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Reviews of Converted Stone And Timber Barn In Rural Setting On Edge Of Dartmoor


Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 36 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 43 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 43 reviews" "

9.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Amenities

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

6.0/10

Eco-friendliness

Reviews

8/10 Good

David

Travelled with family
Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Lovely property in a good location as a base to explore the area with a few supermarkets within 10-12 minutes drive for any shopping you may need. If you only have one car I suggest parking in the front as it is very tight to get a modern family sized car between the gates to park at the side of the property as suggested, if you need to take 2 cars make sure one is small otherwise there will not be space to park it without blocking the (friendly) neighbours. There is a few bits of equipment missing in the kitchen (we bought pizza trays and cutter as a gift for the property) but still a few other useful things could be good (kitchen tongs, more substantial wine glasses as we were afraid to use the provided ones in case we broke them!) Huge garden, unfortunately our kids couldn't make any use of it as the weather was so poor, but overall would definitely recommend as a base to explore a lovely part of the world - thank you to the owners Christine and Jonathon for letting us stay in your lovely property!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Emily M.

Liked: Cleanliness
The perfect stay
Our stay at this house was brilliant, thank you for having us. Parking down the side of the house was a bonus being able to shut the gates so knowing the kids are safe at all the time especially with a young one. The key lock check in was so quick and easy it was brilliant. As soon as I opened the door I had a quick check round before letting the kids in and I must say it was spotless! Everything was clean dusted and fresh was lovely to walk into. Staying at the house just felt easy didn't have to worry about bringing the little things you forget like bin bags, hand soap or toilet roll they have provided it all even dishwasher tablets it really made it that much better not to have to worry a rush to a shop straight away. A lovely gift was left for us to which was very welcoming thank you. We have had a lovely week staying here from the kids loving running around the lovely big garden to them getting up in the morning watching the birds. Everything about our stay was just brilliant. I didn't need to contact the owners on our stay but had all the contact details produced if I needed to and all local information and emergency numbers and where to go if needed. I really think they have thought of everything. Our stay was perfect thank you again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Diane M., Midsomer Norton

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful countryside retreat
Lovely comfortable property equipped with everything you could possibly need. Beautiful garden with lots of wildlife, birds, squirrels and rabbits. If you are tall be careful of the low beams, especially upstairs. Otherwise enjoy the character and charm of them!
Stayed 5 nights in Oct 2022

10/10 Excellent

Lynda F., Sandwich, KENT

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent
A beautiful, tranquil cottage. The décor, cleanliness and facilities were exemplary. The area was calm, and peaceful with fantastic animal and bird life. Access to the moor and surrounding countryside was extremely easy. We would highly recommend this property. It is fantastic.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Helen S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Beautiful cottage pictures dont do it justice
The house was immaculate and beautifully decorated with tasteful artworks, Fully equiped kithchen. A gift was beautifully wrapped containing a bottle of fizz and biscuits (which granddaughter loved). Parking was tight and it was lucky we fitted at the space behind the house as the peope to the left had 2 cars parked very close to where we had to reverse. Lots of to and fro to get in. People from other hosues had to reverse near out window as they couldnt get round the roundabout. After a few difficult reverses we knocked at the at the end of the second day and politely asked if they could move as it was difficult to park. It was better after that. Loved seeing so many birds in the garden it's a lovely place.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Sept 2022
Thank you for the 5 star review. Occasionally the courtyard does get busy. If you check the parking details we sent you will see that there are three options for parking all within a few yards of the property to cater for this eventuality.

10/10 Excellent

Kerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great property
This was our second stay at this property and we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves. The property has everything provided you could want and is a short walk from local country trails but within a easy car journey of most of south Devon
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

8/10 Good

Rita H.

Facilities
Great location, very well equipped.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

R J P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Very nice cottage.
A very nice cottage in a nice quiet area with some good walks locally, but close enough to road links to travel around the county. Wouldn't hesitate to stay again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Perfect
We love staying here. It gives us everything we need in a peaceful location with easy access to amenities
Stayed 5 nights in Dec 2021

10/10 Excellent

Kerry J.

Liked: Cleanliness
Fantastic holiday home
Had a brilliant holiday at 2 the linneys, lovely quiet location within a fantastic rural setting but close enough to main roads to be able travel around. The property was like a home from home with everything you could need supplied for you. Looking forward to a future visit
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Daniel L.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Holiday
The property is perfect to use as a base for exploring Devon and into Cornwall if you wish. It’s a lovely quiet location with everything you need. We had a great time and wouldn’t hesitate in recommending the property for a holiday stay or even longer
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2021

10/10 Excellent

Martin S.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great holiday home.
Great property with everything you need for a holiday exploring Devon. Clean, good size for family of 4 with a fantastic garden for the kids to play in. Will definitely be booking again.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Roshni L.

