Guests say
Abbey Cross Barn is a well-received cottage, praised for its cleanliness, comfortable amenities, and tranquil location. Guests enjoyed the wildlife, secure garden for pets, and the helpfulness of the caretaker. Some noted the low ceilings upstairs and the narrow access road, but these were minor points in otherwise positive feedback.
The majority of guests found the cottage to be clean and well-presented. There were a few mentions of cobwebs and flies, and one report of a lapse in cleanliness, but these were exceptions in the overall positive feedback.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness and natural beauty, with frequent wildlife sightings. The narrow access roads were mentioned, but did not significantly detract from the guests' experiences.
Guests found the cottage to be comfortable, with a secure garden for pets and a cosy atmosphere. Some guests mentioned the beds were not to their taste and the low ceilings upstairs could be challenging.
Facilities were generally found to be excellent, with a well-equipped kitchen and good internet connection. However, there were issues with TV signal and water quality during heavy rain, and some found the shower pressure to be lacking.
While guests appreciated the caretaker's attentiveness and the welcoming touches like flowers and biscuits, there were not enough mentions of gifts to accurately assess the thoughtfulness category.
About this property
On the edge of the tranquil hamlet of Dunkeswell Abbey, in a quiet country lane is Abbey Cross Barn. This former barn has been converted to an interesting, rustic-looking, wood-clad cottage. You enter through a little glass-panelled lobby to a pine-floored, L-shaped sitting room with dining area and French windows to the terrace and garden. There's also a well-equipped modern kitchen. Stairs lead to the first floor and a small landing (5'6" headroom), off which are two bedrooms under the eaves, both overlooking the garden - a double with low sloping ceilings and a twin (5'8" lintel, sloping ceiling). Outside is good-sized garden with a table, chairs and barbecue overlooking the owner's apple orchard and vegetable garden.
If you're looking to explore this lovely part of Devon, then you're in a good spot. Nearby is the market town Honiton, famed for its lace making history, with lots of shops and a good leisure centre. For fun days at the seaside the regency towns Sidmouth, Seaton and Beer are all within a short drive as is the Jurassic Coast for fossil hunting and iconic Lyme Regis. Abbey Cross Barn is a beautiful, peaceful place in which to relax at the end of a day's exploring.
Honiton is a delightful market town in East Devon, with plenty to offer visitors. It lies in the valley of the River Otter and is surrounded by rolling Devon hills, green wooded valleys and plenty of scattered farming villages.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.
Sitting room with dining area and French windows to terrace and garden.
Kitchen and external utility room.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower, basin and WC
Night storage heating.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for two cars.
Barbecue.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry no smoking.
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly.
Reviews (31)
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Elizabeth
Very peaceful. Wi fi is excellent and kitchen well stocked with equipment. It is down some fun country lanes but worth the 10 minutes or so of anticipating meeting something coming the other way. Would go again.
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Bridgette
Also in a lovely quiet hamlet for some peace and quiet. We loved our stay there and we will definitely be back.
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Paul
It was clean and had every home comfort you needed. It was lovely and private and Lola (The Dog) had a great space to stretch her legs. Carol the caretaker phoned when we arrived to make sure everything was ok. What we really liked was the way the whole place was friendly to the wild life . Well done ! We will be back