Nuthatch Cottage

Our stay at this cottage was nothing short of wonderful.

The home itself is so beautiful, elegant, and charming—every little detail made it feel truly special. From the lovely artistic pieces and thoughtful hangings to the neatly kept plates and glasses, everything felt curated with so much care and effort. It gave us such a warm, homely feeling from the moment we arrived. One of the touches we appreciated most was the laminated welcome file, which included not just the history of the cottage, but also clear information about where everything is and nearby places to visit. It showed how much love and thought has gone into making this cottage a comfortable home for guests. The patio in the middle of the garden was another highlight, such a peaceful spot to sit and soak in the surroundings. And the stargazing through the roof window was absolutely magical—an experience we’ll never forget. Sally and Malcolm are the warmest, most welcoming hosts. We were greeted with a delicious homemade lemon cake, and Sally took the time to welcome us personally. On our departure, we met Malcolm, who was just as kind and pleasant—and even their dog was a delight! They truly make the cottage feel like a home. The location was perfect too—not too tucked away, yet peacefully set apart from busy roads. The detailed directions sent beforehand made finding the cottage very easy. This cottage has truly become a piece of my heart, and I’ll always cherish the memories we made here. Thank you so much, Sally and Malcolm, for creating such a lovely space and for your warm hospitality. Everyone should stay here at least once—it’s an experience not to be missed.

Thank you for a wonderful stay.

We hope to return in future, maybe booking Two Shoes as well to visit with extra family. We have so much left to see in the area. The beds were really comfy, the shower was hot and it was a powerful hairdryer which is rare in a holiday let. The kitchen is well equipped and the rooms are a great size with good storage, mirrors etc. Meadow, Dad and I were all very happy. The delicious lemon drizzle cake and dog biscuits were much appreciated. Dad said the only improvement that he could think of was bigger bath sheets for the shower. My only suggestion is to put some board games in the sideboard. Warm regards, Jo

We stayed in Nuthatch with two young children.

Whilst some other family stayed in the other cottage here. We received a very warm welcome and we all loved our stay. The gardens were lovely and well kept. The rooms were nice and the bed in the main bedroom was a good size for all four of us to comfortably fit in of a morning. The cottage was well set up for kids but could have done with a stair gate and a second baking tray for our dinners. It was quiet even though we were next to the road and the boys were able to safely run between the cottages to visit family whenever they wanted. The cake Sally made for our arrival was yummy. We had a lovely bbq but if you are planning to have one during your stay ensure to bring some metal utensils with you. Thank you for a great stay.

The owners offer a great break.

The accommodation is spotless & they don’t invade your privacy whilst you are there. Garth Jones

There was no phone signal.

The WiFi was patchy as you had to find a spot in the lounge to connect to

We were fortunate enough to stay in this delightful cottage for 4 weeks and from start to finish, it has been a wonderful experience.

Sally and Malcolm made every effort to ensure we were fully catered for and were continually helpful. They have made a beautiful oasis of a garden which we used to its fullest benefit. If it wasn't for the fact that we are moving to Dartmoor, we would definitely come back. We have nonetheless recommended the cottage to our family and friends. Thank you so much Sally and Malcolm!

We enjoyed a lovely week at Nuthatch Cottage.

The owners are very friendly and helpful, without being intrusive. We had an initial problem with wifi, but they resolved it by providing a plug-in router extender. The cottage is comfortable and very well equipped, and the garden is lovely. It's in a great location for visits to numerous National Trust properties as well as the Dartmoor National Park. We also enjoyed a trip on the South Devon Steam train. Overall, a lovely place to stay!

The property was as described, excellent.

The photos listed were exactly what we got. The owners were very helpful on our arrival complete with a welcome cake,milk etc.This was our first experience with Syles and will definitely use again.