Anstey Mills Cottages Guest Book

Anstey Mills Cottages

Anstey Mills Cottage

Here we are for the second time. It was a pleasure again. We had different friends with us and for them it was fantastic too! Hoping to write on this book again…..

8^th December 2008 Marina & Sandro -, Rome Italy

Dear Doris, Boys and Bruce. What can we say? Wow!! What a wonderful cottage, what a warm welcome. The dog Ziggy has loved it here (so used to being on a constant lead when we go camping). He’s enjoyed playing with Bruce and just generally running around – teased by all the smells of the country. As for my girls – well, according to them, this is by far their favourite cottage we’ve stayed in over the past 6 years when holidaying with their Auntie and Uncle and Nanny & Grandpa (the latter who stayed in your other fantastic cottage). We’ve never been to a place before where we’ve not had to pack linen etc and here we walked straight into a home from home. We hope to return (well, I didn’t get the change to try out the whirlpool bath in the thatched cottage so surely that’s excuse enough??!!) Thank you so much.

1^st November 2008 Hayley, Robyn and Jonna Beames, Laurel & Alan Cufley

A big thank you Doris for a wonderful holiday. The cottage is brill, tha cream tea was just lovely and the whole week has just been fab. Cannot wait to come back again next year. Once again thank.

27^th September – 4^th October 2008 Sally and Donna, Congleton, Cheshire

A wonderful place to celebrate our Ruby Wedding. Thank you for a super week-end.

12^th – 14^th September 2008 Ruth & Jim Kendon, Mike & Lizzie, Tommy & Kate, Macclesfield, Cheshire

What a fantastic place, lovely cottage and great holiday! Thanks so much for your hospitality Doris – we hope to come back again soon!

9^th August – 23^rd August 2008 Craig, Sarah, Fin, Louis, Millie & Monty Addison and Mr & Mrs Cox (Nana & Grandad)

Had a great time, really lovely countryside. Would come back again. Thank you for a great week!!

9^thAugust 2008. Mark Mussett, Sarah Southwick.

Had a great time here. Wish I could stay another week. This part of the country is lovely. Playing with Bruce was GREAT! Hope we come back next year. Thank you Doris.

8^th August 2008 Joe Smeath

Lovely time despite the typical British summer weather. Lots of fun sitting round the kitchen table and playing with Bruce – he’s a fantastic boules player! Thanks again

2^nd August 2008 Cahn & Vernon Families

Enjoyed our stay, nice hospitality, well equipped cottage.

19^th July 2008 Lean, Mee Fong (Australia – Melbourne & Essex)

We’ve had a lovely week. Thank you for your warm welcome and recommendations. Great cottage.

28^th June – 3^rd July 2008 Marie Anne & Adrian Breakspear & Pebble

Really enjoyed the break here, thanks for the hospitality. Would recommend.

10^th-23^rd June 2008 Steve and Lynsey Willmoth & John, Mike, Kate & Clare

Lovely time had by all – would happily recommend the cottage and hope to return soon. Clean, tidy and well supplied with a friendly (plus cream tea) welcome – everything we could ask for !

24-31^st May 2008 Morgan Family

Our first experience of a cottage stay, which was fabulous! Thank you Doris for the warm hospitality. Your recommendations for the attractions and food was spot on. We had a cosy and comfortable stay. God bless.

2^nd – 5^th May 2008 Chew Family – Ruth, Nic, Matt, Rachel, Daniel, Angelit & Elaine

Thank you once again Doris for a warm welcome and all your help with the computers! We had a wonderful time again…. weather was fab and the girls will miss Bruce! But.. we’ll be back again I’m sure – thanks –

12^th-19^th April 2008 Ness, Rob, Beth, Madeleine & Amelia Carter

Third time here. We brought our grandparents and they loved it as well. Thank you.

14-19^th April 2008 The Carter Family

Another glorious stay that even ended in snow! Thank you Doris, Bruce and the boys!

3-6 March 2008 Sharon, Simon, Summer & Gang

Wonderful stay – Doris had even arranged warm rain in February! The children will miss Tiger, Todd & Bruce hugely - and their evening walks! Thank you so much – it was a real home from home. (Tigers climbing on me as I write this….!) P.s Snowdrop Valley is gorgeous.

11 – 14/2/2008 The Davis Family.

Dear Doris.

Tigger

There was a young cat named Tigger,

Who was every day growing bigger,

She got so fat,

She couldn’t fit on her mat,

And that was the end of Tigger.

Bruce

Balls love Bruce and Bruce likes balls,

Ones that are plain and make parrot calls,

Ones brightly coloured, every different shade,

He does not care how they are made!

We throw the ball and when he doesn’t let go

We say “give the ball back Brucey dear,”

But then the ball will just disappear!

A lovely few days Doris. Thank you for making us so welcome & the Stollen was lovely. We will be back soon. Keep warm & well!! xx

1 ֠3 /2/2008 Sharon, Simon, Summer & Zak, Nina, Tilly & Bertie

Thank you Doris, Max & Leo. Great cottage set in fantastic countryside. I particularly liked the varied walks that can be constructed starting right outside the door. The walk up the river at Tarr Steps is also worth a visit - lovely woods.

22/12 ֠30/12/2007 Jon & Marilyn & Tim, Jane & Tom etc.

Me, Emily, coming here from America and spending my 3^rd summer here. IӶe only seen the City so seeing this part of England is wonderful and very lovely! Iӭ very sad to leave this place where we all got away from the noisy streets of Brighton and came here for peace and quiet and we got it! Thank you Doris Love all of us. P.s. Wonderful welcome.

3/8/2007 Emily , Divina, Anthony & Matilda.

Thank you for a lovely stay and a lovely welcome. We all enjoyed our stay & Will readily recommend to all our family and friends.

