Japonica Cottage was absolutely beautiful, set in an tanquil location with lovely scenery and beautiful views. The cottage contained everything you could need and was a delight to be in. Jeremy and Lynda were very welcoming hosts, making you feel very welcome, always ready for a chat and able to supply you with any information about the area you required.... more

We knew of Downe Cottages from our time living in North Devon but had not previously stayed as guests. Although the weather was mixed in early August the cottage was an absolute delight, a traditional look but with every modern feature and fabulous views out over Lundy Island (one of my wife's favourite places). During our stay we took a... more

Booked a week at Downe Cottages as a change from Greek islands, hoping a week of walking; reading etc would re-invigorate us. The Cottages are in a pleasant and easy to find location, are excellently equipped and ideal for relaxation although the low beams in our cottage caused a headache on a couple of occasions !. Unfortunately as the weather... more

A super place to stay. Our second visit to Downe, which we enjoyed just as much as our first. Linda & Jeremy have put a lot of thought and effort to ensure their guests have a truly relaxing holiday, providing information about the best places to eat locally, walks, places to visit in the area and all sorts of hints... more

I booked Downe Cottages as a last minute get-away and consider myself extremely lucky to have found such a lovely place to stay. We had a short 4 night break which was absolutely fantastic. The cottage we stayed in was immaculate and the setting was truly breathtaking, on arrival we were welcomed and had a fantastic meal in the cottage,... more

This was the first time we had stayed at Downe Cottages , indeed the first time we had done a self catering cottage break and what a fantastic break it was. The cottages are spotless, well equiped and perfect for a relaxing break. We did not use the spa as we wanted to travel around the area. We will choose... more

How wonderful it was to return for our "away from it all break" at Downe Cottages .The location is fabulous-we sat out in the evening with a glass of wine and watched the sun set over the atlantic while the swallows swooped and dived around us .It's a short but breathtaking walk to our favourite beach, Berry,for rock pooling, There... more

We spent the May bank holidaty in Downe Spa. The therapies were excellent, the location great, the service brilliant and the place spotless. Jeremy and Linda - the owners - went to great lenght to get everything right. Highly recommended of you need an easy-going, relaxing weekend! more

Our second visit, as before a faultless stay. Had the use of the spa and felt relaxed despite the chilly weather. Cottage was clean and well equiped. Am looking forward to our third visit......... more