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The Coach House at Thorn Farm

(Ref. 1101840)

Bridford near Moretonhampstead, Devon Show on map

5.0

Sykes rating

  • 4 Guests

  • 2 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

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26 Customer Reviews

  • "A lovely warm, clean and very comfortable property with everything you could want."

    We had a brilliant week and would love to return.

    Thank you very much for your review. We are delighted that you enjoyed your stay, and you’d be most welcome to return in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Karen5.0Nov 2024

  • "Beautifully decorated property in lovely surroundings."

    So comfortable and well equipped with all the essentials. Both bathrooms had amazing showers and we enjoyed relaxing after a day of walking in the roll top bath. Highly recommend.

    Thank you for your complimentary review. We are so glad that you enjoyed your holiday with us, and thank you for recommending us to future guests. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Alex5.0Oct 2024

  • "We were greeted upon arrival by the property owner who was welcoming and friendly."

    Lovely bottle of wine for our enjoyment provided. The property, itself, has been beautifully built out of an old farm building and is warm, clean and very well appointed and equipped. Would say it is perfect for a couple although there are two lovely double bedrooms with modern ensuite bathroom facilities. Bit of a lack of privacy for two couples but probably ok for a few days. Very nice kitchen and excellent laundry. Plenty of parking. It is a little remote and you need to follow some very narrow Devon lanes to reach the property but once there is is peaceful and so very comfortable. Would recommend this property.

    Reviewed by Anne4.7Oct 2024

  • "The Coach House was tastefully decorated and furnished and was spotlessly clean."

    Although we didn't need the heating or log burner when we visited, I should imagine that it would be really warm and cosy in the colder months. It was a pleasure to stay at a property where it was so blissfully quiet. Val.

    We are delighted that you enjoyed the peace and quiet, and thank you for your kind words and review. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Valerie5.0Sep 2024

  • "I stayed with my wife, young teenage daughter and our Lakeland terrier from 9th - 16th August 2024."

    We found The Coach House to be a well presented, lovingly furnished, spotlessly clean and sympathetic barn conversion which has been done with great attention to detail, and which incorporates all the facilities you could require - a real home-from-home, with the bonus of 30 acres of hay meadows for dog walking. It’s a great base for exploring the moor and south Devon beaches. The long walks, dark skies, and solitude meant we had some great nights sleep!

    It was a pleasure to have you and your family stay with us for a week. We are so glad that you enjoyed the coach house, along with the delights of Dartmoor and the charms of Devon. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Lloyd5.0Aug 2024

  • "A great retreat, well organised home away from home."

    Thank you for your review and feedback. We are glad you enjoyed your stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Ashleigh5.0Jul 2024

  • "Excellent holiday accommodation with everything you need."

    Owners so kind and such a peaceful location with a very friendly farm cat! Lots to do in the area, we will hopefully be back soon.

    Thank you ever so much for your feedback. We are very pleased that you enjoyed yourself and had such a peaceful time. We (and the cat) would be delighted to see you again in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sam5.0Jul 2024

  • "This is the perfect place to recharge and relax away from everyday noises and light pollution."

    The barn has been beautifully transformed into an open plan space with amazing attention to detail in every room. I have taken some design tips home. The kitchen has all the accessories you would need to prepare a meal after walking in Dartmoor or the lovely walks from the farm. It was a big bonus to be able to walk my nervous dog off the lead in their fields. The cat was always there to greet you and the outside tables are positioned perfectly to view the stars on a clear night. The downstairs lobby was fabulous to store boots and wet gear and the utility room with freezer, washing machine and dryer a real bonus. The cleaning liquid for our use was a lovely touch. The farm is down single tracks so be prepared to reverse if you meet any vehicles. Simon and Natalie were wonderful hosts and I highly recommend this place. I will definitely be rebooking next year.

    We are delighted that you enjoyed yourselves so much, and that you had such a relaxing time. It was a joy to speak to you and we very much look forward to seeing you again in the future. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sandra5.0Jun 2024

  • "The Coach House offers everything that you would need and more so it was easy to get comfortable and get into holiday mode to enjoy the idyllic setting and wonderful views."

    Two weeks went by far too quickly.

    Thank you so much for your lovely feedback. We strive to make it as comfortable and relaxing as possible, and it was a pleasure to host you for 2 weeks. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Margaret5.0May 2024

  • "Really good accommodation."

    The corner room shower appeared to be slightly plugged up. Very happy that there was 24 hour hot water. Loved the farm yard position and remoteness. Might have been good to have had black out shades on the skylights .

    Reviewed by Timothy4.7May 2024

  • "I loved this accommodation as it was just what we were after in a break."

    Quiet, secluded and extremely peaceful. The accommodation itself was clean, spacious and a real comforting stay after a day of going out. I could not recommend this place highly enough if a peaceful break with your family including the dog is what you are after.

    Thank you so much for your kind words and recommendation. We are delighted that you had such a quiet and peaceful stay with us. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Noel5.0May 2024

  • "What fantastic accommodation, we can't speak highly enough of it."

