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Thanks, looking forward to welcoming back next year.??

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Thanks for your review, it was a pleasure having you again!

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Orchard Lodges, we have just replaced the mattress since you left, so hopefully you will sleep better next time!

Owner response. 

There is a gate at the side of the every lodge for humans. The sun would warp the gate on the decking if it was a full gate. The temperature in the hot tub can be adjusted but obviously drops whilst using it. Glad you enjoyed your stay and hopefully your partner will  be able to join you next time!

Apologies for the dog mess, should have been cleaned up, I will tell the girls off!

Have checked the key and think it must have been user error.

Surprised about your mattress as they are all the same in all the lodges.

Having said that glad you enjoyed your stay and looking forward to welcoming you back in January.

Peter and Jayne.

We have to say how very shocked we were to receive this review after all the positive comments we regularly receive.

We also notice you have already booked for next year . Would you like us to cancel that booking and refund you your deposit as you were clearly not happy with your stay.

Kind regards 

Peter and Jayne Day

Ps, Over 50% of our bookings this year have been from guests who have been before, many on several occasions!

Sorry about the WiFi but the mast was damaged during Storm Ciara. Despite ringing  every day the provider was unable to repair the fault until the Wednesday.

Orchard Lodges response.

Clean, warm , all facilities you need, lovely hot tub, fresh flowers and nice bread and jam too , thanks Peter and Jane , we will returning regard Billy and Lesley

Damson Lodge 29/12/16 - 2/1/17 2 adults and 1 beagle- This was our second visit to the Lodge, we love it, great way to see the New Year in BBQ then sat in hot tub with a glass of champagne what more could you ask for. The lodge is of a very high standard, well equipped with everything you could possibly think of, the beds are so comfortable, best nights sleep I've had in a while. Molly Moo our beagle loved the enclosed meadow for running around in while we sat in the hot tub. Perfect location for walking the Tarka trail. Instow beach a great walk with a rewarding visit to one of the pubs in town. Peter is full of knowledge for the surrounding area and always on hand should you need him. Tasty homemade bread and lovely jar of jam awaits you when you arrive and to help us kick start our new year celebrations and bottle of Prosecco was chilling in the fridge. We love the lodge so much we are visiting again in April to celebrate hubbys milestone birthday and again for Christmas. Thankyou Peter and Jayne for yet another wonderful holiday, see you again soon

Returning this year, Myself and Partner stayed in Blackberry Lodge whilst staying at Orchard Lodges for a romantic weekend away for her 22nd birthday. As soon as we arrived, we felt welcomed by Peter, who was very friendly as always. Once we stepped through the door of the lodge, we felt at home. The hot tub was nothing other than awesome and if we could have fit it in the car on the way home we wouldn't have hesitated for a minute! Whilst there was just the two of us, we thought it would be an ideal place to come back to with both of our families, you really feel you could have great time no matter the size of your group. The location is brilliant, you feel like you only have to travel 20 minutes maximum to get to anything you could ever want, most of the time shorter - with Barnstaple being only 10 minutes away. Overall everything about the Lodge and Farm was special and we could not recommend it higher.

We had a great stay & the lodge was brilliant & catered for our every needs, Warm & relaxing. Peter also checked on us & was very helpful. Many thanks & we'll see you again.

- from Peters warm welcome, to the fresh bread and jam on our 1st morning, to the fabulous lodge itself, gardens and hot tub to the actual location. We could not fault anything and will happily return in the future. We were a family of 4 plus 2 dogs and stayed in Damson for Christmas 2016.

