The Old Log Shed

5.0★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
2 Bathrooms
Pets No
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Features

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

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

46 Customer Review(s)

Gemma
October 2024

“This was our second visit.”

We love the Log Shed and will stay again. Thanks for the fresh apple juice!

We love the Log Shed and will stay again. Thanks for the fresh apple juice!

- Gemma, October 2024
Sieijish July 2024

“We had a very relaxing stay at this beautiful cottage.”

A very quiet setting in the beautiful countryside is what we wanted and this was just perfect. Jane and her family were very welcoming and thanks for the cake and the milk. It was also a joy to see and talk to Jane’s mom and special thanks to her for bringing some home grown veggies. The kitchen was well equipped with everything we needed, all rooms very well furnished with great attention to details. The tennis court was also in top condition. It was amazing to see the cows in the nearby fields but that their presence also brings some unpleasant odour and flies. Overall, this is a great cottage for anyone looking for a relaxing stay in the countryside.

- Sieijish, July 2024
Christian July 2024

“Our holiday at the Old Log Shed was very good.”

It is a high standard accomodation.It is very well equiped and above all the kitchen where nothing is missing and have very good furniture. The bedrooms are large enough and the beds comfortable.

- Christian, July 2024
Alec March 2024

“The Old Log Shed is very well set up and fully equipped with quality furnishings and facilities.”

Jane, the owner, was very welcoming. She provided us with a lovely sponge cake, so thanks again Jane. The location is very quiet, which is what we like. Peace and quiet.

- Alec, March 2024
Gerald October 2023

“A lovely/practical cottage whose owners had thought through what every self caterer needs.”

The result? Nothing else needed. A pity there are no footpaths to walk "from the door" but there are many excellent scenic walks within 4/5 miles and the coast is only 30 mins or so, away Loved Lyme Regis, Seaton, Sidmouth, Beer (particularly there Caves) Shall we return ? - Yes.

- Gerald, October 2023
Sharon September 2023

“Spotless accommodation, comfortable and peaceful.”

Very helpful owner, even helping with our Tesco order when we were stuck in traffic! Could not establish why we had such a problem with flies in the property, even when there was no food out or other such items to attract them. Altogether, aside from the flies, we had a superb break.

- Sharon, September 2023
Helen September 2023

“Well equipped, spotlessly clean property in a lovely quiet location with the owners on site who were able to suggest places to visit and eat when asked to do so.”

- Helen, September 2023
James July 2023

“We had a lovely stay in this fantastic property.”

It has been expertly converted into a lovely holiday let and the quality is obvious through out. It is the best holiday cottage we have stayed in. The lawn is also perfect and quiet for our kids to run around and burn off some energy! Thank you for letting us stay

- James, July 2023
Paul July 2023

“We loved the Old Log Shed, Jane and her mother was very welcoming.”

The house and grounds were beautifully maintained and having use of the tennis court was a real bonus. On arrival there was a lovely Victoria Sponge cake waiting for us - thanks

- Paul, July 2023
Paula July 2023

“The cottage is lovely, finished to a very high standard with everything you could need for your stay.”

The garden area is a real bonus. It is in a good location, quiet but not too far a drive to get to a variety of places to visit.

- Paula, July 2023
Tim May 2023

“Great location for lots to do with the kids.”

The facilities were excellent. We really enjoyed our stay.

- Tim, May 2023
Sara April 2023

“Lovely comfortable cottage in beautiful peaceful setting.”

Friendly owners who left delicious cake, milk and fresh flowers.

- Sara, April 2023
Gemma April 2023

“The property was perfect - lovely decor and very clean.”

It’s a great location for lots of tourist hotspots and close to Honiton which has a train station. We will definitely return to The Old Log Shed again.

- Gemma, April 2023
Glynis October 2022

“The very well-equipped cottage was great and in a lovely setting.”

The provision of some local milk, a delicious cake and a few tea bags was very welcome, especially as we flew from France and were unable to bring things from home. Despite rain every day of our week's holiday, we enjoyed a relaxing and comfortable stay.

- Glynis, October 2022
Fiona October 2022

“Excellent. Ideal and central to everything we wanted to do.”

- Fiona, October 2022
Colin September 2022

“Perfect, just what we wanted!”

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- Colin, September 2022
Gillian September 2022

“A beautifully presented cosy cottage with welcoming (cake and farm milk)hosts.”

We had everything we needed for a relaxing holiday, and would not hesitate to recommend it

- Gillian, September 2022
Robert August 2022

“Extremely clean and tidy with first class quality equipment.”

