Guests say
Honeysuckle Cottage offers a peaceful rural retreat close to Exeter and Dartmoor, with guests praising its cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, and welcoming hosts. The cottage is well-decorated and clean, providing a relaxing environment ideal for recharging. While the location is tranquil and scenic, visitors should be aware of limited WiFi and mobile reception, and the need to bring essentials. The property is well-situated for exploring the countryside, and the hosts are noted for their friendliness and helpfulness. Overall, guests enjoyed their stay and found the cottage a charming base for a quiet getaway.
Most guests found the cottage very clean and well-presented, with only one mention of dog mess outside as a negative. The interior was consistently described as tidy and well-kept.
The rural setting was highly praised for its tranquillity and proximity to Exeter, Dartmoor, and the south coast. Guests appreciated the peaceful environment, though some noted the remoteness and single-lane roads.
Guests frequently mentioned the cottage's cosiness, comfortable beds, and restful atmosphere, making it ideal for relaxation and a good night's sleep.
The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, but guests noted the lack of some basic supplies (such as toilet paper and sponges) and poor WiFi/mobile reception. The woodburner and fishing lake were appreciated.
Hosts were described as very friendly and welcoming, providing helpful local tips. No mention of gifts was made, but the warm hospitality was a highlight for many guests.
About this property
Enjoy a walking holiday from this property, with the Teign Valley within easy reach.. 1 step to entrance.
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (2ft 6in) Bed (Child Only)
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Small lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture.. Both properties: Electric heaters, electricity, bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi and logs for wood burner included. Freezer (shared with other property on-site). 65-acre grounds with sitting-out area and garden furniture (shared with owner and other property on-site). Fishing on-site free of charge (shared with other property on-site). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole and there is a stream in the garden, 12 yards away. There is also a lake in the grounds, 100 yards away.. These two stone barn conversions are set on the owners’ small 65-acre farm at the head of the Teign Valley in the heart of rural Devon, yet just 5 miles away from the historic cathedral city of Exeter.
Ideally situated for couples or small families looking for a complete ‘get away from it all’ location. These properties are ideal for holidays and short breaks all year round, perfect for summer holidays in delightful Devon, and with the wood burners making them cosy for winter breaks. The properties each have a small garden and shared use of a beautiful fishing lake with ducks paddling, and wooden furniture, making an ideal spot for a picnic on a sunny afternoon, and the owners keep some sheep and cattle on the land. The Teign Valley is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and some lovely walks can be taken here, as well as in Dartmoor National Park, which is only a short drive away. In the spring the woodlands are well-known for the fantastic display of daffodils and bluebells. Nearby you can also try horse riding, golf and fishing. Beach 15 miles. Shop 3½ miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.
The balcony has horizontal bars and the gaps in the railings are large, extra care must be taken.
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Reviews (16)
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Confirmed Guest
The cottage was really nice and the surroundings as well.We didn’t mind that there was no phone reception and spotty wifi but it’s something to take into account if that’s important.Also bring everything. We didn’t expect their wouldn’t be a sponge.
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David Ridgway
Nice relaxing mini break.
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Michaela Jordan
A lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful setting. The cottage had everything needed including a lovely comfortable bed, I finally got a good night's sleep for a few nights, then I have had in years. Would highly recommend staying at Honeysuckle cottage if your looking to get away from everything and everyone to have a fresh break. Alot of friendly people including the owners.