Thrushel Cottage

4.5★

5 Guests
3 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing

Cleanliness

Comfort

Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

38 Customer Review(s)

Deborah
October 2024

“We had a wonderful stay at Thrushell Cottage which was scrupulously clean, warm and well fitted out.”

The cottage is in a lovely village with great amenities within an easy walk. Our dog loved the woods for walking each morning. Happy memories made. Thank you!

The cottage is in a lovely village with great amenities within an easy walk. Our dog loved the woods for walking each morning. Happy memories made. Thank you!

- Deborah, October 2024

I am so glad that you and your dog enjoyed your visit at Thrushell Cottage and hope to welcome you again in the future. Property Owner
Anne October 2024

“Loved the cottage, clean and mostly well equipped.”

As one of the guests in September said, no bathroom blind and no frosting so you do feel a little exposed!! We put a towel up, but not ideal. A small hand towel in the kitchen would be appreciated, but I always take my own now, in case. Apart from the heating not coming on until overnight the first night, it was a beautiful place to stay and once warm, stayed warm. Good windows mean it's wonderfully quiet too. Would go back. Thank you.

- Anne, October 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback .There have been few opportunities without guests, for the handyman to put a blind up, but be reassured it is up now ! As the window looks over gardens and the river and without any houses to overlook the cottage, the privacy issue simply had not occurred to me. Thank you for pointing it out so I can rectify the problem, I look forward to welcoming you back. Property Owner
Sandra September 2024

“An excellent cottage best we've stayed in with Sykes, lovely location really enjoyed our time there”

- Sandra, September 2024

Thank you for your super feedback . I am so glad you had a lovely holiday. Property Owner
Maurice September 2024

“We enjoyed our stay at your lovely cottage, it made a great base to visit all the local attractions.”

The village was a nice place to relax in the evening, very friendly people. As for the cottage it was comfortable, clean and had everything we needed. It was a lovely touch by the owner to leave sconces, jam and cream, thank you they were lovely. I only have one comment/ suggestion, if you could put a blind up in the bathroom it would have made my wife more comfortable having a shower.

- Maurice, September 2024

Thank you for your lovely feedback , I will put a blind up in the bathroom as soon as possible . Property Owner
Trudy July 2024

“Despite the weather spent a lovely five days staying at Thrushel Cottage.”

We felt immediately at home ,with a lovely welcome of a cream tea . The cottage was very clean and well equipped . The garden is well enclosed so we could relax with our dog . We enjoyed it so much we have booked a week later in the year which we are looking forward to.

- Trudy, July 2024
Becky June 2024

“We had a really lovely short break at Thrushell Cottage.”

The cream tea was a lovely touch too! You could do with a couple of side tables in the lounge to put drinks on - we used a stool from the kitchen in the end. We also had to keep boosting the hot water (especially in the mornings). We ran out half way through a shower on the first morning. But we, and Luna the Golden Retriever, and a lovely stay. Thank you.

- Becky, June 2024
Noel June 2024

“Lovely property in a nice village with a great pub and a well stocked shop for the forgotten items.”

only one small thing ,the garden furniture has seen better days.

- Noel, June 2024
Thomas May 2024

“We had a lovely time at thrushel cottage, well positioned to explore Cornwall and Devon, the property was great for our dog as its well fenced in , thank you for the scones and clotted cream on arrival.”

Overall out stay was excellent and we would definitely return . Constructive feedback on a few things we found, the bathroom needs a blind as the glass is not frosted and the neighbours can see in when out in there garden , we had to put a towel in the window, also the hot water runs out pretty quickly . That said, overall we had a great time . Thank you .

- Thomas, May 2024
Katherine May 2024

“We enjoyed our stay @ homely Thrushel Cottage.”

The accommodation was clean, comfortable & ideally situated for exploring both Devon & Cornwall. The welcome gift of scones, clotted cream & jam was very much appreciated, especially after a long drive.

- Katherine, May 2024
Derek May 2024

“A lovely cottage in a tranquil setting.”

Everything required for self catering was provided. With a pub and village shop only a short walk away. The only minus point, the bathroom has the worlds smallest wash hand basin. However an excellent value for money stay that I would recommend to friends and family.

- Derek, May 2024
Janice April 2024

“The cottage was lovely and in a peaceful location.”

The accommodation was clean and comfortable. The owner of the cottage left some scones, cream and jam which was very nice. It was a enjoyable stay and would go there again.

- Janice, April 2024
Kylee April 2024

“We had a wonderful stay at Thrushel Cottage, it was clean and homely, the weather wasn’t great but the wood fire was delightful, would definitely recommend.”