    Simon the owner was very friendly, checking to make sure we had everything we needed. A lot of care & attention has been given to every room. Very clean & comfortable, all immaculately furnished and the kitchen has everything you could want. I'm certainly going to miss cooking in it! Infact, I've taken home some furnishing ideas! It was great that the door in was downstairs & so muddy boots & rucksacks could be left there. Loved the fact there was also a utility room containing freezer & clothes washing facilities with washing liquid etc for our use, a lovely touch. Lovely walks are from the doorstep and places such as Canonteign Falls & Castle Drogo, both a must visit, a short drive away. Overall, this has to be the best accommodation we have had in the many years we have used Sykes & would definitely recommend.

    Wow, thank you for your fabulous feedback, and we are delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We have only been open since last July and we encourage all and any feedback in order to enhance the property and therefore guest experience. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Dawn5.0Apr 2024

  • "We had a lovely stay at The Coach House."

    The property itself was well furnished and very comfortable. Great location and we soon got used to the narrow lanes leading to the property. Would highly recommend, however, we would make the following comments: we found the stairs quite slippy (no shoes allowed upstairs) and our dog fell down a couple of times; maybe some grips could be fitted? Upon arrival I was worried regarding our dog and their beautiful new carpets upstairs; maybe provide an outside tap or water butt to help clean dog's feet? Also, we struggled getting off the drive (it was very wet with all the rain) as it's quite muddy and your turning onto a very narrow lane; maybe try and level the end of the drive? All these points are just my opinion and NOT critical. As already said, would highly recommend and would return ourselves. Thank you to the owners for messaging us about an item of clothing we left behind. Many thanks for a great stay.

    Reviewed by Daniel4.7Mar 2024

  • "I was really looking forward to our stay at the Coach House as the photos looked great but when we arrived the barn conversion was even better."

    Beautifully designed living space for 4 people with so many stylish finishing touches. The main living space is flooded with light from the roof lights which also gave us a peek at the beautiful rural countryside surrounding us. Everything we needed for a self catering week was supplied and all top quality. My son's a keen cook and loved preparing meals for us every day

    Reviewed by Lara5.0Mar 2024

  • "The property was excellent, definitely 5 star."

    Everything was immaculate and very good quality and so much thought had gone into it to make it a perfect stay and so many extras.

    Reviewed by Tracey5.0Dec 2023

  • "Excellent barn conversion."

    Beautiful walks from the properties. Home from home everything perfect.

    Thank you for your positive feedback. We very much enjoyed hosting you and we look forward to seeing you again in a couple of weeks time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Anne5.0Nov 2023

  • "Lovely break, was nice to go somewhere and feel chilled with everything at hand."

    Lovely decor, eco friendly products. And lots of tree planting going on. Definitely worth a stay.

    Reviewed by Deborah5.0Nov 2023

  • "A superb conversion and a very comfortable stay with everything you might need available."

    The location was beautiful, but be aware of the narrow lanes and sometimes challenging driving!

    Reviewed by Fiona5.0Oct 2023

  • "We felt the lack of privacy and sound proofing between the bedrooms / ensuite ..."

    We felt the lack of privacy and sound proofing between the bedrooms / ensuite and the main room could be an issue if sharing with friends, also it would have been helpful to have been able to see the amazing views from the widows,apart from this we thought it was beautifully furnished with everything catered for

    Reviewed by Philip4.7Oct 2023

  • "This is an amazing place quality through out and the farm is so tranquil and ..."

    This is an amazing place quality through out and the farm is so tranquil and quiet, Simon and Natalie were fantastic host's couldn't do enough for you (thank you for the garlic bread

    Thank you so much for your feedback. We are delighted that you had such an enjoyable and peaceful time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nigel5.0Sep 2023

  • "What a stunning conversion of The Coach House !"

    Our hosts, Natalie and Simon, provided everything we needed for a very comfortable stay. The beds are so comfy and the bathrooms/shower areas so luxurious. The kitchen and utility also had everything anyone could need and the overall opinion is that it really did feel like a 'home from home' during our stay. Set in a very quiet location it was a treat to hear owls during the evening and see the Swifts - probably for the last time before they fly to a warmer climate !! Natalie and Simon are the perfect hosts and we so enjoyed meeting them. Thank you so much for making our stay memorable.

    We are so glad that you enjoyed your stay, and it was a pleasure to host you. Our aim is to provide our guests with a peaceful and comfortable base in which to explore what Devon has to offer, and we are delighted that you had a memorable time. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Stephen5.0Sep 2023

  • "We had a wonderful week from 1st September at the most lovely property and didn't want to leave."

    Our hosts Simon & Natalie were very welcoming and informative about places to see and eat. The Coach House certainly lives up to the expectation of the pictures and has everything you need to relax and enjoy yourselves. We would highly recommend it.

    Thank you very much for your kind words, and we were only too pleased to assist with recommendations. It was lovely talking to you, and you would be warmly welcomed back anytime. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Elaine5.0Sep 2023

  • "Suggestions: Boot scrapper at front door, put the microwave in the kitchen."

