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Stockman's Rest

Petrockstow, near Great Torrington, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Romantic cottage tucked away in the countryside perfect for a couple’s getaway
  • Take your boots and bikes and explore all the area has to offer
  • Great base for exploring North Devon including Bideford Bay and the Atlantic Coast
Property code: OC-42982

Stockman's Rest is a charming cottage set within a quiet 34-acre farm in the heart of Devon, offering an idyllic getaway for a romantic break or an escape from life's everyday hustle and bustle. Here, you are ideally placed to explore Devon, just 5 miles from the market town of Great Torrington, but also within easy reach of the beaches and harbour towns of the Atlantic Coast. 

There is both an economy of space and a generosity of facilities within this accommodation. A well-planned interior provides for a comfortable and relaxing lifestyle, with a lounge/diner where you can enjoy a cosy meal for two at the dining table, having prepared it in the well-equipped kitchen area. The inviting double bedroom features a TV/DVD player which you can watch from the bed - perfect for lazy mornings or late-night movies. Outside, you can enjoy morning coffee on the patio at the front of the property, and perhaps an evening BBQ on the lawn. There is also a dedicated, 10 acre dog walking field. 

Westward Ho! (15 miles) has an expansive stretch of golden sands, where you can enjoy swimming, surfing, or walking along the beach. The adjacent Northam Burrows Country Park also offers an opportunity to explore the open spaces for its abundance of wildlife, or perhaps play a round of golf at the renowned Royal North Devon Golf Club. The wonderful RHS Rosemoor (6 miles) offers an opportunity for walking amongst lovingly tended gardens, and also is the venue for a number of family-based theatrical and musical productions throughout the summer months. The picturesque fishing villages of Clovelly (18 miles) and Appledore (15 miles) are well worth a visit.

  • 1 cosy double bedroom (bed accessed from one side)
  • Shower room with WC
  • TV/DVD
  • Selection of DVDs
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, and fridge with ice compartment
  • Enclosed garden
  • Please note that, due to the property's rural location, the internet connection may be slower or less reliable at times
  • Dogs must be kept on leads at all times when outside the enclosed garden, due to the presence of resident ducks
  • Guests are welcome to walk their dogs in the dedicated 10-acre field on the property (please note, the field is not fully enclosed)
  • Off-road parking
  • Accessed via a country lane
  • Beach 15 miles, pub and shop 3 miles
  • Arrival: 14:30 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.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Linda 11th April 2026

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What a find! Excellent cottage if you have a larger dog as owners are very dog aware. Garden is fully enclosed and the field was a real bonus. Cottage is exactly as shown in pictures. I will be booking here again.

Reviewed by Tracey 27th March 2026

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The cottage was perfect for me and my dog. A lot of places don't like bigger dogs and mine isn't the friendliest, but the owners were fantastic and very understanding.

Reviewed by Sharon 14th March 2026

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What a wonderful week we had! Absolutely perfect for the two of us and our dog, he loved the freedom of the walks in the surrounding acres of the property. The hosts were really lovely and we wanted for nothing else. Clean, tidy and everything catered for, even the outside seating. So close to some beautiful walks, we will definitely be returning. Read moreThank you Mike & Michelle xx Hide

Reviewed by Peter 1st November 2025

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A quirky little cottage but set in an ideal location for peace and quiet. Very easy to travel around for different places Clovelly, Westward Ho, Appledore, Bideford, Woolacoombe, Ilfracombe and many more. I stayed here to escape the noise from fireworks for my dogs.........absolutley perfect. Thankyou Michelle and Mike

Reviewed by Jill 18th October 2025

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We had a great time. Dogs loved the garden and the field. Very peaceful. Hosts were lovely. Cottage was very quaint and clean. Situated down typical Devon lanes. Nearby Sheepwash is definitely worth a look, and has a lovely cafe.

Reviewed by Malcolm 3rd August 2025

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Reviewed by Werner 26th July 2025

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Reviewed by Sue 19th July 2025

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Remote location with limited phone signal and internet. A place to truly unwind and just enjoy nature.

Reviewed by Howard 5th July 2025

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Reviewed by Irene 1st July 2025

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A small but well designed cottage in a superb location. Great for stargazing!

Reviewed by Nutchanart 21st June 2025

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Reviewed by Zena 31st May 2025

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Michelle and Mike were excellent hosts. The location was very remote fortunately I took with me a print out of their driving instructions from Torrington. Internet / satellite poor. None of my own map apps worked. Road signs poor or non existent. If you like gardens RHS Rosemoor is a must and dog friendly. The Half Moon Inn at Sheepwash was nice foRead moreod excellent but the portions were enormous. The Devils Stone at Shebbear was so friendly and very welcoming. Food was excellent. Both dog friendly Hide

Reviewed by Tina 5th April 2025

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Really nice hosts. So friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Peter 21st September 2024

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This was a lovely quiet location and a really cosy little cottage! Everything you needed was available and Mike and Michelle were welcoming and friendly and very helpful. We had our dog with us and the location presented no problems for him or us. It is certainly off the beaten track but the directions were great and once you've driven it a few timRead morees you get used to it. Great Torrington and Bideford have plenty of shops and are only a relatively short distance away. Well worth the visit! Hide

Reviewed by Cathy 14th September 2024

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An immaculate and exquisite wee cottage which has everything needed for a short stay. Lovely lovely people and dogs. Peaceful on-farm location.

Reviewed by Helen 21st August 2024

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What can I say..... the cottage is very bijoux which my husband was not expecting but it was absolutely lovely. The setting was stunning and gave more than I could have wished for. The weather wasn't great but that didn't dampen out short stay. You could literally hear a pin drop and was perfect for a place to rest and relax and totally unwind. TheRead more owners were lovely and extremely friendly. The cottage was really clean and cared for. We shall definitely visit again. Hide

Reviewed by Anonymous 17th August 2024

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The cottage was small but had absolutely everything we could have needed. It was extremely clean with a comfortable bed and lovely smelling bedding, soft towels etc. Wifi/4g was virtually non existent but that wasn't a problem for us. A good location to explore the spectacular north Devon coast, Tarks trail and Dartmoor. Mike and Michelle were loveRead morely hosts and allowed us access to their fields to walk the dog. A wonderful stay! Hide

Reviewed by Barbara 10th August 2024

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Stockman cottage was perfect. Lovely friendly hosts in Michelle and Mike. Brilliant location far enough away from madness but close enough for exploring the surrounding countryside and places of interest .

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