Crannacombe Farmhouse

4.2★

9 Guests
5 Bedrooms
3 Bathrooms
Pets Yes
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Features

Off road parking
Ground floor accommodation
Ground floor bedroom
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Sky TV
Broadband / WiFi

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Facilities and Maintenance

* Based on a combined average customer score

10 Customer Review(s)

Ivan
September 2024

“We really enjoyed our stay at Crannacombe Farmhouse, a lovely old building with lots of quirks.”

We especially enjoyed curling up in the lounge in the evenings on the soft sofas, must be lovely in the winter months with the woodburner roaring away. We appreciated the peacefulness of the location, it was lovely to be able to wander up the lane every evening with only the owls and red deer for company. The garden was absolutely beautiful, we enjoyed some late afternoon siesta's there just soaking in the gorgeous 'Thomas Hardy' views, with only the sounds of birds over head and the breeze ...

We especially enjoyed curling up in the lounge in the evenings on the soft sofas, must be lovely in the winter months with the woodburner roaring away. We appreciated the peacefulness of the location, it was lovely to be able to wander up the lane every evening with only the owls and red deer for company. The garden was absolutely beautiful, we enjoyed some late afternoon siesta's there just soaking in the gorgeous 'Thomas Hardy' views, with only the sounds of birds over head and the breeze in the trees. Sheila, the owner, was lovely, very very helpful, thank you Sheila for sharing your bit of heaven with us.

- Ivan, September 2024
Wendy August 2024

“A beautiful location, but quite a drive to the coast.”

Also, it’s a shame the nearest shop and pub are a drive away. The farmhouse is full of character (which we loved), and well equipped but the creaking doors and floors were not so easy to manage with a sleeping baby! The hostess is lovely, and would resolve any issues if any occurred

- Wendy, August 2024

We are pleased you generally liked the property and it was a pleasure to meet you all. The farmhouse is old and full of character as you mention, and I hope the quirks associated with a character property you mention werent too much of a problem! I am afraid most working farms arent ( because they are often surrounded and central to their own land) within easy walking to a pub or shops but there are many pubs/ cafes/ restaurants for all tastes in nearby locations in the area and in Kingsbridge itself , which is 10 minutes drive away.. We are about 17 minutes drive from the nearest sandy beaches of Bantham and Thurlestone and 20 minutes from Salcombe, and 10 minutes from Kingsbridge with all the different independent shops and 2 supermarkets and many eating venues.There are also 3 good pubs with 10 minutes drive at Woodleigh, Churchstow and Califonia Cross , along with a super pub at Bantham and Thurlestone and several very good cafe , farm shop and garden centre eating places within 5 -10 minutes drive from our farm. The quiet country lane we live in joins , at the top of our little lane, the main road into Kingsbridge, Salcombe and the other way back to the A38, which does make it quite central to getting to the coast and Dartmoor. There is a village shop at Loddiswell and an excellent Spar shop at the nearby garage at Califonia Cross and an excellent farm shop / cafe on the main Loddiswell/ Kingsbridge main road only about 7 minutes drive from the house. Also at the top of our lane, .75 ml away, there is a lovely large cafe with wonderful views for light meals and refreshments at Heron Orchards ,which is very dog and child friendly with apple orchards to walk , cider and soft drinks ( Heron Valley) to buy, and very attractive inside and outside eating areas. We hope the drives to reach shops, pubs, etc , you mention didnt spoil your holiday too much and of course , if asked ,we would have been pleased to recommend nearby eating places, etc. this info is also in a folder in the property for guests to peruse. Property Owner
Robert August 2024

“This was a lovely house for my annual holiday with my 2 sons and their families, nine of us.”

However there were some annoying niggles. The en suite shower offers only a trickle of water; the loo in the family bathroom is a struggle to flush; provision of only one toilet roll per loo is a bit mean. In the kitchen there's a paper kitchen-towel holder with no kitchen towel; no handtowel is provided; the lamp over the hob doesn't work and setting 3 for the extractor doesn't work; there's no washing-up brush; the cupboards all smell musty. In the folder and on hand-written notes several instructions or guidances are out-of-date. All this can be easily addressed, but maybe not the cupboards. There's a concrete 'hump' across the drive entrance which snags on a car undercarriage but it seems as though it exists to keep heavy rain from flowing into the driveway.