The host, Jane is a very kind and helpful person, the welcome cake was delicious and the local milk an added bonus. Very comfortable accommodation set in a peaceful location. Can't fault it, would certainly recommend the location, and we will definitely be making a return visit.

- Robert, August 2022
Lizi July 2022

“We had a wonderful stay in this beautifully clean, well equipped cottage.”

We were very lucky with the weather so were able to spend lots of time in the wonderful garden too. The hosts were very friendly and welcoming. Thank you so much!

- Lizi, July 2022
Odette May 2022

“We had a really great holiday staying at The Old Log Shed.”

We could not fault the accommodation, it was extremely well equipped, and the owners were so friendly and helpful, and welcomed us with a delicious homemade cake! Our children loved playing tennis and in the garden, and it is in a great location for enjoying the seaside, as well as other local tourist attractions (including alpaca trekking, donkey sanctuary, fossil hunting, and Bicton Park and gardens). We would definitely stay again and would recommend to friends and family

- Odette, May 2022
Peter May 2022

“This is a well thought design for a holiday property with all the equipment and facilities that you could wish for.”

The property is in a quiet farming setting and the owners are friendly and very welcoming.

- Peter, May 2022
David April 2022

“Had a relaxing week in this extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean property.”

Cottage was warm and cosy and very well equipped with everything you could need. It’s a lovely quiet spot with good access in a lovely location. Owners were very friendly and welcoming and left us a lovely home made cake and some beautiful flowers from their garden. All in all one of the best cottages we’ve stayed in and we are planning to book again for next year.

- David, April 2022
Eden April 2022

“Fantastically appointed cottage, with welcoming hosts who left Easter treats and a homemade cake!”

Perfect location - ideal for exploring the Devon coast. 5 star.

- Eden, April 2022
Duncan October 2021

“Wonderful cottage in a lovely, peaceful, scenic setting, with warm inviting owners who do not impose and let you get on with your holiday.”

- Duncan, October 2021
Barry September 2021

“The Old Log Shed is easily the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.”

Everything was high specification, welcoming and very comfortable and quiet. Our host Jane was very welcoming and we very much enjoyed the large cake left for us and the bottle of locally produced milk provided was greatly appreciated. A great holiday.

- Barry, September 2021
Mary August 2021

“The Old Log Shed is in a great location to visit both north and south Devon coasts.”

It’s a beautiful setting.

- Mary, August 2021
Elizabeth July 2021

“A lovely warm welcome on arrival.”

Fresh flowers, local milk and a home made cake left for us. House was spotless. Quiet and peaceful. Children loved playing tennis, crochet and on the swing in the spacious garden. Plenty of places to explore.

- Elizabeth, July 2021
Margaret May 2021

“Just to say that the owners could not have been more helpful and welcoming.”

- Margaret, May 2021
Michael May 2021

“An amazing property, would highly recommend.”

Very high standard and spotlessly clean. Thanks to great hosts Jane and Phil, will definitely be booking again. Mick and Ros.

- Michael, May 2021
Michael September 2020

“A well equipped and comfortable cottage maintained to a high standard .”

Very clean and tidy with great care taken by the owners to make the property COVID safe.

- Michael, September 2020
Craig September 2020

“A very well equipped cottage with top of the range appliances in a lovely peaceful setting.”

A most welcome cake, milk and flowers on arrival. The cleanliness was excellent and most re-assuring in these Covid-19 times.There were plenty of cleaning products available for guests to use including plentiful hand wash.. The owner was very friendly and nothing was too much trouble. This is our second visit and we hope to return again in the future.

- Craig, September 2020
Brian August 2020

“It was great to be able to have direct contact with the owners during our stay.”

This was an unusual opportunity and very welcoming. The property was one of the best that we have ever stayed at, and hope to make a return visit another year.

- Brian, August 2020
Peter August 2020

“Given the current situation and having had our previous picked property cancelled by the owner Sykes did everything they could to get us a matching property on the same dates and of the same quality.”

They did not disapoint. The Old Log Shed was a fantastic property, lovely location, maintained to a very high standard and we would love to go back again in the future.

- Peter, August 2020
Paul August 2020

“First class accommodation with high quality furnishings and equipment.”

Real home from home, and made to feel very welcome by the owners Jane, Phil and family. Idyllic location with extra attraction of full sized tennis court. Lovely little extras including fresh flowers and home made cake. Highly recommended.

- Paul, August 2020
Barbara August 2019

“The Old Log Shed is a superb little house.”

