Kerswell Farmhouse is located 7.3 miles from Totnes and 7.8 miles from Dartmouth. The farmhouse has 5 hectares of land and views towards Dartmoor. The property also features free WiFi access and free private parking. Each room has an private bathroom, White Company linen and toiletries, a silent refrigerator, a flat-screen TV, tea/coffee making facilities and bathrobes and slippers. There is large variety of fresh breakfast choices, with continental and cooked options including smoked salmon and home-reared eggs, bacon and sausages. Guests can enjoy a drink at the Gallery Bar. Kerswell Farmhouse is easy to reach from the M5/A38 and Totnes Train Station is 7.2 miles away. Exeter International Airport is 38.4 miles away.

Couples in particular like the location – they rated it 9.5 for a two-person trip.

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Property highlights

Top Location: Highly rated by recent guests (9.5)

Want a great night's sleep? This property was highly rated for its very comfy beds.

Breakfast Info

Continental, Full English/Irish, Vegetarian, Vegan, Gluten-free

Free Private Parking Available On Site


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Guest reviews

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Staff
9.9
Facilities
9.8
Cleanliness
9.8
Comfort
9.8
Value for money
9.3
Location
9.5
Free WiFi
9.4
High score for Totnes
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  • Peter
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Tasty home produce cooked breakfast. Excellent bathroom and bedroom with high quality Bedding etc. Hospitable and friendly hosts Good location for visiting Dartmouth area.
  • Our
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Exceptional strong tea and home produced meaty goods for breakfast and many other choices if you don't want the full monty of British fry up
  • W
    William
    United Kingdom United Kingdom
    Lovely owners, lovely location, lovely breakfast, lovely facilities: there’s a theme emerging here!

Host Info

9.9
9.9
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Kerswell Farmhouse Boutique Bed & Breakfast is a 400-year-old South Devon longhouse that takes its name from its wells and cress beds which are fed by nearby springs. Located in a beautiful and secluded part of the South Hams between Totnes and Dartmouth and set in 14 acres of rolling countryside it enjoys spectacular views towards Dartmoor. Five double bedrooms have individually designed en suite bathrooms. Each bedroom is fitted in English oak and furnished with an elegant blend of antique and contemporary pieces and original artwork. Generously sized beds are complemented by luxurious fine cotton sheets. Other features enjoyed by all rooms include free Wi-Fi internet access, under floor heating, flat-screen TVs and tea and coffee making facilities. An excellent Devonshire breakfast is served using fresh home and local produce. Kerswell Farmhouse is fully licensed and offers an honesty bar in the Art Gallery and an extensive cellar.
Graham and Nichola Hawkins welcome you to Kerswell Farmhouse. Their aim is offer a unique, luxurious boutique bed and breakfast experience in their 400-year-old Devon longhouse which is set in the idyllic landscape of the South Hams. Graham spent his professional life in education but after 17 years in the Middle East, leading a large international school, he has returned to Devon to run the Kerswell Farmhouse office. Graham is putting his academic background in history to good use by offering personally guided tours with topics as diverse as tin mining on Dartmoor and Agatha Christie’s Devon. He has also found time to enjoy his hobbies of collecting modern British art and enjoying fine wine by establishing a small art gallery at Kerswell and building a splendid cellar for guests. Nichola brings to the venture a passion for design and fine cooking. After a career in interior design she set up a company restoring old farmhouses and cottages as well as providing a design service to hotels and bed and breakfast establishments. Her love of cooking has been life-long and she has a particular interest in producing breakfast dishes based on locally available produce.
Kerswell Farmhouse is located in one of the most beautiful and varied destinations in the UK. The farmhouse is situated half way between the towns of Totnes and Dartmouth and is but a short drive to some spectacular locations including the Dart Estuary, Dartmoor, the South Devon Coast, 5 National Trust properties, 3 English Heritage properties, 2 heritage steam railways and dozens of attractive small towns and villages. There are opportunities for riding, golf, sailing, boating, kayaking, fly fishing, walking and swimming on a dozen unspoilt beaches. Above all there is the immediate setting of the farmhouse with expansive views towards Dartmoor. Enjoy the tranquility of the setting, wander through the 14 acres of farm to visit the chickens, lambs, pigs and ponies. Sit by the old watercress spring and pond or explore the many footpaths in the area some of which lead to excellent local inns that provide fine ales, wines and spirits and quality dining.
Languages spoken: English,French

