Welcome to our Adventure
Who are we?
Thanks for dropping by! We are Ruud and Jacqueline, and in 2007 we moved to Devon with our (then) very young daughters. Our ambition was to develop a holiday business 'with a difference, and buying Mazzard Farm (a former Apple Farm) allowed us to do exactly that! Forward a few years and we are delighted to present to you our very established, popular and sustainable holiday cottages. Judging by the many reviews we've had since we opened, and awards won, we must be doing something right!<br /> When we're not busy looking after Mazzard Farm, we both enjoy travel and meeting up with friends. In addition, Ruud loves sport (active and passive), whereas Jacqueline's passions include literature, tai chi, and the horses! We hope you enjoy our site.<br /> Cheers, Ruud and Jack
Hans F
2023-08-16
Great for families with children!
Pleasant family ambiance. Mazzard Farm is great for families with children. On the premises, there is plenty of space for them to run around, play football and feed the animals. We had a great time there!
Miki3738
2023-06-07
May Half-Term of fun
Great week in Mazzard Farm conveniently located near Sidmouth / Ottery Saint Mary. Just feel we found a home away from home in Devon Cottage was in a very decent nick, with plenty of safe space for little ones to go around and either jump on trampoline, go down the slide on the playground area or run in the orchard with cycles/minicars available on site. Ruud and Jaqueline were very helpful and insightful with their advice, and do read the local guide provided, there are plenty of good nuggets you do not want to miss. Would definitely strongly recommend for families with little children Only negative. there are various narrow roads around, takes some confidence driving skills!!!
Eddy F
2023-04-30
Great place for a family holiday!
An excellent long weekend with 3 generations of family. Lovely location, convenient for coast & country, very friendly welcome, with complimentary cream tea! Kids loved ride-on toys provided, the animals, & plenty of space to play. A great find, & highly recommended.
Chris B
2023-02-07
Wonderful place for our writing weekend retreat.
Stylish, comfortable and spacious. We felt very well looked after by Rudd and Jack. Flexible living accommodation, cosy bedrooms. Great location. Well set up for families, though equally suitable for friends. Plenty of outdoor tables too for summer eating.
Seaton Tramway
2023-01-02
A long and comfortable stay during November and December
Our cast had a fantastic stay at Mazzard farm during November and December! We had 10 of our employees stay during their temporary contract with us, and they all loved it as their home away from home. Great communication with Ruud and family, and were always happy to help. Mazzard Farms is always high on our recommendations when visiting the area, and would be happy to stay again. Warm, cosy and surrounded by countryside, a great place to get away from it all!
ReneeAndSimon
2022-12-24
Brief stay en route to a wedding.
Our family of four, with 5 and 8 yr-old girls, stayed for one night in Russet Cottage at Mazzard Farm. It was kind of the owners to let us stay for one night only and to arrive late. We had everything we needed and were very comfortable. We really regretted not staying for longer and will be back! The only thing I would suggest is a larger sign outside but I don’t expect many people arrive in the dark! Thank you to Ruud and family.
Sam
2022-11-13
Excellent family holiday at Mazzard farm
We had a wonderful stay at Mazzard farm. The cottage was clean and cozy and we arrived with a high quality breakfast hamper with delicious sausages and other local produce, including farm eggs and homemade apple juice from the farm orchard. We were very well looked after by Jacqueline who also provides the onsite massages. They were able to offer babysitting at very short notice. Our 2 children had lots of fun playing with bikes and scooters from their children's play garage, playing on the outdoor play park and feeding the animals. Our only feedback would be that it would be good to have some storage space in the bedrooms.
Dave M
2022-11-12
Tar barrels revisited
Fantastic setting, beautiful accommodation and warm friendly welcome. Only downside......we were only there for the weekend, will definitely revisit in the future for a longer stay. First class, would fully recommend.
Robert G
2022-07-13
Great place to stay. We will return.
Beautiful place in a beautiful location. Lovely hosts. We were very impressed by the friendly atmosphere and the strong focus on sustainability and re-cycling practised by the owners. The garden setting makes this a particularly attractive place to stay with young children, you don’t even have to leave the courtyard and gardens! The in-depth guide about what to do and see in the area was very helpful. We would definitely stay here again.