31/10/2007 Caroline & Glyn. Marion B

Thank you for your hospitality. We had a lovely time ֠even a week of sunshine! ֠in these beautiful surroundings. The cottage is beautiful as well and very convenient. Many greetings from Fam. De Wilde (the Netherlands) and from our dog Breezer!

16/8/2007 Fam. De Wilde

Thanks so much for the very warm welcome ֠we settled in straight away. The cottage & walks are beautiful, hope to be back in better weather! Jacob especially liked playing with the dog & Grace loved routing through the box of toys. Thanks again. x

28/7/2007 Suzy, Chris, Jacob & Grace Huxley.

A wonderful welcome, made to feel right at home. Both houses are lovely and well equipped for anything. Peaceful location but near to lots to do. Had a lovely time not even the rain could spoil it. Thanks from all of us to you Doris and Sons. You made our stay all the more special. Hope to see you again soon. xxxx

26/5 ֠2/7/2007 Campbell-Salmon & Bailey Family.

Back again! The 11^th time thus far and twice this year! WeӲe old hands at the terrain but we are always kept busy as there is so much to see and do! The Mount Pleasant Inn at Nomansland is the best place for food ֠every time, the plates are empty! We finally found the correct route back ֠itӳ only taken us four trips to work it out! Honey has had a fantastic time. I think sheӳ missed a good run off the lead but everything else has compensated. Itӳ good to know that she felt so settled so quickly. IӤ even put money on Anstey Mills being Honeyӳ No.1 holiday destination! Thanks again Doris for making our stay enjoyable. Love to all.

15/5/2007 Mary, Lee, Theo, Lucy & Honey Monster

Thank you for your hospitality and kindness. Such a beautiful setting, the perfect place to relax and unwind. It was just not long enough.

7/5/2007 Anne Parker. Cornwall.

Lovely, peaceful.

30/4/2007 The Sandersons. The Netherlands

Our 2^nd visit and we had a wonderful time - thank you very much Doris, we will be back again! The Thatched Cottage is amazing - you must be very proudJ xxxxx

6/4/2007 Ness & Rob; Beth, Madeleine & Amelia Carter. Oundle, Peterborough.

A Lovely cottage. We all liked playing with Bruce and the cats and playing in the stream was fun too. Thank you Doris.

The 10^th time for Lee and I! We all really enjoyed our stay as always, tons to see and do. The weather is never an issue with such a lovely pad to return to! Recommendations:- Cobblestones in Dunster and the Black Venus in Challacombe for food. The Badgers Holt is also a good place to go to. Best cream tea goes to Tarr Steps! Fabulous Thatched Cottage ֠look forward to staying there next time.

13/1/2007 Lee, Mary, Graham, Justine, Theo & Ruben Milner

Dear Doris, Max & Leo, Thank you all for another wonderful week. Each time we come it just gets better. We had so much planned, but as usual the time just flew by and we only did a small part of what we intended. WE are already looking forward to next time. Lots of Love & Best Wishes. We will see you all soon.

28/10/2006 Peter, Sandy, Chris & Alex. Worthing, Sussex.

6/10/2006 Liebe Doris, Lieber Max, Lieber Leo,

Danke fuer die schoene Woche mit Eurer Begleitung. Wir haben es sehr genossen.

Alles Gute fuer Euch,

Heiner und Ute Linnenbruegger

From all the Essex people. Thx for the cottage it was a great time. Hope to see you next year. Cheers.

17/9/2006 Paul, Ali, Ash, Mel & James

We thoroughly enjoyed our return visit and we hope to come again.

9/9/2006 Lib, Duncan, Bob, Margaret & Maggie

What a lovely place. Had a great time. Hope to come again. Thanks for all your help.

2/9/2006 Doris, Don & Phil

What a wonderful week & beautiful spot ֠truly away from too busy lives. The children have had a fabulous time & the adults have really valued space, comfort and beauty. Thank you for all the ҤetailsҠin the two cottages ֠cream tea, books & videos, a dishwasher & washing machine ֠if only home was as lovely!! Thank you.

19-26/8/2006 Helen, Jennifer, Stephanie, Imogen & Gregory. Millie, Sylvia & Grace Brett.

We loved it and it felt just like home from home! It is perfect and exactly what we have imagined moving to when we buy our own house. We have had a brill holiday! P.S. We forgot to write in the other book so have written in here instead.

Steph, Jen & Millie. (Girls in the Thatched Cottage)

We really enjoyed our stay in your clean and spacious cottage. Loved the scones we received on our arrival.

19/8/2006 Thomas & Ellis Families. Worthing, Coulsden.

Comfortable week in a great cottage. Thx for the warm welcome.

12/8/2006 Whiteӳ of Hull & Hong Kong

Great cottage, peaceful location! Combe Martin great for rock pools/beach etc. Pub at Nomansland food good service?

5/8/2006 Bunnis' of Barnsley, Wilsons of Wordsley

Our second holiday in the cottage and just as enjoyable as the first. Will continue to recommend cottage, location and very warm welcome to everyone we know. Thank you Doris and Family. xxx

8/7/2006 Lin & Colin Tuck & Lin's Mother Edna. Redditch, Worcs.

Recommend: Child friendly tearooms at Winsford. Woods restaurant & bar in Dulverton -modern but pub atmosphere -unique! Lovely place - very nice atmosphere, thanks.

10/6/2006 Mansfields. Twyford, Berks.

It was like being in heaven - unfortunately only for three days! We'll come again: be sure! Garzie ~ A Presto.

3/6/2006 Marina Santarelli. Rome

Thank you - What a perfect place to come and relax - you have made us feel very welcome. We will definitely return. xx.

26 -29/5/2006 Silvio, Lucy, George & Gianni Barbieri. Milton Keynes, Bucks.

Nice, comfortable & very clean. Boys love the stream, will recommend to friends. Many thanks for warm welcome & cream tea, which we enjoyed.

