Farriers Retreat is highly praised for its cleanliness, modern amenities, and welcoming hosts. Guests appreciate the property's peaceful location, dog-friendly environment, and thoughtful touches like a welcome pack. While parking and bed comfort received mixed reviews, the overall sentiment is overwhelmingly positive, with many guests planning to return.
Guests consistently mention the property's cleanliness, describing it as spotless and well-maintained, indicating a high standard of cleanliness throughout.
The property is appreciated for its peaceful setting and proximity to local attractions, coast, and countryside, making it an ideal base for exploring East Devon.
The majority of guests find the property comfortable, with a few noting the bed's firmness. The overall comfort level is deemed high, contributing to a relaxing stay.
Reviews highlight the high-quality facilities, well-equipped kitchen, and maintenance of the property. Some guests mention a desire for a washer, but overall, the facilities meet guests' needs.
Guests frequently mention the welcome pack and personal touches, reflecting the hosts' thoughtfulness. It is noted that such gestures enhance the experience, though they may vary and are not guaranteed.
This contemporary ground-floor apartment with level access nestles in the village of Knowle on the edge of the picturesque town of Budleigh Salterton in the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Farriers Retreat is a romantic escape for two, appointed with all the mod cons required for a fantastic holiday to East Devon's Jurassic Coast. Roadside parking greets you on arrival. The private entrance to the apartment opens into a space where two bicycles or a mobility scooter can be securely stored. On entering the apartment you will discover the contemporary kitchen with an electric oven, induction hob, microwave and fridge with freezer section. The kitchen has a marble floor and an orangery style glass roof which fills the room with natural light. Enjoy a romantic dinner before moving through to the bedroom, hosting a king-size bed and an adjacent sitting area with leather sofa and TV. Start the morning with a refreshing shower before opening the double french doors onto the secluded lawned garden. Rest a while on the picnic bench before enjoying a leisurely lunch in the sunshine whilst you watch the horses in the adjacent paddock. A variety of birds visit the garden including woodpeckers and pheasants. If you fancy a tasty meal out, take a short stroll to the town of Budleigh Salterton where you will find a number of restaurants and pubs to cater for all tastes. The local village pub, The Dog and Donkey, is less than 100 metres away and is a Free House with a cosy and friendly atmosphere. The High Street has a range of food shops where you can find all the essentials for your self catering stay. A short walk along the lane from the apartment is the Lily Farm Vineyard where you can book a tour with wine tasting and buy a bottle or two of very local wine. Budleigh Salterton is known for its natural beauty, where you can relax on the pebbled beach and take in the breath-taking panorama of the distant cliffs, which range from red sandstone to white chalk. A short drive or bus ride takes you to the large coastal town of Exmouth, with its long sandy beach and all the facilities that you are likely to need to help you make the most of your stay. The train ride from Exmouth into Topsham and on to Exeter offers wonderful scenery along the River Exe. The local area boasts plenty of opportunity for dog walking with quiet country lanes and common heathland on the doorstep. Relaxing walks along the River Otter are a short distance away where you may be lucky enough to spot a kingfisher or beaver - the perfect escape for dog and nature lovers. For a change of scenery, the city of Exeter is easily accessible and offers a vibrant history with underground passages, a magnificent cathedral, imposing Roman wall and a beautiful quayside. Slightly further away is the rugged beauty of the historic Dartmoor National Park, a haven for walkers, nature lovers, fishermen and photographers. However you choose to spend your time, a stay at Farriers Retreat promises to be a memorable one with something for everyone to enjoy
Budleigh Salterton is a lovely village on Devon's East Coast, situated near the mouth of the River Otter, where you can take a leisurely stroll or visit one of the local cafes. The River Otter creates a grazing marsh and reed bed that is extremely important to migratory birds, making it a wonderful spot for birdwatching. The seaside town is known for its maintained natural beauty, which includes a two-mile pebble beach with crystal-clear water for people who want to swim. Sit in the beach hut on the promenade to take in the landscape, or go down the high street to find a variety of charming cafes, boutiques, pubs, and a museum. The country lanes will thrill cyclists, providing peace away from the town's busier toads. The main train station also provides convenient access to both Paddington and Waterloo, making Budleigh Salterton a perfect base for everyone.
All-ground-floor and level.
Open-plan studio layout with king-size bed and sitting area with Smart TV.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, shaver point and WC.
Kitchen/diner
Underfloor central heating.
Electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, toaster, TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included In rent.
Bed linen and towels included In rent.
Travel cot and highchair.
Roadside parking.
Secluded, private lawned garden with bench and seating.
Two well-behaved pets welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.4 miles, pub 0.2 miles, beach 2.1 miles
Linda
Accommodation has everything you could possible need, including a lovely tea, coffee, biscuit, milk, juice welcome pack. Great hosts with great advice on local areas. Outside space an added bonus for us and our dog to enjoy and meet Alfie through the gate, a the lovely little character. Thanks x
Carol
It's just perfect for our needs - beautifully maintained, spotless clean small but has everything you could possibly need and the owners are so nice as is their cute little dog Alfie. Thank you will be back again next year.
Christine
Nice garden although weather a bit too cold to use this time. Beautiful area
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