From the first greeting to the last goodbye, the hosts, the location and the property were great. Lovely area which Mike showed us around, well equipped property and wonderful views over West Dartmoor.

The cottage and ground were exceptionally well maintained, clean and Covid secure. The hosts were ever so helpful, giving advice on the area, where to eat, visit etc. We shall be returning.

I would thoroughly recommend a stay at this stunning cottage where you get an experience rather than just a place to stay. The cottage is on 40 acres of ground which has paddocks and a river that you can swim in. Close to the cottage are stables where you can go and pet the horses and a peaceful lake. You could never leave the grounds and have a very fulfilling and restful stay. Mike and Sofia were on hand to answer any questions and they gave us a great tour of the land. Sofia makes the best lemon drizzle cake I've ever had and we got to eat eggs laid by the hens nestled near to the cottage. If this all sounds very idyllic, it's because it is! The view from the courtyard as we ate dinner was like no other. The cottage is in a great part of the world with easy access to the main sights of Devon and only a stones throw away from Cornwall. We can't wait to come back.

I would thoroughly recommend a stay at this stunning cottage where you get an experience rather than just a place to stay. The cottage is on 40 acres of ground which has paddocks and a river that you can swim in. Close to the cottage are stables where you can go and pet the horses and a peaceful lake. You could never leave the grounds and have a very fulfilling and restful stay. Mike and Sofia were on hand to answer any questions and they gave us a great tour of the land. Sofia makes the best lemon drizzle cake I've ever had and we got to eat eggs laid by the hens nestled near to the cottage. If this all sounds very idyllic, it's because it is! The view from the courtyard as we ate dinner was like no other. The cottage is in a great part of the world with easy access to the main sights of Devon and only a stones throw away from Cornwall. We can't wait to come back.

Fantastic cottage with the main living area and two bedrooms on the first floor, a further bedroom on the ground floor. The private guest garden was amazing and the only noise is from the birds and the trickle of Willsworthy Brook at the bottom of the garden. There is also access to other areas of the owner's estate including a plunge pool on the river Tavy, a duck pond and lots of areas to sit and admire the views across Dartmoor. A fabulous place to stay along with a very friendly and helpful owner.

Fantastic cottage with the main living area and two bedrooms on the first floor, a further bedroom on the ground floor. The private guest garden was amazing and the only noise is from the birds and the trickle of Willsworthy Brook at the bottom of the garden. There is also access to other areas of the owner's estate including a plunge pool on the river Tavy, a duck pond and lots of areas to sit and admire the views across Dartmoor. A fabulous place to stay along with a very friendly and helpful owner.

The cottage was all you good want and more.

Set on the edge of Dartmoor this peaceful place was exactly what we needed. Spotlessly clean and warm it was a great base for walks to the pub and beyond. Homemade cake was delicious and the guided tour of the extensive grounds was amazing. The hosts were lovely the animals friendly and the location fantastic whatever the weather.

Very well equipped , exceptionally clean cottage with plenty of space for our family of 5. The grounds are truly amazing with a secluded river for swimming on hot days - we all loved this . The owners Sophia and Mike are fantastic hosts in ensuring you have a memorable stay and on hand to guide and help when needed. From our arrival to lovely home made cake , to a tour of the grounds, welcoming our girls during our week to their horses , they really did go the extra mile . Our youngest is absolutely smitten with Jerry the Shetland pony. We were blessed with great weather and the location is superb . We enjoyed days out walking, cycling directly from the cottage , Tamar mountain bike trails, Wistman woods and great beach days surfing/ bodyboarding at Bantham and Polzeath all easily accessible. We are looking forward to returning! Thank you very much Sophia and Mike . We have taken wonderful memories.

Great cottage on the edge of Dartmoor. Good walking and mountain biking from the door. Mike and Sophia were very welcoming.

Lovely position to access walks which we could enjoy thanks to wet weather clothes, much needed this time of year. Accommodation was great with a nice warming wood burner. Lovely hosts. Great stay

Lower Willsworthy is a really special place. Mike and Sophie were so welcoming- the tour of the land down to the Tavy was a real treat for the girls-thanks Mike! The cottage was cosy with great views, a retreat to come back to after a windy walk! Our girls loved meeting the horses, Baggy and watching the ducks from the window!

Glorious setting. Attentive hosts. Even a phone call from next door to alert us to deer on the front lawn. Very comfortable, peaceful and quiet.

