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Little Willesleigh

(Ref. 1163886)

Goodleigh near Barnstaple, Devon Show on map

Customer rating 4.9

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A property's star rating is the average of the star ratings received from guests that wish for their review to be published

Sykes rating

  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Electric vehicle charging
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Dishwasher
  • Broadband / WiFi

Reviews & Ratings

Accuracy of the listing
Cleanliness
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Facilities and Maintenance
  • All reviews
  • lovely (10)
  • paul (10)
  • stay (9)
  • welcome (9)
  • owners (9)
  • friendly (8)

20 Customer Reviews

  • "The cottage was very comfortable and spotlessly clean."

    It is well equipped with everything you need. The welcome pack was good. It is in a very quiet area, enjoyed watching the bats and owl at night, while sat in the comfortable conservatory. The new inn pub,about 5 minutes walk away, serves good food, and the owners are very welcoming and friendly, they are also dog friendly, recommend booking, as they get busy.

    Reviewed by Alan5.0★Jun 2026

  • "We had a lovely stay at Little Willesleigh."

    It was so quiet and restful and we loved the conservatory which came in handy with the few rainy days we had. The hosts Paul and Fi could not have been more accommodating, The welcome pack was one of the best we have had, which included all the essentials and then some. Highly recommend The New Inn which was just 400yards from the property. The food there was fantastic. We would highly recommend Little Willesleigh. Thank you we loved our stay there.

    Reviewed by Leslie5.0★May 2026

  • "Beautiful cottage snd location was ideal for us and where we wanted to go."

    Very quiet and peaceful and the owners very friendly and helpful. Everyone seemed to know each other and were very happy to stop and talk with you and recommend places of interest. The village also had an excellent restaurant which is well worth a visit.

    Reviewed by Patricia4.0★May 2026

  • "We had a lovely stay in this first class accommodation."

    There were lots of nice touches all around and we appreciated the welcome pack to make us feel at home. The garden was dog friendly. The owners Paul and Fi were both extremely helpful and let us use their extended garden for dog agility practice and organising charging for our hybrid car. We’d love to stay again.

    Reviewed by Shaun5.0★Apr 2026

  • "What a fantastic find and a great stop in North Devon en route to Cornwall for our annual SW holidays."

    We couldn’t speak more highly about the accommodation and the owners who were super friendly and helpful and always on hand if needed to make sure your stay was perfect. The house was super equipped which made our stay relaxing and worry free. We wouldn’t hesitate to recommend both the accommodation and the lovely owners. We certainly hope to be back again. Thank You.

    Reviewed by Kenneth5.0★Mar 2026

  • "I was fortunate to stay just after a major refurbishment so everything was in tip top condition."

    The property is in an attractive village and the local pub serves excellent meals. The location is quiet and the owners were welcoming and helpful. It was an ideal base for myself and my dog to explore the N Devon area.

    Reviewed by Eileen5.0★Mar 2026

  • "We enjoyed our stay and the home comforts."

    Fi and Paul were very welcoming we really appreciated the lovely welcome pack. Thank you both for a fabulous stay. Sue and Stacey

    Reviewed by Susan5.0★Mar 2026

  • "Very nice environment for a walk , with a very good restaurant on the corner"

    Reviewed by Gerrit5.0★Aug 2025

  • "Comfortable annexe ideal for touring the area."

    Friendly owners. Lovely welcome pack.

    Reviewed by Kay5.0★Aug 2025

  • "The cottage was superb, the sun room was well used by us as was the private garden."

    The cottage was spotlessly clean and exactly as advertised. The warm welcome from the owners made sure our holiday was a pleasure from the minute we arrived.

    Reviewed by Colin5.0★Aug 2025

  • "A well maintained, clean property."

    The owners haven’t been at the adjoining property for long and are undertaking changes. Hopefully this will address the somewhat difficult parking arrangement needed to ensure through passage for the owners vehicles. The conservatory was a very pleasant area to sit and read or chat. We are both tall and found the sofas in the lounge area a little narrow to provide good thigh support but I’m sure would be fine for others. Otherwise we would have scored comfort higher. Having EV charging was a major decision maker for choosing this property and after an initial small issue, which was quickly addressed and sorted, was a great help. The property gave us a pleasant few days away and was a good base to visit the area. We would recommend considering the property for your visit to north Devon.

    Reviewed by Roger4.0★Jul 2025

  • "Very comfortable and homely."

    Lovely big bed! Added bonus having the conservatory overlooking the pretty garden.

    Reviewed by Adrian5.0★May 2025

  • "Paul made us very welcome, provided a super welcome pack, showed us round and stressed if we had any questions he and Fi were on hand nextdoor."

    We were the first guests to use the EV charging point and again Paul made this available at a time convenient to us. The whole process was very straightforward. The Annexe was lovely and light, and spotlessly clean. We enjoyed sitting in the conservatory watching the wren, the robin and other birds in the garden after a day out. Cannot recommend the New Inn in Goodleigh high enough! We were made to feel like locals from the moment we walked in. However, make sure you're hungry if you plan to eat there as the portions are really generous and absolutely delicious.

    Reviewed by Rebecca5.0★May 2025

  • "Little Willesleigh is a little gem !"

    Peacefully situated in a lovely area, the Annexe is very well equipped, and has all you need for a relaxing break. Owner Paul went out of his way to make sure that we were comfortable, and had all we needed. Highly recommended!

