Guests say
The Old Chapel in Exeter, Devon, is a charming cottage praised for its excellent location, ideal for country walks and proximity to local attractions. Guests appreciate the sociable open-plan living area, good Wi-Fi, and the quaint village atmosphere. While some maintenance issues are noted, the property's comfort and character shine through, making it a recommended stay for those visiting Dartmoor.
Reviews indicate some concerns with cleanliness, including dog hairs and a musty smell. However, there are also mentions of a good clean before arrival, suggesting variability in standards.
The property's location is highly praised for its proximity to walking paths, local pubs, and attractions like Castle Drogo, contributing to a peaceful and enjoyable stay.
Comfort is generally well-regarded with mentions of a warm, comfortable setting and stable doors that children loved. Some guests noted issues with stuffiness and heat, affecting the score.
Facilities are adequate with good Wi-Fi and kitchen equipment, but several reviews cite maintenance issues such as broken lights and insufficient hot water, suggesting room for improvement.
There is a lack of consistent mention of gifts or thoughtful touches provided by the host, and as such, it is not possible to accurately score this category.
About this property
Surrounded by stunning scenery, in the picture perfect village of Drewsteignton, Old Chapel makes a wonderful base for families and friends to come together and explore the beauty of Dartmoor National Park. This desirable area of Devon is ideal for those seeking peaceful relaxation amid pristine countryside. With a reverse level layout, enter on the first floor to a lofty open plan living space, with wooden floors, raftered ceilings and a roaring woodburning stove. Take a seat on the comfy sofas and settle down with a good book or a classic film on the smart TV. In the kitchen you will find an impressive red Range style cooker and everything you'll need whilst on holiday to cater for your group. The large dining table provides the perfect place to enjoy a home-cooked meal together and some quality family time. When the evening draws to a close, choose from three pretty ground floor bedrooms, one with a kingsize bed, and two twin rooms. All are serviced by a ground-floor bathroom with a freestanding bath and separate shower. Enjoy summertime alfresco meals in the courtyard garden before heading out to explore the local area. After an afternoon exploring Castle Drogo and its extensive gardens, rambling in the National Park or walking nearby Teign Gorge, why not take an evening meal by the river or in the nearby town of Chagford, where you'll find quaint shops and boutiques. Further afield, the cathedral city of Exeter offers plenty of retail therapy and family-friendly attractions, whilst the golden sandy beaches of the south coast can be reached with a short drive. Old Chapel is a wonderful choice for a country getaway to glorious Devon.
Drewsteignton sits high above the River Teign as it meanders through a spectacular steep wooded Teign Gorge. It is a chocolate box village with a cluster of ancient cob and thatched cottages surrounding a square, complete with ancient church.
Accommodation
Reverse level layout: Three ground floor bedrooms; 1 x double, 2 x twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, loo and basin.
First floor open plan living room with sitting area with woodburning stove, dining area and kitchen.
Oil CH with woodburning stove.
Microwave, fridge, freezer, slimline dishwasher, smart TV, WiFi, Fuel, power incl in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off road parking for one car.
Enclosed lawn garden with table and chairs.
One well behaved pet accepted, sorry no smoking.
Pub within 1 mile Shopping and further pubs in nearby Chagford (3.6 miles).
Beach 23 miles.
Note: This property has a 4pm check in time and an 11am check out time.
Note: Wood is not provided for the woodburning stove but can be purchased locally
Reviews (10)
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Dirk
Proposals for more helpful aspects and items: another/better/new induction-compatible frying-pan, a better instruction or description for the management and steering of the central heating would be really appreciating. Nice place to be recommended. :-)
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Emily
Loved the sociable open plan living area. Good sized functional bedrooms and a nice bathroom. Really warm and comfortable. Attention to a few simple maintenance things would bring the property up to five stars. 1. Fix the exterior light (dark and dangerous up exterior steps without it) 2. Replace broken cutlery knives (they pull apart) 3. A decent frying pan that works on halogen hob (the only one that works on the hob is dreadful) 4. A good depth non stick wok type pan with a lid would be great for making bolognaise/risotto type food otherwise you have to use a saucepan which ends up sticking. 5. Some tumbler glasses. 6. More cupboard space available for guests food would be great. Most guests unlikely to need cake making utensils. A few tweaks and this is a really great property. Thank you!
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David
Unfortunately, the windows in two of the bedrooms did not have an opening facility, which made the nights rather hot and stuffy. We did notice a few minor problems with the property, which the owner might like to address: a) The outside light at the top of the exterior stairs did not work (we could see that the bulb filament was broken) b) The provided LED torch didnât work (assume that the batteries were dead) c) The lid on the kitchen pedal bin did not function d) The swan-neck kitchen tap is quite loose on the sink The Sykes advert did state that there were two pubs in the village. This wasnât the case - one certainly looked like it had been closed for quite some time; the other was in fact not a âboozerâ, but appeared to be a high class restaurant â disappointing for our all male group, but hey ho! The village itself was quite quiet, resulting in very peaceful and laid back holiday. We would certainly consider staying at the Old Chapel again, if we were holidaying in the area in the future. Thank you for the complimentary milk etc.