We have just spent a fantastic week at Lower Willsworthy. The property is outstanding and is set in beautiful grounds. We were very warmly greeted by Mike and Sophie and shown around the property and the extensive grounds. We had our own private garden, outdoor area for eating and relaxing as well as being able to explore the surrounding area. Sophie had baked us a lovely lemon drizzle cake and also left some duck eggs. Our girls had several riding lessons from the very patient Sophie which they thoroughly enjoyed. Both my husband and I tried some clay pigeon shooting with Mike which was a very worthwhile experience. He is very thorough and his safety standards are second to none. They treated all of us with the utmost respect and were very kind and pleasant towards our children. Mike even created a small football pitch for our youngest. Locally we visited Tamar trails, Morwellham Quay, Dartmouth Harbour, Tavistock and can honestly say we were not disappointed. We also enjoyed a few drinks and pool in the Mary Tavy pub where the locals were very pleasant and good company. On a final note if you couldn't relax and enjoy yourself here then you would be unable to do it anywhere else. The accommodation was extremely comfortable and very spacious. Thumbs up from all of us. Don't miss out on this gem.

We had an amazing stay at this property. The cottage was absolutely lovely, spacious, clean, comfortable and quiet. Mike took us on a full tour of the grounds, which were impressive and really had it all - a stream for swimming, a pond, horses, stables, walking trails and a private garden for the cottage. This was a perfect base for for us to enjoy the countryside and explore Devon, including the towns and beaches. Mike and Sophia were very welcoming hosts and were there to help in any way. We would highly recommend this property and would love to return ourselves someday.

Fantastic location - amazing! Great Property. Shame we didn't know that single bedded room which we used for my grandchildren was downstairs - luckily they are old enough to cope with coming up to the bathroom during the night.

Our week in the adorable and spacious cottage at Lower Willsworthy Farm was one of our top vacations yet. The farm — home to a variety of happy, well-kept animals — is the tidiest, most beautiful such place I have ever seen, a reflection of the handsomely restored stone house we stayed in. Owners Mike and Sophie — lovely folks who are perfectly-suited for their lifestyle — gave us a warm welcome (as well as ducks’ eggs and homemade cake) and took us on a tour the second day, which was vital as the property is extensive and comprises innumerable gorgeous natural features. One such treasure is the small brook close to the cottage, where our 3 kids, aged 9-12, had loads of fun playing. Farther out there are places to access the crystal clear River Tavy, and on a hot sunny day, that’s just what we did. We also enjoyed walks and greeting the ponies, hens, and a friendly black cat. One afternoon we arranged a short introductory riding lesson with Sophie. A kinder, more patient and positive instructor you won’t find. It’s evident that Sophie really loves working with her animals and her guests. The kids enjoyed it immensely and went riding farther afield later that week at another local stable. Other highlights of the week include visits to Lydford Gorge, Launceston castle, Cotehele, Tavistock, and Plymouth and the Mayflower museum. This region is full of family- friend attractions. The cottage and farm are almost mythically beautiful, and we will certainly return if we can!

We have just returned from another fantastic stay at Sophia and Mike's farm cottage. The house is immaculately clean, and everything works perfectly in the cottage. The location, adjacent to Dartmoor is great, as we were able to get straight up into the high areas for walking with panoramic views. Our daughters loved horse riding at Cholwell riding stables, which is 10 minutes away. Also, there are plenty of great pubs within a 10 minute drive of the property. The highlight for our daughters was a chance to get one to one horseback coaching with Sophia in the covered paddock on the property. She was amazing with our girls. The outside space of the property is stunning with fields, a stream and farm animals, perfect for an evening stroll. It's quiet and peaceful, so along with the good quality beds and bedding, we slept really well. The kitchen has everything you could need, and the living areas are modern, comfortable, and spacious. Finally, Sophia and Mike are perfect hosts. They are available if you need them, and always friendly and cheerful. If you are considering renting this property.... you should really do it and we are planning to return for our summer holiday next year!

Lower Willsworthy Barn is in a beautiful and very quiet setting. We had a warm welcome from Mike and Sophie, the owners, and enjoyed the cake and eggs that they had left us. We had access to the whole of the farm, including a secluded private picnic spot and a stretch of river for swimming (bracing, but fun). There is walking from the door with a variety of habitats - open Moorland, river, woodland and farmland. The property is in easy reach of excellent shopping in Tavistock - don't miss the cheese shop - and fantastic food at the Peter Tavy Inn. The property was clean and comfortable. We hope to return soon to recharge our batteries again.

