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The Mill House, Bampton

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Exterior
Spacious sitting room at The Mill House
The Mill House kitchen with dining area
The Mill House double bedroom
The Mill House Kitchen

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
3 bedrooms3 bathroomsSleeps 6

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet-friendly
  • Free WiFi

Explore the area

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Bampton, Devon
  • Exmoor National Park
    ‪8 min drive‬
  • Knightshayes Court
    ‪17 min drive‬
  • Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre
    ‪19 min drive‬
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪45 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

3 bedrooms (sleeps 6)

3 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathroom 2

Bathroom 3

Spaces

Balcony

About this property

The Mill House, Bampton

Property Summary
The Mill House was once a working water mill, the downstairs double bedroom has a beautiful arched window where the mill wheel used to turn. The Mill House offers versatile accommodation for up to 6 guest - great for families or gatherings of friends with three bedrooms and three bathrooms.

Main Description
The Mill House has been renovated throughout and redecorated to a high standard. The accommodation comprises a large kitchen-dining room downstairs and two bedrooms, one with a double bed with en-suite shower room, and one with twin beds, plus family bathroom with shower over the bath. Upstairs is the sitting room with wood-burner and the third bedroom (super-king bed, which can be made up as a twin on request) with en-suite shower room. There is a paved courtyard to the rear of the house with a picnic bench provided. There is access to both the upper and lower levels of the property from the outside.

Sleeps 6 people (plus cot) in 3 bedrooms
Former mill that has been lovingly renovated into versatile holiday accommodation
Light and spacious kitchen-dining room
Upstairs sitting room with wood-burner for cosy evenings in
One super-king double bed (zip-link) which can be made into a twin beds on request*
One double bedroom and one twin bedroom downstairs
Cot and highchair available
Rural location and walking distance into Bampton
Dogs welcome by prior arrangement (£15 supplement per dog, usually 2 max, or possibly 3 on request)
Wi-Fi, electricity and heating included
Bed linen and towels provided
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

*If you would like the super-king bed set up as twin beds, please add a note when making your online booking (or make your request at least 7 days prior to your arrival date).

Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog. Additional dogs may be permitted on a case-by-case basis, please get in touch with the size/breeds of your dogs.

Strictly no smoking at The Mill House.

The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

Indoor Description
The Mill House kitchen is well equipped with all new appliances including fridge, freezer, oven & hob, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, crockery, cutlery, cookware and a variety of kitchen utensils.
A television (with freeview) and DVD player are situated in the sitting room. Wifi is installed in the property.
A cot and high chair are available, please request these items when booking so we can make sure they are ready for your arrival.
There is a hairdryer in each bedroom.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The property benefits from central heating in the form of underfloor heating in the kitchen-dining room and in the downstairs bathroom, and radiators in the bedrooms and sitting room. There is also a feature wood-burner in the sitting room; one basket of logs and some kindling will be left in to get you started, further supplies can be purchased locally.

Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips. Bed linen is not supplied for the cot.

Tea, coffee, milk, sugar and biscuits will be provided for your arrival, so you can have a hot drink before unpacking the car. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, dishwasher powder and a kitchen cloth will be provided plus one or two toilet rolls.


Outdoor Description
A paved courtyard area is situated to the rear of the property with a picnic bench. This area is not enclosed.

There is a gas BBQ available for guests to use.

Bampton is about a mile away via quiet country road, which makes it a gentle half hour walk or less than 5 minutes by car. There's a choice of pubs and restaurants to eat out in Bampton.

Parking
There is parking for two cars on the drive to the side and front of the property. Please do not block the track which runs behind the house as this is a right of way and access to the field may be needed. It may be possible to park additional cars nearby on request, please ask.

Pets Description
Up to 2 well-behaved dogs are permitted for a supplementary fee of £15 per dog. 3 dogs may be permitted on a case-by-case basis, please get in touch with the size/breeds of your dogs.

Please do not leave your dogs alone in the property at any time.

