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Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside

Family-friendly stay with in-room kitchens in Launceston

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Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2456 sq ft

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Dryer
  • Pet friendly
  • Free WiFi
  • Air conditioning

Explore the area

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St Giles on the Heath, England
  • Place, Roadford Reservoir
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Place, Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre
    ‪10 min drive‬
  • Place, Launceston Castle
    ‪16 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Launceston

In Launceston .Within 3 miles (5 km) of this Launceston cottage, you'll find Roadford Reservoir and Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre. Also within 9 miles (15 km) are Launceston Golf Club and Kelly House.
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What's nearby

  • Roadford Reservoir - 9 min drive - 3.4 miles
  • Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre - 10 min drive - 3.9 miles
  • Launceston Golf Club - 16 min drive - 7.0 miles
  • Launceston Castle - 16 min drive - 6.7 miles
  • Dartmoor National Park - 21 min drive - 14.9 miles

Getting around

  • Okehampton Station - 21 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Newmarket inn - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Costa Coffee - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪Clovelly Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Arundell Arms Hotel and Restaurant - ‬10 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside

Nestled in the heart of West Devon, Higher Kellacott Cottage has been designed exclusively for couples seeking a peaceful escape to the country.

This charming one bedroom cottage is situated on a smallholding in a peaceful rural Devon hamlet and is the perfect base for couples to enjoy an extended holiday, birthday or anniversary celebration or short break.
Set in beautiful countryside, with panoramic views to Dartmoor and beyond, the Cottage is just 2 miles from the A30, giving guests excellent access to major tourist destinations and popular Cornish beaches. The Dartmoor National Park is just 20 minutes drive, offering many beautiful walks.

Despite its rural location, there are many pubs and restaurants in the vicinity, with ample local amenities nearby for groceries; the award winning Strawberry Fields Farm Shop is just a few miles away. Guests can also arrange for online grocery delivery, freeing up time for rest and relaxation.

Providing everything you need for your stay, the Cottage has been thoughtfully furnished to create a welcoming home from home, where you can relax and unwind in total peace and quiet after a busy day out exploring. The kitchen leads to a separate sitting room featuring an electric feature fire. This light, airy and sunny room is the perfect space for you relax, with a comfy sofa and armchair creating a pleasant seating area, perfect for an evening in front of the fire, watching your favourite movie. A comfortable dining area is situated in a sunny alcove, which is ideally positioned to enjoy views over the garden through the French windows, which lead to the patio. This is perfect for relaxing in the sun and al fresco dining or an evening barbecue.

The bedroom has been thoughtfully designed to create a warm and comfortable space, featuring a beautiful wooden super king-size bed with luxurious memory foam mattress, which will help ensure you get a great night’s sleep. The bedroom has wonderful far reaching views towards Dartmoor, providing a great place to watch the sunrise. Enjoy a relaxing shower or bath in our beautifully presented, well-equipped bathroom.

The Cottage can accommodate one well behaved small to medium dog and guests are welcome to use our fully fenced field as an exercise area, where they can be let off the lead. Being near to Dartmoor, Roadford Lake and many Cornish beaches, there'll always be plenty of walks to choose from.

The Cottage and outside spaces are in full sun throughout the day and are a great place to relax and unwind after a day exploring on the moors or coastal paths. The surroundings of the cottage are a wonderful feature, with sheep grazing in the fields opposite and a private garden to enjoy.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Electric car charging station on site
  • Car required
  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Blender
  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Ice maker
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Paper towels
  • Refrigerator
  • Spices
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • Bedroom
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathrobes
  • Bathtub
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV
  • Stereo
  • Video library

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Work spaces

  • Desk

Comfort

  • Air conditioning
  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 22 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • No elevator
  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a health/beauty spa
  • Near a hospital

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Bicycles
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Motor boating nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Sailing nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby
  • Winery tours nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Bicycles
  • Electric car charging station
  • Garden
  • Property does not allow children
  • Unit size: 456 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 3:00 PM

Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Rules

All waste and recycling procedures must be strictly adherred to.

