Guests say
Oak Apple Cottage is a charming and peaceful retreat set in beautiful countryside near Honiton. Guests consistently praise its cosy atmosphere, stunning views, and high standards of cleanliness. The cottage is well-equipped and maintained, with friendly and helpful hosts who offer valuable local advice. While the rural location ensures tranquillity, it does mean a car is necessary, and access involves steps and narrow stairs, which may not suit everyone. Overall, the cottage is highly recommended for those seeking a restful and scenic getaway.
Multiple reviews highlight the cottage as very clean and well-presented, with high standards maintained throughout. No negative comments regarding cleanliness were noted.
The rural, tranquil setting and beautiful views are frequently praised. The location is ideal for exploring the south coast and local villages, though the need for a car and narrow access roads are mentioned as minor drawbacks.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy and comfortable, with restful stays reported. Some mention the cottage can be dark or cold in parts, and the stairs and steps may be challenging for those with mobility issues.
The cottage is well-equipped, with modern kitchen and bathroom facilities noted. Suggestions for improvement include more recycling bins, additional cutlery, and better WiFi. Maintenance and attention to detail are praised.
Hosts are repeatedly described as friendly, welcoming, and helpful, offering local recommendations. While some guests mention thoughtful touches, gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
A delightful romantic hideaway for two guests, close to the south Devon town of Honiton, Oak Apple Cottage is ideal at any time of the year..
Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, Woodburner
Kitchen/dining room: (5 Steps), Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bathroom: (1 Step), Bath With Shower Attachment, Walk-In Shower, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom: Galleried, Double (4ft 6in) Bed.
Electric central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Lawned garden with sitting-out area and garden furniture. 1 small dog welcome. Private parking for 1 car. No smoking. Please note: No children except babes in arms. This property has a natural water supply from a spring and there are 3 steps in the garden.. Located on the Blackdown Hills, a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, lies Oak Apple Cottage. Sitting in the grounds of the owner’s countryside home, this detached cottage is the perfect hideaway for the weekend or as a great base for a holiday spent touring this wonderful part of Devon. The cottage has been tastefully and thoughtfully furnished including a wood burner in the living room. Outside, there is a gravelled courtyard to enjoy a morning coffee and down some steps is a small private garden where you can relax in the tranquillity of the area plus some stunning views.
The nearby village of Upottery is 1 mile away and there are plenty of local walks into the Blackdown Hills in the surrounding area. During your stay there is much to see and do. The historic town of Honiton has a good range of amenities including a good number of antique shops. There is good access to the coast where you can sample the delights of Beer, Branscombe and Seaton. For those willing to travel further, there is access onto Dartmoor National Park, and Exeter has a lot to offer visitors. There are numerous National Trust properties in the area including Killerton, Castle Drogo and Knightshayes. The Jurassic Visitor Centre is worth a visit and there is golf, horse riding and fishing all available locally. Beach 16 miiles. Shop ½ mile, pub 1 mile.
Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Free WiFi
There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.
Small dog/s only allowed.
No children except babies in arms.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Reviews (14)
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Richard Clark
Really lovely location; very quiet, comfortable and very clean. Chris and Gill were friendly and pleasant to talk to. It's a beautiful area but we were there in July so the traffic on local roads was difficult at times but we would recommend the Sidmouth Arms. The parking isn't easy although Chris and Gill were keen to help, the wifi was very slow and weak and we would have preferred more cutlery; they were expecting tea drinkers not coffee drinkers. Otherwise, it was a really great place to stay in a verdant valley.
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Confirmed Guest
Very clean comfortable little cottage. Owners very friendly and helpful. We enjoyed our stay, nothing to complain about!
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Confirmed Guest
It’s a beautiful cottage with a very cosy feel. Beautiful views from the garden and very easy access to all locations.