Bowhayes Farm Camping Reviews

Little Heaven

Camping in an apple farm which rich variety of fruit and trees. Lots of space between the pitches. Toilets, showers, drinking water and even little kitchen for the guests. The host is super nice and he has adorable dogs (he allowed us to take them for a small walk around his land ). Plus friendly and fluffy cat I fell in love with. We had amazing time! Highly recommended.

Escape to nature

We came to Sidmouth and stayed 3 days at Bowhayes Farm. We loved it, in spite of the inclement weather. Our plot was very green and clean and right amongst the trees, with nothing but birds and birdsong around us. Highly recommended and would definitely visit again :-)

Site's response

Thank you so much for your kind review. I'm so glad the weather didn't dampen your experience of the Jazz Festival. It was lovely meeting you both - I hope we see you again next year, or perhaps for the Sidmouth Folk Festival!

We had a lovely stay

Beautiful and peaceful pitch in the orchard. We had a very friendly welcome and they were keen to share local knowledge which we appreciated. We were only there for one night so didn't really make much use of facilities but it seemed to have the basics that one would need. What a beautiful part of the country and how lovely to spend the evening among the apple trees!

Site's response

It was lovely meeting you and to hear you had a nice stay Rachel. Hopefully we'll see you again - for a bit longer!

Well worth the stay!

We arrived from London at around 3PM and after a long drive we were dreading carrying our gear up to the pitch. Howard was very kind in offering to help tractor our stuff up for us. The orchard is beautiful with stunning views. The facilities were pristine. The night-time was very quiet and calm. Huge thanks to Howard and his family for making our stay memorable.

Site's response

Thanks so much for your kind review David, very much appreciated. It was our pleasure to host you both - come and stay longer next time! I hope the drive back to London wasn't too onerous! Hope to see you both back here soon! Howard

What a treat!

Gorgeous setting! Such a treat camping between their beautiful apple trees. Best ever shower!! Loveliest hosts. We'll definitely stay again. Thank you!😃

Site's response

It was so lovely to meet you both. Glad you had a wonderful stay and hope we'll see you again soon.

Best campsite in Devon

What a fantastic little place, hidden deep in Devon.

Site's response

Thanks so much for the lovely feedback. We're so happy you enjoyed your time here.

Stunning vista amongst the orchard

I booked Bowhayes Farm as a quick camping getaway, without really checking the farm or location out. Safe to say we were extremely happy to find that when we got there, the tent pitch was nestled amongst the orchard! The host, Howard, was a lovely gentleman who went above and beyond to make our camping experience wonderful, with helpful tips and pointers for the local area. The visit was enjoyed so much that I am booking to camp here again next week.

Site's response

Thank you so much for your kind review, Annaliese - it was an absolute pleasure to meet you and your friends. Great to hear you had a nice time and enjoyed the tranquillity whilst relaxing around your 'Devonshire' firepit! It's lovely being nestled amongst the trees - the blossom and bee activity is phenomenal. We're looking forward to see you and your sister again soon! Howard & Fi

Quiet campsite, lovely setting and very welcoming owners

Lovely quiet campsite set in an orchard. Owners were very welcoming and friendly, offering us suggestions on things to do and checking we were ok as there happened to be a large storm during our stay. Nice warm shower which let you enjoy the natural light as you showered. Kitchen and fridge was useful to store and prepare food inside away from the rain and there's also a nice covered hangout area to eat, play games etc. Looking forward to the new additional shower coming soon, hopefully we'll stay again. One suggestion: have some local cider available in the shop to buy!

Site's response

Thanks you so much for your review, Sergei - really lovely and great to hear that you both had a nice time. The weather was pretty wild at times!! I hope your journey back to London was OK, it would be lovely to host you both again - I'll get some more cider in! Howard

Stunning experience

Highly recommended. Great walks from the site, beautiful land and lots of wildlife. The hosts were knowledgeable, super helpful, and approachable. We already looking to book up again and for much longer, as 1 day wasn't enough to appreciate the site and the area!

Site's response

It was an absolute joy to have you both here, Josie. I hope your journey back to the Southeast wasn't too hard! I'm looking forward to you both moving down here and setting up a practice! In the meantime you're both welcome to stay anytime! Howard

Loveliest people & place

Fiona and Howard were so welcoming and friendly and were more than happy to make sure we had everything and knew everything we needed to when we arrived! The location is perfect; the orchard is beautiful, the calmness was ideal and we could not has asked for a better place for night 2 of or stay! We loved sleeping amongst the apple trees. Thank you both sooooo much, we will definitely be back!

Site's response

Hi Lauren! A thousand apologies for the very very late response to your review... I'm clearly only just coming out of hibernation! It was lovely meeting you and hosting you here at Bowhayes. We have been working hard trying to add some more amenities whilst maintaining the feel of the place. Thanks for the kind review and hope to see you again this summer! Howard

Perfect getaway

Howard and Fiona were perfect hosts, so friendly and welcoming. Nothing was too much trouble. If you are looking for a complete getaway, this is the place for you. Our pitch was set within the orchard and our view in the morning as we opened our tent was idyllic. Peaceful and tranquil- a real treat. Thank you to you both, we will definitely be returning.

Site's response

Hi Donna! A thousand apologies for the very very late response to your review! It was lovely meeting you and hosting you here at Bowhayes. We have been working hard trying to add some more amenities and hope to see you again this summer! Thanks for the kind review. Howard

Peaceful

Yes it was lovely. The site owners were very friendly & helpful. Would stay again.

Site's response

Hi Alice, thank you so much for your lovely review. We enjoyed meeting you both and really glad you enjoyed your stay. Hope to see you again.