Restricted mobility
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Exit in case of emergency
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Christmas / New Year
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The region
The Mill House is just a mile from the historic town of Bampton, which makes it a gentle half hour walk or less than 5 minutes by car. Bampton is a small town but has a surprising range of local amenities including pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, late-opening supermarket, post office, butcher, greengrocer, chemist, and a range of other places to eat

Bampton has quite a history from the Romans to its early Saxon origins, the Norman castle, the wool and pony trade, the 12th century church, the quarrying of the local stone; now it is a thriving centre used by locals and visitors alike. This small and vibrant town is located in mid-Devon; nearby Exmoor National Park, Wimbleball Lake and the Grand Western Canal Country Park provide wonderful opportunities walks, cycle rides and activities.

The annual Bampton Fair was established by Royal Charter in 1258 and is held every year on the last Thursday in October. This is a popular event, with traditional funfair and a street market selling novelties and local produce. Bampton is also famous for its floral displays, having won the national Britain in Bloom competition several time in recent years. The town no longer enters the competition but still looks beautiful throughout the year.

Property manager

Chris

Languages

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Amenities

Washer
Pet-friendly
Free WiFi
Parking available
Barbecue grill
Fireplace

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession.
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property

About the area

Tiverton

Located in Tiverton, this holiday home is in a rural area. Tiverton Castle and Knightshayes Court are local landmarks, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Hatherland Brewery and Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre. Looking to enjoy an event or a game while in town? See what's happening at Ian Moorcroft Stadium or Edenvale Park.
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Bampton, Devon

What's nearby

  • Church of St. Stephen and All Angels - 3 min drive - 2.8 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 8 min drive - 8.8 km
  • Knightshayes Court - 17 min drive - 13.3 km
  • Wimbleball Lake Activities Centre - 19 min drive - 17.2 km
  • Diggerland - 25 min drive - 27.8 km

Getting around

  • Taunton Station - 29 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 45 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's Tiverton - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪Th Anchor Inn, Exbridge - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Bridge Inn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Rock Inn - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪Woods - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Mill House, Bampton pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at The Mill House, Bampton?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at The Mill House, Bampton?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Mill House, Bampton located?

Situated in a rural location, this holiday home is 1.3 mi (2.1 km) from Church of St. Stephen and All Angels and within 6 miles (10 km) of Hatherland Brewery and Exmoor National Park. Ian Moorcroft Stadium and Tiverton Castle are also within 9 miles (15 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

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6.6/10

Cleanliness

8.0/10

Check-in

8.0/10

Communication

7.6/10

Location

8.0/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

david d.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Xmas break

Great location, nice property, friendly hosts
Stayed 4 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Fantastic

Had everything we needed.Clean. Big kitchen, each room had its own toilet/shower or bath. Peaceful location. Proper olde Devon.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2024

8/10 Good

Tina B.

Liked: Check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Mill House

Overall a good experience. Great, quiet location and very generously sized property. Very well equipped and even has a proper freezer. Owner was very friendly and helpful, and greeted us in person upon arrival. Milk and biscuits had kindly been left out for us too. The only thing that brought the experience down for us was the level of cleanliness. The property has probably not had a deep clean in a while (only basic cleans) and it showed. Other than that a great stay :-)
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023

2/10 Terrible

Peter W.

Disliked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nicht Einreise nach England

Es hat leider kein Urlaub Stattgefunden weil wir nicht nach England kamen. Hinweise für Reisepässe und Impfungen für Tiere wären hilfreich gewesen. Deshalb bin ich auf meinen Kompletten kosten sitzen geblieben.
Stayed 11 nights in Jul 2023
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10/10 Excellent

Adrian C.

location is very good and peaceful ,lovely large building, would not hesitate to go again

location is very good and peaceful ,lovely large building, would not hesitate to go again
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10/10 Excellent

Jill D.

Stayed for 6 nights for a family wedding in Cullompton with my daughters and their boyfriends. The c

Stayed for 6 nights for a family wedding in Cullompton with my daughters and their boyfriends. The cottage is stunning and really clean and cared for. Joy was so lovely and met her once at the start of the stay for information on a good chineee takeaway and local knowledge. The homemade lemon cake that was left was delicious and very kind.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather W., Somerset

Exceptionally clean and well equipped house. Loved the large kitchen dinner and lounge upstairs.

