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Reviews
9.4 out of 10 Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 260 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Pet-friendlyPet-friendlyPet-friendly
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Barbecue grillBarbecue grillBarbecue grill
  • Free WiFiFree WiFiFree WiFi
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

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Moretonhampstead, ENG
  • Popular LocationCanonteign Waterfalls and Country Park13 min drive
  • Popular LocationExeter Cathedral17 min drive
  • Popular LocationUniversity of Exeter19 min drive
  • AirportPlymouth (PLH-Plymouth City)65 min drive

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Finest Retreats | Woodside Lodge

Situated within Dartmoor National Park, Woodside is surrounded by a beautiful 12-acre ancient woodland, complete with a stream and an abundance of wildlife. Woodside is ideal for either couples or single travellers and perfectly placed for guests to explore the beautiful countryside for which Dartmoor National Park is renowned.

From its own private parking, Woodside is accessed down 6 granite steps which lead to a welcoming private gravelled courtyard - perfect in which to sit and relax in the warm summer months. The front door leads into an open plan kitchen, diner and sitting room and the well-equipped kitchen has all the amenities you will need for your stay. French doors lead out onto a veranda, which catches the afternoon sun, with spectacular views across the garden and the surrounding countryside. The cosy bedroom has a comfortable king-sized bed whilst the bathroom has a bath and separate shower.

Dogs are welcome but must be kept on a lead as there are other dogs on the premises but also, there is an abundance of wildlife in the surrounding woods and the owners are keen to protect their welfare.

Located close to Brook Lodge (3 guests) and The Studio (2 guests), all three properties can be booked together to sleep 7 guests.

Dartmoor National Park, with its wild open moorland and woodlands, is perfect for those who enjoy adventure and outdoor pursuits including walking, horse riding and rock climbing. Two golf courses are located nearby. Dartmoor is also famous for its superb walks, reservoirs, heather-clad moors, tors, Dartmoor ponies and cream teas! Local walks will take you along a bridle path up to Mardon Down, to the riverside walk at Steps Bridge or along lanes to explore the local countryside.

Easy access to Dartmoor (8 miles), the cathedral city of Exeter (10 miles) and the Jurassic Devon coastline (14 miles). Shops and pubs 2 miles (Dunsford) and 4 miles (Moretonhampstead).

We are unable to accept consecutive bookings, and stays longer than two weeks at this home.

Property manager

Finest Retreats
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Languages

English

Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Outdoor space

House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM

Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

Events

No events allowed

Pets

Pets allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Checkin 16:00-22:00

Damage and incidentals

You will be responsible for any damage to the rental property caused by you or your party during your stay.

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
This property accepts cash
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
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 indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Newton Abbot

Located in Newton Abbot, this cottage is in a rural area. Dartmoor National Park and Stover Country Park reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Higher Knowle and Stone Lane Gardens. House of Marbles and Skirmish Paintball Games Exeter are also worth visiting.
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Moretonhampstead, ENG

What's nearby

  • Dartmoor National Park - 4 min drive
  • Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park - 13 min drive
  • Exeter Cathedral - 17 min drive
  • Castle Drogo - 18 min drive
  • University of Exeter - 19 min drive

Getting around

  • Exeter St Thomas Station - 16 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 35 min drive

Restaurants

  • The Old Thatch Inn - 15 min drive
  • Cromwell Arms - 12 min drive
  • The Cridford Inn - 16 min drive
  • The Horse - 5 min drive
  • Home Farm Cafe - 16 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Finest Retreats | Woodside Lodge pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Finest Retreats | Woodside Lodge?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Finest Retreats | Woodside Lodge?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Finest Retreats | Woodside Lodge located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is 2.5 mi (4.1 km) from Arts & Craft Chapel and 2.6 mi (4.2 km) from Dartmoor National Park. Higher Knowle and Canonteign Waterfalls and Country Park are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Claire

Perfect peaceful getaway
Had the most wonderful four night stay in this delightful cottage. Set in gorgeous grounds complete with babbling brooks and all manner of forest flora and fauna. A perfect base for us and our dog to explore Dartmoor and to relax and unwind. Nothing, absolutely loved it!
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10/10 Excellent

Angela

A little piece of Dartmoor heaven
We hit the jackpot with this cottage. In an exceptional location, it is a great place to explore Dartmoor and the coast. Fantastic property, complete with its own woodland, waterfall and brook, all of which are lovingly maintained - this was a real highlight for us. Being able to step out the door and immediately be in your own enchanted wood was an absolute treat and listening to multiple tawny owls calling at night indicates that the local wildlife appreciate it too so well done to Alison and Pam! There is easy parking for each cottage on the premises. The cottage itself is very comfortable, and everything has been thought of. We cook from scratch, which can be tricky to do when travelling, but not here, the kitchen was well kitted out and there are plenty of utensils, crockery and storage space. The lounge is super comfy and we spent a lot of time just looking out the French doors at the incredible views and resident wildlife that came past. The bedroom has a comfy king-sized bed and the bathroom has a shower and bath. It&#39s really cosy throughout the cottage, so even though the weather was a bit wild during our time there, we were snug inside. The directions that were sent out with the confirmation email were spot on, we had no problem finding the property. I always look at Street view on Google Maps when planning a route, which really helped as well, as I knew what the Snaresbrook sign looked like/ what to look out for. Woodside Lodge is absolutely ideal for couples, and it&#39s dog friendly, so you can bring your fur babies too! We were both sad to leave this little gem of a place and hope to be back soon. A very big thank you to Pam and Alison for accommodating us. The only constructive criticism I can think of is that an electric blankethot water bottles for the bed might be nice for us soft southerners. Everything else was brilliant.
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8/10 Good

Donna

Secluded escape
The lodge is perfect for two people. It is situated about 4 miles from Moretonhampstead, where the nearest shops are. There are local walks nearby and you can also walk through the woods in front of the lodge. There is minimal traffic noise from the main road behind. Pam, the owner is very friendly and is always available by phone if needed. The directions to the lodge include a postcode. The Satnav directed us to the road that ran alongside, but you couldn’t access the property. A small map showing that the access is via Snaresbrook, which is a property actually on the main road, would help.
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10/10 Excellent

Elizabeth

Staying at Woodside
The location was idilic, surrounded by woodland with sitting out front and back according to whether you wanted sun or shade. Inside felt very homely with tasteful decor. There was plenty of room for the two of us. Lots of storage space, lovely comfy sofa and all the appliances worked perfectly. Our hostesses gave us a warm welcome and were so friendly and helpful without being intrusive. It was a great base to explore this stunning part of Devon with no crowds! Would recommend Woodside for a peaceful, relaxing holiday with plenty of scope for walking. Can’t think of anything.
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8/10 Good

ALAN

March Break
Beautiful setting and grounds. Nice property, very clean and well kitted out. Very dog friendly. Filter on natural stream water not good, water was brown all the time during our stay. Shower heat adjustment needs fixing, very stiff, water heater could do with thermostatic control.

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