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2 Guests
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1 Bedroom
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1 Bathroom
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Pets Yes
Features
- Off road parking
- Ground floor accommodation
- Ground floor bedroom
- Garden / Patio
- Cot available
- Highchair available
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
71 Customer Reviews
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"A really restful cottage and excellent hosts in Michael and Elaine."
We would recommend it to anyone. Would love to come back in the summer!
Good morning. It was a pleasure to meet you both. So pleased you enjoyed your stay & would love to see you again. Regards Property Owner
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"We loved the place it was nice and quiet and the scenery was beautiful Elaine ..."
We loved the place it was nice and quiet and the scenery was beautiful Elaine and Michael made us feel welcome we definitely coming back in the future we love the walks to lynmouth
Thank you. Property Owner
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"Extremely comfortable cottage."
Excellent hosts.
Morning. Thank you for your review & for choosing to stay with us. Much appreciated. So glad the cottage was suitable for you, too. Property Owner
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"Nicely appointed accommodation with everything required available."
Lovely hosts who were very friendly and accommodating, nothing too much trouble. Had a cream tea awaiting on arrival which much appreciated after a long journey. Just one small suggestion, a small chiminea would supply outside heat and cooking ability when sitting in garden of an evening instead of the small kettle BBQ. This is not a major thing however and does not detract from accommodation in beautiful surroundings and for which my wife and I are looking forward to going back again.
Thank you so much for your feedback, Bernard. Much appreciated. The idea of a small chiminea, particularly with this year's summer, is a superb idea. Pleasure to meet you both. Regards. We look forward to your return. Property Owner
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"Had a lovely stay at Jack's Nest."
Very remote, beautiful surroundings. Elaine was a wonderful host, very friendly. The cottage was spotlessly clean and very spacious for the two of us and our dog. The little private garden was great with lovely views and very secure for the dog. The only minor (and they are very minor) negatives are that the bed wasn't the most comfortable and the duvet was far too hot for the lovely weather we had. The fridge never got very cold despite us turning it right up and probably needs replacing. We had an amazing time and would definitely return in the future.
Thank you for your feedback. I'm sorry to hear you found that the bed wasn't, for you, the most comfortable. Yes, an extremely hot few days, whilst you stayed. I will look at fridge, although it is not old at all. Apologies for this. I'm glad, otherwise, you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you for your comments. Property Owner
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"Lovey and quite, it was very comfortable and well equipped."
, exactly as listed, a great place to relax and unwind It would however benefit from a smart TV, luckily I brought a Firestick with me, I guess not crucial if you are out all day and night, but handy if you just want a day or so of staying in. the internet was adequate. Host very helpful and welcoming, and helpful with any queries regarding the local area A great place to explore and come back to relax and enjoy the quite and admire the view . a credit to Elaine and Michael
Thank you for your feedback. We are considering the purchase of a smart TV - thanks again. Lovely to meet you both. Regards Property Owner
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"Jacks Nest is a very comfortable and well appointed cottage."
It is near to a wealth of interesting and beautiful places to explore. The hosts, Michael and Elaine as well as Ben are friendly and welcoming and keen to help and offer advice on things to do and dee in north Devon.
Hi to you both. It was a pleasure meeting you both. Thank you for your comments. Much appreciated. Property Owner
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"We had a fabulous stay at Jacks Nest."
The accommodation is superb, surroundings peaceful and the added benefit of a stunning open field for our pup to play in ticked every box for us. The hosts, Elaine, Michael & Ben are extremely helpful, nothing was too much trouble and they made us feel exceptionally welcome. We will definitely return!! Five stars ⭐️
Thank you so much.! Seeing Harvey racing around, he showed he was happy. So glad. It was a pleasure to meet you all & would love to see you again. Regards to all. Property Owner
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"It was such a pleasure to stay at Jack’s Nest - it was the perfect retreat to relax and get away for a week."
