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High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast.

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Living area
Dining
Dining
Interior
Private kitchen

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 425 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Gym
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace

Explore the area

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Colyton, England
  • East Devon
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • The Donkey Sanctuary
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Lyme Regis Beach
    ‪30 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪28 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Garden
Dining Area

About this property

High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast.

Set in a Victorian Court Yard , contemporary brick and flint barn conversions, vaulted ceilings, beams. The Apple Loft has 1 king bedroom and there is a family bathroom, which has a bath with shower over, upstairs is the living room to make the most of the beautiful, rural views, in this open plan kitchen/dining/sitting room is double sofa bed, smart TV and woodburner for cosy nights in! comfy seating for 4 and dining table for 4, the kitchen is well equipped with everything you should need from a dishwasher to a coffee press, it has Geothermal underfloor heating , its own patio area, and a shared lawn area around the corner. Tennis court, games barn, large lawn, patio, fishing in small lake and river on farm. 15 minutes from heritage Jurassic Coast, Beer, Branscombe, Lyme Regis, Sidmouth beaches, brimming with history. Dorset, Somerset boarders only a short distance away. If you enjoy the bird life there are swallows, house martins, Owls, Woodpeckers to name but a few. Set on a family working dairy farm.

Up to 2 well behaved dogs accepted at £20 each, by arrangement only.

Property manager

Judith Hurford
Premier Host

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Gym

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 20
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

Events allowed: family gatherings, birthday parties, weddings
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs less than 23 kg per pet (limit 2 pets total)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

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
Parties and events (including family gatherings, birthday parties and weddings) are allowed on site. Maximum attendees: 4
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

Colyton

Located in Colyton, this cottage is in the city centre and by the sea. Cadhay and Historic Sidmouth are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Pecorama and Seaton Tramway. Travelling with kids? Consider Seaton Jurassic and The Donkey Sanctuary. Discover the area's water adventures with waterskiing and power boating nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking and cave exploring.
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Colyton, England

What's nearby

  • East Devon - 12 min drive - 7.3 km
  • The Donkey Sanctuary - 15 min drive - 11.1 km
  • Branscombe Beach - 25 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Sidmouth Beach - 28 min drive - 14.1 km
  • Lyme Regis Beach - 30 min drive - 16.5 km

Getting around

  • Honiton Station - 13 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Star Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Kingfisher - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Wheelwright Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hideaway - ‬16 min drive
  • ‪Hare & Hounds - ‬13 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast. pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total) with a maximum weight of up to 23 kg per pet.

What time is check-in at High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast.?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast.?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is High Quality, Peaceful, Panoramic Views, AONB, close to Jurassic Coast. located?

This family-friendly Colyton cottage is located by the sea, 3 mi (4.8 km) from Farway Country Park, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Pecorama and Seaton Tramway. Seaton Jurassic and Beer Roads are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 71 reviews

9.6/10

Cleanliness

9.8/10

Check-in

9.8/10

Communication

9.4/10

Location

9.4/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Matthew I.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Beautiful location
Had a lovely stay here to stay for a week of remote working combined with countryside walks. Judith was very welcoming and the apple loft was perfect. Cosy and peaceful.
Stayed 7 nights in Mar 2025

10/10 Excellent

Kevin F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
great place
great place
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon countryside
Lovely location whatever season of the year.Good base for East Devon
Stayed 14 nights in Jan 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Perfect Xmas getaway
We had a wonderful stay. The weather was really kind to us, and the property was ideal (& well equipped)Judith was very welcoming and the decorations were a nice fesitve touch.The general area is really nice and plenty to see and do.The Kingfisher Inn in Colyton serves some amazing fish/seafood dishes (& good beer)Would happily return.
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Joseph M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Short Break
It was a lovely property and very welcoming. Beautiful location and lovely owners that werevery informativeon the history of the property which i very much enjoyed listeningto. It was great to see baby cows, very peaceful and beautiful views.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024