- Kylee, April 2024
Lee February 2024

“Lovely cottage in great setting.”

The cottage was clean and tidy, well equipped and perfect for our week long stay. The location was great as we were able to explore areas in both Devon and Cornwall, with shops nearby in Launceston and Tavistock as well as a great farm shop just down the road.

- Lee, February 2024
Sadie October 2023

“Great cottage with fantastic kitchen & utensils.”

Warm & comfortable, would definitely reserve again. On the downside for a 3 bedroom cottage missed two toilets, water tank could only accept 2 x showers at anytime. Armchairs in living room uncomfortable.

- Sadie, October 2023
Helen September 2023

“We had a lovely week at Thrushel Cottage, it had everything we needed and more (and the cream tea on arrival was much appreciated).”

The master bedroom was lovely but having seen previous reviews by just sitting on the bed we could tell how uncomfortable the mattress was, this was a shame but the other double bedroom was fine for us (on this occasion). The location is peaceful and friendly and there are several places to eat within walking distance - the local pub (Fox & Grapes), the Arundel Deli and also the Arundel Hotel which has a lovely garden you can sit in if nice weather. The cottage gardens are secure for dogs (if any dog was going to escape it would be ours, and he didn't). We thoroughly enjoyed our stay and wouldn't hesitate to book again. Nick, Helen & Charlie

- Helen, September 2023
Andrew August 2023

“Lovely cottage.”

Will be going again. Couple of points that would improve the stay. The bed in master bedroom is awful, I defy anyone to sleep on it. Many complaints about this bed in other reviews !!!!!!!! The garden really needs a good all round prune back. The lawns are pretty poor. Gardner has no box on mower hence grass cuttings get absolutely everywhere.

- Andrew, August 2023

This is a high, Victorian antique bed, where the base is made in a different way from modern beds . For some people there is not enough support, others love it . The orthopaedic mattress has nothing to do with the support issue . There has been a new base added, and so there should be no rolling into the middle any more and hopefully it will be very comfortable. Property Owner
Jill June 2023

“Had a lovely stay.”

Like a 'home from home', everything you would need for a nice relaxing holiday. Lovely setting and if you are a dog owner (be it a large or small dog!), it is ideal, we have a French Bulldog and felt she was totally safe in the enclosed garden. Very clean and we would certainly go again.

- Jill, June 2023
Andrew May 2023

“The cottage was more than we expected!”

The cleanliness, facilities, position and it was excellent for the dog. We had no worries about him getting out which is a priority for us. There was a lovely scone, jam and cream tea welcome basket on arrival. Lots of games and books available if required but as the weather was perfect we didn't need them. Only negative we can say is the main bed was very uncomfortable. There was no solid base under the mattress and it made you roll into the middle. Would definitely recommend the cottage though! Thank you for helping to make our week so enjoyable.

- Andrew, May 2023
Donna April 2023

“Really lovely cottage in a great location.”

We will definitely book again.

- Donna, April 2023
Colin March 2023

“Good location for travelling around, well equipped and very clean, the electric heating struggled in the later evenings but the weather was grim and I didn’t use the open fire.”

A quiet location with nice garden which I couldn’t use due to weather.

- Colin, March 2023
Andrew December 2022

“Lovely cottage, set in a beautiful location.”

Local pub literally 2 minutes away. The owners couldn’t be more helpful. Very thoughtful arrival gift of a tasty cream tea. Hopefully booking Thrushel Cottage again soon.

- Andrew, December 2022
Lisa November 2022

“We had a lovely relaxing week in Thrushel Cottage (19th - 26th November) and had a great time exploring the surrounding area it was beautiful despite the challenging weather.”

The photos don't do the cottage justice it is really comfortable and has everything you need and the enclosed garden is so handy for the dog. The pasties from the farm shop are a must try and the welcome scones with jam and cream on arrival just sent us on the slippery slope. Just a really great!!!

- Lisa, November 2022
Christine September 2022

“We loved Thrushel Cottage, a beautiful cottage, loved the location, ideal for touring round, would recommend it highly, so quiet, but easy to get to the coast, Dartmoor, and Cornwall and N Devon, didnt want to leave!”

- Christine, September 2022
Armando September 2022

“Yes let the owner be aware of this bad experience, we arrive with one toilet roll, limited cleaning materials, no laundry detergent.”

