Watermill Cottages - 18th Century converted Mill 10 mins from beach

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Setting

Very narrow roads leading to it.

It has the most beautiful surroundings. It is something out of a fairy tale. Very dog friendly .. no need for a lead. The cottage had everything we needed and the river view made it that more special. Perfect get away for us and the dogs.

The drive is abit tricky but after a day or two u get used to it. WiFi was a little poor but you expect that with location. Be prepared for driving for days out but all part of the adventures.

Atmosphere its great.

I didn't aspect anything different. It's a rural place and cottage.

The peace and tranquiilty , the property had everything you wiuld need justblike home ftom home.

The road leading to the property is very steep and narrow, so extra care is needed. I would have liked a second t.v in another room as a family the kids would have different ideas on what to watch in the evenings.. and maybe a dishwasher.

Great location .. generally comfortable

The small room in the house with the bunk beds is not suitable for teenagers .. beds very wobbly as and barely any floor space in small room. Should only be allocated as a young children's room

Amazing hosts Beautiful location, loving location and surrounding area The cottage was amazing

The property is right by the river and deep in the valley with no through traffic so the whole place feels wonderfully private and safe, especially for young children and for our dog who made the most of it exploring the garden and the river together. There were lots of walks around the valley and some interesting local art and literary history involving the Jack Yeats and John Masefield. The house was comfortable and we had everything we needed to relax when we were there, including the use of the fire pit in the garden one night when we stayed out to stargaze. The place is beautiful and suited us perfectly for our family holiday.

The location is absolutely beautiful. Hosts were lovely.

Unfortunately the property felt quite damp. I think this is due to single glazing and being so close to stream. Some heaters and sockets didn't work. The egress was also an issue at the start due to a precarious hill climb on a hairpin bend. This was helped by new tyres and advice from host. Overall a great stay though.

The owner friendly and helpful. The accomodation clean, comfortabele and fully equipped.

Too many narrow sleep lanes to the property.

The ground of this property is excellent and the surrounds beautiful .

Road to get down to property slightly narrow but I guess it’s the same in most of the areas in Devon.

Es war ein gemütlich eingerichtetes und sauberes Cottage. Die Landschaft drumherum ein Traum. Wer Ruhe sucht, ist bei Watermill Cottages genau richtig. Der Bachlauf, die Vögel, die Natur lassen einen wirklich allen Stress vergessen. Nachhaltigkeit und Umweltbewusstsein wird bei ihnen groß geschrieben. Gill und Ian sind warmherzige Gastgeber und legen sehr viel Wert auf die Zufriedenheit ihrer Gäste. Wir waren mit 2 Teenagern dort und sehr zufrieden.

A very idyllic location, the kids really enjoyed paddling in the stream and using the trampoline. The drive to and from the property is a bit hairy with single track lanes, but it is rural Devon after all. Lovely beaches for kids in the area, Bantham beach was lovely. A really good choice if you are looking to get away from it all!

The property was a little dated inside but very clean. The driving was a bit much, but it is rural Devon.

So beautiful, amazing little hide away, the kids loved it, going in the stream, and seeing all the natural beauty of the countryside but yet so close to the sea 😁

Beautiful location

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The perfect location and beautiful house

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We loved the quaint little cottage. The location is a little out of the way but we thought that was part if the charm of the place. The family who run it were easily contactable and resolved a minor issue immediately. The view is incredible and being away from everything for a few days was great.

Like other reviews, the road in is a bit narrow but you do get used to it after one or two journeys so don't let it put you off. We have a fairly wide car and it was fine. We appreciated being off grid but the WiFi could be a bit more reliable for some basic use but it really isn't a major issue when it worked.

Stunning location and a complete switch off for us all. We took two dogs with us and the location was just perfect. Very clean and comfortable and would have no hesitation in recommending Barleycorn Cottage. Even though I struggle with mobility after climbing some steep steps into the property it is definitely worthwhile.

If you're a nervous driver then the drive from the A road is narrow and the steep access to the property has a few tight and blind turns but well worth it. The location is stunning.

The location was perfect for our family it was a lovely quiet haven. Our little girl loved a walk in the river and jumping on the trampoline.

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The location is even better than the photos suggest. The stream runs right beside the properties and is pretty vigorous. It actually provides power via some sort of turbine. It was deep enough for our Springer Spaniel to have a little swim, which she did every day. The access road only sees traffic for the few properties in this part of the valley and it is very quiet and peaceful. Although it is quite a steep sided valley, it gets a lot of sun. A note of caution - the roads in this area are narrow, twisting and very steep in places, with minimal passing places. Not a place to be in a rush.

We had a lovely, relaxing stay. The property was clean and comfortable with a private outdoor space.

There wasn't anything to dislike

Wonderful setting! Friendly people. Gorgeously comfy accommodation xx

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The river, the ducks, the facilities

The road to get there! Bit scary!

Very comfortable, well equipped cottage, lovely peaceful surroundings. Everything we needed was provided, no complaints from anyone!

The location is quite remote and the lane is very steep and narrow! The only thing we would have appreciated was a dishwasher.

