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Butterfly Rest

Bondleigh, near Winkleigh, Devon
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Working farm
EV Charging
Enclosed garden / patio
Complex
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Contemporary style property with a network of countryside footpaths from the doorstep
  • Enjoy holidaying on a farm, where the children may help to feed the animals, arranged with the owner
  • One of two beautifully converted barns, which can be booked together, situated between the Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks

     

Property code: OC-66041

In the heart of Devon, you’ll find your ideal rural hideaway. Located on a family-run working farm, with popular tourist destinations on the south coast and unspoilt villages and beaches around the north, you’ll find something for everyone here. Once you’re done exploring for the day, you’ll find a large patio area waiting - the perfect spot for a cool glass of wine while you put your feet up.

This remarkable barn conversion is light and airy throughout, finished with a casual country aesthetic in keeping with its surroundings. There’s ample space for the family to rest and play, with a magnificent open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner on the ground floor. Start your day catching up over a lazy breakfast, with the sunlight and gentle breeze streaming through the open patio doors and end it by curling up on the cosy sofa in front of your favourite family movie. In summer months, you can even enjoy your dinner alfresco, with garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ provided in the patio area.

For the best of the countryside, head into Dartmoor National Park which you can explore on foot, bicycle, or even on horseback thanks to the local riding stables. Here you’ll also find plenty of trails to keep the whole family entertained, from letterboxing to mystery treasure trails. Exmoor National Park is 20 miles away for those wishing to complete the two tors while in the area. The market town of Okehampton is 7.5 miles away, offering an eclectic array of shops, cafes, restaurants and pubs.

  • 3 bedrooms - 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and Dolce Gusto coffee machine (pods not provided)
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Smart TV in lounge and double bedroom
  • DAB radio
  • Hairdryer available
  • Dogs are not permitted upstairs, stairgate provided
  • Charcoal BBQ available
  • Outdoor tap for muddy boots and paws
  • Children are catered for with a super playhouse full of games and activities.
  • Private water supply
  • Feed the animals on the farm - arrange with the owner on arrival
  • Dogs must be on a lead when outside of the garden due to resident livestock
  • This property can be booked with Birds Nest (66043) to accommodate larger groups
  • Beach 25 miles, shop and pub 2 miles 
  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

 

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

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Reviewed by Alison 7th July 2026

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Cottage is better in real life than in the pictures. Ginny very helpful and the toys in the play chalet were ideal for the 4 year old we had with us. Football basketball swing-ball, all great fun. Lovely to feed the animals with Ginny. Highly recommend.

Reviewed by Kevin 14th June 2026

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We had wonderful stay at Butterfly Rest, for a second time, and Ginny remains the perfect host; warm, attentive, and welcoming. The cottage is immaculate, comfortable, and beautifully presented; it felt like a peaceful home-from-home. The setting is truly idyllic. We cant recommend this place highly enough. Thank you, Ginny; well definitely be bacRead morek. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 31st October 2025

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Reviewed by Mark 13th September 2025

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Setting and surroundings perfect cottage beautiful and well equipped with everything that is needed to enjoy your stay and a very nice touch when you arrive is a homemade Victoria sponge cake and a bottle of cider

Reviewed by Jessica 8th August 2025

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Ginny is the perfect host. Our stay on her beautiful farm was restful and idyllic and the cottage was impeccable. The kids helped to feed the farm animals in the morning and we made friends with the goats and the cows opposite the cottage. Really cannot recommend this enough. Thanks for an wonderful experience! Will definitely be returning.

Reviewed by Matt 21st June 2025

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Stunning property and location. Superb host. We really enjoyed staying at butterfly rest.

Reviewed by Jodie 6th April 2025

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This is the 2nd time we have come to stay at Ginny's family Farm and we've had a wonderful time! This time our family were able to join us in the next cottage. Everything is so relaxed, the space is beautiful and the buildings are kept to a very high standard with everything in that you need. Ginny is very attentive for any issues an gives us the mRead moreost relaxing time away. Having a separate play areas with toys for the children is a real bonus. Stunning views and a lovely cake and cider as treats! Hide

Reviewed by Tina 7th September 2024

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We had a lovely week. The cottage is to a high standard throughout and in a wonderfully quiet location if a little hard to locate. But owner was very helpful and talked us through when satnav failed us. Owners dogs came to visit every day. Not an issue as my dog is very friendly but you should keep this in mind when booking as they can access your Read moreprivate area. The river walk is highly recommended. And the home made cake on arrival was amazing along with home grown veg which we loved. Hide

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Marsdens Devon 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.