- Robert, August 2024

We are pleased you generally say you had a " lovely holiday " with your family at the Farmhouse. To clarify on some of your " niggles" . The ensuite bathroom is described as having a Victorian style Bath Shower tap fitting which will, through its nature( depending on how much water is being used elsewhere in the house, ) tend to fluctuate in pressure, but there is a Mira electric shower over the bath (with normal adequate shower pressure , or it wouldnt work) ) in the family bathroom, along with a similar to the ensuite shower/ bath fitting on the bath taps. The downstairs shower room has very strong pressure on the shower. The loo in the family bathroom is also sometimes affected in refilling after a flush by how much water is being used in the rest of the house. However, our plumber reassures us our mains pressure in the house is very good generally and sometimes it just needs a little patience to let this toilet refill if lots of water is being diverted elsewhere at the same time. It is unfortunate to describe it as "mean" to only supply one toilet roll for each bathroom / toilet as this is intended, in a selfcatering property , as a " starter " provision for when you arrive. We do however provide washing up liquid, all cleaning and washup cloths in the kitchen and bathrooms, kitchen sponges, bath cleaners, and a good few dishwasher tablets which most guests find sufficient for their whole stay. There are a handtowel and bath towel for each guest along with several tea towels and a bath mat for each bathroom. There was a dish mop under the sink which you dont seem to have found but as mentioned before, there were new dishcloths, sponges and a pan scraper provided right by the sink. The extractor in the kitchen has already been replaced with a new one by our electrician on your checkout day, which was the 1 st day we could get him. We are puzzled that all the cupboards smelt musty but will investigate and report to the cleaners. There were several problems during your stay which you informed us of immediately they happened and we sent an emergency plumber and emergency appliance repairer, both who came out within a very short time , (less than 24 hours), of us being informed, which I hope you found a satisfactory service.We also washed your grandchilds terry nappies in our machine while we were waiting for him to come (a few hours later in that day,) which babies Mum was very appreciative of. The tarmac hump at the entrance of one of the parking areas serves the purpose you mentioned re possible road water. It was installed by the highways and has never been mentioned as a problem to anyones cars driving in and out in the past , we hope that it wasnt a big problem to you or your families cars. There is another big overspill parking area directly opposite for anyone finding this tarmac hump a problem but no previous guest has felt they would prefer that than to parking so near their house on the dedicated parking area. I hope this clarifies some of the problems you found. It is an old character property and comes with quirks and some small problems that sometimes we can practically do nothing about. Hopefully, they did not spoil your, or your family's, holiday. Property Owner
Robert August 2024

“We just spent a week at Crannacombe farmhouse and we think the last reviewer was really harsh.”

It's a quaint old farmhouse. It hasn't been thoroughly modernised like many devon cottages but they cost a lot more. We found it comfortable and it had all the amenities required including those described on the listing. The upstairs showers weren't great because of the water pressure but the downstairs shower was really good. The "5th bedroom" is formed by a two rooms being separated by a curtain. Fine for us as we put the kids in there and treated it as what a hotel would call a "family room". A car is essential as it really is in the middle of nowehere. That makes it very peaceful with great views and lovely walks but a 30 minute drive to a beach or even a decent supermarket and the drive starts with 3/4 of a mile up the lane. We found the place easily because we called Shirley in advance (as requested) and she explained how to get there. We took a picture from the web site with us just in case. Finding the lane is easy as there is a HUGE picture of a chile at the entrance . It isn't an ultra-modern cottage but we found it a cute and comfortable holiday !

- Robert, August 2024

Thank you for your review and it was lovely to hear you had a comfortable time at the farmhouse. It is a very old character farmhouse with all associated quirks , some of which can be helped with modernisation and some it is hard to do much about if you want to retain the character.. The downstairs shower is powerful and upstairs the one in the family bathroom is a modern electric shower and the one in the ensuite is a tap /shower fitting on a bath , so that one obviously isnt pressurised but is working of a mains supply. We are .75 ml off the main road into Kingsbridge and Salcombe from the A38. The lane to our farm is a no through road which ends just past our farm with approx 9 passing places, a lot more than most of the little lanes in the South Hams. Of course, as you noticed, this makes for a quiet and unspoilt location but it is only a few minutes drive up the lane to the main road which is one of the major roads into the South Hams.( even if it doesnt look like it!) There are 2 good size supermarkets , Tesco and Morrisons, at Kingsbridge which is 10/15 minutes drive on a main road from the farm once you get to the top of the lane. Supermarket deliveries can also be had here from all the major supermarkets. The nearest beaches, Thurlestone and Bantham , are about 20 minutes away, of course depending on high season holiday traffic in the small lanes which lead to most of the beaches in the South Hams.. Also, we are lucky here to have the facility of 1/2 ml of river frontage and a little beach area right on the farm. As described in our ad, the 5 th bedroom is off one the double bedrooms , the door had to be removed and replaced with a curtain doorway to conform with fire regulations, but as you say, it makes a convenient family suite, especially with small children. Thank you again for your review and we are glad you enjoyed your holiday. Property Owner
John June 2024

“The property does have potential, unfortunately the cleanliness of the property was not 100% !”