17/2/2006 Leadscatter, Buss & Dowe Family. Rochester, Kent.

Happy stay again. We had a good light lunch at 'The Whortleberry Teashop' in Porlock.

14/1/2006 John & Marion Chudley. Co. Galway ROI

A great holiday, relaxing week. We have had a great time, we will be back again.

28/10/2005 Paula, Andrew, & Katherine Dray. Jan & John Kilminster. Poole, Dorset

Another great walking/pubbing weekend! Many thanks.

2/10/2005 David, Andy & Rob Williams.

Thank you for a very warm welcome. WeӶe had a lovely time. Will recommend to our friends.

10/9/2005 Terry & Denise Imber. London

Thank you for a very warm welcome. WeӶe really enjoyed our stay - can recommend the London Inn at Molland for excellent food.

3/9/2005 Tina Ewens & David Cotterill. Combe, Oxon

We have had a wonderful holiday and don't want to leave. We have been made to feel incredibly welcome. The cottages (we have stayed in both this holiday!) are very well equipped and spotlessly clean. You have thought of everything to enable a comfortable visit. We have visited Putsborough beach twice, following your advice and done many walks -all have been superb but Simonsbath was our favourite. Walking to Cowcastle and a beautiful view of Landacre Bridge - again your recommendation. Can't wait to return!!

30/08/2005 Holloway Family. Ascot, Berks

Lovely cottage, warm welcome, great holiday in wonderful surroundings.

27/8/2005 The Pike Family. Kent

A fantastic holiday I hope to come back soon!!

Jade Pike

What a wonderful welcome we received which continued throughout our stay! We have had a fantastic stay with wonderful weather and wonderful scenery. Unfortunately we did not get to do everything we wanted but gives us more reason to return! Perhaps we'll stay at your new cottage - although not all at once!

Marvellous! Hot sunny days - fantastic walks and a hot fire to welcome us in at night - fantastic! Recommendations.- Lynton & Lynmouth, eating at George Hotel, South Molton.

20/8/2005 Sarah & Liz Chan, Peter, Jan, Nick Hart, & Kirsty. Surrey

WeӶe had a lovely time. Great walks and beautiful countryside. The children enjoyed playing with Max and Leo very much and we enjoyed your hospitality and company just as much! Not to mention the wonderful massage! We hope to meet again and meanwhile be well and all the best.

13/8/2005 Portnoy Family & Keren & Mor Families

We've been here for 3 weeks enjoying this beautiful & mystical landscape and we had a really nice holiday here at your house. Thanx very much for your great hospitality. Will never forget our meals with all together 15 persons, our 'tractor Tour' with Tim to the little forest and this marvellous view we had up on Exmoor, about 20 wild Exmoor ponies standing there in the mist so peaceful and free - a perfect moment. We wish everybody to stay healthy and happy till we see each other again!

29/7/2005 Pia, Hans-Jorg, Elizabeth, Maggie, Michael, Niklas & Benni

25/7/2005 Dieses Jahr war es so schoen, das swir verlaengern muessten, wir kommen wieder, das icht sicher. Vielen Dank fuer die schoene Zeit mit Fisch, Pilzen und Sonnenschein

Utz + Margret + kids.

Lovely warm welcome. Peaceful setting and wonderful scenery.

8/7/2005 Colin & Cath

Yet again a wonderful week, thank you so much for this so needed holiday, you look after us so very well. You know we will be back as soon as possible and perhaps we will try the thatched cottage then. Tim, Doris, Max & Leo see you next time. Love to you.

11/6/2005 Tony & Doreen. Hereford

Thank you for a lovely welcome. We have enjoyed our stay here and the peace and quiet is such a contrast to our very busy and very noisy lives. We are sorry to be going. Once again thank you. Hope your plans for the future come to fruition. WeӲe sure they will.

3/6/2005 Dave. Lynne, Craig & Ruth. Andover, Hampshire.

Tim, Doris, Max & Leo,

Once again a truly fabulous holiday! Our eighth time but not the last! We finally visited the Mount Pleasant Inn at Nomansland on this trip ֠just as you said ֠delicious! Great night at Woods with you guys and we look forward to doing something similar next time. Theo met his Everest on this trip ~ Clovelly! He did the entire walk up and down which we were all amazed by ֠heӳ some kid! Well done to you both on the amazing work done on the new cottage ֠such a transformation! Hope you meet your deadline for completion. See you soon.

14 ֲ1/5/2005 Lee, Mary, Theo, Lucy & Sable

Thank you, we have really enjoyed our stay. Such a beautiful setting.

16/4/2005 The Purvey Family

Thank you so much for you warm welcome & care. A lovely relaxing break.

31/3/2005 Stuart & Jean Williams & The Family

Wonderful everything as per our card. Many, many thanks. We will return.

24/3/2005 Dave & Ange X2 (The Poodle) & Jack form South Devon.

Another very relaxing & peaceful few days, to recharge the batteries. Many thanks.

17/3/2005 Colin & Sue. West Lulworth

Peace and Quiet! This place has it all! Will be seeing you all v soon. Thank you for everything.

12/3/205 Ian, Nicky, Blue, Lulu, Flynn. Virginia Water, Surrey.

Good to see many of our friends again. Hope to try the new accommodation in a year or so.

19/2/2005 Marion & John. Dunmore Co. Galway

Another 10n days gone by so fast, a wonderful break but that has a lot to do with you both, you know we will come again very soon, thanks for everything.

24/1/2005 Tony & Doreen. Hereford

Thank you for a lovely Christmas break. It was a lovely cottage to be able to get us all together again. Brilliant location, very good for dogs & families. Well equipped for children.

3/12/2005 Rebecca, Becky, Lindsay, Jo, Dave, Kate, Chris & James

Beautiful location, so peaceful ֠except my children! Next time weӬl come on our own! Thank you Doris & Tim for your warm welcome.

14/210/2004 Feltwell, Norfolk.