Pets

  • Pets are welcome
  • Only dogs are allowed
  • Maximum 1 (weight limit: 22 lbs per pet)
  • Service animals are exempt from fees
  • Note from host: 1 house trained dog, not allowed on furniture.

Children and extra beds

  • This property does not allow children.

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
Charges for extra guests may apply and vary according to property policy.
A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges and government-issued photo identification may be required upon check-in.
Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in. Special requests can't be guaranteed and may incur additional charges.
    This property is managed by a private host, not a professional engaged in trade or business. This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children. If you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room. Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited. For guests' safety, the property includes a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, a smoke detector, and a first aid kit in each accommodation.

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Frequently asked questions

Does Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside have an airport shuttle?

Airport shuttle services are not available at this cottage.

Does Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside offer free breakfast?

This cottage does not offer free breakfast.

Is there a casino at Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside?

No, there is no casino at this cottage.

What time is check-in at Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

Is there free parking at Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside?

Free parking is not available at this cottage.

Does Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside have a pool?

This cottage does not have a pool.

Does Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside have a spa?

There are no spa services available at this cottage.

How close is Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside to downtown Launceston?

This cottage is 0.9 mi away from Broadwoodwidger.

Couple's Retreat in beautiful West Devon Countryside Reviews

Reviews

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Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 30 out of 30 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 30 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 30 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Fiona D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stay at Higher Kellacott Cottage

Absolutely loved our 9 day stay in the cottage, it was very comfortable and clean, Georgina and David were lovely hosts, very welcoming and accommodating, nothing was too much trouble, everything you could think of was provided even a table tennis table to play.
Stayed 9 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Sally H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Birthday break

What a beautiful place. Absolutely loved the cottage and surroundings it was all a person could need and more. Personal parking space a few metres from the building was an enormous bonus. The weather was fabulous and enjoyed an afternoon or few in the garden. Easy access to all around the local area and seaside. Georgina and David have thought of every possible gadget, appliance, home comfort and any required item when away from home. Everywhere was spotlessly clean, inviting, everything worked as it should and nothing was missed out .Even got to play table tennis. The honey was fabulous and bought some to bring home to family.Thank you both for your expert knowledge, friendliness, welcoming kindness and thoughtfulness to detail.Can't wait to return soon.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Simon V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic Breakaway

The Cottage was beautiful. Gerogina & David were extremely welcoming & accommodating & definately went the extra mile by providing my partner a birthday card. They provided such great recommendations including Strawberry Fields & Alder Vineyard. I would definately recommend to anyone who is after a nice and peaceful escape away.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2025

10/10 Excellent

Michelle C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Amazing

Best sleep ever, amazing cottage. Cosy with everything you need. The best cottage we have stayed in for 2. Owners were lovely and have worked hard to make these cottages amazing. Hope for a return next year. .
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Charles S., Northampton, MA 01060 USA

Liked: Cleanliness

wonderful stay at Higher Kellacott

We thoroughly enjoyed our four night stay at the cottage at Higher Kellacott. Our time there was a highlight of our trip to England. The location was gorgeous. Georgina and David were warm and friendly - the perfect hosts. We were lucky to arrive during lambing season and had the opportunity to hold one of the lambs and meet her family! The cottage was sparkling clean with every convenience. Georgina offers, for a fee, her homemade food and we happily partook of her croissants and vegetarian cottage pie. Georgina and David gave us wonderful advice about Dartmoor and we explored the moor and the Cornwall coast. We would love to go back to Higher Kellacott.
Stayed 5 nights in May 2024

10/10 Excellent

Deirdre D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Dartmoor holiday

We really enjoyed our weeklong stay with Georgina and David . It’s a beautifully furnished cottage in a country setting with a field for a dog to play in. The host were welcoming and companionable but not intrusive. They told us about nice places to visit for wild swimming and the honey and food they sell is excellent. We had a great time exploring Dartmoor and we would love to come back there
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Ray S.

Liked: Cleanliness

Rest and Recuperation

Excellent, every need catered for. Hosts were lovely and very helpful.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Jim

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful with a helpful host.

