Family-friendly vacation rentals in Bovey Tracey

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, the pictures do not do this place justice, as it is much bigger than the pictures show. The annex was very clean and spotless. Ian & Katka (Hosts) were very proactive, friendly and welcoming and went the extra mile. The swimspa and hot tub are an absolute amazing feature of the property along with the balcony and views. We would highly recommend and would love to visit again.

We had a wonderful stay at Bridesmere over New Year and it was just what we needed. Peaceful, beautiful area, lovely comfortable home from home. We appreciated the enclosed garden for our spaniel, the beautiful and spacious bedrooms and the living area which was large enough for all 7 of us, two families. WiFi was strong upstairs so no issue with all of us connected and the tv had all apps we needed to watch films with no buffering. There is a beautiful walk through the forest along the river just minutes from the house which leads to a very nice pub serving good food. As other reviews mention, the kids room smells a little musty/damp but this was not a huge issue and we opened the bathroom window after showering which helped. Kitchen well stocked but knives are a little blunt! Children loved the games barn and not having to bring bikes with us was really helpful and appreciated. Overall we couldn’t have asked for a nicer stay and we would definitely return. Thank you for having us.

We loved this place, everything about it was great. The bed was extremely comfortable, the hot tub was perfect, a peaceful and private location, Gill and Will were there at a moments notice if we needed help and so well equipped. We highly recommend this cottage. Many thanks Gill and Will.

Hubby & I had a really relaxing long weekend. The apartment was so lovely & warm & cosy and I loved reading my books sitting on the window seat, looking out over the causeway. The apartment was extremely clean and it had everything that you could possibly need & it really felt like "home from home". This is a place to "switch off" from the world in peaceful surroundings. We didn't get to use the pool or the gym this time but they were extremely inviting. The whole complex is quiet & peaceful and with direct private access to the beach & café it's a "real little gem". The outlook across the causeway is incredible and I was completely spell bound by watching the waves and currents swish and swirl around. Even though our weekend was at the time of server gales & rain & even sleet, we were toasty, warm and comfortable. The café was really great to eat in as well. Our host was always available via messaging if we needed anything & the tv reception and Wifi was great. 100% we will return!

My husband, son and I had a lovely stay in Holl's property. Holls was extremely welcoming and communicative from tbe outset, with lots of great recommendations of activities and places to see. The property was perfectly located for us, within easy walking distance of Dartmoor National Park, where we enjoyed some great walks and rock scrambling around a picturesque quarry (Foggingtor). There are also two nice pubs in the village within a 5 minute walk, both of which we ate at during the stay and had some lovely food with generous portions. The hot tub was wonderful for unwinding in (and warming up) after our adventures on the Moors! The property is also in easy drive of a number of Tors, which our son especially loved climbing, and is also within easy driving distance for the many amenities in Plymouth and Tavistock. We enjoyed visiting The Box Museum in Plymoth which was free and had a great media exhibition. We would recommend Holls, she is a great host. Thank you.

We had a lovely stay at Julie's treehouse. The hottub and cosy fire place was a highlight of our girls trip. The beds were so comfortable and the heated blankets were a lovely touch in the cold weather. The only thing we would note for future guests would be the tree house is canvas material and very very cold. It took us a few hours to get warm through the fire place. There is also no cooker inside however a practical BBQ oven outside. There is an electric hob inside though. We would definitely recommend this stay, thank you Julie, we had a great holiday!

Wow, what an amazing place. Cath was a great host, meeting us at the property, even baking is a cake, showing us round and recommending pubs and running routes in the area. Loved the hot tub and wood fire. Bedrooms were great sizes. It had everything we wanted and even more, we didn't even get chance to play pool or table football. Great walks in the area, with lovely pubs. To be honest we didn't want to actually leave the house, as it was such a great, sociable space. Definitely looking to book again next year! Thank you, Cath for your hospitality.

The surroundings were lovely and a large enclosed garden was great for the dog and our 3 children. we had many a happy night in the hot tub. Lots of things for the kids to play with. We drove to all the local beaches would say most things are within an hour's drive and would recommend watermouth castle as a day out if you have kids!

Lovdly place for a post Christmas break. The Barn had everything we needed and was warm and cosy. Great location for visiting this area of Devon.

Fish Cottage was hands down the best Airbnb we have stayed in. Beautifully furnished with interesting artwork, antique furniture and quirky pieces, this place was peaceful, comfortable and perfect for a relaxing getaway. Comfy bed, lovely log burner and excellent recommendations in the welcome guide of where to eat. Would 100% come again and recommend as a country get away. With thanks!

A cosy, comfortable cottage in a very quiet location. Our two grandsons had a wonderful time. Would definitely recommend it.