10/10 Excellent

Vincent S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great stay!
We had a great stay! Lovely accommodation, warm welcome, wonderful views across the valley. Short drive to many beautiful locations.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2019

8/10 Good

Richard M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Trip to colyton
Lovely accomodation enjoyed our tour around the farm. Very quiet lovely to meet Mike and Jenny staying there as well. Enjoyed our trips out.
Stayed 10 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kevin C.

great property will stay again
very comfortable property
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2019

8/10 Good

Teresa V.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful retreat
Farwood Barton is a beautiful, peaceful spot where you can really unwind. The property was well furnished and well equipped and very clean.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024

10/10 Excellent

Thomas K.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Country stay
Most beautiful country home to stay in. Very cozy and warm. Hosts were very nice and we enjoyed our chats with them. It’s a working farm and my husband coming from the farm really enjoyed that. Our best stay here in Wales or Britain as we are here for 6 weeks in all. Very nice walks on the road and the villages were beautiful. Very quiet stay as well and the bed was excellent. Very important.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Stephen W., Redhill, UK

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Peaceful
As we were the only ones staying in the cottages the experience was perfect, very quiet and a central to most tourist destinations along the East Devon coast. The property was clean, comfortable and very warm. Would recommend this place and hope to return for a longer stay
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023

10/10 Excellent

patricia h.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
perfect for a peacefull break
the apple loft was beautiful and location was perfect so quiet and just what we needed at this busy time of year. the owner had even put a Christmas tree inside for us. it was just perfect.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Lyn P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Welcome break
Quiet location on a working dairy farm. Very warm and comfortable and an appropriate size for 2 people. Excellent hosts who were very helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Mandy C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Superb
Our stay was amazing. Judith , Julian and family were above and beyond. Our Grandsons had a wonderful time on the farm 🚜 we had a tour, bringing the cows in from the field , to watching them being milked, then to feed two new baby calves , and to end it with a tractor 🚜 ride 😀. The accommodation is very clean, and the boys loved living upside down lol 😆. The countryside is beyond words, stunning . I would recommend this 100% we shall definitely go again. Thankyou
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Alistair H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
3 nights in a cottage near Colyton, Devon
The Apple Loft is a lovely cottage. It is clean, well equipped and comfortable. The farm is set amidst fabulous rolling countryside and within a short drive of beaches. There is a large lawned area to enjoy, as well as a games room (both shared with two other cottages). Judith is friendly and helpful. She provided clear directions to the farm, met us on arrival to show us around and was able to provide good local knowledge of walks, places to visit etc. This was a lovely relaxing few days and a shame that we couldn't have stayed longer to enjoy the cottage and surrounding area even more.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023

8/10 Good

Bijal S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2025

10/10 Excellent

Fran B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

6/10 Okay

Daniel G.

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Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2024

10/10 Excellent

Robert W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage on a working farm
Lovely warm cottage all the equipment you need in the cottage including a games barn . The location is a bit rural, but only 15 minute drive to Honiton with everything you need including 4 supermarkets.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2022

8/10 Good

Liz L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Relaxing Stay
lovely and quiet, cottage had everything you would need with fantastic views, a great place for exploring the area
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2022

10/10 Excellent

Rachel T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Hidden Gem
What a beautiful secluded spot. We stayed in the Apple Loft, a lovely upside down house that was cosy and comfortable but provided modern and surprisingly spacious accommodation. It is off the beaten track but perfectly located for exploring South Devon. Our hosts were friendly and efficient and made us feel very welcome. The week passed all too quickly. Highly recommended!!! Thank you so much Judith and Julian, we had a holiday packed with memories!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Karl B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Apple Loft
We loved it at the Apple Loft it was just right for my family of 3 which was all we needed. Judith was very friendly and helped us out with anything we needed. It is on a farm location and away from built up areas which we love. We did have a game of snooker in the games room which was a full size table and had a game of bowling which was so much fun the way it was constructed was fabulous. We would stay again no problem if we need to pop down to Devon again. Many thanks to Judith for making us feel welcome.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Kay B., Huddersfield

