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Little Folly Barn

Torquay (6mls SE), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Fishing on site / nearby
Romantic
Family friendly
Quirky
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Beautiful, chic and stylish four-person retreat
  • Peaceful location with enclosed garden
  • Within easy reach for walks, perfect for families with a dog
Property code: 81436

A delightful converted barn situated close to Newton Abbot and Torbay, offering the perfect base for a peaceful family retreat.

Escape to the South Devon countryside for a staycation characterised by scenic walks by day and sunset strolls around Torquay Harbour of an evening, bringing along your four-pawed pal to join in on the fun. This delightful abode sleeps four guests along with a canine companion and combines traditional charm with contemporary elegance, ideal for families and small groups.

Straight out of a fairy tale, this beautiful cottage has a stone exterior and ornate shutters. It boasts a country-cottage vibe throughout and comes complete with quintessential furniture and a feature spiral staircase. This makes the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner a peaceful sanctuary for relaxing evenings snuggled up by the TV. Prepare hearty meals and feast together, transforming fresh local produce into delicious dinners in the generously equipped kitchen. There is a shower room ideal for hosing down sandy paws, and the staircase leads up to two attractive bedrooms with sloped ceilings and a TV apiece. Step outside to sip your morning coffee, appreciating the sound of birdsong whilst Rover stretches his legs on the lawn.

The peaceful hamlet of Dainton is located just 6.5 miles from Torquay and 5.5 miles from Paignton, two iconic destinations on the English Riviera. Your holiday itinerary can be as busy as you like, whether you opt for exciting walks with Fido in tow or you would prefer to treat the youngest guests to a day trip at one of the area’s top attractions. Several beaches along the coastline are dog-friendly all year round such as Babbacombe, 7 miles away, where you can also find a popular model village that welcomes waggy-tailed visitors.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 twin zip-and-link (which can be made into a super-king-size on request)
  • 1 shower room with shower and WC (located on the ground floor)
  • Electric oven and hob, fridge with ice compartment, dishwasher, microwave and washing machine
  • Smart TV in the lounge and both bedrooms - all with Netflix
  • Terraced area plus lawned area, both with seating
  • Own gated access to enclosed garden with patio and BBQ
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Highchair and travel cot provided
  • Beach 5 miles, pub 1 mile and golf course with restaurant within walking distance
  • Woodburner
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 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.

Charlotte Johnson-King

This property is personally managed by Charlotte.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 31 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Julia 23rd March 2024

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Very cozy and lovely cottage. We felt very convenient and relaxed. The woody fire at the evening was really appreciated. The hosts were super kind and we felt always welcome. Even when sunshine was rare the stay in the cottage was the highlight of our time in Devon.

Reviewed by Siobhan 15th February 2024

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Very welcoming. Lovely accommodation and kind hosts. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Peter 3rd December 2023

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Fantastic little barn. Owners on hand if needed but leave you alone to enjoy your stay. Garden and terrace are much larger than they look in the photos. Beds super comfy. Well equipped kitchen. Wood burner with loads of logs for evenings in. During our 5 night stay I think only 2 cars went passed, so quite and peaceful but still close to towns and Read morebeaches. Hide

Reviewed by Nicola 23rd November 2023

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A truly beautiful and wonderful cottage with very clever use of space.

Reviewed by Hayley 12th August 2023

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Wow! What a treat to stay at Little Folly Barn. We felt like we were staying in a home away from home. The decor was beautiful and had so much character. The location was excellent for exploring South Devon too. Hayley made us feel very welcome and our dog felt at home straight away too. A fantastic holiday rental for families with children and dogRead mores. Without a doubt we would return and would recommend in a heartbeat to anyone wondering if they should stay! Hide

Reviewed by Paul 17th June 2023

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perfect holiday cottage with nice garden area, lovely and peaceful, good location to explore south devon. would happily return.

Reviewed by Angelika 10th June 2023

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Reviewed by Lorraine 3rd June 2023

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The cottage was very cosy and a lovely place to come back to on an evening. A very comfortable bed/pillows made for a good night's sleep. The kitchen was well equipped and the welcome tray on arrival was a lovely thought, along with the fresh flowers. The patio was a peaceful place to sit for morning coffee or on an evening. Haley & Paul have made Read morethe cottage a very welcoming place to stay. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn 20th May 2023

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A beautiful, clean little cottage. Supplying everything you need for an enjoyable stay. Tray of goodies were a welcome touch. Barbeque was set up ready for our arrival and was used during our stay. Lovely comfortable outside seating and a good sized garden for our doggie to run around in. Comfortable bed with crisp, clean bed linen. Lots of lovely Read morelittle touches around the cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 28th April 2023

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A fabulous , cosy, comfortable and superbly clean cottage . Well sited for peace and quiet with enclosed garden and quality garden furniture, yet centrally located for moors and coast .

