Ruth

2 weeks ago

Very helpful instructions re finding the property- worth reading. Really peaceful, idyllic setting. Beautiful cottagey accomodation, very comfortable and spotless. Everything you need and more! The indoor pool and sauna are a joy to use, loved having the cosy robes provided. Easy to get out to fantastic walking areas. Thank you.

Steve

4 weeks ago

We had a fantastic time and left feeling very relaxed

Kevin

1 month ago

This is an extremely comfortable place to stay in a very peaceful setting. What really stood out for us was the indoor pool. If you are a keen swimmer, then this is the place for you. However, if you just like to lay by the pool, it's also the place for you! The sauna was an added bonus and was easy to use and worked well. Really stunning facilities.

Cara

2 months ago

A lovely place to switch off and enjoy some down time. Lovely facilities with the swimming pool and sauna being a big highlight. Would stay again!

Karl

2 months ago

The hosts were exceptional from the start. Lovely accommodation felt right at home, hot tub and pool were amazing. Would definitely go back.

Lee

2 months ago

The hosts were friendly, the property had everything you needed to have a wonderful weekend. The hot tub was a wicked touch. The pool we had to ourselves and the sauna was perfect after our long hikes. Overall loved it.

Matthew

3 months ago

Lovely cottage. Amazing pool and sauna, which is shared between the host family and 2 air bnbs, so it mostly feels like a private spa just for you!

James

3 months ago

Overall a lovely place to stay. Monty and Boris the dogs are lovely and want to play. The hosts of the house make you feel at home. Swimming pool is lovely and wood fired hottub was easy to use

Steve

6 months ago

Lawrence, Theresa and Charlotte were incredibly helpful in sorting out a few teething troubles with the booking and then the stay was excellent with top drawer facilities and location.

Anna

6 months ago

We had a great time at Swifts Return, a beautiful tranquil location with plenty of local walks and pubs. Particularly enjoyed the sauna, pool and hot tub which we always had to ourselves. The family on site have two small dogs and a cat who were always curious and intrigued when we were out in the courtyard. They were very sweet! Overall just a lovely, relaxing escape which was just what we needed.

Marie

8 months ago

Had a lovely stay at Fresh escapes, the flat was really clean and comfortable! The kitchen had everything needed to cook properly and very functional. The surroundings are beautiful and a proper escape. However, we were very disappointed by the swimming pool, it was advertised as heated but was cold and we could not swim at all, I am pregnant and was looking forward to swimming as I could not go into the sauna!

Lilija

8 months ago

We had a wonderful time away and stay at the apartment, definitely recommend for a getaway !

Katie

9 months ago

This is a 5star retreat, we had a peaceful 3 nights, with endless walks, swimming sauna, we didn’t try the hot tub, maybe better/easier in warmer months? This is the first air BnB I’ve stayed in with sharp kitchen knives, everything works, & the hosts were generous with fire wood & space. Highly recommended.

Beth

11 months ago

Wonderful stay at this place - it was so relaxing and has everyone you need for a cosy stay, with the log burner, sky box, good WiFi, hot tub and well stocked kitchen. The host was really responsive whenever we had questions. Gorgeous area with amazing walks across Dartmoor national park so was the perfect base for us.

Reuben

1 year ago

We had a lovely time at Fresh Escapes. The house had everything we needed for our stay and we couldn’t have asked for anything more. No complaints, will definitely be back!

Olivia

1 year ago

This was a lovely stay for me and my partner. The space was lovely and the location was amazing! The pool on the property was lovely after some long days of walking, and the space was warm and cozy. The hot tub was a little bit tricky as have to maintain the fire frequently, but was lovely once it was warm. We very much enjoyed our weekend.

Catherine

1 year ago

This place is absolutely stunning! Added bonus of a hot tune and swimming pool! The area is beautiful, the beach and Caninteign Falls were lovely. I wished we were able to extend our stay!

Laura

1 year ago

I stayed here for the weekend and it was perfect! So peaceful and private. The pool is shared however we were the only ones in it. The place is so clean and homely (most comfortable bed and sofa). Our hot tub heated up fast and was easy to set up. The hosts were lovely and so helpful after our car broke down. Beaches are all around may be a 15-30 min drive depending where you are going. Couldn’t fault anything, it was perfect and we will definitely be back again (most likely in the winter) Amazing! Thank you x

Lauren

1 year ago

Really lovely place to stay, would definitely stay here again! Only thing to be aware of is the hot tub takes a very long time to heat up (4+ hours) so just be mindful of that if you want to use it. Pool and sauna were lovely and had them to ourselves the time we used it which was great. Overall a very clean and tidy place would definitely recommend!