Doris & Tim, Thanks again for a lovely holiday, see you really soon.

3/10/2004 Tony & Doreen. Hereford.

Lovely cottage ֠spacious and welcoming. Pub in Molland Ԍondon InnԠis really special. Please drive carefully to avoid pheasants, quails, sheep and ponies on the local roads.

16/9/2004 Grovers, Gortons & Coles. St Albans

Thanks for the warm welcome, what a lovely cottage, will definitely recommend. Had a lovely holiday. Children loved playing in the stream.

20/8/2004 Alan, Sally, Amy, Scott & Luke Dell. Cambridge

Tim & Doris ֠A pleasure to meet you and the boys. A week is not enough, just managed to find the place & now itӳ all over. A treat and a haven for adults, children and dogs ֠no mean feat. Good luck with future developments and a big thank you from us all ֠Daniel, Lida, Jean, Roh, Lilly, Megan & Gerys ׷oof from Sasha & Flika

6/8/2004 The MacGronys. Maidstone, Kent.

It was loads of fun. My Sister had no signal but we all had fun on the beach with our friends.

29/7/2004 Tom Cluett

From the bonny banks of Scotland to delightful Devon, it was well worth the long journey! Kids loved the great outdoors and the adults loved the peace and tranquillity of the countryside. Excellent all round. Many thanks to our hosts.

17 ֠24/7/2004 Alastair, Niwla, Blair, Robyn, Bill & Margaret. West Coast, Scotland

Well what can we say! It has been wonderful. The cottage is fantastic; it really does feel like home form home. Our children have loved being able to play with your children and build dams in the stream. This has been an excellent location to enjoy all areas of Devon. There is only one problem, we have run out of time and have to go home. Thanks to Doris & Tim for a lovely welcome & holiday. We hope we can come back soon.

Hi Max and Leo thanks for playing with us. My best part of the holiday was when we met Leo in the grass.

10 - 17/7/2004 Chris, Ali, Chloe, Heather, Ben, Tom, Billy & Grace. Leicester, E. Midlands

Email sent 16/6/2004

Dear Doris & Tim,

Thank you very much for our lovely holiday last week!! We had a lovely time ֠all the boys loved being there very much (it goes without saying the adults did too!!) I have told friends it was a really good family holiday ֠something that can be quite rare these days ֠with all the distractions modern life brings ֠and lack of freedom for most kids!! Thank you very much again for letting us invade your lovely cottage and being so welcoming and thoughtful (if only more people could be so considerate then the world would be a happier place!!!)

Thanks once again ֠I hope your holiday to Germany was just as enjoyable and we hope to return sometime in the future.

Best Wishes Deb, Graham & Cameron xx

P.S. My Sisters were both very impressed how lovely your cottage was!! How are we going to better that?!!

Very impressed with the cottage & its surroundings, found the ҍount Pleasant InnҠ(at Nomansland) very good. Will definitely recommend. Many thanks

29/5 ֠5/6/2004 Juliet, Aaron & Jonathon

Just to say many thanks! A lovely spot!

29/5 ֠5/6/2004Deb, Graham & Cameron

Tim, Doris, Max & Leo,

Many thanks for having us again ֠it goes without saying that weӬl be back for another dose of rest and relaxation one day soon! So much has changed since our last visit ֠keep up the good work ֠itӳ really staring to take shape and we canӴ wait to see the end result. Take care! See you soon!

16 ֠23/5/2004 Lee, Mary, Theo, Sable & Charlie

Once again many thanks for a lovely time. As usual we donӴ want to leave. Good luck with the building. Hope to be back in the not too distant future. xxx

16/5/2004 Karen, Steve & Kathleen. (Oxon)

WeӬl be back to your beautiful cottage. Many thanks.

17/4/2004 Pete & Pam

Excellent welcome! Beautiful cottage & a wonderful holiday! Thank you Tim & Doris, hope to visit again.

17/4/2004 Vanessa, Rob, Beth & Madeleine Carter

It was great to be back again this year ֠we didnӴ need the sunshine this time to have a fabulous time ֠IӬl keep on recommending A M cottage to my friends. God bless.

10/4/2004 Bronwen, Stephen & Reuben Greenslade

Once again a wonderful holiday. You have a great place here. WeӬl try & come again!

10/4/2004 Kevin & Linsey, Ben, Joshua & Charfs Potter

Just to say once again thanks for a wonderful week, so well looked after by you both, but you do know how we feel about being down here. See you really soon, so sorry to be leaving.

13/3/2004 Tony & Doreen.

We had a lovely time in your beautiful cottage so lovely and peaceful.

12/3/2004 Colin & Margaret Walker. Dymchurch, Kent.

We had a nice time we really enjoyed it I hope we come back again.

21/2/2004 Terry, Liz & Family. Kettering Northamptonshire.

Wonderful Cottage, Wonderful Walking, Wonderful Wine, Wonderful Wet Weather!! Those of you here later ֠walk the Valley of the Rocks via Lee Abbey ֠daffodils ֠thousands of them ֠in tight bud when we walked, it will be a stunning picture in a couple of weeks. Good walks also from Tarr Steps up one side of river/hills to Withypool ֠excellent pub for lunch! ֠and back down the other side thruҠwoods ֠9 ݠmiles local scenic walks around Dulverton up to Court Meadow trig point and also on common here at Anstey to Hawkridge. Excellent butchers and (both) tearooms in Dulverton are good. All in all a great holiday in a great location.

P.S. Go to Hawkridge by the Church and visit the ԁntler ShopԠwonderful walking sticks & key rings and mounted antlers ֠very reasonable prices too!!

31/1/2004-7/2/2004 Yvonne & Kevin Crump & Dog ֠Gladys. Bexhill Sussex.

