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Ford Mill Dairy

Clovelly (3.5mls SE), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Characterful countryside cottage located just 5 miles from the Devon/Cornwall border
  • A great location for walking and cycling in a remote area
  • Visit Hartland Quay and the village of Clovelly
Property code: FORDM

This pretty cottage is full of character and enjoys picturesque surroundings, making it a haven for dogs and their owners; your hounds would be free to roam over the owner’s fields. This is an excellent holiday base just 5 miles from the county border with Cornwall. It’s an ideal prospect for a family with a pair of dogs looking to enjoy the breathtaking coast of North Devon, with the Tarka Trail within easy reach. You will be welcome to explore the owners land. 

Although it's found next to the owner’s farmhouse, this tranquil property retains original features including exposed beams, stonework and a cosy wood burner; making this a superb choice for the holiday getaway you deserve. The lounge is an ideal space to relax in, watch a cool movie, play board games or play music on the iPod dock. Outside the property is a fully enclosed private garden so just relax and let your dogs run about to their hearts’ content. Steps lead up to a grassy area allowing access to the owner’s land. There is also a great fishing lake on-site, bliss for those that partake, as well as a giant outdoor chess set.

This is a fantastic area for families and dogs to explore. The historic village of Clovelly is 6 miles to the north, or you could head to the popular Milky Way Adventure Park (5 miles) or the beautiful gardens of Tapeley Park (14 miles). There are plenty of dog-friendly beaches to enjoy within 8 miles, including Mouthmill, Peppercombe and Buck’s Mill Beach. There are numerous villages to discover, and the breathtaking Hartland Peninsula is 7 miles away, offering dramatic landscapes, the beautiful Hartland Abbey and Gardens and the Hartland Lighthouse.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 Double, 1 twin/king (zip and link)
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge/freezer
  • Washer located in bathroom cupboard
  • Travel Cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Lounge area has a TV, DVD player. Double bedroom has a TV
  • Guests welcome to take walks around owners land
  • Enclosed area with outside seating and BBQ
  • Fishing lake on site, please bring your own rods
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Shops 2 miles, pub 2miles, beach 8 miles
  • Some online grocery deliveries accepted within the area
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 14:30 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.

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 34 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sarah 30th March 2024

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What a fabulous place. So homely and welcoming. The owners had thought of everything. From dog throws and towels to dog treats in a jar. The owners were so friendly and kind and lent us wellies to wear as it was wet and boggy. The cottage was lovely and warm without the need to put the wood burning stove on. The two bathrooms were great and handy TRead morehe grounds were beautiful and even though it was raining most days, we were able to walk around the land and enjoy the views with our dog. Hide

Reviewed by Lucy 16th March 2024

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Very comfortable, cosy accommodation. Everything we needed. Ideal location for visiting many places, both Devon and Cornwall. Excellent shop in nearby village. Would recommend.

Reviewed by Dave 24th February 2024

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Quirky cottage, lovely location even with all the rain we had, great to see a deer in the garden. Lots of places to visit, garden centre does a good breakfast Great hosts

Reviewed by Cristina 7th January 2024

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We had a fantastic time. Very grateful for the warm welcoming and hospitality provided by James and Penny. They gave us a travel cot for our 1 year old daughter and she loved it. Good distance to the gorgeous places. Its a great place with a good location. Highly recommended to stay there.

Reviewed by Jonathan 11th November 2023

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Beautifully equipped and cosy cottage deep in the north Devon countryside (but only a couple of miles from amenities in Woolsery/Woolfardisworthy including PO/mini-market, pub, and chip shop). Warm welcome from hosts :) Had a lovely stay.

Reviewed by David 28th October 2023

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Reviewed by Mary 22nd October 2023

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Reviewed by Kelly 23rd September 2023

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What a fabulous hideaway, James was the perfect host and was available anytime if we needed him and full of local information. Never more than 20mins to reach anyway and the local dairy farm do the most delicious milkshakes in the vending machine. The dogs loved the freedom and we cant wait to come back.

Reviewed by Pat 9th September 2023

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Reviewed by David 12th August 2023

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Cottage was cosy but plenty of room for us two bedrooms and two bathrooms. Roomy lounge separate diner and separate kitchen. Quirky due to large steps to the kitchen and different floor levels.

Reviewed by Louise 4th July 2023

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Wonderful break at this place, everything you need is provided. Absolutely perfect for the dog as well, the grounds are beautiful. Would recommend and would love to return for another stay.

Reviewed by Steve 10th June 2023

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We had a fabulous week at Ford Mill farm cottage. James and Penny were great hosts. We loved the steaks, burgers and sausages which we cooked on the BBQ. They were supplied by Martin the local farmer and sourced by James. Our dog enjoyed walks around the beautiful grounds. The cottage was well equipped (including dishwasher and washing machine). ThRead moree Dartington Crystal glass blowing factory, Clovelly and the Farmers Arms restaurant are worth a visit. We look forward to returning soon. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 20th May 2023

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Reviewed by Julia 29th April 2023

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Really comfortable cottage and had everything in that we needed. Location was great as you were not too far from anywhere . James was helpful before we arrived and had no issues during out stay. Would definitely recommend this cottage for a peaceful and relaxing holiday.

