The Smithy Luxury Glamping Pods

03/09/2024

These are our two chicks from this year's batch. I asked Parker and Bella, my grandchildren in Oz, to name them. Last year our only surviving chick was named Chicken Nugget which made us chuckle. Today these newbies have been named Elsa and Ana. They are being released with the rest of the chicken gang on Sunday.

07/08/2024

The construction of the firepit seating area has commenced, although slightly hampered by Andy's 'labourer' 😂

30/07/2024

***Experience luxury glamping at The Smithy in Dainton, south Devon.***

Looking for the perfect escape? Discover the beauty and tranquility of the Devon countryside. We offer a unique blend of comfort and nature.

🛌 What we offer:

* stylish and spacious glamping pods with all modern amenities. Both have Awaze Customer Choice awards.

* private outdoor space with seating and gas BBQ facilities

* peaceful location in a 2.5 acre smallholding with animals

* proximity to local attractions and charming Devon villages and seaside

* minimum two night booking commencing on any day of the week

🌞 why August is a great time to visit?

* long, sunny days ideal for exploring or relaxing

* perfect weather for outside dining from breakfast to supper

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Don't miss a chance to experience luxury glamping at its finest. Whether you are planning a romantic getaway, a dog friendly holiday or a solo retreat. The Smithy has something for all.

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Two Luxury Glamping Pods located in South Devon. Pet Friendly and Wifi available

18/07/2024

Following a walk out with the German Shepherd Rescue Sunday walking Group, we thought we would repeat the walk today, but in reverse. Also managed to have a coffee stop on the way round of course! Fabulous tea room. Great dog walk with plenty of water to cool down in. 🐾

13/07/2024

From this to that in less than 3 years! Quite amazing really.

09/07/2024

The wooden sleepers were delivered by Southern Timber last week, and today Jewsons are delivering the ballast and shingle ready for building the firepit seating in the communal area. The rain stops play for now but will keep you posted on the progress. Currently work is going on fencing more areas for the sheep as they are running out of decent grass. And we need to wean the lambs from their Mums soon . That will be noisy! 🤣🐑

02/07/2024

For the second year running we have won a Customer Choice Award for our pods with Awaze Vacation Rentals . We have achieved an overall rating of 4.75 out of 5, or higher, for the 2023 season through Feefo guest feedback. Thank you to those guests who have opted to leave a review. Once I get a couple of frames they will be displayed in their respective pods.

19/06/2024

Today has been a 'sheepy' day. You can go days, weeks even without having to intervene but not today. During shearing Russ noticed that one teat on Fluffy number 107 was rather hard and upon squeezing there was watery milk only. That suggested she had had mastitis or still had it so got meds from the vet. With a bit of teamwork between the pair of us we jabbed her with an antibiotic and an anti inflammatory and then had to sq**rt some other gloop into her poorly teat. No one was injured in this manoeuvre and we did it with her standing up. She is a good 80kilos and rather hefty to turn on her back. Gave each other a high five as it was all done smoothly and without any stress. Mind you, part two Friday afternoon. She may be a bit wiser as to what we are up to! 🤣🐑

24/05/2024

So we have been open for nearly two years already! Some of the bedding is getting a bit faded so I decided to try out a new set. The sheep will stay, but I do like the flowers as they match the cushions on the sofa! What do you think?

05/05/2024

This is the first of regular steam trains passing us through the season. We are extremely lucky to get a front row view! Looking forward to the return journey this evening. 😀

29/04/2024

Collecting our piggies on Friday morning!!!! They will be a lot smaller than this. Watch this space!

09/04/2024

I have found dates when we have steam trains trundling past in full view of Pod guests. I cannot guarantee they will run as I have no control over the timetabling of the tours, but for now the dates for the Royal Duchy tours are as follows;

Sunday 5th May
Sunday 28th July
Sunday 18th Aug
Sunday 1st September

I will keep looking for more dates. There should be some in June too. I will know nearer the date what time the trains will approach Dainton Tunnel.

02/04/2024

We often have guests celebrating birthdays or wedding anniversaries, but this weekend we provided the accommodation for a bride and groom and some of their close family. The wedding was held at Dainton Golf Club, a short drive away. We are privileged to be chosen for their stay here as newly weds and wish them every happiness for their future together. Congratulations Chloe and Aaron. 🎉🍾🎊♥️

01/04/2024

And that's a wrap for lambing this year! First to lamb was Clemmie. She was our bottle fed lamb in 2021. She produced twins one of each. Then it was Corona (named after the virus which was rampant when she was born). She had twins, one of each. Barbara came in third. Barbara was our very first lamb we bred who arrived in April 2020. She produced two ram lambs. Last was Alice our first breeding lamb from Dunley Farm aka 'fluffy ' due to her fuzzy fleece. She had twins, one of each too. From the size of her we expected her to lamb first. She was like a small hovercraft when she lay down. 😆 So far they are all doing OK and will be turned out into a field tomorrow. Happy days!

30/03/2024

Morning glampers! Happy Easter to all our previous guests, booked guests and future guests. Look what fun these lovely guests had this week when they got to cuddle the first newborn lambs of the season. The smiles say it all! 💕

21/03/2024

Planning has been approved for our Polycrub polytunnel which will be sited in the allotment. Once constructed we can get on with growing veg and some plants/flowers to keep this place looking beautiful. Very exciting.

