"We loved the peaceful rural setting of this holiday home. The courtyard was charming and the hot tub really made it feel special. Perfect spot for long country walks too!"
Claire - May 2025
"We really enjoyed our stay at this charming cottage nestled on a working farm, yet it feels surprisingly private. The owners, Robert and Sharon, are genuinely lovely folks who made us feel welcome. The place itself is super spacious, with a well-equipped kitchen and bathroom and the bed is incredibly comfy. The secluded garden is dog-proof and has nice furniture to relax on. Plenty of walks nearby and Thaxteds eateries like The Star and The Maypole are worth a visit. Wed definitely recommend it!"
George - Apr 2025
"We really enjoyed our stay here. The place was spotless and well maintained and the beautiful scenery made it even better. No wifi didnt bother us since the areas still being developed, which adds to its charm. Well definitely return!"
Grace - Mar 2025
"Really enjoyed our stay, can't wait to come back soon!"
Amelia - Jan 2025
"Our Romansleigh Retreat review: Really enjoyed our stay here! The lodge was spotless and the hot tub was a highlight."
David - Aug 2024
"Beautiful scenery, spotless and well-stocked too. Definitely recommend!"
Michael - Jul 2024
"We really enjoyed our stay at Goddard Mead. The cottage had everything we needed and the walks right outside were perfect. The hosts were super friendly and made us feel very welcome throughout. Lovely experience!"
Isabelle - Jun 2024
"Honestly, finding the place was a bit of a mission at first. We did get a little lost towards the end, but if you use What Three Words and enter drank.blatantly.dolphins, its a straightforward journey. All the info you need was sent via email since theres no contact due to Covid, which was fine by us. We stayed in Oak Lodge number 5and I have to say, it was spot on - really well equipped and comfy. The hot tub was a huge highlight, such a luxury to relax in after a day out. Nigel and Pat popped by twice daily to check on it and were always friendly, asking if everything was okay. They also gave us some cracking tips on places to visit and eat nearby, which was handy. We did hit a snag on our last day-Thursday-when the boiler broke down, so no heating or hot water. Nigel and Pat tried to fix it immediately but couldnt, so they called in an engineer. Luckily, they prepped Lodge 3 just in case, so we ended up spending our last night there. It was just as nice, with three bedrooms and plenty of space. Big thanks to Royal Retreats and the lovely staff-Caroline, Nigel and Pat-they really made our break special. Wed definitely go back!"
Alexandra - May 2024
"Really enjoyed our stay, it was peaceful and relaxing. The hot tub was a definite highlight and the lodge had everything needed!"
Jessica - Apr 2024
"We recently stayed in a 4-person lodge and found the settees quite low, making it a bit tricky to get up easily. Its a small thing, but worth mentioning. Also, having 8 of everything would really help when hosting meals-fewer trips to the dishwasher or washing up mid-meal. Our 14-year-old nephew would say its not great for the planet and honestly, we agree. Just a few tweaks could make a big difference!"
Margaret - Apr 2024
"Really enjoyed the stay, will come back!"
Emma - Apr 2024
"The apartment was really lovely, super clean and had everything we needed. The decor was simple but nice and everything was in good condition. Wed stay again!"
Mark - Apr 2024
"Really enjoyed the experience overall"
Emily Carter - Mar 2024
"We stayed in apartment 5 for a quick getaway last month and it was pretty lovely. A few days before we arrived, Mike, the on-site manager, called us up since we had no contact details for arrival because of COVID. He was super friendly and gave us some great local tips for places to eat and visit. He also sent us an email with all the details from the call, including some handy directions-sat nav can be a bit dodgy around there and nearly had us in a farmers field! The apartment itself was spotless and had everything we needed. Its really peaceful, with only birdsong and views over fields. The beds were comfy and there were TVs in both the lounge and bedroom, so no arguing over what to watch! Its a pretty spacious and bright place, which made it feel really relaxing. We had Mikes number just in case, but honestly, we didnt need to contact him because everything was perfect. The lodges look stunning when you arrive, with the apartments tucked away at the back. Weve already checked our diaries for another visit and would definitely recommend it to friends and family looking for a quiet escape!"
