Guests say
Ludgate Cottage in Devon is highly praised for its cleanliness, comfortable furnishings, and superb location, offering direct access to Dartmoor's stunning landscapes. The well-equipped kitchen and thoughtful touches, such as games and a welcome cake, contribute to a delightful stay. While some minor issues with facilities and maintenance are noted, the overall experience is cherished by guests, many of whom are repeat visitors.
Guests consistently commend the cottage for its cleanliness, with several reviews highlighting the spotless condition upon arrival. The high standard of cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location is frequently celebrated for its proximity to Dartmoor and the ease of accessing walking trails and local attractions. The picturesque setting and encounters with local wildlife add to the charm of the cottage's location.
Comfort is a strong point for the cottage, with guests finding the beds and sofas very comfortable. The spacious kitchen and living areas also contribute to a relaxing stay. However, some guests mentioned issues with the settees, slightly impacting the score.
The cottage is well-equipped, particularly the kitchen, and offers a range of entertainment options for wet days. Some guests reported minor issues with the TV and dishwasher, but these do not detract significantly from the overall positive feedback on the facilities.
The presence of a welcome cake and other considerate touches are appreciated by guests, indicating thoughtfulness. However, as these gifts are subject to change and not guaranteed, they are a delightful bonus rather than an expectation.
About this property
Below the striking Dartmoor landmark of Haytor is this semi-detached cottage, close to the small village of Haytor Vale. With amazing views as far as the sea, this is a wonderful place for walking, cycling and touring the magnificent scenery. Head up the steps to the front door and through the hall you will find two downstairs oak-floored bedrooms with a bathroom. The big airy sitting room with characterful beams is upstairs for those absorbing views, together with a kitchen fitted in oak and black granite with a dining area. The grassy garden opposite the cottage faces south and has a picnic table for alfresco meals, and you can store bikes in a garage. The focal point of this friendly cottage is clearly the surrounding moorland which is perfect for enjoying the great outdoors and gazing at the panoramic views. Welcoming little towns and villages like Bovey Tracey and Widecombe-in-the-Moor have plenty of eateries and places of interest to explore. Ludgate Cottage is a fine place for discovering Dartmoor and Devons countryside.
Haytor Vale is a very pretty hamlet of white cottages beside the old coaching inn, The Rock, on Dartmoor's southeastern edge just one mile from the market town of Bovey Tracey.
Accommodation
Two downstairs bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x twin.
Downstairs bathroom with walk-in shower, WC, basin.
Hall.
Upstairs sitting room.
Kitchen with dining area.
Central heating with electric fires.
Microwave, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Highchair available on request, Off road parking for two cars.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Pub less than 1 mile from property.
Nearby points of interest
- House of Marbles
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- Babbacombe Model Village
- Torquay Museum
- Shaldon Beach
- Powderham Castle
Reviews (42)
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Sarah
Spotlessly clean, good facilities and great location. Very helpful owner. Lots of things to do nearby, we didnât want to some home. Thank you!
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Anne
The settees are awful. I know they are fairly new but the quality is dreadful. We had to sit on cushions because the settees sag so much, and getting up was difficult. Also not all of the oven works. However, the new walk in shower is brilliant. The beds are very comfortable and there is plenty of crockery etc. Cake and milk are there on arrival. The cottage is on the edge of Dartmoor which is magnificent.
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Elizabeth
Plenty of kitchen equipment to meet cooking needs and for health reasons I cook a lot on holiday. Good base for many other parts of Dartmoor and the coast. Would recommend.