Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(68 Ratings)

Cottage in North Devon District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

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Pond Cottage is situated in a very quiet and peaceful rural location in the grounds of an ancient farm, making it a perfect countryside retreat.
The detached cottage is bursting with character and has been sympathetically restored to a very high standard using local materials and now offers very comfortable and cosy holiday accomodation.
The setting is private right next to a large picturesque pond. the cottage has it's own south facing enclosed garden with seating area and barbeque.
Our visitors are welcome to explore our 150 acres of meadows, woodlands, 2 orchards and our 2 plantations of specimen trees.

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Devon District

Nearby attractions

Valley of Rocks

34.9 mi

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

34.3 mi

National Trust - Baggy Point

46.6 mi

Canonteign Falls

34.3 mi

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Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool

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4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(68 Ratings)

Cottage in North Devon District

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

Reasons to book

Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating

Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind

High-end valuePrice for this property is higher than average in the area

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Pool

Kitchen or Kitchenette

Internet / Wifi

Fireplace

Parking

Laundry

Dishwasher

Garden

Family friendly

Map of North Devon District

Nearby attractions

Valley of Rocks

34.9 mi

Lynton & Lynmouth Cliff Railway

34.3 mi

National Trust - Baggy Point

46.6 mi

Canonteign Falls

34.3 mi

Ratings and reviews

4.9 / 5.0

Outstanding(68 Ratings)

Summary of reviews

Hosts are friendly and welcoming, the location is peaceful and beautiful, and the property provides a relaxing escape surrounded by nature.

From real guest reviews summarized by AI

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2024

Pond cottage was ideallic, surrounded by beautiful countryside and gardens. The facilities were fantastic and the cottage well insulated. Ducks and geese were fun to watch and little squirrels hopping around the garden.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2024

A warm friendly welcome together with a lovely, clean cottage in a beautiful garden. We had a lovely, restful break.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Great hosts, perfectly quiet location, stunning surroundings & a beautiful cottage with everything you could need. The geese are friendly, the chickens follow you around & the ducks love snacks. Our idea of heaven in Devon.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2024

Beautiful property. Very peaceful. Picturesque location. Hosts were amazing.

5.0 / 5.0

May 2024

Our visit to this VRBO was like stepping back in time. It was located in the English countryside on a beautifully maintained farm dating back to the 1500's. Everywhere you looked, gave you a sense of peace. The landscape, grand arboretum, the flowers, the occasional sounds of sheep off in the distance was glorious. Our accommodations were in a converted onetime stable, the interior beautifully crafted, with all the amenities one would need. The proprietors were gracious, kind and accommodating. We would highly recommend this location for a peaceful get away.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2024

We are truly enjoyed our stay. The location is breathtakingly beautiful and the hosts Renate and John the kindest and most welcoming people. We are hoping to go back to the Pound Cottage in the future.

5.0 / 5.0

Jan 2024

Were nice country side house.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Just as expected, middle of no-where, perfect story book cottage, pond, ducks, geese, lambs, chickens. Hosts were great, cottage well equipped, beds comfortable with en-suite in each of the 2 bedrooms. The pool just topped it off, superb, thank you.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2023

Lovely property in a beautiful location. Quiet, peaceful and very relaxing.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

We enjoyed our stay very much. The house has a great location and you are also allowed to walk around the hosts' property, which is really extraordinary big. Hosts are very gracious and were also happy to show us around their farm and old house. The tour was very interesting and it was nice to talk to the hosts.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2023

Great location, beautiful farm and the most fantastic hosts! Thanks John and Renate for a lovely break. Highly recommended.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

The cottage was stunning. 2 large en suite bedrooms with wonderful beams on the ceiling, a big kitchen/diner and a nice lounge. All this set on a working farm. John and Renata were wonderful hosts and very attentive to every query we had. John even let us help with installing additional posts to support his fantastic tree collection and he showed us a nest if blackbirds in his tractor!

4.0 / 5.0

Jul 2023

We were pleasantly surprised by the peaceful location, the amazing views of Devon landscape and the lovely owners, John and Renate. On entering the property we saw that it’s bigger than it looks on pictures and was on the surface very clean. It had every piece of equipment you could imagine, especially the kitchen. It was great to have a selection of DVDS and books, cleaning equipment, a lot of storage, underfloor heating and remote control blinds. Sadly, the internet was not good enough to hold Zoom meetings but if you’re not working while staying at the cottage then you should be fine. On closer inspection, harder to reach and places could use a deep clean- the corners, high beams in the bedrooms, high shelves and sills and cupboard tops were all extremely dusty and there were a lot of cobwebs, dead insects and spiders. A deep clean once a month should do it. We loved the pool and it’s a shame the weather wasn’t better so we could use it more. We had a really nice time and would love to return, but we’d love to see the washing machine replaced as it’s very rusty and has black mould inside so the clothes we washed smelt worse afterwards. We’d also love to see the showers updated. They’re those electric showers from the 80s/90s which are either freezing or boiling with no in between. In order to find a temperature we could stand it took 15 minutes of fiddling with the dials, and next time we turned it on the settings were obsolete and we had to start the process again.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2023

We all enjoyed our rural escape to Pond Cottage! John and Renate were friendly and welcoming to their beautiful farm. The boys were able to cuddle some baby goslings as soon as we arrived. We were given all the information we needed, and were free to explore. The cottage is equipped with everything you need, and is lovely inside. WI-FI is available. There is a private garden with a picnic bench in a sunny corner. The boys loved being surrounded by the animals, and feeding the ducks and geese. The swimming pool was also an added bonus, and very welcome in the sunny weather. Would definitely recommend a visit! Thank you.

