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The Old Dairy

(Ref. 1115907)

Colyton, Devon Show on map

4.8

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

What you’ll love

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

What guests have said

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  • friendly (6)
  • dog (6)
  • lovely (5)
  • peaceful (5)

12 Customer Reviews

  • "Fantastic week, the owners were very friendly and a lot of nice things to greet us ."

    The field was a huge bonus as both dogs were very young and could run around and play safely, would definitely recommend and wouldn’t hesitate to return.

    Reviewed by Keith5.0★May 2025

  • "The Old Dairy, spent a week here, amazing holiday."

    Great place to stay, very friendly and helpful owners, John & Sarah. Lovely big field for dog walkies, lots of footpaths very close by, Seaton Lyme Regis Beer are close by, by car. Tram into Seaton and the wetlands no dogs at the wetlands, but you can see a lot from the tram. Accommodation was lovely, plenty of room for four of us with dogs. Will book again soon

    Reviewed by Maggie5.0★Apr 2025

  • "The Old Dairy had everything we needed for a comfortable and relaxing week."

    It was a bonus to have the glasshouse and pond area for additional space to unwind as well. A minor point: there might have been a bit of a dog smell in some parts of the cottage for the first couple of days. I could see from the visitors' book that three dogs had been staying there for the previous two weeks. Perhaps only a non-dog person would have noticed, and I realise the cottages are all advertised as being dog-friendly. We did like Tritchayne a lot, though. It's a beautiful and peaceful location.

    We’re so happy you enjoyed your stay at Tritchayne. So sorry if there was a dog smell when you arrived - we thoroughly clean each cottage between guests and we’ve also cleaned the carpets following your feedback to ensure there are no lingering smells. Hope to see you again. Best wishes John Property Owner

    Reviewed by Colin4.4★Aug 2024

  • "Second stay in this delightful cottage."

    Welcomed from the outset. The scones/cream tea were such a nice touch. Our dog loved the field exercise and the pond and glasshouse made recharging our batteries easy. Thank you Sarah and John.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0★May 2024

  • "Lovely friendly owner, great grounds, nice cottage and location."

    We loved being able to walk around the gardens and straight from the cottage. This part is NOT about the property. The reason I’ve not given an over all good rating is because of the absolutely terrible experience I had booking it and then again trying to amend it. It’s been an absolute nightmare. We have always used Sykes and actually had our own large holiday home on with you for several years but after this experience I will not be using you again in any capacity. I hope your property owners know how bad things can be at the bookings end and customer help side- and how it can affect the experience.. I would be asking for a refund to offset the extensive trouble I had EVEN DURING THE HOLIDAY but knowing how hard it was to actually try to give you my money, I can’t face the prospect of asking for some back ! Really poor. Stop using computers to try to sort out unusual queries. It’s so frustrating that no operatives can see the previous WhatsApp message and I had to repeat myself every time. Get more humans on the phone lines. Sort yourselves out.

    Reviewed by Lorraine4.1★Apr 2024

  • "A very nice and well equipped cottage with a welcoming and friendly owner."

    The cream tea provided on our arrival was very welcome and thoroughly enjoyed. Only drawback was the narrow road from the cottage through the village of Colyton. We were lucky to have good sunny weather and a peaceful location to stay.

    Reviewed by David5.0★Apr 2024

  • "A beautiful cottage in Devon as a wheelchair user I’ve found wheelchair accessible properties aren’t always that well the Old dairy was fabulous for my limited mobility."

    We were welcomed onsite by John who couldn’t do enough for us such a lovely welcome after a long journey. We had a fabulous week and saw some beautiful places in Devon . The cottage was really well equipped too with everything needed and more and was very dog friendly too our pups enjoyed their stay as much as us thanks again John hope to be back again soon . Kayley Steven Julie and of course Ruby and Albie the pooches too xx

    Many thanks for your kind words, it was lovely to meet you all ...and your pooches too! I am very pleased to hear that you found the Old Dairy accessible in a wheelchair and you had everything you needed. Also great to know you like East Devon as much as we do! Sarah and I would love to welcome you back again any time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Kayley5.0★Jun 2023

  • "The cottage was wonderful, secluded and peaceful, and splendidly equipped."

    However, within easy distance of the donkey sanctuary and several beaches. We particularly enjoyed the Seaton tramway which departs from the local village of Colyton. We found a much easier route to the cottage from Honiton via Google - I'm afraid the directions in your email were very confusing!

    Thank you so much for your feedback Judy. We are very pleased to hear you enjoyed your stay with us in the Old Dairy. We have re-visited the directions and now also include the route from Honiton which will hopefully make it easier for guests to find. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Judy5.0★Jun 2023

  • "We had a comfortable, peaceful, stay."

    The cottage was so well equipped even down to the dog box with spare lead, balls and treats as well as towels. Everything in the cottage worked well and the staff were pleasant and eager to please.

    Reviewed by Jane5.0★May 2023

  • "The directions to to the property were totally inadequate."

    (please revise) After going round in circles and asking at least three different people for directions we phoned the owner who kindly came to meet us and we followed him. We would never have found it otherwise. The property was comfortable and pleasant walks nearby and lovely garden. Unfortunately weather awful for two days which put a damper on the holiday.

