TESTIMONIALSWe returned home yesterday after 3 nights in Chinkwell Tor. We just wanted to let you know that we had a fantastic time and found Holwell estate to be so totally relaxing and enjoyable. The cottage was wonderful and brilliantly equipped. Thank you very much for a brilliant break. We would definitely love to return again in the future. Emma Johnson, May 2010"We have just returned from a short break at Holwell. It really is a very beautiful special place and we had a wonderful time. Lots of nice touches such as the excellent beds and spacious bedrooms. Our toddler was besotted by the dogs and piglets on the farm and the nearby tor with stream was spellbinding. We are already looking forward to visiting again. " Victoria Whitbread & family, April 2010 "We have recently returned home from a really enjoyable week at Holwell. The party comprised of 2 adults, a baby (15 months) and 2 dogs and the property perfectly dealt with all our needs. Everything was as stated on the website we were also provided with a high chair, unfortunately another party had use of the travel cot. Even though the owners were away the week we went we were very well looked after by Peter who works on the farm and was sitting in for the owners. Not only did he answer all our queries on walks around the farm with the dogs but provided tours of the farm & especially the pig pens with all the piglets. We would certainly recommend this friends as a good place to explore Dartmoor and the surrounding area. " Tom Gormley & family, April 2010 "Fantastic setting, superb barn conversions, completley idyllic, very friendly - definitely going back !" Mike Pendry, April 2010"We first visited Holwell in November 2008, and have since been back twice and currently planning another week, so that must say it all. The place is a real getaway and the perfect holiday for humans and their four legged friends. A 40 minute walk has you in the lovely village of Widecombe with its two pubs and cafe so there is no need to cook every day and every excuse to have that extra pudding to fuel the walk home up Bone Hill." Heather Rattray, March 2010 "This has been our second visit to Holwell Farm. On both occasions we have gone as a group and stayed in the larger of the cottages. We choose to spend our time around the cottage taking advantage of the 5 star comforts. Each time we visited in winter and have found the cottage warm and cosy and the woodburner and cooking range give it a lovely farmhouse ambience. "We have visited Holwell twice in the last 12 months and will certainly be returning later this year. The cottages are very well appointed offering high levels of comfort and a home from home environment with outstanding customer service. The walk to Widecombe on the moor is a gentle 30 minute downhill, I would suggest a hearty lunch in one of the lovely village pubs to raise energy levels for the slightly more arduous journey home. " Simon Walker, March 2010 The on-site butchery is a added bonus, offering high quality meats from local sources the majority of which are raised on Holwell.""The cottage was truly 5 star luxury and had all mod cons in a wonderful setting. As confirmed hotel stayers for the last few years after some very disappointing stays in self catering this was a blissful escape in a clean well maintained property well deserving of its 5 stars. Our dog had a great time and so did we...far away from the stress and strains of everyday life yet with all the amenities you could wish for close by in Widecombe and Ashburton. we will certainly be back and have already been telling all our friends and colleagues to visit as soon as they can." Mrs Hargreaves, March 2010 "My husband and I love nothing more than a break in this country in a beautiful cottage. We have holidayed at many properties in the uk this is by far the most exceptional property we have ever stayed. The enitre experience is quite outstanding. The owners who you deal with direct are so helpful and welcoming, The property is incredible we have already returned and will be again. I appreciate you may read this as i have many times and wonder how good can this property actually be. I can assure you i am a very hard person to please and to be quite honest i could have easily stayed.The attention to detail is exceptinal very high quality, it was beautifully clean, linen and towels beautiful quality. The living space and views from every window, im leaving for you to experience when you arrive, the breath taking moment when you walk in is like nothing else. This has been done reluctantly as i dont really want to share it with anyone as my husband, myself and family will be returning for a long time to come." David Grady, March 2010 "We first met the owners of Holwell Farm Cottages when we stayed at their previous prestigious hotel on Dartmoor and returned on more than one occasion. When we heard that they were to start a new venture of "5 star" holiday cottages we sensed it would be good and