Our stay at Blackberry Lodge (accommodation big enough for 4 people) was just heaven. We went with another couple and spent every day exploring North Devon and every evening in the hot tub followed by a snuggle on the sofa with a good film. Peter recommended some fantastic restaurants for evening meals but there were plenty of facilities to cook at the lodge too, with helpful cleaning bits provided like washing up liquid, dishwasher tabs and soap. It was a huge relief to be able to stay in lovely clean accommodation with our dog, and with the Tarka Trail on the doorstep we were not short on places to walk her closer to home if we didn't want to go further afield. We arrived to warm, home made bread and jam, and there was even a bottle of prosecco in the fridge which was a lovely surprise as we saw on the New Year during our stay. I will deffinately be returning as we had such a wonderful time for such a reasonable price. The beds and sofas were soooo comfy and the hot tub was just the best, we sat under the stars most nights and in sub zero temperatures we were toasty warm. Thank you for such a wonderful stay!

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay. Lovely and big and very clean. Thank you Peter, who is also very lovely and welcoming. xxx

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the lodge was lovely and warm, the hot tub was brilliant and Peter was very helpful. Would visit again

December 2016. We had a very relaxing 3 night break in Damson Lodge. Lovely lodge in a very quite location. On arrival found key left where we were told it would be so no waiting around for anyone to let us in. The heating was on and lodge warm and welcoming. Hot tub ready to use. Peter calling in shortly after arrival to check all was OK and a give useful information. If you like walking, piece and quite, coastal or country side then this is the place to stay. Enjoyed so much we plan to go back late February or early March 2017

We had a truly relaxing break away, Blackberry lodge was so clean and had fantastic facilities, the hot tub was a brilliant bonus for us and the bed was so comfy! . It was so easy for us to take the dog away with us too, Peter advised us on some days out to Braunton Burrows which was amazing we had the whole beach to our selves as well as places to eat and conveniently located close to restaurant and access to the Tarka trail , we will be rebooking again for next year

Our 3rd stay at Orchard Lodges this time in Apple and for a winter break . We have been in Autumn and Summer and all have been wonderful .Everything was perfect,spotlessly clean as usual and very welcoming .It was lovely to sit in the hot tub on a cold winters night staring up at the big sky full of stars .Instow beach which is 2 mins away by car and 30 mins on foot was even more beautiful in winter and our doggies loved it . Peter and Jayne work very hard to ensure these lodges are spotless and beautiful and for dog friendly accommodation it is luxury Thankyou

Accommodation worked very well for us with 3 dogs, easy walk into Instow along the Tarka trail. We would recommend it to others and look forward to staying again sometime in the future.

We thoroughly enjoyed our time at Orchard Lodges. There is everything you need for your stay there. It's a fantastic location, to go walking with your dog. The owner Peter was very welcoming and the bread and jam is a must. Chilling out in the Hot Tub on a cold November evening was the icing on the cake. So good we've booked again!

The lodge was fantastic couldn't fault a thing, hot tub was a real bonus especially after long walks with the dogs. Have stayed in many lodges and must say this was by far the best... Thank you to the owner Peter, very friendly and a big thumbs up for the lovely bread and marmalade... Hope to return next year sometime, thanks again...

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A great place to stay with easy access to the Tarka trail for walks and cycling. Lovely cabin - very clean, warm and spacious - with everything you need for a relaxing break. 

We've just enjoyed a wonderful relaxing 3 night break in the Blackberry lodge for my fianc├®es birthday with our young dog. We were completely overwhelmed at the size of the lodge and just how beautiful and well set up they are. (Not to mention we were greeted by Peter with home made bread and marmalade which was gorge) All the amenities (inc. dishwasher) needed to comfortably live in and loads of lovely space. The cleanliness was amazing! Sofas and beds were ever so comfortable and the double walk in shower with huuuuuge shower head felt like a huge treat! We enjoyed the gorgeous large hot tub with a drink in hand watching the sunset from our own private deck surrounded by lush green countryside - definitely our favourite part. Peter gave us great recommendations and tips for things to do in the area with the dog. He recommended we visit braunton burrows a dog friendly beach just 15 minutes away which was absolutely lovely! We even let our pooch Teddy off the lead for the first time to enjoy the wonderful scenery! The location was great and close to convenience stores and restaurant/pubs - we didn't personally sample these as we aimed to relax but we wouldn't have had to do much research as there is a wonderfully detailed guest info book in the room personally recommending loads of near by eateries! We did have lunch from the Graylings fish and chip shop after the beach which was the nicest I've ever had! I only had the kids portion and it filled me up a treat! Overall a wonderful stay and many fond memories made! Thanks Mr & Mrs Day! We will definitely return!

