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Ash Lodge - The Retreat

South Molton (4mls SE), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Enclosed garden / patio
Hot tub
Internet access
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Cosy lodge within easy distance of golden beaches and Exmoor National Park
  • The perfect family retreat with hot tub for those relaxing evenings under the stars
  • Relax by the flame-effect electric fire and admire the rolling countryside views
Property code: 82260

Found in an unspoiled woodland area of Devon just south of the charming historic market town of South Molton, this beautiful lodge is ideally placed for those looking for a rural escape with family and those with dogs. It is conveniently located to explore the dramatic coastline and some of North Devon’s finest beaches, including Westward Ho!, Saunton, Woolacombe, Instow and Croyde for surfers and swimmers alike. Or if you are a walker or cyclist, the Tarka Trail, Exmoor National Park and nearby routes through the surrounding countryside make a perfect adventure in any season. Other attractions in the area include Quince Honey Farm with its all-weather indoor play area, RHS Rosemoor Gardens, National Trust properties and gardens, Dartington Crystal, golf courses and an array of lovely villages with quiet pubs.

Step inside this wonderful lodge and you will be greeted with a cream tea after your journey. Through the door you will find yourself in a hall which is a perfect place to hang coats and store muddy boots after a countryside walk. From here head into the spacious open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. This light and airy room has a contemporary feel with its beautiful styling and boasts a flame-effect electric fire, Smart TV, comfortable sofas for all guests and a dining table seating four. Patio doors open from the lounge area, perfect for the warmer months and extending the living space out on to the decked terrace area. The well-appointed kitchen is perfectly equipped with everything you need on your break away, there is an electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer and dishwasher. Moving through the lodge you will find two wonderful bedrooms, the first being a double room complete with an en-suite shower and WC. The second is a cosy twin bedroom, and both have a TV for those lazy mornings in bed. The main bathroom features a shower over the bath and a WC.

Moving outside, the enclosed decked terrace area makes a great spot to relax after a day of exploring the North Devon attractions. Here you will find a table and chairs to enjoy some al fresco dining with far-reaching views, and for those looking to really relax, there is also a sunken hot tub to enjoy a luxurious evening under the stars. Allocated parking for one car is also provided just outside the lodge. There is also extra parking in the on-site parking area on the other side of the road, so a second car could be parked there.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC, and 1 en-suite shower room and WC
  • Electric oven and gas hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washer/dryer and dishwasher
  • Smart TV in the lounge and TV in the bedrooms
  • Cream tea upon arrival
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Enclosed decked terrace with sunken hot tub
  • Disposable BBQ stand
  • Beach 25 miles, shops and pubs 5 miles
  • 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.

Helen Gardner

This property is personally managed by Helen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 34 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Mark 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Nicki 9th September 2024

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A lovely dog friendly cottage in a stunning location. The local supermarket was only a short drive away. Ideal to get away from the busyness of life and relax. Lots of places to visit.

Reviewed by Clare 10th August 2024

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A relaxing spot in Devon; a perfect place for recuperation for our whole family - especially the hot tub!

Reviewed by Jacob 21st June 2024

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Reviewed by Brian 7th June 2024

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Got to the property and we had a long drive and there was milk scones butter bread that was a lovely surprise, place is lovely and peaceful and grounds are keep lovely. The lodge is nice but decking is tired looking , had a problem with towels but the lady was lovely and brought the rest the following evening and told us lots of lovely places to goRead more so Thankyou ! Hide

Reviewed by Sean 20th May 2024

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Lovely property in a quiet rural location and good base for sightseeing around the area. Would definitely recommend for a quiet break.

Reviewed by Lorna 29th April 2024

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An absolutely stunning location, so quiet and peaceful, perfect for the de-stress that I needed. Lovely to see and hear the birds and to see several deer grazing in the field opposite. The lodge was lovely and comfortable with everything needed plus plenty of extras, the cream tea using local ingredients. The staff were friendly and helpful. Hot tuRead moreb was lovely and warm and stayed warm. Hide

Reviewed by Nicole 7th April 2024

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Perfect stay! Is so quiet and peaceful but easy reach of tourist areas. Lodge is huge and best stocked for kitchen equipment we've ever used. Extra touches (won't mention here as are a nice surprise on arrival) to make you welcome and comfortable were a lovely added bonus. Would like to return in warmer weather to enjoy balcony more and not just hoRead moret tub Hide

Reviewed by Sandie 22nd March 2024

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Lovely setting, nice interior. Only concerns hit tub was not cleaned in the four days of our stay. Film on the top of the water. When left for day trip we came back to the television's in bedrooms and lounge were on. Bedding could of been fresher too. Such a shame as local Lovely

Reviewed by Mindaugas 15th March 2024

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Reviewed by Gemma 23rd February 2024

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A lovely lodge with friendly staff the hot tub is checked every day and we were given cake, bread butter and milk on arrival. The lodge is in a beautiful area, but be aware it is in the middle of nowhere (which we loved).