Elaine was very friendly and welcoming and the cottage was spotless, and had everything we needed. Levi our dog had a wonderful time and we would highly recommend this cottage to anyone who wanted a farm based retreat away from the crowds but still close enough to get out and about to visit local towns and villages as well as some beaches. We can't wait to come back! Very many thanks Carol, Mark and Levi
Thank you so much.! The pleasure was ours, also. So glad 'Jack' s Nest' fitted the bill! Looking forward to seeing you again & Levi, too. Property Owner
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"The owners elaine and michael were very nice and helpful."
Gave lots of info on where to visit. The accommodation was lovely clean and bright had everything that you needed to enjoy your stay. There dog ben was very friendly with our dog chico.
Hi Paula It was a pleasure to meet you both & Chico, of course. Pleased you enjoyed your holiday. Thank you. Property Owner
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"Brilliant little hideaway."
All on one level with parking nice and close. An excellent choice for anyone with mobility difficulties - but equally good for the able bodied
I apologise for the delay in replying. Thank you, your comments are much appreciated. Regards. Property Owner
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"We were met on arrival by Elaine and benny the dog, and Elaine could not have been more helpful with places to visit."
The cottage was very clean, warm and welcoming, with a cream tea waiting, this was an amazing touch. The cottage felt like a home from home and we be very happy to stay here again. We will be spreading the word about our stay as we loved it. Elaine, Michael and benny keep doing what you’re doing!
So glad you enjoyed your stay with us. The feeling was mutual! And thank you. We will keep trying to do so. Regards to you both. Property Owner
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"My husband and myself had a fantastic week at this cottage, it was very relaxing the cleanliness was second to none Elaine and Michael couldn't have been mor accommodating."
Have to mention Benny (the dog) who would come and say hello on return from our daily trips. Would highly recommend this accommodation.
Hi Sandy. Thank you for your review. Glad you e joyed a relaxing time staying with us. Ben does enjoy greeting everyone. Thank you. Property Owner
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"It was a pleasure to stay at Jack’s Nest."
Elaine was very friendly and welcoming and the spacious cottage was spotless, and very well appointed with everything any one might need. Would throughly recommend to anyone who wanted a farm based retreat away from the crowds. Many thanks Ian and Bernadette.
Thank you Ian & Bernadette for your kind feedback. The pleasure having you stay here, was all mine. Regards to you both. Property Owner
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"The holiday cottage was above expectations and the host was warm and welcoming, ..."
The holiday cottage was above expectations and the host was warm and welcoming, the location is excellent to see North or South Devon, it’s a great credit to the owner and I would recommend,
Thank you Joy. Your comments were much appreciated. Property Owner
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"The cottage was as described by Sykes and was very clean."
It was very well equipped. The only thing that might be helpful to less mobile guests would be hand rails in the shower and toilet areas. The owners were very friendly and helpful.
Thank you Michael for your comments. We'd had the conversation, regarding hand rails & even though there is one long one at entrance, yes, anoter would be helpful. We are looking ingo this. Thank you again. Property Owner
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"Jacks Nest was the perfect accommodation for me,I loved the setting and it was lovely to sit outside in the evening with a glass of wine and relax after a day out."
The cottage is very well equipped and clean and Elaine was the perfect host,even contacting me after I had left to inform me that I had left an item of clothing and arranging for me to collect it. I would certainly stay here again in the future.
Thank you Terry. So glad the weather was perfect to sit in the garden & for you to enjoy it. You're most welcome - call, regarding item left behind. Perhaps we'll see you again. Property Owner
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"Fantastic cottage."
Warm, clean, comfortable and spacious. Very friendly hosts. Highly recommended and I would certainly stay here again.
Good Morning Angela Thank you for your comments. I hope you had a safe journey home & if ever you are visiting in our area, we'd love to see you again. Property Owner
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"Elaine was the perfect hostess, the cottage was the perfect place to stay too!"
Spotlessly clean, comfortable, warm and cosy. Will definitely recommend to family and friends.
Thank you Elaine. So pleased everything was OK for you. A pleasure to meet you & thank you for recommending us to your family. All the best. Property Owner
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"We have had a wonderful week at Jacks Nest!"
