Dog Friendly Bed And Breakfasts In East Devon

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Simon - Verified booking

  The cottage is in a lovely location on a private estate.

  We liked the ability to open the windows to allow air into the property, plus the blinds to cover the windows helped to reduce light during the early hours of the morning. The binder with instructions on the various devices was very useful. Kitchen worked as it should but it could do with a large frying pan. The shower was overall good but we found that the boiler would lose pressure every few days so we just increased the pressure for a couple of seconds until the needle got to the recommended mark and the shower would then contintue to run warm/hot. The shower head is a little stiff but that's more down to the hard water so if someone has tried to adjust the jet then it might not lock in place and hence water shoots through the top and wets the bathroom, fan in bathroom wasn't working but not an issue. Main double bed is on the firm side which initially isn't ab issue but on the last two nights we started to feel it so might be an issue for some. The bunk room is only suitable for primary aged children which wasn't an issue for us though. The chill out room is great for kids to play, stairs are a little steep and exposed at the top but a toy box covered that part and wasnt an issue but others would need to be aware if they have smaller children. Cottage generally clean, just a few cob webs in bathroom corners but otherwise clean duvets are showing their age and could do with replacing. The small front garden isn't enclosed but that's stated on the site but gets the sun during the day which is good. Overall good and we enjoyed our stay.

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• Julie - Verified booking

  We enjoyed our stay at the Shippen very much.

  Its in a lovley scenic location, away from everything with countryside views but close enough for visits to Seaton,Budleigh Salterton,Exmouth,Sidmouth etc so it provided an ideal base for us. The owners Sue & Simon are available for advice if needed & left us fresh eggs,milk,apple juice & lovley cake. Our cottage was well equipped with a homely feel to it. We had a 4 berth cottage all ground floor & there are 2 more holiday lets there too (not single storey) so a larger family group could go together. Although we didn’t use it,except to borrow dvds,the large gamesroom provided,table football,ping pong table,games,books,dvds & there were sofas to sit on too,it must be a great bonus for parents in wet weather! There are facilities for laundry in a nearby shared utility room,& good recycling boxes in the barn housing the bins,all clearly labelled so no guesswork! Outside there are ducks,chickens ,a crowing cockerel & some cows so any doggy visitors need to be on their leads! The Shippen has a patio with chairs & table for use on warmer days and there’s a nice grassed orchard garden to the rear of the cottages available for guests to use. It’s perfect for countryside lovers who want to get away from it all.

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• Peter - Verified booking

  The Shippen at Northleigh Farm is well away from the hustle and bustle of the major seaside towns.

  For anyone who wants to get away to be deep in Devon countryside, where the only passing traffic is the local farmer on his tractor or a local going off to the shops. This is the place for you. The lanes surrounding the village of Northleigh are typically Devon ie narrow with high sides topped with 6 ft hedges. Good for long walks. The tourist traffic is well away to the north and south, so its only locals on the road. One day we met 2 cars en-route to Colyton , a distance of 4 miles. Sue is on hand in the background should you need to ask anything, but leaves you alone the rest of the time. A nice surprise was the home made cakes and bottle of apple juice made from the apples in the paddock. A good holiday was had at The Shippen.

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• Neil - Verified booking

  Thoroughly enjoyed our weeks stay at the Honey Bee & would definitely return.

  The peace & quiet was wonderful. Our accommodation was excellent & very spacious considering we had our Great Dane with us ! Prior to going I contacted the owners as I needed extra freezer space . They were able to provide me with a table top freezer for a very small cost of £10 for the week which I was more than happy with . There are two folders containing information of places to go , pubs , restaurants etc & many beautiful walks . The owners Sue & Les have done an amazing job throughout & have thought of everything that you may need whilst there . One of the best places I have stayed . I Highly recommend the Honey Bee & will definitely return. Only downside was having to come home ! Thank you Les .

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• Alison - Verified booking

  Lovely location and very nice cottage.

  We enjoyed the walks around the estate and the welcome pack was a nice touch. Excellent shower and playroom area for children plus lots of games which was a very thoughtful touch and much appreciated by our 7 year old! The only issue we had was heat - it was a chilly February weekend and despite extra fan heaters, it was really cold at night. No extra blankets provided and an extremely thin duvet for a winters holiday. The bed was very uncomfortable and we woke rather exhausted instead of rested. As we don’t get much chance to get away, it was a bit of a disappointment. Am sure the cottage is stunning in the summer months and a real treasure.

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