Guests say
Chapel Cottage is a charming, characterful retreat in a tranquil village setting, perfect for walkers and those seeking a peaceful getaway. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, comfortable beds, well-equipped kitchen, and proximity to local pubs and Dartmoor walks. The cottage is clean and welcoming, with thoughtful touches and a lovely garden. Minor issues such as small towels, occasional maintenance needs, and garden security for dogs are mentioned, but overall, visitors are delighted with their stay and keen to return.
The cottage is generally described as very clean and tidy, with fresh linen and well-presented spaces. A few guests noted minor cleaning oversights, such as crumbs in the fridge or a dirty washing machine seal, but these did not detract significantly from their overall impression.
The location is highly praised for its peacefulness, proximity to Dartmoor, local walks, and a great pub. Guests appreciate the charming village atmosphere and easy access to both nature and amenities.
Guests frequently highlight the comfort of the beds and sofas, the cosy atmosphere, and the warmth of the fire. A few minor points were raised about squeaky bed bases and small towels, but overall comfort is a standout feature.
The cottage is very well equipped, with a well-stocked kitchen, toys and books for children, and all essentials provided. Some minor maintenance issues (e.g., door bolts, curtain poles, TV size) and the lack of a shaver socket were mentioned, but these were outweighed by the overall quality and completeness of the facilities.
Guests appreciated thoughtful touches such as milk, biscuits, and occasionally wine on arrival, as well as cosy throws and a well-equipped pantry. Please note that these welcome gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
A beautiful spacious cottage with a garden set adjacent to a chapel in a gorgeous and historic Dartmoor National Park village. Perfect for up to five people..
Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area.
Kitchen area: Fridge, Dishwasher
Kitchen 2: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Freezer
Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer
Separate Toilet.
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed
Bedroom 2: Double (4ft 6in) Bed, Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Double Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet.
Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Welcome pack. Front garden with garden furniture. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children under 4 years old.. This character cottage is situated in the heart of historic Lydford within the stunning Dartmoor National Park. A traditional Devon property, Chapel Cottage sleeps up to five people in two bedrooms upstairs: a triple with double and single bed, along with a kingsize bed in the second room. A double shower room with toilet and wash basin sits alongside the bedrooms on the first floor. On the ground floor you’ll find an open plan living space, smart TV, cosy wood burner and a kitchenette (with fridge and dishwasher). Walk through to the adjacent, main kitchen as well as a lovely walk-in pantry and there’s also access to the courtyard and garden from here. Outside you can enjoy the garden with seating areas.
The cottage is located just ¼ mile from Lydford Gorge, the deepest river gorge in the south west and has waterfalls, ancient woodland, wildlife, and beautiful year-round walks. Within walking distance, you have access to St. Petrock’s Church, Lydford Castle, two local 16t- century pubs, Lydford Farm Shop and the Granite Way, an 11-mile multi-use trail running between Lydford and Okehampton. With easy access to the moors, you are free to search the tors, Neolithic tombs, Bronze Age stone circles and abandoned medieval farmhouses in this amazing landscape! The surrounding area is filled with rolling hills and magnificent scenery.
The property is perfectly located to discover Exeter city, just 40 minutes or so to the east, with its magnificent cathedral and countless other attractions. Just 7 miles south is Tavistock, a market town, with shops, restaurants, swimming pool, and cinema. Just 14 minutes northeast by car (9 miles) is Okehampton which offers shops, restaurants, train station, and many walking trails. With so much to discover in this amazing part of Devon, this property is the perfect choice for a memorable holiday at any time of year.
Free WiFi
No children under 4 years old.
Electric vehicle charging is not permitted at the property.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Reviews (22)
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Confirmed Guest
Very well presented and equipped cottage. Very quiet. Good local pubs and farm shop. Very close to Lydford Gorge but had to drive a bit to get to other points of interest.
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Jeremy Bland
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Chapel Cottage, it was exactly as we expected. We loved the charm and style of cottage and period furnishings. The lovely little garden area was ideal. We were able to walk our dog directly from the property and also stroll to the lovely Castle Inn. The property was spotlessly clean, the bed was very comfortable and bedding was good quality. The only tiny suggestion is that a grill pan and maybe a flat baking tray would be useful but apart from that from that every other piece of kitchen equipment you might need is provided. All in all an extremely well equipped property and we can highly recommend a stay here!
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Elizabeth Sparshott
The Chapel cottage is lovely, you feel right in the middle of Dartmoor. Very quiet apart from the birds but it was lovely to see them in the garden. It was a real home from home for us. Our dog loved the garden and the field at the back of the garden. Though not sure if he was supposed to go in there, but he's a spaniel!!. Looking forward to visiting again.