Large Dog Friendly Cottages in Totnes

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Shirley - Verified booking

  We enjoyed our stay at Springfield.

  The owners were very helpful. A nice big garden with 2 ponds. We saw a fox, a Heron and a bird of prey The grass was cut whilst we were there (Some if it is left uncut to grow wild plants for most of the year - to attract the birds and insects so it is only cut once a year). There is a large patio which gets a lot of sun. It was exceptionally hot when we were there. We think a parasol would have been handy, it would have been well used. We have mentioned this to the owners. One thing I would upgrade if I owned it: The patio is raised and has nothing at the edge. Perhaps a few planters around the edges and additional railings alongside the steps would make it safer and easier for some guests to go down into the garden? My elderly dad had to be helped down the steps. Inside the property the decor is a mixture of old and new. Quite eclectic but it works! We found most things that we needed.The beds and the lounge seating were very comfortable and we didn't have any major problems. Minor problems with the main tv but the owners say they are going to upgrade their package. No problems with wifi. There are some very modern touches like the hob that drops down, the grid that sucks in the swept up debris from the floor, the changing coloured lights and the jacuzzi nozzles in the master en suite shower. Some of the artwork was created by the owner who lived in the property before renting it out. There is a large utility room where you can dry your washing on a big clothes airer. Very handy. We had very high temperatures so took some fans and spare flat sheets for the beds. The property is very quiet apart from the sound of an occasional vehicle. It can be found on a country lane. Blink and you can miss it. There is a small sign at the top of the drive and there are 2 grey gates. Look out for the traffic cone as you approach the property. Beware that some of the local roads are single file with passing places but after a couple of days you get to know which routes have 2 way traffic, better wider roads so you can use the narrow roads as little as possible. If you want to get away from it all for some peace, quiet and space this property is ideal. You aren't far from Moreleigh or Totnes for various amenities. Asda found us easily to deliver some shopping the day we arrived. As stated by the owner, not suitable for under 5s. Ideal for people with older children or just adults.

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• Jane - Verified booking

  We had a pleasant stay at this unusual property, on the whole very comfortable and a mix of old and modern which worked well.

  It’s in a lovely position with views across to Dartmoor. To me first impressions and attention to detail are very important. After a journey of several hours we wanted, as most people do, a cup of tea. No fresh milk. I did find some sachets of UHT which we don’t like. We’ve stayed in places where there is very little left in the way of a welcome pack but most places have provided a pint of milk. I must say that a property we stayed in last year left us a hamper with which we could have easily made a meal, milk, eggs, bread, cheese, local produce, not to mention a beautiful vase of flowers. A few minor things. No oven gloves, I could have contacted the owner but forgot about it until I needed to use them. Second, the salt and pepper mills were almost empty. Not a problem for us as we don’t use much but a friend of ours would have emptied them in one meal.I did have to wash one or two things before using ie. the milk jug looked like it had been used for gravy and the baking tray nods binning. The biggest problem was the shower next to the twin room.There was a note stuck on it warning that the water doesn’t drain quickly and not to have the water on too fast. I just about managed to wash my hair and shower very quickly before the tray was full. There was no way anyone else could shower immediately after. I don’t know how long it took for the water to drain as we were out but certainly I think more than an hour. Sorry if I sound like a Moaning Minnie, but these things are small and easily rectified, although I don’t know about the shower. Lastly, no Visitor’s book, not that we could find and I do enjoy reading about others experiences!

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• Jane - Verified booking

  Lovely cottage and thick walls were great defence against the heat!

  Great to be within walking distance of a dog-friendly pub - and a very good one at that. Although compact the cottage was well equipped internally and impeccably clean and beds were comfortable although a duvet in the summer was definitely not needed - be good to provide sheets as an alternative! We were were a bit disappointed not to have any kind of welcome pack but perhaps as we were only staying 3 nights this is the standard - but some milk at least would have been nice. Lovely big fridge would have been excellent had we been staying longer and eating in. The house book needs a bit of updating - the information about rubbish collection was contradictory, and the leave time on the confirming email matched the house book, but there was another notice pinned in the entrance giving an earlier time! Weren't able to use the rear gardens as they are not dog-friendly, not being properly enclosed - I have seen another post about there being a right of way, but I don't see that would stop the owners putting in gates which can easily be opened for anyone using the "path"; the current arrangement of a low board one side and a chair on its side the other serves no purpose. Only real issue however is the parking - the tree in the centre of the parking space makes life extremely difficult even if, like us, you only have one family sized car! Our friends were unable to come, so we didn't have to test out the smaller-second car theory but I'm not sure it would have worked. None of the other houses have a tree so they managed well with 2 cars. It would be useful to include some information about where else in the village it is OK to park!

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• Peter - Verified booking

  The cottage was spacious and very pleasant.

  Our main objective was to meet up with family in the area and take advantage of the local countryside and eateries. We walked the dog to the Maltsers Arms a couple of times which did not disappoint! The food and service was excellent. It was mentioned in the details that parking may be a problem (tight) and so it proved to be as we had an SUV which took quite a bit of care to negotiate the tree. Pity that the gardens front and back were not fully dog secure as it would have been quite easy to achieve. One issue I need to point out is that on the third day of our holiday I noticed that someone had let himself in to the garden and was putting a 6 foot fence up in the garden, which reduced its size by 10-15 feet, between the house and the property behind. I approached the guy and asked him for an explanation. He said he had been asked by the property owner behind to erect the fence and he couldn't say any more!! Neither Sykes or the owners of the property we were staying in had communicated to us that this was planned to happen. POOR!

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• Jennifer - Verified booking

  A fabulous week at Springfield Farm, the pictures do not do the property justice - so much space inside and out!

  Our dog loved all the outside space. Very secluded, lovely to sit and enjoy the scenery and watch the birds, buzzards circling, herons at the pond and swallows. A couple of the swallows came inside through the bifold doors on one day! Great to visit a property where the little things had been thought of like coffee tables by the chairs - have been to other properties where you end up having to put your drinks on the floor. Beds and chairs very comfortable, were able to have the relaxing week that was much needed. Great visits to Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Slapton Sands. The property facing South makes it an amazing suntrap which could do with an extra canopy to fold out for shade. Stunning sunsets over the hills each night, we were very fortunate with glorious weather. Thank you to the owners, lovely chat to you about how you built the property.

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