Loved the hot tub and that you could hire a bike on site and immediately set off to the Tarka Trail.

Great location, very peaceful, spotlessly clean. The bread and jam were delicious & lovely of Peter to introduce himself & check everything was OK. A couple of very minor criticisms, It would have been good to have separate towels for the hot tub plus some plastic glasses to use. Also a small pack of a few teabags, coffee,milk would have been appreciated, for a needed cuppa on arrival. The regular bus service was amazing, fish & chips from up the road, some of the best I have ever tasted. Would we come back, definitely!,. Already looking at next year, & bringing the family with us, to stay in the adjoining lodge. Tip- Blackberry lodge was very private & quiet, didn't even see our neighbours!

It is a nice touch having a washing machine but we struggled to get the clothes dry as there was no tumble dryer. It would be good to have a washer dryer or at least a tumble dryer on site for shared usage.

Our fourth stay in Blackberry Lodge and each stay seems better than the last so we are planning our next visit as we sadly leave. We arrived late but the lodge was lit up ,warm and welcoming. The lodge is very clean, well equipped, the furniture so comfortable occasionally we fell asleep after long walks on the near by Tarka trail!!You're guaranteed a good night's sleep in a comfortable bed . There are photos on canvas of the local area that make you want to find those beaches and walk. The personal touches made the holiday, an extra dining chair for a visitor, fresh bread , still warm, and home made jam unlike anything you can buy. We've just had a fabulous stay that went far too quickly, thanks to Peter and Jayne who make you very welcome.

We had a lovely time and were made to feel very welcome. Thank you.

Great place to stay, Loved Instow, beach just fantastic for the dogs. Will be booking again very soon

Really enjoyed our stay at Damson Lodge. It was immaculate and the facilities were very good, even a dishwasher and no shortage of kitchen utensils. We didn't use the hot tub provided.. but that was just our choice, it looked inviting. Our only criticism was the glass dining room table. Being square it was all too easy to catch oneself painfully on the corners which all three of us did as it was not easy to see the edges when walking past.

A very enjoyable stay in an excellent location. The lodge was very welcoming and comfy not just for us but for the dogs as well, especially with the secure dog enclosure attached. Many wonderful beaches close by plus access to the Tarka trail only 100yds away. We have already booked for next year.

Just visited for a long weekend and didn't want to leave. Ideal base for a break away with the dogs, a short walk through the farmyard and on the tarka trail or coastal path. Spacious, clean & added bonus of a hot tub & gas BBQ. Cherry Lodge was lovely a lots of room for us and our two dogs. Thank you for supplying nice pet friendly holiday lets.

Wonderful lodge with all you need provided. A good central place to stay as lots to see & do. Easy access to the Tarka trail. Only 1 recommendation would be is to have the garden around the lodge fenced in so it would be easier for the dogs (like the 3 other lodges). Great people nothing is too much trouble.

Our second stay in the Blackberry Lodge and it was as lovely as the last time including the weather! We love the peacefulness, the convenience of the location, it being dog friendly, along with the high standard finish and cleanliness of each lodge. Peter as friendly and helpful as ever. Will be going back!

We stayed in Apple lodge which is the largest of the lodges and caters for up to 8 people, there were just my husband, myself and two dogs, the lodge itself was immaculate very very clean very well kitted out, we ate out only twice, Peter greeted us on our first evening with home cooked bread and home made jam, which was delicious, I would recommend all dog owners to give this a try, this was our first visit to Orchard Lodges and we will definitely be going back, Peter was fantastic, informative and ready to do anything to improve our stay but he had already succeeded, Thank you Peter, your Wife and your team we look forward to seeing you next year.