The chair covers were not pleasant & had to be removed before use. The cupboard where all the cutlery & cups, saucers & plates was full of cobwebs & smelt of damp & everything had to be washed before use ! The lights in the cooker hood did not work & only one fan setting was available. The en- suite in the main bedroom has a very big step which my partially disabled wife found very difficult to negotiate, l would suggest another half step be added. The en-suite’s over the bath shower does not function as a shower due to the lack of water pressure. It also advertises Sky tv, there is no Sky tv ! All the bedrooms were full of cobwebs under the beds ! Given the remoteness of the property l was a little concerned with the security of the doors, really should be much better ! Given the price paid l expected a more professional approach ! The owner greeted us and was very pleasant upon all subsequent meetings, but unfortunately l believe the stay at this property for one week is very overpriced ! I cannot recommend this property at this cost in this condition !

- John, June 2024

We are sorry you found problems with the farmhouse during your stay. As you can see from previous feedback, including the week before your stay, these problems you found took us by surprise. As to the cleanliness, it would have been much better, rather than cleaning yourself if you had pointed out the problems you found on arrival, we live nearby, are very approachable and we could have easily recalled the cleaning company to put the issues right with no problem.As you can see, we are surprised as this issue is not mentioned in any other reviews. We are not aware of damp issues in the kitchen larder cupboard and are very surprised you found it necessary to wash all the crockery before use but apologise if you found that to be so. As most of the beds are modern divans with bases right down to the floor I presume the cobwebs were under the antique iron bedstead in the main bedroom. I am sorry and will report this to the cleaning team. However, this is a 400 year old farmhouse in the countryside and I am afraid cobwebs often come back nearly as fast as they are removed from changeover to changeover. There is a good electric shower over the bath in the family bathroom and a good pressure new walk in shower downstairs . The description of the ensuite bathroom mentions the hand held shower (which generally will not have the pressure of an electric shower), but there are 2 other good pressure showers in the property. The step is part of the quirks of an old farmhouse and warning notices are in place. We do not say we are suitable for disabled , or partially disabled guests as it does have several changes of levels in hallways, etc , common in such an old building. The kitchen extractor is being replaced at the end of the season when we can redecorate around it but functions on the highest setting( which is needed to possibly avoid triggering the nearby fire alarms when there is a lot of smoke or steam about from cooking) there is also a window to open right by the cooker for extra ventilation. The property has 2 entrance doors with modern locks, I am afraid we do not see what more we can provide other than the key provided. Again, we have not had any negative previous feedback on this so were puzzled by your comment re security and our unprofessional approach to it. We cannot see what else could have been provided as the doors are locked from inside if the catch on the thumblocks are dropped and they are there to prevent guests being locked in (if they mislay a key )in a fire situation. The TV had to be changed on the day of your arrival as we were told the Sky engineer had a 2 week wait to come ( and you obviously needed a TV facility for your stay ) so a new Smart TV was purchased for your booking. This has many channels and apps available but I will check the description of TVs on the website and amend as necessary. Obviously, we did not have time to do this before your arrival as this was all sorted out on the morning of your arrival day when the Sky engineer visit was promised 2 weeks away and the TV engineer thought to purchase a new Smart Tv was the best solution to a “ “ no tv reception available” problem.! We are disappointed you did not enjoy your stay but feel some of these problems could have easily been rectified or explained if you had spoken to us and given us the chance to do this, which we would have been pleased to do. Property Owner
Sally June 2024

“Thank you for a great week, everyone loved the house and the beautiful location.”

- Sally, June 2024
Mark May 2024

“From start to finish the whole stay at Crannacombe Farm was lovely the accommodation was first class as was our host I would recommend the farm to anyone.”

Great walks for dogs and children alike.

- Mark, May 2024

We are so pleased you really enjoyed your stay in the Avon Valley and appreciated the farmhouse and the beautiful views /countryside the farm is set in. Property Owner
David April 2024

“Crannacombe Farmhouse is a stunning place for a getaway.”

The owner of the property was very welcoming when we arrived and had lovely suggestions of things to do in and around the area.