Liked: Cleanliness
A great little cottage
We had a great two weeks at this cottage. The cottage is on a nice close, with friendly neighbours. It has a large garden which is child friendly. The kitchen was well equipped (we cooked most evenings) and the living/dining area was comfortable. The first floor has lower ceilings/beams, my 6ft3inch husband had a few knocks initially. The two bedrooms were well presented and the bathroom was good in size. We enjoyed our stay at the cottage and would recommend it to others.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

rebecca v.

Liked: Cleanliness
Great Location for a Getaway
This is a lovely barn conversion, a former outbuilding to a farmhouse, all now individually owned. The unit itself is warm, cosy and nicely converted with all one could need for a stay, including a well equipped kitchen, and a washing machine in the bathroom. It has a really good sized garden and the setting is very peaceful. The host was very pleasant and responded to queries quickly, and there were little touches like a basket of local goodies and first night essentials. We stayed for a whole week, (which wasn't enough!) would love to return some day.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Erna d.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely home from home
A lovely decorated spaceous cottage, with all the 'kit' you need to have a home away from home and plenty of storage. The large 5-pit hob/oven has been used with great pleasure. Located in a quiet and rural yet central location, far away enough from the main road, and close enough to beaches/coastal walks and Dartmoor. We have enjoyed our stay very much.

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A pleasant stay - again.
A clean, comfortable, well-equipped property in a quiet country location but within easy driving distance of both the coast and Dartmoor. Pleasant local walks can also be made from the property and key amenities are available in Newton Abbott, about 3 miles away.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Stephen Q.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent Stay
Just spent a fantastic week in this cottage, which is really well equipped and had everything we needed for our stay. The location is perfect for exploring Dartmoor and spending time on the coast, and also has great access to Exeter and Plymouth.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Julie R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely away here. Perfect location away from hubub nut lots to do nearby
We had a great week here. More spacious than we expected with a big garden backing on to a meadow. Could do with recliners in garden to relax when weather hot. Kitchen was well kitted out. Great place if you like bird watching. On the Stover Trail for cycling to Newton Abbot or Bovey Tracey. Easy access to the town or even Exeter for amenities, lots of beaches a short drive/train trip away as well as the beautiful Dartmoor. All round a great place to stay/visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Deborah M.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
We had a lovely stay, everything we needed was there. Very quiet, peaceful setting, yet within easy driving route of lots of places. The only thing we would suggest are a fan in the other bedroom and downstairs as the cottage was very hot with no airflow the week we stayed. We look forward to returning sometime in the future

10/10 Excellent

Janet P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely relaxed holiday
In a quiet spot but close to Dartmoor and beaches. Great garden and barbecue with large table. A kitchen for a real cook. Welcoming and homely
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Joanna C.

Liked: Cleanliness
Ideal
Fabulous property for us. It was comfortable and relaxing and a perfect base for us to visit family. The house is well equipped with appliances and kitchen equipment. The tv and internet work well. The beds were comfortable. The village location is ideal with easy access to walking routes as well as the main roads into Newton Abbot and Exeter. We would be very happy to visit again.
Stayed 6 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Peter D.

Liked: Cleanliness
Excellent base for a holiday
The property was clean, spacious, comfortable and well-equipped. Although in a quiet location a little way from the nearest town, it was ideally placed for trips to both the coast and Dartmoor with plenty of interesting places to visit in easy reach. There were also pleasant walks from the property itself.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Greet S.

Liked: Cleanliness
very nice and cosy cottage
great location quite environment

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

Lovely cottage
Lovely cottage in the countryside
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca F.

A fantastic stay
We have just got back from a fantastic stay at 2 The Linney. The property was clean, comfortable and very well equipped. It really did have everything you will possibly need. The garden is a lovely and the children (2 & 4) loved watching the squirrels and visiting next door’s Shetland ponies. The other neighbour also let the children use their trampoline. It is a very peaceful location with only the bird song and bees to hear, but only 5 minutes drive to the Expressway so very convenient for exploring Dartmoor and South Devon. The children particularly loved the Miniature Pony Centre and Blackpool Sands and we spent a beautiful Easter Sunday splashing and playing in the river only 20 minutes walk away. We also visited Castle Drogo and spent some time walking on Dartmoor. My only (very small) request would be for thicker, darker curtains in the twin room as it was a bit too light in there to get the kids to bed in a prompt fashion!
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

10/10 Excellent

Alan F.

