Guests say
The Linhay in Devon is highly praised for its cleanliness, modern amenities, and tranquil setting. Guests appreciate the attentive host, Briony, and the peaceful environment. The hot tub is a recurring highlight, offering relaxation amidst countryside views. While some find the remote location and access roads challenging, others embrace the seclusion. Thoughtful touches like welcome baskets add to the positive experience, though they are not guaranteed for every stay.
Guests consistently commend the property for its exceptional cleanliness, with multiple reviews highlighting the tidy and well-maintained condition upon arrival. One negative review regarding cleanliness and bed condition slightly impacts the score.
The property's remote and peaceful setting is appreciated by many guests seeking tranquillity. However, the access via narrow country roads and the distance from local amenities is noted as a drawback by some, affecting the score.
The majority of guests find The Linhay comfortable, with special mentions of the luxurious hot tub and well-appointed interiors. One report of an uncomfortable bed and a structural issue slightly lowers the score.
Reviews highlight the well-equipped kitchen, modern facilities, and the addition of a hot tub as positives. A single complaint about maintenance issues with a bed and the approach road suggests room for improvement.
While many guests mention thoughtful gestures such as welcome baskets with scones and the provision of farm eggs, there is not enough information to guarantee such gifts for every stay, and thus the score is set to null.
About this property
Tiverton 3.9 miles. Escape to the stillness and tranquility of the Devonshire countryside with a stay at The Linhay, a contemporary, detached barn conversion within the grounds of the owner's farm, in Cadeleigh near Tiverton. Accessed via long winding country lanes followed by a single track road, this luxury property is the perfect base for a couple, small family or group wanting to discover the heart of Mid Devon's picturesque countryside. A few steps up onto the porch provides a perfect place to leave any boots or coats, before heading inside the property to discover a warming ambiance, thanks to underfloor heating throughout. Head into the bright and contemporary open-plan living area, with a spacious kitchen painted in a stunning purple, complemented by sleek grey units, comprising all the appliances and modern conveniences you could possibly need to cook delicious meals, which can be enjoyed at the breakfast bar or around the dining table, as well as additional utility room housing a washing machine for your convenience. The sitting room has an inviting L-shaped sofa placed in front of a Smart TV, ideal for cosying up and enjoying a movie night together, and the large French doors open up from the living area onto a large terrace, which offers incredible views of rolling countryside, as well as a seating area with a slate table available for portable barbecue's (please bring your own) waiting to be taken advantage of, while days can be ended in style with the luxury of your own private hot tub. When it's time to catch up on some rest, retreat to one of two welcoming bedrooms, comprising a double and twin, each with their own modern en-suite shower room, so there won't be any queues for the bathroom in the mornings. When you can tear yourself away from this truly idyllic setting, explore your rural surroundings by heading into the village of Cadeleigh, just over two miles away, where you will discover a gastropub serving wonderful food, while the town of Tiverton offers a more extensive selection of shops, supermarkets, pubs and restaurants. Enjoy pretty riverside walks beside the River Exe, which runs right through the town, visit Tiverton Castle, a fortified manor house displaying English Civil war artefacts, head to Tiverton Museum Of Mid Devon Life to learn more about the local history of the area, enjoy a horse-drawn barge trip along the canal and stroll through the nature reserve that rests close by. Cyclists can embark upon an eight-mile journey along the canal towards the Somerset border, while avid walkers will be in their element discovering the magnificent rolling hills and moorland of Exmoor National Park. Spend the afternoon playing golf at Tiverton's golf club, sample locally brewed ciders at Aston Manor Brewery and discover the National Trust's Knightshayes Court, a Victorian mansion set within gardens and offering extensive woodland walks. The ancient cathedral city of Exeter can be accessed within half an hour's drive, while slightly further afield is the magnificent north Devon coast, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, home to multiple picturesque beaches and stunning coastal walking opportunities. The Linhay is a true slice of paradise in the idyllic rolling countryside of Mid Devon.
Tiverton is the largest town in Mid Devon, and rests close to the banks of the Great Western Canal. Take a horse-drawn barge trip along the canal and pay a visit to the romantic castle, and visit the popular farmer's market that takes place every third Wednesday. Cyclists can enjoy the 8-mile route along the canal towards the Somerset border, while walkers can relish exploring the rolling hills and moorland of the Exmoor National Park.
Accommodation
All-ground-floor - There are a few steps up onto the Porch.
Two bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite shower room, 1 x twin with en-suite shower room.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining and seating area.
Utility
Oil fired underfloor heating.
Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine.
Smart TV, speakers, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking.
Private terrace with outdoor furniture and hot tub.
Area to BBQ (please bring your own portable BBQ's).
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop 3.8 miles, pub 2.7 miles.
Note: This property is accessed via a single track road.
Note: Due to the rural nature of this property, broadband speeds may be variable
Reviews (30)
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Keith
The Hot tub is a big plus. A shame that not all the jets in the hot tub worked. Previous guests have also mentioned this. The rest of property is very accommodating. It does have a Dishwasher which isn't mentioned in the description which was a plus. This should be added to the description of the property. Thank you Briony for the precise directions from Tiverton to Linhay they were really helpful. But 13 minutes from Fishermans cot to Linhay down single track track twisty roads was NOT something I enjoyed, encountering several near misses. For this reason I wouldn't return. It was lovely to meet you Briony, and the welcoming scones were a lovely touch. We did have a lovely time exploring Devon and all it has to offer.
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Carli
The property was more remote than we had realised however we soon got to know our way around and the closest place to âlifeâ was a 15 minute drive. The one thing that really let this property down was the cleanliness, it really did let it down. We found the bed extremely uncomfortable too which made for a long stay and we left a night early because of this. Whilst we enjoyed our week away it could have been much more comfortable.
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Graham
Loved the hot tub which we used a lot. The rural location was peaceful. The kitchen was well equipped and the TV provided a range of viewing options. WiFi was very helpful as phone signals were not great (as you would expect in such a location).The nearest village (Cadeleigh) is about 10min drive away and Tiverton is about 25 mins drive away. We used it a a base to travel widely through South East Devon as well as North to Minehead. The owner was very helpful and responded promptly to any questions we had.