04/03/2024

Cycling update...........Andy is back home already. Unfortunately it wasn't his lungs that let him down, but his knees. The rest of the group were regular cyclists and were all riding super speedy lightweight racing bikes. Not on a heavy ladies mountain bike! He is so disappointed in himself for not completing the challenge, but he didn't want to slow the rest down nor cause himself any extra pain in his legs. He gave it a go. If he hadn't attempted it he would have been annoyed with himself. He hates to let things beat him. You know how stubborn he is!! I will try and get him to rest today ( fat chance ) and wish the BTS cycle ride all the best in reaching their goal tomorrow.

02/03/2024

Last year Andy's consultant mentioned that some Papworth staff and transplant patients would be doing something in 2024 to raise the profile of cardiothoracic transplantation . Before he even told Andy what it was Andy had said yes! So tomorrow he embarks on a cycle ride from The Royal Papworth Hospital to Harrogate where the annual conference is being held for the British Transplant Society. The trip is over three days with two overnight stops enroute. There is no pressure to complete the full ride but Andy being Andy will do his best to cross the finish line, much like he did when he walked up Snowdon last year. Its right out of his comfort zone. He has not ridden a bike for some considerable amount of years but has gone armed with gel padded cycle shorts and my bike has a fat bum saddle. We wish him luck on his adventure. Personally I was hoping it would coincide with lambing so he wouldn't be able to go because being me I can't help but worry but it is another huge achievement even if he only completes one leg of the route. So cheer him on tomorrow at 8.30am wherever you are.

21/02/2024

Pod 2 has received the Customers' Choice Award 2023 and now 2024 from Awaze. This is for achieving an overall rating of 4.75 or higher on Feefo. We have also been awarded it for Pod 1 this year! We are chuffed to bits and thanks to all those who took time out to give us a review after their stay. Your input matters. We are constantly improving and tweaking things to make your stay even more pleasurable so keep on visiting us. We love to see you.

12/02/2024

Friday was booster day for Bailey and also Freya's check up when registering at South Devon Veterinary Hospital. Tshidi was very happy to see us and Freyja was so chilled she fell asleep on the weighing scales! Getting to know the vets and receptionists and trusting them with your furballs goes a long way for calm visits. 🐾

07/02/2024

We have a new addition to the family. She will never replace Loki because he was so special in many ways, but that's why she is an addition. Her name is Freyja named after a Norse Goddess. Loki was a Norse God and legend has it that Loki stole Freyja's golden necklace. So there is a connection of some sorts even though not from the same breeder. There will be a settling in period for us all including poor Bailey who wishes he hadn't been so depressed over the passing of Loki as he looks like he wants Freyja to go back to where she came from already 🐾🤣 So if you are booked with us already you will be meeting her during your stay 😊

28/01/2024

Sunday should be a day of rest. Not here it isn't! After feeding the animals this morning the sheep were penned up so that their feet could be inspected and to be jabbed with wormer, making sure we did not jab ourselves! Coffee break. Tesco delivery. Lunch. Feed the animals again. Then time to plant our 6 new fruit trees plus the two pod Christmas trees and the one we had in the house. I wonder how much they will grow before this Christmas 🎄 Hungry work so we will be having a home grown shoulder of roast lamb later. 😋

15/01/2024

Tiny. Regular. Giant. Three different sized eggs yesterday! Don't worry.....the pods get 6 duck eggs and 6 hen eggs as part of the welcome pack and they are medium to large. Great for your full English breakfast, omelettes or scrambled eggs. How would you like yours? 🥚 🥓 🍳

12/01/2024

Cannot recommend this place enough if you are staying here at The Smithy. But in the peak period you are advised to book in advance if you wish to eat inside. About 45 minutes away from your Pod, with a dog friendly beach all year round and free parking if you are National Trust members . The Bang Bang Prawns are a firm fave. Prawns coated in a crisp covering with chilli and spring onions on a bed of healthy 🤣 shredded iceberg lettuce and topped off with a portion of chips and mugs of tea. Today's Friday treat. Its been over a year since we managed to get here, but oh so worth it!

30/12/2023

2024 brings a change in check in days when booking our pods. For 18 months we have run with Friday or Monday check in days, but from now on you will have the convenience of choosing your preferred day of the week to start your holiday. The two night minimum stay rule still applies but we hope this change makes us more flexible.

We also take this opportunity to wish all our previous guests and guests in the future a very Happy New Year . 🎉🥂

24/12/2023

Seasons greetings and a heartfelt thank you to those who have stayed at The Smithy since opening in June 2022. We wish you all a very Happy Christmas and look forward to seeing you again soon.

20/12/2023

Christmas is coming to our lovely pods. There is one left to book for Christmas and/or the New Year. If you can't decide which side of the family to spend Christmas with , don't go to either, come to us! Spoil yourselves for some luxury 'you' time. You will be assured of a warm welcome 🎄🎅🐾

14/12/2023

Winter upgrades going on here at The Smithy. New entrance gate, replacement hanging baskets and pergola raised beds planted up with bedding plants. Jobs done ✔

04/12/2023

We may have to give our chooks swimming lessons if this rain continues. 🌧 🤣

28/11/2023

It breaks my heart to tell you that our little Loki passed away yesterday, unexpectantly. It was such a shock. He caught an infection in his hock and when the vets put iv antibiotics through him his poor heart couldn't cope. Twice they managed to revive him after two seizures but the third one they couldn't bring him back. We are beyond sad. He was such a character. Such an 'Eeyore' . So gentle. Very rarely needed telling off. Devoted to his big brother . A real big Loki sized hole in our home now. RIP little chap. You knew how much you were loved and you had a happy life so we have to cling on to that. God bless my little Loki ###