This is the second year here and we love it! The peace and quiet is always welcome (although it is neither peaceful nor quiet with our two little girls) and our day trips to Tarr Steps (try the food at the Inn!!) and Dulverton enjoyable. Big thanks to Tim & DorisŠSee you soon!!!

26/1/2004 Mark, Jackie & Daisy Everad, Jon, Rachel & Stome Bowers

Thanks Tim & Doris for a super, quiet stay.

5/12/2003 Les & Rosemary. Milford׏n-Sea.

Many thanks for the lovely welcome, as always. Thanks for all the wood for the fire Tim, delivered without having to request it first. We canӴ think of a better way to spend a few special days before Steve has to go back to Iraq.

17/11/2003 Karen & Steve Pengelly

Home from Home, thank you very much.

4/10/2003 Clive & Ann

Our sixth time here - canӴ wait for the seventh!!

27/9 ֠4/10/2003 Lee, Theo, Graham, Justine, Mary & Charlie & Sable. Eastwood, Essex.

Our third visit and it gets better each time. Thanks again for homely welcome and spotless accommodation. Who needs a holiday abroad when Exmoor is on the doorstep?

20 ֠27/9/2003 Kathleen Laraway & Karen & Steve Pengelly. Wallingford, Oxford.

An Oasis of calm and tranquility from a world gone mad!

1 ֠5/9/2003 Chris & Norman Ramsdale. High Wycombe. Bucks

On behalf of everyone. Thank you for looking after us so well. It has been wonderful to be back in Devon in this lovely cottage. I am sure we will be back to see you again soon.

16 ֠30/8/2003 Pete, Sandra, April, Family & Friends.

Had a lovely holiday. Thank you for your hospitality.

9 ֠16/8/2003 White Family. Milton Keynes

First visit to Exmoor in the summer. A glorious week and lovely to have our cream tea in the garden! Looking forward to returning in October for log fires and good company. Thanks to our Hosts - hope weӶe not left too much to tidy on your BD Doris!

2 - 9/8/2003 Martin, Donna, Phoebe and Brett Laneuville. Dereham, Norfolk.

Welcome second to none. Cottage and surroundings 1^st class. Hosts excellent, see you again!! George said Ӵhank you for use of the toysҡ

19 - 26/7/2003 Barbara, Robert, Vikki, Ashley Langridge. Peacehaven, East Sussex. George and Annalee Ward. Portslade, East Sussex.

Thank you for a wonderful stay even the weather was glorious. It was so nice to relax in the peace for a week, which was over all too soon. The cottage was lovely and the atmosphere was so tranquil and inviting - hope to come again soon!

24 - 31/5/2003 Robin, D漯SPAN>rte, Rebecca, James and Sam Preston. Oxford.

We were given a very warm Ңest dish in the kitchenҮ Thank you. A lovely house. Beautiful County.

7/5/2003 Norm & Shirley Parker. Australia.

We enjoyed an atmosphere with surrounding nice farm.

7/5/2003 Masako Minami. Japan.

Thank you very much! I enjoyed everything here.

7/5/2003 Yasuko Minami. Japan

Anstey Mills Cottage.

So green, so quiet, such unspoilt beauty, so far from the grey, noisy streets of home. To wake with the gentle twittering of birds, while lambs play freely in the fields below and their mothers graze upon carpets of soft, green grass. To hear natures peaceful tunes, to smell its sweet aromas, awakening ones senses, refreshing ones faith in all thatӳ good around us so often hidden by power and greed. To have timeơnd space to thinkŠand ҢeҮ If only for a short while in this place of such tranquility. This place where we can dream.

Jo Gardiner

23rd April 2003

Used to think such peace and beauty only existed in storybooksƵntil now! Thank you Tim & Doris, for making us feel so welcome. You are very special people and so ҩn-tuneҠwith the needs of others in order to get the most out of their stay in your beautiful cottage. A perfect break! We hope to return soon. Xxxx.

19 - 23/4/2003 Jo, Keith, Ami, Matt, Jess, Chloe & Shane & Digger! West Midlands.

Devonӳ best kept secret! What a fantastic cottage - you even managed to arrange perfect weather for us. Thank you.

19/4/2003 Stephen & Bronwen Greenslade. Reading

This was a brilliant holiday excellent for the adults and children. Your hospitality was wonderful, your children lovely. We have been blessed abundantly and hope and pray that God blesses you as much. Thanks again.

19/4/2003 Kevin, Linsey, Benjamin, Joshua & Charys. Reading

Yet again a wonderful holiday, but that was to be expected. The cottage as brilliant as ever thanks to Tim & Doris. Hope to see you shortly.

10/4/2003 Tony & Doreen Hammond

Itӳ Lee and Maryӳ fifth time here and it wonӴ be the last - it caters for all our needs! The dogs and the baby Theo love it here and Mum, Lucy, has expressed a desire to return. So much to see and do - fishing on Scooby-Doo-Too at Watchet, long walks on Exmoor, sightseeing inland and coastal and at the end of a most enjoyable day, crashing out in front of a roaring fire with a hot toddy or a glass of wine - pure bliss! We all have some lovely memories of this trip - seeing the newborn lambs in the field and admiring the Exmoor ponies - shame to have to go home really! Thanks again to Tim & Doris.

4/3/2003 Mary Acerbis, Lee & Theo Milner and Lucy Oӂoyle. Charlie & Sable (The Hounds!) Essex & London.

We had a wonderful break with a warm fire and cream tea to welcome us here. The little girls had a great time running around with lots of toys to play with. The highlight for Jon (who comes originally from San Diego) was to see the hunt go past the doorstep - and the fox going in the other direction ݠan hour later! WouldnӴ recommend the Bridge Inn* at Dulverton if you were looking for a child friendly & warm welcome! Thanks for all your thoughtfulness. (Now in new hands! Doris, 2007)*

24 - 26 /1/2003 Jackie, Mark, Daisy, Jon, Rachel & Stomie. Chippenham.

