Parsonage Farm Cottage

4.8★

4 Guests
2 Bedrooms
1 Bathroom
Pets No
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Features

Electric car charging
Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

40 Customer Review(s)

Stephen
August 2024

“Really helpful hosts.”

Lovely cottage. Perfect for the South Hams. EV charger on site is convenient and competitively priced.

Lovely cottage. Perfect for the South Hams. EV charger on site is convenient and competitively priced.

- Stephen, August 2024
Caroline August 2024

“Just returned from.”

A lovely week staying at Parsonage Farm Cottage. The cottage is very clean and comfortable with all the amenities you need. Set in a beautiful peaceful location just a short walk from the River Yealm. The area is beautiful with stunning walks around Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo onto the South West Coastal Path. We would highly recommend Parsonage Farm Cottage for a comfortable cosy stay!

- Caroline, August 2024
Christine August 2024

“Great stay, lovely location, very quiet and peaceful.”

Carrie was very helpful telling us about a regatta that was happening and so we went down to see the fireworks. Would stay again if the opportunity arose, we were there in connection with a family event.

- Christine, August 2024
Michael June 2024

“Lovely clean property and lovely owners in a quiet location, very enjoyable with everything we needed”

- Michael, June 2024
Brian May 2024

“Do's what it says on the tin.”

- Brian, May 2024
Cassidy March 2024

“Lovely stay at Parsonage Farm.”

House was clean and comfy… close to lots of lovely beaches, walks etc. Carrie is lovely and v quick to respond to any questions. X

- Cassidy, March 2024
Ian March 2024

“The cottage is very comfortable and provided everything we needed.”

It is situated within a lovely garden - very private - much birdsong - peace and quiet Host very accommodating yet unobtrusive. Perfect Well situated for coastal walks and minimal car use Highly recommended

- Ian, March 2024
Mary October 2023

“Very comfortable accommodation in a quiet and very picturesque location.”

The cottage is extremely well equipped and very cosy. Added bonus is the ev charging point.

- Mary, October 2023
Wendy September 2023

“Delightful cottage beautiful furnishings, colour schemes well thought out.”

Kitchen although not big perfectly adequate for us. Very comfortable bed. Feel 4 adults might struggle as only 1 bathroom but for 2/3 family persons fine. Owners exceptionally nice people.

- Wendy, September 2023
Annabel August 2023

“Lovely characterful cottage, well furnished with comfy beds and sofas, good shower and plenty of crockery / kitchen equipment.”

Wide range of DVDs and books, and nice peaceful location. Short walk to the local pub which does decent food. Downsides: fridge nowhere near big enough (it’s an under-counter fridge freezer, but the freezer takes up 1/3 of the space, leaving 2 small shelves and a salad drawer plus limited space in the door) and TV isn’t a smart TV.

- Annabel, August 2023
Philipp July 2023

“Tolles Ferienhaus für einen Familienurlaub.”

Sehr sauber. Gut eingerichtet mit allem was man benötigt. Eigener PKW Stellplatz vorhanden. Sehr freundliche und liebevolle Vermieter. Ebenfalls fußläufig erreichbar ist ein schönes Cafe (5 min.) und ein kleiner Supermarkt (10 min.). Alles in allem waren wir sehr zufrieden mit dem Ferienhaus.

- Philipp, July 2023

Thank you very much for your feedback, we're so pleased to know you had a good time. Translated (using Google) this reads as: "Great holiday home for a family holiday. Very clean. Well furnished with everything you need. Own car parking space available. Very friendly and loving landlord. Also within walking distance is a nice cafe (5 minutes) and a small supermarket (10 minutes). All in all we were very happy with the house." Property Owner
Arabella June 2023

“Great location.”

So peaceful. A comfortable stay, and a great base for exploring the area.

- Arabella, June 2023
Mike June 2023

“The only drawback was that the fridge/freezer was relatively small, even for just a couple staying there.”