Callum

1 year ago

A beautiful space out in the countryside, with excellent links to the motor way to travel all round Devon with ease. Check in details were a bit confusing, make sure you follow to a tee! Will defiantly re visit!

Helen

1 year ago

Lovley house. All went smoothly and help was on hand as needed. Really good service. Thank you

Beata

1 year ago

we stayed at swifts return second time now, we absolutely love this place ! great, peaceful & beautiful location. Amazing pool and sauna 😊 Comfy bed and lovely little kitchen, with all the needed equipment ( we like to cook) definitely will be staying there again 😁🙏

Gareth

1 year ago

There were two apartments attached to the owners property and we had the upstairs one (Swift's Return) on the level with the swimming pool. The apartment was immaculate with a large TV in the lounge and a smaller one in the bedroom. The kitchen was modern and well equipped and the bathroom spotlessly clean Immediately outside was the hot tub (wood fired, so be prepared to fill and heat up well in advance of when you intend to use it) and the indoor heated swimming pool was about a 20 seconds walk from the front door. We loved our stay, very relaxing. The owners were on hand and very helpful if needed but otherwise just left us to our own devices. I highly recommend this property and would love to go back

Jennifer

1 year ago

What a lovely experience in the heart of Devon right near lush Dartmoor. The location was accessible to so many gorgeous hikes in the forest and moors, and the space was a soothing sanctuary.

Mila

1 year ago

Was a lovely place to stay, unfortunately our trip got cut short but would love to be back.

Nick

1 year ago

Fantastic family friendly stay with the dogs in the teign valley. The property was a real gem with fantastic facilities. The swimming pool was an ideal place to give my 4 month old baby his first swim. The location was completely remote with no amenities nearby however we had prepared pretty well. The only slight personal niggle was that there were no shops or pubs nearby to walk to. But if you’re looking for a perfect property in a remote location for a self catered family trip, then Hyner bridge is ideal.

William

1 year ago

great place and great host. thank you.

Kerry

1 year ago

For what you get, this place is absolutely perfect. Free range to use hot tub, sauna and swimming pool. Had use of these amenities to ourselves. Very private. Beautiful grounds and the place we stayed was lovely. Just perfect! The dogs loved running around in the guest garden and by the stream. Hosts were friendly and helpful. Didn’t want to leave so we payed for an extra night. Would definitely recommend. And would definitely pay this place a visit again in the future. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Rebecca

1 year ago

Property as described, perfect for two. Check-in was easy, property looked as pictured with a working kitchen and all required crockery and pans. Hot tub was not as expected, instead of the 2-3 hours as described, this took 4 hours to fill and a further 4 hours to heat, so if you were staying for just one day this would not be possible to use. Generally peaceful other than one evening where the owners dog kept us up until midnight with it’s barking. Is a good central Devon location if you wanted to travel to beaches and the national park. Thanks for the stay.

Charli

1 year ago

Lovely place, beautiful surroundings & helpful hosts. Private patio with hot tub & almost exclusive use of the pool and sauna. Local to plenty of lovely walks. We had a couple of issues with the power (something kept tripping the sockets) but the owner came over to chat to us about it, very responsive.

Fiona

1 year ago

Lovely stay in a beautiful accommodation and area! Any small problems were sorted out quickly and the owners were very helpful as well as Fresh Escapes.

Sarah

1 year ago

Great facilities, had the pool and sauna to ourselves whenever we used them. The hot tub took a bit of effort, but once it was heated it stayed warm for the whole of our stay. Very peaceful place to stay.

David

1 year ago

Only two well maintained 2 bed apartments, which means you have almost exclusive access to a lovely pool and sauna. You had a wood fired hot tub which always goes down well. Peaceful and great setting for a proper relax.

Joanne

1 year ago

Beautiful secluded location. Additional facilities such as po sauna and ho5 tub make this a break to really relax, unwind and enjoy the stunning location. The apartment is spacious, cleqn and comfortable. Would definitely reconisder booking again

Jack

1 year ago

Lovely bolthole hidden in the beautiful countryside.

Jack

1 year ago

Honestly the best weekend away in Dartmoor and such a beautiful place to stay! Will 100% be returning for a second trip

Will

2 years ago

Had a lovely stay. Will come again 🌅

Iain

2 years ago

Thank you for a wonderful experience, we struggled with the wood fired hot tub but got there in the end, albeit was briefly due to rain. sauna, pool, facilities, absolutely first class. Comfy bed, great night sleep to be had, close to interesting locations such as Castle Drogo Teignmouth etc. overall absolutely 5*

Oliver

2 years ago

Lovely place, great stay for a couple nights. The pool house was amazing and the apartment was lovely! Very peaceful surroundings! Would come back!

