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Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated.

Cottage in Newton Abbot with kitchen and balcony

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Decking and Patio area..
Entrance to Acorn Cottage
Patio, enjoy a coffee or glass of wine after a long day.
The lovely Wisteria in springtime.
Table for two..in the kitchen

Reviews

10 out of 10, Loved by Guests
1 bedroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Newton Abbot, England
  • Place, Labrador Bay
    ‪3 min drive‬
  • Place, Reach Outdoors
    ‪5 min drive‬
  • Place, Dartmoor National Park
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪33 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Shower room 1

Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Balcony
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated.

Acorn cottage is a spacious one bedroom cottage with a sensitive application of traditional and modern facilities and equipped to a high standard and level of comfort. The large light and airy lounge/diner situated upstairs features a log burner to ensure you remain cosy and comfortable on cold winter evenings.
The attractive patio which is accessed from the lounge is the perfect place to enjoy a cup of tea or glass of wine -much needed after a day exploring the beautiful Devon countryside.
Centrally located in the picture postcard village of Stokeinteignhead with the benefit of a well stocked village shop and the highly rated pub 'The Church House Inn' just a stroll away.
If it's good food you like, we can recommend fabulous pubs & restaurants in the area, with excellent reviews.
We are just a short distance from Shaldon, the Teign estuary and the South Devon coast path offering some fabulous views to sea, the rolling Devon countryside and Just a 5 minute drive to the nearest beach.
Within a short drive there are several other beaches, the Torbay Riviera, golf courses & the stunning Dartmoor National Park-which is well worth a visit.
With so many places to see you really are spoilt for choice, making this charming cottage a perfect escape for couples who wish to explore this lovely area.
So make yourself comfortable, relax and enjoy a glass of wine with our compliments!
Off-road parking is available opposite the cottage.
Be assured the cottage will be thoroughly cleaned between guests and we still provide hand Sanitizer, and use antibacterial wipes on touch surfaces.


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Amenities

Kitchen
Dryer
Free WiFi
Outdoor space
Parking available
Barbecue grill

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:30 AM
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Children

Adults only
We can except young children 10 months.
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Please Note...All deposit payments are non refundable.

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
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We should mention

A car is required for transport to and from this property

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area and by the sea. Shaldon Cliffs Pitch and Putt and Torquay Golf Club are worth checking out if an activity is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Dartmoor National Park and Cockington Country Park. Babbacombe Model Village and Gardens and Paignton Pier are also worth visiting. Make sure you get close to the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.
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Newton Abbot, England

What's nearby

  • Labrador Bay - 3 min drive - 1.7 km
  • Reach Outdoors - 5 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Princess Theatre - 13 min drive - 7.9 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 20 min drive - 19.4 km
  • Powderham Castle - 29 min drive - 24.7 km

Getting around

  • Dawlish Station - 14 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Blue Anchor - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Ship Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The London Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Blue Hut - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The New Quay Inn - ‬6 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated. pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated. ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated. ?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated. ?

Checkout is at 10:30 AM.

Where is Charming Character Cottage in Picturesque Village 5 * rated. located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 3 miles (5 km) of S W Coast Path, Shaldon Cliffs Pitch and Putt and Shaldon Beach. Maidencombe Beach and Ness Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 171 out of 179 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 179 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 179 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 179 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Helen W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage, beautifully setup, clean and tidy. Hosts were welcoming and very helpful with advice on places to eat and help lighting the log burner.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dean T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fantastic cottage in a great location. The cottage has everything that you could need. Very peaceful location and host was fantastic, couldn't have wished for a better few days away and will definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Barbara D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great place to stay. Lovely, friendly hosts. Check in was easy and kitchen facilities were fab
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Gary F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely hosts who were very welcoming and helpful with ideas of what to do.Accommodation was clean and perfect for 2 people with everything that you needed.Village shop and pub 40 yards down the road.Very quiet location but in a good location to go out to places.Would recommend and we hope to return.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Pat S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The cottage was all & more than we expected with attention to detail & everything provided to make it a home from home situated in a charming village. Property owner was very welcoming & provided lots of information on areas to visit in the locality. The local shop is incredibly well stocked & the local pub, The Church House Inn only yards along the road from the cottage was warm & welcoming serving excellent food from a wide menu meaning there was no need to travel out of an evening for a meal.
Stayed 4 nights in Oct 2025

10/10 Excellent

Josephine D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage well equipped with everything you’d need, check in is so easy and we had a fantastic stay would definitely go back such a pretty village with lovely friendly people what more do you need.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Dianne M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful, clean cottage in the heart of an ancient village in Devon.One church, one pub, one store…if that’s what you’re looking for, this is the place for you!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Steve F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Very clean and well laid out cottage in a loverly village outside space was perfect for chilling out and the hosts were very friendly definitely going back again
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Lynne B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The property was in a beautiful area with plenty of walks and lovely scenery. There was a small local shop in the village and a great pub just across the road which served fantastic food. This was just what we needed after a long journey.The cottage was very clean and well kept. The host Maddy was extremely helpful and left a lovely gift for when we arrived.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sarah C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful cottage. Well equipped and exceptionally clean. A gorgeous, tranquil garden. The village was picturesque, a very handy community shop that stocked all essentials, lovely village pub and great walks. Maddy and Geoffrey were perfect hosts and the bottle of wine upon arrival was a lovely gesture. I could not fault this property and would highly recommend. Hope to revisit some day soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025

10/10 Excellent

Mark H.