Beds are very uncomfortable can’t sleep and gives you body ache. 2 mattresses are piled together main bed too high, not standard height of bed. Tried to vaccumm carpet but no suction, ended up picking dirt on the carpet. Very disappointed when charged double for just changing date though it’s changed to non school holiday period. Paying almost £750 for 3 nights is not even near to being worth.

- Armando, September 2022
Heather April 2022

“I believe the owner has only been offering this property for less than 1 year.”

The owner has done exceptionally well, the quality is very high. I would have liked clearer advice on the electric heaters and could not get the bathroom one to work whilst for the first day most were too hot. Otherwise very tranquil just what my wife and I were looking for. Being staying in Lifton in the same cottage every year ( covid excepted) but could not get in this year. Thrushel has now given me a dilemma in a positive way

- Heather, April 2022
Alex April 2022

“We loved this beautiful cottage, fantastic to have a secure garden for the dog and children.”

Nice modern kitchen and a cosy feel to the other rooms. We will be coming back!!

- Alex, April 2022
Philip April 2022

“This is a beautiful holiday cottage, very clean and tidy, I was overawed by its condition when I first entered it.”

The Pros... The Kitchen is very well equipped with a wonderful breakfast bar, Dishwasher, Washer-Dryer, and Microwave. The complementary X-Cross buns and chocolate eggs was a very nice touch. The three bedrooms were very comfortable and sleep came easy, the bathroom was very clean with a very nice bath. The living room was very comfortable and clean with a good selection of books and games should the weather take a turn for the worse. We had no trouble with the heating although I would suggest setting both dials to 1 or 2 for a nice ambient temperature The Cottage is very dog friendly and Roscoe enjoyed his stay there, the back garden is fully enclosed and big enough for the canine member of the family to play, The front garden is also fully enclosed thus added security for your vehicle and your doggy The cons... (None for me but observation only) The steps into the back garden are a little high, a member of the family with back or hip problems may have trouble. The wall that borders the river in the front garden is a little low so a jumpy dog could get out if it so wished to do so. One of the double beds is a little higher than normal, (but it is very comfortable). Thank you for a very comfortable and enjoyable short stay, this cottage will be my first choice when visiting Cornwall again

- Philip, April 2022
Sumitra March 2022

“The cottage is excellent with all we needed for our stay, the owner had left us a nice Devon treat which we appreciated.”

Our one issue was the lack of wi fi, made worse by a complete lack of mobile phone service, we have our own service but without a signal it was useless. The cottage does have a BT system installed but it requires payment, starting at almost five pounds for one hour, to use it. The cottage was reasonably priced and its location perfect, my suggestion would be to charge a little more and include free wi fi which today is, at least for us, an absolute must.

- Sumitra, March 2022

Hi Sumitra, I was surprised by your feedback as there is free WiFi. There is a BT router sitting on the bookcase in the sitting room emitting a blue light. I am so sorry you didn’t access it. I had left a welcome card with my name and number on it . I appreciate you didn’t have a signal for your mobile phone in the cottage, unfortunately mobile signal in parts of rural Devon and Cornwall is very erratic. If you had driven up out of the cottage a couple of hundred metres in either direction you would have had signal. I wish you had rung me up and I could have helped you access the WiFi. Thank you for your feedback and in response I will make sure guests are aware there is free WiFi and how to access it . Property Owner
Richard March 2022

“Thrushel cottage was an ideal place for us.”

The location was quiet but within walking distance to local amenities. The property had everything that we needed, was tastefully decorated and was a great place to come back to in the evening after our daily activities. Sitting in the garden, drinking a glass of wine, and watching the river was a treat. I would highly recommend. Thanks for a lovely stay.

- Richard, March 2022
Heather December 2021

“Very pretty cottage in beautiful setting next to the river.”

Fantastic, large and very well equipped kitchen and lovely spacious sitting room. Private enclosed gardens at the front and back. Peaceful surroundings.

- Heather, December 2021
Paula November 2021

“Double beds were so uncomfortable, one was covered in what can only be described as an incontinence sheet.”

Storage radiators made the place un-bearably hot, and they took over 24 hours to cool down once switched off. There was a note left telling us not to open sash windows because they were broken. There were no instructions as to where to leave the black bin waste or where to put ashes from the fire (which we used after the radiators cooled down). There’s no instruction manual for the washer dryer, but if you want to know how to operate a cafetiere, there’s an instruction manual for that. After several days with zero sleep, we decided to cut our holiday short. Looking back at previous reviews, would have expected something to be done about the comments.