Harper - Feb 2024
"We absolutely loved staying here! The lodge is stunning, with plenty of space and super comfy furnishings. Having all the home comforts was a real bonus. Just a heads up - the place is on a pretty steep hill, so a bit of a climb to the door."
Lisa - Feb 2024
"We had a lovely stay at the lodge! The place was spotless and bringing our dogs along was no problem at all. The staff were super friendly and helpful, always ready with tips or assistance. The hot tub was just right and the grounds made for some nice walks with our pups. Thanks a lot, team!"
Sam - Dec 2023
"We had a lovely time staying at this place. The location is truly beautiful and quite private, which we really appreciated. The owners were super friendly and always ready to help if needed, but kept a good distance to maintain our privacy. The hot tub was a real highlight after a long day cycling around. Just a heads-up, it's directly under Stansted's flight path, so there's quite a bit of noise from the planes. We got used to it pretty quickly though and it didnt ruin our holiday at all. Would definitely recommend!"
Rajesh - Nov 2023
"We had a fantastic weekend at this place - exactly what we needed! The dogs were over the moon, especially with the underfloor heating and they had a blast in the garden. Luna was wagging so much she hurt her tail, but its all good now. Were definitely coming back soon! Such a great spot for both us and the pups."
Matt - Oct 2023
"We had a really relaxing stay. The cottage was spotless and had everything we needed, plus some nice little touches. Definitely recommend it!"
Olivia - Oct 2023
"Perfect quiet retreat with cosy rooms and breathtaking scenery, highly recommend."
Jane Thompson - Sep 2023
"We had a lovely stay! The cottage was so cosy, loved the log burner and hot tub. Hosts were really friendly. Hope to come back soon!"
Charlotte - Aug 2023
"This place is just gorgeous! The hot tub and log burner made it super cosy. Hosts are lovely and its so peaceful here. Cant wait to come back!"
Lucy - Jul 2023
"Overall, the place was pretty nice and spotless, especially for a dog-friendly spot. The only downsides were the smell from the hoover and the freezer not working properly, which was a bit annoying."
James - Jun 2023
"Great size apartment with all essentials and friendly staff"
Martin - Jun 2023
"We stayed in Apartment 4 and found it surprisingly spacious for just the two of us, which was a bonus. The place is modern and spotlessly clean, plus the bed was super comfy-definitely a good night's sleep! The views are truly stunning, especially during sunset, although we did struggle to find the Juliet balcony at first and the windows couldve done with a clean, which was a bit of a shame given the scenery. The listing mentioned a washing machine, but it wasnt there, though the site manager did warn us about this beforeh and. No microwave either, but once we mentioned it, one was quickly installed. We also had to ask for oven gloves, as there werent any provided. The location is perfect if youre after peace and quiet; its so remote, all we could hear were cows and a cockerel-lovely! Evening walks around the grounds were lovely and watching the sunset was a real highlight. The staff were really helpful and friendly. Wed definitely come back, maybe try one of the lodges next time!"
Alex - Aug 2020
"We found the apartment just as it appeared in the photos when we booked. It was spotless and had all the essentials like an oven, hob, microwave, kettle and dishwasher. The only downside was the lack of Wi-Fi and weak signal, but honestly, that suited us since its perfect for a peaceful getaway. Overall, we enjoyed our stay at Apartment 2 and would definitely recommend it to others looking for a quiet retreat!"
Oliver Thompson - Aug 2020
"We chose this place mainly for the peace and quiet and it didnt disappoint. It was our first trip out after lockdown and it really helped us get back into the swing of things. The lodge itself was fantastic, fully stocked with all the extras you usually forget - honestly, it had everything! The hot tub was private and spot on, though the steps could use a bit more grip. Thats honestly the only tiny gripe we had. Would definitely recommend if youre after some proper quiet time!"