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2023

Definitely stay again

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2022

We managed to escape for a few days relaxation and Pond Cottage was perfect for us. A beautiful location and an ideal cottage to unwind in front of the log burner. The owners made us feel very welcome and it was lovely to chat - the cottage and farm are very well cared for and a lovely place to be. Thank you for creating such a relaxing place, we look forward to coming back.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

We had the most wonderful time! Huge thank you to the hosts - they have thought of everything that we could need and are the loveliest of people! The kids were encouraged to explore and learnt lots about all the animals and trees. Perfectly located for the area and everything made our visit so very comfortable

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2022

Renate and John were so welcoming and engaging with our two little ones. The pride taken in maintaining their beautiful converted cottage shines through and we instantly felt at home. The surroundings are absolutely stunning, loved and cared for. The icing on the cake for the kids was feeding the ducks everyday (who were often waiting for their next treat) and regular dips in the pool. Could not fault our stay, we all loved it. Thank you both for such a lovely welcoming stay.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

Wonderful

Wonderful

A lovely cottage with equally lovely owners, made us feel so welcome and very kind to our children too. Really enjoyed our stay and hope we can come back again soon.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2022

Lovely pond cottage

Lovely pond cottage

Thank you Renate and John for a lovely stay and for looking after us so well … We have all decided to move in with you permanently Sarah Karl Nicky kevin and little Maisie

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Get together for birthday

Get together for birthday

John and Renata were so welcoming, everything was ready for our arrival, they welcomed us to explore their property as we wished. Cottage was well stocked and had thoughtful touches like flowers, jam and eggs. The lambs were lovely, place was so tranquil, a great place to unwind and relax.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2022

Lovely secluded cottage

Lovely secluded cottage

Really enjoyed our stay at the cottage. John and Renata are lovely. The cottage is remote and you need transport to stay here,but the remoteness adds to its charm

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2022

Perfect place to stay!

Perfect place to stay!

We stayed at pond cottage the first week of Easter half term and we had the loveliest time! Renate and John are the most fabulous hosts and the cottage is an absolute joy to spend time in. Our 6 year old loved her stay and really enjoyed being able to spend time with the lambs and ducks!

5.0 / 5.0

Mar 2022

Just Perfect

Just Perfect

There is no doubt that we will be back, beautiful property, Renate & John are absolutely lovely people and despite the weather, it was an amazing place to be.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Delightful property

Delightful property

A lovely holiday

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2021

Devon’s best hidden gem

Devon’s best hidden gem

Renata and John are the most delightful hosts, and now friends The cottage was very comfortable. Well appointed and clean. Being on a farm and arboretum was an added bonus. We enjoyed learning about farming and tasting fabulous fresh produce grown by Renata in her cottage garden. We also thoroughly enjoyed our chats at the swimming pool each evening as we recovered from our long walks in Exmoor and the country. We will definitely be returning. Thank you!!

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2021

Perfect retreat.

Perfect retreat.

The cottage is the perfect haven from the fast paced world. Renata and John were warm, welcoming and very helpful when we had a crisis. We cannot thank them enough for their patience. Our girls loved the pool and interacting with the animals, wolly in particular will always hold a very special place in our hearts. The ducks were always a source of amusement and great company too. The cottage itself is very well appointed with everything you need to have a restful stay. The log burner was lovely in the unseasonably chilly summer evenings. I cannot recommend Pond Cottage enough and we hope to return one day.

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2021

Simply The Best

Simply The Best

There are too many good things to say about the property and the wonderful hosts John and Renate. Waking up surrounded by countryside, orchards, animals and breathtaking views was exactly what we needed in an escape from the big city life. We have stayed in many properties and Pond Cottage tops them all; it’s everything you would expect and more. Caters for your every need whether that be cleaning, cooking or watching TV with the huge selection of great movies. Now for the main highlight of our trip, John and Renate. There are no words to describe how lovely this couple are. They would go to any lengths to ensure you are looked after. When I was bitten twice by a horsefly, johns medical background came into light and offered me some medication to sort them out. This truly shows how much John and renate both care for their guests. If We could have stayed forever We definitely would and we most definitely will return again in the near future. Thank you John and renate for making our holiday so special. You both truly are amazing.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Country Cottage

