Testimonials

A very enjoyable, peaceful couple of nights.  Loads to do and see around here!

Zoe, Grant and Lottie, Wiltshire (Shire Stables - October 2011)

Just what we needed - some R&R in delightful surroundings.  Thank you!

Chris, Sheridan, Geoff and Audrey, Leicestershire (The Granary - October 2011)

Lovely comfortable cottage, welcoming cream tea very good.  Excellent walks.

Mandy and Ian, Oxon (Hayloft Cottage - September 2011)

What a haven of peace and tranquility.  We do love coming here and hope to return again asap!  The dogs enjoyed themselves as much as we did.  It's always a real blessing to see the donkeys too.  Thank you for the cream tea.  Most welcome. 

Julie and Keith, Buckinghamshire (Hayloft Cottage - October 2011)

Mill House is just wonderful – Thank you!  We have had a lovely relaxing break, Ian had a lovely birthday and the dogs really enjoyed it.  Would definitely recommend to friends.  Also the Blue Ball was brilliant and the dogs loved it as well!!  Thank you. 

Ian and Wendy, Kent (Mil House - September 2011)

As usual we have spent two lovely weeks here.  The staff work so hard to keep us happy thank you so much, for our gifts.  Looking forward to next year. 

Joan, Peter, Ben & Poppy, Sussex (The Linhay - September 2011)

Sue, Terry, Ann and Mick, Norfolk (Mill House - September 2011)

A wonderful area without having to drive very far, it is all on the doorstep.Very doggy friendly. A very delightful cottage, well equipped and well presented. Much thought has been put in to the presentation. Lovely gardens and a wonderful view. Thank you for the welcome cream tea. A very relaxing week in idyllic surroundings.

Margaret, Brighton (Hayloft Cottage - August 2011)

Thank you for goodies.  We enjoyed our stay.  We love it so much here.  We feel we belong. 

Jo, Dick and Charlie, Kent (Shippen Cottage - May 2011)

Spent a lovely week here in lovely surroundings with two grandchildren and dogs.  Very nice cottage, a home from home.  Nice meal at the Blue Ball.  Nice day out at Lyme Regis, lovely for small families, a nice sandy beach and safe bathing, also dogs can go on one end of beach.  Donkey Sanctuary lovely day as well.  Hope to return. 

Sharon, Jim and Family, Nottinghamshire (Shire Stables - July 2011)

A wonderful place to relax and enjoy the beautiful countryside.  The Granary is charming – a very comfortable cottage and we all enjoyed our stay here.  Thank you. 

Marilyn and Brian, West Sussex (The Granary - August 2011)

Ideal location for our annual Folk Festival visit

Tony & Maureen, West Midlands (The Granary - August 2011)

We enjoyed another lovely week at Boswell Farm - just as good as our first visit and regular visits since 1996!The standard of the cottage and warm welcome makes it worthwhile and we look forward to our next visit.  Have been coming here since I was a baby! Each time I have been here I have never had a boring day, you always find something to do even if it rains. I hope to come on a 12th visit.

Jackie, Peter and Keeley. (Hayloft - July 2011) Guests: !996,1997,1998,1999, 2000,2001,2002,2003,2004,2005,2006,2007,2008

It is SO peaceful here and quiet that its easy to forget the business of work and home.  Rafiki is gorgeous and full of fun and we have enjoyed watching Frankie and Womble try and reach the leaves on the trees!  Thank-you again. 

Andrew, Jen and Matt, London (Shire Stables - July 2011) Guests: 2009,2010.

Peace and lovely green fields, stream and pond great for fishing. Loved Sidmouth and the beaches and proms! 

We will be back!

Dave and Lynda - Fife, Scotland (Hayloft Cottage - July 2011)

Grand parents, parents and grandchildren; we all have had a great time. Grandpa tried tennis! Grandma loved Pilates! Parents relaxed and grand children found friends and chased in the field's cut grass. Just great!

Jarvis and Van Etten (The Granary, - May 2011)

What a wonderful place to spend my Mother's 90th Birthday! 22 of us in 4 cottages with a lovely Courtyard for communal gatherings.  We haven't even had time to sit in the comfortable chairs in the Granary, but hope to be back sometime!  We will certainly reccomend it to our friends.

