Little Linhay
37301 mile W of Ashburton / Sleeps 4 + 2 cots*
7 Nights from £764
Mrs Scott September 2023
Excellent base to explore Dartmoor and a beautifully well kept cottage to relax in.
Ms Padbury June 2023
Loved the clever contemporary conversion of an old building. Excellent location for exploring SE Dartmoor.
Mr Douglas April 2023
The cottage is a nicely decorated property in a beautiful part of the world with lovely views. Dog owners should be aware that there is limited access to the garden and should be confident that their dog can navigate a stone spiral staircase. Comfort and cleaniness is generally satisfactory.
Mr Wood October 2022
We loved our stay in the cottage, it was perfect location to be quiet and enjoy the views. Easy walk into town for main facilities. easy access to Dartmoor and great local walks. Our teenagers enjoyed a trip to Exeter shopping (30 minute drive). Our dog loved the enclosed garden!
Mrs Lines September 2022
Lovely property in beautiful setting. Very comfortable & ideal for a couple seeking peace & quiet yet close to many great places to visit. Dog happily ran up and down the spiral staircase.
Mr Mehl August 2022
Tolles Cottage, aber sehr schmerzhaft durchgelegene Matratzen, die einem das Schlafen verleiden und die Urlaubserholung stark einschränken. Nur bedingt hundefreundlich, weil unser Retriever hat sich nicht getraut hat, die sehr schmale, offene und für ihn rutschige Wendeltreppe in den Garten runter zu laufen.
MRS MCKEITH June 2022
Beautiful character property. We stayed as a couple with our sausage dog. The cottage is in beautiful quiet surroundings down a narrow lane just outside of Ashburton. We only came across one car all week on the lane so is nothing to worry about. It is in a great location to visit places like Totnes, Torquay Dartmouth and Salcombe and obviously dartmoor.
The cottage has every possible thing you could need during your stay. We used the washing machine simply to save a sweatshirt from ruin and also used the large freezer. We loved that the cottage was quirky and had a very homely feel.
If I had to give caution on anything it would be for the safety of very small children and dogs of any size on the spiral staircase. My dog was scared of them and wouldn't go up or down! This was fine as I then knew I would not have to worry about her falling on them and could just carry her. They are quite steep stairs and obviously very hard but bring a unique look to the property which we loved.
The owner was lovely and on hand if you needed anything. I would definitely recommend staying at Little Linhay and will more than likely return.
Reply from Classic Cottages
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We're delighted you found the property to be in a peaceful location but not far from places to visit. Thanks for mentioning the spiral staircase; we agree they do bring a unique look and are a rather stunning feature of this converted hay barn. We really hope you had an enjoyable holiday in Devon and would love to welcome you back again in the future. Kelsey, Customer Support
Mrs Constable June 2022
This property is a real find. It is in a wonderful, peaceful and idyllic location and yet close to Ashburton and all that has to offer, minutes from the Devon expressway and with easy access to Dartmoor. It is full of character, with the feel of a French Gite. The views across to the fields and hills beyond the property are like looking into a painting! It is well equipped and stylishly decorated. We were two guests, but it could easily accommodate 4/a family. It has two beautiful en-suites. It is dog friendly and secure, but dog owners should be aware that there is a spiral staircase to access the garden. We were aware of this when booking, but as other guests have noted, on staying in the property, our Labrador could not negotiate these stairs despite much encouragement! This meant we had to carry her up and down to use the garden which will not be possible for all guests. Highly recommend this property.
Mr Croucher April 2022
Little Linhay was an oasis in paradise and an absolute pleasure to return to after a day exploring the moors and local villages. Tastefully decorated in muted pastels and taupes, luxurious towels and bedding and every convenience to suit modern life you could think of. We couldn’t recommend Little Linhay more highly and would love to return one day to repeat our wonderful experience.
Dr Wormald March 2022
Little Linhay was really beautiful — wonderfully furnished and configured, with a true haven and sun trap of a garden, and in a brilliant position for the Dart and for the delights of Ashburton. We were blessed with the weather but can imagine loving this place in any conditions at any time of year.
Mr Wong August 2021
Great, well maintained, cottage with a lovely enclosed garden. Ideal accommodation for my wife and I together with my daughter, her husband, our grandchild (under 2 years of age) and a small dog. Close to the town of Ashburton and the Moors. Wouldn’t hesitate to book the cottage again the next time we visit Devon.
Mrs Milner August 2021
We absolutely loved Little Linhay and it is undoubtedly one of the most comfortable and stylishly decorated holiday cottages we have ever stayed in. Such a characterful property, beautifully converted and furnished with a delightful garden and stunning views over the surrounding farmland. It is perfectly situated to explore Dartmoor and conveniently close to Ashburton with its fantastic food shops - two wonderful delis, a proper butchers and the incomparable Creamo's for insanely delicious and inventive ice cream (our children were obsessed!) We were also pleasantly surprised how quick it was to get to the beach though we did set off very early to beat the summer crowds on the one day we went to the beautiful Mothecombe (recommend the excellent cafe above the beach, The Schoolhouse - a real cut above). We had the perfect family holiday at Little Linhay and would highly recommend it.
