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Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi

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View of the garden from wooden bench that guests can use
Living space and dining area in front of window with great views over Dartmoor
Living space with comfortable reclining chair, books, and info about area
Entrance to the property and fully equipped kitchen. Coffee, tea, sugar provided
Bedroom with large super king-size bed. Fresh linen provided.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10, Loved by Guests
Top 10% of guest reviews in this area
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2538.2 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space

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Holne, ENG
  • Place, Dartmoor National Park
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, South Devon
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Place, Devon Cliffs Beach
    ‪55 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪44 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed and 1 Crib

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet · Shower only · Shampoo

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi

The Walkers Retreat is a very cosy, clean and quiet holiday let with large garden to walk around in and great views to admire. There is free secured parking and the Walkers Retreat has it's own private entrance.

The Walkers Retreat has a fully equipped kitchen with microwave, electric hob and oven. The living area has a comfortable reclining chair and sofa. Free view television with DVD player, magazines and a varied range of books are available.

The bedroom has a super king size bed and wardrobe. A toilet with small basin is next to the bedroom and the shower room is downstairs. There is a washing/dryer machine and iron facilities. We provide fresh bedlinen, towels, bathrobes, detergents and shower gels all free of charge. On arrival we provide fresh milk and eggs from our local milk farm in Scoriton. There will also be coffee, tea and sugar, etc.

We try our utmost to keep the Walkers Retreat facilities to a high standard. The living/kitchen area has been freshly painted in 2024.

You can make use of your own outdoor terrace and we have also several wooden benches spread out in the garden for you to use and enjoy the views. Located in Dartmoor National Park makes it's possible to start walks from the property onto the Moor or to the River Dart.

Built in 1329, the Church House Inn serves wonderful food, coffee and drinks and is located within a 5-minute walk from the property. Opposite is the very well stocked village community shop. In the village of Scoriton is the friendly Tradesmans Arms and is five minutes by car. The nearest town is Ashburton, 10 minutes drive away, and offers a excellent selection of tea shops, cafes, restaurants, and food shops.

We very much welcome dogs at the Walkers Retreat. One dog will be free of charge and for extra dogs we charge £10 per stay per dog. If you require a cotbed, please let us know. The fee for the cot bed will be £10 per night.

Alex and Samantha, the owners, are happy to provide information over the area and will do their utmost to make your stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us in case you have any questions. We look forward to welcome you to stay.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

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House Rules

Check in after 2:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 11:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
Cot bed and high chair available
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
One dog free of charge, more dogs £10 per stay.
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Smoking

Smoking allowed: in designated areas

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

This property does not have any lifts
A car is required for transport to and from this property

Frequently asked questions

Is Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi?

As of 2 Apr, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi on 4 Jul, 2026 start from S$167, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi?

Check-in begins at 2:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi?

Checkout is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Walkers Retreat with excellent views, large garden and free WiFi located?

Situated in a rural location, this apartment building is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from River Dart Country Park and within 6 miles (10 km) of Coombestone Tor and Buckfast Abbey. Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary and Pixieland are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 43 out of 49 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 49 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

9.8/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Sixth time I’ve stayed here with my dog so that must say something! Fabulous location (village pub is excellent but closed Monday to Wednesday) and the accommodation is frankly faultless. Thanks (again!).
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 26 Mar, 2026
Hi Michael, Thank so much for staying with us again. Really nice to have returning guests. Wonderful to hear you had a good time, and hope to see you again some day. Wishing you a lovely spring and summer. Best wishes, Samantha and Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Charlotte S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
We booked with 24 hours notice and have to say it was immaculate. Host were friendly and welcoming. We had everything we needed and such a comfortable bed. Not slept so well for years! Definitely visiting again
Stayed 7 nights in Jan 2026
Response from VrboOwner on 9 Feb, 2026
Dear Charlotte, Thank you very much for staying with us and for taking the time to write such kind review. It was very nice meeting you and we hope you will return at some day. All the very best and thank you again, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

reuben p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Stay

Much better than expected and great hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

anita c.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely location

Everything you need, bed so comfy. A lovely relaxed stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2023
Hi Anita. Thank you so much for staying at the Walkers Retreat and for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated and hope to see you back one day. Wishing you a lovely summer, Alex & Samantha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anita C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fun between the showers

Wonderful accommodation, beautifull location.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 25 Mar, 2024
Thank you Anita for staying with us again and taking the time to write a review. Hope to see you back one day. Best wishes, Alex and Samantha
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning location!

