Guests say
The Garden Cottage in Ivybridge is highly praised for its peaceful, rural setting and beautiful gardens, offering a tranquil retreat with easy access to both coast and moors. Guests consistently mention the cottage’s cleanliness, comfort, and well-equipped kitchen, as well as the friendly and helpful owners. The fishing lake, wildlife, and thoughtful touches add to the charm. While the remote location means quiet nights, it remains convenient for exploring South Devon. Occasional minor points include the sofa bed’s comfort and initial heating on arrival, but overall, guests found their stay relaxing and enjoyable.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and immaculately presented, with guests appreciating the high standard of housekeeping and the provision of cleaning supplies.
The rural, peaceful location is frequently praised for its tranquillity and proximity to both the coast and moors, as well as easy access to local attractions. Some mention the remoteness and narrow roads, but overall, guests found the setting ideal for a relaxing break.
Guests describe the cottage as comfortable, with particular mention of the quality of the bed and the peaceful environment. The only minor negative was the comfort of the sofa bed, but this did not detract from the overall experience.
The cottage is repeatedly described as well-equipped, with a full kitchen, washer/dryer, dishwasher, and good shower pressure. The fishing lake and garden are also appreciated. Maintenance is noted as excellent, with everything in good working order.
Several guests mention thoughtful touches such as a welcome pack with biscuits and a handwritten card, as well as friendly, helpful hosts. Please note that such gifts are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Situated on a working farm overlooking a large fishing lake and surrounded by sheep, this cottage is a great romantic getaway for two.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Kitchen/dining room: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer
Bedroom: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Doggy extras. Garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. Shared grounds. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: There is a lake within the grounds.. Garden Cottage is a delightful country abode overlooking a large fishing lake stocked with carp, with sheep in the surrounding fields and a lovely original Romani caravan in the garden. This detached, single-storey cottage is perfect for couples of all ages looking for some relief from the daily grind, and with a warm and welcoming atmosphere, guests will find exactly what they’ve been looking for at any time of year. The property boasts a lovely mature cottage garden and a bright, light, contemporary glazed extension. Set on a 70-acre working sheep farm in the heart of rural Devon, you can head out and start your adventure right from the front door. Located within easy access of the A38, exploring further afield couldn’t be easier. The little Georgian town of Modbury, with its selection of unusual and unique shops, is just a short drive away, so too is the fabulous South Devon Coast. With seaside villages like Bigbury, Thurlestone, Bantham and Mothercombe, this area of the country is perfect for walking, swimming and surfing. Shop and restaurant 2 miles. Pub 3/4 mile.
Free WiFi
The property is located on a working farm.
Children must be supervised on site due to possible safety hazards.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Pets must be kept on a lead at all times.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmoor Zoological Park
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Plymouth Gin Distillery
- Mount Edgcumbe House and Country Park
- Bantham Beach
- Blackpool Sands
- South Sands Beach
- Burgh Island
- Dartmouth Castle
Reviews (18)
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Confirmed Guest
We loved this immaculately presented cottage, down a hidden track, opening onto an oasis of calm. Set in attractive gardens, on a farm site it was fairly remote, which suited us, but very comfortable and overlooking a carp pond. Catching the sun most of the day, there were also mature trees providing shade.The owners made us very welcome and were on hand if need be.
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Ann Briggs
An amazing little cottage in a tranquil setting. The cottage is very clean, bed very comfortable and the kitchen fully equipped including a dishwasher. Small pond with fish and ducks and lots of garden birds and other wildlife. There’s a deer that comes to the pond for a drink early morning but wasn’t lucky enough to see it. Hosts Rachel and Alex very friendly and full of really helpful information. Travel time to the local towns very good. Anything between 25 to 45 minutes depending where you want to go by car. Everything you need is here for a wonderful holiday. We had an evening meal in the village pub The Ship Inn, very nice.
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Stephen Morphet
Super cottage with everything one needs, with a super garden. Visited in spring when the sun was shining for a full week. Local pub with good food, nearby pub with good pizza garden, and fairly handy for Torquay, Plymouth, and Paignton. Grand!