A family of four would struggle to store more than a day's supply of food in the fridge. The whole kitchen corner is quite cramped but perfectly workable. But the owners are very helpful, the location is ideal for exploring the local area, and the other facilities very comfortable

- Mike, June 2023
Elizabeth May 2023

“Parsonage Farm Cottage has a lot of plus points.”

It is far enough away from the larger towns to feel secluded, but not isolated. Night times are dark, which is something I miss living in a town. Access is easy, none of those terrifying narrow Devon lanes. Newton Ferrers itself is beautiful and it was useful to have a Co-op and Pharmacy with walking distance. The cottage is big enough for four people not to feel on top of each other and the upside down accommodation make it feel quirky. It was also nice to see the period features such as the thick walls and exposed beams. On the down side, the one kitchen drawer is quite difficult to open and close. There were no baking trays apart from the grill tray. There is hardly any storage space for food in the kitchen and there are usually a few essentials in the kitchen cupboards and occasionally a pint of milk or a welcome pack is provided, but when we arrived there was teabags, pepper and some salt, but not in a salt shaker. It was disappointing not to be able to make a drink of coffee after our eight hour journey. Plus the extractor fan in the bathroom is very noisy which impacted our tv viewing in the evenings. All in all, I would recommend the property, but it could do with a few tweaks to make it better.

- Elizabeth, May 2023
Jane May 2023

“Lovely cozy peaceful cottage, everything you need for a relaxing week, easy to find, easy walk to the Harbour for beautiful views of the estuary, information left was useful to be able to leave your car at home and do some walks, bluebells and wild garlic in the nearby woods are amazing this time of year, catching the ferry to the other side of the estuary is great fun, South West Coast Path with amazing views within easy reach, loved every minute.”

Thank you for allowing us to use your cottage

- Jane, May 2023
Hugh October 2022

“We’ve been before and we’ll certainly come again.”

Very comfortable and in a delightful setting.

- Hugh, October 2022
Edwina September 2022

“Really enjoyed our stay at Parsonage Farm.”

Extremely comfortable with everything you need for a relaxing break.

- Edwina, September 2022
Sue September 2022

“Delightful cottage ideally placed for exploring the local area.”

- Sue, September 2022
Matthew July 2022

“Lovely place and lovely people.”

All round very very good stay

- Matthew, July 2022
Robin July 2022

“Delightful cottage, beautifully renovated and full of character.”

Very peaceful/ Lovely cool shady spot to sit outside the cottage. In heat the downstairs is wonderfully cool due to the thick stone walls. Newton Ferrers and Noss Mayo are delightful villages. They are refreshingly free of tourist shops and litter and crowds; very quiet. The local pubs offer good food and all the residents that we met were very friendly.

- Robin, July 2022
Lorraine June 2022

“The property was everything we hoped it would be.”

Very well equipped and comfortable and to a high standard. Lovely hosts nothing was to much trouble and we plan to return.

- Lorraine, June 2022
Renton April 2022

“Extremely clean and comfortable accommodation.”

- Renton, April 2022
Hugh October 2021

“Clean, cosy, very comfortable, quiet.”

Getting away from Newton Ferrers was easier from the cottage than it would have been from the village centre. Handy local shops with friendly staff. Pubs get booked up for meals, but plenty of others in the area. We particularly liked the Rose and Crown at Yealmpton. Wonderful walks from the cottage. Thoroughly to be recommended. Very friendly and helpful owners.

- Hugh, October 2021
David September 2021

“Village is in a lovely location, .”

Plentiful walks and sufficient local amenities. Most useful for this stay particularly given the fuel panic was the fact that the local bus ran daily right into the centre of Plymouth allowing over a 5-hour stay to visit sights , museums shops etc.

- David, September 2021
Andrew August 2021

“Had a great time in Newton Ferrers and at Parsonage Farm Cottage.”

The cottage location is very good for exploring South Hams and Newton Ferrers is lovely village within walking distance. The cottage is very charming and comfortable. Better washing and drying facilities would have been useful, especially with young children. The owners are very hospitable.

- Andrew, August 2021
Heather August 2021

“Fantastic location in a very picturesque village.”