Exceptionally clean and well equipped house. Loved the large kitchen dinner and lounge upstairs.
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10/10 Excellent

Wonderful house and great space. Tastefully decorated bedrooms. Kitchen was well kitted out. Lots of

Wonderful house and great space. Tastefully decorated bedrooms. Kitchen was well kitted out. Lots of cutlery and utensils. Loved the extras that were left by Joy. Would definitely recommend.
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10/10 Excellent

Helenna V.

Beautiful house in a stunning location. Lovely touches like eco products. Would definitely return.

Beautiful house in a stunning location. Lovely touches like eco products. Would definitely return.
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10/10 Excellent

Heather S.

Turned up after a long drive down from Derby. Found at the end of a long narrow road amongst trees

Turned up after a long drive down from Derby. Found at the end of a long narrow road amongst trees and fields is this lovely place to stay. Rooms are very roomy and very clean, 2 rooms are en-suite and the other room had the communal bathroom right next door. Huge kitchen and sitting room. We felt so at home here and could happily stayed for a lot longer than a few nights. You will need a car if your staying here as its in the middle of a small village and fields. But if solitude is what you need it's lovely. With a car there are plenty of things to do and places to see so as a base it's perfect. We can't thank the owners enough, the little extra touches go a long way.... like the coffee,tea, fab biscuits and the milk. Plus the table had a jug of fresh tulips. We will be back. Thank you
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10/10 Excellent

Elaine P.

Fabulous quiet location. Being able to get to both levels from outside was a real plus for us as we

Fabulous quiet location. Being able to get to both levels from outside was a real plus for us as we have a Labrador who doesn’t do stairs!
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10/10 Excellent

Chris H.

About a mile out of Bampton, very quiet, dark skies at night, plenty of space for six people in two

About a mile out of Bampton, very quiet, dark skies at night, plenty of space for six people in two cars (maximum). Good location for travel in Devon. It’s the little things that count and we felt welcomed. Well stocked kitchen. All round a great base for a visit.
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10/10 Excellent

Steve P.

Really good sized accommodation, previous life as a mill makes it more quirky than a normal cottage

Really good sized accommodation, previous life as a mill makes it more quirky than a normal cottage let. The nearby village has some good places to eat and browse with a good helping of historical charm
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10/10 Excellent

Liz W.

Really well equipped spacious clean and warm cottage is such a lovely peaceful location. We loved ou

Really well equipped spacious clean and warm cottage is such a lovely peaceful location. We loved our week away and were blessed with stunning weather. Joy was a lovely host. We look forward to returning again soon.
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10/10 Excellent

Tracy G.

We all had a lovely time, house and nearby Bampton lovely, would definitely stay again.

We all had a lovely time, house and nearby Bampton lovely, would definitely stay again.
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8/10 Good

Margaret E.

The location proved ideal for visiting the moors, gardens such as RHS garden at Rosemoor, and NT pro

The location proved ideal for visiting the moors, gardens such as RHS garden at Rosemoor, and NT properties at Knightshayes and Killerton, and for visiting the north coast. A very quiet rural location.
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10/10 Excellent

Ann B.

For us with three labradors, the location was ideal with the bridlepath up behind the cottage. The c

For us with three labradors, the location was ideal with the bridlepath up behind the cottage. The cottage itself was spacious, well equipped and very comfortable. Bampton is a nice little town, good shopping, and we enjoyed a delicious dinner at The Swan. Not far from M5 Junction and ideally situated between North and south coasts, though minor roads were a bit 'challenging'.
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10/10 Excellent

wayne D.