Morley Family - Surrey (The Granary,The Linhay,Shire Stables, Shippen Cottage - April 2011)

What a lovely place! Perfect location, excellent accommodation and tennis in the rain in February! Thank you.

Edmundson Family - London (Hayloft Cottage - February 2011)

We enjoyed the Shippen Cottage - well equipped, quiet and the littel garden from where we saw squirrels and pheasants. Local walking was most enjoyable - to Harcombe, Sidbury and surrounds, and dear old Sidmouth, the cliffs and the Byes.

Chris & John - Australia (Shippen Cottage - October 2010)

It was very good, I loved the play area and the geese were funny!

Kirsty (age 11) - Rampton (The Linhay - August 2010) Guests: 2002

We loved the cottage, the garden, the views, the sunsets, the starry skies, the walks around the farm, the farm animals (including Sid, but especially Duscha and little Star) and we'd love to come again!  Diolch yu fawr!

Carol and Mike - South Wales (Shippen Cottage - October 2010)

We have had a lovely relaxing time. Great cottage and outlook, which we will miss.  We also loved the daily welcome from our black four-legged friend!!

Brenda and Rita - Wiltshire (Hayloft Cottage - October 2010)

We have all had a lovely week. We visited Hive Bay and all enjoyed the beautiful sandy beach. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. The cream tea and goody basket was a lovely touch! Hope to see you next year.

Lynda & Derek - Derbyshire (Shire Stables - September 2010)

What a find - beautiful place, cosy cottage – very clean, great area.  We’ve appreciated God’s creation.

Fran & Angela - Nottingham (Hayloft Cottage - September 2010)

At long last we made it to Boswell Farm! First visit but not the last. We have had a wonderful week's holiday. We have been to lovely places and fabulous places to eat, we so enjoyed dinner at the River Cafe. We hope to visit again soon.

Dan & Ellen - London (Shire Stables - September 2010)

We've enjoyed our week here. Walked into Sidmouth twice, visited Charmouth beach, Bicton Park, Honiton, Exeter, Beer and Lyme Regis. This is an ideal base and lovely setting.

Diane, Mike, Will, Greg & Evie - Tetbury (Shire Stables - August 2010)

Leaving today, we will all miss, and Pickle will definitely miss all the woods and fields to run in and of course he'll miss Star. It felt really homey here, so I hope we come back soon!

Amy (age 11) - Reading (Cider House - August 2010)

We have enjoyed out holiday enormously and been most comfortable in our home-from-home Shire Stables.

Kathie & John - Leicestershire (Shire Stables - August 2010)

The farm is very nice, I like it a lot. The house is very beautiful and cosy. I have past a very good time in Boswell Farm. If we come back to England the next year, I want to come back here.

Ida (age 8) - Spain (Shippen Cottage - August 2010)

We thoroughly enjoyed our week in The Linhay. The house is extremely well-suited to the needs of an active family (and well-conducted dog Jasper!) and the whole environment proved friendly, homely and accommodating in every way. Sidmouth remain the most attractive seaside resort on the South Coast and the proximity of so many great attractions, natural interests and rambling opportunities made Boswell Farm Cottages the ideal holiday venue for us all. Many thanks!

Cathy & Matt - Stevenage (The Linhay - August 2010)

We've all enjoyed staying here - beautiful scenery and company of the two goats just over the fence, keeping us entertained! We've used this as our home away from home whilst being here for Sidmouth Folk week. Close enough to make a trip into town/beach, but far enough away to enjoy the peace and quiet in this idyllic location. We hope to return again...

Madeleine, Alan, Janice & Doreen - Swindon (Shire Stables - August 2010)

Lovely time again at Boswell Farm (3rd time!)...can't believe what a sun trap it is in this part of Devon.

Chris & Anne - Stockport (Shire Stables - July 2010) Guests: 2008, 2009

Our first visit to this part of Devon. Wonderful scenery, weather and of course a delightful cottage to stay in. The area is so unspoilt, very quiet and relaxing, we have really enjoyed our visit. Hopefully we will return!

Christine, Roger & Janice - Cheam (Shippen Cottage - June 2010)

The area here is superb and the weather has been magnificent!

