Miss Roberts - verified booking

"Hazel Barn is a great location and a great property. We usually choose cottages which are detached and isolated. We were hesitant about being on a site with other rental properties and the owners own house but this was actually not an issue at all. We barely saw anyone else and the hosts were friendly and helpful on arrival but then left us in peace. We had a small problem with one of the showers but it was resolved very quickly so it was handy having the owners nearby for emergencies. Sykes cottages were very helpful with our unusual pet request and got back to us very quickly. The house was well equipped, beautifully decorated for Christmas and very comfortable and clean. The only small criticism is that the broadband/WIFI is shared with the other properties and the connections were intermittent and poor quality. When on holiday, it's nice to escape from the daily grind but we always look for properties with WIFI because we need connection to our business for emergencies. In this case, the connection was simply not good enough for us to maintain the communications that we needed. For a property of this size, it is focused at large families who are naturally going to want to connect multiple phones and tablets."

- Mrs Parry, October 2018 - verified booking

"The owners were fantastic and had a very warm welcome. Loved the welcome basket, with everything we needed and a little treat too! Wish I could move in to this place! There were 10 of us, a 10 year old, younger and teenagers and adults. Everyone had their own space and something to keep them occupied. They all loved the games room and hot tub! Went out for a meal in the local village at the Poltimore Arms. The food and service was absolutely brilliant. We did phone ahead, the restaurant was full but they set us up in the bar. The locals kept our kids entertained playing pool, they even passed us more ketchup when they heard one of the kids asking. The views and local area are wonderful. Everyone at cottages were always friendly and encouraged us to relax and for the kids to have fun. Beds were all very comfy and we all slept very well. Hot tub was kept maintained at the right levels for us, so we didn't need to worry about this, as we have had to at previous places we have stayed. Cooking facilities were the best I've ever experienced. We had everything we needed and more. Loved the massive dining table for us to eat together with lots of space. We will definitely be back!"

- Miss Roberts, December 2017 - verified booking

"We usually choose cottages which are detached and isolated. We were hesitant about being on a site with other rental properties and the owners own house but this was actually not an issue at all. We barely saw anyone else and the hosts were friendly and helpful on arrival but then left us in peace. We had a small problem with one of the showers but it was resolved very quickly so it was handy having the owners nearby for emergencies. Sykes cottages were very helpful with our unusual pet request and got back to us very quickly. The house was well equipped, beautifully decorated for Christmas and very comfortable and clean. The only small criticism is that the broadband/WIFI is shared with the other properties and the connections were intermittent and poor quality. When on holiday, it's nice to escape from the daily grind but we always look for properties with WIFI because we need connection to our business for emergencies. In this case, the connection was simply not good enough for us to maintain the communications that we needed. For a property of this size, it is focused at large families who are naturally going to want to connect multiple phones and tablets."

Zarsims - verified booking

"For our first family get away in a long time we wanted something to tick all the boxes, and Apple Barn certainly did that! The owners were helpful with things to do, accommodating and super friendly, even being so kind as to lend us herbs and spices when we needed them for home cooking! The welcome pack was a lovely surprise! With ages ranging from 6 to 60, Apple Barn had something for everyone. The games room was perfect for the younger ones, and the peace and quite just what the more mature side of our family longed for! We would all highly recommend Apple Barn, in its beautiful setting and cosy but large interior. :-)"

Mr Sakib Mirza - verified booking

"My family stayed in Swallows Barn for 4 days and our stay was nothing short of fantastic. The accommodation had been lovingly restored with a fresh contemporary feel but still retaining a homeliness. Location was superb looking over the hills and surrounding by 2,500 sheep. Really nice for a contemplative break. The highlight was meeting Kate and Mr and Mrs Ley we were so warm and welcoming and made our stay extra special. We would definitely love to visit again in the near future. A fantastic find and a gem of a place in a great location. The Mirza’s "