The cottage was extremely comfortable and was perfect for our week away! We were sad to leave and most definitely will be going back! Thank you so much for the cream tea on arrival - very much appreciated by us both!
Morning John & Lorraine. So glad you e joyed your stay with us. Comments much appreciated. Thank you. Property Owner
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"Would highly recommend to anyone looking for a quiet comfortable getaway"
Hello to you both. Thank you for your recommendation for Jack's Nest . Much appreciated. Lovely to have met you. Property Owner
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"Very nice accommodation."
..Hosts Elaine and Michael we're lovely.. No more than an hour from most places of interest.
It was lovely to have met you both. Thank you for your feedback. Property Owner
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"Lovely, helpful host."
Everything there that we needed. Nice and accessible to those with mobility difficulties which is important to us. Lovely views from the property. Nice touches such as the cream tea and milk in the fridge on arrival. Much appreciated. Clean. Comfy. Enjoyed our stay.
We are so glad that you found the bathroom/shower room accessible for you, as each person's needs are different. It is much appreciated to read your positive comments & glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Thank you. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely week here as part of our Ruby wedding anniversary treat."
The cottage is well presented, in a great situation and Elaine and Michael are very friendly.
Well, you kept your anniversary a secret !! Belated Anniversary Grettings from us. So glad you enjoyed your stay & it was lovely to meet you both. Thank you. Property Owner
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"Perfect little place for us and the dog, Mabel."
She loved the field next door as it was totally secure and could run free. Beautiful location, tucked away in the devon countryside.
Thank you Beth. Pleased that Mabel enjoyed the field. It was lovely to meet you all. Property Owner
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"We have stayed at a great many holiday properties over the last 30 years and this one is way up amongst the best."
The quality of the property was matched by the kindness of the owner. Thoroughly recommended.
Your comments are so very much appreciated. A big thank you to you both. It was a pleasure to meet you & we thoroughly enjoyed your company. Also having been able to meet 'our Swallows ' so closely! Property Owner
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"A perfect place to stay, beautiful views, fantastic welcome, and a friendly environment."
Beautiful walks, and fantastic pubs within a small drive away. We just loved our stay, and our daily greeting by Ben the dog was just a delight too. Thank you Elaine and Michael
Thank you to you both. We enjoyed meeting you, as obviously Ben did too.! Glad you enjoyed it. Property Owner
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"Really lovely cottage everything you could want to make the holiday great Elaine and Michael made us so welcome and both gave us so much interesting information about places to visit and things to see."
Cream tea was very welcome on our arrival. Would love to visit again in the future. Enjoyed meeting Ben and our spaniel Megan enjoyed her stay too. Bob & Carol
Thank you Bob & Carol for such lovely comments. It was a pleasure to meet you all too. Glad the information was useful!! And of course we'd love to see you again. Property Owner
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"Mrs Cole was extremely helpful and welcoming."
. We were treated as members of a family. The generously-donated rose cutting has pride of place on our patio.
Glad you enjoyed your stay & thank you. I would love to know if the rose grows well (especially with such a dry time). Property Owner
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"Excellent cottage Elaine and Michael could not have been more helpful Elaine went out of her way to print walks of the area."
And information.The cottage had all the comforts.Including cream Tea on our Arrival.
Thank you. It was a pleasure to help you. Not a problem. Glad you enjoyed your cream tea too. Property Owner
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"Elaine and Michael were the perfect hosts, very friendly."
We enjoyed our week in Jack’s nest, a very clean and comfortable accommodation, it felt like home from home. We enjoyed the cream tea and eggs that were waiting for us on our arrival. We would definitely return to this accommodation and recommend it. Ben (the dog) was there to greet us when we returned from our days out.
Thank you Brenda for the feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay & would love to see you again. Yes, Ben does like to welcome everyone! Property Owner
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"Lovely stay."
Brilliant place to take dogs. We loved it!
Thank you Rian. Glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
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"A very comfortable cottage, well furnished and equipped with everything we needed and more."