    Bathrooms grab rail in shower and perhaps a non slip mat, somewhere to put shower gel, shampoo etc., shelf for toilet bags, plus for the smaller bedroom a mirror is needed adjacent to a plug socket for hair drying etc. A prominent sign at the start of the lane, to The Coach House / Thorn Farm.

    Reviewed by Keith5.0Aug 2023

  • "The Coach House was exceptionally clean and the kitchen was very well equipped."

    We enjoyed our stay, thank you

    We are glad you enjoyed it, thank you very much. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Nicola5.0Aug 2023

  • "The Coach House was a perfect place for a Devon holiday."

    Our hosts, Simon and Natalie, had only finished converting the barn this year and we were their third guests. The cottage was in fabulous condition, spotless and well fitted out. We were made to feel very welcome and we have no hesitation on making a full recommendation for the cotrage.

    Thank you so much for your review. We were pleased to welcome you all and especially delighted that you enjoyed your stay. We are new to the holiday let business and positive feedback like yours gives us great encouragement. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Richard5.0Aug 2023

  • "Absolutely lovely property and the surrounds of Dartmoor are stunning."

    Everything you could need is supplied in the property. We loved the little elephants hiding around the place, Mouse the cat is awesome and Connie the horse was lovely. Really high end finishing and appliances, and the property is spacious and homely, with great games and books also, if you just want to chill. Would highly recommend this property and corner of the world to visit. Thank you Simon and Natalie, your were amazing hosts.

    Thank you so much for your kind words and positive feedback. It was a joy to host you and your lovely family. We were delighted to introduce you to our animals and to help where we could with recommendations of local places to visit and eat. It was a pleasure to have met you and to have you as guests. It means a great deal to us that you had an enjoyable stay. Property Owner

    Reviewed by Sara5.0Jul 2023

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Summary

  • Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite freestanding bath, walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x 4ft 6" double with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
  • Utility
  • Oil central heating
  • Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer and dishwasher
  • Smart TV with Freesat, WiFi, and games
  • Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Stairgate available and travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Private driveway parking
  • Garden with patio, furniture and access to lockable bike storage and farm paddocks for walking
  • One well-behaved dog welcome with second dog at a fee of £25
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 3.4 miles, pub 1.6 miles
  • Note: Open-tread stairs, please take care
  • Note: The owners live next door
  • Note: There is access to the garden via stone steps from both bedrooms please take care
  • Note: The garden is not enclosed
  • Note: Due to the property being a working farm, dogs are to be kept on a lead when outside

The property

Moretonhampstead 4.3 miles.

Situated within the Dartmoor National Park, on a working farm near Bridford, Devon is The Coach House at Thorn Farm.

This stylish stable conversion is ideal for a small family or two couples and is home to a wealth of quality and character features, including exposed stone walls and beams, a staircase crafted from ash, reclaimed from the farm, and all the home comforts you need for a self-catering stay.

Private driveway parking greets you on arrival, along with an outdoor dining area, then make your way into the ground-floor space, which hosts a handy utility area to keep your clothes refreshed.

From here, climb the stairs to the open-plan living space, sure to be the social hub during your stay.

The kitchen has all you need to enjoy memorable suppers, while the open plan dining space welcomes you to prepare your meals with conversation flowing.

Unwind in the sitting area with a film on the Smart TV, or perhaps just enjoy each other's company with a board game and glass of wine.

As you grow tired, refresh before bed in the en-suites; the double room has a shower room, while the master king-size plays host to a freestanding bath for a much-needed soak after a busy day of exploring.

An external door leading to the garden is a feature of both bedrooms; follow the rustic stone steps down to the patio and bask in the sun, or venture off to explore the charming paddocks and working-farm grounds.

When you're ready to explore beyond the idyllic grounds, you can find an abundance of walking and cycling routes in the area, with the nearest point of interest being Heltor Rock, where picture-perfect views of the national park can be seen.

The village of Bridford is closeby with it's Woodland Park and characterful Inn.

Should you wish to dine out or stock up on the essentials, make your way into Moretonhampstead via the pretty country lanes: a charming town on the northern edge of Dartmoor National Park with a handful of independent shops and eateries.

For a day exploring the area's waterfalls, find Becky Falls Ancient Woodland Park and Canonteign Falls within reach by car, a perfect day out with a picnic.

If the city is more your style, you can spend a day shopping in Exeter, while if you want some seaside fun, travel a little further to the Exmouth coast.

For a gorgeous holiday home in a scenic area, choose The Coach House at Thorn Farm.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

MORETONHAMPSTEAD

Chagford 5 miles; Tavistock 20 miles; Exeter 27 miles.

A picturesque town at the northern point of Dartmoor National Park in Devon, Moretonhampstead, is small in size but is packed with amenities and things to do. There is a wide range of shops as well as four pubs and an open-air swimming pool to enjoy at your leisure, an art gallery and a motor museum. Nearby you will find the market town of Chagford, also dotted with cafes and eateries, whilst Exeter is a car journey away, home to several manicured gardens, River Exe, and Barley Valley Nature Reserve.