Nestled in a shaded woodland, Rainbow Retreat offers a relaxing, eco friendly stay just ten minutes from Exeter. There are a limited amount of non electric grass pitches for tents, along with a spacious safari tent for glampers. Guests can enjoy access to great shared facilities including a kitchen, fire pit, BBQ and showers with complimentary eco products. The coast and sandy beaches are also within a 30 minute drive!

Small, eco friendly camping and glamping in a peaceful, shaded 7.5 acre woodland

Modern, off-grid facilities with complimentary toiletries, a kitchen, fire pit and BBQ!

Just a ten minute drive to Exeter, within a 30 minute drive of sandy beaches and the coast

About Rainbow Retreat

An ideal base for days exploring Exeter and evenings around the campfire. This small, 7.5 acre woodland site provides a shady spot for guests to unwind, spot wildlife and socialise with other campers. It is also only a 30 minute drive from the coast for those warm summer days. For tent campers, there are a total of five non electric grass pitches dotted around the woodland. Each measures around 6m x 6m, allowing up to six guests. The facilities are also lit up at night to help guide you through the woodland and add to the magical feel. If glamping is more your style, enjoy a stay in the spacious safari tent. Inside you will find a living area with a dining table and chairs, plus cooking equipment. There is also a double bedroom plus a bunk bedroom, both with linen included. Outside is a veranda with a table and chairs for al fresco dining too. All guests will have access to a range of communal facilities. For all of your cooking needs, there is a sheltered kitchen area, along with a fire pit and BBQ! The site is a member of the Greener Camping Club, meaning at least one member of your party must have a membership. A tree is planted for each booking made, part of the site's eco credentials. The facilities are off-grid and eco toiletries are even included to ensure no harm to the local wildlife. Please note, this site is dog free.

Rainbow Retreat is open from 01/04 to 29/09.


Facilities and amenities

Site facilities include eco loos and showers with eco friendly shampoo, conditioner and body wash included. There is a communal kitchen with a washing up area and space for eating, cooking and relaxing. Guests can also enjoy access to a fire pit and BBQ with wood available to purchase.

Exeter is within a ten minute drive, full of shops and eateries. Tesco Express is a five minute drive away for picking up essentials. The Travellers Rest is the closest pub to the site, a 35 minute walk away.

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Adult only

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Allow commercial vans

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Allow pets

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Bike hire

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Café / restaurant

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Communal BBQ

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Disabled facilities

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Drinking water

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Electric hookups

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Entertainment

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Family friendly

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Fires allowed

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Fishing

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Games room

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Glamping

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Golf

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Horse riding

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Hot tub

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Internet access

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Kids club

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Kids playground

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Laundry

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Near beach

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Near pub

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Open year round

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Peaceful

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RV pitches

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Shop

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Showers

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Swimming pool

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Toilets

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TV room

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Vineyard

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Water hookups

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Watersports

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W.C. disposal


A note from the site themselves...

Welcome to our campsite, we are Sammy and Luke. We truly believe we've created the ultimate spot for folks to kick back, recharge their batteries, and just soak up the good vibes.

We've been calling this land home since 2017, and let me tell you, getting planning permission for our dream home was no walk in the park (it took forever and a day!). But once we had the green light, we knew we wanted to share this beautiful space with others.

That's when the idea for Rainbow Retreat was born. We wanted to create a space where people could truly connect with nature, surrounded by the tranquil beauty of our woodlands. As a family-run site, we're constantly dreaming up new ways to enhance the natural environment around us.

From adding more natural features to incorporating eco-friendly practices, we're always striving to make Rainbow Retreat the best it can be. So come on in, kick off your shoes, and let's make some memories together!


Map and address

Park address

Rainbow Retreat,

Unit 1 Rebecca Springs, Nadderwater, Exeter, Devon, EX42 2JH

Coordinates

50.7293, -3.5799 | SX 88 93

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Rainbow Retreat is ideal for...