We have stayed at Orchard Lodges several times and they are absolutely superb with a great location right on the Tarka Trail and particularly dog friendly.

I have just returned from a stay at the Damson lodge. It was perfect for my holiday, and very cosy & homely. It was central for where I wanted to visit in the area. The lodge had everything I wanted for my stay. The only thing I would say, is that a page is added to the Welcome folder on how to operate the heating and the white appliances, as I had to disturb Peter a few times because of this. I shall certainly return for another holiday. VJG & Truffles (my dog) f

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Just returned from a fantastic week staying in Damson lodge.The lodge was to a very high standard and provided everything we wanted for our stay. Great location for a very peaceful relaxing time and an ideal spot within reach of anywhere along the north Devon coastline. Also a great place to take the dog with direct access to the Tarka trail and various paths along the coastline. Would definitely return and will be recommending it to everyone I can. Would also recommend the Williams Arms,Wrafton, Nr Braunton if looking to eat out.The bar area is dog friendly and the meal we had was fantastic. We only wish we had discovered it at the beginning of our holiday. Pete, Tina, and Bracken (woof woof)

This was our 2nd visit to Blackberry Lodge in a year and this time our sons rented out Damson so,it was a family holiday . We had a lovely stay and found it as before cleaned to a high standard you would never think these are dog friendly lodges as they are pristine . Hot tub fab and Peter and Jane were brilliant hosts as usual

Will definitely be visiting again.. It was all exactly how the photo's had portrayed it, inside and out. Spacious and comfortable, bathrooms and kitchen fittings are top standard and a joy to use. Our first morning breakfast of 'the bread and jam' was delicious, thank you. We so enjoyed the hot tub, a wonderful extra. The whole surrounding area is beautiful, we especially enjoyed Instow Beach and Appledore. Meals at the Instow Arms were delicious. Our only problem, which Peter couldn't have foreseen, is that we dare not risk our venturesome terrier off his lead in the paddock. We could hear chickens on the other side of the hedge and just know CHARLIE would push his way through the hedge. It didn't matter because we were able to walk him down to the Tarka Trail several times a day. The other two dogs, a Labrador and a poodle did enjoy the paddock. Peter is so welcoming and attentive without being intrusive. A lovely, lovely holiday. We hope to return.

We have had another fantastic stay at Orchard Lodges and cannot fault in any way the Lodge and it's surroundings it was perfect, will be back soon. Bev and Kev

Wonderful stay, great location with easy access to the local walks and beaches. Very private and quiet and the facilities were fantastic we didn't want for anything. Hot tub fantastic the kids loved it as did we, our first trip away with our puppy and it was perfect for him too. Thanks Peter for your advice on where to go and also your hospitality.

the accommodation exceeded our expectations. We were looking for a brilliant location with good facilities for 2 families with children - and the lodge was perfect. We wanted a hot tub, which was brilliant & bigger than we thought - so fitted us all in! I would highly recommend a stay at the farm - and Peter was brilliant at seeing that everything was okay for our stay x

Peter is very helpful and can always be contacted if advice or help is needed and I am sure both he and his wife would do anything they possibly could to make your stay more enjoyable. The lodge was very clean and the beds extremely comfortable. It was well equipped with everything that you would need and even included a hairdryer in each bedroom. The hot tub is a fabulous addition and was used daily during our week stay. The area is very peaceful and quiet, we were not disturbed by any noise at all. Good access onto the Tarka Trail and nature reserve. Instow beach is in walking distance for those with dogs and plenty of space for off lead time. There are also plenty of other beaches nearby. We would definitely recommend this accommodation to anybody visiting the area. Thank you for a lovely stay at Cherry Lodge.

