The Orchard Retreat
East Forde Farm, Cheriton Fitzpaine EX17 4BA England
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We are a holiday site with 3 beautiful yurts which sleep up to 4 people (a 5th child only allowed upon request) and we also have 2 sympathetically renovated holiday cottages, which sleep up to 4 and 6 people. With 15 acres of land set in the heart of Devon, The Orchard Retreat really is a great place to relax and unwind. Enjoy many of the lovely sites of Devon all within an easy drive of The Orchard Retreat.
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What a gem of a place this is. Absolutely beautiful. Yurts fully equipped with everything you need. As a group of girls it was so lovely to just kick back and enjoy the amazing surroundings and catch up. Beautiful walks from the site. Went to the local farm shop (who were lovely and kept the shop open so we could buy stuff for our bbq!) The whole site is spotless down to the bathrooms and kitchen. All the complementary drinks biscuits in the kitchen were very much appreciated. Everything has been so well thought out. Yoga class was a real bonus and just the tonic to round off the weekend. Thank you to Vicky for sorting this. Local roast at the Ring O Bells was superb! Couldn’t fault food or service. Honestly this was a superb weekend. Would recommend to anyone visiting. Thank you. …
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 3 May 2023
Thank you so much for your glowing review. So kind of you to take the time to write. We love hearing about your lovely girls weekend - it sounds perfect. Brilliant you went to the pub and farm shop - both within walking distance and loved the yurts. Hope we can welcome you all again in the cottages next time as it is the last season with the yurts.
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This was a second visit for me to The Orchard Retreat. The first time was with my husband and our dog Bertie but this time I came with 6 friends for 3 nights in 2 yurts and again had the most fantastic time. Vicky and Nick have thought of everything to make your stay as comfortable and relaxing as possible and nothing is too much trouble. The yurts are fantastic and so cosy even on a cold April night as they are all equipped with a log burner. The facilities are second to none and everything is absolutely spotless. It’s such a great place for groups of friends or families to spend holidays together or equally is a lovely romantic getaway for 2😊 We also booked a yoga class on site for all of us on Sunday morning which Vicky organised for us which was fantastic. If you’re looking for a Sunday roast you must try The Ring of Bells. It’s probably one of the best roasts I’ve had and I’m not easy to please when it comes to roast dinners! Make sure you book in advance though or else you’ll be disappointed. We didn’t use the car once when we were there. We went for a lovely walk which ended with us buying bbq supplies from the local farm shop and when we got back Nick had set the bbq up for us as we had mentioned to him we were having one when we left for our walk. I honestly can’t say anything negative about this place and it’s obvious Vicky and Nick are very passionate about what they do. Give it a try you won’t regret it!…
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Date of stay: April 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 1 May 2023
Thank you so much for your detailed review Amanda. It sounds like the perfect weekend with your friends. So lovely you enjoyed the local area and the pub and farm shop without having to venture too far. We do have so much on our doorstep and on site which works so well. Hopefully we will see you all again - maybe the cottages next time.
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We had an incredibly relaxing long weekend here in January. The cottage was absolutely beautiful and spotlessly clean. The surroundings are very quiet and the quaint little village is only a ten minute walk away. We will definitely be looking to stay here again in future.
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Date of stay: January 2023Trip type: Travelled with friends
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Responded 28 Feb 2023
We are so delighted that you loved the cottage, found it be relaxing and clean and just what you needed for a long weekend away. Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review, we really appreciate it and look forward to welcoming you again one day soon.
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We have just had a fantastic weekend away with our family staying in the Cider barn and Apple tree cottage. The accommodation was beautiful and had so many special little touches. We can’t wait to return for another visit!
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Date of stay: November 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 4 Dec 2022
Thank you so much for your kind review, we are so pleased you had a lovely stay and enjoyed the accommodation. Really looking forward to welcoming you all again for NYE.
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We have just returned from an absolutely fabulous 3 night stay in the Russet yurt and cannot recommend The Orchard Retreat highly enough - a little piece of holiday paradise with our 6, 4 and 1 year old children. Vicky, Nick and Maddy made us feel so welcome and relaxed from the moment we arrived (despite our 4 year old announcing our arrival by being car-sick in the courtyard!) and had even taken in (and put away!) a Sainsburys delivery that arrived before we did. The yurts are surprisingly spacious and very well set up - Vicky and Nick have honestly thought of everything (including some fantastic rechargeable lanterns). The girls quickly made “holiday friends” from the other yurts, and the whole site is just the perfect size and design to let them run around freely totally safe. The play area and treehouse are brilliantly designed and we could keep an eye on the kids from the veranda of the Facilities Lodge with a cold drink in hand. We LOVED the outdoor tubhouse - both the baths and the shower - but also appreciated each yurt having its own indoor shower and toilet in the Facilities Lodge - perfect combination. We hired the pizza oven on our first evening, which was great fun, and had an excellent meal at the Ring of Bells another evening (do book in advance as it is deservedly very popular!). The older two children cried about leaving and we will certainly be back!…
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Date of stay: August 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Orchard Retreat, Owner at The Orchard Retreat
Responded 11 Aug 2022
Thank you so much for your wonderful review, we are so pleased you had such a lovely stay and your girls loved it. Maddy really enjoyed playing with them and it is so nice to hear you found the yurts to be spacious and had everything you needed for a lovely family stay. The pizza oven is such a fun option and our local put is definitely worth a visit, so it is great you had the chance for a meal there as well. We hope to welcome you all again soon.
