Groves Fishleigh

Beatiful property in the middle of nowhere.

If you like a remote property surrounded by wildlife, this is the place for you. Owners are nextdoor, and are friendly and helpful if needed. Fantastic holiday.

We stayed at this beautiful cottage in August 26,it was quite possibly the best family holiday we ever had, stunning location great walks on your door step, a beautiful town short walk away with two pubs that serve food if you don't want to got to far, both pubs are dog friendly.

very helpful owners Malcolm and Zoe, were nothing is to much trouble. It has a fully equipped kitchen, an added bonus of tea coffee and fresh milk left for you on arrival also treats of biscuits and chocolates such a nice touch will be going back next year. Nearly forgottomention the fully enclosed garden for your dogs.

We had a lovely stay at Groves Fishleigh.

The location and property are simply stunning and have been beautifully restored. The location is peaceful and relaxing and we felt very at home. I highly recommentd it. Some points to note: There is no wifi, but contrary to what some earlier reviewers have said, we found the phone signal (on vodafone) was fine for general browsing and planning our trips. The property is at the end of a long single track lane but there are plenty of passing spaces and in our whole week we only met one or two other vehicles as we came and went. There is a public footpath along the back of the property (Tarka triail) but it seems to be rarely used - we didn't see a single walker in our week despite it beaing holiday season. Malcolm and Zoe were very welcoming. We loved meeting the ducks, especially Chaz. The property does not have coffee making equipment (cafetiere or percolator) so we needed to brew up in our thermos. It would be nice if a cafetiere could be available. Something else that would have been great was if there was a barbecue - it would have been nice to cook out a bit. Also one of the glass panels from the table in the back garden was missing which limited its use. Overall, we were delighted with our stay and highly recommend it. It's a lovely place.

What a lovely place.

So relaxing. We was made so welcome. Already looking forward to going back. Dog all of them was also made welcome as well.

We had a truly wonderful, relaxing stay at Groves Fishleigh, our hosts were amazingly friendly and helpful but also respected our privacy.

Very clean and comfortable and everything you could wish for in a holiday cottage!

We really enjoyed our week's stay in this lovely cosy, clean, comfortable cottage.

We chose it as it's ideally placed for our visit to family and friends in the area and we were very keen on having a large, secure outside space for our 3 dogs' late night/early morning wees etc. The house had plenty of space inside and had everything we needed. The bed was so comfy! There was a welcome pack of tea, coffee, milk, etc also a box of chocolates, and some treats for the dogs. Zoe and Malcolm are the perfect friendly hosts - around if you need anything but not intrusive. There's a large, fenced-off duck pond next to the cottage and I was concerned in case my 3 Whippets were a nuisance for the ducks, but needn't have worried. Dogs were respectful to the ducks and the ducks are very quiet! I loved the view from the kitchen window, looking out over the pond and it's a view I could never get tired of seeing. It was our first visit but won't be our last.

Beautiful cottage in a quite location.

Perfect break away!!! The owners are brilliant!

Lovely hosts lovely property, had a fab time

Beautiful peaceful location and gorgeous cottage only downfall is getting up at night to go downstairs to bathroom which is off the kitchen I found a bit of a nuisance.

Otherwise the cottage was clean and the owners Zoe and Malcolm left us a box of quality street and a little card welcoming us which was lovely gesture . Would definately love to possibly come back and see the lovely quiet ducks x

The property was very nice and the surroundings were beautiful.

The peace, garden. The house has enough space.

Second time of staying & just as good as the first time.

It's perfect for us & the dog & the cottage had everything you need. Agree with all previous reviews that you have to take everything with you as nothing there but there was loo roll, washing up liquid & hand wash this time which was a help. But if you know things won't be there, just take them with you. Unfortunately, the washing machine wasn't working which the owners informed us of on arrival but offered for us to use their washing machine which was kind. The only very small negative is the outside furniture which is in quite a bad state so could do with replacing. And an outside light could be useful but because of it being a thatched cottage, it may not be permissable. There is a torch under the kitchen sink if you hadn't taken one. All in all, we thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Zoe & Malcolm (the owners) are lovely & on hand if you need anything. We'll definitely be back as the location is perfect as close to our family. It's peaceful & 30 seconds from the Tarka Trail for dog walking. Just love it!

We so enjoyed our stay at this beautiful spacious cottage.