Perfect! Our stay with friends at The Mill House, Bampton over the weekend was exactly as we wished

Perfect! Our stay with friends at The Mill House, Bampton over the weekend was exactly as we wished. The cottage was large, warm and extremely comfortable. The kitchen/dining room was huge and provided us with a great venue to relax, drink and eat after a lovely day out on Exmoor. The whole cottage was extremely clean, including and all bed linen and towels. Parking was perfect for two cars and the location of the cottage was fantastic........so quiet and not too far from all local amenities. The owner (Joy) welcomed us on the first evening and was available (living close by) should we have needed any help. The 'welcome' pack of tea, coffee, etc was just what we needed. We would highly recommend for small groups of adults or a family (plenty of books, games and DVDs available should they be needed). WIFI and water pressure was strong throughout the property.
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8/10 Good

Paul W.

Really nice house loads of room and great to have 3 bathrooms when travelling with friends or family

Really nice house loads of room and great to have 3 bathrooms when travelling with friends or family. Spotlessly clean on arrival and really well equipped for your stay with everything you need for a comfortable stay.
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10/10 Excellent

Antoinette eaton

Superb house, lots of space (there were only 2 of us, but even so, it is a lovely large space for mo

Superb house, lots of space (there were only 2 of us, but even so, it is a lovely large space for more guests). Really clean on arrival, lovely bedding, rooms and bathrooms. Joy kindly popped in to make sure we were OK and was flexible on us leaving later, which was lovely of her. Really recommend it for a relaxing break. You can walk into Bampton via the back lanes in less than 30 mins.
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10/10 Excellent

Angie H.

Beautiful house loved the large kitchen and great lounge area with books and videos. Great get tog

Beautiful house loved the large kitchen and great lounge area with books and videos. Great get together for our family.
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10/10 Excellent

Andrew P.

All the rooms were large and clean with a huge kitchen and the added benefit of 3 bathrooms. Wifi wa

All the rooms were large and clean with a huge kitchen and the added benefit of 3 bathrooms. Wifi was very strong and even though in the countryside and on farms, no countryside smells or insects. Very quiet location with 45 to 60 minute car journeys to places of interest in all directions. Just a reminder that there is no garden, which we were aware of and not really needed in such a lovely setting.
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8/10 Good

Michele S.

Lovely quiet location! Parking next to farm track ok for our car but might be tight for a big car.

Lovely quiet location! Parking next to farm track ok for our car but might be tight for a big car.
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8/10 Good

Tracey H.

Mill House is a lovely cottage which is very well equipped. Bampton was a lovely friendly village an

Mill House is a lovely cottage which is very well equipped. Bampton was a lovely friendly village and we found everything we needed. There was enough parking for our 3 cars. The welcome pack was just what we needed after a long drive and Joy very kindly set up stair gates, high chair and cot for our arrival.
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8/10 Good

Marion G.

Our group of three couples was visiting Bampton to attend a wedding, and the Mill House was ideal fo

Our group of three couples was visiting Bampton to attend a wedding, and the Mill House was ideal for us with plenty of space, a really good kitchen/dining area with underfloor heating, comfortable seating areas and three bathrooms to use. The property is on a quiet lane around a mile outside the village and it is easy to walk from the door (plenty of footpaths and bridlepaths), or drive further afield to visit the Exe valley, Exmoor, Wimbleball lake etc. We enjoyed a restful week in pleasant rural surroundings.

About the host

Hosted by Chris

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The Mill House is just a mile from the historic town of Bampton, which makes it a gentle half hour walk or less than 5 minutes by car. Bampton is a small town but has a surprising range of local amenities including pubs, restaurants, tea rooms, late-opening supermarket, post office, butcher, greengrocer, chemist, and a range of other places to eat

Bampton has quite a history from the Romans to its early Saxon origins, the Norman castle, the wool and pony trade, the 12th century church, the quarrying of the local stone; now it is a thriving centre used by locals and visitors alike. This small and vibrant town is located in mid-Devon; nearby Exmoor National Park, Wimbleball Lake and the Grand Western Canal Country Park provide wonderful opportunities walks, cycle rides and activities.

The annual Bampton Fair was established by Royal Charter in 1258 and is held every year on the last Thursday in October. This is a popular event, with traditional funfair and a street market selling novelties and local produce. Bampton is also famous for its floral displays, having won the national Britain in Bloom competition several time in recent years. The town no longer enters the competition but still looks beautiful throughout the year.

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