Whimple Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Pets Yes
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Features

Swimming pool
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Broadband / WiFi

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* Based on a combined average customer score

4 Customer Review(s)

“We had a great break and Whimple Cottage was very warm and comfortable.”

We appreciated the delicious scones that were left for us and the fresh flowers in the cottage. ...

We appreciated the delicious scones that were left for us and the fresh flowers in the cottage. When I booked the cottage, the swimming pool was a factor in my decision to book. Fortunately, I asked the owner a question about it and was told it was closed for the winter. This was disappointing and to be fair to the owner, she did offer to cancel the booking free of charge. We declined this offer and obviously did stay at the cottage. I think it should be very clear to anyone considering booking that the pool is closed during the winter. If I hadn't mentioned it, we would have arrived expecting it be to open and we would have been very disappointed. It was a shame because it annoyed me before we arrived and in fact the cottage was great.

- Mrs Raine, October 2020

Thank you very much for your feedback, we're really pleased to hear how much you liked Whimple Cottage and we're happy you had such a good time. The shared outdoor pool is available between May to September (the warmer months!) and although we've tried hard to make this obvious in the description for the property, we're sorry you missed this and were left disappointed. We're delighted that despite this, you still had a fantastic stay and we will look forward to seeing you again soon! Owner relations
Mr Stratton September 2020

“Lovely and peaceful.”

Everything was cleaned to a high standard. Comfortable furniture etc. Enjoyed the secluded outside seating area for our afternoon tea. Angela was lovely and always ready for a chat. Also felt safe re Covid.

- Mr Stratton, September 2020
Mr Milner July 2020

“The cottage was perfect for our family holiday.”

The pool was a highlight for the children and even though it was timetabled due to the current situation (COVID19) it was split in such a way that it had little impact. The cottage was clean and well provisioned, especially the scones!

- Mr Milner, July 2020
Mrs Drury July 2020

“Peacefull, wonderfull for the dog.”

Just relaxed and enjoyed ourselves

- Mrs Drury, July 2020
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Lower Southbrook Farm Cottages

Offering quality holiday accommodation in the beautiful East Devon countryside there are two semi-detached comfortable single storey cottages each named after the local villages of Whimple and Broadclyst. Each of the cottages sleep up to four guests and are next to the friendly owners farmhouse. The properties also benefit from shared use of the outdoor heated swimming pool which is open every day from May to September (weather permitting). Also onsite is an outside area for children to play, making these ideal destinations for small families or couples alike. The rural location makes a tranquil retreat or ideal base from which to explore the fascinating area. The nearby village of Whimple offers a choice of pubs, a village shop and a post office. There is even a railway station on the Waterloo line making exploring the historic city of Exeter without a car very simple. The city is famous for its magnificent cathedral, unique network of underground passages, and historic quay. Ottery St Mary is just 7 miles to the East of the cottages and is one of the oldest towns in Devon and offers a variety of shops and cafes. Nestled in the valley of the river Otter the rolling hills of Devon unfold in every direction. Just a few miles to the south are the beautiful beaches of the Jurassic coast with Regency seaside towns such as Exmouth and Sidmouth to explore. The pebble beach of Budleigh Salterton or along to to the Dorset border and Lyme Regis where fossils are often found.

The property

A mile from Rockbeare, 3 miles from Whimple and 7 miles from Ottery St Mary, hidden in lanes, two semi-detached single-storey cottages converted from barns across the yard from the owners’ farmhouse. The cottages share a splendid outdoor heated swimming available mid-May to mid-September, with a sunbathing terrace (loungers), and an outside area with mown grass for children to play..

The cottages are simple and welcoming.

Behind each has a level lawned patio and garden (picnic table). Whimple Cottage has neat fitted kitchen (microwave, fridge/freezer, electric cooker) and light open-plan living/dining room with leather sofas, TV/DVD and French windows to patio (table/chairs). Two bedrooms, a double with vanity unit and a bunk bedroom plus a shower room suite.

A homely base in a lovely and varied part of Devon to explore Nearest pub, Jack in the Green at Rockbeare less than a mile away.

Shops, post office and two pubs at Whimple three miles. Ottery St Mary - historic town, supermarket 7 miles and nearest coast, Sidmouth 11 miles, Exmouth and Budleigh Salterton 13 miles.

Summary

All-ground-floor
Two bedrooms: 1 x double and 1 x bunk room
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
Kitchen
Living/dining room
Electric heating
Electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine
TV/DVD and WiFi
Selection of books, games and DVDs
Cot and highchair available on request
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking
Private patio/garden area
Shared use of outdoor heated swimming pool (May - September) and children's play area
One well behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 1.7 miles, pub 0.6 miles

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

About the location

OTTERY ST MARY

Alfington 2 miles; Honiton 5.5 miles; Sidmouth 6.5 miles; Exeter 14 miles.

Ottery St Mary sits beside the River Otter and is well known for its literary connections to the poet Coleridge and for its beautiful church often referred to as a Exeter cathedral lookalike. Ottery St Mary is also famous for its traditional 'Tar Barrels' which attracts more than 3000 visitors on 5th November each year. Ottery has welcoming traditional Devon pubs and plenty of individual shops, offering quality local produce and a warm welcome to visitors. The area is a walkers’ paradise, with strolls along the banks of the River Otter or hill climbs offering magnificent views as far as Dartmoor. Nearby Escot Country Park is a fabulous wildlife visitor attraction for the whole family and the dramatic 20 mile stretch of Jurassic Coast, England’s first natural World Heritage Site is a short drive from Ottery where resorts such as Seaton, Budleigh Salterton, Exmouth and Sidmouth are found along this stretch of coastline. An easy drive from Ottery is the cathedral city of Exeter with plenty of large shops, a wealth of museums, a theatre and many fabulous restaurants.

Note: Shared use of outdoor heated swimming pool (May to September only).

This property offers the following short breaks:

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Whimple Cottage

Whimple near Ottery St Mary, Devon (Ref. 1038288)

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a great break and Whimple Cottage was very warm and comfortable.”

“Lovely and peaceful.”

“The cottage was perfect for our family holiday.”

“Peacefull, wonderfull for the dog.”

Lower Southbrook Farm Cottages

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About the location

OTTERY ST MARY