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3 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
- Pub/shop < 1 mile
- Washing machine
- Dishwasher
- Broadband / WiFi
Reviews & Ratings
39 Customer Reviews
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"Well equipped, cosy and spotlessly clean property."
Large private garden area made it ideal for walking our dog in safety. Good location for touring Devon with many pubs serving delicious food. Don’t worry about the narrow lanes this is what gives Devon its unique character. Leslie
Your feedback is greatly appreciated. We are so pleased that you found the Cottage to be cosy and well equipped. Also that you enjoyed the location for exploring many of Devon's delights!! Property Owner
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"A beautiful cottage, well appointed and in immaculate condition."
We are very grateful for your kind words and are so glad to hear that you were happy with the Cottage. Property Owner
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"Our second stay at Grooms Cottage and we were as pleased with our booking as we were last year."
We are very happy to recommend this property.
We are delighted that you have been pleased with your second visit to and that you would be happy to recommend Grooms Cottage. Our sincerest thanks. Property Owner
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"A delightful stylish and extremely comfortable cottage,private garden."
The owner is very welcoming / helpful and has provided everything one needs for a relaxing self catering stay.Excellent kitchen and wet room together with light and airy living room with floor to,ceiling patio doors allowing the countryside in.Superb.
We so appreciate your thoughts and feedback, thank you very much. It is extremely pleasing to know that your stay was relaxing and that you enjoyed Grooms Cottage. Property Owner
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"Thank you for a great few days in this lovely cottage."
It was spotless, very well equipped and extremely comfortable. It’s easy to access all the lovely beaches from and great for walking the dogs. We couldn’t have asked for anything more and will be booking again. As a mum of teenagers it’s great to find somewhere we can just go and chill that meets all our needs. Thank you.
Thank you very much for your feedback. So delighted that you enjoyed the Cottage along with the countryside and beaches. We very much hope to see you again. Property Owner
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"Owners made us very welcome and we were very happy with our booking."
We are so pleased that you were happy with Grooms Cottage. Your thoughts are greatly appreciated. Property Owner
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"So glad that we found Grooms Cottage, from the welcome received from the owner together with flowers, coffee and prosecco to the extremely well equipped kitchen and comfortable furnishings throughout nothing has been missed and lots of extra touches making your stay even better."
Set in beautiful grounds and a great base for easy access to coastal areas and lovely inland forest walks. A little gem and we shall be returning soon.
Thank you so much for your very kind feedback and score. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay and we look forward to welcoming you back in the future. Property Owner
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"The cottage was really fabulous."
Beautifully fitted out and with a great attention to detail. The host was very helpful and responsive. The grounds were also lovely. The only improvement for us would be if the little terrace was enclosed. It did have a hedge but if there was also a small fence it would have been easier to let our dog potter in and out rather than have to tie her up just in case she wandered. It would also stop other dogs coming for an uninvited play date!
Thank you so much for your very kind comments and score. We will definitely take on board your comments about the terrace. Thank you for your feedback which is greatly appreciated. Property Owner
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"We stayed at Groom's Cottage as part of a group of 9 in 3 of the cottages, this being the smallest."
This was great for 2 but did lack a bit of cupboard space in the kitchen. It was Christmas however and you tend to have a lot of "stuff!" All the cottages are fabulously appointed and well positioned in a nice little village only about 30 mins from the coast and various great places to visit. Thoroughly recommend all the cottages and worked very well as a larger group all coming together in the largest for dinners. Diana was a fabulous host, thank you so much for a lovely stay, we would love to return.
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"Grooms Cottage was extremely well designed and contained everything needed to make our stay very comfortable."
We would highly recommend this property to any potential guests.
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"Wonderful relaxing cottage in great location."
We had a special week with our family who were in the cottage next door. Diana was very helpful and welcoming and nothing was too much trouble. A great place to explore the area. Even though the weather was not wall to wall sunshine the cottage was just like being at home. We really didn’t want to leave.
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"This was a return visit to Grooms Cottage because we liked & enjoyed it so much last year when we stayed there."