- David, April 2024
Rose July 2023

“Had a comfortable stay at.”

The Farmhouse. Nice comfy beds and well equipped kitchen. The description of the property is accurate. Unfortunately the weather wasn't good so we couldn't take advantage of the outside area as much as we would have liked. Lovely nearby pub for meals when bbq wasn't possible.

- Rose, July 2023
Steve June 2023

“It should say in the details that when your sat nav said you reached your destination to go on for a never half a mile more.”

We found it ok but some people in your group turned around because there was no building around

- Steve, June 2023

The Farmhouse is , as described ,exactly.75 miles down a no through country lane from the main road running into Kingsbridge from the A38.It passes several other properties with the same postcode but with the name of the properties on the facade or walls facing the lane. There are very few properties with the same postcode down the lane before reaching us and we are sorry if several of your party found the farm and farmhouse difficult to locate. Once in this “ no through”lane, because of its “dead end “status, if they had kept going past the 1/4 mile mark to the .75 mile distance as described,,there should have been no chance of not locating the property, as it is also easily seen (and named on the fence of the garden )on the RHS side of the lane. As it is a farm we own the land on both sides of the lane preceding our actual farmhouse and buildings so that part of the farm obviously shares the same postcode, but, has no buildings with it until you reach the farmhouse ( located on the side of same lane) Multiple twisty little lanes are a feature of the South Hams countryside but the upside is their nature does mean the destination is generally peaceful and secluded from the traffic noise of main roads once you have successfully negotiated them! We do hope, (other than this arrival blip for some of your party) that you all enjoyed the characterful property and its scenic location in this beautiful river valley . And , of course,the wonderful weather we experienced in June! Property Owner

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Summary

Five bedrooms: 1 x double with TV and en-suite bath, shower over with mixer tap attachment, basin and WC, 1 x double with TV and basin, 1 x twin with basin, 1 x twin, 1 x ground-floor single
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and comfort height level WC
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen/diner with TV
Utility with larder fridge
Dining room
Sitting room with woodburning stove
Oil central heating
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, larder fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher
Living room with Smart TV, 3 x TV with Freeview, WiFi, selection of books
Fuel, power and starter for woodburning stove inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Cot, highchair and two fixed stair gates at top and bottom of the stairs Off-road parking available for a maximum of 4 cars
Multi-level front garden with patio, summerhouse with outside barbecue and with dining outside for nine guests
Small lawned rear garden
One well-behaved dog allowed
Sorry, no smoking
Shop 2.1 miles, pub 2 miles
Note: Dog must be kept on a lead at all times, and incur a charge of £40
Note: The garden is enclosed but not dog proof
Sorry, no puppies, and dogs must be supervised at all times and not left alone in the property
Requests for a second dog to attend must be confirmed via Sykes Cottages to the owner before arrival
Note: One of the twin bedrooms is accessed via the double bedroom with a separator curtain in between
Note: There is a landline for emergency and incoming calls only
Note: Dogs are not allowed in the bedroom
Note: Dogs must not be left in the property alone
Note: The paddock you have access to is not secure and dogs cannot be left in the paddock without supervision due to nearby livestock
Note: Please do not charge your electric vehicles at this property
Please Note: This property is unable to accomodate a sunday changeover

The property

Nestled deep in the river Avon Valley on the outskirts of Loddiswell, Devon, in 80 acres of the owners land, enjoying fantastic views of the countryside and ancient woodland and a short walk through sloping fields to the River Avon is the charming 17th-century farmhouse, Crannacombe Farmhouse.

Meandering along the country lane (no through road) to the property, means you get the feeling of a peaceful and relaxed setting immediately, with the main road leading to Salcombe, Kingsbridge and lovely beaches of the South Hams.

After unloading your personal belongings, cross the threshold into the hallway of your new home-from-home to an inviting sitting room, adorned with a stylish wood burning stove and Smart TV so you can delight in some light entertainment after a long day of exploring the local area.

As the designated chef becomes acquainted with the well-equipped kitchen, boasting traditional larder cupboards and all the necessary appliances required to have a successful self-catered stay, make your way from the sitting room, through to the dining room where you can settle down to feast.

The dining room, featuring an antique table for ten, an antique Welsh dresser, and a sofa, also has access to the garden, so you can reflect on your favourite memories so far whilst planning for the days ahead around the table, or out in the luscious greenery.

Completing the ground floor is a recently redecorated shower room with WC convenient for the single bedroom and downstairs use.

