Two coasts, Dartmoor and Exmoor
Motorhome Hire in Devon
Motorhome hire in Devon direct from private owners. Two coasts, Dartmoor and Exmoor. Pickups near Exeter or Plymouth with full insurance and 24/7 cover included.
Why Devon is built for a motorhome trip
Devon is the only English county with two separate coasts and two national parks, and a motorhome lets you sample all four on one trip. South Devon's sandstone coves around Salcombe and Dartmouth contrast with the north's Atlantic surf at Croyde and Saunton — and Dartmoor between them is one of the few English places with a legal right to wild camp (on foot, not in a van).
Best Devon motorhome routes
An Exeter-to-Plymouth run via Dartmouth and Kingsbridge covers the south; an Ilfracombe-to-Lynton route does the north coast and Exmoor. Allow a slow day for Dartmoor crossings — the B3212 and B3357 reward stopping, not racing. Many renters fly into Exeter and base in Dawlish or Beer for the first couple of nights before pushing onto the moor.
Practical Devon hire tips
Devon lanes pinch hard between high banks — keep to vans under 7m for the south-coast deep lanes (Salcombe, Slapton, Hope Cove). Exmoor's A39 coastal section near Lynton hits 1-in-4 gradients; smaller engines work harder. Devon has the best formal-site coverage in the south-west, plus a growing list of CL5 cider farms. Hire bookings include hire & reward insurance and 24/7 breakdown.
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Common questions about motorhome hire in Devon
Where can I hire a motorhome in Devon?
Exeter, Plymouth, Barnstaple, Tiverton and Newton Abbot are the main pickup belts. Owners often offer Exeter Airport drop-offs and St David's railway station collection for renters arriving by train.
Can I take a motorhome on Dartmoor?
Yes — the main B-roads (B3212, B3357, B3387) cross the moor and are fine for most motorhomes. Stick to formal car parks rather than verges, and remember the wild-camping right applies only to backpackers on foot.
Are there good motorhome sites on the South Devon coast?
Yes — Slapton Sands, Beverley Park near Paignton and the Caravan & Motorhome Club site at Salcombe are popular bases. Book 4–8 weeks ahead for July–August.
How long does it take to drive across Devon in a motorhome?
About three hours on the A30 coast-to-coast, or all day if you take the B-roads. Most renters split Devon into two-night stops (south coast, then north coast) rather than touring continuously.
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