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We had an absolutely fantastic time and Penny was superb. Very kind, flexible and available. The house was a dream as were the grounds as an added bonus. Well worth a walk! Very much appreciated the added touches of luxury such as hand soaps, candles and items! The small things go a long way.

A place for family bonding and peace.

Rosalind welcomed us when we arrived and let us in. She had baked a lovely cake for us and there was all we needed to make tea and coffee before we shopped. The cottage was well presented and was all we needed for our stay. We did however discover that the upstairs floor creaked a great deal and that a visit to the loo in the middle of the night could not be kept a personal secret. This and the weak and intermittent WiFi were the only factors that were disappointing during our weeks stay.

Fantastic felt so welcome, wonderful lodge, way above expectations. Staff were unbelievable we will definitely be booking again there very soon.

We had the best time at this beautiful cottage. It was stocked with everything we needed including lovely comfortable bed sheets and towels. The grounds were stunning and kept emaculate. The owner Liz was so inviting and truly look after us on our arrival and thereafter if we had any quieries on the local surroundings. Our dog was also made very welcome. I highly recommed staying here and won't hesitate in returning with my family or maybe next time with friends. We thank you for such a delightful experience. Claire and family :-)

We had a lovely long weekend at Hutchinghayes for a family birthday. The barn was beautifully decorated and well equipped, also having an excellent view over the lake on the stunning grounds. Sadly the weather left a bit to be desired but the barn was so cosy that we were happy to wait it out indoors next to the fire. The barn is well situated for exploring the Devon/Dorset border and we hope to visit again in the future.

Stunning house and location, with large and extensive gardens. The perfect place to relax and recharge, with easy access to the Devonshire coast for those wanting to explore. Liz was an excellent host, making us feel at ease, and giving us great insight into the surrounding area. Could not recommend highly enough.

Tracy made us feel very welcome with a tour of her veg patch complete with a taster session of fruit and veg for our 2 year old, a visit to her Alpacas and use of their wellies for walks in the area. The loft was cosy, comfortable and warm. Thanks for a lovely and memorable stay

Tracey was extremely welcoming and helpful to the three of us. She was happy to meet us late on a Friday night when we arrived. Her apartment is very cosy. The seating area outside was wonderful for breakfast. The location is fabulous and very peaceful. We loved mixing with her alpacas and having two of her cats visit us and walking from the flat across the fields to the ruins of an abbey. We had a lovely, long weekend and hope to return.

Dal momento in cui ho incontrato Tracy sapevo il nostro soggiorno nel suo bel loft sarebbe eccezionale. Ottimi padroni di casa, ottima posizione per una vacanza tranquilla nella campagna, ottime sistemazioni ... avremmo voluto rimanere di più. Mi farà visitare Tracey nuovo di sicuro!

Ci hanno fatto sentire estremamente benvenuti da Tracey che poi ci ha mostrato il suo straordinario loft che era molto confortevole e un piacere stare in ... Tracey anche fornito una grande lista di locali della zona. Abbiamo provato il primo della lista - Il pub Catherine Wheel e aveva un ottimo pasto lì. Tracey ha una ricchezza di conoscenza locale e contatti e stivali di gomma anche dovuto dare noi per una passeggiata locale.

Brilliant location and lovely apartment. We stayed with our 21month old who loved the alpacas and cats. The apartment was beautifully done and lots of lovely finishing touches. Tracey made us feel very at home and we hope to come back!

Tracy è stato grande e ci ha fatto sentire completamente a casa. E 'stato un bel posto, e siamo stati benissimo.

Some friends and I stayed for two nights at the Old Kennels as we were in the area for a wedding nearby. The property was lovely with gorgeous detailing throughout ranging from picnic baskets for use, kids activities, games and all sorts.Tracey the host was extremely helpful and so friendly, offering us guidance on all our questions. The views from the property are exquisite and we would recommend going for a walk around the area, of course making sure to say hello to the alpacas on your way past. The house is gorgeous and I would 100% stay here again. A little piece of heaven!

We had a really enjoyable stay in this gorgeous loft in Devon. The location was so beautiful and tranquil, accommodation was delightful with lots of really lovely personal touches in the design and service of the property. Tracey was really welcoming and incredibly accommodating - we had a truly magical escape from London for the weekend!