The beds were so comfortable, lovely hot shower. Well equipped kitchen. Our little dogs enjoyed the secure front and back garden and amazing walks on the Tarka trail which was adjacent. Malcomb and Zoe our hosts were very friendly and helpful. We hope to return to this peaceful and relaxing cottage and area.

We had an awesome week!

Such a comfortable 5 star cottage! Thank you so much Malcolm and Zoe for sharing your lovely home with us ! Practically all perfect

We had an excellent stay at this property it is beautiful owners are very friendly helpful and polite property had all the amenities we needed and was spotlessly clean on arrival was lovely to have the ducks wandering around outside would definitely recommend this property BEAUTIFUL place

When we arrived at groves fishleigh we had such high hopes.

Outside was beautifully decorated for Christmas. Considering time of year I was surprised there was no welcome pack we have never stayed anywhere where there wasn't one. No WIFI really that's a standard I would think. The cottage itself was very tired. A new knife block is a must trying to carve our christmas dinner with a blunt knife was not fun. No cleaning products at all yet your expected to leave it as you find it meant we had to buy stuff to clean the hob. Also think a full size freezer us required if you was staying 2wks your limited in the food you can store in the desktop one. Water purity was awful we ended up buying bottle water as.my husband ended up with a bad stomach!! Wouldn't even give the water from tap to my dogs. Bathroom window should really have privacy glass. Heating wasn't great either off all day on all night resulted in us sleeping with windows open.

Had a lovely stay at the Property.

It was very nice location, the field next to Property was amazing if you take a dog with you. Property had everything that you would need. Lovely host and very helpful when needed anything. Would definitely go back.

Here are some tips for locating this charming cottage: When you consult the map on Sykes Cottages, which mistakenly estimates it to be before the right-hand bend.

Be sure not to stop at the first thatched cottage you see and the property you need is actually located at the very end of the road (about 1.5miles in), which, like many lanes in Devon, may appear unclassified. The property’s What3words address is: ///shipyards.nurture.wisdom. As you turn in and drive down the gravel driveway, you’ll find the cottage with a large gate in front of you, surrounded by a few other properties on the land, one of which belongs to the owners. We were warmly welcomed by Malcolm, who we saw each morning as he let the ducks out to protect them from foxes. Malcolm is friendly and a treasure trove of local knowledge. After a while, we were also welcomed by Zoe who popped her head over the fence to greet us. Adjacent to the property is a large field that leads to the Tarka Trail. Most mornings, our dog loved playing in the field until the sheep arrived. Even then, Malcolm generously offered us access to the field that separates our property from theirs, which was incredibly kind, especially on days when our dog needed extra exercise. A note for dog owners: dogs are not allowed upstairs (if your furry friend typically sleeps with you). We also noticed the house rules about not leaving dogs unattended, as there were some noticeable scratches on the doorway, its likely this is to prevent damage from pets that struggle in unfamiliar places or have separation anxiety. The information book provides some options for nearby eateries. We particularly enjoyed The Kings Arms in Winkleigh—just a heads up, though: most local restaurants don’t serve food until 5:30 p.m., and reservations are often necessary. We didn’t explore too many local dining options, as the cottage is conveniently located for trips to North and South Devon and even Cornwall. One unsuspecting highlight was the Puffing Billy Cafe in Torrington, about 30 minutes away, where we indulged in a delightful cream tea too! For the extremely light sleepers in our group, the sound of the buzzing cesspit and the creaky stairs did disrupt their rest, so if you're a light sleeper too you may opt for ear buds. We recommend discussing your return times with the owners too, particularly as the winter months approach, if you'd prefer a hot shower or bath on your return to adjust the times for a warm one. Fortunately, Malcolm was quick to accommodate the changes for us. The cottage is well-equipped with everything you could need for a comfortable stay. Based on previous reviews, we opted to bring a few of our own items, as it noted that some essentials weren't provided. However, there is a Coop in nearby Hatherleigh. The surroundings are stunning, and the night sky is absolutely breathtaking! All in all, thank you for a lovely stay in such a beautiful place—it’s incredibly spacious and perfect for dogs!

This was a picture perfect cottage, which we thoroughly enjoyed with our 3 dogs!

We absolutely loved the location, feeling in the middle of nowhere, and literally on the tarmac

What a wonderful stay in a wonderful location.

