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Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms0+ bathroomsSleeps 5

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 5)

Bedroom 1

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 2

2 Queen Beds and 1 Single Bed

2 half bathrooms

Ensuite to bedroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Jack and Jill arrangement on ground floor.

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Garden

About this property

Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.

Please note that Philham Parlour is only available for short breaks during 1st October – 31 March. Our three bed option is available all year, please see our other listing 10934786 for prices and availability.
Philham Parlour is a beautifully detached converted barn, well-appointed and offering spacious accommodation. It offers a secure private courtyard garden with an outdoor seating area and access to a large paddock. Situated in a small hamlet and overlooking the rolling countryside, the Parlour is just 3.2 miles (10 min drive) miles from Hartland Quay and 1.2 miles (4 min drive / 25 min walk) to Hartland village which boasts 2 shops, a café and 3 pubs all of which offer great menus. With easy access to the Atlantic Way (A39), you can venture out and about to neighbouring coastal towns such as Bude or Bideford both 14 miles away (30 min drive) and Clovelly 5.8 miles (14 min drive).
In a quiet part of Devon, that is usually bypassed by tourists, you can experience the rugged Southwest Coastal Path with views to Lundy Island. Enjoy the quiet, open countryside and local attractions nearby or you can dip in and out of the busier tourist hot spots.
Sandy beaches can be found nearby in Sandymouth (National Trust car park, 12 miles / 25 min drive), Bude & Crockletts (14 miles / 30 min drive), and Widemouth Bay (17 miles / 32 min drive) all of which offer excellent surfing and body boarding experiences, as well as outdoor activities for all ages.
Basic cleaning products provided (hand soap, washing liquid, dishwasher tabs, cleaning cloths)

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House Rules

Check in after 3:30 PM

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

We may be able to host more guests if desired.

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Pets

Pets allowed: limit 3 total

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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Property # 10938159
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: We may be able to host more guests if desired.
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this holiday home is in a rural area. Shipwreck Museum and The Castle Bude are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Downe Spa and Clovelly Harbour. Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and The Milky Way Adventure Park are also worth visiting.
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Hartland, England

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Bude Beach - 36 min drive - 30.8 km
  • Clovelly Village - 39 min drive - 29.6 km
  • Widemouth Bay Beach - 41 min drive - 36.0 km
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor - 48 min drive - 46.0 km

Restaurants

  • ‪Bush Inn - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The West Country Inn - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Old Smithy Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion Hotel - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Rectory Farmhouse - ‬18 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows pets (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking at Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.?

Check-in begins at 3:30 PM.

What time is check-out at Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Spacious and Characterful 2 bedroom Detached Barn Conversion close to coast. located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is within 3 miles (5 km) of Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms, North Devon Coast and Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall. Spekes Mill Beach and Shipwreck Museum are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 38 out of 40 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 40 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 40 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 40 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Roger S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage in rural Devon

My wife, sister and I had a great time staying at Philham Parlour. It was very comfortable, well equipped and extremely roomy, in a good location, convenient for the village of Hartland and the coastal path. The new owners, Kris and Pete, who had only moved in next door last week, were very friendly and made sure we had everything we needed.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 October 2021
Lovely to hear that your stay at The Parlour was so enjoyable. Pete and I will continue to keep up this high standard in this beautiful part of the country.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Darren W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Excellent location for exploring Hartland and surrounding area

Lovely property with everything you need, great hosts
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 22 May 2022
Thank you Darren and Vicky for your 5* review. Much appreciated.
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10/10 Excellent

Hugh R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great getaway

5 stars. Great spot for a barn conversion getaway. The house itself was great and very homely. Owners live next door and were super friendly and helpful. Pet friendly but note carpeted upstairs. Loved the bath, wood burner and welcome scones with clotted cream and jam! Narrow roads nearby. Love to stay again.
Stayed 6 nights in Jan 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 27 February 2022
Thank you Ross for your review. Look forward to seeing you again:)
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10/10 Excellent

Paul B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stay at The Parlour

We had a fantastic week staying in The Parlour. On arrival we found a lovely treat of freshly made scones, clotted cream and jam and a bottle of fresh milk from the local shop. Which was a real treat, thank you. We really enjoyed the parlour it is spacious and now has very good broadband to be able to stream movies and Netflix ect.. more importantly able to watch the Rugby on Prime last Saturday on Prime. The area is very peaceful and quite which is what we were looking for this week. We have enjoyed the local area, Appledor, Instow for Sunday lunch and walk.. Bude and a fun day trip down to Port Issac and then to Rock for lunch at The Mariners by Paul Ainsworth.. well worth the trip for some great food. The new owners have taken over a lovely holiday cottage and one we will certainly come back to. I am sure they will put there stamp on the lace over the next year or so and make changes which they asked us to highlight.. Our feeling is only small as the furniture was comfy and felt maybe the telly in the bedroom we stayed may need to be a little bigger or moved and maybe the mattress or bed needs slight update.. All in all it was a lovely big room with ensuit and the games area was fun as we had a few games of pool and air hockey. I also enjoyed having a fire this week and we were able to use it every evening and the first logs are supplied which is very helpful.. It’s a lovely place and a lovely home from home and look forward to coming back one day. Thanks for a lovely time
Stayed 6 nights in Nov 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 4 January 2022
Dear Paul, thank you for a lovely review and detailed description of your stay. Yes, there are changes we will make and plan on doing this in the new year.
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10/10 Excellent