Petworth & Pulborough Scout Fellowship (Mill House & Cider House - March 2010)

We've had a lovely week at Boswell Farm....We are all very sad to be leaving such a beautiful place.

Julie & Andrew - West Midlands (The Linhay - July 2010)

Fab two week visit with toddler in tow.....who loved staying on the farm to play in the play area. Thanks for a fab visit - we loved Boswell Farm!

The Dukes - Twickenham (The Granary - July 2010)

Half term break much needed for all of us. Cold and quite wet some days but as ever peaceful and relaxing - our first stay in Shippen, but our third at Boswell Farm. We had a lot of time in and around the cottage, enjoying the animals and tennis. Thank you for a lovely stay.

Andrew, Jen & Matt - Ealing (Shippen Cottage - February 2010) Guests: 2009

The Linhay cottage at Boswell Farm provided a great base from which to explore this part of Devon. The cottage is lovely and bright. Be sure to try the quieter Sid Road straight south of the road from Boswell to get to Sidmouth over the 'Ford' to the tourist centre. Lovely!

The Lennards - Canada (The Linhay - July 2010)

We came to Boswell Farm for the third time and we again enjoyed every bit of it! There is so much more to do and we are very sad to leave...

Jim & Jutta - Germany (Cider House - July 2010) Guests: 2009

We have loved our stay in this beautiful cottage and the lovely setting. We have visited many places around and enjoyed every moment of our stay here and will come back again.

Mike & Margaret - Lincoln (Shippen Cottage - July 2010)

Thanks for a pleasent stay! A fine basecamp for a lot of attractions.

Erlend (age 6) - Norway (Hayloft Cottage - July 2010)

Another good week at Boswell Farm.  Enjoying the countryside and even good weather!

George & Sylvia - Dorset (Hayloft Cottage - May 2010) Guests: 1994, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005, 2008, 2009

Perfect cottage enhanced by perfect weather! So peaceful, quiet and relaxing. A perfect holiday.

Jeremy & Donna - Solihull (Hayloft Cottage - April 2010)

Boswell Farm is a very special place.  It has something magical, poetic and idyllic that makes me feel comfortable.....I will really miss this place that's for sure!

Andrea (age 11) - Germany (The Granary - May 2010)

The cottage was immaculate and I like the fact that you could recycle easily and the children loved the animals! 

Martin & Catherine - Oxfordshire (The Granary - February 2010)

Our stay at Cider House has been wonderful, the weather also.  The garden is so pretty, sometimes made leaving it for a day out extremely difficult!....One of the highlights for me was attending Linda Dillon’s Pilates class. Her very airy studio at the Old Kennels is a fabulous location….Our last memory will be sitting on the lakeside bench amid yellow water irises, blue water forget-me-nots, creamy cow-parsley watching the female Mallard and little duckling swimming gently together in the morning light.

Lucia - Hertfordshire (Cider House - June 2010)

I would love to live here.  It's bigger than our real house!  Our family comes over quite a lot.  It's beautiful.  Tian, Star, Duscha, Frankie, Womble and the geese are fun, cute and I've seen them all.  Thanks.

Molly and Paul Australia (The Linhay - October 2009)

We had a great gathering at Boswell Farm in the four cottages of Shippen, Shire Stables, Hayloft and The Linhay.  Mrs Dillon made us so welcome and had arranged tables so that the 17 of us could collect in The Linhay to celebrate the Diamond Wedding - yes, 60 years - of our parents' marriage.  It has been a really special weekend for us all and full of such happy memories.

J & N M Wimbledon (Shire Stables - November 2009)

Words cannot describe what a wonderful stay we have had here. Made all the sweeter for me having been house bound for so long. There must be something in the Devon air as I managed to do more here than I have done in so long. The children just loved the animals, the other children and the Play Area. Everything is so well organised, tidy and well equipped not to mention safe! and to have so much on your doorstep. We cannot wait to come back again.

S & J W Berkshire (Mill House - August 2009)

Had a lovely time, very beautiful. Very spacious cottage. Have been on lots of walks around the perimeter. The kids have made lots of friends and have enjoyed playing in the Play Area with everyone including Verity and Cordelia. We would definitely come back again.

