Guests say
Rose Cottage in Devon is highly praised for its beautiful garden, cosy interiors, and excellent location for walks and exploring. Guests enjoy the hot tub, underfloor heating, and the character of the property. Some minor issues with heating and road noise were mentioned, but overall, the cottage offers a delightful stay with thoughtful touches like a Devonshire cream tea on arrival.
There are no specific comments regarding the cleanliness of the property, so it is not possible to provide a score in this category.
The location is appreciated for its peace and quiet, proximity to shops, and as a base for exploring nearby attractions. However, some guests noted the busy road outside as a downside.
Guests find the cottage cosy with comfortable bedding and underfloor heating. Some guests had issues with the softness of the beds and the comfort of the lounge seating.
The well-equipped kitchen, hot tub, and fires are highlights, though there were comments about a lack of cutlery, storage space for food, and instructions for appliances. Some guests also experienced issues with the heating system.
The owner's thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome treat of Devonshire cream tea and the provision of ample wood for fires. It should be noted that such personal touches, while appreciated, may not be guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
Rose Cottage is a rustic, Grade 2 listed thatch built in 17th century in the idyllic village of Jacobstowe, Devon. This lovely thatched cottage offers pet-friendly accommodation, meaning your four-legged loved one can join in on all the holiday adventures! Behind the doors at Rose Cottage, you will be greeted by an inviting sitting room with luxury furnishings from Liberty, complete with a TV and an open fire, perfect for those chilly Devon evenings. Adjacent to this, you will find a snug, ideal for curling up with a good book in front of the glowing embers of the woodburner. The heart of the home is the kitchen/diner, fully equipped for all your culinary needs, where you can gather around the table to enjoy home-cooked meals.
When it's time to retire for the evening, choose from two beautifully presented bedrooms. The king-size room could well be a boutique hotel bedroom boasting a luxurious freestanding bath, offering the perfect spot for a relaxing soak with that added hint of privacy. The twin room is equally as welcoming, providing a restful space for sleep. Guests can enjoy a steamy soak under the shower morning or evening in the slick shower room. Head to the rear garden, where you'll find a lawned area with furniture for a spot of al fresco dining. The summer house provides an additional space for relaxation, while the pond adds a calming touch with the serene sound of flowing water only adding to the tranquil atmosphere.
For the ultimate indulgence, take a dip in the hot tub and let your worries melt away. Stepping out from Rose Cottage’s garden haven, you'll discover the charm and beauty of Devon at your doorstep. Start off the exploration with a tranquil stroll through the Meeth Quarry Nature Reserve, an idyllic paradise teeming with wildlife and natural beauty. In the other direction, channel your inner adventurer and explore the ruins of the medieval Okehampton Castle, the verdant expanse of the Okehampton Showground, or immerse yourself in the rustic wonder of the War Horse Valley Country Farm Park. Enrich your mind at the grandeur of the Exeter Cathedral, and relish in the tranquillity of Belmont Park Exeter and Northernhay Gardens Rest assured.
Beyond, is the lovely Dartmoor countryside and open moorland, with lots of walking routes to choose from and fishing in the River Dart. There is no better place to create the ultimate English countryside memories than at Rose Cottage.
Okehampton is a busy market town on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and near the highest and most dramatic areas of the moor, where Yes Tor rises to a height above 2000 feet. To the north of Okehampton are some beautiful rolling Devon hills where small farming villages nestle amidst woods and fields with plenty of gently flowing rivers. The fabulous Roadford Reservoir offers a multitude of watersport activities and fishing opportunities. Okehampton has a prominent medieval castle overlooking a wooded river valley, the Museum of Dartmoor Life and Okehampton train station, which has been restored to its 1950s glory: The Dartmoor Line now operates a service between Okehampton and Exeter every hour, 7 days a week. The town also has access to fabulous walks and Simmons Park where you’ll find a children’s adventure playground. This area of Devon has plenty of farm shops and country inns serving good food where visitors can spend time relaxing and unwinding amongst unspoilt countryside.
Accommodation
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire.
Conservatory.
Snug with woodburning stove
Oil central heating.
Electric oven, steam oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge w/ice box, washing machine, dishwasher, coffee maker.
Log burner, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Private driveway parking for 2 cars.
Enclosed rear garden with lawn, gravelled area, decking, furniture, summer house, pond and hot tub.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.8 miles, pub 1 mile
Reviews (8)
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Himali
The cottage was extremely cosy, lovely roaring fires with ample wood kindly supplied by owner. Also, we had a lovely welcome treat of Devonshire cream tea upon arrival, thank you, Charlie, very kind to indeed. The beds/bedding was very comfortable and cosy, underfloor heating was a great hit with our travel cat, who spent most of its time sprawled out on the conservatory floor!! This room was wonderful for breakfast and reading, and we spend the few evenings playing board games we found available here too. The hot tub on the cold winter nights was luxuriating, and was very much in use ! We used herbs we found growing in the garden in some of our cooking, adding to the total comfort of cottage life. We also found the cottage to be a great base for exploring, National Trust Castle Drogo, less than 25mts away, and Dartmoor National Park walks. We also found a beautiful restaurant Bearslake Inn for scrumptious dinner, and The Tors pub with great hearty food after a great walk on the Moors, only a mere 15mts drive away from the cottage. Summing up, Rose cottage ticked more boxes than we had even wished for, we loved the property and highly recommend those wishing an idyllic get away in such a beautiful thatched cottage. Thank you Charlie for your hospitality.
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Lee
It is a beautiful cottage inside and out. We found the facilities to be excellent. We ate in most nights and the kitchen was well equipped, although a lack of cutlery. The lounge was comfortable and snuggly with a roaring fire. We loved the hot tub and made use of it most nights. We had an issue with the heating upstairs in the bedrooms which is on a separate system. The down stairs is all underfloor heating which is excellent. The upstairs heating wouldn't kick in and seemed to be on a timer. The rooms went down to 10 degrees when we woke in the morning. We contacted Charlie who took it off the timer but it took 3 days of the heating being on permanently to finally get up to 18 degrees. The only issue we found with the property was the busy road right outside. The cars at night race past so fast and can be so loud through the vents on the windows. I had to buy some ear plugs to help sort this. We would recommend Rose Cottage as we had a lovely stay and visited some lovely places and quality pubs throughout the area.
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Tania
However, we struggled a bit with the microwave as no instructions and also none for the normal oven. Personally, we found the beds very, very soft which gave me back ache. However I realise a firm matress is a personal choice. The sofa in the lounge was very lumpy to sit on and the wooden kitchen chairs could do with cushions.