I have just returned from a luxury spa break at Downe with my daughter and would highly recommend it. The cottage was beautiful, light and airy with every convenience you could want. I was especially impressed that washing powder, dishwashing powder, fairy, tin foil etc was provided, along with a full set of herbs, s & p, tea, coffee, sugar... more

We booked with Downe Cotteges over the internet at the last minute. Jeremy was only to happy to allow us to book accomodating our required start and finish date. He also sent us e-mail confirmation of the booking, with details of virtually everything we needed to know including detailed directions. We also booked for a meal to be placed in... more

This was our second visit to Downe Cottages in three years and it was wonderful to find that nothing had changed! Ivy Cottage is well-positioned with views towards Lundy Island and the surrounding countryside, equipped to a very high standard it has everything you need for a comfortable stay and if you do find you are missing something Jeremy and... more

When my daughter and I first visited Downe Health Spa in January this year, I was impressed with the location, but particularly impressed with the attitude of the staff. We'd arrived for a Pamper Day just two weeks prior to going abroad to get married and we enjoyed it so much, I decided to take some of my family, 4... more

A truly relaxing weekend, superb surroundings, immaculate accommodation and great treatments. We were particularly impressed with the politeness and hospitality of the staff. The lady who helped us throughout the day and served hot drinks and heavenly cream teas was a real asset. Polite and cheerful throughout. From the booking through to the day, nothing was too much trouble. We... more

My mother and I spent a very wonderful afternoon at Downe Spa. We enjoyed a quick session in the gym and then spent the rest of the time relaxing. We really enjoyed the steam room, sauna and jacuzzi and had the place to ourselves. The pedicure treatment was wonderful. We were made to feel very welcome by everyone we met... more

Although Downe is listed as a hotel, I experienced the place as a spa visitor. I came in the middle of May, in the middle of the week, and it turned out i was the only customer of the spa that day... for some that might have been a little intimidating, but i found it to be just perfect. The... more