A wonderful relaxing stay, fantastic greeting from Peter with the warm loaf and amazing jam. The whole area is peaceful and everyone has come back very relaxed. Everything is there to make your stay complete, from the soft fluffy towells to the wonderful enclosed garden area for the dogs. Great walks along the Tarka Trail and I would recommend a walk to Instow the lunch we had at The Instow Arms was lovely. Cant wait for the next time

We loved our stay at Orchard Lodges. A quiet, relaxed get away from it all holiday. Perfect location to explore North Devon and all it has to offer. Peter was very attentive and always around to answer questions or supply suggestions of the best locations. Hot tub was great to have and all amenities in the lodges catered for our needs. We would definitely stay again and recommend it to anyone looking for a holiday in the UK.

Our second visit lived up to our expectations and had a fabulous week at Blackberry Lodge... Thank you to Peter for making us so very welcome ... We will be back next year !

We stayed at Apple Lodge for a week and the  Lodge was great, especially the hot tub as the weather was not good. The Bread and Jam was lovely and a nice thought to receive this when we arrived. The one problem we encountered was there was nowhere to dry clothes and towels. With the English weather and the Lodge being in the location it is, most people want to go for walks and drying the clothes and towels of eight people each day including those from using the hot tub became a real problem as it was to warm to put the heating on in August. Apart from this we had a lovely time, the fenced off garden area for our dog was a great idea as he was able to run free there without concerns of him getting out. If you want a holiday to take your dogs, you can't go wrong staying in one of Orchard Lodges. Would like to return again but hopefully with better weather.

This was our second stay in Blackberry Lodge this year. Absolutely 5 star all the way, great location. The lodge is well maintained and very clean and is secluded which lets you chill out in peace in the hot tub. The owners Peter and Jayne are lovely people who make you feel very welcome. Looking forward to our next stay. Bev and Kev

Fabulous walks with dogs and to local pubs and restaurants. Hot tub added that something extra and we didn't miss a day!

We all had a great week in beautiful Deven. This area is a hidden gem! Unspoilt beach at Instow, direct access to the tarka trail and convenient for exploring North Devon. There is great bus service 2 minutes walk away to all towns & villages. The lodge was to a very high standard, quality furniture ( really big comfy beds) the bbq and hot tub were fantastic ! Everything was spotlessly clean. You could watch beautiful sunsets from the outdoor area/hot tub. We hired a couple of bikes from Peter which was fun and you can hire bikes for children at Fremington quay or Barnstaple. Peter was really friendly and welcoming ( loved the fresh bread and jam) If I had to nitpick about anything I would say there was some noise in Damson lodge from the nearby road and a dog in the village but this is out of Peters control. Overall I would highly recommend this place to everyone and we would certainly come back but to Apple or Blackberry lodge so they were away from the road. Thank you Peter for a lovely holiday x x

Fantastic accommodation for family of five plus two dogs. Helpful friendly service and would book again.

Lovely lodge for staying in this area. The lodge was a lovely sun trap in the afternoon perfect for dipping in and out of the hot tub!

Clean and modern with everything you need and want. Very dog friendly and loved the hot tub. Peter is a lovely welcoming host. We will be coming back.

We've just returned from a wonderfully relaxing stay at Damson Lodge. Very welcoming owners who checked on you to make sure everything was ok. We arrived late due to an accident on the M5 & were worried since we knew we would miss our Waitrose food delivery but one quick call to Orchard Lodges & they called Waitrise for us & we arrived to find all our shopping put away! The accommodation was spotless & extremely well equipped. The hot tub was wonderful as was the enclosed wild meadow garden in which our dog loved to roam free! It's in a great position & we had wonderful good old fashioned family fun visiting beaches & seaside towns. Being right next to the Tarka Trail was fantastic & I shall miss our evening dog walks there! A wonderful stay, we were sad to leave!

Just come back from a week in Apple lodge. lt was amazing the hot tub was fantastic also the scenery . The lodge was spotless and the size of all the rooms were great,the fresh bread and jam went down a treat to.l could go on and on, all I can say now is thank you Peter and we will all see you again soon. 

Marlene and Family.