- Paula, November 2021

I am so disappointed that you did not enjoy your holiday. I do wish you had rung me; my name and number were at the top of the welcome card and I could have resolved most of the issues. Starting with the beds, I could happily have stripped the beds to reassure you there was not an incontinence sheet anywhere. There never has been. I use Silentnight mattress protectors and also pillow protectors which consist of lightly quilted cotton/polyester. The base of the antique, Victorian bed was tightened up by six inches at the end of August. The other double bed and mattress were both new when I opened in May 2021. The mattress is medium but I could have provided a mattress topper if it was too firm for you. You had moved all the night storage heater controls up to 9 and on to maximum boost; I could have shown you how to turn it down to obtain a comfortable temperature. I have summer weight duvets (tog 4.5) available in the bedrooms which may have helped you. The sash windows had been forced open by a previous visitor as I wrote in the welcome card, requiring a specialist repair. There is only one room in the cottage where the sash Is the only window. Sadly, you must have missed the part on recycling on the welcome card. I had included the day and date the recycling boxes and the black bin bags were to be collected in your week. I have taken onboard the fact you could not work the washer/dryer and have provided an instruction manual for it now so thank you for your useful feedback. Property Owner
Christopher September 2021

“Lovely well equipped cottage in a peaceful setting.”

We had a great time exploring the area and eating locally and shopping at the the Lifton Farm shop.

- Christopher, September 2021
Michael September 2021

“Lacking in towels and information on waste disposal not very good”

- Michael, September 2021
April August 2021

“Yes unfortunately the bed in the main bedroom is very uncomfortable slopes into the middle as mentioned in another review.”

But enjoyed our stay .

- April, August 2021
Elizabeth August 2021

“A lovely cottage in a peaceful location.”

A couple of things to advise. The bed in the larger bedroom was uncomfortable and the mattress seemed to sink in the middle. Also, there was no welcome pack or advice about the cottage, e.g. recycling, how to increase the water temperature etc. Other than these two factors, we had a really enjoyable stay there.

- Elizabeth, August 2021
Hannah July 2021

“Lovely clean and comfortable accommodation.”

In a very quiet picturesque setting. All amenities worked well and kitchen equipment generally clean and new. Could have benefited from a kitchen tray and water jug and also a hair dryer would have been helpful. Overall a wonderful week and would happily return to this property again.

- Hannah, July 2021
Joanne July 2021

“Lovely clean Holiday cottage, great location.”

The cottage is well equipped and clean with lovely garden. Friendly, helpful owner.

- Joanne, July 2021
Tim May 2021

“Well equipped and clean cottage and very generous welcome basket.”

Owner never told us her name or came to see us. Most equipment brand new but both double beds extremely uncomfortable. No support for mattress on one so we rolled into the middle , the other as hard as rock with a plastic over-mattress which prevented the body from breathing so very hot and sweaty.

- Tim, May 2021

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Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x double with TV, 1 x double, 1 x single
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC
Kitchen/diner
Sitting room with open fire
Electric central heating and open fire
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, Smart TV, WiFi and selection of books
Fuel and power inc. in rent
Open fire supplies not provided
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Off-road parking for two cars
Front lawn garden
Enclosed rear garden with lawn and patio with seating
One well-behaved dog welcome
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 0.5 miles, pub 0.1 mile. Please note that due to some steep steps, the property isn't suitable for children under 8 years.

The property

Tucked away in the quiet village of Lifton is this gorgeous stone-built cottage, offering welcoming accommodation for a family to rest and rejuvenate during a trip to Devon.

Thrushel Cottage is set in idyllic countryside, overlooking far-reaching hills and luscious fields whilst the babbling River Thrushel runs alongside the front garden.

You are welcomed via several steps into the entrance porch where you can kick off your muddy boots before a relaxing evening indoors, gather in the sitting room for a family film night, as the open fire fills the room with warmth.

Prepare heart-warming meals in the spacious kitchen/diner, equipped with contemporary amenities including an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, and a dishwasher, accompanied by a casual breakfast bar and formal dining table for all occasions.

Once the sun has set, withdraw to the first floor and find three delightful bedrooms, comprising a double, a twin and a double with its own Smart TV, all served by a sleek bathroom where you can soak in a soothing bubble bath, or hop in for a refreshing shower.

Spend a warm summer's evening in the enclosed garden, soaking up the last of the day's sunshine as you dine alfresco on the patio and your furry friends run around the lawn.

Explore the surrounding village of Lifton, which boasts a national award-winning farm shop, which sells local produce, and a welcoming pub where you can spend an evening delighting in a delicious pub grub alongside a crisp pint before a gentle riverside walk.