Couples

Members only

Older children (13+)

Peace and quiet

Young children


There are 10 accommodation options on-site

Bookable pitches and accommodation options

5 x Non Electric Grass Tent Pitches

Max 6 people

Grass 6m x 6m pitches in the woodland. Suitable for tents only. Firepit on each pitch.

4 x Non Electric Woodland Pitches

Max 6 people

Unmarked pitches for tents only. No vehicles by the pitch. Some sloped areas.


Rainbow Retreat reviews

4.9 /5

4 reviews

100%

would recommend

Overall
4.9
Location
5
Value for money
5
Service
5
Facilities
4.75
Cleanliness
4.75

Warm welcome on a very wet weekend

Cathy M

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Small Tent - Non Electric Grass Tent PitchesSep 2024

Luke rang to warn us that the very, very wet weather meant that we would have to walk down a very muddy path to our site. We didn't mind this and Luke was very helpful, taking lots of our kit down for us on a wheelbarrow. A new, stone path is going to be laid down later this month and that will improve the site enormously. The camp kitchen is well set up and located, but would benefit from hot water for washing up. The shower was nice and warm. The shower block is work in progress and will be much better when there is also a sink for cleaning teeth etc. The location was very pretty and peaceful, filled with the sound of birdsong, but little else. Our pitch was actually not grass, but wood chippings and this was a life saver, given the weather we had! It was very even and flat and the pegs went in easily - so the tent went up super quickly, which was great. All in all, a lovely location for a campsite which will be 5 stars all round when the last few bits have been finished off.

So peaceful fell asleep listening to the birds was bliss

Zia J

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May 2024

I came to Exeter for a little break and loved how close this site is to the centre for shopping and site seeing, but loved coming back to this beautiful woodland campsite to spend the night. The sound of the birds really did echo amongst the trees and it was such a delight to have a shower in the woodland shower, lovely products and warm water. The site was clean and I'm looking forward to returning when I can. I will certainly recommend this campsite to my friends as it was such a wonderful place to stay and the owners were very helpful and knowledgeable about the area too.

Loved this site

Neil H

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May 2024

Lovely location in the woods, very charming. The hosts were very helpful and happy to share their knowledge of the local area. The facilities were extremely clean and the site was well kept. I enjoyed my stay and will definitely come back again.

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FAQ

Check-in is available from 11am until 5pm for camping and between 1pm and 5pm for glamping. If you are delayed please let the site know. Check out is due before 11am on your last day.

No, sorry dogs are not permitted at this site.

Yes, fires in the fire pits provided by the site and raised BBQs are welcome. Please note that open fires are not permitted on the woodland pitches.

Yes, you may bring one of each with you, please select this option when you are booking. If you are bringing a pup tent please ensure it fits within your pitch and is only used for storage.

Up to three pitches or units can be booked together, any larger groups (4+) are not accepted. The site caters for families and couples only, hen and stag parties are also not accepted.

No, sorry parking is not permitted by your pitch or unit, all cars must be parked in the designated area. Do note that vehicle movement is not permitted between midnight and 5am.

The woodland pitches are non electric.

Yes, bed linen is included in your stay.

No, sorry there is no WiFi onsite.

The nearest train station is Exeter St Davids which is a ten minute drive away.


The centre of Exeter is just a ten minute drive away, home to charming cobbled streets, delicious eateries and independent shops. Exeter Cathedral and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery are also a must see.

When the sun is shining, Exmouth Beach is just a 30 minute drive away with a glorious sandy shore. Spend days swimming or sunbathing and finish off your trip with a delicious fish and chips.

For a scenic walk, Canonteign Falls is a 25 minute drive from the site. Book a historic tour or guided walk and be sure to capture some brilliant photos!

Other nearby attractions include:

  • Crealy Theme Park and Resort (20 minutes)
  • Powderham Castle (25 minutes)
  • Babbacombe Model Village (35 minutes)
  • World of Country Life (35 minutes)
  • Kents Cavern Prehistoric Caves (40 minutes)
The listing for Rainbow Retreat was last updated on October 31st, 2024 at 4:14 PM

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