Highly recommended.
Thank you. Comments very much appreciated. So pleased you found everything you required ( & more). Property Owner
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"Wonderful little place where you can relax."
Beautiful scenery. Wonderful hosts (including Ben).
Morning Ann-Marie. Thank you for your feedback. Glad you enjoyed your stay & I will pass your message to Ben. Thank you. Property Owner
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"Highly recommend this cottage for people with mobility problems."
Everything provided to make your stay comfortable. Hosts were lovely friendly couple who looked after us very well during power cut due to "storm Eunice".
Thank you very much for your comments regarding customers who may have mobility problems. Pleased that Jack's Nest was so suitable. Yes, we survived Storm Eunice! Property Owner
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"A lovely new year break away, unfortunately had to be cut short due to illness, would book again as it was a lovely cosy place to stay with everything you need, Elaine & Michael were very friendly and helpful."
Thank you. I do hope you are feeling better & we would be delighted if you came to stay again. Property Owner
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"We had a lovely stay, jacks nest has everything you need, comfortable cottage."
Beautiful views good location. Elaine is so friendly.
"Thank you for review. & comments. Much appreciated." Property Owner
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"We have just had a wonderful weeks holiday staying at Jacks nest ."
The hosts Elaine and Michael were so helpful and our welcome tray and flowers so thoughtful . Would highly recommend.
Thank you very much for your feedback, much appreciated. So pleased that you enjoyed your welcome tray & the stay with us. Property Owner
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"Hoste Elaine, Michael and Ben the dog were very friendly and welcoming."
Cottage was very clean and everything we needed to make our stay comfortable. Quiet and peaceful location with great views. Good central location for trips out. Would highly recommended
Thank you for your feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay and it was lovely to meet you. Property Owner
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"We had such a fabulous week staying in Jack’s Nest."
It had everything you could of wished for & more. The hosts Elaine & Michael (& Ben the dog) were lovely & always available if you needed anything. We would highly recommend it to family & friends & would definitely stay again. Thank you for a wonderful week, even though the weather wasn’t the best it didn’t stop us from venturing out & walking to visit the surrounding areas. Mel, Clive & Joel the dog :)
Thank you for your feedback and recommendation. We are glad you enjoyed your stay with us. Property Owner
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"Booking through Sykes Cottages was very easy and uncomplicated, the cottage far exceeded our expectations We will be booking through Sykes again."
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"Excellent Welcome from the dog Elaine friendliness cream tea."
very comfortable easy parking / unloading very peaceful excellent scenery - rolloing hills amd sheep
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"Elaine and Michael the owners were great."
They were friendly, welcoming and left us a lovely cream tea on arrival. The cottage itself was much bigger than it looked in the photos and the wet room was just ideal. I use a wheelchair and I have to say that the accessible area was the best I have had in any holiday home. Both entrys easily gained. Everything you need is here in this cottage, together with the beautiful location. What more do you want? We will be coming back as soon as possible.
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"Beautiful scenery."
Exceptional cottage with everything you need for your holiday. Would definitely visit again Hosts were amazing.
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"Jacks Nest is a comfortable, well presented cottage with everything available that's needed for a good self-catering experience."
The surrounding countryside is lovely with far reaching views towards Exmoor. Elaine and Michael were very friendly and helpful and Ben their dog was very welcoming and playful.
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"We have just spent a lovely relaxing time at Jacks nest holiday cottage."
The lovely hosts made us feel very welcome and went out of their way to make sure we had a great time. Everything about the cottage and the area was perfect!
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"A perfect place to stay during these mad times, as once you have been out during the day you can come back to the cottage and feel absolutely safe and secure."
The host was very friendly and helpful. And Ben the collie was a joy.
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"Myself and my partner and Yorkshire terrier had a amazing time."
Wonderful peaceful location but still near shops etc.Elaine & family made us feel at home and Daily visits from Ben the farm dog was lovely for us & Rosie. We would definitely visit jacks nest again and have told friends and family about it
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"We had a wonderful time at Jacks Nest."