4th time in less than 2 years I’ve stayed with my dog - what more of a recommendation could I give!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Simone H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Very good!

Nice little comfortable house. Very hospitable! Beautiful surroundings.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tranquility !

Samantha was a perfect host the Accommodation was so clean and well equipped she had thought of everything you possibly could need on our stay . Set in a beautiful peaceful location and look forward to visiting again in the future. I would recommend staying here to anyone.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 16 Jun, 2024
Thank you so much for staying with us and for writing such kind review. So glad you enjoyed your stay and we do hope to see you back one day. Thank you!
Verified

10/10 Excellent

frances w.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet, beautiful getaway

We had a lovely stay at this charming property. Set in a delightful location with views across the hills, it was quiet, clean and had everything we needed. The bed was super soft and comfy! Thank you to Samantha and Alex for being superb hosts.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 2 Oct, 2023
Hi Frances, Thank you so much for staying with us and we’re delighted to hear you had a good time. Thank you for writing such positive review. Best wishes, Samantha
Verified

8/10 Good

Peter C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely apartment in the middle of Dartmoor.

Ideal base to explore Dartmoor and the surrounding area, although the narrow roads are a bit challenging. Lovely apartment, very quiet and private.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Dear Peter, Thank you very much for staying with us and for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated. We're happy to hear you enjoyed Dartmoor and the apartment. All the best, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Long Weekend

This is the second time I’ve stayed with my dog and as before perfect base for exploring the eastern moors and the coast. Will be back!
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jeanette B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful little gem.

Everything you could want. Setting is stunning. Central to walks and coast Owner couldn"t do enough to ensure your stay was perfect. Would certainly recommend and can't wait to stay again.A very big thanks for a lovely few days.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Hi Jeanette, thank you so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. Much appreciated and it was very nice having you to stay. Hope to see you back one day. Enjoy the rest of the summer. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

8/10 Good

Christopher P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Peaceful Retreat

Set in beautiful Devon countryside this property provides a good base to explore Dartmoor. The pretty village of Holne, which is a short five-minute walk away has a friendly community shop and interesting pubs. There are walks galore, as short or long as you want to make them.
Stayed 6 nights in Oct 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Dear Christopher, Thank you very much for your stay and for taking the time to write a review. Much appreciated. We're delighted to hear you enjoyed he village of Holne and Dartmoor. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Gary M.

Peaceful retreat in fabulous position.

We enjoyed a lovely 4 days at Walkers retreat where the views are to die for. The accommodation has everything you require including walking books and maps of the area which were very useful. We were left to our own devices but Samantha was always available if we needed any help. Super hosts in a super part of the world.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 1 Apr, 2020
Dear Gary, Thanks so much for taking the time to write such a nice review. Much appreciated. Thank you for staying at the Walkers Retreat and hope to see you again one day. Enjoy the beautiful summer, so far so good. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Edge of Dartmoor

This was the third time I’ve stayed at the Walker’s Retreat with my dog (and apart from the weather! 😁) everything was perfect as always. Thanks.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan J.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Walker's retreat feedback

It was a lovely one bed flat with everything we needed. Fantastic setting, and.lovely village. Peaceful and relaxing. Fab walks on Dartmoor from the flat and further. A memorable break for Easter 2023. Sue and Glen. Wolverhampton
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 7 May, 2023
Dear Susan, Thank you very much for staying with at the Walkers Retreat and for taking the time to write such a kind review. We're very happy to hear you liked your time away. Wishing you a lovely summer. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Alice O.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A very restful stay

We very much enjoyed staying at Walker's retreat. We booked it last minute and so were not expecting the level of quality we received. We even decided to stay an extra night, and Samantha and Alex were very accommodating and quick to respond. The place was peaceful and though small, did not feel as such as it was fully equipped with all you could need. The bed was huge and very comfortable, and a lovely downstairs shower was also appreciated. Lots of extra little touches that made the stay feel special. Would definitely recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 6 Jan, 2024
Hi Alice, Thank you so much for staying with us and writing such a kind review. We’re delighted you enjoyed the property and your stay on Dartmoor. Hope to see you back one day. All the very best for the new year ahead. Best wishes, Samantha
Verified