CouldnӴ have wished for better accommodation or more hospitable hosts. Many thanks for all your kindness. We have had a wonderful relaxing break and hope to be back again soon.

11/1/2003 Neil & Chrissie Apthorpe, Eve Apthorpe, Maureen & Bill Matthews. Weymouth.

Very well equipped and snug cottage. Perfect retreat for a large family/friends. Would love to re-visit.

4/1/2003 Sweeting & Parker Familyӳ. Orpington, Kent.

Beautiful cottage. Really pleased we found it. Certainly one of the best Christmases we have ever had. Thank you Tim & Doris for all the help. Hope we will come back some time.

28/12/2002 Rodgers Family. Essex.

Spacious, airy and very comfortable and very cosy even in the autumn! Lots to see & do in the area so we have been very happy on our holiday!

1/11/2002 Heckford Family. Blandford Forum.

Zum ersten Mal war ich in England. Von der Gastfreundschaft und von der Sch篨eit des Landes war ich begeistert. Alles hat mir gut gefallen.

15 - 20/10/2002 Heiner Linnenbr�er

Ich bin fasiniert fvon der sch篥n Landschaft. Das Wetter war gut, die Laune prima. Ich habe es genossen.

15 - 20/10/2002 Ute Linnenbr�er

Alles war sch箬 alles war super, brilliant, great. Ich bin froh, daߠsich ein Teil der Familie in England abgesetzt hat! Danke!

15 - 20/10/2002 Lisa Braukmann

Auch zum f�ten Mal in England ֠immer noch begeistert. Ja, eher noch begeisteter. Also sind wir nicht das letzte Mal hier.Entgegen allen Klischees gutes Wetter und gutes Essen (nur daߠes hier keine heimischen Zeitungen gibt! Aber vielleicht wird das ja mit dem Euro eingef�t ſ)

13 - 20/10/2002 Anne, Werner, Lisa Braukmann.

What a wonderful reception from Doris & Tim & boys who made us most welcome, sorry to be leaving & the children are all sad especially Chris who made two good friends. All our thanks we wonӴ forget this holiday.

7/9/2002 The Hubbard Family. Sussex.

Thank you for your wonderful welcome. It was hard to leave such a peaceful place. Thank you.

24/8/2002 Peter & Pauline Rimmer. Southport.

We really enjoyed our stay - the cottage is lovely & we really appreciated the warm welcome & hospitality. We would love to come back some time - thanks.

24/8/2002 Peter, Anne & Rachel Dinnes. Lesley, Bradley & Laurel Hickson. Essex.

I had a nice time and I loved the cottage although I got green hair!!!! (Water treatment plant introduced in 2007, so no more green hair!! Doris)

16/8/2002 Heidi Freeman, Hythe, New Forest

Had a wonderful time. The cottage is beautiful and the countryside is very lush and green, just like Heidiӳ hair!! Thank you for the cream tea and friendly welcome.

16/8/2002 Sarah Turpin. Highgate, London

Enjoyed our stay very much, very spacious and relaxing -weӶe packed so much into this week, we need another holiday! We werenӴ disappointed with your recommendations - Lynton and Lynmouth, Masons Arms - yummy! Thank you.

16/8/2002 Jonny, Nicola and Tara Freeman. Hythe, New Forest.

Had an absolutely wonderful time. Cottage is beautiful and the welcome we received was very warm. What lovely people! Visits to Clovelly - Mevagissy - Woolacombe, Tarr Steps, and Eden Project - will certainly be coming back. Only downside is we have to go home! See you again, thanks to Tim & Doris.

10/8/2002 Michelle, Steve, Matthew Hoey. BӨam. Tony & Doreen Hammond. Hereford. Darren & Chris Hoey. BӨam.

Enjoyed it very much. Lynton & Lynmouth excellent. Masons Arms food beautiful.

3/8/2002 Williams & Davies. Carmarthenshire.

Thank you for your very warm welcome, perfect hosts. A beautiful cottage - idyllic, peaceful, views spectacular. The dogs will miss the long walks.

27/7/2002 Pat, Gregory & Family. Hindhead, Hampshire.

Well worth the long drive down from Scotland - a lovely part of the world, lots to do & see. The cottage is wonderful. You really have thought of everything to make it a home from home - right down to the Marigolds!! You are excellent hosts Doris & Tim - great ambassadors for the area. Wishing you lots of success & hoping to visit again. The Warnock Clan X.

July 2002 Lyn & George Warnock, the two Mumӳ & Mollie & Dexter. Lanark, Scotland.

Lovely place to explore - boys adore the cats - and so many rooms for Ҩide & seek.ҠDinosaurs, Wildlife parks and the aquarium at Ilfracombe all worth visits whatever the weather and Sean says Դhereӳ loads of room to play in the gardenԠand ӠThanks for the eggs they were deliciousԮ PS Also cream tea was scrumptious. Thank you Doris & Tim.

30/3/2002 Derek, Pauline, Kerry & Jon Honer. St. Albans, Herts. Sean & Conner Honer McCormack. Arborfield, Bucks.

Back (2^nd time) for more of wonderful Exmoor, lovely hospitable Doris & Tim and great light airy spacious cottage. Last December 2000ӳ bump is now a cute toddler Anna born January 2001 and having as much a great time as the rest of us. As Arnold (Schwarzenegger) says ԗeӬl be back!!Ԡ

1st -3rd/3/2002 Jasper & Elke & Zara & Anna. Hayling Island, Hampshire.

Sueӳ 3^rd visit. A super break. Visited South Molton, Barnstaple, Dulverton, Minehead, Dulverton, Tarr Steps, & Dulverton, not forgetting. Ƅulverton. We look forward to our next stay.

24 - 26/2/2002 Colin & Sue Simpson & Anna & Mum & Dogs Ford & Sindy. West Lulworth, Dorset.