took our daughter, son-in-law and two small grandchildren there shortly after they opened. We were not disappointed as there was something for everyone to do and the children loved the working farm. We enjoyed it so much that my wife and I returned at the end of 2009 and again in early 2010. This was for a most enjoyable relaxing week. There is no need to go out if you don't want to as there is a "welcome pack" but there are also a number of good pubs and restaurants within easy driving distance. The Rock Inn at Haytor Vale being one of the best and nearest. Ashburton is a fine small town relatively close by. The best testimonial we can give is that we have been to Holwell three times and will certainly hope to go again. We would have no hesitation in recommending these cottages to our friends." Jean and Tony Barron, Feb 2010 Just to say thank you, we have had the most wonderful stay. The cottage is beautiful and the attention to detail is second to none. To really get away from everything in such lovely surroundings has made this an amazing break for us. It definitely won't be the last time you see us !! “We had a lovely family time at Holwell Farm. The setting is spectacular and Philippa, Sebastian and Henry were welcoming and accommodating. The kids were overjoyed at feeding the animals and being on the farm in general. The prepared foods were excellent and we took home a leg of lamb which was so tender and delicious I am certain we will order more. I wondered whether getting to know the animals would turn the children into vegetarians, and I think it has made them think more carefully about only eating meat from happy animals that have been well looked after….” Alan Lewis & Family, October 2009 Just a short note to say that we had a fantastic relaxing stay at Chinkwell and we will be certainly booking again in the future.
We have recently returned from our fifth (yes, that's right!!) visit to Holwell and have had another fabulous break. As always, we were made to feel so welcome, it always feels like a real home from home.
Had a fantastic week for the second time at Holwell. Amazing location on a lovely working farm. The scenery from the lawn is spectacular. The owners were really friendly and were a great source of local knowledge-thanks sebastion for the info about Deeper Marsh! Picnic spots unrivalled and the children had an amazing time. Thank you so much for such a wonderful weekend. The cottage was fabulous. Ellie Price, Saddle Tor, June 09
We have now had the wonderful opportunity to have stayerd twice at Holwell. When I say we I should add this includes myself, my husband, 4 children, 2 grandparents, 4 horses and 5 dogs> . We are all treated to the warmest of welcomes, the ultimate in home comforts and surroundings that take your breath away. As the years pass I know we will have fond, lasting memories of our Holwell days, watching the children removed from televisions and play stations and utilising the wonderful environment, playing hide and seek, climbing trees and wading through rivers. Dr R and Mrs E John. Modbury, Devon (May 2009)
Just a quick note to thank you for a great stay on the farm. We had a lovely break (even with the wet weather) and the children loved see all the animal and collecting eggs. We thought that Holwell was a lovely place for holiday and we hope to visit you again in the future, if you’ll have us ! Kind Regards Ed & Judith Elliston, Holwell Barton, July 2008
Many thanks for a beautifully clean cottage, very much appreciated. The Steven Family, HayTor April 08
Just to say thank you for accommodating us at Saddle Tor cottage for our son Tom's christening.
Just to say how much we enjoyed our short stay this feb 27th-2nd march. The cottage was fab and very comfortable. The dogs [all four!!] very much enjoyed their stay. George the Falconer gave us a brilliant half day with his fathered friends, we all enjoyed this emensley evan though a bit cold!! We are hoping to return very soon.Karen Darke, Chinkwell Tor, Feb 08
A fantastic holiday whatever the weather; and we've had all sorts this July! The cottage is extremely comfortable and has all we need. Perfect location and beautiful surroundings. We enjoyed lunch at the hotel, the children were well looked after. Holwell provides everything we need; comfortable, well equipped accommodation, peaceful and tranquil setting and good walks for us and our pet Kalom; thank you!
We think you have done a fantastic job and seem to have thought of just about everything that might be needed. 10/10 for attention to detail that really makes a holiday.
the parents with the quality of a 5 Star hotel and the whole family the joy of living the country life that you will never get in a city of a Spanish beach! It was cold and wet when we went but was still one of the most relaxing and fantastic holidays we have ever had as a family.
week at Holwell and can't wait to come back; neither can Hal our dog.
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