Engine House

Lovely cosy Engine House.

Fabulous place to stay.

Like a home from home. Lovely front garden, extras like biscuits tea and coffee were lovely after our travel down. We have left a message in the book too :) The track up is more of a gravel road than a farm track personally, some lowered cars would not be able to access the property. Double bed is abit hard and if over 5'8 would be uncomfortable with leg room. Would certainly stay again!

Had a wonderful week all the peace and relaxation we needed.

. Loved it so much that for the first time ever we booked our next trip to the engine house as soon as we got home...

We loved Engine House.

Its location is incredibly private and rural but with fabulous views from the garden and only a short distance to village facilities. It’s an unusual building with a history that adds to its character and it was beautifully cool inside on hot days. We slept like logs. Initially, a friend joined my husband and I for 2 nights but for the bulk of the week it was just us two and our dog. As noted in the details, you may need to be cautious with dogs and small children due to the steep slope below the garden but our dog was quite happy playing, exploring or lazing with us. We saw a deer one evening on the track but our dog didn’t - if yours likes chasing things, be extra careful! We cooked supper most evenings and everything is provided to accommodate that. The location is terrific for exploring Dartmoor but you can also be in the South Hams in about 30 minutes by car or indeed the Jurassic Coast within an hour. We would love to return which is probably the best review to give.

Fabulous setting - def an 'away from it all' destination.

If seclusion, privacy and a return to nature is your priority then this is the property for you - the only sound was birdsong and the river below. Boiler issue resulted in owner appearing to sort out within 30 mins and could not have been more helpful. Well equipped for a self catering stay although a barbeque would be a great addition. Exeter, Dartmoor and coast all easily accessible so the best of all worlds. Very much hope to return to this idyllic spot.

This property needs a good clean and refurbishment.

The outside area could not be used as the whole area required cleaning.

What a lovely holiday home!

It's perfect for those who seek quiet and solitude, with unrivalled privacy. The house itself is well equipped and pleasantly decorated with good quality furnishings. The hosts were very helpful and welcoming. Would definitely recommend staying here.

Very unusual, quirky property to stay in which added to it's charm with a fantastic historical backdrop.

The owners were particularly friendly and helpful and put themselves out to give us a tour of their land which completed the history of the building. Everything everybody could want.

Beautiful place, total seclusion.

Everything we needed, very comfortable. We had a great stay.

Lovely property in beautiful surroundings - very peaceful.

Although we had a very quick visit to Devon to visit family, we found the cottage very comfortable. Thank you.

Absolutely wonderful stay.

Very comfortable. Would recommend if your looking for a quiet stay.

The property was exactly as described and very quiet , the river in the valley below was the only sound, a perfect setting to get away from it all.

the owners were very friendly and helpful via e mail keeping us informed of local events etc will definitely return

We had a really good stay as it's so peaceful were still working but it was good to have a peaceful evening and especially good having no phone signal.

My little buddy Spike enjoyed his morning explores of the front garden each morning, this morning he was adventurous and went off up the little track a little bit obviously on his lead under supervision and had a never ending supply of sticks in the back garden to play with so he seemed to enjoy himself. Thanks for a good stay I've already tried to recommend the cottage to a friend if they end up staying down this way at any point

No better place to chill in the peace and tranquility.

Just you and the resident Robin. He comes and sits on the door handle and sings for some food. The cottage has been converted very well and has everything that you need.

2nd time staying here & there will be a 3rd.

Lovely & peaceful easy to get to places of interest or have a lazy day. Highly recommend.

The owners were very helpful and communications good.

The Engine House was a little more remote than we had perhaps appreciated but it very quiet and had magnificent views from the gardens. The house was a little tardis and a good size. As it is set within the walls of the Quarry it was a little dark inside not helped by the weather! However there was lots of lighting throughout. At night it is pitch black so you really need a torch if you need the loo in the night and don't want to leave lights on. Absolutely wonderful for star gazing on a clear night though - we were blessed to have one of them! A few treats left in the fridge and on the side and a dog bed and blankets too. The bedrooms were well equipped with hanging space and chest of drawers but the bed was a little firm for our liking. Lots of blankets and extra pillows too. A well stocked kitchen with plenty of pots, pans and utensils for self catering. The dishwasher wasn't working whilst we were there but that had been communicated to us and an engineer did come out to try and fix it. A lovely bathroom with great shower over the bath. Open plan living including a TV, dining room table, a sofa and chair so seating for 4 adults which was comfortable. Good WiFi and a stock of games, books and DVDs on the side to choose from. We had a terrific storm whilst we were there which tripped the electrics. We tried fixing it but to no avail and Steven and Lucie came straight out when we called them. We unfortunately had to cut our stay short due to family illness back home and Lucie was very kind in her response. There were some nice walks from the Engine House and we enjoyed a walk up to the Quarry and learning the history of the building. A nice get away from it all holiday but i think a little too remote for us to return. However we would recommend to friends for a cosy short break in beautiful surroundings.

Excellent property, gorgeous location and everything available to make the stay comfortable.

Would definitely recommend to anyone wanting a break away from it all!

The hosts left a few welcome things biscuits, milk, juice, tea, coffee and sugar including some flowers which was really nice touch.

The place was nice and quiet and even saw the squirrels, a jay and a deer in the garden, there was a bird of prey flying overhead on the first day. As stated in ad if your pet or child is adventurous there is a drop if they climb on the side bank at front of property but i just had the dog roaming on a training lead whilst outside. The house had everything you could possibly need on the inside.

A very quiet spot and comfortable accommodation.