It has everything you could possibly want in a holiday let, in fact I could quite easily live here! Well equipped, very clean and very comfortable, a large patio and lovely garden. Surrounded by beautiful views of the countryside and oh so peaceful. If there is a negative point to make it would be that if you’re a keen walker there are no walks to go on from the property, you need a car to get anywhere!

- Barbara, August 2019
Jamie August 2019

“The property was stunning!”

The owners made us feel truly welcome and the setting was bliss! The tennis court was amazing, the swing gave hours of fun and the property itself was just a dream.

- Jamie, August 2019
Deanne May 2019

“Fabulous”

- Deanne, May 2019
Tom April 2019

“Lovely modern barn reservation in a quiet location not to far from the quainte village of Honiton.”

Great base for the south east Devon coast. Plenty of outdoor space and fresh air! Wonderful place we will be back!

- Tom, April 2019
Andrea April 2019

“Beautiful place, would definately recommend if you are looking for a quiet getaway.”

- Andrea, April 2019
Virginia December 2018

“The cottage was beautiful and very comfortable as well as immaculately clean.”

The surrounding property is surrounded by rolling hills and great views. We would definitely stay again

- Virginia, December 2018
Onei December 2018

“On arrival there was a lovely home baked cake in the kitchen, which was an unexpected treat.”

The cottage was extremely clean and beautifully furnished with high quality accessories. The Old Log Shed was exactly as described for our relaxing break from the hectic city. The owners of the cottage were very warm and friendly. We would definitely recommend this cottage for a very comfortable and peaceful stay.

- Onei, December 2018
Geraint November 2018

“We had a wonderful short break at The Old Log Shed.”

A beautiful, very comfortable cottage with lovely owners. I would throughly recommendation this cottage.

- Geraint, November 2018
Craig September 2018

“Warm welcome, cleanliness of the highest level, beautiful setting and a cake on arrival.”

...what more could you want!

- Craig, September 2018
Sylvia August 2018

“The Old Log Shed Honiton is the perfect cottage for anyone visiting Devon.”

It offers everything you could possibly want.The cottage was spotless and furnished to a very high standard.The family are very friendly and helpful.On arrival there were flowers and cake made by Jane which was delicious,where else would you get this.

- Sylvia, August 2018
Gary June 2018

“OMG, The attention to detail to all the wood work when the shed was built is ...”

OMG, The attention to detail to all the wood work when the shed was built is amazing, looking at the whole building you would think it has just been built it's so clean, it has everything you need, we will be booking up again,

- Gary, June 2018
Leanne May 2018

“Loved our second stay at the Old Log Shed.”

Comfortable accommodation with a few touches of luxury, welcomed with cake and flowers, and the bonus of two dogs who were happy to keep our 5 and 9 year old entertained - what more could we ask for! Beautiful base for exploring the area, perfect for couples looking for a quiet spot or young families needing space for kids to run around. We’ll be back!

- Leanne, May 2018

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Summary

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin with stacker beds (zip-linkable to 6 double on request)
Sitting room with wood burning stove
Kitchen with dining area
Bathroom with bath, basin and WC
Ground-floor shower-room, with shower, basin and WC.
Central heating, underfloor heating with wood burning stove
Microwave, fridge-freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with Blu-ray, DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request, Off road parking for four cars
Enclosed garden with tennis court, barbecue
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Note: This property has a private water supply which is tested regularly
Note: This property is best for maximum of 3 adults
Note: You have shared use of tennis court - please bring your own racquets/balls
Note: Shared use of laundry/drying room.

The property

Deep in leafy lanes 3½ miles from Honiton, quietly tucked away at the end of a private tree-lined drive, a striking cottage, one of a pair smartly converted from stables on this former farmstead.

In front, own enclosed garden with large level lawn (croquet, swing) and suntrap terrace (tables/chairs, barbecue).

Across a cobbled drive, the owners’ own home, an all-weather tennis court (shared with owners, bring your racquets/balls) and laundry/drying room (washing machine, tumble drier, shared with resident neighbour).

Gentle slope up to terrace, from which front door to hall and 2 pairs of bi-fold doors to snug living room (woodburner, TV/DVD/Blu-ray) and neat kitchen/dining room (slimline dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, electric oven/induction hob) with granite worktops; tiled floors downstairs.

Ground-floor shower-room (suite).

Upstairs (stairgates), two bedrooms with garden views - a double, and a twin (truckle, zip-linkable to 6' double).

Bathroom (suite, Velux window/sloping ceiling).

Spring water.

Best for maximum of 3 adults.