Kids loved crabbing at the creek in the evening. Loads to do nearby and beautiful beaches. Hosts were really friendly and helpful.

- Heather, August 2021
Lisa July 2021

“We were very comfortable in Parsonage Cottage.”

The beds were cosy and the kitchen had everything we needed. The local area was lovely with lots to do nearby.

- Lisa, July 2021
Ian February 2020

“Despite wet weather, we had a good time at Parsonage Farm Cottage.”

The owners could not be more helpful or friendly and the accommodation was also ideal for the dog (a nine-month-old springer spaniel pup). The area is lovely and would certainly stay again. Plenty to see in the area particularly if you are a fan of the National Trust. The cottage has character and we liked this. A very cosy place. Thumbs up all round!

- Ian, February 2020
Joanne November 2019

“Parsonage Farm Cottage was an excellent place to stay.”

It was comfortable and cosy and in a very peaceful setting. All arrangements went smoothly and information provided in the cottage was helpful and accurate. We would recommend this cottage for people using public transport. There is a bus stop right outside and the village has very good shops (including a co-op, community shop and a chemist) which provided everything that we needed, and three excellent pubs within walking distance too. There were plenty of interesting walks in the local area which were easy to find using the OS map in the property. It was a lovely place to stay in November, but I am sure it is equally charming in the summer!

- Joanne, November 2019
Kenneth September 2019

“Excellent location good fascilities and excellent local shops for all we needed.”

Hilly location so not for people with walking disabilities.Owner very nice and welcoming.

- Kenneth, September 2019
Helen August 2019

“The owners had thought of everything to make the stay comfortable & thoroughly enjoyable.”

- Helen, August 2019
Sarah J May 2019

“The holiday was as described, beautiful setting.”

The accommodation was spacious with a lovely outside area. The village had everything we needed, in fact we didn't use our car all week. It is a great place for walking and relaxing.

- Sarah J, May 2019
Pamela April 2019

“I know Newton Ferrers well and I'm delighted to find a cottage so close to the village and all its very special features.”

The cottage was lovely, in a very quiet and private setting, and with a lovely large shared garden that is great for dogs and children. If I could have waved a magic wand I would have liked: a shelf within the shower enclosure for lotions and potions, and indeed one in the barhroom itself.More kitchen storage for food items would be nice, and better light over the table. (I wanted to do a bit of drawing and painting). And a picnic table in the garden area would be great - there is nowhere to sit except in the small gravelled courtyard. But otherwise its a lovely property in very desirable location for singles, couples,and families (its a real messing about in the river place !)

- Pamela, April 2019
Toby January 2019

“Great Hosts and a great area to visit, some loverly walks in the area”

- Toby, January 2019
Linda October 2018

“Could not fault the accommodation, and it was very good for my dog, large field for her to run in.”

Only down side was we felt it was necessary to travel in the car to see surrounding areas etc. There is not a lot at Newton Ferrers, although a very attractive area. Beware of using Sat Navs as they take you down very narrow one track lanes. This did not stop us having a very pleasant week.

- Linda, October 2018
Paul September 2018

“Very friendly welcome from the owner lovely location for a quiet holiday we all ...”

Very friendly welcome from the owner lovely location for a quiet holiday we all had a lovely break thanks from the smith family

- Paul, September 2018
Lynsey September 2018

“Fantastic cottage in a beautiful location!”

Dog friendly, cosy, nice walk down into Newton Ferrers & Noss Mayo (steep hills down to the pubs, but well worth the walk!) secure pebbled garden plus a paddock to walk the dogs if needed outside the cottage! Thank you for a wonderful holiday. Had a fabulous week!

- Lynsey, September 2018
Diane June 2018

“We thoroughly recommend this cottage 5 star accommodation, located in a lovely ...”

We thoroughly recommend this cottage 5 star accommodation, located in a lovely village, everything you need for your holiday,

- Diane, June 2018
John June 2018

“Lovely peaceful location very relaxing good bed and comfort easily assessable to all resorts Nice hosts very kind”

- John, June 2018
Brian April 2018

“Just excellent.”