E L Warwickshire (The Linhay - August 2009)

We've spent a wonderful holiday here. Hiking on local trails and sight seeing in Devon and Cornwall together with a great accommodation in The Hayloft Cottage just made our stay one to cherish.

Ales & Vlaoka - Czech Republic (Hayloft Cottage - July 2009)

Last day of another lovely weeks holiday - fifth time here in Hayloft Cottage. Loved visiting old favourites Bicton Park, Donkey Sanctuary, Beer and Branscombe. Enjoyed walks around farm and Sidford. Walked along The Byes to Sidmouth. Wonderful meals in The Blue Ball.

Glenn & Sandra - Norfolk (Hayloft Cottage - May 2009) Guests: 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

Lovely relaxing week in beautiful cottage. Loved the goats and other animals. Enjoyed Donkey Sanctuary, Bicton Park and Jacob's Ladder and Charmouth beaches. Great carvery at The Hare and Hounds. Hope to be back one day.

J & G H Worcestershire (Shire Stables - July 2009)

We came here hoping to relax, unwind and spend some quality family time with our 9 month old baby girl. We weren't disappointed and have had a lovely week despite the less than ideal weather. Very pleased with the 'home from home' feel of the cottage, and the peaceful surroundings whilst still being close to the amenities of a town. Keen to return at some point in the future.

A & P A Surrey (Shire Stables - July 2009)

Thanks for lovely accommodation - everything we needed - appreciate dogs are allowed. Beautiful setting, lovely walks and very peaceful. Would like to come again, perhaps off season.

M & G R Kent (The Granary - July 2009)

Lovey week here at Hayloft. Lovely cottage in beautiful tranquil surroundings. Kids loved the freedom. Hope to come back.

R B London (Hayloft Cottage - August 2009)

Our thanks again to Boswell Farm for giving us the peace of its surroundings, lots of comfort and a renewal of our special friendship with Linda and her family.

B & D R. & K M. Surrey (Shire Stables - May 2009) Guests: 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

This was a short break for me and my dad (who is terminally ill). Mrs Dillon was so welcoming (thank you for the hug), dad had a relaxing time and we both loved the cottage and local area. Weather was disappointing on the second day but it didn't matter. This will stay a special place for memories of my dad to treasure forever - Thank you!

S & C L. Southampton (Shire Stables - June 2009)

We have so enjoyed our stay in this beautiful, tranquil location, which has history, wildlife and excellent walks. We shall definitely return.

J R Surrey (Shippen Cottage - May 2009)

Had another lovely stay at Boswell, seeing all of our old friends Boswell, Duscha, the geese and goats. Had a great Donkey Week, weather was good and we hope to be back again this year. Thank you.

J & B J. Herts (The Linhay - May 2009) Guests: 2007, 2008

An absolutely wonderful time for two weeks in Devon, will return to Boswell Farm again to enjoy the walks, the animals and the wonderful atmosphere.

L. Family Chicago (Shire Stables - May 2008)

Yet another fantastic holiday at Boswell Farm. Weather was great. We are really going to miss Duscha and Boswell. Hope we will get back here again soon.

J & B J. London Colney (The Linhay - May 2008) Guests: 2007

We have had a lovely break – Thank you. Highlights have been:- the lovely surroundings to the cottage, the farm animals, the great food at the Blue Ball and of course the beautiful beach town of Sidmouth. We have all had a wonderful break, and our 4 year old has especially enjoyed himself. I am sure we will return one day again.

D. Family Maidstone (The Linhay - June 2008)

Thoroughly enjoyed our stay in such beautiful surroundings; thanks too for all the excellent facilities and welcome. Even the weather didn't cramp our visit! We praise the lord for his gracious provision for our stay.

R. B. Lincoln (The Linhay - August 2008)

What a super find! A totally relaxing family holiday despite the changeable weather. Delightful Duscha and brilliant Boswell captured our hearts. A perfect setting, so close to everything. There has been something for all – children to grand parents – all completely satisfied.

J & C A. (Mill House - May 2007)

Thank you for a lovely weekend. The cottage was so clean and well looked after, it was a pleasure.

