Guests say
Moorstone Cottage in Okehampton, Devon, is praised for its delightful setting, spaciousness, and comfort. Guests appreciate the peaceful views, generous parking, and proximity to Dartmoor for walks. The large garden and welcome pack are well-received, contributing to a pleasant stay. Some guests noted issues with cleanliness and maintenance but overall enjoyed their time and would recommend the property.
Guests have reported some concerns with cleanliness, including uncleaned toilets, sinks, and floors, as well as dirty kitchen items. However, these issues seem isolated and not representative of everyone's experience.
The location is highly praised for its quietness, easy access to Dartmoor, and proximity to major roads. The peaceful views and local pub within walking distance are also appreciated.
The property is described as comfortable, with plenty of room, comfy beds, and a large garden for relaxation. However, some guests found the lounge seating challenging to rise from.
The property is well-equipped with a kitchen, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Safety features are in place. Some guests encountered issues with showers, a loose toilet seat, and a lack of kindling for the fire.
The provision of a welcome pack was mentioned positively, indicating thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, may not be consistently provided for all stays.
About this property
Enjoying a rural position in South Zeal, Devon is Moorstone, a fabulous, three-bedroom home. Enveloped by nature-filled walking and cycling trails, within the Dartmoor National Park, Moorstone offers a haven for outdoor enthusiasts, inviting six guests to enjoy the best of Devon. Park up on the sweeping, gated driveway, before heading indoors to your new abode. Start your break in the traditional yet well-equipped kitchen/diner, where the chef of the family can rustle up delicious meals, ready to gather around the dining table. If the weather allows, light the barbecue, and unwind upon the rear patio, nestled within your private, enclosed garden, bordered by mature shrubs and echoed by birdsong. End the evening by lighting the open fire and cosying up in front of the TV, before sloping off to sleep in one of the three double bedrooms on offer. Come morning, enjoy a long soak or a refreshing shower in the ground-floor shower room, before heading into South Zeal, to dine out, stock up on the essentials and kickstart your itinerary. Within proximity you'll locate the National Trust landmark of Finch Foundry and the summit of Higher Tor, along with further beauty spots across the national park including Becky Falls Ancient Woodland Park and Canonteign Falls. The nearest town is Okehampton, where you'll find further amenities to ease your stay, along with the chance to tour the remains of Okehampton Castle or practise your swing at the local golf club. With Exeter a car journey away, fill your itinerary with sightseeing, visiting the cathedral, River Exe and streets of independent shops and eateries, before returning home for supper. Gather your loved ones with a stay at Moorstone.
Situated on the very northern edge of the Dartmoor National Park, South Zeal is a lovely small village offering an excellent base for walkers. Some of the wildest parts of the moors lie within easy walking distance, while the larger town of Okehampton is just under five miles away. South Zeal is home to two pubs and a village shop, offering all the essentials for a self-catered stay. Nearby attractions include the National Trust's Castle Drogo, Stone Lane Gardens, The Miniature Pony Centre, Okehampton Castle and the Beck Falls Ancient Woodland Park.
Accommodation
Three double bedrooms.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with open fire.
Garage
Central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel, power, and starter pack for open fire included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot available.
Private driveway.
Enclosed, wrap-around garden with lawn, patio, furniture and barbecue.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop and pub 0.4 miles.
Note: There are steps in the garden, please take care
Nearby points of interest
- Dartmoor Prison Museum
- House of Marbles
Reviews (5)
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James
It was a good base for us whilst we viewed properties in the area and it was perfect for Dartmoor exploration. On arrival, there were a few issues though.....toilets, sinks, the bin, multiple surfaces and floors hadn't been properly cleaned; there was a loose toilet seat and both showers were faulty; the hoover didn't work properly; numerous kitchen items were dirty and there was no kindling in the 'starter pack' for the fire. Elsewhere, there was no bedside lighting in the main bedroom (there were two small battery operated lights in there with flat batteries) and we weren't left a 'welcome pack' as per previous guests. The owner doesn't live close by so is presumably reliant on local support to manage the property for her, and she has clearly been let down. However, the property could definitely be enhanced to make it feel homely and lived-in (eg. artwork on bedroom and lounge walls; books & games on the empty shelves in the lounge; better 'soft' lighting in the bedrooms and lounge for reading and relaxing). Overall, despite feeling very disappointed at the condition of the property at the start, we made the best of our time here, and would recommend this property as a place with HUGE potential but one that would benefit from more hands-on management to make sure that guests settle in without any issues.
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Janet
The welcome pack provided was very much appreciated. One very minor observation was made about the seating in the lounge - the seats were very comfortable, but not easy to rise from. Having recieved a welcome email from the owner , Sharon, this was duly mentioned to her aand noted for future referenceThe parking was more than adequate, . We found that by turning right out of the cottage and travelling under the bridge, it was quicker access to more major roads for onward journeys. However as the village roads are quite narrow, I can imagine that this direction may prove a little difficult for larger vehicles. All in all we had a wonderful stay - thyank you.
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Tony
It has everything needed for a great holiday with comfy beds & a large garden unfortunately we had to cut the holiday short due the severe storms but would definitely recommend to anyone. The only draw back we had was from a neighbor who claimed we were smoking cannabis! but the problem was quickly cleared up by Sharron the owner