Really good location, quiet and close with nature

Really poor Wifi signal even for just checking where to go

Very pretty, quiet location

The road down was a bit steep and narrow

We loved the peaceful setting of Barleycorn Cottage as its nestled beside a river, it was a joy to wake up to the sound of water and birds each morning. The cottage is full of charm, with a cosy fireplace, spacious bedrooms, and a well-equipped kitchen. The garden is a lovely space to relax, with seating, a swing by the river, and even mini football goals. The location is perfect for exploring the area, including a scenic walk to Blackpool Sands. The on-site EV charger was also really handy.

There is no dishwasher. The shower pressure was a bit low and the hot water ran out after two showers in the evenings, so we had to stagger them. Neither were big issues for us, just something to keep in mind.

The property was very beautiful the location was a little more rural than I anticipated breath taking views unfortunately I had accident the moment I stepped out the car so couldn’t stay longer than one night as I needed AE and we had arrived late and left the very next morning. We were welcomed and checked upon and offered help after my accident. The host accommodate a solution so I didn’t lose out on my whole booking. Would recommend this stay just be mindful of the roads in and out but this is to be expected with the location of the properties and pretty standard for most roads in Devon.

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Lovely space, great location. Cottage had everything we needed.

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Excellent and peaceful location with all amenities.

All great and very helpful hosts.

An amazing location to disconnect and enjoy quality time with the family.

The road in was quite tricky but with careful driving was accessible.

We loved staying in this cottage. It’s in an idyllic quiet rural spot beside a river. It was equipped with everything you could wish for, including a small bath and log burner. It was warm and cosy in the evenings when we came in and incredibly peaceful with no passing traffic. Far from the madding crowd in fact.

We found the lane to access the cottage a bit traumatic, even though we live down a narrow lane in the Cotswolds. Going down the hill was manageable, but our car struggled a bit going up on the sharp and very narrow double bend. We only have a Skoda Fabia: I guess it wouldn’t be a problem if you have a 4x4 !

lovely location and very friendly owners

The great location

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A secluded stay with nice walks and a stream for our dog to play in

No mirror in main bathroom so I was unable to shave..

Quietness

Two points. 1. We were not aware of outside steps to first floor entrance. We both suffer from poor knee condition (Linda had one knee replaced last year and the other was imminent. 2. The three piece sweet - although in good condition was not comfortable to relax in.

The location is beautiful and very peaceful .

Nothing to dislike

Beautiful cottage by a stream, perfect for a summer holiday retreat away. Devon is a lovely place to visit and this property was ideal.

The road getting to the property is a little steep and narrow, but after doing it once you get used to it.

Location was wonderful and peaceful.

Location was idyllic. I never thought you could be so far away from it all in England. The cottage was very comfortable and was perfect for our family group. The hosts were as charming as the accommodation!

Don't bring too big a car. Devon country lanes can be scary!

Watermill Cottages is a really unique place, in a secluded wooded valley next to a beautiful stream. Perfect for a relaxing break. We spotted grey wagtails by the water. We stayed in Crownwheel Cottage. It’s spacious, comfortable and well equipped, with a private garden of its own. There are more extensive gardens and woods to explore alongside the stream. The electric car charger onsite was a bonus. The beach is a short drive away. Gill and Iain were friendly and helpful if we needed anything. A great place to bring a dog.

The property was like stepping into a story book it was idyllic , there was plenty of parking , the garden was a children paradise and with trampoline and a zip line over the stream. There was everything you needed and it was very clean , there is no phone signal but is WiFi and even a EV charger.

The road to the property is interesting and could use with some of the branches trimming

The location was very nice. It was right next to water stream although we couldn’t sit out due to the rainy weather. The rooms were very clean and the owner was very helpful.

It lacked some basic amenities like there was not even a hand wash in the toilets . There were no towels and no toiletries like shower gel etc. As the property is in a secluded place and the nearest convenience store is about 20 mins away with difficult access due to very narrow country side roads, it became difficult for us to manage with small kids. There were no extra bin bags and we had to request the owner to provide us some. There is no dishwasher , which is what we don’t expect from a holiday home in such price.

Fantastic location

Be aware that there are ticks in woods so check your pet.

Amazing location and the cottage was clean and spacious.

Absolutely stunning property and well maintained. The location is unbelievable and everything was clear and well organised.

Nothing! It is hard to find but this is a good thing as it felt very safe especially with kids

Beautiful accommodation. Very good quality. Cosy and welcoming ,very comfortable beds ..lovely setting in wooded valley with lovely river running by .lovely host

Very narrow steep lane to reach property difficult to reach .don't know how we would have reversed if we met another car ! But very beautiful and peaceful location 😌

It was just lovely so peaceful and relaxing just what we needed

The area the surrounding it was just so picturesque just a perfect little gem

The location was great, remote and the grounds were great for the kids to explore.

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The setting is amazing in a valley with a river running adjacent to the property and right outside the terrace and kitchen window. The views are spectacular. The hosts are lively and very accommodating and live on site in the main Cottage and are there to welcome you. It’s pretty much as described. To our sup rice there was also a small water fall near to our terrace which was quite special. Very clean and well presented.

The lane to get there is difficult for the last mile I would say the lane is tight on corners to say the least if you have a big prestige car and don’t want to damage it. Take a view. However we did arrive in terrible storm conditions with wet leaves on the ground in a big car but did arrive safely thankfully being an confident driver. The directions on the website are good but I would only advise for confident drivers in winter.

Very quiet and secluded. Beautiful location and grounds. Hosts were very welcoming and helpful.

The narrow lane to get to the cottage.