Kites Holt, Stockland, Honiton
ID: S123327
- Bedrooms 1
- ・ Sleeps 2
- ・ Pets 1
Guests say
Kites Holt is a charming and cosy cottage in Stockland, Honiton, receiving high praise for its cleanliness, welcoming hosts, and beautiful village setting. Guests appreciate the thoughtful welcome hamper, the cottage's character, and its proximity to country walks and the coast. Some mention the quirkiness of the stairs and limited kitchen space, but overall, the cottage offers a delightful stay.
The cottage is consistently described as spotlessly clean and well-presented, indicating meticulous maintenance and attention to cleanliness.
The location is praised for its peaceful village setting, proximity to country walks, and easy access to coastal resorts, making it an ideal spot for relaxation and exploration.
Comfort is highly rated with mentions of a cosy atmosphere, comfy beds, and a warm welcome. Some guests note the stairs and levels could be challenging for those with mobility issues.
Facilities are generally well-received, with a few guests noting limitations in kitchen space and hot water supply. The open fire and stylish bath are appreciated, but some guests experienced issues with heating and the effectiveness of the log fire.
The welcome hamper is frequently mentioned as a thoughtful touch, contributing to the overall positive experience. While gifts are well-received, it is noted that such offerings are subject to change and not guaranteed.
About this property
Perfect for a romantic retreat, drenched in history and charm, Kites Holt (part of Kites Cottage) is a 500 year old Grade II listed Medieval Hall House sitting within the centre of the beautiful village of Stockland. A stunning, one bedroomed, beamed thatched cottage with the benefit of its own private entrance into the original hall of the cottage, dating back to circa 15th century.
Kites Holt boasts space and light whilst maintaining a wealth of its original character along with some quirky features, offering guests originality with a high standard of luxury and comfort included. This archetypal thatched cottage in an unspoilt village setting is the perfect destination for a comfortable country break. Kites Holt offers you the best of both the traditional and the contemporary, with original flooring, exposed beams and a feature open fireplace, as well as modern comforts such as underfloor heating in the bathroom and a luxurious super-king size bed with a Devon wool duvet. The welcoming bedroom also features more exposed beams and a "Narnia" style walk in wardrobe, along with triple aspect picture windows. The beautiful bathroom is located on the ground floor and has a double wet room style walk-in shower and a luxurious roll-top slipper bath.
Outside, guests can enjoy the private, fully enclosed south west facing courtyard garden, with garden furniture, fragrant plants and lovely views of the village church and the countryside beyond.
Stockland is a pretty, small village nestled within the Blackdown Hills (designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in 1991). You’ll find plenty of country walks through the woodland and countryside right from your doorstep. The village boasts a welcoming pub, the Kings Arms, with a great selection of wines and local ales. If you are looking to eat, then it is advisable to book as it is very popular.
Kites Holt is the ideal romantic retreat, however unsuitable for guests with limited mobility due to the changes in levels throughout, and winding staircases between the bedroom and bathroom.
Additional Information:
Sorry, no children or infants.
One well-behaved, small-medium sized dog welcome (small additional charge). Kites Holt is very cosy and not suitable for a large dog.
Please note Kites Holt is not suitable for guests with limited mobility. The cottage is 500 years old with many original and quirky features such as a windy staircase up to the first floor bedroom, with the bathroom located on the ground floor; restricted headroom in some areas; and steps throughout the cottage.
There is no barbecue available or permitted as the cottage is thatched.
EV Charging point available on a pay as you use basis.
Nearby points of interest
- Beer Beach
- Hestercombe Gardens
Reviews (46)
-
Confirmed Guest
A gorgeous cottage the decor is fantastic and great hosts.
-
Confirmed Guest
Upon arrival at Kites holt we thought the building was beautiful and impressive and found the beds very comfortable and the hamper very well thought out and enjoyable. However the âquerkyâ stairs we found quite dangerous even though there was only 5 steps they were full width one end and extremely narrow at the other with deep risers. This made it impossible to to carry a drink from the kitchen to the sitting room or up to the bedroom. Our small dog fell down them twice. The information pack was old and worn with not a lot to say apart from the local pub! Every cottage we have had in the past have many brochures on local places of interest but there was none to be found. The kitchen was very small making it unsafe to cook in. The bathroom was large with a lovely bath and shower but it was below the sitting room having 3 runs of stairs from the bedroom to the bathroom, not good in the middle of the night! The tv programmes had a. very limited choice, unless we paid extra. This cottage is rated as a luxury cottage which we did not agree with when we have stayed in many cottages with much better facilities. All in all after leaving the morning after the first night , because it was not up to the standard we have been used to in the past we would not use Rural retreats again!
-
Confirmed Guest
Customer left no feedback