Mr Blakey May 2021
This is the perfect place to explore both Dartmoor and the South Devon coast. The accommodation itself is just as per the photos... beautifully designed and decorated, clean as a new pin, and very well kitted out with the basics. We really liked that all the cleaning products were eco friendly.
The owners live next door in case of emergencies and the countryside around the cottage is stunning. It's just a 15 minute drive uphill to the moor proper, and just a few minutes to Ashburton, which is a lovely small town with great locally owned shops. Highly recommended.
Mr Stephenson April 2021
A truly relaxing break made possible by a fabulous cottage . The owners were on hand if we needed anything.
Mrs Manton April 2021
We very much enjoyed the peaceful location and beautiful views. The cottage was homely and comfortable, and we particularly enjoyed the really comfortable bed, and the shower. The owner was very friendly and helpful. Highly recommended!
Mrs Elson April 2021
Really lovely cottage with a stunning view in a great part of Dartmoor. Lovely food options locally and well positioned to explore Dartmoor and the coast. (Spiral stairs surprisingly tricky to get dog out to garden.)
Miss Weston October 2020
Beautiful place to stay, quiet, relaxed Close to lovely walks , places to eat and the coast. Special place.
Mrs Cooper September 2020
Lovely cottage lovely location highly recommend
Mrs Lima July 2020
Great cottage with lots of character. There is everything you need for a great holiday even if the weather isn’t great. Owners are very friendly and helpful. You will need a car as it is rural also I wouldn’t recommend it if you have mobility issues due to the spiral staircase. We are a family with two kids aged 9 and 14
Mrs Slade July 2020
Super location with a fabulous garden. Really nice sun loungers, better than our ones at home! Great views and lovely tranquil atmosphere. All mod cons and the children enjoyed Netflix. Have a care with your pet on the spiral staircase. Very helpful owners.
Miss Laszczak January 2020
Little Linhay Ashburton lovely little cottage . Beautiful view ,shabby chic interior. Comfortable bed ,nice log burner . Nice tray of tea ready for arrival . Warm and cosy . Fabulous for a couples break . Nice layout . Easy to find ,close to Ashburton / Buckfastligh . Lovely village great shops and eateries. The old library serves lovely lunches . Dog friendly . Lovely owners very helpful .
Mr Sayers November 2019
A great place to stay - Ashburton is a delightful little town with exceptional shops including an Artisan baker and a fish deli. A real sense of community is buzzing around the place when you pop down for your provisions!
Reply from Classic Cottages
Devon seems to have a weath of craftsmen and independent shops, we can highly recommend a visit to The Devon Guild of Craftsman at Bovey Tracy for a snapshot of what's on offer. Jill, Customer Support
Mrs Haig September 2019
Beautiful cottage with breathtaking views Great stay comfortable and cosy
Mrs Pilcher August 2019
The cottage felt like home, everything we needed to relax. A perfect holiday in a perfect location. Thank you
Mrs Fouracre June 2019
We always enjoy staying at Little Linhay. It is located in a beautiful spot, and is a comfortable and well appointed home to come back to after a day out and about on Dartmoor or at the coast.
Dr Stewart March 2019
Lovely welcoming little cottage in a great spot. Handy for the moor and surrounding towns/villages. Cosy in a wet week in March but would be lovely in the sunshine too.
Reply from Classic Cottages
It's great to hear that you enjoyed the cosiness of this lovely cottage - hopefully we can welcome you back for another wonderful holiday in the sunshine too. Kari, Customer Support
Mr Worswick September 2018
Lovely cottage in the Devon country side, lots of room and nice views. Internal staircase looks fabulous but a little precarious for the elderly and dogs accessing the garden.
Miss Matthews October 2017
Fantastic location. Beautiful house. We all had a lovely week here.
Mr Shelton October 2017
We had a fantastic week's stay at Little Linhay. The owners were very friendly and went out of their way to be helpful and accommodating. The cottage istelf is absolutely lovely and in a beautiful setting. We really felt at home and we'd definitely stay here again.
Mr Dunsford September 2017
This is a well furnished cosy cottage to chill out in , A great location with lovely views of the countryside. glass of wine good book , job done .
Ms Hand September 2017
Beautiful comfortable property, excellent beds, welcoming owners. Great wifi and TV,etc.
Mrs Laidlaw July 2017
Fantastic rustic cottage but with all mod cons and a fabulous place to retreat to for a quiet restful stay. Superb views of surrounding countryside.
Mrs Payne June 2017
Always been happy with Classic Cottages. A very efficient company
Mr Whitelock May 2017
We loved little linhay it was just perfect. If you want a tranquel and peaceful holiday this is the cottage for you. The owners have thought of everything you would need for your stay and more! It's a beautiful barn conversion set on three floors which makes it unique. Set in stunning scenery all around you it's Perfect to relax and unwind. Great location too!! Just wonderful! Thank you. Jane and Paul
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