Reviewed by Glen 23rd April 2023

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This is a wonderful place to stay. Absolutely spotless, with comprehensive kitchen appliances and utensils etc. SMART TV with content from all streaming services, good WiFi, brilliant wood-burner, endless hot water and electric heating. Has everything you could wish for. Close to coastal towns and loads of walks for dogs etc. Thoughtful little giftRead mores on arrival; wine, cakes, biscuits - and treats for the dog. Probably the best place we have ever stayed in; and we travel in the UK and Europe a lot Hide

Reviewed by Trevor 8th April 2023

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What a lovely cottage, everything you need. In a cottage, is there a Great place to stay and is a lot to do within 30 minutes drive definitely will go back

Reviewed by Panos 25th March 2023

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Reviewed by Greg 21st December 2022

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Lovely peaceful break. Christmas decorations put up for arrival and a really nice welcome pack including wine, cakes, biscuits, tea and coffee, milk etc. Even the offer of Christmas dinner. Cant get better than that.

Reviewed by Nelly 10th December 2022

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Amazing sweet little cottage tucked away on a dead end road so no traffic noise! Perfectly clean throughout. Crisp white sheets, beautifully decorated and we had the extra Christmas decorations! Private garden, every amenity you could think of and more! Amazing hosts who clearly go the extra to make it perfect in every way. It really felt like no oRead morene had stayed there before! We went to see the Dartmouth steam train of lights! Magical! We will be back! Say no more! Thankyou! Nelly Hide

Reviewed by Mark 4th November 2022

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Reviewed by Alex 8th October 2022

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Reviewed by Jacqui 1st October 2022

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A wonderful little cottage to cozy up and relax. Very welcoming, everything you could wish for from a point of view of facilities and furnishings. Owner was very helpful, friendly and welcoming. Would highly recommend a stay at this little gem of a property!

Reviewed by Rodney 17th September 2022

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Having stayed at the cottage in the past with previous owners.The new owners even put out previous cottage name, Hayley & Paul have renovated the property to a high,cosy and relaxing place to stay.The location is quiet and peaceful everything you need is there.

Reviewed by Ann 10th September 2022

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Reviewed by Melanie 27th August 2022

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A really charming cottage with everything we needed for our holiday! A great base for exploring the area - lovely beaches and swimming spots in Dartmoor. Thanks to Hayley and Paul for being super hosts. We loved the scones!

Reviewed by Joe 21st August 2022

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Reviewed by Vanessa 6th August 2022

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Best property we have ever stayed at! Spotlessly clean, so well equipped (with quality items) and superb welcome goodies. Simply a cut above the rest!

Reviewed by Sian 23rd July 2022

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We had a wonderful holiday at Little Folly Barn. It was very comfortable and had all we needed, and more, for our stay. Great quiet location with lots to do in the local and nearby areas. The cottage is furnished and decorated to a very high standard, and the beds are very comfortable. The garden was a plus for us and our 2 boys, and the loan of thRead moree football net was appreciated. Hope to be back very soon. Hide

Reviewed by Doerte 16th July 2022

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Everything was just perfect! The cottage is very cosy and beautifully furnished and decorated. Hayley and Peter are very nice hosts and gave us very good tips.

Reviewed by Sue 9th July 2022

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We thoroughly recommend this lovely little cottage, in a quiet rural location within easy reach of Torbay beaches and countryside walks. Hayley and Paul are fantastic hosts, very welcoming and helpful. The cottage is very well equipped, comfy and spotlessly clean. We had a fantastic week.

Reviewed by Richard 2nd July 2022

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Converted barn into a well equipped holiday cottage, very comfortable with pleasant surroundings.

Reviewed by Alison 11th June 2022

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Reviewed by Stuart 4th June 2022

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Dainton Folly is a lovely little cottage and the owners are fantastic people, there if you need them but leave you alone to enjoy your time away. The location is great, plenty of walks on your doorstep and within easy reach of both the coast and places to eat and drink. The cottage is compact but has everything you need for your stay, including eveRead morerything for the dog too! We will definitely look at returning in the future when next holidaying in Devon. Hide

Reviewed by Lynn 14th May 2022

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Lovely homely cottage where you are provided with a welcome box and everything you need to make a perfect break. Pleasant garden area, secure for our dog and perfect to relax with a book and coffee. Central to travel to theatres, National Trust & English Heritage properties and lovely coastal areas. Great hosts, Hayley and Paul - we look forward toRead more seeing you again Hide

Reviewed by Kelly 23rd April 2022

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Amazing!! The house was fantastic, so cosy and everything you could think of was there.

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