in and around Devon. We’re proud of our family roots and aim to provide this same home-from-home feel to our guests. We know that many of you come on holiday to escape the world, so we won’t disturb you too much during your stay. We’ll check in with you after you’ve arrived, and we’ll be on hand if you need anything during your visit, but the house is yours to enjoy. We hope you’ll love it as much as we do. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Electric car charging station on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 5 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 4 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Fireplace ### Entertainment - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Balcony - Barbecue grill - Garden ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - 5 pets total - Fee: GBP 35 - Service animals exempt from fees ### Suitability/Accessibility - If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking. - Well-lit path to entrance - Wheelchair accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Things to do - Theme park nearby ### Safety features - No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector) - No smoke detector (host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property) ### General - Electric car charging station - Garden - Unit size: 3,014 square feet ## Similar properties ![Spa](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/34000000/33580000/33579100/33579057/4b2d3e6f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### GOTHIC FOLLY, Sleeps 16, Indoor Heated Pool, Hot Tub, Jurassic Coast East Devon Honiton - Pool - Hot tub - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 19 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-12&endDate=2025-10-13&selected=33579057&PinnedHotelID=33579057&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age: 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions ### Rules Checkin 16:00-00:00 ### Pets Pets allowed for an extra charge of GBP 35 Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees 5 total pets Note from host: Dangerous animals not allowed. ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### Optional extras - Pet fee: GBP 35 - Service animals are exempt from fees The above list may not be comprehensive. Fees and deposits may not include tax and are subject to change. ### You need to know Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited Host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip Host has indicated there is no smoke detector on the property This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 481654 ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.79649%2C-3.21832&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=mqBF-UQIWBz6YxF6VWRC65BQPD4=) Honiton, England #### What's nearby - East Devon - 2 min drive - 1.7 km - Escot Park - 8 min drive - 9.0 km - Skydive Uk Ltd - 13 min drive - 11.6 km - The Donkey Sanctuary - 17 min drive - 16.0 km - Sidmouth Beach - 18 min drive - 17.3 km #### Getting around - Honiton Station - 10 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 22 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪Coffee #1 - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Star Inn (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive - ‪Starbucks - ‬5 min drive - ‪Vine Inn - ‬3 min drive - ‪The Holt - ‬3 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows pets (limit 5 total). There's a fee of GBP 35. Service animals are exempt from fees. ### What time is check-in at Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home? > Check-out is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home located? > Situated in Honiton, this vacation home is 1.3 mi (2 km) from East Devon and within 6 mi (10 km) of Blackdown Hills and Cadhay. Escot Park and Farway Country Park are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Heron House - Luxury Grand Designs Eco-Home Reviews 10 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 3 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Michael W. Apr 18, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Devon stay Whole family very impressed with a very spacious Heron House. A good central location for visiting Devon. ##### Michael W. Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Belinda R. Jan 3, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Everything perfect Can’t say enough about this house. Was a nice size and great location for a wedding at Dear Park. Walk to pub and east drive to Honiton. Everything perfect. Very modern and clean. ##### Belinda R. Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Malcolm Aug 31, 2025 #### Wonderful grand designs property We stayed with our family, including four grand children aged 3mnths to 7 years. Perfect accomodation. Lots of space and plenty to do. ##### Malcolm ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [Hotels in Las Vegas](https://www.expedia.ca/Las-Vegas-Hotels.d178276.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Calgary](https://www.expedia.ca/Calgary-Hotels.d178245.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [Sandals Grande Antigua - ALL INCLUSIVE Couples Only](https://www.expedia.ca/St-Johns-Hotels-Sandals-Grande-Antigua-ALL-INCLUSIVE-Couples-Only.h865600.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Lake Louise](https://www.expedia.ca/Lake-Louise-Hotels.d10115.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Beach Hotel in Florida](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Florida-Beach-Hotel.0-0-d211-tBeachHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) ### Flights > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Ahmedabad (AMD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/amd/toronto-to-ahmedabad) > > [Flights from Calgary (YYC) to Kamloops (YKA)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyc/yka/calgary-to-kamloops) > > [Flights from Montreal (YUL) to Kitchener (YKF)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yul/ykf/montreal-to-kitchener) > > [American Airlines](https://www.expedia.ca/American-Airlines-Flights.cAA.Travel-Guide-Airlines) > > [Flights from Regina (YQR) to Winnipeg (YWG)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yqr/ywg/regina-to-winnipeg) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to San José del Cabo (SJD)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/sjd/toronto-to-san-jose-del-cabo) ### Packages > [Maldives](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/theme-vacations/all-inclusive-vacations/109/Maldives) > > [Fisherman's Cove](https://www.expedia.ca/Fishermans-Cove-Eastern-Passage.d6253414.Vacation-Attraction) ### General > [Visit Iqaluit](https://www.expedia.ca/Iqaluit.dx3934)