N R. Liskeard (Mill House - March 2008)

This week is our third visit in less than 2 years – a beautiful part of our country – we love it dearly and hopefully will return A.S.A.P.

L & K C. Preston (Mill House - April 2008) Guests: 2007

A delightful cottage in beautiful countryside - lots to do and see. Thank you for warm welcome and the helpful information about Devon and especially the history of the farm. A holiday enjoyed by three generations.

J.G. Harrow (Mill House - August 2008)

Excellent accommodation. All the comforts of home. We have enjoyed our stay. We have had wall to wall sunshine hope to come again. Doggie George has never had it so good.

M. Family (Cider House - May 2008) Guests: 2006, 2007

A first time in The Granary but second visit to Boswell Farm Cottages. Very comfortable accommodation, ideal for local walks and visiting further afield. Castle Drogo is well worth visiting. A great week. The cream tea and welcome pack have been much appreciated.

C & A H. (The Granary - April 2009) Guests: 2008

A good time had by us all in this tidy, wisteria clad home. Turn left on to the lane for a pleasant walk past Knowle House into the Harcombe/Paccombe Valley - donkeys abound around Paccombe.

The H. Family Telford (The Granary - May 2009)

We will certainly recommend Boswell Farm to any of our Australian friends visiting England. Very comfortable lovely surroundings and lovely people. Special mention to my friend Duscha.

P & L R. Melbourne Australia (The Granary - April 2008)

Lovely location with great walks for dogs. Good food at the Blue Ball. Branscombe beach worth a visit for wreck of the Napoli and great views. Nice day out to Beer - great food at The Anchor.

J & N H Cheshire (The Granary - August 2008)

Had a lovely week here at Boswell Farm. Weather has been fantastic so lots of places we were able to visit. The beaches of Sidmouth and Beer were our favourites. Around the farm they loved the animals even the geese!, the walks in the field and the play area. My husband also loved the fishing, more for the peace and quiet though!

J. Family Fareham (The Granary - June 2008)

We recommend you do not travel far during a stay for its all here, a path, rolling away from the Hayloft doorstep.

M. M Milford (Hayloft Cottage - May 2008)

Really nice farm and area very enjoyable and well kept. Thoroughly enjoyed our visit and will certainly come again.

J & N T. Fareham (Hayloft Cottage - June 2008) Guests: 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2005

Unfortunately a brief visit this year - the 14th year we have been to Boswell. All have been equally as enjoyable. Like other visitors we drank in the peace, fresh air and beautiful surroundings. As we return to suburbia we will look forward to our return.

J & P G. Surrey (Shippen Cottage - March 2009) Guests: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007, 2008

We spent a very relaxing Easter in Shippen Cottage. We took long walks by the sea, slept in and ate well at local restaurants.

S & P H. Nacka Sweden (Shippen Cottage - March 2008)

Another very pleasant stay. It’s always good to come to Boswell Farm and the cream tea and goodies make a very good and welcoming start.

A & H R. Southsea (Shippen Cottage - April 2008)

A wonderful holiday at ‘Shippen cottage’ starting with a very warm welcome – especially the cream tea. The cottage is in a really pleasant location within the typical English countryside but also close to the seaside. Hope to come again, many thanks.

A & C K. Worcester (Shippen Cottage - May 2008) Guests: Guests 2006

Boswell Farm is the place to be, sitting and staring at the Green meadow – no prettier place did I see. I come from Devon but moved away, now I am back I would like to stay.

J N. Maidstone (Shippen Cottage - May 2008) Guests: 2007

Our thirteenth visit to Boswell was just as relaxing and pleasant as ever under the caring management of the Dillons. It was not beach weather but the surrounding countryside offers a great deal of walking and the children made new friends at Boswell as well as seeing the animals. We shall look forward to a return visit.

J & P G. Banstead, surrey (Shippen Cottage - May 2008) Guests: 1995, 1996, 1997, 1998, 1999, 2000, 2001, 2002, 2003, 2004, 2005, 2006, 2007

We all had a lovely time, really enjoyed Bicton Park and the various beaches. The rock pools at Sidmouth were great. The cottage was lovely and views outstanding.

L. B. L. Shrewsbury (Shippen Cottage - August 2008)