Clean , modern setting but very comfortable too. We enjoyed the hot tub and the fenced in area for the dog meant we all had a good holiday .Local area was amazing , we all fell in love with Instow beach .A warm welcome from Peter and some great advice on places to visit. Thanks,we hope to return !

The lodge was beautiful, the surroundings were incredible and Peter was lovely. We will definitely be back next year.

Peter was extremely cheerful and helpful and we can't wait to return! Not far from the local beach at Instow but so many other coastal walks just on your doorstep. The lodge itself was immaculate and fitted with everything we needed! Hot-tub and BBQ were used every night, such a relaxing stay. Thank you!

Peter was a great host loved the access to the meadow for dogs & the hot tub was bliss.  Would definitely stay here again.

We enjoyed our 10 day stay in the Cherry Lodge immensely! Spacious, immaculate condition and the deck and Hot Tub were a nice bonus.Along with the freshly baked bread for our first mornings stay made us feel most welcome. Located conveniently we had a short distance to travel for activities for the Kids. Would definitely recommend.!!

-just a couple of things;the bread and jam were appreciated but a few tea-bags,a little coffee and some milk would be very welcome after a long journey while awaiting a grocery delivery(did not really feel like getting back in the car to get these items)and perhaps soap in the bathrooms? We also thought that a Guest comments book would be another source of information. Hope you have a wonderful season. Tricia Richardson

Thoroughly enjoyed the bread and jam! The hot tub was fab and we loved listening to the horses and sheep. Braunton burrow beach was amazing! Best beach I have been too! Thank you!

Peter was a fantastic host who made us all feel very welcome. We had wonderful weather and spent a relaxing week in Damson Lodge. Would definitely recommend it, very dog friendly and welcoming. The enclosed area for the dogs was a real bonus.

Friendly & helpful owner. We will be visiting again.

Peter was charming and helpful, bread and jam fantastic touch, hot tub a real treat - we will be back!!

The kitchen was very well equipped for all our cooking needs. We loved the hot tub and the sofas were extremely comfortable for relaxing on too. Plenty of communication from the owner Peter who made us feel very welcome and we loved the fresh bread and jam on our first morning too, what a nice touch!

Lovely accommodation with all the touches you need and such a well equipped kitchen. Bertie our cockerpoo was well catered for and if you value your pet as we do then you want the best and Bertie loved it. 

Thank you Peter we will be back!

Can't fault it! Been there twice now and intend to go more! 

Wonderful setting, fantastic lodge , very dog friendly , host very helpful.Top of the range accommodation , hot tub is just marvelous. Excellent holiday at an affordable price.

Just arrived back from a midweek break and cannot fault the accommodation or the owners who were very helpful in places to visit etc. Would definitely recommended this to family/ friends. Will visit again.

Stayed here for a weekend, we had 2 log cabins and both were fantastic, could not fault anything. Enjoyed so much we will be returning next year. Highly recommend.

Would highly recommend this place, we have just got home after a week's stay and it was wonderful. Beautiful Lodge very well stocked in a lovely area with the most amazing beaches n walks near by and all dog friendly. I have a German shepherd and it was so nice to be welcome with him even in the pubs lol. Will definitely be going back xx

We have four Golden Retrievers and they loved the Meadow, think they were more upset to come home than we were. Booked to go back next April it was so good. Well equipped and spotless, couldn't ask for more.

We had an excellent week in the lodge. The quality of the accommodation and the equipment and fittings inside the lodge meant we wanted for nothing. (Except sunshine). Peter, the owner /our host was helpful and on hand if we were to need anything. Being greeted with a homemade, still warm, fresh loaf of bread and pot of jam was a delightful bonus as was the very private large decked area with hot-tub at the rear of the lodge. We would stay again if on holiday in that location and would recommend to our friends and family. Thank you for a very nice holiday.

This was a lovely place to stay. Beautiful accommodation, clean and fresh. We needed to be in town every day and the regular bus service was perfect for this. Had we wanted to go off to the sea and country side there was public transport to Bideford and Westward Ho and good roads to help us do this as well.