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Lovely hosts, beautiful area, amazing facilities! We visited as a mother/daughter but would recommend to any type of guest- families/friends/couples etc as there is something for everyone. We will definitely be back!
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Date of stay: July 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Responded 2 Aug 2022
It was so nice to meet you both and we are so pleased you had a lovely stay. We would love to welcome you back - thank you for taking the time to leave us a review. We really appreciate it.
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This place is just THE best - to relax, unwind, have fun and chill. Vicky and Nick have literally thought of everything and welcome you with big hearts and smiles. They organised the pizza oven, massages and yoga for us too. Just perfect!
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Date of stay: July 2022
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Responded 25 Jul 2022
Thank you so much for taking the time to review us, it is really appreciated. We are so pleased you had such a wonderful weekend here and enjoyed all we have on offer. The yoga looked idyllic up in the meadow, under the shade of the trees. We loved having you all and so brilliant you were able to relax and have fun. Thank you for staying and hope to welcome you again one day.
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From the moment we arrived we knew this was a special place. The time here was fun for the kids and relaxing for us. It's perfect, just wonderful. Thank you do much for looking after us all so well. The local pub is a must visit.
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Date of stay: June 2022Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Orchard Retreat, Owner at The Orchard Retreat
Responded 3 Jul 2022
Thank you so much for your lovely review. We are so pleased you had a lovely time and found it relaxing and fun for the kids. So lovely to hear you found it to be a special place during your stay. Thank you. The local pub is so good, we are really lucky to have it within walking distance.
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Me and my family came to The Orchard Retreat for a weeks holiday in the Cider Barn. When we arrived, we were greeted by the wonderful Nick, who told us to settle in, the he'd come and check on us the next day. As you enter the Cider Barn, you are met with a comfortable, clean atmosphere. My room was the one upstairs, and it is spacious and cosy. It feels like you're own apartment, with its en-suite bathroom and double bed. I would recommend keeping the bathroom and ceiling blinds closed as there are some dead flies in the window, which occasionally fall on the bed and on the bathroom floor. But this is a minor inconvenience. The outdoor facilities are nice, with Honesty Shop and Games Room with pool table, this is a great additional feature. I must add, as a member of the Neurodiverse community, I enjoyed the peace and quiet of The Orchard Retreat and would recommend to any families who want a nice holiday without any stress or anxiety. Thanks Nick, Vicky, Maddy and the two dogs for our stay and I look forward to coming again soon…
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Date of stay: February 2022
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Responded 17 Feb 2022
Thank you Thomas, what a lovely review - we are so pleased you found the cottage to be comfortable, cosy and clean. It is lovely to hear that you found the upstairs room like your own spacious apartment - we think it is a great room to relax in, due to the comfy bed, sofa and bathroom suite. We are so sorry to hear about the occasional fly - but glad you found a solution to keeping them at bay and they didn't cause you too much trouble. Phew. We are delighted that you enjoyed the outdoor facilities as well - especially the games room. It really is a lovely space to hang out in. Finally, we are so happy to hear that you found the cottage and site peaceful so that you could relax and feel stress free. It is not the first time we have heard that from a member of the Nuerodiverse community, so we are pleased you felt the same way. We would love to welcome you all again and thanks again for taking the time to write about your stay.
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We had a fab week here last week. Such a great location for glamping and such a well thought out site. Lots to do locally (especially if you are prepared to travel 50 mins or so). We went to the beach, and would also recommend Lydford Gorge. The yurts at Orchard Retreat are so cosy and comfortable, everything you need is provided. The private bathroom is just a short walk. Highly recommend, even if you are not the glamping or camping type!
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Date of stay: August 2021Trip type: Travelled with family
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Response from Orchard Retreat, Owner at The Orchard Retreat
Responded 26 Aug 2021
Thank you so much for your review. It is so lovely to hear you loved the site and the yurts - thank you. Mid Devon and our site, does make for such a good base for exploring Devon. Like you say, with a bit of driving, you can visit the coast and moors easily. Then retreat back to the site and the comfort of your yurt. We loved meeting you all and would love to welcome you again one day.
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Frequently Asked Questions about The Orchard Retreat
Which popular attractions are close to The Orchard Retreat?
Nearby attractions include Devon Railway Centre (3.9 miles), Bickleigh Mill (3.9 miles), and Crediton Parish Church (4.1 miles).
What are some of the property amenities at The Orchard Retreat?
Some of the more popular amenities offered include free parking, kids activities, and free internet access.
What are some restaurants close to The Orchard Retreat?
Conveniently located restaurants include The Ring of Bells, The Beer Engine, and Lamb Inn.
Is The Orchard Retreat located near the city centre?
Yes, it is 0.9 miles away from the centre of Cheriton Fitzpaine.
Are pets allowed at The Orchard Retreat?
Yes, pets are typically allowed, but it's always best to call ahead to confirm.
Are there any historical sites close to The Orchard Retreat?
Many travellers enjoy visiting Knightshayes Court (7.9 miles), The House that Moved (8.5 miles), and St Catherine's Chapel and Almshouses (8.3 miles).