Thank you for a wonderful welcome (and for taking us for petrol, and the pub!) not many people would have done that, and all for one night! WeӲe now booking a week!

17/2/2002 Matthew & Anna Gumbleton. Bath, Banes.

Thanks for your hospitality. We loved the cottage & had great fun with the tractors! A wonderful holiday.

16/2/2002 Sarah, Duncan & Joel. Poole, Dorset.

Has a very enjoyable Christmas and didnӴ want to go home. It even snowed late on Christmas Day, which made for a very traditional time.

22 - 29/12/2001 Geof, Michelle, Daniel, Roseanne, Georgina, Eleanor and Olivia Wilkinson. Chandlers Ford, Hampshire.

Had a great Christmas in the cottage and enjoyed playing in the big cottage. Thank you Tim for collecting logs for the fire and for all your help through the week. We wish you much success for the future and hope to come back again one day. Thank you Tim & Doris.

22 - 29/12/2001 Geof, Michelle & Kids. Chandlers Ford, Hampshire.

Had a wonderful time. Despite a few days bad weather. This was a well worth waiting honeymoon and have enjoyed very minute. Thank you for the lovely bottle of plonk. See you both again really soon, as thereӳ still much more left for us to explore. Take care.

10/11/2001 Dawn, Anthony, Owen Hunt. Scarborough

Once again, no one wants to leave. Each stay just gets better. This is our third and we hope to be back for a fourth! We finally bought a cream tea in Simonsbath, which served delicious cakes. Barnstaple market on Friday was worth a visit. Lots of local and organic produce on offer and a Tapas bar was a splendid place to snack - called Carmens. Thanks Tim, Doris, Max & Leo.

20/10/2001 - 27/10/2001 Donna, Martin. Phobe (4 ݩ and Brett (2 ݩ Laneuville. Dereham, Norfolk.

A lovely 2 week break, lovely drives over Exmoor, beautiful beaches at Woolacombe, Northam Burrows, Farm shop at Blue Anchor Bay does great sausages. Thank you Tim & Doris for all our talks about holiday cottages.

22/9/2001 - 6/10/2001 Val, Bob & Lynne Rayner & Maisie the dog. Marsworth, Bucks.

DonӴ want to go home. Our second holiday at Anstey Mills Cottage and it gets better and better. We look forward to our third visit.

15/9/2001 Karen & Steve Pengelly & Kathleen Laraway. Wallingford, Oxfordshire.

A beautiful place & comfortable, well-equipped cottage. We have thoroughly enjoyed our week and enjoyed meeting you. Thank you.

7/9/2001 Helen Edwards & Jean Meareoff.

I like my cottage. I had fun at my cottage and I enjoyed Butlins.

31/8/2001 Anna Charlton (aged 6) Bracknell

A lovely cottage with a very warm welcome, thank you. The wildlife and Dinosaur Park was a particular ҨitҠwith our children - itӳ well worth a visit. Thank you very much. We have really enjoyed our visit to this part of the country and hope to return when we can persuade the children to walk up hills. We recommend Withy pool - good circular walk via stepping stones - suitably short for 3yr olds, WatersҠMeet - delicious cream teas, Putsborough beach.

31/8/2001 Margaret & Neil Charlton & Michael (3) Peter, Barbara, Stephanie (3) & Eva (10 months) Terziyski. Bracknell, Hertford.

Despite the weather we have had a lovely time. We have visited the Eden project, Cider farms, lovely beaches & the Moors. It was lovely coming back to this comfortable & specious cottage. We have had the warmest possible welcome from Tim & Doris. We will return!

11/8/2001 Linda & Colin, Neil & Emma & Gemma Tuck. Redditch, Worcs.

Had a really lovely stay and canӴ wait to return. The warm & friendly welcome, cream tea & neighbourly-ness of Doris & Tim have made our stay even more enjoyable. The cottage is wonderful, setting magnificent & Tarr Steps, Putsborough beach, Dunster Castle all great visits.

28/7/2001 Rebecca, Andy, Chris & Liz. Leicester.

What hospitality - some hosts - loveliest of places - abode great - we all had a great time. Infinite thanks to Tim & Doris for their assistance and making our stay a grandiose one. Thanks a lot again.

9/7/2001 Shekhar, Sadhna, Shona, Stefan & Grand Parents. Hemel Hempstead.

Thank you for your warm hospitality on arrival and throughout our stay. WeӶe had an adventurous week and looking forward to many more like this soon. Somerset is a very nice place with so much to do. Thanks, see you again soon!

19/5/2001 Dawn, Tony, Sara Jane, Owen, Peter & Shirley. Scarborough, Surrey.

Thank you for your warm welcome on arrival. We loved the cottage and the beautiful countryside. We enjoyed our Sonӳ wedding in the lovely church in Dulverton. We wish you every success with the cottage, good wishes to you both. Thank you.

3/5/2001 Linda, Clifford & Martin Newman. Rayleigh, Essex.

A lovely cottage & exceptional hospitality from Tim & Doris! V. Sad about the foot and mouth & we wish all those affected a rapid resolution to the problem. Beautiful scenery anyway!

16/4/2001 Katy, Tom & Benjamin Amlampalam. Mr. & Mrs. T. Amlampalam. Mr. & Mrs. S. Wilson. Herts.

A very enjoyable 3^rd visit. Look forward to coming again.

28/2/2001 Ann & Tim Gibson. Stow on the Wold.

A really lovely cottage and area. We had a lovely weekend and hope to return.

25/02/2001 Jerry & Pat Bartram. Biggleswade, Beds.

Thank you for your welcome and hospitality. Great adventure with the tractor and the snow! Enjoyed the lazy mornings in the cottage. The children loved the space - thanks!

2/1/2001 John, Jane, Lawrence, Iain, Malini, Sophie and Rosie. Reading, Berkshire.

