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Woodstock Retreat

Birchill near Chardstock, Devon (Ref. 1008558)

Customer rating

4.8★

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Broadband / WiFi

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41 Customer Review(s)

  • Mags

    “We had a wonderful stay.”

    Debbie was very thoughtful and kind. The retreat was homely and spotless. There's a beautiful view of tall trees from the kitchen. It's super quiet in the evening and dark. We got to see an incredibly clear sparkling night's sky. This is a great place to stay to recharge yourself.

    Debbie was very thoughtful and kind. The retreat was homely and spotless. There's a beautiful view of tall trees from the kitchen. It's super quiet in the evening and dark. We got to see an incredibly clear sparkling night's sky. This is a great place to stay to recharge yourself.

    - Mags, October 2025
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Summary

  • All-ground-floor
  • One bedroom: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living room with a kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, toaster, kettle, fridge with ice box, Smart TV with Freeview and WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off road parking for one car plus one extra vehicle by arrangement.
  • Enclosed garden with decking and gravelled area with furniture and barbecue
  • Use of the owner's meadow for exercising dogs
  • One well-behaved dog welcome (a second dog will require a £20 charge)
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 1.3 miles and pub 1.2 miles
  • Beach 8 miles
  • Note: This property can only accept bookings with a minimum of 4 nights

The property

Woodstock Retreat is a wonderful romantic cottage set in the pretty hamlet of Birchill, near Chardstock, in the Devonshire countryside.

The interior has been renovated to provide a wonderful modern base, boasting an open-plan living space with comfortable sofa and footstool to put your feet up at the end of a busy day.

The kitchen has been fitted with white contemporary units and sleek black worktops, providing ample space for you to enjoy your meals with a well-deserved glass of sparkling wine.

Venture out to the country cottage garden and enjoy the sunshine on either the decking or the sunny bench in the garden below.

Here is perfect to relax and unwind in the hot weather with a good book and soak up the pretty surroundings as your backdrop.

A truly idyllic cottage situated in the heart of the Devonshire countryside.

Note: Property can be booked with Refs. 1003647, together they can sleep 6 people.

Woodstock Cottage And Retreat

These delightful cottages rest nearby the pretty village of Chardstock, in the Devonshire countryside. Inside, the properties have been renovated to a high-standard, offering the perfect base for friends and families to escape to the country, whatever time of the year. Set privately in the grounds of the owner's home, these idyllic retreats have a well-designed interior, with a light decor and wonderful period features such as the exposed beams, giving the rooms that warm and welcoming feeling. Entering the properties, there are large hallways, ideal for kicking off those muddy walking boots and washing your dog's paws, before stepping through to these contemporary dwellings. Woodstock Cottage's open-plan lounge area, swings round to a dining area and a lovely fitted kitchen, housing a range of contemporary appliances so you can easily cook up a storm for the whole family. Each cottage has a lovely lounge, perfect for curling up with your loved ones on the provided seating and enjoying a family movie night or catching up with your favourite shows on the Smart TV. Use the dining area to enjoy a lovely romantic meal with the patio doors thrown open to let that cool summer breeze wash through. Each property boasts well-presented bedrooms, with plush beds so you can get some much needed rest, as well as a range of contemporary furniture to store your personal items. Discover a family bathroom at Woodstock Cottage and an en-suite shower room at Woodstock Retreat with high-quality fixtures and fittings so you can enjoy a warm soak at the end of a tiring day. Take a refreshing drink out to the rear garden areas, with lawn, decking and gravelled areas, with plenty of furniture so you can delight in those views and enjoy a spot of alfresco dining with the provided barbecues. These properties are an excellent base for exploring the rolling countryside and moorlands of Devon, with easy access through the borders of Somerset and Dorset to experience the delights all three regions has to offer. Woodstock is on Sustrans cycle route 33 for anyone wishing to bring their bikes that can be stored in the owners shed. Discover Dorset's world heritage Jurassic coastline and Somerset's famous bustling market towns, you are set in a desirable location. Spend your afternoons at any one of the nearby beaches, where you can enjoy some sunbathing, swimming, or paddleboarding! The market town of Axminster is only a short drive away where you will find River Cottage Canteen, and a number of restaurants, pubs, shops and supermarkets so you won't have to miss out on a thing! Visit the Axe Valley for some lovely coastal walks across the Dorset and East Devon Heritage coastline. While you're there, you might as well take advantage and visit the charming Lyme Regis, Charmouth, Seaton and Sidmouth, all well-worth a visit. Woodstock Cottage and Retreat are the perfect choice for a remote break to the heart of the Devonshire countryside.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £100.

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About the location

CHARDSTOCK, DEVON

Axminster 4.2 miles; Chard 4.2 miles; East Devon AONB 5.5 miles.

Nestled on the edge of the beautiful Blackdown Hills AONB, is the pretty village and civil parish of Chardstock. The village has a convenience store and local pub for picking up the essentials, as well as easy access to the bustling market towns of Chard and Axminster only a short drive away for a larger choice of amenities. Discover a wealth of countryside trails for walking and cycling opportunities, with the chance for keen birdwatchers to spot those exotic birds, whilst photographers will delight in this picturesque setting. You are within reach of the thriving coastline for a choice of white sandy beaches for sunbathing, swimming and even surfing, whilst the market town of Axminster provides an array of traditional pubs/restaurants for some real Devonshire ale and some fine food options. Chardstock is well-placed for those looking to explore all this rural area of Devon has to offer.

Note: This property can only accept bookings with a minimum of 4 nights

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Christmas