Clare G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely property and location

Clean, well maintained house, lovely quiet location. We went on some great walks within a short drive, and found some nice places to eat, a very relaxing place to stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 23 November 2021
Thank you Clare, lovely to hear you made the most of our fabulous location.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dawn T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Best holiday in a long time

This property was in such a beautiful, peaceful area. So spaceous and equipped with everything you could possibly need.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Patricia Slater

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wonderful holiday base

The Parlour was a fantastic base for us to explore The North Devon coast. It was spacious, clean and fantastically well equipped. Philham is a beautifully tranquil village, it was literally the perfect place for the three of us and our 7 month old puppy to enjoy scenic walks and short car journeys into the local towns and villages. We enjoyed the odd game of table football as well as long luxuriant baths in the large free standing bath, a rare treat.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

jag P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Review from Patel family

Very peaceful and magical. Away from cars, buildings, shops and distractions. Very spacious inside.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Pamela M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great cottage location to enjoy North Devon

The Parlour was clean, spacious and great value for our 6 day stay in Devon. The welcome breakfast provisions were an added bonus and the owners were helpful and approachable. We can highly recommend this holiday cottage for others who want to explore this area.
Stayed 6 nights in May 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 10 June 2021
Thank you so much for leaving a 5* review, really appreciated and so pleased you had a great stay with us. Thanks for telling others about us and we hope to see you again in the future. All the very best, Mark and Lorraine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Madeleine B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Stunning

We spent 5 great days here in the peaceful hamlet. Ideal with the dog. The surrounding area is a must to see. If we come to the area again, we will most definitely stay here
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2021
Response from VrboOwner on 17 May 2021
Thank you Madeleine for your wonderful 5 star review, so pleased you had a great stay and enjoyed the Parlour, and thank you for telling others about us, really appreciated. We hope to see you again at some stage in the future, All the very best, Mark and Lorraine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great place with plenty of spac

We stayed at The Parlour for 5 weeks in total, huge rooms and very well equipped. Owners made us feel very welcome and had left a welcome pack much appreciated. Lovely peaceful area with alpacas in the field opposite. Lovely walks and easy to get to Cornwall and North Devon. Went to Broomhill sculpture park, park ok but the restaurant there fantastic well with a visit. Will recommend the Parlour to all our friends and family.
Stayed 21 nights in Feb 2020
Response from VrboOwner on 15 April 2020
Thank you do much for your wonderful review and feedback. So glad you had a great stay and we very much look forward to seeing you again in the future. All the very best, Mark and Lorraine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Antony K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Hervorragendes Cottage in wunderschöner Landschaft

Das Cottage war sehr sauber, komfortabel, sehr gut möbliert und top ausgestattet. Der Eigentümer Mark war sehr freundlich und hilfsbereit. Wir fühlten uns dort sehr wohl.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung Ich bin froh, dass Sie einen tollen Aufenthalt hatten und wir hoffen, dass Sie uns in Zukunft wieder besuchen werden. Alles Gute, Mark und Lorraine
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Barry G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Perfect get away in North Devon beauty spot.

Title pretty much says it all, this well equipped barn conversion is perfectly located to explore the abundance of places to see and visit in this area. The property is quietly located about a mile from Hartland and is let as either a 2 or 3 bedroom accomodation (great idea) it has pretty much everything you could possibly need - would reccomend to anyone wanting to spend time in this beautiful area - Thanks
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for leaving such a wonderful review, so glad you had a great stay and we very much hope to see you again in the future. Your feedback makes all the difference to others lookking to book, so thank you for taking the time to tell others about our cottage. All the very best, Lorraine and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

BERYL J M.

Bliss!

The property was spacious, clean and nicely furnished. There was a welcome pack which came in very handy. Owners were welcoming but not intrusive. Philham Parlour is a lovely quiet get-away but also close to some beautiful places. It's one of the best places we've stayed in. Would recommended to others
Stayed 7 nights in May 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review and really appreciate the 5 Stars. So glad you had a great stay and have taken the time to tell others about us, it will really make a difference. Lovely to meet you and hope you will return at some stage in the future. All the very best, Lorraine and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

robert c.