Liked it so much we stayed an extra day. Great area, great cottage, great people. We hope to be back some time with our next child due to be born in 12 days. We three and bump enjoyed our stay here very much, especially with a child and cosy evenings by the fire.

17-23/12/2000 Elke, Jasper and Zara and bump. Hayling Island, Hampshire.

Thanks for a great break- wish it was longer, but we will be back. We will spread the word of what a super cottage - but donӴ forget the Internet.

11/11/2000 Eugene, Heidi & Otto. Bracknell, Berkshire.

Very peaceful and comfortable. We had some lovely walks along the river and up on the Moor. The autumn colours were wonderful. I hope to come back in the spring.

10/11/2000 Sue Simpson & Sindy and Ford. West Lulworth, Dorset.

WeӬl be back again! Thank you for a welcome and much needed break.

29/10/2000 Donna, Martin, Phobe & Brett Laneuville. Dereham, Norfolk.

These few days turned out to be exactly what we wanted - a restful holiday in very comfortable surroundings with lovely weather. Thanks for everything.

13/9/2000 Alistair, Kirsty, Rhianna and Fraser Lindsay. Little Kineton, Warwickshire.

Thank you for the use of your homely cottage. We enjoyed the real peace and quiet - sorry it wasnӴ so peaceful for you with young Thomas about! Thanks Tim for your guided run - your 3 or 4 miles felt more like 5 or 6 compared to our flat countryside! All the best and thanks again.

9/9/2000 Kevin, Michelle, Thomas, Megan & Cassie Dog. Colchester, Essex.

Thanks for a warm welcome and lovely cottage, one week is not enough. We hope to see you all again. Best of luck to you all.

9/9/2000 Mick & Rose Goodchild & Kim. Suffolk

Paradise - the first word that was said when we set eyes upon this traditional, but modern, cottage, and still the only word to describe it as we bid farewell. Set in the depths of Devon but close enough to dog walks, the Moors, Towns and places of interest. We all felt (including the dogs) very welcome and would love to visit again some time! Thank you!!

2/9/2000 Judy, Richard, Katie, Robin, Jennie, Munro (Holly and Pippa - the dogs)! Bury St Edmunds, Suffolk.

The cottage was wonderful; although the weather was bad we still enjoyed ourselves. Doris and Tim were very nice and gave us a great welcome; Penny did not get on with the Ginger cat even so. Thank you for a most pleasant stay hope to see you again, one more thing the surroundings are beautiful. Thanks again.

26/8/2000 Elizabeth, David, Victoria & John & Penny (the dog) Arnold. Leeds, West Yorkshire.

Although the weather wasnӴ too good, our holiday was made more enjoyable by the accommodation and hospitality shown to us by Doris and Tim. The ӣream teaҠupon our arrival was most welcome and enjoyable. The area is full of attractions and places of interest and it was pleasant to return to our ӢaseҠafter a busy daily schedule. Thank you for making six O. A. P.ӳ welcome.

22-28/7/2000 Dennis & Margaret Duke. Herts. Barbara & Peter Greene. Derby. Maurice & Jean Rowe. Kent.

The cottage was exactly as we imagined, and more. It has been a wonderful base for us to do many things, and great to know we are returning each day to the peace and quiet. Thank you for your recommendation of Ӗalley of the RocksҬ well worth the trip. The Moor and surrounding rivers and valleys along with your hospitality will be remembered as our highlight to our holiday in England.

15/7/2000 Wendy & Barry Smith James, Rebecca & Michelle. N.J. USA

Thanks Tim and Doris for a warm and friendly welcome. WeӶe a good break in your delightful cottage in its peaceful surroundings. Despite the weather we still enjoyed the Moor especially. Our recommendations would be the canal trip at Tiverton and eating at the Mason Arms at Knowstone (dog friendly). All the best.

8-15/7/2000 Mark & Sally Ashford. Orpington, Kent. Louis & Judy McMillen. Tatsfield, Kent.

Thank you for a great welcome - great place thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

1/7/2000 Richard, Tammy & Holly Medley. Milton Keynes.

Thanks for your genuine warmth and thoughtful hospitality. Beautiful cottage, wonderful surroundings, unusual local pub!!! (Ҕhe FroudeҬ our local in East Anstey has closed unfortunately. Doris)

1/7/2000 Pete, Helen & Charlotte Edwards. Dudley, West Midlands.

Lovely holiday, well worth the long journey. Very warm welcome. Comfortable home.

27/6/2000 K. L. Batley, Hants. M & N Bryant, Middx.

A very pleasant and enjoyable stay, will be back again very soon. Thank you for your hospitality. Thank you for letting me play with the toys - Sara Jane. Thank you both again, a very enjoyable week. Look forward to next year.

20/5/2000 Anthony & Dawn from Leicester. Peter & Shirley from Dorking. Sara Jane from Reading.

A big Ӵhank youҠDoris and Tim for the lovely welcome - it made a lovely start to a very lovely holiday. The cottage is beautiful and the views in the countryside are breathtaking. Hope to return again very soon - perhaps the rest of the family will come too! All the very best to you and the children.

15/4/2000 Peter & Margaret Luxton (and Smokey) Poole, Dorset.

Great holiday everything we could have wished for; thank you for your kindness and companionship, till our next visit. Our very best wishes.

2/4/2000 John, Crissie & Lulu. Lower East

A lovely place for a rest!

4/1/2000 Iain, Malini, John, Jane, Lawrence, Rosie & Sophie. Reading, Berkshire.

A very enjoyable second visit. Your hospitality and lovely cottage makes us want to return again and again. Thank you. All the best for 2000.

20/11/1999 Ann, Tim, Andy & Matthew & Amy Gibson. Stow on the Wold, Glos.

Thank you for providing all the thoughtful extras for the children, they made our time here even more relaxing. Hope to return next year.

23-30/10/1999 Donna, Martin, Phoebe (2 ݩ and