The cottage was in a peaceful location with lovely views and the host was excellent and on hand for any queries that I had.
Stayed 21 nights in Jun 2023

10/10 Excellent

Richard V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cottage gem

The cottage is outstanding, the photos really do not do the property or location justice, sat in a small hamlet surrounded by fields and wonderfully peaceful. We had a lovely relaxing stay and would highly recommend staying. Georgina and David were excellent hosts.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2023

10/10 Excellent

Maywynne C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Home away from home

We thoroughly enjoyed our 12 night stay at Upper Kelkacott. Georgina and David are talented hosts who make their own honey, smoke their own bacon, make sausages, raise eggs and prepare ready to heat up meals. Everything was delicious. Such splendid hospitality. We appreciated the suggestions for things to do and see. We loved the cottage, the grounds and it’s proximity to the spectacular walks in Dartmoor. The little lambs had grown so much during our stay. The animals were a delight to watch.
Stayed 12 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Gemma B.

Liked: Cleanliness

A lovely holiday

Georgina and David are very friendly and welcoming hosts. We had a wonderful week staying in Kellacott. We enjoyed chatting to Georgina and David about their home produce, bee keeping and honey. The home produce is very tasty. Particularly the bacon, smoked salmon and honey. We enjoyed a circular walk around Kellacott, heading towards Broadwood. Strawberry fields farm shop is a great place to stop for everything you could possibly need. They also have a rapid charging point for electric vehicles. We did various walks and sightseeing. A great place to stay as a base for Cornwall, Devon and Dartmoor.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2022

10/10 Excellent

Vanessa L.

Liked: Cleanliness

The destination justifies the journey!

Very well presented accommodation with beautiful furnishings and a massive bed! Equipped with all amenities required (and more!) for a short stay. The location, whilst challenging on the narrow access road, is fully worth it once you are there. David and Georgina were the most accommodating hosts, nothing being too much trouble at all, throughout our stay. Highly recommended and we plan to make a return visit.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jan G.

Liked: Cleanliness

Stayed August 2021

We loved our stay in this property, it was immaculate. It’s a great base to go off and explore other towns and beaches. Highly recommend a stay here if you’re after a quiet location.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

joanne B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Had a brilliant time

Stunning place would recommend
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

CAROLYN M.

Liked: Cleanliness

Wonerful!

Without a doubt, the best holiday accommodation we have ever stayed in. Georgina and David have thought of everything you might need on your holiday and provided it! This is a first class cottage that we would recommend to everyone wishing to stay in this beautiful part of Devon. We enjoyed using all of the outside space surrounding the cottage, the stunning countryside and the sheer tranquillity of the setting. We will definitely stay here again.
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2021

10/10 Excellent

Joan V.

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely wee cottage

Loved our visit to this wee cottage. Cottage was as lovely as the pictures, with beautiful views. Hosts, Georgina and David were great too, loved hearing about the bees they have. meeting the sheep, geese, baby goslings, Misty the dog and the best ever cat Casper, very vocal and friendly. Would defo recommend this place and would go back again - we throughly enjoyed our week here at this remote cottage.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Jessie B.

Liked: Cleanliness

Perfect setting - a beautiful getaway

Property was beautiful so much attention to detail very well maintained Georgina & David were very welcoming & helpful - the option to have fresh produce was an extra bonus especially the gluten free choices. A stunning place even in the bad weather for meditation & relaxation.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pippa O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cosy farm cottage with lovely gardens

Higher Kellacott is a perfect hideaway if you want to get away from it all, very cosy with every comfort you could wish for. The gardens are a lovely place to relax and watch the sunset over the beautiful views of Dartmoor. Perfect location for exploring the moors as well as both north/south Devon and Cornwall.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

David C.