We had a very enjoyable stay at Orchard Barn. It was very well equipped, clean, spacious and surrounded by beautiful house gardens in a wonderful location. We booked the house for a small family party and it proved perfect for this despite awful weather! The hosts provided two high-chairs for us and had also offered cots which we didn't require. I would happily recommend it for a weekend in the country.

Greg and Fiona made us very welcome and told us all about the area and where to go and what to do. The tea and mince pies went down a treat! This is a lovely place to stay. There is a wood burning stove in the dining / sitting area, which really adds to the homeliness of the place. It's warm and cosy, perfect after a days walking in the hills. The house is surrounded by fields and hedges and woodland, and really accessible on the A30 / A303 - easy to find. Close by you can walk up to the tumulus for an amazing view of the area. We stayed over Christmas, and walked over the Blackdown hills and drove down to the Jurassic coast for fossil hunting and wonderful cliff / coastal walks, stunning views across the bays, shimmering with the soft colours of winter. Honiton is a market town, with lots of interesting shops, proper butchers, bakers, grocers, a post office and supermarkets on the periphery. The house was very clean, with 2 bathrooms (one for mum and dad). The room in the roof is ideal for a large family, who can watch films on the TV screen, lying on the massive bean bags. We enjoyed ourselves immensely. And would recommend this to everyone.

Fiona welcomed us with a confirmation email, and there was a welcome tray of tea milk etc. They left us do our own thing from the well equiped house which was great and seemed to be on hand if were to need them. A very well located base near Honiton to explore Devon, both north and south. The house is in a rural location but is in a small farm business park so is not as remote as we expected, but the house itself is excellent.

Lovely place to stay in a lovely area, we really enjoyed ourselves. Fiona and Greg were very welcoming, and even gave us a great lunch recommendation for Lyme Regis (Hix). The place was spotless and grounds beautiful

What a lovely stay. Just one problem, we didn't stay for long enough. This is a great location for families and folks who enjoy beautiful English country walks and the seaside. I stayed with my wife and four children and the Barn was perfect. Greg, Fiona and family made us feel very welcome from the moment we arrived. We will definitely be back as we never managed to find time to walk to the iron age fort or the magical wood.

We had a fabulous Christmas at orchard barn, the cottage was extremely spacious for 6 of us, and there was a very well equipped kitchen to cook our Christmas dinner. The walks were splendid and beaches not far away, sidmouth was 20 mins away and allows dogs in the winter months Fiona was fabulous and looked after us throughout our stay and giving us bits and bobs that we had forgotten! The under floor hearing made sure we were all toasty and the wood burner was very effective! Was a perfect get away we thoroughly enjoyed ourselves

We booked the cottage because we were going to a wedding a Deer Park. The cottage was in a good location with only a short drive to the town's high street and the wedding venue. The owners were very helpful in providing local taxi numbers before we arrived as we were not from the area. The cottage was a nice size for 6 adults to stay in comfortably and they made the cottage very welcoming by leaving bread, milk and tea and coffee. We really enjoyed our stay and would stay here again.

This is an amazing location surrounded by beautiful countryside and views from the grounds. The barn is comfortable and well equipped and Gregg and Fiona kept us well informed and made sure we had everything we needed without being intrusive. I would recommend it highly.

A little mini break to the shepards hut is definitely reccommended! Roger was brilliant, providing us with a cooler of milk, bread and eggs on arrival (which we're sorry we almost stole by the way!) A folder containing reccomendations for the local area was kept in the hut which really helps. We will definitely be coming back for a longer stay at some point in the future.

What a place! The Shepherds Hut is just perfect, it's spacious, clean and well equipped with the most amazing views, just what we wanted for a long weekend. Situated in the most beautiful secluded countryside come rain or shine. Roger was a fantastic host, even on standby when we got lost! Highly recommend, and definitely hoping to return!

We had a lovely time staying in the shepherd's hut despite the rain! Roger met us and showed us round and how to use everything which was very helpful. It was very warm and cozy and had everything we needed, and was in a stunning location. Would definitely recommend, winter or summer!

The most perfect few days, everything we could have wished for and more. A stunning location and a great host. A brilliant opportunity to get away from it all and have a go at living the simpler life. A haven for dog owners, I have never been somewhere so brilliantly suited and where they are not just allowed but really welcomed and designed for!