Reviewed by Pedro 16th February 2024

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Reviewed by Paul 9th February 2024

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Reviewed by Joanne 26th January 2024

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Gorgeous lodge, amazing views, quiet, well equipped and great location. WiFi can be hit & miss as stated in the description. We didnt really need it other than looking for somewhere to eat so it didnt bother us. Hot tub was a lovely way to relax after a day of hiking. The welcome pack of milk, bread, butter, tea & coffee was just the ticket after aRead more long day driving and the cream tea was a welcome treat also. Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 19th January 2024

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Thank you for a great stay The time we had was great we loved the little treats we will be returning as the location for us was great & the views were spectacular thanks again

Reviewed by Margaret 5th January 2024

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Facilities were excellent. The manager on site even defrosted our car for us before we left for home.would recommend this site to anyone who wants a totally relaxing time.

Reviewed by David 8th November 2023

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We enjoyed our stay. Its nice and quiet facilities were excellent. The bed was nice and comfortable

Reviewed by Phill 24th October 2023

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We had a great time. The lodge is very clean and well equipped. We lived the cream tea and starter pack, it really makes a difference on arrival. Hot tub was brilliant and kept very clean. Wed highly recommend and will come back again. Thank you

Reviewed by Janette 6th October 2023

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Reviewed by Jacey 22nd September 2023

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Reviewed by Helen 15th September 2023

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Spotless. Very well equipped

Reviewed by Anna 28th July 2023

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An amazing place to stay, relax and explore. The whole lodge was spotless and had everything we needed whilst we were there; the hosts were extremely helpful and the location had gorgeous views. We didnt feel overlooked whilst on the decking/in the hot tub even with other lodges close by, the whole site was lovely and we would definitely recommend Read moreto friends/family. We visited the bakery and local beach recommended by Zoe, which were both hits with our family so thank you! Hide

Reviewed by Stephen 21st July 2023

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Reviewed by Joanne 6th July 2023

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Reviewed by Vishal 14th April 2023

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This place its so beautiful. lodge its really nice and clean lady who look after this lodge shes very nice and helpful what you need for stay. sunset view its so nice with peacock voice and others birds. This place its really quiet and peaceful. One thing Double bedroom mattress need to inspect, slightly uncomfortable. Overall well in condition.

Reviewed by Caitlin 7th April 2023

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Beautiful place to stay with beautiful views. Will definitely be coming back very soon.

Reviewed by Aron 22nd February 2023

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Amazing!! I just want to say thank you my family really enjoyed ur beautiful lodge. Nothing was to much trouble and the little things like slippers towels welcome pack was just wow! We will be looking to book again! Amazing place my dog felt right at home aswell she also didn't wanna leave! Vicky xx

Reviewed by Phil 10th February 2023

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Beautiful location. Private great for a quiet family break. New puppy loved the place but not as much as the grandson. Already asked when were going back.

Reviewed by Sarah 24th November 2022

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A very lovely lodge. Extremely clean and well kept. Very well equipped and child friendly too, with things like plastic cups and plates being provided. The beds were comfortable - in all it was very warm and welcoming. We only stayed for a long weekend, but you could happily spend much longer there. The hot tub was very clean and a great temperaturRead moree. Wifi signal for TV was a bit ropey, but being in the middle of nowhere it was actually better than expected! Hide

Reviewed by Jayeson 18th November 2022

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Brilliant place to stay highly recommend would definitely make a return visit

Reviewed by Ricky 11th November 2022

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Second time of staying at this lodge but to be honest a bit disappointed this time. Mainly due to cleanliness. The location of the lodge is wonderful and the hot tub we couldnt fault. Was checked twice a day without fail and they even cleaned up the leaves during the week. The lodge itself is just looking a bit tired, nothing a lick of paint wouldnRead moret cure. Hide

Reviewed by Eileen 28th October 2022

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Ash Lodge was brilliant. The location is quiet. Great for walking especially with the dog. We had everything we needed in the lodge. A welcome box with sachets of coffee, drinking chocolate tea bags, milk, sugar and sachets of squash, along with the cream teas was very much appreciated after a long journey The cleaning pack is a great idea. Soap shRead moreower gel and shampoo in the bathrooms. A relaxing no stress break. We loved it. The dog loved the long walks.. Highly recommend. Hide

Reviewed by vince 21st October 2022

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Reviewed by Hayley 30th September 2022

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I had a wonderful stay in this lodge - very quiet and discreet. I also found the location really lovely as you are just off a main road, I find some of the Devon roads really narrow and quite hairy to drive along. My old dog had a wonderful time also, lovely and secure, he spent plenty of hours 'patrolling' the lodge around the decking.

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