George

2 years ago

Fantastic getaway with beautiful surroundings. Everything a small family would need. Friendly hosts. Lovely to jump in the hot tub after a day out. Really enjoyed our stay and will be staying again in the future.

Ross

2 years ago

A beautiful and quiet place to stay and relax

Elliot

2 years ago

Just felt over priced, hot tub glass missing in door meant it took an age to heat up along with poor pressure meant it took two hours to fill not one as advertised . Sauna not on with no instructions in pool area of how to make it work. (Later found them in the room in a very tired manual) Owners dogs onsite very loud and when left unattended would bark. A lot! Felt like it had been cleaned after last use and not checked and maybe left a while as there was so many cob webs and spiders. No shops near by no problem we were prepared. However there is 1 x frying pan 1 x sauce pan 2x different wine glasses not particularly nice. Other bits plentiful Over all it’s a beautiful space and we had a lovely time but I feel like with a little extra from the hosts it could be so much more. Tips - A little bottle of milk, some extra kitchen amenities. Wood, fire lighters kindling waiting for you to use. Not having to get it from the log barn Double check the clean

Thomas

2 years ago

went for a long weekend in August. smaller than expected, faffy check in, shower was unusable. Disappointing.

Beata

2 years ago

My partner and I had a fantastic time! Beautiful, peaceful location just what we needed. We loved spending time by the pool and using the sauna - it was so relaxing and private! The bed was very comfortable, kitchen had everything we needed ☺️ Overall we had a very pleasant time and we will definitely be visiting again 😊 Beautiful waterfall walk is just 3 min drive from the property. So for people who like spending time in nature this place is a dream 😁

Sarah

2 years ago

Lovely place

Jake

2 years ago

Beautiful place

Sam

2 years ago

This was the second time my partner and I have stayed here. Both times we have had a very relaxed holiday!

Pawel

2 years ago

Lots of issues here regarding the venue. A massive lack of maintenance prior to our stay. No electricity on the patio with hot tub. Lots of lightbulbs not working in kitchen and bathroom. No central heating working in December. Outside stairwell did not have any working lights making it a serous safety issue. The landlady seems to be not very welcoming to other pets ( saying our 3 French bulldogs were aggressive just because she did not like them) Nothing has been checked prior to our arrival to avoid all these issues and then they are bragging about the high quality maintenance and cleaning ( we suspect the cleaning was done by the ever present housewife..) Also the place was expensive, difficult to find and no locals seems to know this place. There is literally no network cover making it impossible to use any map or place a call. Definitely not good value for money

Shane

2 years ago

Amazing location and perfect for a relaxing weekend away.

Joanne Elizabeth S

3 years ago

what a stunning location, the bed is very comfortable and the place was very clean. However, not very private as the lounge and bedroom look out on the owners private house and garden and you have to walk through their private garden to get to the pool. It would have been nice to have the hottub filled, if not heated, ready for arrival as it tool ages to do. Couldn't use it the first night as the logs and kindling weren't where the welcome said they would be. I contacted fresh escapes who didn't reply until the next morning to say that you helped yourself from the main houses log store. (not owners fault). 2nd day was not a relaxing one as the owners dog barked continually throughout the day. Again contacted fresh escapes twice before they responded and they took a long time to respond. They had to message the owner to come home to settle the dog. Also a large wasps nest in the garden which was annoying. Such a shame because its a beautiful place but wouldn't stay again at the price!

Alannah

3 years ago

Beautiful home with fab amenities

Slawomir

3 years ago

In general, very nice place to stay. Recommended. The gardens lights weren't working and was hard to find the hose to fill the hot tab.

Thomas

3 years ago

Amazing location lovely hosts and Boris the dog was our best friend. Would love to stay again and will hopefully soon

Christiana

3 years ago

Overall the place was acceptable and the owner Teressa was extremely helpful. Unfortunately there were a few issues with the apartment, we arrived to ants in the bedroom (the ant nest seemed to be just outside the bedroom) and ended up having to use ant powder and spray to stop them coming in whilst we were there (this wasn’t great as I am pregnant). The guttering outside the bedroom is broken so when it rained there was dripping sounds all night long which kept us up. The hot tub did not have jets so it took longer to heat up than expected and the lighting outside did not work, we do not know why. We were told we could not arrive earlier or have a bit of a later check out for no reason, even though we knew no one was staying the day before and day we were leaving. I did inform the management agent I was 27 weeks pregnant but they didn’t seem to care. The location is lovely and the swimming pool and sauna is wonderful!