Maxine's place is a delight, spacious and light, I could have quite happily stayed much longer. It was lovely to hear the river in the background and the sound of the chickens. It is fully equipped. I was there just a few days as I was looking for a rental, so didn't get to try any of the pubs or restaurants. Having the local friendly shop was good, which is also a butcher's. Sidmouth is 6 mins away, where there's a mixture of Independant and chains stores. Great walks either side of the beach, Mutters Moor one side, there's also The Bryes which is quite central. Highly recommend staying here

We had a fantastic week, the house was perfect for our family, the rooms were huge and the location and views were stunning. There's so many lovely places to visit within a short drive. I couldn't recommend the house and hosts highly enough.

Lovely little place in a great area. Very peaceful and beautiful. The house has everything you could possibly need for a long stay and we very much enjoyed it. Peter was very helpful and responded to our questions straight away. Would definitely recommend it 👌

Richard and Mo were great hosts and provided us with all the information required to meet our expectations. Richard met us on arrival and it was lovely to have the basics for breakfast provided for each morning, which was an added surprise and very welcomed. This facility was perfect for my wife as she has mobility issues, and the Airbnb is all on one level with walk-in shower, so made moving around was made so much easier. We would highly recommend staying here, and will look to rebook for our next visit to Devon.

A wonderful stay! Brook Lodge is set in a beautiful, peaceful woodland location with a pretty garden. Clear directions and instructions on how to find the lodge etc. Location was perfect for us and our dog. The lodge is spacious and cosy with everything you need for your stay. It was absolutely spotlessly clean. The biscuits and fresh milk were a nice touch. Alison was a super host - quick responses to messages, popped by to check all was ok after arrival and was so friendly. We loved our stay and would definitely like to return! Thank you!

We stayed in apartment 38 for a week in July 2021. It exceeded my expectations and the pictures do not do it justice (the pictures make it look a bit dated but it really isn’t). It is a lovely 3 bed apartment - very clean throughout. The bedrooms and bathroom are on the first floor and the stairs lead up to the living area and kitchen! The kitchen comes with a fridge, dishwasher, cooker and oven. You also get all your basic cooking utensils and dishes alongside cleaning products including dishwasher tablets. One thing I would suggest is taking some tupperware to store your food in or if you want to make a picnic. The description also stated they provided cooking oil - but there wasn’t any - so it’s worth taking some if you want to make a full english in the morning. We ordered a Tesco online shop which was delivered straight to the apartment without any problems. Note, the pools (indoor and outdoor) are not heated so can be quite cold. The indoor pool area is a bit tired looking with the paint peeling off the floor - but the kids still had a fab time. The gym is also well equipped with weight and cardio machines…but again some of the padding on the machines are a bit worn. Overall we had a fab time, the views are amazing. Meadfoot beach is literally on the doorstep and the town is only a 15min walk away. Paignton beach (10min drive) is great for the kids if you want a bit more hustle and bustle i.e. Pier with arcades and fairground. Also recommend The Inn on the Green for lovely pub grub - they are directly opposite the Paignton pier and the staff were fab too.

Eight of us stayed in Rose Cottage for a long weekend - four adults, four kids. Plenty of room, 5 bedrooms, great showers! Very comfortable, very clean. The beds were super comfortable and the linen was as new. The seating in the drawing rooms was also very comfortable, which is not always the case in my experience. Reception (Brad) were very welcoming and very helpful. A really, very nice atmosphere all round. Great views of the sea. The hill is very steep, great for stamina building. Wish we'd had longer, want to go back!!! Thank you Brad et al.

We stayed over the Christmas week. It’s always a worry as to whether there will be sharp knives, enough trays while cooking Christmas dinner etc but I need not have worried as there was everything we could possibly have wanted. The kitchen was extremely well equipped and all items were clean, good quality and plentiful. The whole property was very comfortable, warm and spacious. Outside areas were accessed by the grandchildren, they enjoyed a daily swim. The system for booking is excellent. We managed to have a brief game on the tennis court and the children had a little time in the play hut and on the equipment. The zip line was a real hit. It would be lovely to be able to return when the weather would allow more use of the great outdoor facilities. Laura and Richard are great hosts. Brilliant communication prior to arriving. A great in person welcome too on arrival. We hope to return and can highly recommend Mullen at Pitt farm

Absolutely pristine condition, so clean and beds were really comfortable. Easy check in and excellent value for money. Will definitely book again!!

beautiful, lovely view, clean and perfect in everyway! beach, nighttime entertainment, shop, restaurants, swimming, golf, climbing wall, arcade, splash pads, park, spoilt for choice!

We were a multi generation family group and wagtail cottage was great for all of us. The younger ones loved the games room and swimming pool. Having 2 babies it was lovely to have the washing machine and tumble dryer

Emily’ place is amazing and she’s an amazing host 👍🏻

Superb little place to stay, very cosy, was lovely to find the heating on ready so all toasty when we arrived on November chilly evening after a long drive down. Nice little welcome basket and Milk in the Fridge too ! Great seating area to chill out and watch TV or have a Nap. We had a great few days just walking Berry Head and surrounding areas and some nice Food in Brixham by The harbour. Have added it to our Favourites list for potential return trip as it seems to let late in the year when we prefer to take short breaks. Defiantly would recommend to anyone asking. Thanks so much Paul and Clare.