The property was modern, clean and within easy reach of many beautiful locations. We were provided with a very warm welcome and had everything we needed. It was also perfect for our dog. We would definetly return and recommend it to family and friends. Thank you!
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"The cottage was just perfect in the perfect location."
Elaine gave me a warm welcome as did Ben the sheepdog. There was a lovely cream tea on arrival. The cottage was home from home, everything had been thought of and there was every comfort. The fully enclosed garden was perfect for Toffee, my dog. We enjoyed various walks from the door. It was a lovely relaxing holiday and so nice to park the car, unpack it and forget it. I highly recommend a stay here.
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"Lovely little cottage, lovely hosts, enjoyed our stay very much and will return if we visit Devon again"
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"Just amazing from start to finish."
A completely relaxing break with amazing hosts nothing was too much trouble for Elaine and Michael. Thank you so much Elaine and Michael for making us so welcome.
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"Jack's nest provided a comfortable relaxing home from home retreat hosts were warm and welcoming nothing was too much trouble."
A central position to travel out to other areas of interest.
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"A very good holiday and the hosts were EXCELLENT."
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"Jack's nest was absolutely beautiful."
Everything we want wanted and more. On arrival we were greeted with tea, coffee, scones, jam and clotted cream. The owners of the cottage were a wonderful couple and they couldn't do enough for us. The cottage is ideally situated on a working farm with lovely views. We had a lovely week there with prefect weather and my two springer spaniels had loads of fun. Highly recommend.
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"Jack's Nest was the perfect place for a quiet relaxing holiday."
The cottage was well equipped, comfortable and Michael and Elaine and Ben (the collie) made me feel very welcome. The cottage was well located to visit Exmoor, MInehead, Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and Bideford. There is a dog-friendly beach at Saunton Sands, north of Barnstaple, which has miles of sandy beach to explore off the lead.
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"Great location."
Friendly owners on hand. My wife got to cuddle a new born lamb which she had wanted to do for years!!
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"Great place to stay!"
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"Friendly welcome."
Enjoyed our break
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"Elaine the owner was very friendly and helpful."
Enjoyed the cream tea she provided. Nothing was too much trouble and the cottage was outstanding with lovely views. Ben the sheepdog was very entertaining.
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"Perfect holiday cottage and lovely hosts, couldn't have asked for better!"
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"Elaine and michael make you feel very welcome as does ben (their dog)."
there was everything we could possibly need in the cottage, it is a real home from home we were sorry to leave.
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"You couldn’t wish to meet a nicer couple than Elaine and Michael."
They were very friendly and welcoming. The homemade cream tea on arrival was a delightful extra touch. They also checked throughout the week that we had everything we needed without being intrusive. The cottage was spacious, comfortable and very well equipped. The outdoor space was fully enclosed and perfect for our dogs. It’s very well positioned to go out and about to see lots of local sites. Hopefully we will be able to have a return visit. Would not hesitate to recommend this property.
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"Would definitely recommend Jack's Nest if you want a peaceful get away from it all holiday, comfortable cottage with everything you need, attentive hosts but not in your face, great location for exploring Devon."
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"Elaine & Michael Cole were excellent hosts, A lovely Devon cream tea was ready on our arrival,the cottage was in an idyllic location,very quiet & peaceful, everything could not have been better."
From Gloria & Derek.
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"Superb hosts/situation."
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"Elaine was most welcoming, and catered to our every wish."
She was incredibly helpful, and ensured that we wanted for nothing. Highly recommended.
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"The owners Michele & Elaine was very welcoming and made sure you had a perfect holiday there was lots of information in the cottage on were to visit in the area we went to Dunster Castle ,Minehead ,Arlington Court but the views from the cottage was fantastic we got snowed in while there Michele and Elaine made sure we was cared for Elaine brought us a flask of homemade soup which was delicous."
They took time out from the lambing to look after us and with being snowed in kept us informed of the situation until we could leave the cottage safely and guided us up the hill from the farm Michele & Elaine a big thank you from Pete and Lynda Hope the lambs are well
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"A fantastic holiday cottage."