Reviewed by June 21st March 2023

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Nice comfortable friendly cottage

Reviewed by Joanne 18th March 2023

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Had a lovely 3 nights, nice and quiet and a great place for the dogs.

Reviewed by Michelle 19th February 2023

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It was a home from home. Lovely owners.

Reviewed by Brian 4th February 2023

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We had a lovely holiday break in this cottage & location - it was very clean & the owners were extremely welcoming. It is a very rural location - which was exactly what we were looking for but only minutes away from a selection of truly great village pubs / restaurants. The scenery around the area - particularly on the Hartland peninsula is breathtRead moreaking. Be aware though that the local roads are quite narrow & do have a number of potholes - but, being rural, this is what you might expect ! Hide

Reviewed by Kate 19th January 2023

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Lovely rural holiday let. Perfect for a few days away with the dog. Safe enclosed garden for our pooch to run around and a fantastic larger "garden" (several acres of beautiful countryside) to stroll around. Property was comfortable and spacious whilst still feeling cosy. Generous supply of logs etc for the log burner was appreciated as it was espeRead morecially chilly during our stay. James, our host, was extremely helpful and welcoming. Our late checkout was also much appreciated. Would stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 30th December 2022

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A great location away from it all. Perfect for my nervous dog as we escaped any fireworks on NYE, and he got to have a play on the beaches nearby. The property was very cosy and the log burner an added bonus.

Reviewed by Stephen 23rd December 2022

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Reviewed by Elaine 23rd November 2022

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The property was located in a lovely spot for visiting many nearby beaches etc. It was quite a unique cottage but very comfortable and it had a lovely wood burner for the colder evenings. Unfortunately due to the bad weather we experienced we didnt have the opportunity to explore the surrounding land that the property was situated on but would imagRead moreine it would have been wonderful to take daily walks if it hadnt been so wet under foot. Facilities were good with two lovely bathrooms. Hide

Reviewed by Susan 8th October 2022

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Comfortable characterful cottage in a quiet location

Reviewed by Lynn 17th September 2022

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We had a fabulous holiday at the cottage. Well equipped with everything needed for all our party and 2 dogs. Penny and James are very welcoming and helpful and although live on site are not intrusive at all. The narrow roads leading to the property are a bit bumpy in places but there are plenty of passing places and we had no issues. The grounds arRead moree stunning and the dogs could run off lead safely. Lovely to sit at the bench by the pond. We will definitely return. Hide

Reviewed by Debbie 5th September 2022

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The cottage was excellent had everything we would want clean, cosy, quite. Ideal position to get to lots of attractions very safe for dogs with a lovely secure garden and the run of the fields would love to go back

Reviewed by Sophie 27th August 2022

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Fantastic stay.Cottage was very homely and had everything you needed. James and Penny were fantastic, a lovely couple. The cottage is APPROX 20mins from places, so a bit out in the sticks, but lovely and peaceful. We vitsited Collevely, Bideford,Waterward Ho! All nice places. We had a dog with us, a bouncy boxer who loved the fields. There are workRead moreing dogs opposite the cottage working on a dairy farm who roam freely, on 2 occasions 1 jumped into the garden which made us uneasy leaving our dog. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 22nd August 2022

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Reviewed by Rick 13th August 2022

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A fantastic place to stay, welcoming friendly hosts, clean tidy cottage, well equipped and some great welcoming touches (milk, bread and dog treats). Very dog friendly, being able to walk the dogs off lead around the owner's land being particularly welcome. An ideal place for some tranquil relaxation and easy access to great places to walk and locaRead morel beaches in both Devon and Cornwall. A great place to stay, one we will definitely return to. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 6th August 2022

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Perfect holiday location if you want peace and quiet, beautiful scenery and the friendliest most welcoming hosts. Cottage was clean and well equipped, location was remote - but close to Clovelly, Ilfracombe, Biddeford and Bude. Again - perfect hosts, James and Penny - made us feel completely welcome.

Reviewed by Matt 30th July 2022

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James and Penny were fantastic hosts. The grounds are beautiful & well kept, our dog really enjoyed the lake & river. The chickens are very friendly, we were allowed to feed them & collect the eggs. If you are staying with teens; there is no mobile reception, limited WIFI, no smart TV & no chessboard. A dog from the farm opposite terrorised our dogRead more all week, even coming in the garden chasing her inside. The owner will be adding a fence to stop this, but it did taint the garden for us. Hide

Reviewed by Linda 11th June 2022

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Reviewed by Peter 21st May 2022

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Lovely cottage. Our dog loved it too. The walks around the grounds by the little river nice too with neatly mown path to walk around the field. Understanding owners when our dog decided to dive into the pond after the ducklings. Helped us dry him out.

Reviewed by Denise 30th April 2022

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Reviewed by Stephen 23rd April 2022

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A super little cottage with fabulous dog friendly grounds. James and Penny were extremely welcoming and helpful.

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