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The Old Stables - Dolton

Dolton, near Winkleigh, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
No Dogs
5 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Romantic
Luxury
Internet access
Decorated for Christmas
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Complex
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At a glance

  • Meticulously presented property forming part of a historic Manor and offering all comforts in an authentic setting
  • Explore the 750 acres of shared grounds with the owner of the main house and see the Exmoor ponies 
  • Just a short walk from the delightful village of Dolton and further afield walkers can enjoy exploring both Dartmoor and Exmoor
Property code: OC-79341

Nestling in 750 acres of grounds and forming part of a historic Manor dating back to c.1050, this beautiful property provides a perfect base for couples wanting to explore the whole of Devon and beyond. A short distance to the village of Dolton, this is steeped in history and boasts a village shop and Post Office, local butcher and a choice of pub. Outdoor enthusiasts will be in their element with both Exmoor and Dartmoor easily reached by car, and the nearby Tarka Trail, a haven for walkers and cyclists. The coast is never far away and the golden sands of Westward Ho! and Saunton are well worth a visit. Other attractions in the area include the historic Cavalier town of Torrington, Dartington Crystal, RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Bideford, and from here you can enjoy day trips to Lundy Island on the MS Oldenburg, Tapeley Park, and numerous National Trust properties.

Step inside this stunning property and you will firstly find yourself in the generously proportioned kitchen which has been lovingly hand-crafted using oak from the estate. Perfectly appointed this includes a great range of appliances including an electric cooker and hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment and also a dishwasher, and nestling beside is a lovely intimate dining area with a fabulous feature stable door window. Also located on the ground floor is a WC with a washing machine. From here ascend the characterful staircase to discover the cosy lounge which is presented in a lovely warm and welcoming country style and boasts a Smart TV. Here you can relax in style after a day exploring and before retiring to the stunning bedroom which is the adjoining room and boasts a gorgeous wrought iron king-size bed and a walk-in wardrobe. Completing the offering inside the property is a spacious en-suite shower room with a large custom made glass and oak framed walk-in shower and WC.

Venturing outside, a lovely small lawn area is located at the front of the property and here a bistro table and chairs and a charcoal BBQ have been provided for guests. Guests also have the opportunity to wander through 8 acres of gardens situated in the 750 acres of estate, where you can also wander through and see untamed Exmoor ponies on the estates own moorland. There is ample off-road parking provided in the main parking area behind the cottage.

  • 1 bedroom - king-size
  • 1 shower room with WC; 1 additional WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge with ice compartment
  • Washing machine in ground floor WC
  • Smart TV  in the lounge
  • Bath robes provided
  • Hairdryer available
  • Ample off-road parking 
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Regret no children or infants
  • Pub and village shop within walking distance
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 31 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Alexis 20th June 2026

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Wow! What a place! The photos don't do this place justice. Full of old world charm with 5* luxury. The bed and the shower are incredible. Sitting out at night watching the swallows, seeing the hares was just lovely and so peaceful. The welcome basket with a couple of local ciders was a lovely touch and lots of recommendations for places to visiRead moret which we took advantage of. If you want a quiet day, the grounds are beautiful to walk round and take a picnic. Stunning. Hide

Reviewed by Brian 13th June 2026

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An ldyllic location beatiful garden,walk from the door.wild ponies, wild geease.deer. a lake. All on the private estate.

Reviewed by Emma 30th May 2026

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Great property in beautiful surroundings.

Reviewed by Philip 23rd May 2026

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Great location, estate access greatly appreciated, wildlife fabulous , the tranquility and the warmth of hosts. A unique place, sympathetic renovation . .

Reviewed by C 12th May 2026

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We had a lovely stay in the cottage which was faultlessly presented. The garden was beautiful and the flowering shrubs were a really colourful sight to see. We would have no hesitation in returning for another stay.

Reviewed by Raymond 3rd May 2026

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Reviewed by Wendy 12th April 2026

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We really enjoyed our stay in this fabulous property.

Reviewed by Pam 14th March 2026

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A very peaceful place. The stable details made It an interesting place to stay. It was quaint. Some nice features. We enjoyed it very much.

Reviewed by Susan 9th January 2026

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The house and gardens are beautiful. So many places to walk. The owners are helpful and any issues were sorted immediately. Will book again!!

Reviewed by Stuart 27th December 2025

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The most wonderful holiday cottage experience, the property was just beautiful, so warm & cosy, a wonderful local welcome hamper was most appreciated and delicious. The Old Stables is the perfect quiet retreat set in an idyllic rural location but still close enough to visit the many attractions Devon has to offer. The cottage itself was beautifullyRead more presented and the walk in shower to die for, would highly recommend without hesitation, simply wonderful many many thanks for a perfect holiday Hide

Reviewed by David 12th December 2025

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Reviewed by David 30th November 2025

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Wonderful property set in beautiful grounds. Half a mile or so from the village where there is a small shop. Being away from the village meant it was wonderfully quiet. There was a welcome sponge cake, pint of milk and other treats left when I arrived which was a nice touch. The bed is very comfortable and the upstairs is very nicely furnished. TheRead more shower room is great. I plan on returning in 2026 when the weather is better as in December it was a wet experience. Hide

Reviewed by David 13th November 2025

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Beautiful cottage, so quiet and pretty

Reviewed by Mark 17th October 2025

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Comfortable cottage on owners secluded and welcoming estate. Excellent base for exploring Devon coast and country plus lovely walks from the door.

