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HIGHER WHIDDON FARM WHIDDON WELL, pet friendly in Ashburton
Cottage with kitchen, near Dartmoor National Park
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4105 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Newton Abbot, South West England
- Place, Dartmoor National Park1 min walk
- Place, Princess Theatre26 min drive
- Place, University of Exeter30 min drive
- Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)32 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Bedroom 1
1 King Bed
Bedroom 2
2 Single Beds
1 bathroom
Bathroom
Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining area
About this property
HIGHER WHIDDON FARM WHIDDON WELL, pet friendly in Ashburton
This cottage attached to the owner's farmhouse is located near the village of Ashburton and can sleep four people in two bedrooms.
Higher Whiddon Farm Whiddon Well is a cottage attached to the owner's farmhouse near the village of Ashburton, just a short distance from Dartmoor. The cottage sleeps four people and has one king-size double bedroom on the first floor, plus one twin bedroom and a family bathroom on the ground floor. Also in the cottage are a fitted kitchen and a sitting room with dining area and woodburner. Outside is off road parking for three cars and a patio with furniture, a secured well with safety mesh and a children's slide. Situated in South Devon, Higher Whiddon Farm Whiddon Well is a lovely family cottage all year round.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Toys for babies. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Lawned garden with furniture and children's slide. Secured wishing well with safety mesh. Large secure dog area with water and dog house. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 miles. Note: The super king-size double room in the eaves has sloping ceilings and may have limited headroom. Note: Due to horses and nearby chickens and cows, please ensure pets are on a lead outside the premises. There is a peg to which long reins/leads can be attached. Note: There are steps leading down to the cottage. Children can use the slide and there is an alternative route with only 2 steps up for those with limited mobility. Please speak to owner for more information. Note: There is an interconnecting door linking the owner's property and the holiday cottage that can be bolted from both sides. Note: 5pm check in. Note: This property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond.
Region: Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?
Town: The ancient Stannary town of Ashburton lies on the southern slopes of Dartmoor and is an ideal spot from which to explore rugged high moors to the North and a beautiful coastline to the South. The scenery in this area of South Devon is glorious in all weathers and offers visitors opportunities for walking, pony trekking, canoeing, fishing and lazing on the beach. Ashburton has some interesting artisan shops and with its interesting history and museum, has built a reputation for its high standard of antiques and fine collectables outlets.
Higher Whiddon Farm Whiddon Well is a cottage attached to the owner's farmhouse near the village of Ashburton, just a short distance from Dartmoor. The cottage sleeps four people and has one king-size double bedroom on the first floor, plus one twin bedroom and a family bathroom on the ground floor. Also in the cottage are a fitted kitchen and a sitting room with dining area and woodburner. Outside is off road parking for three cars and a patio with furniture, a secured well with safety mesh and a children's slide. Situated in South Devon, Higher Whiddon Farm Whiddon Well is a lovely family cottage all year round.
Amenities: Oil central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Toys for babies. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Lawned garden with furniture and children's slide. Secured wishing well with safety mesh. Large secure dog area with water and dog house. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 miles. Note: The super king-size double room in the eaves has sloping ceilings and may have limited headroom. Note: Due to horses and nearby chickens and cows, please ensure pets are on a lead outside the premises. There is a peg to which long reins/leads can be attached. Note: There are steps leading down to the cottage. Children can use the slide and there is an alternative route with only 2 steps up for those with limited mobility. Please speak to owner for more information. Note: There is an interconnecting door linking the owner's property and the holiday cottage that can be bolted from both sides. Note: 5pm check in. Note: This property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond.
Region: Devon, with its quiet country lanes, patchwork of lush green fields and sleepy villages is not to be missed. Stately home lovers will be spoiled and why not finish with a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea?
Town: The ancient Stannary town of Ashburton lies on the southern slopes of Dartmoor and is an ideal spot from which to explore rugged high moors to the North and a beautiful coastline to the South. The scenery in this area of South Devon is glorious in all weathers and offers visitors opportunities for walking, pony trekking, canoeing, fishing and lazing on the beach. Ashburton has some interesting artisan shops and with its interesting history and museum, has built a reputation for its high standard of antiques and fine collectables outlets.
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available
Fireplace
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 21
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
Events
No events allowed
Pets
Pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
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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
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
About the area
Newton Abbot
Newton Abbot is home to this cottage. Buckfast Abbey and Ugbrooke House & Park are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include House of Marbles and Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary. Higher Knowle and SeaSports South West are also worth visiting. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby canoeing, or enjoy the great outdoors with cycling and hiking/biking trails.
Newton Abbot, South West England
What's nearby
- Dartmoor National Park - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Princess Theatre - 26 min drive - 22.6 km
- University of Exeter - 30 min drive - 38.7 km
- Powderham Castle - 31 min drive - 32.6 km
- Devon Cliffs Beach - 43 min drive - 57.4 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- Trago Resturant Complex - 10 min drive
- Cafe on the Green - 9 min drive
- Strawberry Fields Farm Shop - 9 min drive
- Ullacombe Farm Shop & Cafe - 13 min drive
- Pinocchios Cafeteria - 11 min drive
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Reviews
10
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10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
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Listing accuracy
Reviews
25 April 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2025
10/10 Excellent
Dorothy R.
30 November 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
It was lovely,. Friendly hosts and all over relaxed and enjoyable.
Dorothy R.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2022
About the host
Hosted by Sykes Holiday Cottages
Two bedrooms: 1 x eaves king-size double, 1 x ground floor twin. Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC. Kitchen. Sitting room with dining area and woodburner.
What makes this property unique
Oil central heating with woodburner. Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, 3 x TVs with Freeview, DVD, WiFi. Fuel, power and starter pack for stove inc. in rent. Bed linen and towels inc. in rent. Cot and highchair. Toys for babies. Off-road parking for 3 cars. Lawned garden with furniture and children's slide. Secured wishing well with safety mesh. Large secure dog area with water and dog house. Two well-behaved pets welcome. Sorry, no smoking. Shop and pub 2 miles. Note: The super king-size double room in the eaves has sloping ceilings and may have limited headroom. Note: Due to horses and nearby chickens and cows, please ensure pets are on a lead outside the premises. There is a peg to which long reins/leads can be attached. Note: There are steps leading down to the cottage. Children can use the slide and there is an alternative route with only 2 steps up for those with limited mobility. Please speak to owner for more information. Note: There is an interconnecting door linking the owner's property and the holiday cottage that can be bolted from both sides. Note: 5pm check in. Note: This property has a £150 Good Housekeeping Bond.
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