Wonderful stay and lovely location!
A lovely experience! we thoroughly enjoyed our stay at such a lovely clean and beautiful and well equipped place!! We would definitely stay again and highly recommend to friend and relatives.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2019

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

Lovely and clean throughly enjoyed our stay there
Lovely and quiet in the countryside great bike riding in local area.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2018

10/10 Excellent

Sue G.

Lovely property, very clean and comfortable. Great location.
This property was in a great location to explore Devon. The cottage was spotless when we arrived and had all the facilities a family could need and was very comfortable. Also the welcome pack was lovely. We would definitely recommend this as a great place to stay and would come back again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca P.

Lovely well positioned beautifully equipped barn conversion. Lots to do nearby .
We loved our stay. Two adults and two children (4&5). Ideally placed in a quiet location with easy access to the coast and Dartmoor. Shaldon is close and has great food. We especially liked the garden for its birds and wildlife. Thank you for a lovey stay, we will return for sure.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Mar 2020
Thank you for your review. Glad you enjoyed your stay, and look forward to seeing you again.

10/10 Excellent

Tanya C.

Lovely cottage type place
Really nice place in lovely location right near cycle routes. Property has everything needed for a great stay. Would love to go there again.
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2018

6/10 Okay

Natalie F.

Quiet
Lovely place, well equipped but lacked an iron and hairdryer. I'd book it again!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hester D.

Wonderful cottage, very well equipped, lovely location
We have had an absolutely wonderful stay. The cottage is really lovely, very well equipped and clean. It is much brighter inside than it seems in the foto's. A real home away from home. It is a rural location, yet the A38 and Newton Abbot are very easily reached, which makes it a perfect location for trips to Dartmoor, the coast, NT properties.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2017

10/10 Excellent

Mihaela T.

Fantastic stay!
The barn is located in quiet spot in the middle of the country park.It is clean and equipped with all you need for a relaxing holiday.The garden is secluded and full of garden birds.We thoroughly enjoyed the coastal walks , the beaches and the National Trust places.( the best part was crab fishing and seal spotting on Babbacombe beach). We had a wonderful week away and we would definitely recomend the property to a friend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2017

8/10 Good

Fay Y.

Very enjoyable. Good location cottage comfortable and well equipped
Well set up with good facilities. Nice setting although not obvious that it was part of a group of dwellings when booking it was very quiet. We loved being able to walk local pathways so easily.

10/10 Excellent

Antony C.

Delightful property, quiet location.
We booked this cottage quite late in the season and were a bit wary that there were other properties around it. We usually book cottages on there own to give us privacy. Our fears were unfounded as the cottage was very private and we hardly saw the neighbours. The garden is very spacious with mature trees and plenty of wildlife, and with a lovely area to sit and eat or relax. The cottage itself was very spacious and comfortable with everything you need, very much a home from home. Although the location of the cottage was very rural you could be on a main road within a matter of minutes and the coastal resorts and Dartmoor were an easy drive. All in all we found this cottage to be in an ideal central location to explore South Devon and Dartmoor and would not hesitate to recommend it to others wishing to visit the same area. T & D
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016

10/10 Excellent

Helen M.

We loved our stay here, it's in the best location and is well appointed. Loved it!
We had a wonderful week away and the cottage met all of our needs. It's in a fantastic location in the countryside yet so close to all the things we wanted to do. The cottage is well appointed and clean. We would love to come and stay here again.

8/10 Good

john b.

Really nice cottage all mid cons plenty of space , massive garden for kids to enjoy.
Had a lovely stay , it's near lots of great places to visit will come again for sure.

10/10 Excellent

Jürgen T.

Liked: Cleanliness
Empfehlenswert
Wundervolle Umgebung
Stayed 6 nights in Jun 2022

10/10 Excellent

Gunda B.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tolle Ferienwohnung
Tolle, gemühtliche Ferienwohnung mit sehr gut ausgestatteter Küche und sehr großem Garten. Da könnten auch die Kids super spielen. Wir haben uns sehr wohl gefühlt. Christine hat sich sehr schnell gemeldet und uns gute Tipps zur Verfügung gestellt. Vielen Dank.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Sabine R.

Liked: Cleanliness
Lovely stay
Very well equipped cozy cottage in quiet surroundings. Great starting point to visit the coast, Dartmoor and Exeter. Nice contact to the owners by email, thanks a lot for the great welcome package!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019