Will

4 years ago

Fantastic place, great location, and really friendly hosts. Facilities were very good and I would definitely recommend for a relaxing stay.

David

4 years ago

Brilliant stay!

Kirsty

4 years ago

Had a really relaxing couple of days, own private patio with hot tub and BBQ. Easy access to the pool, which although shared we had to ourselves on all visits and after such hot days recently, the pool was so lovely and such a luxury! Everyone was really friendly and welcoming, the grounds were beautiful and really peaceful. Would really recommend for a relaxing break away!

Joe

4 years ago

Amazing flat, very well situated in gorgeous countryside. Friendly welcoming atmosphere, definitely recommend.

Mathew

4 years ago

Amazing place. Amazing access to a romantic log fired hot tub, with the ability to cool off in the large pool. Location is perfect for entertainment, located close to transport links and local places for entertainment.

Victoria

4 years ago

We had a wonderfully relaxing stay at Swifts Return. The apartment is super comfy, clean and has everything you need. The garden is beautiful and our dog had so much fun exploring and playing with the owners very sweet dogs. The pool and sauna area is fantastic, we felt like we were on a spa weekend! The location is great as it’s so close to some lovely villages to explore and places to see. I recommend staying here to get away from it all and explore Dartmoor, we loved it!

Andreea

4 years ago

Private Hot tub , communal sauna and swimming pool.

Ellie

4 years ago

Such a wonderful place to stay for a romantic weekend. The hosts are loveky and Fresh escapes were very good at replyig to any quieries or issues. Would love to come back and stay again!

Tommy

4 years ago

Beautiful place, hidden away on Dartmoor National Park. The sound of the babbling brook at the bottom of the property greets you as soon as you open the front door, alongside the vocal presence of pheasants, robins and blackbirds, and the silent deer who we spotted out of the window on a few of mornings we spent there. The sauna is wonderful, the pool is great, and starlit nights in the hot-tub are a real treat. Kind and friendly owners and responsive support team make for a great experience.

Andreea

4 years ago

Highly recommended!

Curtis

5 years ago

Amazing place! Would definitely stay again!

Hannah

5 years ago

Such a beautiful little hidden gem! We visited for our mini moon and it was everything we wanted. We didn’t see another person whilst we were there and it felt like we were able to enjoy it as if we were the only people there. Would definitely recommend if you’re looking for a secluded get away with limited phone signal! Beautiful place.

David

5 years ago

We arrived at the correct time expecting to use the facilities but were unable due to hosts lack of organisation. The location is ideal for a getaway and getting out and about in the area. If you want peace and quiet then you may get it depending if the owners have left their barking dog for a few hours or not. The facilities are lovely when you are able to use them and the accommodation is a good sized apartment although it requires some better up keep with broken slabs, window sills and other cosmetic bits. Overall, this is an overpriced apartment that I feel a little misled on using given the description and price.

Harriet

5 years ago

Beautiful location

Kaylee

5 years ago

Lovely place. Had everything we needed, check in a was easy and we had a great week.

Jessica

5 years ago

A hidden gem, peace and tranquility in a fully functional flat. We loved the hot tub, the garden and the gorgeous countryside. It was a perfect romantic getaway for our honeymoon and we felt so welcome. We will definitely be back!

Lola

5 years ago

Lovely apartment and location, however extremely overpriced and not worth the money. Tv in bedroom not working, leaky sink in kitchen, hot tub was very disappointing, bath plug not fit for use.

Arthur

5 years ago

Amazing holiday, would definitely return.

Robert

5 years ago

Lovely scenic and quiet place. Not all is what it says on the tin, feel as if they could have more accurate instructions and a better shower. But over all it’s a nice place to stay in a beautiful part of the country.

Lucy

5 years ago

The flat was just as described and shown in photos - an idyllic little spot with a great location for exploring Dartmoor and the coast alike. We really enjoyed our stay and all the facilities. Would definitely stay again in the future!

Adam

5 years ago

A great accommodation hidden away on the outskirts of Dartmoor. Loved the private hot tub and the shared pool! Made good use of the bbq on the sunny terrace.

Christopher

5 years ago

This place is set in a beautiful, quite and friendly area. The apartment was very clean fresh and modern. The wood fired hot tub was really nice right out the front of your door, very private. the swimming pool etc was super nice with again a very modern and clean feel, any problems and the owners are right there and happy to help. Thank you for our stay, this is a must stay if your looking at this area.