Great break. Perfect for our pet dog

- Brian, April 2018

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Summary

Reverse level
Two ground floor bedrooms: 1 x king size double, 1 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, WC, basin
First floor open plan living space with seating area, dining area and kitchen.
Central heating
Microwave, fridge, shared tumble dryer, shared washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Fuel and power inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot and highchair available on request
Off road parking for three cars
EV charger available charges paid to owner direct.Enclosed garden with barbecue
Sorry no smoking
Pub less than 1 mile from property.

The property

Tucked away at the end of a private drive on the edge of Newton Ferrers, 800 yards from the shops/pub and picturesque creek, two attractive, Grade II listed cottages converted from barns on a 16th cent.

farmstead, once home to the Bishop of Exeter.

The cottages are smart and welcoming with original features, high apex beams, wood floors (rugs) and modern comforts, each with own small garden, beautifully planted for privacy by owners who live in the farmhouse next door (no farming now).

Across the gravelled entrance drive, shared use of lawned garden.

Shared use of washing machine and tumble drier.

Parsonage Farm Cottage is a neat, detached upside down cottage on two levels, said to have been the Bishop's sleeping chamber for the farmhouse behind.

At the front, pretty, enclosed garden (table/chairs, barbecue) with 2 slate steps up to glazed double doors and 2 further steps (top stairgate) up to open-plan living/dining/kitchen, cosy and inviting with smart red sofas, TV/DVD; small kitchen area neatly fitted in one corner (slimline dishwasher, microwave, fridge, gas hob/electric oven) with handcrafted units.

Downstairs (stairgates), two bedrooms - a double (5' bed), and a twin; smart bathroom (suite, shower over bath).

A homely and welcoming base. Newton Ferrers/Noss Mayo: adjoining small villages beside the River Yealm estuary, sheltered by oak-wooded hillsides, popular for sailing, lovely for walking or just sitting.

Essential shops (Newton Ferrers) and good food pubs.

Low tide footpath across the creek.

Tennis courts; riding stables.

Pedestrian ferry to coast walk to Wembury (village), and secluded beach.

Mothecombe (nearest sandy beach by car), 4 miles.

Plymouth, 11.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

NEWTON FERRERS

Plymouth 8 miles.

A tranquil, picturesque village in the South Hams area of Devon, on a bend of the River Yealm leading up from the South Devon coast (1 mile). The perfect haven for sailors, for those who love messing about near water and for those who appreciate stunning and civilised countryside. There is a local butcher, chemist, post office and grocer in Newton Ferrers and an organic farm shop just two miles away. The village pub, with fantastic views across the water towards Noss Mayo and the creek, serves good food and drink. The area is blessed with many walks that meander along the waterside and across the fields, while to the north Dartmoor's high tors and open spaces beckon those who love wild country. The city of Plymouth with its shops, Marine Aquarium and Barbican quayside area is just 8 miles away while beautiful Totnes with its 'alternative' view on life is a must. If the beach rather than boats is what you seek, you won't do better than the beautiful sands at Mothecombe and Bigbury just a few miles down the road. Both are accessible by road or boat from Newton Ferrers. There are a number of excellent golf courses nearby.

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Reviews & Ratings

“Really helpful hosts.”

“Just returned from.”

“Great stay, lovely location, very quiet and peaceful.”

“Lovely clean property and lovely owners in a quiet location, very enjoyable with everything we needed”

“Do's what it says on the tin.”

“Lovely stay at Parsonage Farm.”

“The cottage is very comfortable and provided everything we needed.”

“Very comfortable accommodation in a quiet and very picturesque location.”

“Delightful cottage beautiful furnishings, colour schemes well thought out.”

“Lovely characterful cottage, well furnished with comfy beds and sofas, good shower and plenty of crockery / kitchen equipment.”

“Tolles Ferienhaus für einen Familienurlaub.”

“Great location.”

“The only drawback was that the fridge/freezer was relatively small, even for just a couple staying there.”