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Children’s play area
Games Barn
Games Barn
Games Barn
Explore the 18-acre grounds
Hot Tub can be booked at an additional cost
Laze in the alpaca field
Meet and feed the friendly alpacas
Explore the 18-acre grounds
Everything your four legged friends needs!
Explore the 18-acre grounds
Walk the friendly Alpacas at addtional cost
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Tawny Cottage

South Molton (4mls SW), Devon
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Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Pub nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Enjoy far-reaching countryside views from this beautiful barn
  • Don your walking boots and explore the 18 acres of surrounding woodland and meadows
  • Meet and feed the friendly on-site alpacas
Property code: 78304

This stunning cottage, situated just 4 miles from the vibrant market town of South Molton, is ideal for you and your guests – including the four-legged ones! Sleeping five across three tranquil bedrooms and with a dedicated dog exercise paddock for up to two dogs, this property is perfect for relaxing and recharging while still being within easy reach of some of Devon’s top attractions. Instow Beach (21.5 miles) is perfect for coastal walkies since dogs are welcome on parts all year, while Barnstaple (15 miles) offers access to the 180-mile Tarka Trail and cycle hire.

The property, which is part of a complex that can be booked to sleep 19, is spacious and bright in an open-plan style. The kitchen area has a charming country-style feel with grey and blue tones, while the lounge area invites you to sink back on the quirky sofa and chairs after a long day, the hounds snoozing at your feet. Upstairs, the bedrooms lend a boutique feel to your stay; wake up among soft decor with botanical touches and head down to the enclosed patio for breakfast. Kids will be raring to go on the play area and play barn while you look on with a coffee in the summer house.

After you’ve wandered the 18-acre grounds, take the lead and organise some days out. Quince Honey Farm (5 miles) is just up the road and has a play area for children as well as honey tasting and tours. If you’d prefer to enjoy some scenery while resting your legs, take a trip on the Tarka Valley Railway (17 miles) where pups travel free. Take in the stunning scenery on walks around Exmoor National Park (18.5 miles) before heading home for some pub grub at the renowned dog-friendly pub just 2 miles from the property.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave and fridge/freezer
  • TV/DVD in the lounge area
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Enclosed rear garden with charcoal BBQ and fire pit with a Dutch oven (logs and charcoal available to purchase on site, with matches and firelighters free of charge)
  • Bike storage available
  • Dog exercise field
  • Alpaca walking experience (at an additional cost) please arrange directly with the owner 
  • Hot tub can be booked directly with the owner at a cost of £45 for 2 hours
  • Shared on-site laundry room and rotary clotheslines
  • Please note, that there is a free-ranging flock of chickens on site – keep dogs on a lead Private off-road parking for 1 car – as part of their green initiative, the owners request guests to arrive in 1 car due to limited parking. If bringing more than 1 car, £15 will be payable upon arrival and any profit donated to the Devon Wildlife Trust
  • Complex of 5 properties – discounted rate may be available if you wish to book further cottages on site
  • Beach 20 miles, shops 4 miles, and pub within half a mile
  • Arrival: 17:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 13 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sharon 16th August 2024

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A beautiful cottage, wonderful hosts who were so accommodating! A great place for children as the play barn offers a trampoline and ride on tractors! We loved feeding the animals and the hot tub. We drove to Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Westward Ho as well as Appledore and Instow. Was lovely to arrive back to the cottage in the evening as the sun Read morewas setting as the views are beautiful, wish we booked an extra week! Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 2nd August 2024

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The farm and our cottage were lovely, we loved playing in the play barn and it was hard to get the kids out of it! Our children loved being able to feed the chickens, horses and alpacas. We would highly recommend a stay here at the farm!

Reviewed by Sian 12th July 2024

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Awesome cottage, clean, well equipped with everything you need. Beautiful location and owner friendly. Great for the kids, play barn kept them entertained and the hammocks in the field. Enjoyed the opportunity to feed animals.

Reviewed by Jackie 13th June 2024

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!SELECTED!As above !ENDOFSELECTED!It was absolutely lovely so nothing to improve on. Hosts were very welcoming and friendly, would book to go there again

Reviewed by Claire 25th September 2023

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We had such a lovely week, our toddler had the very best time and fell completely in love with the Teddy bear alpaca Aka Raisin and Debbie the chicken and couldn't get enough of the ride on tractors! We will definitely be returning very soon.

Reviewed by Karen 1st September 2023

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Fantastic location, peaceful and tranquil, great place to recharge your batteries. We will go back again.

Reviewed by Malcolm 25th August 2023

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Perfect, enjoyed the week with my grandsons, they loved the animals and being hands on with the alpaca walk and feeding the chickens. A very peaceful place and the owners Steve and Zoe are very attentive and lovely.

Reviewed by Gareth 16th July 2023

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Absolutely loved our time at Tawny Cottage, it was very last minute but Zoe and Steve were the best hosts! Made us all feel very welcome. If youre after peace and quiet, relaxation and tranquility this is the place to go. The hot tub with a sunset just topped it off nicely. Would highly recommend to anyone.

Reviewed by Hasan 1st July 2023

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Great place to stay, great if you have kids with you as there is plenty to keep them entertained on site. Lovely hosts!!

Reviewed by Sarah 16th June 2023

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We had our best ever family holiday here. The location was beautiful and Steve and Zoe were outstanding. The cottage itself was clean and cosy, the view was amazing. The kitchen was well equipped and everything had been thought of. It was absolutely lovely to be so close to all the animals and get as involved as we wanted to. Our kids were obsessedRead more with feeding the chickens and the trampoline in the play barn. Definitely recommend walking the alpacas too. Thank you for some amazing memories. Hide

Reviewed by Alastair 2nd June 2023

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The cottage provided us with an excellent holiday. It was a lovely place to stay and we were well looked after by Zoe and Steve. The additional facilities in the barn were great for our children. They thoroughly enjoyed exploring the available games and it was very useful at the end of the day before or after our evening meal. We really enjoyed ourRead more time in Devon and would definitely stay at the cottage in the future. Hide

Reviewed by Jessica 7th April 2023

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We would highly recommend this cottage for families looking for a fun week on a farm with lots to do in North Devon. Play barn for the kids to use was great. Walks both on and around the farm. Friendly owners who were happy to talk about their animals and local area. Great holiday.

Reviewed by Heather 31st March 2023

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A lovely cottage, very comfortable and well equipped and in a lovely location. We loved seeing the Alpacas and watching the newly hatched ducklings growing each day. The hosts were friendly and knowledgeable and the Alpaca walk was great fun. Thank you

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