Guests say
The Horse Gin is a beautifully presented and spotlessly clean cottage, offering a peaceful and restful retreat in the countryside. Guests consistently praise the comfortable beds, tasteful decor, and well-equipped facilities. The grounds, including a lake and meadow, provide a tranquil setting with plenty of space to relax. Hosts are welcoming and attentive, often leaving thoughtful touches for guests. While the location is quiet and ideal for unwinding, a car is needed to access shops, beaches, and local walks. Overall, this property is highly recommended for those seeking comfort and relaxation in a picturesque setting.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as spotlessly clean, with fresh bedding and immaculate presentation throughout.
The peaceful rural location is praised for its tranquillity and beautiful surroundings, though guests note that a car is necessary for shops, beaches, and walks.
Guests consistently mention comfortable beds, quality bedding, cosy living spaces, and a restful atmosphere, making for a very comfortable stay.
The cottage is described as well-equipped with everything needed for a stay, including a woodburner, spacious grounds, and thoughtful amenities.
Many guests mention being welcomed with homemade cake, wine, and treats for dogs, though these thoughtful gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This delightful barn conversion is a great choice for couples, families or groups of friends to explore North Devon or simply relax in beautiful surroundings..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher
Utility Room: Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bathroom: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Both properties: Ground source underfloor central heating, electricity (by solar panels), bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Sitting-out area with garden furniture and barbecue. 1-acre landscaped grounds (shared with owner and other property on-site). Bike store. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is an unfenced lake in the grounds, 50 yards away.. Set in the quiet North Devon countryside, The Horse Gin and Oak Stall form two beautiful cottages within Higher Blagrove Farm Cottages, a Grade II listed Devon stone and cob barn. Converted in 2019, each cottage sympathetically combines the original character of the old barn with modern living requirements and feature wood burning stoves, double height living spaces, oak flooring, exposed stonework/beams and underfloor heating. The open-plan style cottages are ideal for couples and families and both properties accept pets. Set within the 4-acre grounds of the main thatched farmhouse, the cottages enjoy south facing views over fields towards Dartmoor and access to a stunning landscaped lake with seating and picnic areas.
Higher Blagrove Farm Cottages are situated just off the B3137 South Molton to Tiverton road. Both towns have a good range of shops, supermarkets, traditional pannier markets and amenities. The village of Witheridge is 3 minutes’ drive away with a 7-day convenience store/post office, pub, cafe and a newsagent. A pizza van serves excellent wood-fired pizzas in the village each Wednesday and a fish and chip van visits on Fridays. The local area is well served with pubs and restaurants. Chulmleigh, 10 minutes’ away, is a charming town with two pubs, a lovely restaurant, an Indian restaurant/takeaway, a convenience store, newsagent/post office, bakery and a traditional butcher. The Grove Inn, voted North Devon’s Best Pub by camra, in King’s Nympton, is a 12-minute drive away and serves delicious food. The Stag Inn at Rackenford, reputed to be Devon’s oldest pub, is 14 minutes’ away. The Michelin-starred Masons Arms in Knowstone, is 10 minutes’ away on the edge of Exmoor and offers superb cuisine. Barnstaple, 20 miles away, has a theatre, cinema and leisure activities. Places of interest include The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon, large pannier market and 14th Century St. Queen Anne’s Walk. Other attractions in the area include RHS Gardens at Rosemoor and Dartington Crystal factory at Torrington. The spectacular beaches at Saunton, Croyde, Woolacombe and Westward Ho! are all within easy driving distance and walking enthusiasts will enjoy the proximity to both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks. Shop and pub 2¾ miles, restaurant 7¾ miles.
These properties have adjoining doors and can be booked together to accommodate up to 8 guests.
Free WiFi
Only dogs allowed at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (10)
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Confirmed Guest
Amazing cottage, we were made to feel so welcome, even had a home made cake and bottle of wine waiting for us on arrival. It was a great location for us, with things to do about within about an hours drive and the local sainsbury about 10 minutes away.
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful welcoming house. So clean and warm. Sitting room with comfortable sofas and a woodburner for chilly evenings. Fresh white bedding on comfortable beds. This is a real gem.
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Confirmed Guest
A beautiful place to stay, spotless with everything thing you require. Lovely cake and bottle of wine to welcome us. Some travelling is required to get around and see places. Hosts were welcoming and on hand if you had any questions. On the whole a great place.