The owners are extremely welcoming and friendly. I would highly recommend Jacks Nest to anybody
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"Fantastic holiday."
Hosts very welcoming and helpful. Cottage 10+.
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"First time we have booked with you and it was fantastic, can not wait to book again."
Thank you.
Summary
- All ground floor
- One double bedroom
- Shower room with walk-in shower with seat and handrails, basin and WC
- Open plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
- Oil central heating
- Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, CD/radio, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
- Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Travel cot and highchair on request
- One guest bed shared between both properties available on request
- Off road parking for 1 car
- Enclosed lawned garden with furniture and BBQ
- One well-behaved dog welcome
- Sorry, no smoking
- Shop and pub 3 miles.
The property
This delightful detached single-storey barn conversion has an open plan living area, double bedroom and bathroom.
The wide doorways and laminated wooden floors throughout make it ideal for wheelchair users, and the bathroom has a shower with seat and handrails making it easier to use for the less able.
There is one sofa and 2 reclining chairs both faux leather, and modern furnishings, giving a welcoming feel and the wonderful countryside views give a sense of peace and relaxation.
Note: This property is opposite Ref. 934511, together they sleep 6.
Poadmarsh Farm Cottages
South Molton 6 miles. These two detached holiday cottages are situated on the owners’ working sheep farm, on the edge of Exmoor, and close to the market town of South Molton in Devon. Approached along a private lane, the original 18th century barn conversions have been renovated with much care to provide a welcoming and comfortable home from home. Both of these delightful cottages provide a convenient base for families and friends who wish to explore the wonderful Exmoor National Park and North Devon coast. Jack’s Nest is all on one level and may be suitable for less able guests with fabulous views across the farm meadows, providing a quiet setting for a holiday for two within this part of Devon. Owl’s Nest on the other hand is a two-storey cottage sleeping four people. This welcoming cottage is surrounded by green meadows and has far reaching views towards Exmoor, making it a peaceful place to stay. Outside, both cottages have their own enclosed lawned garden and BBQ area. The friendly owners welcome guests to lend a hand on the farm, so why not have a go at bottle feeding the new born lambs in springtime or discover the footpaths that lead from the farm through the lovely landscape providing easy walks from your door. The location is perfect for those who would like to explore the area; with Exmoor just across the valley you can enjoy a variety of landscapes, exhilarating walks, an abundance of wildlife and cosy pubs. The stunning North Devon coastline is just a 30 minute drive and offers rocky coves; sandy beaches and everything in-between; surfing, hiking, rook pooling, crabbing or simply relaxing! A 10-minute drive takes you to the town of South Molton, with its well-known pannier market selling local produce, Quince Honey, a family run working bee farm, Melchior Chocolates and a good selection of independent shops, pubs and cafés. Jack’s Nest and Owl’s Nest provide quality accommodation with a huge welcome in a stunning rural setting.
About the location
SOUTH MOLTON
Combe Martin 19 miles; Ilfracombe 24 miles; Woolacombe 25 miles.
The attractive market town of South Molton is known as The Gateway to Exmoor and is ideally placed in North Devon, boasting a range of shops, amenities and a twice weekly market. Being pleasantly situated not far from both coastal and inland beauty spots it will suit visitors of all tastes. In close proximity are forests, moors, rivers and coast, with churches and other buildings of historical significance. Residents find the quiet charm of the area attractive and visitors soon experience the sense of civic pride held by the locals. There is superb walking on the South West Coast Path and the North Devon beaches are varied and interesting. Visit the National Trust's Watersmeet Gorge, Valley of the Rocks and the funicular cliff railway. Up on Exmoor, there are various walks to suit all abilities, as well as highlights such as Tarr Steps, Landacre Bridge and the village of Withypool. Further afield, the resorts of Ilfracombe and Combe Martin are well worth a visit, and for some of the best beaches in the country, visit Woolacombe and Saunton and Croyde.
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute
- Christmas