This property is located down at the end on a very long single track lane, which has no through road, so it is therefore quite secure and private and lovely and quiet. It was a perfect location to come to with our two puppies and their mum on their first holiday, as we could close the gate and let them run around and play. Lots of lovely fields all around, and there was even a lovely pond at the front of the property with ducks on it........So Idyllic! We had everything that we needed at the property and it had a real home from home feel to it. The owners were local to the property, so they were able to resolve any issues immediately if required and they were soooo helpful, if we needed anything at all. Such lovely people. :) It was an absolute delight to stay here and I would highly recommend it Thank you both. :)

We had a fantastic stay at Groves Fishleigh.

The property was lovely and felt really homely. It is ideally placed to reach both the north and south Devon coasts. The hosts were amazing with nothing being too much trouble. We would recommend this property to anyone wanting a quiet, relaxed, ‘get away from it all’ holiday in Devon!

Lovely cottage and very clean.

Only two small issues. One being the resident ducks which were housed next door to our cottage as our dogs started barking each morning when the ducks were let out. And the other being that the rules state dogs cannot be left alone in the cottage which we didn't realise before we booked. This restricted us quite a bit as the weather was really hot and we didn't want to risk taking the dogs out when the temps were so high. I understand some dogs can be destructive if left but ours are very well behaved and there would have been no issues. Overall we had a nice time at this cottage and would recommend (as long as you either don't have dogs or are happy to have them with you 24/7.)

We had a wonderful weeks holiday at Groves Fishleigh!

Beautiful location very relaxing

We had an absolutely wonderful week at Groves Fishleigh, the cottage is as beautiful as the surrounding countryside and the owners couldn't have been more welcoming.

The beds are extremely comfortable and the property is spacious but still feels cosy, we couldn't have asked for more. The location was perfect for us and allowed us to easily visit both Dartmoor and Exmoor.

We had a wonderful holiday.

The cottage was clean and cozy with everything we needed. The location is ideal as a centre for getting out and seeing everything. The garden was dog proof and the house ideal for managing them. Malcom and Zoe were very welcoming and we felt very relaxed and at home - we will hopefully return before too long!

Lovely, warm comfortable spacious property.

The parking area and garden being totally fenced and secure was perfect for the dog and my peace of mind due to the fields next door having lambs. The owners are just lovely, came and welcomed us when we arrived, saw them a couple of times in passing and had some lovely chats with them. So remote and peaceful the only noise was nature, so perfect. I would love to return and wouldn't hesitate to recommend Groves Fishleigh to anyone.

A lovely holiday cottage and very friendly owners

We highly recommend Groves Fishleigh.

The beautiful cottage is full of character and is in a perfect setting to relax and unwind plus there are endless walks and places to visit.The dogs had a great time and will sleep for a week!! Also Malcolm and Zoe are a lovely couple and without being intrusive were always on hand should you wish to know anything.

A beautiful property in a beautiful area.

Perfect location for exploring. The owners were so friendly and helpful.

Perfect location for our dogs!

Once the gate was closed they were able to run round as much as they wanted to. Make sure you keep driving on the lane because it is a dead end where the cottage is so don't think you've missed it! Agree with other comments in that you have to take all the basics with you as the only thing there was toilet paper & hand-wash. There were a lot of flies in the cottage as it was so warm & the windows were open but I'd taken a citronella candle with me which really helped. Also, lots of cobwebs & spiders but it's in the middle of the country so it's to be expected Only disappointment was that there wasn't a welcome pack there which I've always had at previous cottage bookings. Even something as simple as a couple of teabags & a pint of milk would've been gratefully received. However, it was in a perfect location for Devon.& Cornwall & loads of National Trust properties within an hour's drive & I would definitely stay there again.

This was one of the nicest cottages we have stayed in, but read the directions carefully, as we went to the wrong house.

It is exactly 1.5 miles down a narrow lane, and you have to go to the very end of the lane. don't expect the frills, the cottage is comfortable but basic. No Wi Fi , no dishwasher, if you need a fancy coffee machine take it with you. To nit pick i would have liked bigger bath towel, and an extra tea towel, but we could have asked the on site owners for them. Would we go again ? Certainly, it was ideal for us.

The cottage is located at the end of a lane and when you turn into the drive your are greeted with this fabulous thatched roof cottage.