We spent 8 days at Lower Willsworthy, and had a grand time. The cottage is spotless and very comfortable, with everything one could want and all in working order. There are fine views of Dartmoor and it's an easy walk to the edge of the moor itself. We really enjoyed watching the parade of horses, ducks, chickens and Canada geese going past our windows. Sophie and Mike, the owners, are exceptionally friendly and helpful, and it was a real pleasure to talk with them. Tavistock is a neat town to wander around in; we spent a lot of time in the market and the town museum. On Mike's recommendation, we had lunch at the Peter Tavy Inn (3-4 miles away) one day; it was excellent. This is one of the nicest places we've stayed at in our five recent summers in England; we would love to come back.

Comfortable, great views and lovely people.

The cottage is very well equipped and if good standard. Sophie and Mike are friendly and helpful. Good location with lots of outdoor activities for the whole family. Highly recommend

Firstly, thanks to the owners, Mike & Sophia, for friendly and efficient communication while booking our stay. When we arrived, Sophia was there to meet us and welcomed us warmly before showing us around the grounds and cottage. The cottage is next to their house with a great outlook over the fields and moors but doesn't feel overlooked. Sophia assured us that if there was anything we needed, just to knock on their door. Inside the cottage, the most delicious scones plus jam and clotted cream awaited us, plus eggs from their hens. A comprehensive information pack including walking maps, local restaurants/pubs and other local information was really helpful. The cottage is warm, clean and spacious, with comfortable beds, great views and a cosy lounge complete with wood burner (ideal for curling up with a book after a snowy walk!) The ducks and hens in the yard below kept us entertained while doing the washing up! We loved the walk up onto the moors from the cottage - a real mix of beautiful wooded river walks, ancient fields and open moorland. We walked to Gnat Tor and Baggator, and also enjoyed walks further afield at Grenofen and Burrator. Food-wise, we had a wonderful lunch at the Cornish Arms in Tavistock - definitely recommended. Thanks again to Mike & Sophia for creating such a lovely peaceful place. Look forward to coming back in warmer weather as the outside areas looked amazing.

We enjoyed a few days in the autumn half term. The cottage was well equipped, warm and very comfortable. The surrounding grounds are beautiful, wonderful views from every window. All enjoyed a trip down to see the ponies/horses in the morning. Very rural, sheep often on road and last few miles very narrow. If you want a true Devon countryside experience I would have no hesitation on recommending this location and cottage.

We had a very lovely week at Lower Willsworthy and enjoyed the cottage very much. Mike and Sophie are great hosts and on call at any time, but not at all intrusive and leave you to enjoy the cottage and garden. The farm is just lovely and very peaceful, as is the surrounding area. A great base to explore the wonderful Dartmoor National Park. Wish we had been able to stay longer!

Sophia and Mike gave us a very warm wellcome. The place, garden and the surrounding countryside are really beautiful. The Peter Tavy Inn was the very good recomandation by Sophia and Mike. We'd love to come again.

We have all just had the most amazing week at this property and can't rate it highly enough. The owners have renovated the property beautifully with a lot of thought and consideration for two legged people as well as us with four legs. We had our own 5 star accommodation in kennels next to the cottage which was perfect - we dragged our bedding outside and as the weather was glorious, could sleep under the stars (which we have not done before) and dry off after massive swims in the river! The property is set in the most beautiful area and miles of walks for all of us - straight onto the moors, down to the river and along to a fabulous pub! It is really tranquil and just what we all need after our hectic lives to relax and enjoy. We will definitely return soon - a week was simply not long enough in such a glorious location and so much more to explore and find across the moors.

Visited May half term with our 2 children (13 & 15 years old) and our dog. Owners were away but had left someone to meet us and look after us. Owners also left email and were very quick to respond everytime I emailed. We was initially apprehensive about the dog not being allowed in the cottage at all (we read it that kennels were there for if you wanted to leave your dog when we booked it) but dog was shattered every night and slept fine in the kennel once she settled in. Loads to do locally for teenagers with Adrenalin Quarry being a must visit and then home every night to a beautiful, peaceful setting. All local pubs we tried for food (which were many!) were outstanding...I could go on and on - great place, thank you!!