Country Cottage

Peace and tranquility in abundance. Lovely place and lovely people.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

A wonderful rural Devon experience

A wonderful rural Devon experience

We had such a lovely time as guests of Renate and John on the farm, whilst staying at Pond Cottage. Such a beautiful and peaceful place, the village of Witheridge is close by with amenities but you barely need to leave the farm to keep yourself occupied. We (2 adults, 2 young kids) thoroughly enjoyed using the pool, exploring the arboretum, picnicking in the orchard, feeding the friendly ducks, helping herding the sheep and generally appreciating being surrounded by nature (a highlight excursion was an evening horse and wagon ride in nearby Ash Mill). If you are looking for a rural idyll to unwind in in the Devon countryside then look no further. The cottage itself is immaculate and very well equipped. The owners Renate and John were so welcoming, helpful and friendly, we couldn’t of asked for more. We’d love to return one day.

5.0 / 5.0

Jun 2021

Beautiful relaxing stay

Beautiful relaxing stay

Lovely location, kind and friendly hosts, beautiful arboretum, gardens and pool. House well equipped and peaceful. We had a great time. Thank you very much.

4.0 / 5.0

Sep 2020

Lovely cottage..beautiful surroundings..

Lovely cottage..beautiful surroundings..

Pond Cottage is a beautiful cottage and great for peace and quiet. Lambs in the field near the cottage with chickens,geese and ducks roaming about was fantastic. Cosy log burner was great as the weather turned chilly...Hosts were very friendly without being intrusive. I would have given it 5 stars but the water temperature in kitchen & bathroom sinks was luke warm at best and the flow was no more than a trickle..however that said it didn't spoil our enjoyment and we would love to return.

5.0 / 5.0

Aug 2020

Peaceful break!

Peaceful break!

We had a lovely week - the cottage in an idyllic, peaceful location and is well equipped and spacious. We particularly enjoyed the pool and feeding the ever hungry ducks! John and Renate are very welcoming, relaxed hosts. Definitely recommend and would love to come back!

5.0 / 5.0

Dec 2019

Very comfortable

Very comfortable

Renate and John were very helpful and welcoming. The ducks, geese and lambs were an added bonus. We had a lovely time

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Great stay

Great stay

Really well appointed and cosy with lovely hosts

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2019

Not just a holiday...but a stunning experience at the farm...

Not just a holiday...but a stunning experience at the farm...

Living a Bradford Barton farm in Pond Cottage was a memorable experience that will always remain in our hearts and minds. Renata and John are absolutely delightful, warm, friendly and ever so helpful. The adventures about the farm with the sheep,, the lambs, the chickens, geese, and the ducks was sheer pleasure. The house is perfect, the bed comfortable, the kitchen well equipped with everything one would need or want. What more can I say? We loved it! Go there...do yourself a favor and you'll never forget it. As world travelers (homeless with no storage) for seven years we've had plenty of holiday home experience. This fabulous farm is at the top of our list.

5.0 / 5.0

Sep 2019

Absolutely fantastic place to stay

Absolutely fantastic place to stay

Lovely place to be very quiet loads of space for 4 people clean and tidy lots of field's for walks bring wellies for field's hosts fantastic a real credit to the lovely couple I have 2 warnings tight lanes to property which isn't much of a problem for most and the other is I made the mistake of only booking 4 days which really once you are there you want to stay a lot longer don't make my mistake book at least a week I will be on my next trip thank you to R&J

5.0 / 5.0

Jul 2019

Wondefull accomadation, fantastic area

Wondefull accomadation, fantastic area

Property was without fault, people were excellent . Loved it

5.0 / 5.0

Apr 2019

Wonderful house in a perfect location

Wonderful house in a perfect location

This was my second stay at Pond Cottage, the house is lovely as are Renate and John. We hope to visit again next year!

5.0 / 5.0

Oct 2018

Lovely property in a lovely location hosted by a lovely couple.

Lovely property in a lovely location hosted by a lovely couple.

We had a lovely time staying at Pond Cottage. It is the perfect place to relax and enjoy the countryside.

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Devon District?

The average price for a rental in North Devon District is R 2,359 per night. This rental is R 885 above the average.

Is parking included with this cottage?

Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Yes, a swimming pool is available for use at Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool. Enjoy the water!

Is Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool pet friendly?

Unfortunately, this cottage is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"

What amenities are available at Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool?

We found 10 amenities for this rental. This includes pool, kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, and parking.

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Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool

Cottage in North Devon District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of North Devon District

Nearby attractions

Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool

Cottage in North Devon District

Reasons to book

About this cottage rental

Amenities

Map of North Devon District

Nearby attractions

Ratings and reviews

FAQs

How much does this cottage cost compared to others in North Devon District?

Is parking included with this cottage?

Is there a pool at this cottage?

Is Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool pet friendly?

What amenities are available at Between Exmoor and Dartmoor Luxurious Cottage on 15th Century Farm with Pool?

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