The owner was quick to come when there were difficulties with the supply of hot water and worked hard to sort out the problem. Otherwise we had no issues with any of the facilities. All in all it was a most enjoyable stay.

A lovely place to stay and we would definitely go back

An absolute gem.

Peaceful, nice views and plenty of places for a walk or go out and about visiting other places. Cannot recommend highly enough.

Honestly lost count of the number of times I've stayed at the engine house either with family of friends.

It is simply my favourite property, unlike so many properties that claim to be secluded then you find out there 1 of 3 or that the owners live next-door this is secluded and set in a lovely location on its own. Great base for exploring Devon or just a great place to relax and unwind, always clean and tidy Lucie and Steven keep a lovely property equipped with everything you need.

We had a very peaceful and relaxing holiday at the Engine House.

This was our second visit and we will hopefully visit again next year. The Engine House is set in it's own private grounds and is in a very quiet location. The accomodation is very comfortable and provided all we needed. The walks at the reservoirs are lovely and we didn't feel the need to explore further afield. We were very rested after our visit.

Lovely well equipt, cosy, secluded property in a fabulous location.

The Engine House is located in woodland in a beautiful area of Devon.

Very clean on arrival with some little gifts and flowers. Well equipped kitchen. Lawned garden to sit in with views of the countryside. Ideal for our dog too. Regular visits from Jays, Squirrels, Blackbirds, Robins and birds too quick to spot. Easy to access the coast or inland to Dartmoor and its many villages. The cottage is very quiet and peaceful and an ideal escape.

A delightful place to stay for peace and quiet.

Great location, didn't have to travel far to find things to do. 2 local pubs, great atmosphere and amazing food which could be takeaway as well. Would definately recommend if you need to relax. Roads close by are tiny and take a bit of getting used to. Owners are really kind, welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk, juice and cookies when we arrived. Happy to advise with places to visit, if needed. Would definately go back. Thank you x

Absolute solitude and amazing place could of stayed for a month , had amazing weather which meant could just sit with French doors open and enjoy the view, property was spotless and we'll equipped ,if you like being in the middle of no where with pubs within walking distance this is the ideal place , gets absolutely pitch black at night so don't go if your scared of the dark

The Engine House is a brilliant place to go if you want peace and quiet.

We enjoyed our stay there very much. I especially liked the extra personal touches and my dog Tess loved her bag of treats and the extra dog bed.

The Engine House is in a wonderfully peaceful location, is extremely well equipped and comfortable.

It was generally clean, although lacked some attention to detail (cobwebs etc) and did have a residue doggy smell for the first couple of days of our stay. There are so many wonderful places of interest within a 30-45 min drive and we were never bored! It would be nice to include a mention of the very narrow country lanes surrounding the property, as negotiating these could be very stressful to a less confident driver. However, for us this wasn't much of an issue, and we would happily return to the cottage.

Such a lovely property.

Clean comfy and great attention to detail

An idyllic and incredibly peaceful setting for a family holiday.

Although a car is needed to reach most attractions, the Engine house is well placed to access both the moors, beaches and tourist attractions in the area. Walks in the surrounding area are also wonderful and we enjoyed many hikes in the local area. We could not have been more impressed with the setting and the accommodation.

We had a wonderful time exploring Devon from the engine house.

Sunrises were stunning over the Haldon hills and the Lawrence castle Belvedere. Walks in the hills and around Tottisford/Kennick resevoirs were very short drives away. Further afield we did Burrator, Mothecombe Beach, FingleWoods and Dawlish Warren. It was always so nice to come back, up the lane and shut the gate. It was the very first week out of complete lockdown in April, the weather was great and we occasionally found an open pub. Shower was great, kitchen well equipt, views wonderful.

The Engine House was amazing.

A little piece of paradise. All you could hear was birdsong and running water from the river below. Gorgeous views and walks as well as welcoming pubs nearby. Had a great time.

We really enjoyed our stay here, Lucie and Steven clearly care very much about their guests having a great time.

The views and bird song were a highlight, such a great way to wake up. The local area is a delight and we enjoyed exploring it all. It's a hideaway spot, but within walking distance are 2 pubs and a shop, so it's the best of both worlds.

This is just the most perfect place for a peaceful getaway!

Beautiful location, lovely cosy well-equipped and nicely furnished space with all sorts of thoughtful little extras (like biscuits, milke & juice, a spare bed/blanket for the dog, and more). It's so quiet and secluded, with wonderful walks right from the door. But also so great for visiting the Teign Valley, Dartmoor, Dawlish and the coast as well as having Exeter nearby. I love this place, stayed here before many years ago when it was under different ownership and am so pleased to have found it again, if anything it's even better than before!

The views from inside and outside the property are amazing and its in a quiet and peaceful location.

This cottage is wonderfully secluded and private with a sense of being in nature with views and wildlife.

Lucie and Steven gave us a warm welcome and we were warm and comfortable.

Lucie & Steven were very helpful & knowledgeable about the Engine House's industrial past life.

The countryside was beautiful & views stunning-this is the place to go to unwind & reconnect with nature. The Engine House was very well equipped - we love to cook! There's a lovely relaxed vibe to the place. Thank you for helping us make some beautiful memories.

For anyone who wants a holiday away from it all, Engine House is the place.

Very isolated but with wonderful views and not far from Dartmoor and plenty of walking, although given our ages and atrocious weather we stayed put, except for necessary food shoppinig. Good facilities at Engine House but mobile signal was very weak so made use of What'sApp because wi-fi was excellent. Lots of narrow roads in the area but over two weeks only had to reverse once.

Great accommodation, well appointed and about all quiet and private!

Just what the doctor ordered.