What a wonderful week we had at Orchard Lodges, we stayed in Damson Lodge with our two Border Terriers. The pictures do not do the lodges justice! So rare to find luxury accommodation when you have dogs. Everything was of the highest standard and I mean everything.The lodge was so clean we wondered if we were the first people to stay there, all credit to the cleaners. Location wise it is perfect for the beautiful beaches of North Devon, and only 200 meters to The Tarka Trail. The wild meadow was huge and fully enclosed for the dogs, which they loved. We loved the hot tub, was so welcome after long walks. Peter was lovely and very helpful, but not as lovely as the homemade bread and marmalade he kindly brought us on our first morning. Absolutely a 5* rating from us. See you next year Peter.

Excellent facility.recomend anytime.helpfull owners

We had a great week in Blackberry Lodge. It was clean, well equipped and so comfortable and the hot tub is such a bonus. We were able to soak our weary muscles after all the walking we did each day. It is a beautiful setting and we really enjoyed seeing all the different birds. We enjoyed North Devon so much I am sure we will return one day. Once again, thank you for helping us have a truly wonderful holiday.

Had a wonderful week in Apple Lodge, it was so peaceful. NEVER felt so as one with nature. Nice owners very helpful and thoughtful. We will definitely be back.

Had an amazing time in Apple Lodge. Have booked for next year and let's hope the weather is as good. Thank you Peter for such a clean and lovely lodge.

5 stars across the board....need say no more Thanks Peter and staff for another wonderful break

The lodges are superbly equipped and in an ideal location with direct access to the Tarka Trail and an added bonus is that they are totally dog friendly.

I stayed in Damson Lodge with my husband and puppy. Peter was very welcoming and was very knowledgeable about the area. The lodge has been made to a high standard: the layout was perfect, the furniture was comfortable and the hot tub was a lovely way to relax after a day of walking. The only downside was the heat at night as there wasn't any air conditioning.

We stayed in Blackberry lodge with my mum, daughter and our 3 dogs. Very clean and modern lodge with a private hot tub. We were welcomed by Peter with a loaf of fresh home baked bread and jam which was very welcome after our 6 hr journey. Very close to the tarka trail which is excellent for walkers or bikers. Close to local shops and supermarkets. Plus plenty of places to visit with or without dogs. Will definitely be booking again. Thanks Peter.

Just got back from 4 nights in orchard lodge. Peter messaged us on our way down to tell us the lodge was ready early so we didn't have to wait for the normal 16:00 check in. When we did arrive the key is in a secure key box so no having to wait at a reception. To say the lodge was clean would be an understatement and be doing a mis-service to the cleaning team. The place was spotless! I have never stayed in anywhere as clean. Having dropped off our bags we drove the 10 mins to the supermarket to stock up and returned to find Peter waiting with a loaf of hot fresh bread and a pot of homemade jam...... just what was needed after a 4 hour drive. As for the accommodation it's self...... Could not have asked for more. Everything you need in your home from home. It was so relaxing we didn't want to come home, and neither did our two labs. It was the little things that made it. Dog owners will get this..... as you walk up to the front door on a nice slate chip path, there is a tap and hose to wash the dogs off before you get inside, so no salty muddy dogs having to be bundled on to the deck to be washed. Thanks again Peter for a wonderful few days. We WILL be back!

We stayed in Apple Lodge for a long weekend, 6 of us and two dogs. The lodge was very spacious and had everything we needed. The hot tub was amazing and there was a gated area of grass for the dogs to go outside where we knew they would be safe. Lovely home made bread and jam for us when we arrived. There is a fish and chip shop and Chinese around a 5 minute drive away and a Morrison's about 10/15! Would definitely recommend Orchard Lodges and we will be returning. Thank you Peter!

Cannot fault anything excellent stay In Apple Lodge 6 of us and two dogs we had a lovely long weekend. Will be returning!

Perfect accommodation for us, should have booked longer. But we will be back.