Area info

Amenities of Kerswell Farmhouse
Great facilities! Review score, 9.8

Most popular amenities
  • Free parking
  • Free WiFi
  • Non-smoking rooms
  • Tea/Coffee Maker in All Rooms
  • Breakfast
Bathroom
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Slippers
  • Private Bathroom
  • Toilet
  • Free toiletries
  • Bathrobe
  • Hairdryer
  • Bathtub
  • Shower
Bedroom
  • Linens
  • Wardrobe or closet
  • Alarm clock
  • Extra long beds (> 6.5 ft)
View
  • Inner courtyard view
  • View
Outdoors
  • Picnic area
  • Outdoor furniture
  • Sun deck
  • Terrace
  • Garden
Kitchen
  • Dining table
  • Kitchenware
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Refrigerator
Room Amenities
  • Socket near the bed
Activities
  • Tour or class about local culture
    Additional charge
  • Walking tours
    Additional charge
  • Hiking
    Off-site
  • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    Additional charge
Living Area
  • Sitting area
  • Desk
Media & Technology
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Satellite channels
  • Video
  • CD player
  • DVD player
  • Radio
  • TV
Food & Drink
  • Special diet meals (on request)
  • Minibar
  • Tea/Coffee maker
Internet
WiFi is available in all areas and is free of charge.
Parking
Free private parking is available on site (reservation is not needed).
  • Electric vehicle charging station
  • Accessible parking
Services
  • Daily housekeeping
  • Private check-in/out
  • Baggage storage
  • Fax/Photocopying
    Additional charge
  • Laundry
    Additional charge
  • Wake-up service/Alarm clock
Entertainment & Family Services
  • Board games/Puzzles
Safety & security
  • Fire extinguishers
  • CCTV outside property
  • Smoke alarms
  • Key access
General
  • Adults only
  • Smoke-free property
  • Hardwood or parquet floors
  • Heating
  • Private entrance
  • Carpeted
  • Ironing facilities
  • Non-smoking rooms
Languages Spoken
  • English
  • French

House rules

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Check-in

From 4:00 PM to 10:00 PM

Check-out

From 8:00 AM to 11:00 AM

 

Cancellation/
prepayment

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Children & Beds

Child policies

Children over 12 are welcome.

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Crib and extra bed policies

12+ years
Extra bed upon request
£30 per person, per night

Prices for extra beds aren't included in the total price. They'll have to be paid for separately during your stay.

The number of extra beds allowed depends on the option you choose. Check your selected option for more info.

There are no cribs available at this property.

All extra beds are subject to availability.

Age restriction

No age restriction for check-in. (Only children 12 and up are allowed)

Payments by Booking.com

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Smoking

Smoking is not allowed.

Pets

Pets are not allowed.

The fine print
Must-know information for guests at this property

Please inform Kerswell Farmhouse of your expected arrival time in advance. You can use the Special Requests box when booking, or contact the property directly using the contact details in your confirmation.

Payment before arrival by bank transfer is required. The property will contact you after you book to provide instructions.

In response to the coronavirus (COVID-19), additional safety and sanitation measures are in effect at this property.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property is taking steps to protect the safety of guests and staff. Certain services and amenities may be reduced or unavailable as a result.

Due to the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property has reduced reception and service hours.

In accordance with government guidelines to minimize transmission of the coronavirus (COVID-19), this property may request additional documentation from guests to validate identity, travel itinerary, and other relevant info on dates where such guidelines exist.

FAQs about Kerswell Farmhouse

  • The prices at Kerswell Farmhouse may vary depending on your stay (e.g. dates, hotel's policy etc.). To see prices, enter your dates.

  • Kerswell Farmhouse offers the following activities/services (charges may apply):

    • Hiking
    • Golf course (within 2 miles)
    • Walking tours
    • Tour or class about local culture

  • Kerswell Farmhouse is 3.7 miles from the center of Totnes. All distances are measured in straight lines. Actual travel distances may vary.

  • Room options at Kerswell Farmhouse include:

    • Suite
    • Twin/Double

  • Guests staying at Kerswell Farmhouse can enjoy a highly-rated breakfast during their stay (guest review score: 10.0).

    Breakfast option(s) include:

    • Continental
    • Full English/Irish
    • Vegetarian
    • Vegan
    • Gluten-free
    • À la carte

  • Check-in at Kerswell Farmhouse is from 4:00 PM, and check-out is until 11:00 AM.