On arrival we were greeted by Malcolm the owner who is very pleasant and welcoming. The inside of the accommodation is equally appealing to the eyes, fabulous downstairs layout very comfortable with the log burner. Upstairs well laid out and the two master bedrooms had excellent storage for two persons. Single room would certainly suit a single occupancy. Kitchen was well equipped. Outside areas were dog friendly and also secure for a young child. The Tarka trail runs alongside the rear of the cottage and it is a great walk across the field through the woods and anther field to the lane and then to the village, took us 40 minutes with the dogs as they love to explore. Cottage is well located to travel to beaches at Bude and further south to Padstow. Road network is good. Overall we had a fabulous week. Good 4 G signal on EE, we ran our firestick on phone hotspot with no issues.

Gorgeous homely cottage.

Super nice owners that are on hand if needed. The surrounding grounds, cottage and barns also beautiful. Just be aware of track/lane down to cottage in wet weather is slippery and muddy. Also Google with Post code took me to half way down lane. Ignore that just keep going right to the end and new drive being done. I found hot spotting my Internet from ee provider worked very well with my amazon fire stick. I did a little work on laptop too. The fur kids loved running through the field, stream and woods. Watched the world go by with the friendly ducks.(owners put away and let out each day, which my girls took while to except it was OK so no need to Bark!silly monkeys) You are fully enclosed in once gate is shut so very settling as a dog owner. Wood floors so easy with dogs. Lovely bath and powerful shower. I forgot to take salt and pepper and hand soap, but easily pick up down in village shops or Okehampton. Good spot to go to dartmoor and surrounding area. Or pop across the coast. Then come back for hot chocky in front of the lush log burner. Definitely a lovely cottage to stay and relax in :)

Perfect holiday cottage very spacious 3 comfortable bedrooms lovely kitchen quite rural great for dogs use of large field adjacent to cottage the tarker trail runs through grounds only one problem the terrible Wi-Fi.

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A beautiful cottage surrounded by amazing countryside.

The owners couldn't have been more helpful. Would certainly recommended Groves Fishleigh.

We enjoyed a wonderful week at this picturesque cottage and particularly liked the outdoor space where we sat out every evening watching the beautiful sunsets.

The accommodation was clean, spacious, very comfortable and well equipped with everything you could possibly need. Malcolm and Zoe were friendly and welcoming, we would definitely book again a very enjoyable stay and a good location for visiting the hot spots in North Devon.

An idyllic place to stay in a beautiful location.

We were made to feel very welcome and at home from the moment of arrival. The hosts were extremely approachable and were there to answer any queries. Highly recommend this place to others.

Amazing stay at a fantastic cottage!

Both Nelson and Drake our Golden Retrievers loved it as well! Malcolm and Zoe were great hosts!

Fantastic location hosts really friendly perfect for dogs a really quiet retreat to relax would definitely recommend

The property was great - well priced and clean.

The owners were fab - not intrusive at all which meant a lot to us!!! Hoping to book again for next year - probably a fortnight!!!

We absolutely loved our week at Groves Fishleigh.

Fabulous idyllic setting, comfortable spacious accommodation and lovely owners in Malcolm & Zoe. We will definitely return. Highly recommended

Lovely comfortable cottage in an idyllic setting surrounded by glorious countryside.

Very welcoming and friendly owners. Was a fabulous getaway. Would recommend.

We had a fabulous time.

The property is beautiful and surrounded by farm fields with access straight onto part of Tarka Trail. Dartmoor National Park is a short drive away. The owners are lovely and very friendly. A truly lovely holiday evening though it was February and weather was not great. 10 out of 10 from us.

We had a fantastic week staying in the cottage.

The owners Malcolm and Zoe were lovely and so helpful! The fridge gases went whilst we were staying and there was a new fridge ready to be fitted at 8.30am in the morning having told them about it at 6.30pm the night before! The cottage is beautiful and the surroundings lovely. Our dogs loved the freedom of being able to wander in and out by themselves. The only thing we would say is we didn’t find the directions easy ~ it really it right at the end of the road as far as you can go! Thank you for a wonderful week!

Perfect cottage in a tucked away location.

Lots of great walks for the dogs. Hosts are lovely and helpful. We had a really lovely break and would recommend it to anyone.

Absolutely lovely cottage in a tranquil setting.

The only negative being no wifi

The cottage is just as pretty as it looks on the photos on the outside and it is in a beautiful location with lots of walks nearby.