Chris - Jul 2020
"We found the settees a bit low and tricky to get up, which was a bit of a pain. Also, for a 4-person lodge, having only 6 of everything meant we were constantly washing dishes or leaving half the dishwasher empty - not great for saving energy, as my grandson would say! Maybe having 8 of each item would make life easier and more eco-friendly. Just a thought, really."
Maureen - Mar 2020
"Really enjoyed our stay! The log cabin had everything we needed, lovely experience."
Clara - Nov 2019
"Really enjoyed our stay, peaceful and serene environment. The hot tub was fantastic and the lodge had all we needed. Lovely!"
Sarah - Oct 2019
"Very peaceful, found the staff to be very helpful, beautiful surroundings, very clean,will stay again!"
Monica - Aug 2022
"Lovely lodge in the countryside nothing for miles which is nice if you want a relaxing holiday like us. The only thing we would suggest is a shop near by for essentials as the nearest shop is in South Molton Town which is a 15 min drive away but other than that it was a fantastic place. We would definitely go again ?"
Louise - Aug 2022
"We had a great holiday at Romansleigh, the cabin was very clean with everything we needed! The surroundings were so lovely and peaceful!"
Emma - Aug 2022
"lovely views staff very polite caroline done a fantastic job sorting problem out and keeping us informed will go back"
Sarah - Jul 2022
"Beautifully clean and well equipped.
Long track road to lodge.
Nice, informative manager"
Tina - Jul 2022
"Absolutely wonderful , lodges are very comfortable and clean absolute peace and quiet , stunning location , staff very friendly would definitely go back and would 100 % recommend!"
Donna - Jul 2022
"We had an amazing stay we was in Willow lodge number 8 the view is to die for its breath taking we are a young family in our late 20s we brung our 3 and 2 year old plus 2 dogs we had a lovely 5 days we had bbqs everyday ventured out to a couple different beaches and just fully enjoyed our stay walked the dogs around on site took the kids to a lovely tree house and slide which they enjoyed could do with adding some bits for children as long as there’s stuff for children people would enjoy there selfs more knowing there’s a park on site or swimming pool or just couple extra things but other than that 10/10"
Joel - Jul 2022
"Wonderfull place very quiet and peacefull. A few issues with pot holes on access road."
Garry - Jul 2022
"What an amazing place to have a relaxing holiday, the location and views were amazing and the staff were very helpful"
Danny - Jul 2022
"Wonderful modern lodge with great facilities and friendly staff. Would highly recommend and visit again."
Natalie - Jul 2022
"This was our first time ever staying in a lodge, visiting Devon, it definitely was a dream! Everything about our holiday was amazing, we can’t wait to do it all again next year. The lodge was absolutely perfect for us, the hot tub was like heaven. I’ll be honest, reading some of the reviews and looking at where Romansleigh was, we didn’t have the best expectations but when we got there, that all changed. There’s nothing we could’ve asked for to make this experience any better, thank you!"
Elisha - Jul 2022
"Lovely lodge with lovely surroundings. The lodge had everything we needed"
Della - Jul 2022
"Fantastic place to explore dirty Devon
Some of the roads are like being on a white knuckle rd ( very narrow) but well worth a visit"
Paul - Jul 2022
"If you like peace and quiet then this is the place. We stayed at chestnut lodge dog friendly, has lots of room and furnishings are lovely. This particular lodge is quite private when you’re in the hot tub unlike others on site which face the road. Plenty of walks at location or I would recommend Staunton Sands huge long beach dog friendly all year. Car park at this beach is car number registration as you enter, you do not pay till you decide to leave. Romansleigh lodges are more suited for couples, if you do have children then I’d take a trip to River Dart county park ( amazing place for kids and grownups) about 50minutes from Romansleigh but well worth the journey.
Caroline and maintenance team are superb and professional. I would holiday here again"
Caz - Jul 2022
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