It did not disappoint. We had a lovely fortnight's stay. The weather was a little iffy for the first week but, because the cottage was so comfortable, it wasn't a problem staying indoors! Diana, the owner, couldn't have been more helpful & accommodating. I was impressed with the care taken in the freshening up, linen change & cleaning of the cottage for our second week. Fresh flowers, coffee pods & prosecco too. A welcome touch. The cottage is well placed for amenities (a village Community Shop, Ottery St Mary & Honiton) & site seeing. Lots of good walking in the area too. Thanks again, Mary & Dave
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"This was our second stay at Grooms Cottage after a break of five years, and equally as enjoyable as our first experience."
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"The most well equipped cottage we have ever stayed in, everything has been thought of."
A real home from home in a beautiful location.
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"We had a super week at Grooms Cottage."
Extremely comfortable, peaceful & with your every need catered for, (including our dog!) what more could you ask for. Well positioned between Ottery St Mary & Honiton & a very good Community Shop & pub almost on the doorstep. We'll be back, many thanks
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"Incredible stay at Grooms Cottage and a wonderful base to explore the surrounding area."
The property was absolutely perfect for 2 of us plus our black lab Daisy and we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The property was immaculate and we would 100% return again. Huge thanks to Diana who really was the perfect hostess
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"Amazing can not fault anything."
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"Very quiet and comfortable accommodation in a little village and on a lovely estate."
Friendly owners that greeted and then said goodbye at the end of week. Nice meal at local pub and friendly owners.
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"Beautiful property in a perfect setting."
Would recommend to family and friends. Diana kept us well well informed before and during our staff. 5 *****
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"Set in fabulous grounds with just the sound of birds singing."
So relaxing with plenty of places to visit
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"We had a great stay at Grooms Cottage, fantastic location for us in a wonderful setting."
Everything we needed was at hand and we had a very comfortable stay, a place we will be recommending to anyone visiting Devon.
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"A truly lovely property with everything we required for total comfort over Christmas whilst visiting family in the village."
We shall be returning …. Thank you Grooms Cottage
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"When it comes to booking places to stay, I take the time to do my research, especially when staying far from home."
This trip was only 1.5hrs from home and reasonably last minute. So pleased I applied my usual OCD level of research finding this perfect Cottage in an excellent location with easy access to the coast. Evident that time and effort had gone into setting up the Cottage. Nice open plan, perfect for two with space for a third. Well equipped. Plenty of space to walk the dogs within the grounds of Talaton House. The fact that the cottage/Cottages are within the grounds adds to the overall experience. We had good communication with the owners prior to and during. We were made to feel very welcome. We look forward to staying here again
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"Beautiful accommodation in a peaceful setting."
Friendly village, lovely pub, beaches and countryside all close by. Best of both worlds. Highly recommend.
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"Apologies, I’m a little late in my delivery,."
This compact cottage is absolutely charming! An excellent reading/therapy room. VERY high spec (impressive). Surrounded by beautiful greenery. An ideal place to stay any time of year! The owner is delightful to say the least, most considerate. I would definitely, definitely recommend!!!
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"Wonderful stay - cottage is quiet and secluded, situated in large grounds."
Had everything we needed in the cottage for a comfortable stay. Our host was excellent. We enjoyed very hot weather and even with all doors open the cottage became very warm but without prompting a fan was dropped in to us which was most welcome! We look forward to returning one day
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"Cottage was great."
It was comfortable and relaxing and has everything we needed. It’s in a beautiful setting and was a great base for exploring the East Devon area. We really loved it.
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"Grooms Cottage was the best we have ever stayed in."
The design, decor and equipment provided was second to none and the grounds it is set in are beautiful and peaceful. The owners are friendly and helpful. It’s position is good for visiting coast or countryside and there are lots of attractions to visit within a 10 mile radius.
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"Wonderful base for an active holiday in beautifully quiet east Devon."
Perfect high quality accommodation with very helpful owners close by who will resolve any unexpected difficulties or queries about the facilities in the local area. Relative closeness of railway stations mean extra travel options to Exeter and beyond are possible.
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"Very well equipped accommodation - king size comfortable bed, very clean, good WiFi and well equipped kitchen."
Lovely location set in the grounds of a beautiful house. Hope to return one day if we are in the area.
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"I would thoroughly recommend The Grooms Cottage, it is just as stunning as the photos in the most beautiful and peaceful setting!"
The owners were also so welcoming during our stay. When I am next in the area it will definitely be my first choice of place to stay !