Liked: Cleanliness

Luxury Accommodation

All the things you would require for 5 star self catering B&B are here. Quiet location with views of Dartmoor. Superb king size bed, quality bathroom with great hot shower and bath. The kitchen is of a high standard with many basic ingredients already there. Proper coffee maker etc. Everything is geared for you to have a warm, comfortable, relaxing stay. Georgina is so welcoming and helpful and the food she supplied is top notch. Bread, croissants sausages etc. Worth every penny. You do need a car to enjoy you stay as walking from the cottage and the immediate vicinity is limited. Top marks though.
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2019

10/10 Excellent

Brian H.

Liked: Cleanliness

Peaceful and secluded

Wonderful property, spacious and has everything you could want for a peaceful and idyllic break!
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

helen s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fantastic space. Beautiful location, everything you could possibly need!

Great communication with the host. Good directions and so easy to find. The cottage is very well appointed, plenty of space with a luxurious feel. It was very comfortable. We enjoyed the outdoor space, loungers, garden, patio and bbq. The views of Dartmoor were lovely and we had clear nights and an almost full moon and with the stars out, it was amazing. We particularly enjoyed the home made produce of bread, bacon & sausages which were all very tasty. The location is stunning and it is extremely peaceful. I would highly recommend and definitely will be back!
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2019

10/10 Excellent

John H.

Liked: Cleanliness

The perfect relaxing location

It can be so difficult to find the perfect place to stay but this was it - everything about the cottage, location and hosts was absolutely right. The cottage was spotlessly clean (I pity any hopeful spiders, because they didn't stand a chance), beautifully and tastefully decorated, equipped to a terrifically high standard (three different ways to make coffee and a milk frother!) and so, so comfortable. Views across Dartmoor in the morning were idyllic. The local produce - home-cured bacon, sausages and eggs, home-baked bread - was delicious, and we took some home at the end of the stay. The cottage is perfectly located for central Devon and into Cornwall, walks on West Dartmoor or the north coast. East Dartmoor was a little further away - we visited Dartington Hall for a beautiful walk along the river Dart, seeing no fewer than three kingfishers, although this was about an hour and a quarter's drive so not quite so accessible. We would highly recommend the walk around Meldon reservoir and up to Black Tor (a bit boggy part way around), the Granite Way cycle track from Okehampton over to Lydford (tea at the National Trust site at Lydford Gorge), and the Tarka Trail (walking or cycling) from Okehampton up to Instow and onwards. For local towns, Launceston and particularly Tavistock are very pleasant. Georgina was the perfect host, showing us around the property on arrival (so often with places you are just left a keycode to a lockbox for entry, but not here, we were given a proper tour of the cottage), From then on we were left to ourselves, but Georgina was always available to answer any queries - not that there were any. Overall I can confidently say that this is one of the best cottages that we have ever stayed in, and I am sure that we will be returning. Thank you, Georgina, for making our stay so pleasant.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Katie P.

Liked: Cleanliness

A perfect country retreat

We have just returned from a 4 night stay at Higher Kellacott cottage and thoroughly enjoyed it. The cottage itself is beautifully decorated and really felt like a home from home. Little touches like fresh flowers really added to the experience. The super king size bed was a dream to sleep in and the cottage had all the necessary home comforts and more. We took advantage of the locally produced bacon, eggs and honey during our stay which were all delicious. The location is remote but as long as you have a car the nearby towns are within easy reach. Georgina was a fantastic host, warm, accommodating and helpful. We would definitely stay here again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2019

10/10 Excellent

Val W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Exceptional modern cottage

Higher Keller Cottage is well above the average cottage and we could not fault anything. Georgina has not only provided all of the home comforts but has gone the extra mile to ensure that we had a wonderful week away. Would certainly recommend that guests take advantage of the home produced products as these were also of high quality. Good knowledge of the local area and well worth visiting some of the local pubs, restaurants and places as the cottages provides good access to both Devon and Cornwall.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2019

10/10 Excellent

Annabell B.

Another amazing stay

This is are second visit to the cottage within a month. It's perfect I couldn't fault this cottage. The standard of furnishings and quality is extremely good. We will most definitely be coming back soon. Georgia and her husband and perfect host. There is nothing you could change to make us feel more welcome. Perfect host, perfect cottage.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2019