However the things that let it down which may sound trivial but are really needed (especially as its in Devon and the weather is never guaranteed) there is nowhere to dry your clothes or towels only a clothes airer which doesn't do much. There is no mobile phone reception and no wifi at all which sounds lovely but very frustrating if you are looking for somewhere to visit or to see what time opening hours places are...you can't check until you are at least halfway down the lane (approx 3/4 mile from the house). The cottage feels abit unloved as there are also some repairs that need to be done..shower screen seal broken, toilet seat needs replacing, paint peeling and for the price we paid this was a let down. If these few things were sorted then we would recommend this place again and again as it is beautiful.

Fantastic cottage, beautiful setting very peaceful and relaxing.

Owner greeted us when we turned up which was lovely. Would recommend booking this property 100%, you won't be disappointed.

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The cottage was delightful, it was lovely to escape from the real world and just enjoy the peace and tranquillity.

Malcolm and Zoe were a great couple, couldn't do enough for us.

what a wonderful place this is.

quiet and comfortable. a place to relax and watch the wildlife. The owners malc and zoe were there with advice on where to go and checked that everything was alright for us. we will be recommended the Grove to everyone we know.

Lovely rural setting.

Friendly approachable hosts. Fenced area at front of property with 5bar gate to allow dogs off lead. Sheep, ducks and wildlife to observe and part of Tarka Trail to explore. Lovely open plan living space. Well equipped kitchen. Nearby `Well Made` Cafe for delicious lunches with horticulture gardens and livestock to visit. War Horse Museum close by within working farm with tractor trailer ride, watch milking, feed calves. Forestry Commission reserve near Folly Gate for dog walking and nearby Nature Reserve. A lovely peaceful holiday.

2nd year at this place and loved both occasions it’s a hidden gem in Devon Will be there next year as well loved every minute

We were made very welcome by Malcolm and Zoey.

A little gem in Devon.

This cottage is terrible value for money: absolute minimum of everything from a half roll of loo roll no extra binliners, no coffee pot, not a tin of salt or tea bag upon arrival.

NO WIFI. NO CELL SERVICE. The "patio" is a picnic table in the car park. "Cider House Rules" posted all over do not lend an air of welcome. And the only time we saw the owners was 5 minutes when we arrived. The only real positive were very comfortable beds.

Beautiful location in very peaceful spot but with many top quality attractions and walks in easy reach.

With the weather as it was Devon and Cornwall can better any overseas holiday, with Bude and Woolacombe beaches fighting for top spot with the children. For the others Rosemoor and Arlington Court topped their list.

This cottage is set 1.

5miles from Hatherleigh in a absolutely beautiful setting. If you are after a tranquil and rural setting then this is the one for you. The Granary is beautiful. Everything you would need for a family get away! Don't let the lack of wifi put you off! The countryside is calling you to explore! The cottage is beautiful, the kitchen has everything you would need (no dishwasher). The shower in the bathroom is excellent - you feel like you have had full body massage! The log burner is a real asset. Upstairs the bedrooms have everything, comfy beds, wardrobes and TV's. Malcolm and Zoe are brilliant hosts and are always on hand if you need anything. We will definitely be back!!

Lovely spacious cottage in rural location.

However, if you have small dogs the garden is not secure as they can get through the bar gate. Hopefully the owner will put some stock fencing onto it on the lower half to prevent this. Also, no welcome pack, not one single teabag or milk etc.for arrival so be aware and stock up before arrival.

My kind of holiday.

Relaxing quiet. Lovey owners; helpful and kind. Cottage was super. Remote (which for me was perfect) but you do need to think of everything you might need for this type of holiday in terms of consumables. All in all a super time and will definitely be going back. Grateful thanks to Malcolm and Zoe (owners)

Lovely cottage near a small friendly village with two great pubs.

Great for exploring Devon/Cornwall or just for relaxing.

Over all the cottage was very comfortable.

The only criticism would be that there is no area to relax out side, if a small rear garden would or could be created it would enhance the property and increase the appeal.

Lovely cottage beautiful location but a little remote.

Malcolm and Zoe very friendly.

Very nice extremely nice hosts, lovely location we totally relaxed.

We thought at first not having wifi would be a problem but no without it meant we could totally shut off from business.

fantastic holiday, fantastic cottage and location in a tranquil setting met all expectations and lovely welcomeing hosts.