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"I have nothing but praise to offer."
The Groom’s Cottage exceeded expectations in every way: comfortable, well-appointed and spotlessly clean - a real home from home.
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"Very well equipped property Lovely quiet location Diana and Paul very welcoming and friendly people Would certainly recommend to everyone that wants to stay in East Devon Very easily accessible to great beaches and brilliant country walks Full marks all round!"
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"Beautiful tastefully appointed cottage in idillic setting."
. Will definitely go back...
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"Really lovely property Even better than expected Very well equipped and nice ..."
Really lovely property Even better than expected Very well equipped and nice touches like very welcoming touches Everything you need for a really relaxing break Diana and Paul very friendly and down to earth Would have no hesitation to say to anyone book you’ll have a great time
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"Excellent and comfortable accommodation in a beautiful area of Devon."
Our Host was so helpful and we will definitely visit this cottage again.
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"Grooms cottage is an excellent location close Ottery st Mary and Exeter is in easy reach."
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"A really well thought about accommodation, with all modern amenities."
We are senior citizens and loved everything about this first class accommodation for the 4 nights we spent there. Exploring this part of Devonshire as well as looking up past dwellings was delightful. The cottage is based in beautiful grounds, peaceful countryside, has a convenient local village shop and an a friendly pub near by, which does adequate good meals. Excellent 5 star restaurant within easy reach by car, for dinner when required. A wonderful stay. Thank you for all your care and attention to detail, very much appreciated.
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"Booking Grooms cottage was easy."
The cottage was excellent, clean and comfortable finished to very high standard. In beautiful surroundings. Will definitely return.
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Summary
- Over two floors
- One king-size double bedroom
- Open-plan living area with sitting area, kitchen, dining area and glazed doors to terrace
- First floor mezzanine with single day bed
- Ground floor wet room with shower, basin and WC.
- Electric panel heaters
- Microwave, fridge, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
- Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
- Off road parking for two cars
- Two well-behaved small dogs welcome
- Sorry no smoking
- Pub less than 1 mile from property
- Note: This property does not accept children under 12 due to the mezzanine
- Note: Maximum of 14 night stays, if you require longer please call to discuss
The property
Groom's Cottage in the grounds of striking Talaton House is a lovely, bright and airy cottage.
The living space is open-plan with a high ceiling and glazed doors on two sides leading to the pretty terrace.
The cottage has one bedroom, a smart ground floor king-size double bedroom with ceiling-high glazed door and at the top of a handsome oak staircase you'll find a single day bed on the mezzanine looking over the living area.
These share a shower/wet room.
Outside you'll find a little seating area and attractive gravelled terrace adorned with potted plants and pleached trees, and you are of course welcome to use the extensive lawns and grounds.
Talaton House Cottages
In the heart of Talaton is striking Grade II listed Talaton House, a former rectory, renovated from its 18th century origins and surrounded by acres of beautiful parkland and specimen trees. Beside the house, the original stables, Groom's Cottage (975996) and Hayloft (975999) have been finely converted with flair into four excellent cottages, all exceptionally well done with smart design, stylish furnishings, oak/tiled floors and sleek kitchens. A sweeping drive (shared with the friendly owners & main house) leads to the cottages. They all look over scenic parkland alongside the main house and you are welcome to wander the vast lower lawns (picnic benches, barbecue area, dogs on leads welcome) and peaceful circular woodland walk. Groom's Cottage (975996), Gardener's Cottage (975997) and Barley House (975998) each have a gravelled terrace (table/seating) at the front, made private with attractive planting and pleached trees. Loading/unloading outside the cottages; shared parking area, just beyond (10 to 30 yards). An outstanding location; much thought has gone into making these superb places individual, stylish and comfortable.
Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.
About the location
Talaton
Ottery St Mary sits beside the River Otter and is well known for its literary connections to the poet Coleridge and for its beautiful church often referred to as a Exeter cathedral lookalike. Ottery St Mary is also famous for its traditional 'Tar Barrels' which attracts more than 3000 visitors on 5th November each year.
Note: This property does not accept children under 12
Note: Maximum of 14 night stays, if you require longer please call to discuss
This property offers the following short breaks:
- Winter
- Off-season
- Last minute