What a dream cottage to stay. We were in Cherry lodge and everything was there from a teaspoon to a hot tub. This was a fantastic break everything about it was brilliant and the hosts were perfect, made us very welcome. Getting in the hottub after a day out was just heaven. I would recommend this place to anyone who is looking for sheer luxury! We will be back.

Excellent base for the Tarka Trail.  Myself and a group of friends stayed in Apple Lodge and it is a great base for access to the Tarka Trail. The lodge is spacious and very well equipped. It was sparkling clean and very well maintained. The kitchen area has everything you need including a dishwasher and washing machine. Peter welcomed us on the first morning with homemade bread and marmalade. I would highly recommend it.

Perfect weekend, accommodation beautiful, clean, modern an in a great position, bus stop 2 mins up the road. Couldn't of asked for a nicer place to be. Also absolutely lovely hosts with homemade bread an jam on 1st day of arrival. Everything was perfect even accommodating for the dog with a closed in garden area to let her out!!. Hot tub excellent an just finished it all off nicely. Have booked again an looking forward to our stay in August xx

Lovely clean lodge, nice quiet location with very easy access to the tarka trail to walk the dogs. Peter welcomed us with fresh homemade bread and jam which was very gratefully received after a 4 hr drive. Close to local amenities and a short drive from a supermarket. The lodge had every thing you required but the best bit for us was the hot tub fantastic for relaxing in after a day out. Will definitely be booking again next year. Thank you.

We have stayed in many 'dog friendly' lodges and this is the first one that is actually dog friendly. The gate on the decking into the huge enclosed play area for the dogs is fab meaning we can chill in the hot tub and the boys can play in the garden. Might of been good to have a little poo bin in the area as 3 big dogs is a lot of poop, rather than using the house bin. Lovely modern bbq which is a good family size at no extra charge.little things like dishwashing tablets for our stay, foil, ashtray, washing up liquid was great as we have been some places that didn't have the essentials. Would of been nice if there was a blue ray player for the rainy days but plenty to watch on free view so not a big deal. The lodge was spacious, you walk and and think wow this is stunning while still being dog friendly with hardwood floors for boys, lovely comfy sofas- we brought our sofa throws as my boys have to sit with mummy lol. And the heated towel rails was lovely when coming out of the lodge. There are lovely walks with the dogs right on the doorstep and Peter even went out of his way to show us a gorgeous beach which doesn't have many people and dogs there for our nervous Saint Bernard. The best thing is you are secluded but walking distance to the seafront for some lovely meals to have a few hours of an evening without the boys but they are also dog friendly just our saint isn't good with strangers, plenty of buses as well. Peter was fab start to finish answered any queries before we arrived. Greeted us on arrival with lovely homemade bread and jam and explained the area to us. We were left to our own devices yet Peter was never far away if any problems or questions. He really went the extra mile to make sure our stay was enjoyable. With all the lodges I have been too this is the first time I can hostels say we will be back again and recommend to everyone. The lodge and hot tub was luxurious yet practical for dogs at the same time, the hosts very helpful and welcoming, and it really was dog friendly. Only downfall was wifi wasn't working but that was a problem with company not Peter, yet Peter did say we could go down to the main house for internet if needed but my phone worked fine. Thank you Peter for a fantastic home from home :):):):)

Blackberry Lodge was everything it was claimed to be. We had a very relaxing few days together with our two Dogs, who also had a great time. Peters welcome and attention to our needs was all we could have asked for. The food on offer at the recommended hostelries, was also first rate. Both of us and our dogs look forward to going back sometime

Just returned from a wonderful week at Damson Lodge, everything was 5 star, we spent every night in the wonderful hot tub, location to the Tarka Trail and Instow was superb. The owner Peter was the perfect host delivering homemade bread and jam on our first morning. The lodge was so well equipped and cosy, we felt so at home here and look forward to many return visits, so much so we have booked to spend after xmas and New Year - can't wait. Thank you Peter for a fantastic week in your luxury lodge.