Frequently Asked Questions
Do you send reminders for balances?
No, we don’t as the date for the final balance is given on your initial acknowledge from us. Don’t worry though, if you forget, we will write to you.
Are bed linen and towels included?
Where bed linen is included we will tell you. Some of our highly rated properties even offer towels. By reading through the essential information at the bottom of each property listing you will be able to see whether the bed linen is included at your chosen property. If bed linen is included then the beds will be made up for you on arrival.
Is linen hire available through you?
Yes we can hire linen to your party. The charges are as follows : £18.00 per King-size/Double set - under sheet, duvet cover, four pillowcases £14.00 per Single set - under sheet, duvet cover, two pillowcases Please note that if you do hire linen from us then beds are not made up on arrival. The clean linen will be delivered directly to your holiday cottage prior to your arrival
Can we change the names of the people in our party after we have booked our holiday? The person who signs the Booking Form is considered the party representative and as such is responsible for all other persons he/she brings into the property. It remains that person’s responsibility to see that all guests treat the property with the respect it is due and to ensure that at no given time do the numbers staying over night at the property exceed the number for which the property is advertised.
Can I bring my dog with me?
Pets are allowed at some of the properties and the details of the number and breed should be mentioned when booking. However, we take no responsibility for their safety. Please ensure that pets remain on the ground floor at all times, do not sit on the furniture and are never exercised on the premises. We take great exception to clearing away dog foul! Pets must never be left unattended in the property. Under the essential information for each property we specify whether or not pets are permitted.
If you wish to link straight through to those properties where pets are accepted by the owner then please click here.
Alternatively, please use the more refined search facility under our Search option on the tool bar.
Do we need to clean the property before we leave?
Yes, please. Owners or caretakers clean all properties between lets, but PLEASE leave yours clean, otherwise the owner or caretaker may have a terrible struggle to have it thoroughly clean for the next guests. By accepting our Terms and Booking Conditions you the guest has agreed to leave the property at the end of your stay in the condition as found on arrival.
Are all your properties non-smoking?
Yes, without exception.
What if we’re not happy?
If you find anything wrong please tell us within 24 hours. Our office is manned during normal working hours Monday to Friday and on Saturday mornings. Outside of these hours our emergency phone number is always available to you. If you have difficulties, please do not suffer in silence or resolve to write when you get home. Mention problems that are spoiling your holiday and action can be taken to put things right.
What’s provided?
Some basic consumables items are likely to be present in the property when you arrive. However any perishable products that have been left by a previous guest would have been discarded by the caretaker on preparing the property for you. Certainly you will find basic cleaning products tucked away under the sink and a fresh loo roll will always await your arrival!
We would like to think we have thought of just about everything and perhaps that little bit more to make your holiday home, ‘home from home’. We would be happy to send you the inventory which our Owners adhere to when equipping each cottage. However, we assure you it is extensive and everything we would expect to find ourselves will be there to complete your holiday.
Is there anything else we should be prepared for?
- Food shopping: Many supermarkets provide delivery services to even quite rural areas which can be handy. Please also support local shops and, if possible, buy locally produced food.
- Walking and footpaths: many beautiful places in the East Devon area not accessible by car and are via footpaths, so bring a pair of walking boots or your wellies. If you want to walk to the pub, remember to bring a torch.
- Roads in East Devon: away from the main ones, roads are often narrow. So are village streets. Take care and be prepared and willing to reverse to a passing place if your car is the nearest to one. Country roads are rarely lit by artificial light, frequently have high banks and can be muddy after wet weather.
- Farms and estates: many farmers welcome you on their land, securing gates and keeping pets under control is a must.
- Some of our older houses and cottages in our stunning area are perhaps a little more closer to nature than modern houses. That means spiders, daddy-long-legs and other non-harmful insects like living there too. Despite our best efforts on changeover days to ‘evict’ our extra guests, they may return given a chance! It also means that if there has been wet or humid weather and the heating has not been on slight signs of damp may appear, not serious or dangerous. Putting the heating on and leaving a few windows open will help.