Smart, stylish and peaceful; a great base for exploring east Devon and the ‘Jurassic Coast’. Honiton: small, important, east Devon former coaching town famous for lace-making and antique shops, in the River Otter valley (trout fishing).

Sports centre (indoor swimming pool).

Lovely farmland all round – the wooded Blackdown Hills and the flat valley.

The sea (beaches) at Sidmouth, 8 miles; Exeter, 14.

Floorplans

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Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

HONITON

Ottery St Mary 5.6 miles; Lyme Regis 14.2 miles; Exeter 16.7 miles.

Honiton is a delightful market town in East Devon, with plenty to offer visitors. It lies in the valley of the River Otter and is surrounded by rolling Devon hills, green wooded valleys and plenty of scattered farming villages. Honiton has an attractive High Street stretching almost 2 miles, and lined with individually owned shops, pubs and restaurants. Honiton has been famous for lacemaking since the reign of Elizabeth I and still has a few lacemakers in work today - visitors can see some fine examples of antique lace in the town’s Allhallows Museum. Honiton boasts the only public art gallery in East Devon; the Thelma Hulbert Gallery occupies an attractive Grade I listed Victorian house, and has links with the Hayward Gallery, London. Honiton is only a short drive from the dramatic 20 mile stretch of Jurassic Coast, England’s first natural World Heritage Site. Resorts such as Seaton, Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth are found along this stretch of coastline, and all have much to occupy the visitor. Near to Honiton is the cathedral city of Exeter with plenty of large shops, a wealth of museums, a theatre and fabulous restaurants.

Note: This property is best for maximum of 3 adults.

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Reviews & Ratings

“This was our second visit.”

“We had a very relaxing stay at this beautiful cottage.”

“Our holiday at the Old Log Shed was very good.”

“The Old Log Shed is very well set up and fully equipped with quality furnishings and facilities.”

“A lovely/practical cottage whose owners had thought through what every self caterer needs.”

“Spotless accommodation, comfortable and peaceful.”

“Well equipped, spotlessly clean property in a lovely quiet location with the owners on site who were able to suggest places to visit and eat when asked to do so.”

“We had a lovely stay in this fantastic property.”

“We loved the Old Log Shed, Jane and her mother was very welcoming.”

“The cottage is lovely, finished to a very high standard with everything you could need for your stay.”

“Great location for lots to do with the kids.”

“Lovely comfortable cottage in beautiful peaceful setting.”

“The property was perfect - lovely decor and very clean.”

“The very well-equipped cottage was great and in a lovely setting.”

“Excellent. Ideal and central to everything we wanted to do.”

“Perfect, just what we wanted!”

“A beautifully presented cosy cottage with welcoming (cake and farm milk)hosts.”

“Extremely clean and tidy with first class quality equipment.”

“We had a wonderful stay in this beautifully clean, well equipped cottage.”

“We had a really great holiday staying at The Old Log Shed.”

“This is a well thought design for a holiday property with all the equipment and facilities that you could wish for.”

“Had a relaxing week in this extremely comfortable and spotlessly clean property.”

“Fantastically appointed cottage, with welcoming hosts who left Easter treats and a homemade cake!”

“Wonderful cottage in a lovely, peaceful, scenic setting, with warm inviting owners who do not impose and let you get on with your holiday.”

“The Old Log Shed is easily the best holiday cottage we have ever stayed in.”

“The Old Log Shed is in a great location to visit both north and south Devon coasts.”

“A lovely warm welcome on arrival.”

“Just to say that the owners could not have been more helpful and welcoming.”

“An amazing property, would highly recommend.”

“A well equipped and comfortable cottage maintained to a high standard .”

“A very well equipped cottage with top of the range appliances in a lovely peaceful setting.”

“It was great to be able to have direct contact with the owners during our stay.”

“Given the current situation and having had our previous picked property cancelled by the owner Sykes did everything they could to get us a matching property on the same dates and of the same quality.”

“First class accommodation with high quality furnishings and equipment.”

“The Old Log Shed is a superb little house.”

“The property was stunning!”

“Fabulous”

“Lovely modern barn reservation in a quiet location not to far from the quainte village of Honiton.”

“Beautiful place, would definately recommend if you are looking for a quiet getaway.”

“The cottage was beautiful and very comfortable as well as immaculately clean.”

“On arrival there was a lovely home baked cake in the kitchen, which was an unexpected treat.”

“We had a wonderful short break at The Old Log Shed.”

“Warm welcome, cleanliness of the highest level, beautiful setting and a cake on arrival.”

“The Old Log Shed Honiton is the perfect cottage for anyone visiting Devon.”