Home from Home in picturesque North Devon

Philham Parlour is a well appointed holiday cottage in quiet surroundings in beautiful North Devon. Accommodation is spacious, spotlessly clean with modern furnishings and comfortable beds, and everything you need for a relaxing holiday. In easy distance of many places to explore in Devon and Cornwall. Owners Mark and Lorraine are attentive but unobtrusive. The local produce left in the welcome pack were a nice touch. Would definitively go back.
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you for leaving such a lovely and positive review Robert, really appreciated and so glad to hear you had a great holiday and want to tell others about your stay and our cottage, it will really help others decide to book with us. Lovely to meet you both and looking forward to having you come back and visit again in the near future. All the very best, Lorraine and Mark.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ravi k.

Lovely place and clean and great owners

We found our stay just right, larger family house warm and clean and bathroom in both bedroom was great help. Had all you need to enjoy a hols on Devon and beyond ......thanks Mark
Stayed 5 nights in Feb 2019
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for leaving a 5 star review. So glad you had a great stay and thank you for telling others about it, so they can also book and enjoy the cottage. Lovely to meet you all and hope to see you again at some stage in the future. All the best, Mark and Lorraine.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Anna F.

Getting away from it all in the Devon countryside

Philham Parlour was a perfect base from which to explore North Devon. The barn was spacious, clean and had everything we needed for our stay as a family of four. We were travelling with a 3 year old and an 11 month old baby and we were provided with a high chair, travel cot and stair gate on request. Our 3 year old son was well entertained by the trampoline, chickens and football table! The surrounding area is just stunning. Hartland Quay, Clovelly and Mouthmill Cove are all beautiful and worth a visit. The Big Sheep was a fun family day out, and we also ventured a bit further afield to Croyde to do some surfing, and to Lynton & Lynmouth in Exmoor for a day. We could honestly have stayed another few weeks exploring the area there is so much to see! Mark and Lorraine are lovely hosts - warm, friendly and helpful. The welcome breakfast was also a nice touch. We would definitely recommend Philham Parlour as a place to stay in North Devon and hope to return one day in the future!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
A wonderful review Anna, thank you so much, your summary of your holiday is superb and will really help others decide to book with us. So glad you had a great holiday and really made the most of your stay. Very much hopping to see you all again in the future. In the meantime enjoy the rest of the summer. All the best, Mark and Lorraine.
Verified

8/10 Good

Robert F.

Spacious, comfy beds, great environment

Spacious accommodation, very comfortable beds, all bedrooms with ensuite facilities, tranquil country retreat, away from it all, cosy fire place and ofcourse wonderful North Devon! Owner was very welcoming and the breakfast pack was very nice. We had a great time in Devon!
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you for your wonderful review, so glad you had a great stay and enjoyed the Parlour to its full. Good to hear you enjoyed your holiday and made the most of the area, your review will really help others decide to book with us. Hope to see you all again in the future, ll the very best, Lorraine and Mark
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Natalie E.

Spacious, comfortable and very clean

A very peaceful place to stay. The parlour has plenty of space for families and is exceptionally clean. A fantastic base from which to explore north Devon and Cornwall. Hartland Quay and the walk to Speke Mill was a particular highlight, breathtakingly dramatic coastal views. Lots of other beautiful places to explore too, the quaint and unspoilt Clovelly, wide open expanses of beaches at Westward Ho and Widemouth and Padstow not too far a drive away. Lorraine and Mark are excellent hosts, being present and helpful if needed but otherwise leave you to your privacy and we felt relaxed knowing our little dog was a welcome guest too. Arriving to bread, butter, home laid eggs and other basic essentials was very appreciated. We hope to return again, hopefully with friends and family next time.
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2018
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you so much for your lovely review, it reflects really well on both the property and the area, so thank you for taking the time to review us. So glad you had a great holiday and looking forward to seeing you all again at some stage in the future. All the very best, Lorraine and Mark
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10/10 Excellent

Christian M.

Tolle Wohnung für bis zu acht Personen. Sehr stilvoll und gemütlich eingerichtet.

Ca fünf km zum Meer, die nächsten Orte sind gut mit dem Pkw erreichbar.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Vielen Dank für Ihre Bewertung Christian, sehr geschätzt. Froh, dass Sie Ihren Aufenthalt genossen und wir hoffen, Sie wieder in der Zukunft zu sehen. Alles Gute, Mark und Lorraine
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10/10 Excellent

Dave C.