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

Lovely property in a beautiful area.

Great stay (to end our summer holidays). This property is excellent- clean, comfortable, well equipped and in a great location. Hosts were really welcoming and friendly Great spot to explore this beautiful part of Devon. Highly recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michael B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Fabulous accommodation with lovely garden to sit & have breakfast or drinks.Madeline & Godfrey were great hosts & gave us numerous places to go to for days out. Pub on the doorstep food was reasonable & very filling. Handy to get around to all areas. We will be back next year. Big thanks to you both
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2025

10/10 Excellent

Beckie N.

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

Amazing property

Lovley property, well equipped.Owner is very welcoming and knowledgeable about Devon.Highly recommend this property
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Brent H.

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

Wonderful

We loved our week in the cottage.Great all round - Maddy & Godfey very friendly & helpful. Comfortable after a long day sightseeing. Village is quaint in a beautiful area of Devon. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Jane H.

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

Beautiful break

Maddy and Godfrey were wonderful hosts and gave us lots of great tips for places to visit. The cottage was perfect for the 2 of us, and the garden is beautiful. A lovely break, we will definitely be back! Thank you both, Jane & Alli
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Phil T.

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

Great holiday

Great holiday, spotlessly clean cottage. High recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Keith D.

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

Lovely accommodation

This cottage is really lovely. Great location, nice host and has everything needed for a holiday. The pub in the village is a minutes walk and serves nice food - what more coul you want. We stayed in November but I would like to visit in spring or summer as the garden looks a great place to sit and have a glass of wine.
Stayed 3 nights in Nov 2024

8/10 Good

Mike C.

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

Excellent cottage, clean,tidy and perfectly equipped.

Very warm welcome, lovely touch with a welcome bottle of wine, host was attentive but not intrusive, the cottage was lovely and some nice areas to explore
Stayed 6 nights in Apr 2024

10/10 Excellent

Debbie W.

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

Wonderful stay

Such a charming cottage, very comfortable and home from home. Our hosts were very informative on the local area with good walks places to eat. Highly recommended
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

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

Great cottage, excellent location for exploring

Well equipped & comfortable cottage, nothing too much trouble for the owners. Lots to see in area, good local pub for food & drink
Stayed 7 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Kerry W.

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

Good location

The property was perfect for a couple breakaway. Village was extremely pretty with a fantastic pub two minutes walk away. The food was home cooked and plentiful (real ales and great wine list) ate there most nights. The cottage had everything you needed and the owner couldnt have been any nicer or more accommomodating. Little village shop which had most things and the villagers were lovely. Would definitely stay again.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

6/10 Okay

Philip H.

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

September in the Sun

Excellent cottage in a great location
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2023

10/10 Excellent

Christine W.

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

Will stay again

Excellent property with great attention to detail in many aspects. Maddie is a great communicator with just the right amount of contact during our stay without being in your face, also as expected she has excellent local knowledge.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Matthew S.

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

Fantastic cottage@

What a beautiful and spacious cottage! Quiet, cozy, relaxing. Highly recommend!
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2024
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Colin & Liz P.

Perfect break

Cosy and comfortable accommodation ideal for a winter break and in a lovely location

About the host

Hosted by Madeline Riggs

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We're both born in Devon and have lived in the area all our lives. We built the house we now live in which is situated just above the cottage. We decided to convert the old barn into separate self contained accommodation. Making an ideal location for a couple seeking the peace and tranquillity in this beautiful part of Devon. We live here permanently and run our own small farm. We have a good local knowledge of the area. So if required, we are happy to give advice on restaurants, beaches and various other activities. "Most of them have been tried & tested by ourselves" Please don't hesitate to ask!

Why they chose this property

We love living here because we're surrounded by countryside with stunning views We are within easy reach of beautiful beaches, a great range of facilities with a selection of good restaurants within a short distance.
There really is something for everyone!

What makes this property unique

The advantage of a peaceful village location, with the benefit & convenience of a village shop and good pub/restaurant just a short stroll away.
Within a short drive you have access to beaches, golf courses numerous sporting and leisure activities, Just 25 minutes away you have the historical city of Exeter and of course the beautiful Devon countryside to explore.

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