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The Old Ticket Office Eggesford

Eggesford, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
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At a glance

  • A unique retreat for train enthusiasts situated on an active passenger station on The Tarka Line
  •  Offering inspiring interiors that create a stylish and relaxing atmosphere
  • Literally from the doorstep guests can hop on board a train and explore all that Devon has to offer
Property code: OC-88862

This carefully crafted ticket office is part of a beautiful old station conversion and sits on an active passenger station on The Tarka Line, which provides rail links to Devon and beyond. It is the perfect spot for a romantic weekend or a countryside adventure, with beautiful woodland walks nearby at Eggesford Forest. The village is home to a café and is on the edge of the Tarka Trail, which can be explored on foot or by bike. Hop on the train to Barnstaple (25-minute train journey/19 miles), or Exeter St David’s (40-minute train journey/20.5 miles). Sitting between the national parks of Exmoor (18 miles) and Dartmoor (30 miles), you can enjoy the drama of the wild and rugged landscapes by car. Or explore the rugged coastline and sandy beaches of the North Devon and South Devon coasts.

This is a very special property, and you’re unlikely to find anything else quite like it. This stylishly decorated converted ticket office is light and airy and offers excellent attention to detail throughout. Enter the welcoming lounge/diner complete with a Smart TV, a warming wood burner for cosy nights in, and a stunning, feature glass window overlooking the station platform. Bright, beautiful colours throughout give it a welcoming vibe. Next, head through to find the perfectly equipped kitchen, a chic space ideal for rustling up dishes after days out and about exploring by train, car, or on foot. Completing this delightful single-storey conversion, you’ll find a lovely double bedroom with an en-suite shower room and a WC.

Due to the uniqueness of this property, there is no outside space. However, Heywood Forest and Deer Park Wood (2 miles and 0.5 miles respectively) are nearby for beautiful tree-laden walks.

  • 1 double bedroom
  • 1 en-suite shower room with shower cubicle and WC
  • Electric oven and induction hob, fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • TV in lounge
  • Wi- fi can be intermittent
  • Please note- Water pressure can be low sometimes due to location
  • Trains can run from 7am-11pm each day
  • Unallocated parking outside property
  • Restaurant, café  just over 300 metres, pub 2 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 1 dog allowed. Additional charges may apply

Rachel Loosemore

This property is personally managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 7 guest ratings

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Reviewed by David 6th June 2026

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Great to basically park up the car and use trains and walking to get around (except for first shop). Treat trains as (fairly loud) hourly chime clock - the overnight non-running fitted well with my daily habits, and I slept very well.

Reviewed by John 11th October 2024

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Quirky and very comfortable. The trains weren't nearly as intrusive as we feared and very convenient for trips to Exeter and Barnstaple. Lovely to had a wood burner - we were there in October so we needed it, although there was a good electric heater as a backup.

Reviewed by Valerie 4th October 2024

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Very well furnished and equipped. Very comfortable. But it is a working main line, so can be obtrusive late night and early morning. Owners very nice and caring.

Reviewed by Denize 27th September 2024

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Jacqui lives next door and is on hand for any questions and is extremely helpful. Its a really nice quirky cottage, and handily located for lots of places to visit. You MUST like trains! Which we do.

Reviewed by Sandra 20th July 2024

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Reviewed by Duane 10th July 2024

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We had a lovely stay at the property. Taking advantage of the station and having a wonderful day in Exeter.

Reviewed by Sarah 28th June 2024

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This is the most perfect cottage to stay in. I would highly recommend a stay here, spotlessly clean, the trains were great.

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Location

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.