    Reviewed by Patricia5.0★May 2025

  • "We really enjoyed our stay with Paul and Fiona at Little Willesleigh and would definitely rebook if we travel back to this area."

    Reviewed by Ian5.0★Apr 2025

  • "This is a real gem of a place."

    Paul and Fi so friendly and helpful. Great pub serving fab food a short walk away, accommodation cosy, spotless, got everything we needed and very comfortable. Loved the conservatory. Would definitely recommend and revisit.

    Reviewed by Carolyn5.0★Mar 2025

  • "What a find!"

    The Annexe is perfect for couples looking for a relaxing holiday. The amenities are great and the welcome pack was an added bonus. Paul and Fiona are excellent hosts, very friendly and always happy to help with any questions. Our dog loved the beaches, there are so many to choose from and all within an easy 20/30 min drive.

    Reviewed by Janyce5.0★Mar 2025

  • "Quiet and cozy, we enjoyed our stay at little Willesleigh annex, perfect location for exploring north devon, if you can pull yourself away from the valley views over fields from the comfy conservatory."

    For foodies the New Inn at the top of the road is a must, book in advance to avoid disappointment. Thank you Paul and Fiona for the warm welcome, and milk, juice, bread, butter and wine. Good luck with all your plans for the open plan kitchen.

    Reviewed by Helen5.0★Mar 2025

  • "We had a lovely comfortable stay at Little Willesleigh."

    Fi and Paul were very helpful and accommodating. Goodleigh is a friendly small village and a stone's throw from all the amenities of Barnstaple.

    Reviewed by Mario5.0★Feb 2025

  • "A very comfortable place to stay."

    It has everything in it that you would require. The owners are new to the area and have plans to change certain aspects of the accommodation in time. They were both very welcoming and helpful. It is well situated in lovely countryside. It was a pleasure to sit and listen to the blackbirds and owls in the trees outside the lounge area. I visited the area for work purposes and I have already re-booked to return.

    Reviewed by Ronald5.0★Jan 2025

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Summary

  • Single-storey
  • One super-king-size bedroom (zip/link, can be a twin on request) with en-suite walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • Living/dining room with electric fire
  • Conservatory
  • E.V charging point, Air source heating
  • Electric oven
  • Induction hobs, fridge-freezer, dishwasher, microwave
  • Smart TV, WiFi, hair dryer, selection of games
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Please note that this property can only accommodate adults
  • Off-road parking for 1 car
  • Secure bike storage in garage
  • Enclosed, side garden with lawn, patio and furniture
  • One well-behaved dog welcome
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 2.6 miles, pub 0.1 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am
  • Note: Motorbikers are welcome as the property benefits from on-site secure garage parking
  • Note: There are five external steps leading up to the property
  • Pets are not to be left unattended in the property

The property

Barnstaple 3 miles.

Little Willesleigh is a lovely ground-floor holiday home attached to the owners' large bungalow in Goodleigh, a small, quiet North Devon village on the edge of the Exmoor National Park.

In a rural setting with a stream running through the owners' garden and just a five-minute walk to the friendly village pub, this is an ideal retreat for a couple or even friends sharing.

All on the ground floor, this cottage is particularly spacious, featuring a living area with two leather sofas, a super-king-size (zip/link) bedroom with an en-suite walk-in shower, and a warm, sunny conservatory overlooking the enclosed side garden, which is for the exclusive use of guests.

Moving through the property, you'll discover an equipped kitchen, ready for any budding chef to whip up a yummy meal.

The garden includes a lawn, patio, furniture, and extensive views across the gardens to the countryside beyond.

The local village pub is very popular and offers home-cooked food and local ales.

Barnstaple is just three miles away and boasts plenty of independent boutique shops, proud local food producers selling their delicious delicacies in the Pannier Market, and, of course, the town’s colourful history.

It’s this mix of new and old, of modern and traditional, that gives Barnstaple its charm.

Exmoor provides a great escape for walkers and wildlife lovers, while the spectacular North Devon beaches are all a short drive from your holiday cottage, offering endless sea, sand, and surf for all members of the family.

Little Willesleigh, a welcoming cottage near the moorland and coast, perfect for couples and lovers of a quiet life in the country.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

Where you’ll be staying

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BARNSTAPLE

Exeter 40 miles.

Barnstaple enjoys a superb location at the mouth of the Taw Estuary, on the spectacular North Devon coastline between Westward Ho! and Croyde and is a short drive from the Exmoor National Park. Barnstaple is a busy traditional Devon coastal town with a pannier market, shops, restaurants and bars, along with two fabulous sandy beaches, which are popular with surfers and families. The town is renowned for its floral displays having won a Britain in Bloom award and flowers are found around every corner of the town in the most unusual places. Barnstaple lies at the end of the magnificent Tarka line railway journey, which takes you through the spectacular North Devon countryside of wooded river valleys, rugged moorland and a stretch of coastline, plus close by is the picture postcard coastal village of Clovelly. A combination of numerous long sandy beaches and family attractions makes Barnstaple a desirable holiday destination.

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Please note: We welcome furry friends, but we kindly ask for you to ensure their flea treatments are up to date.

Please note: Pets are not allowed on the furniture in the property.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas
Flexible cancellation terms

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