International real estate advisor Savills has launched the sale of Mazzard Farm Holiday Cottages in East Hill, Ottery St. Mary, East Devon, on behalf of private sellers Ruud Venneboer and Jacqueline Parker, for a guide price of £1.995 million. The freehold estate comprises a four-bedroom farmhouse and income producing holiday lets with excellent sustainability credentials.
The farmhouse is a 17th Century Devon longhouse with an open plan, hand built, designer kitchen and dining area, lounge, conservatory, and office. There are four bedrooms, two of which are en suite. Externally, the property benefits from a large private garden to the rear of the house and a large patio.
The accommodation is provided across five high quality self-catering holiday cottages positioned around a central courtyard which were previously farm buildings, converted in 2008. There is also a one-bedroom annex attached to the farmhouse. Each of the cottages has an open plan kitchen, dining area and living area.
The existing established business model sees consistent levels of profitability based around robust and sustained demand. It has a high level of repeat customers, and c.90% of bookings are made directly. It has won numerous awards, including the South West England Tourism Award for Most Ethical, Responsible and Sustainable Business in 2023.
There is also development potential on site for further accommodation units such as yurts, shepherds hurts or safari tents, subject to obtaining planning permission. Available by separate negotiation is a livery yard featuring individual paddocks, woodland and well-appointed stabling extending to circa 10 acres.
Miranda Ashcroft, Savills Hotel Capital Markets, says, “This is a rare opportunity to acquire a highly desirable farmhouse and business opportunity with development potential. In 2024, £12 billion was spent on overnight domestic holiday tourism, and in Q1 2025, domestic holiday trips increased by 11% compared to Q1 2024, according to VisitBritain, highlighting the growing demand for UK staycations. As a result, we anticipate strong interest in Mazzard Farm.”
Ruud Venneboer, current owner of Mazzard Farm, adds, “We purchased Mazzard Farm in 2007 and lovingly transformed the outbuildings before opening for business in July 2008. It has been a pleasure to own and nurture the growth of the business, which has gone from strength to strength over the years. Along the way, we’ve been honoured with multiple awards, the highlight being named the most sustainable tourism business in the entire South West of England in 2023. As we prepare to pass on the baton, we look forward to embracing new adventures and travel and are excited to see Mazzard Farm continue to thrive under new ownership.”