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Splendid!
We received a warm welcome from Judith, who showed us to the property on arrival. The Apple loft was perfect for a couple. It is beautifully furnished and had everything we needed for our stay and is situated in an excellent location to explore both Devon and Dorset. We hope to be able to visit again.
Stayed 5 nights in Nov 2021

6/10 Okay

Kerry S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
The Apple Loft
First impressions on arrival were great, and the location itself a little remote but otherwise a well looked after peaceful location (apart from the farm dog that woke us up twice barking at around 4:30am!) Unfortunately we slept terribly all week, we didn’t find the bed or the pillows comfortable at all. There were flies in the cottage all week; we tried desperately to get rid of them using the fly spray provided, but more kept appearing. There was some sort of fly killing machine on top of the kitchen wall units, and although the socket implied that it was switched on, it wasn’t working. There was also an issue with the plinth/kick board on the floor underneath the fridge/oven; if touched only slightly with your foot, it fell forward and wasn’t connected to the feet of the units underneath. We had to put it back several times over the course of the week. The sofa situated between the kitchen and the tv, which we believe was the sofa bed, was the most uncomfortable sofa we’ve ever sat on; all of the cushions move constantly and dip as you apply weight to them so that you end up slouching badly when trying to watch the TV. I resorted to sitting on the floor to watch the TV on occasion. The bathroom window would be improved if it had frosted glass; it overlooks the courtyard and considering that the other cottages are directly opposite, with the windows open and a breeze, the vertical blinds do not stop anyone being able to look in……not great when taking a shower or sitting on the loo! There were quite a few cobwebs around the cottage……especially in the eves above the kitchen/lounge area upstairs. Whilst I appreciate that these are harder to reach areas, it’s not impossible to get to them with the correct cleaning equipment. The wall light above the stairs was covered in cobwebs. A long handled soft broom would have been a better option for sweeping the hard floors instead of the small vacuum cleaner. I’m afraid that we came home a day earlier than we’d booked and paid for……..the combination of the factors I’ve mentioned in this review drove us home to our own bed and a good nights sleep.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Anthony L., Benfleet, Essex

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Excellent place
I can't fault this holiday accommodation. The cottage is perfect - smart, clean, comfortable. The farm is lovely with super views. There is a games room which is the best I've ever seen at a holiday cottage. The host is really lovely, cheerful and replies almost immediately to any communication. It's only a short drive to the coast, and once you get used to the narrow roads it's relatively straighforward.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

About the host

Hosted by Judith Hurford

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Julian, myself and our family live here at Farwood Barton, Julian was born here, and I moved here when we got married. Julian runs the dairy herd and helps out with the holiday cottages. I run the holiday cottages and do the farm accounts. We live here with 190 dairy cows, calves in the Autumn, 2 cats Spoldge and Tinkerbell, a working dog called Jed who love catching the ball with the visitors!

Why they chose this property

Farwood Barton is a working grazing, dairy farm. The farm has been in the family for 3 generations, the original farm buildings in the Victorian Court Yard had got out of date for modern farming practices, they were crying out to be converted in to holiday lets. We converted them in 2009, we now enjoy having visitors staying with us sharing our beautiful location.

We as a family love living here in the countryside, we enjoy everything the countryside has to offer us, our livelihood, the quietness, our own space, the views, we still enjoy waking up every morning looking out to the wonderful view over the Coly Valley and beyond, summer or winter.

What makes this property unique

Farwood Barton gives you high quality, modern, accommodation, hidden from the hustle and bustle of life, whilst being close to the Jurassic Coast beaches and road links into the South West:- A30, A303, A35, A3035 and M5.

We want everyone to have a truly relaxing stay, and to leave feeling refreshed after a memorable time here at Farwood Barton.

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English

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