Spend a day at the historic town of Launceston nearby, home to remains of a Norman castle and two town trails for you to learn more about the rich local history before catching a ride on the Launceston Steam Railway, which stops off at Newmills Farm Park, a great day out for all the family.

The nearby stannary town of Tavistock boasts a range of wonderful attractions including the renowned pannier market, imposing ruins of the old abbey, Tavistock Museum, and a flowing canal for romantic strolls, alternatively Okehampton market town boasts a haunted castle with picnic spots, and the Museum of Dartmoor Life alongside vibrant amenities.

Discover the Tamar Otter & Wildlife Centre for an unforgettable day out as you admire unique wildlife including fallow deer, wallabies, meerkats, birds of prey, and the marvellous British and Asian Short Clawed Otters.

Hike up your walking boots and delight in a day roaming around Dartmoor National Park or Bodmin Moor, discovering a wealth of adventure throughout challenging walking trails, rugged cycling routes, and outdoor activities, whilst sailing at Roadford Lake is just a short drive away.

More fun can be found at the Dingles fairground museum, Widemouth Bay beach, Lydford with its castle, gorge, and steep climb to Brentor church, or at Princetown, Plymouth and Exeter further afield.

Enjoy a refreshing break to West Devon at Thrushel Cottage.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

LIFTON

Launceston 5 miles.

Lifton is a small village in the upper Tamar Valley, close to Launceston and the passing A30 road into Cornwall. This pretty community, once sitting astride the old A30 London to Penzance trunk road, is blessed with a village shop and post office, a superb pub and 3 top quality restaurants. At the far end of the village is an award winning farm shop/pick-your-own complex with a good bakery and on-site restaurant. Well placed for visiting anywhere in the South West, Dartmoor is 20 minutes away by car, Bodmin Moor is also 30 minutes and all of the major beaches and Cornish holiday attractions can be reached in under 45 minutes.

Please Note: that due to some steep stairs, the property isn't suitable for children under 8 years.

Please Note: Every access point in to the property is via steps, so this property may not be suitable for those with limited mobility.

Please note: There is no starter pack provided for the log burner, please provide your own wood.

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Reviews & Ratings

“We had a wonderful stay at Thrushell Cottage which was scrupulously clean, warm and well fitted out.”

“Loved the cottage, clean and mostly well equipped.”

“An excellent cottage best we've stayed in with Sykes, lovely location really enjoyed our time there”

“We enjoyed our stay at your lovely cottage, it made a great base to visit all the local attractions.”

“Despite the weather spent a lovely five days staying at Thrushel Cottage.”

“We had a really lovely short break at Thrushell Cottage.”

“Lovely property in a nice village with a great pub and a well stocked shop for the forgotten items.”

“We had a lovely time at thrushel cottage, well positioned to explore Cornwall and Devon, the property was great for our dog as its well fenced in , thank you for the scones and clotted cream on arrival.”

“We enjoyed our stay @ homely Thrushel Cottage.”

“A lovely cottage in a tranquil setting.”

“The cottage was lovely and in a peaceful location.”

“We had a wonderful stay at Thrushel Cottage, it was clean and homely, the weather wasn’t great but the wood fire was delightful, would definitely recommend.”

“Lovely cottage in great setting.”

“Great cottage with fantastic kitchen & utensils.”

“We had a lovely week at Thrushel Cottage, it had everything we needed and more (and the cream tea on arrival was much appreciated).”

“Lovely cottage.”

“Had a lovely stay.”

“The cottage was more than we expected!”

“Really lovely cottage in a great location.”

“Good location for travelling around, well equipped and very clean, the electric heating struggled in the later evenings but the weather was grim and I didn’t use the open fire.”

“Lovely cottage, set in a beautiful location.”

“We had a lovely relaxing week in Thrushel Cottage (19th - 26th November) and had a great time exploring the surrounding area it was beautiful despite the challenging weather.”

“We loved Thrushel Cottage, a beautiful cottage, loved the location, ideal for touring round, would recommend it highly, so quiet, but easy to get to the coast, Dartmoor, and Cornwall and N Devon, didnt want to leave!”

“Yes let the owner be aware of this bad experience, we arrive with one toilet roll, limited cleaning materials, no laundry detergent.”

“I believe the owner has only been offering this property for less than 1 year.”

“We loved this beautiful cottage, fantastic to have a secure garden for the dog and children.”

“This is a beautiful holiday cottage, very clean and tidy, I was overawed by its condition when I first entered it.”

“The cottage is excellent with all we needed for our stay, the owner had left us a nice Devon treat which we appreciated.”