This was a magical break and soul restoring to be so secluded and close to nature. This is for people happy to "glamp" - with an outdoor loo and shower - while it was a tad too cold for the outdoor shower- we were fine with "showering" in front of the toasty warm fireplace Magical sweeping views over the valley and so peaceful in front of the pond with deer, pheasants and cows for neighbours- simply perfect. You will need to bring your own towels and wash cloths but all bed linen is supplied. The local pub has great food and Roger's eggs from his hens were the best we've ever tasted!

Roger was a great host. Good correspondence before our stay. The hut was perfect; everything we needed.. A simple life for a short time. Most welcome! Idyllic surroundings, peaceful & rejuvenating. Great location for exploring, or simply staying put & enjoying the beautiful views. Thanks so much!

Great stay away from it all - everything you need in a cosy hut. Left to our own devices but easy to get in contact if we needed anything else.

My boyfriend and I stayed in the shepherd's hut for two nights and had a thoroughly fab time! The hut has the most amazing view and is so peaceful - you'll only hear the cows! The location is great and Roger is an excellent host - leaving us a handy manual for the shower (outside) and fire. The only thing is that I feel we could have used a few more candles. I really recommend!

Great communication prior to arrival. Lovely welcome when we arrived including greetings card, home made flapjacks and brownies. Di made sure we had the essentials in for breakfast, milk, ham, cheese, jam, croissants, bread, tea, coffee etc. Fab location for us, we wanted somewhere a little out of the main tourist areas that we quiet and relaxing, this was ideal for us. Very secure, welcome packprovided, leaflet info, maps of the area, restaurant suggestions and you can easily ask Di if you have a question. A home from home. Comfortable, quiet and peaceful. Thank you, we would definitely recommend this property to others.

Fantastic booking experience. Quick communication and instructions. The accommodation itself was perfect! Clean, practical and cosy. The space is great for a couple and allows you complete privacy and sense of security. Great arrange of breakfast supplies to get you started and even better.. a fresh batch of brownies when we arrived! :) Top tips: 1. You definitely need a car 2. Go for a meal at the Tucker's Arms nearby. Fantastic food and portion sizes!

My son (2yrs) and I, thoroughly enjoyed our stay. We both felt very at home as it was cosy, warm and had everything we needed (and more!) We loved playing with Rosie the dog and seeing the lambs. Beautiful location and the cottage was easy to find and could come and go as and when through a secure electronic gate. Would love to stay again. Highly recommend!

Di and Dave were very welcoming and helpful hosts. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay here - out all day and returning to a cozy set of rooms in the evening. Our young children lived the play loft and it was a comfortable place for us to watch a film later on in the evening too. Would stay here again.

We had a wonderful stay at Mwendafye cottage! Check in was very straightforward and the hosts were flexible with our arrival time, as we arrived a little late due to traffic but this was not a problem. The flat was clean and very cosy - just right for two people. The bed was comfortable and the house was well stocked with everything we needed. Thank you Di for the very tasty breakfast, chocolate cake and duck eggs. The cottage was within driving distance of the sea and lots of lovely walks - perfect for us! We had dinner at the local Tucker's arms pub on the Sunday and they did an excellent roast dinner.

We had a fantastic ten day stay at 'Mwendafye'. Di and Dave were great hosts, made us feel extremely welcome and were so accommodating of a small family with a new baby that we didn't really want to leave! I couldn't recommend this beautiful property enough - it was spotless and has been finished to a high standard. It is very well located, whether you just want to stay and explore very close by or head out around Devon/Dorset and further afield. Absolutely great!

Di was an absolutely fantastic host. Before even arriving, Di went out of her way to make our journey to the cottage as easy as possible, ensuring we had clear directions. Upon arrival at the beautiful cottage, we were greeted with a lovely surprise of home baked scones which left us with big smiles on our faces after a long drive. Di is very attentive to detail and made sure our breakfast provisions suited our dietary needs, which is very thoughtful and kind. The cottage is beautiful, and makes for a a very cosy and pretty escape! The cottage had everything (and more), that you could possibly need, and it was a lovely home away from home. I would certainly recommend Mwendafye Cosy cottage to anyone I can't praise Di's hospitality enough. Thank you for a lovely stay!

Although we met Di only on arrival we were made to feel very much at home. We had an excellent stay at 'Mwendafye', the cottage was spotlessly clean and was very well equipped. The location is great, very quiet, but close to many attractions. The freshly baked scones and brownies were just the icing on the cake! We will without doubt be visiting again.