Ascend to the first floor to find a further four bedrooms including two doubles with TVs (one with Victorian style en-suite bathroom) and two twins, one with wash basin the other off the double bedroom with a curtained doorway, along with a small family bathroom with a small bath, electric shower over the bath so you can get ready or wind down in style.

The owner resides in a small annex close to Crannacombe Farmhouse however, the farmhouse remains completely private with its own entrance with pretty private gardens, blooming with roses, jasmine and palm trees, off-road parking and plenty of homely living spaces, Crannacombe Farmhouse welcomes nine guests to savour the ultimate getaway in the South Devon AONB.

Outside, bask in your surroundings by taking a morning stroll around the garden peppered with mature shrubs and old roses, with access to a private paddock with stunning views which can be enjoyed from the lounger chairs through the wooden gate in the front garden.

Head down to the river through the sloping fields where you can enter a small, private fenced off paddock with a little beach and picnic tables perfect for paddling and playing in the river in dappled sunlight before returning to the main front garden where there is outside dining table and chairs for nine guests along with a BBQ perfect for enjoying a summers evening.

Through the owners land and the two footpaths along the country lane, where the property rests, there are many un-spoilt walks along the Avon Valley along the river banks with spectacular scenery.

If you can tear yourself away, there is a whole list of exciting things to do within easy reach such as visiting some of the local beaches, Bantham is the nearest to the south west or to Thurlestone with it's beautiful golden sands or take a trip to Salcombe, Devon's most Southern village with stunning coastal vista's and attractive beaches.

Visit some of the shops and cafes in the area such as Weaver Green at Heron Orchards, opened by the now Queen Consort, who create new and exciting items from recycled plastic such as cushions and rugs for sale, with a lovely Cafe for coffee and light lunches and also the home of Heron Valley Cider, grown in the surrounding Orchard they create a selection of cooking essentials like apple cider vinegar, juices and more.

The Chilli Farm sits at the top of the lane which grows over 100 species of the fruit with the local produce on sale in the onsite farm shop and cafe.

Run through to Avon Mill Garden Centre with its own cafe, art gallery and deli, It is a perfect way to spend an afternoon.

Travel to Kingsbridge where you’ll find an array of pubs, shops and restaurants, ideal for stocking up on the essentials or sampling some hearty fare when you don’t feel like cooking; history buffs may also appreciate an hour or two touring the Kingsbridge Cookworthy Museum which offers an abundance of local heritage.

Further afield, travel by car towards the Dartmoor National Park, prepared to get up close and personal with a variety of wildlife at Dartmoor Zoo, explore the Dartmoor Prison Museum or immerse yourself in nature at Buckfast Butterfly Farm and Dartmoor Otter Sanctuary.

Crannacombe Farmhouse is the ideal base to begin your Devon adventure

Please note: This property may not be suitable for persons with limited mobility.
Please be mindful of neighbours as this property is in a very quiet, peaceful valley. No stag or hen parties or similar.
The property can only accept week long stays during the peak season.
Please Note: This property is unable to accommodate a Sunday changeover.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

LODDISWELL

Kingsbridge 3 miles; Salcombe 9 miles; Totnes 12 miles.

The village of Loddiswell lies at the heart of the South Hams, deep in rich farmlands, amidst unspoilt rolling countryside, and is within easy reach of the beautiful coastline, beaches and estuaries of the South Hams. Loddiswell is a popular village with a thriving community located within easy reach of the A38 Devon Expressway and just over 3 miles from the market town of Kingsbridge. The village has a range of local shops, village inns and a restored former mill on the river Avon which now houses a fabulous garden centre, restaurant and deli. The South Hams is an ideal holiday destination for those seeking pursuits on or by the sea including surfing, canoeing, sailing, swimming and walking the coastal path. Whether it’s peace and quiet, water sports or family fun that you’re after, the South Hams offers a choice of different sorts of beaches including Bantham, Hope Cove, Mothecombe and Milton Sands. Loddiswell is the ideal location from which to explore the beaches of your choice.

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“We really enjoyed our stay at Crannacombe Farmhouse, a lovely old building with lots of quirks.”

“A beautiful location, but quite a drive to the coast.”

“This was a lovely house for my annual holiday with my 2 sons and their families, nine of us.”

“We just spent a week at Crannacombe farmhouse and we think the last reviewer was really harsh.”

“The property does have potential, unfortunately the cleanliness of the property was not 100% !”

“Thank you for a great week, everyone loved the house and the beautiful location.”

“From start to finish the whole stay at Crannacombe Farm was lovely the accommodation was first class as was our host I would recommend the farm to anyone.”