Great Place To Stay

Stayed at the Parlour, very clean, comfortable, and very relaxing, Well equipped and has everything you need. Well positioned for exploring surrounding area. Owners were good with emails and replying to any questions. To summarise it was a great place to stay and I would recommend it for anyone wanting a great stay in the country or close to the coast
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Thank you Dave, a great review and very much appreciated. A great description which will really help other guests. When you are booking online, I believe communication is very important, so thank you for mentioning it in your feedback. Glad you had a good holiday and we very much hope to see you again at some stage in the future. kind regards, Lorraine and Mark
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10/10 Excellent

MICHAELA B.

beautifully presented holiday cottage

Fabulous, immaculate holiday home. This was our second stay and we love everything about the accommodation. Very spacious for a large family like ours . Thanks for a lovely New year break.
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
So glad you had another great stay with us again and thank you for coming back to our holiday cottage. Your review is lovely, thank you, it will really helps us when people are looking for where to book their holidays. We really hope you will book again and we look forward to seeing you and the family at some stage in the future. Kind regards, Lorraine and Mark
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10/10 Excellent

Lovely and peaceful

A lovely and spacious barn in a beautiful location. Lovely and clean on arrival and Mark and Lorraine were even kind enough to leave milk,eggs and bacon for us. The pool table went down well with the kids and so did the parlour across the road which has a couple of swings and a trampoline for them. The barn had everything we needed and the owners made us feel very welcome. The location was perfect for us, as I have family and friends who live in Hartland. You have plenty of areas to explore such as hartland Quay, Clovelly etc. For the kids you have the big sheep and the milky way all of which are a 20 mins drive front the barn. I would highly recommend this barn for a nice relaxing stay and would happily stay here again to see my family. Thank you Mark and Lorraine
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
What a lovely review, thank you so much. It will really help others decided to book with us and more importantly we are so glad you had a great holiday and enjoyed the Parlour. We look forward to seeing you all again in the future. All the very Best, Lorraine and Mark
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10/10 Excellent

Timothy B.

Ideal location for exploring the coastline

The accommodation was in a lovely secluded position, which lends itself to a restful place after a day exploring. The secure courtyard garden was ideal for sitting out with our dog. Found a stunning circular walk to Hartland Quay from the property. Atlantic Village with an Asda, and various outlet stores, just a 15 minute drive away was a real bonus.
Stayed 6 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
What a lovely review, thank you, a pleasure to have you stay with us and thank you for the immaculate condition you left the Parlour in. You have a fantastic pet who was beautifully behaved and no doubt made the most of our rural location. We really look forward to seeing you again in the future. All the very best, Lorraine and Mark
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10/10 Excellent

George A.

Immaculate, well equipped & spacious Barn conversion in a tranquil location

Wow! Philam Parlour is immaculately clean and spacious. From the lounge to the kitchen and on to the bedrooms & bathrooms. Mark & Lorraine have produced a wonderful barn in a very peaceful location. You need to be cautious on the narrow lanes, but its worth it. The kitchen is well equipped and even has a second fridge that was very useful. The bedrooms are spacious and the beds are very comfortable. The welcome pack including bacon, sausage and BOUGHTfree range eggs, were great especially the milk, bread & butter after our long journey from Yorkshire. I loved the log fire and had to light it up once, although it was warm, just to remember what a real fire looked & smelt like...but was also reminded what a mess they make. We enjoyed feeding the Philam chickens our vegetable scraps and I was tempted to rustle a few REAL free range eggs! hint! hint! The guest information is both informative and useful. The direction were accurate and guided us safely there. We visited Bude,( ate some lovely Cornish pasties from Tasty Pantry and had some good chips from the chippy next door, my sister had to try them again a few days later) Illfracombe, Exmoor/ Minehead and the lovely Bideford. The only down side is many of the places we visited except Bude, were quite a journey. One word of caution, I went to the New Inn at Kirkhampton and was served fermented green beans with my meal, everything else was just average. I am a renal transplant patient and have to be extra careful. I left these and told the assistant manager who refused to taste them himself. when we left I spoke to a young member of staff who was outside who said the chef & 2 other people tasted them and agreed they were off. I got no explanation or even acknowledgement. I hope its possible for us to stay at Philham Palour again in the future, or even try Philham b&b...maybe that's the right way to try those eggs. Good luck Mark & Lorraine in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2016
Response from VrboOwner on 28 March 2020
Lovely review George, really appreciated and your description of the Parlour will really help others to decide to stay with us, so thank you for taking the time to give us an excellent review. About those eggs! We have provided fresh eggs to all our guests all year, as we normally have 12 chicken. Unfortunately a fox reduced that to 6 just before you arrived which reduced production somewhat. Its a real shame because they are the best eggs you will get, so I look forward to your next visit and I will make sure you get pick of the crop. Sorry you had an appalling meal at the New Inn, I have given them your feedback. We look forward to seeing you again, all the very best, Mark and Lorraine.

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