    Thank you for taking the time to complete your feedback, we are sorry that you had trouble finding the property, we have asked the owner to revise the directions to see if any changes need to be made. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Margaret4.1★Apr 2023

  • "Lovely homely cottage on small well maintained complex ."

    Warm welcome and delicious cream tea waiting for us ! Never stayed in such dog friendly self catering - enclosed gardens for that night wee trip , big field for a longer wander and the dog box with doggie essentials treats and poo bags !!! Peaceful location and yet close to all the main attractions . Such great communal outdoor spaces and the gorgeous summer house ( we had a picnic in there in the rain !) Tritchayne cottages really are a little piece of heaven in Devon . Thank you John and Sarah .

    Reviewed by Sarah5.0★Apr 2023

  • "A perfect stay!"

    Thank you for making it so comfortable and the amazing scones :)

    Reviewed by Richard5.0★Mar 2023

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Your stay at a glance

  • Single-storey
  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x twin
  • Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, barbecue microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi, CD player
  • Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Designated car park
  • Enclosed patio with picnic bench and barbecue, communal picnic area, shared glass dining house and play field
  • 3 well-behaved pets welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop and pub 1 mile
  • Note: There is a pond on site
  • Note: There is an additional charge of £30 per dog, per stay
  • Note: This property is on the ground floor with no steps and so is suitable for people with limited mobility.

Your home away from home

Perched close by to the small town of Colyton in the East Devon AONB is this charming single-storey property, The Old Dairy.

Offering dog-friendly accommodation, ramp access to the property, private and communal outdoor spaces and a woodburning stove, The Old Dairy is the perfect spot to bring your family for a peaceful escape in Devon.

After unloading in the designated car park spot, make your way into the property to discover a wonderfully spacious open-plan living space with a fully-equipped kitchen so you can rustle up tasty dishes for your loved ones; thanks to a handy dishwasher you won’t have to stress about the clean-up, and a washing machine ensures your holiday wardrobe stays clean no matter how muddy your adventures become.

Unwind in the sitting area and snuggle up in front of a roaring woodburning stove, ready to indulge in a movie marathon or a glass of wine with a book in hand.

Settle down at the dining table or venture out to the private patio to bask in an alfresco affair, taking advantage of the barbecue.

When you begin to tire, enjoy a soothing soak in the tub or a revitalising shower before heading to either a king-size or twin bedroom to catch your rest.

If you’re seeking a tranquil break in Devon, retreat to The Old Dairy.

Note: This property can be booked with The Bull Pen (1123895), The Hay Loft (1123896), The Calf Pen (1123894) and The Old Barn (1101413) together sleeping up to 17 guests.

Tritchayne Farm Cottages

Nestled a short distance from Colyton in the rolling hills of the East Devon AONB is this lovely group of five barn conversions, sleeping a total of 17 guests at Tritchayne Farm Cottages. Benefitting from woodburning stoves, dog-friendly accommodation and a central location within accessible reach of local amenities and attractions, Tritchayne Farm Cottages welcomes couples, families and groups of friends, along with their four-legged friends to gather in this lovely part of Devon and enjoy a memorable escape. Each property benefits from a private outdoor space with seating, as well as having access to a communal picnic area, play field and a glass dining house which stores a number of outdoor games, parasols and sun-loungers. There is plenty of room to supplement your holiday activities. The glass dining house with it's huge dining table, woodburner and bar would be the perfect setting for a celebration, why not book the whole site for a significant birthday? If you can tear yourself away from this lovely base, begin your day by embarking on a relaxing stroll in the stunning setting of the East Devon AONB which offers plenty of hiking and cycling opportunities for all ages and abilities; for animal lovers, Axe Valley Wildlife resides close by and offers a wide range of species for you to admire. In the nearby town of Colyton, only a mile away, you can also find a handy convenience store, two pubs and several restaurants and cafes where you can stock up on the essentials, refuel and treat your loved ones. Head to Seaton where you’ll find Seaton Tramway, Axmouth Harbour and Seaton Beach where you can sunbathe on a hot day, or simply watch as the world passes by. You are well-positioned here to journey to the popular seaside resort of Lyme Regis where you can get a taste for local history at Lyme Regis Museum, paddle the shores at Lyme Regis Front Beach or engage in some retail therapy. For a truly memorable getaway with those who love the most, choose Tritchayne Farm Cottages as your base. Please contact our reservations team if you are interested in a group booking, they will be delighted to assist you.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

Where you’ll be staying

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COLYTON

Seaton 2.8 miles; Lyme Regis 6.9 miles.

Situated in East Devon, Colyton is a small town with its roots dating back to 700 AD. Situated around three miles from Seaton and six miles from Axmouth, Colyton has many links to its past with numerous historical buildings, such as St Andrew’s Church, and its winding lanes with independent shops. Good food and a warm welcome are on offer at the many inns. Colyton's tram station will provide you with an enjoyable ride alongside the River Axe to Seaton, where you can stop off to relax upon Seaton Beach, tour Beer Quarry Caves, or enjoy a leisurely afternoon strolling through Seafield Gardens. The picturesque villages of Colyford, Southleigh, Northleigh and Farway lie nestled in the heart of the Coly Valley and are always a good day out, where you can explore the woodlands and valleys across the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, Holyford Woods Local Nature Reserve, and Seaton Wetlands.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

If you cancel before 12 noon , get all of your money back:

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excluding the Flexible Cancellation fee and any insurance premium.

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