South Hooe Count House

A perfectly magical setting and a delightful spacious cottage, like staying in a friend's house. Very helpful and friendly owners. We would be happy to move in. Rags the dog most welcoming.

With its warmth of welcome, cosiness and ever-changing views, this is a serene and magical place. Wake to the call of curlews, then watch the river mist drift by as you drink your morning coffee. At night, gaze at the swoop of the Milky Way above you as the owls add to the river birds' backing vocals. It's peaceful and comfortable and relaxed here. You're going to want to return.

What a wonderful place to stay! Amazing views from every window, location is outstanding, walks from your doorstep through beautiful woodland and over fields full of wild flowers! Thank you Trish and Jeremy for being such generous hosts and not forgetting Taggles, for the hours of play and fun! We will be back!

A wonderful oasis. The views are so beautiful we found it very hard to go out and about! The house is small but perfectly formed, with all the comforts you could hope for, furnished with antiques & paintings giving great character. There are walks from the property through the woods, and so many footpaths nearby you'll never run out of new places to discover. Trisha and Jeremy are such friendly and helpful hosts with great suggestions for outings - follow as many of these as you can! Our dog enjoyed the stay as much as us, making great pals with Taggles. A very special place indeed.

Not sure anything we write would actually do justice to this little piece of heaven on earth. A truly wonderful midweek break for us and our dogs (Archie & Keira) and thoroughly recommended..... many thanks Trish ( and Rags)

The most perfect holiday cottage with beautiful views of the Tamar. Trish and Jeremy were wonderful hosts. The area is great dog walking territory. We will most definitely return.

I was in need of a week of relaxation with my dogs and the Count House did not disappoint! What an absolute gem of a place; the cottage was beautiful, just like a home from home and there were wonderful walks right on the doorstep. The evenings we spent relaxing in front of the fire or sat on the window seat with a book overlooking that stunning view were absolutely idyllic. The Count House is good for the soul and I can't wait to return! Thank you Trish!

We arrived late at night and on arrival we thought we were at the wrong place, it seemed so big for just 2. As we opened the door, the experience got better and better. Trish had made a fire for us, the rayburn was on and it was deliciously cosy. The bed was so comfortable, the pillows gorgeous and so our first night was perfect. The next day we awoke to the most superb views straight from the bedroom over the Tamar and onto the hills across the water, not a person or house in sight. The place is lovely, not at all cramped like some places for 2 are. Highly recommended.

I am currently sitting in the idyllic cottage looking out at the water and feeling very blessed that we found this tranquil spot. Trish is so welcoming and the cottage is a home from home for our week stay. Our little puppy (6 months old) is having the best time investigating the gardens under the watchful eye of Trish's beautiful collie. I would recommend this place highly, for the walks, the peace, the warm welcome and the views. We have had many great walks on the moor followed by some great pub grub. The perfect holiday!

I felt as if I'd stumbled across this idyllic spot by some magic twist of fate. I stayed as a B&B guest in the main house, as the self catering cottage was full. Gorgeous views of the river and surrounding woodlands. Expanses of all calm water seen from every window. Peaceful quiet broken only by the birds calling or the braying donkeys or Rags the lovely sheepdog saying hello. As an oasis of calm with wonderful food, warm hospitality and endless footpaths to explore the Devon countryside - or drive across to Cornwall... South Hooe is an inspiring haven, the perfect writer's retreat.

A truly tranquil and magical place to stay. Peace and beauty surround you as you tune in to the estuary and wildlife. The count house is a beautifully presented , unique and much loved retreat. Trish is a delight too and welcoming without intruding. We cannot wait to return.