8/10 Good

Jean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely presented apartment

This property was all you could ask for in cleanliness and presentation. The host was friendly and helpful.The only downside for us was that in the details online stairs and steepness were not mentioned. The garden was beautiful but the two of us have mobility issues and we found that and the stairs to shower room difficult. So maybe update details to include a mention of this. Otherwise the place and hosts were wonderful.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2025
Response from VrboOwner on 24 Jun, 2025
Dear Jean, Thank you for staying at the Walkers Retreat and for taking the time to write a review. Sorry to hear the stairs to the shower room was difficult for you.. The description of the property does mention its downstairs but will check if we can make that more clear. Thank you again and wishing you a wonderful summer. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Jan K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

10 Days in Walkers Retreat

This holiday home is ideal for a quiet stay, unfortunately the weather was a little less in our 10 days. In the beautiful garden you can relax in good weather with a beautiful view. In the morning you really have to make an effort to get up because the bed is wonderful. From the cottage you can go in all directions to see and do everything. Walking through the moors gives enormous peace with beautiful nature. Jan and Jolanda Klein Brinke
Stayed 10 nights in Jul 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Aug, 2023
Dear Jan & Jolanda, Thank you so much for taking the time to write a review. Unfortunately, we didn't meet in person, but we're happy to know you had an enjoyable stay and the bed is comfy! Thank you again for staying with us. Best wishes, Samantha & Alex
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

MOORS BREAK

Frankly faultless - really comfortable and an excellent location from which to explore the eastern moors.
Stayed 4 nights in Nov 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A delightful remote retreat space. Beautiful gardens and perfect location for walks in dartmoor

Very happy, will return soon.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great Location

Very comfortable. Everything has been thought of and even some you would not expect. Great for exploring the moor and coast. Amazing views from the property.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tracy N.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Dartmoor Break

I thoroughly enjoyed my stay at The Walkers Retreat. The property is very comfortable and well kitted out. It is also in a beautiful location with great views and pubs, shops and tea rooms close by. I particularly liked the fact that there was a range of different walks on the doorstep which meant that didn’t have to drive anywhere.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

reuben p.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent A1

Perfect location for Dartmoor and South Hams Excellent apartment, gardens and hosts
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Rob M.

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Ideal

The Walkers Retreat is a compact but entirely adequate base camp from which to explore the delightful area around Holne. Access to the moor is quick and easy and Ashburton is only a short drive away. The retreat provides facilities for cooking and an astonishingly comfortable bed, so walkers can be assured of ample sleep and nourishment to fuel their adventures. Sam the owner was friendly, welcoming and very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Samantha and Alex Salmon

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We moved to Ashton Court in August 2014 with our two daughters and feel very much at home in our house and in the Holne village. Our daughters love to play in the garden and bicycle over the quiet small lanes. Samantha is Dutch, and lives in England for over ten years. Alex was raised in London and both we enjoy very much the country live in Devon. From our home and garden we enjoy the Moor views every day in all kinds of weather and enjoy family walks over the Moor and having lunch in one of the cosy Moor pubs/ restaurants. We very much like being part of the Holne village and it gives us a real community feeling. Our daughters love to play in the playpark down the lane or cycle to the village shop to get some groceries. Also kite flying in the summer is a great event.

We very much welcome dogs at the Walkers Retreat. One dog will be free of charge and for more dogs we charge £10 per stay.

We are happy to provide information over the area and will do their utmost to make your stay as pleasant and comfortable as possible. Please do not hesitate to contact us in case you have any questions.

Why they chose this property

We totally fell in love with the wonderful view over the valley and the moor. We are on the edge of the village Holne which makes the garden and surroundings very tranquil but we are still part of a lovely village and the community shop, tearoom, and Church House Inn pub or Tradesmans Arms pub are close by.

What makes this property unique

Stunning views and surrounded by beautiful gardens with facilities of Holne village within easy walking distance. The Walkers Retreat holiday let has its private entrance and own parking within the grounds of Ashton Court. Walks to the Moor or River Dart can be easily made from the property.

Languages:

English, French, Dutch
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