Reviewed by M 10th October 2025

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The cottage needs to be updated, and more appealing to first impression. The smelly pillows were not inviting for the first nights` sleep, we bought fresh pillows. The insulation of windows needs to be addressed to cater for the difference between GF and FF. The grounds were lovely, the dogs amazing, the wildlife, stags etc. and the grounds, the laRead morene up to the deer needs to be removed of rubbish. Hide

Reviewed by Anna 5th September 2025

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A wonderful romantic retreat set in an amazing hidden estate, away from all the hustle & bustle of everyday life! The Old Stables was beautifully renovated and stylishly decorated , full of character and very comfortable and well equipped! Good location for day trips and visits. Visited Clovelly, Rosemore RHS gardens, Dartmoor and Lynton & LynmouthRead more! Also enjoyed exploring the estate and were lucky enough to spot the resident red deer and the Stag! Magnificent! Hide

Reviewed by Martin 8th August 2025

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Wonderful setting, very comfortable and cosy cottage.

Reviewed by Gwen 11th July 2025

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The Old Stables was by far the best holiday let we have been to. From the beautiful location, gardens and woodland to the smallest detail in the property, everything was jaw dropping. The shower is a wow and bed super comfortable. Say hi to the beautiful blue peacock and red deer, owls, birds of prey and hosts very friendly pooches. Definitely willRead more stay again. Hide

Reviewed by Brian 6th June 2025

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Amazing very clean beautiful views from the Cottage great walks what's not to like.

Reviewed by Norman 16th May 2025

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We stayed at the Old Stables and it is as good as other reviews say. Downstairs the kitchen is well-equipped and the dining room is perfect for a nice romantic dinner. Upstairs to the very comfortable and cozy lounge area and the large bedroom and ensuite. The shower is big and the water is always hot. This place is ideally placed to visit many locRead moreations be it inland or on the coast. However, reviews say you can walk to the village pub, maybe if you are under 60, but we found the hill too much Hide

Reviewed by Claire 25th April 2025

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One word....'wow'! The Old Stables was just perfect. From walking through the door we felt completely at home. It's immaculate. The shower is to die for & the bed is super comfy. The grounds are vast & you can walk around it all, if you've got lots of energy! We saw 3 of the red deer but not the white stag, which hopefully we'll see next year. It'sRead more all just absolutely perfect. Oh, & Pat, the owner is a really nice bloke. Forget 5*, its definitely a 10+* place. Hide

Reviewed by Brendan 4th April 2025

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Reviewed by Mike 28th March 2025

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Reviewed by Patrick 22nd March 2025

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Absolutely first class , on arrival it didn't disappoint as it was so brilliantly converted to keep its character. The welcome items including a lovely cake were lovely to have. The bed was very comfortable and the shower huge. It lacked nothing and couldn't be faulted and real bonus was to be allowed to wander the grounds of the beautiful Manor frRead moreeely anytime we wanted. We will return for another restful break as this one was far too short. Thank you all. Hide

Reviewed by Elaine 27th December 2024

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Loved the location of this property on the outskirts of Dolton. The welcome hamper and cottage decorated for Christmas and New Year gave it a very cosy feeling. We walked several locations in the area as well as one from the door. Enjoyed a couple of evening meals in the area, the Rams Head Inn in Dolton and the Lymington Arms in Wembworthy. Very gRead moreood food. Would definitely recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Janis 20th December 2024

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Beautiful old cottage, renovation first class. Fantastic comfortable bed. Best shower ever used absolutely huge. Lovely cosy lounge upstairs. Kitchen and diner downstairs perfect for 2. Vast amount of grounds on the estate to be explored. Lots of informative knowledge given by the owner Pat. Would recommend to anyone who wants a bit of rustic luxurRead morey. Hide

Reviewed by Claire 20th September 2024

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We had a peaceful and relaxing holiday in the picturesque Stables Cottage, which is set in beautiful countryside with far reaching views. The owners were friendly and helpful, providing us with local information and inviting us to roam freely on their estate. We experienced the estate flora and fauna and had some close encounters with the local deeRead morer. If you like walking there are plenty straight from the doorstep! Hide

Reviewed by David 6th September 2024

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The property was lovely and the owner gave us the opportunity to spend some time walking the land. Unfortunately the weather did not allow us to do this but we hope to return and take up that offer. The sleeping and relaxing areas were so comfortable and was in such a quiet spot. Well worth the money and drive to get there.

Reviewed by Peter 30th August 2024

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This is a great little property with pretty much everything you might need for a lovely stay away. The hosts are super friendly and responsive. You are free to wander the gardens and the estate (which is extensive) with the chance of bumping into Red Deer. There are two good pubs in Dolton which is walkable or a very short drive.

Reviewed by E 19th July 2024

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Weve had a wonderful week at the Old Stables in the magical 750 acre grounds of Stafford Barton, Dolton, Devon. Its great place to unwind and to use as a base to explore the Devon countryside and local attractions. We had some great days out visiting Lydford Gorge waterfall and Devils Caldron, Tavistock, Appledore, Chagford and Tintagel with its quRead moreirky street of shops and the Arthurian Centre we also visited Tintagel Castel Hotel with spectacular views. Hide

Reviewed by Diana 12th July 2024

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The accommodation was quality and very welcoming. Everyone was so friendly.

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