Garden Cottage

Rating
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Pets No
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Features

Hot tub
Swimming pool
Four poster bed
Off road parking
Open fire
Garden / Patio
Cot available
Highchair available
Pub/shop < 1 mile
Washing machine
Dishwasher
Games Room
Broadband / WiFi

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10 Customer Review(s)

“Brilliant cottage with very friendly hosts.”

Based on a working farm you really get that countryside chill with easy access to the main attractions. The decor is not what you would call modern but all the better for it. Very cosy with everything you could ever need to make it feel like a home from home. A real gem.

Based on a working farm you really get that countryside chill with easy access to the main attractions. The decor is not what you would call modern but all the better for it. Very cosy with everything you could ever need to make it feel like a home from home. A real gem.

- Miss Kellett, July 2021
Mrs Ambrose June 2021

“In ideal setting , with beautiful countryside.”

Loved the pool and hot tub, great history of the farm.

- Mrs Ambrose, June 2021
Miss Moylan April 2021

“Communication with the owners was good and they met me on arrival and showed me where I could park.”

The cottage is located on working farm set in the corner of the yard . At first sight, from the outside the size is deceptive but it’s like a Pandora’s box when you open the door. The cottage has been tastefully converted and has quality furnishings to make your stay comfortable. The kitchen looked relatively new and is very well equipped. The hot tub was lovely to relax in the evenings and watch the sunset through the trees . There were little rabbits most evenings in the garden too, which were fun to watch. I enjoyed the peace and quiet and really needed the break. There are lots of places to visit around the area and further afield and people were friendly . I would definitely recommend ‘The Cottage’ and will be returning as soon as I can for another quiet break.

- Miss Moylan, April 2021
Mr Willis April 2021

“It was I. The most beautiful idilic setting.”

Diane the host was so lovely and nothing was too much trouble, even clothes pegs. The cottage itself was stunning and packed with original features. We can’t wait to stay the again. Mike

- Mr Willis, April 2021
Mr Hayes September 2020

“Garden Cottage was delightful much bigger that it looks.”

It was very homely and cosy we would have liked to stay longer ! The hot tub was great we didn’t think we would use it as much as we did definitely a plus for us. Richard and Diane were fantastic hosts even to the extent of letting me take some cuttings out the garden to remind me of such a fabulous holiday and even providing a plant pot and garden trowel ! Thank you again for a lovely holiday Trev, Chris, Annie and Dan

- Mr Hayes, September 2020
Mr Gully September 2020

“Exactly as it was described on line.”

- Mr Gully, September 2020
Mrs Lewcock September 2020

“Lovely cottage, oweners very welcoming, very good facilities and great location.”

- Mrs Lewcock, September 2020
Mrs Hayfron-benjamin August 2020

“Lovely clean homely cottage.”

Was a pleasure to return to after each day exploring. Diana was very quick to reply to any query. She done a great job in difficult (COVID) circumstances. The pool was amazing & the area surrounding it was spotless. No problems with towels in dryer. We used the wash/dry program. If we needed extra drying we put the heating on for a few mins to fire up the radiators ( which can be independently turned off/on). Have already recommended cottage to friends. You do need to drive (which I don't but husband does

- Mrs Hayfron-benjamin, August 2020
Mr Spence August 2020

“Great cottage in a great location, hot tub was a bonus we didn’t expect when we booked”

- Mr Spence, August 2020
Mr Phoenix August 2020

“What a lovely cottage in a beautiful part of the country.”

The owners were very welcoming and with everything going on (Covid) made us feel very safe in our home from home. The pool was a good size and we we used it come rain or shine, but due to Covid all the cottages were allocated a time to use the pool to ensure social distancing was maintained, the only down side to this was some cottages didn't use their slot and our children didn't think it was fair that they couldn't go in again. The kitchen was really well equipped with a washer dryer and dish washer but the cottage could have done with an clothes horse as getting towels dry when it's raining is quite hard. Overall a lovely place hoping to book again next year.

- Mr Phoenix, August 2020
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Pillhead Farm

This pretty group of cottages, all but one with its own private sunny garden - the perfect spot to enjoy an alfresco supper or a lazy breakfast whilst you plan your day, is in rural North Devon at Pillhead Farm, a working sheep farm. The cottages have been furnished to a very good standard providing the perfect escape from the hustle and bustle of life and the ideal location to make some glorious holiday memories. The beach is just three miles away, whilst the shop and restaurant are located within 1 mile; these properties can be booked together to accommodate up to 22 guests. Outside you will discover 130-acres of extensive, natural grounds and a fabulous heated swimming pool and a small separate pool designed for the toddlers all set around a sunny terrace with loungers. The pretty beach at Instow is just 3 miles away, or the wide golden sandy beach of Westward Ho! which is popular with surfers is 4 miles away. Walkers can join the coastal path, or alternatively, cycle or walk the famous Tarka Trail which passes close by. The delightful port town of Bideford has a good selection of town amenities and a weekly market. Garden lovers will appreciate the nearby RHS Rosemoor and Docton Mill. There really is something for all the family to explore, including The Ultimate Adventure Centre, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way adventure parks, not to be missed. Take a boat trip to the nature reserve at Lundy Island, or uncover many of the fishing villages, including nearby Clovelly (National Trust), and Hartland.

About the property

Pretty Garden Cottage offers a one-of-a-kind holiday experience close to the historic town Bideford.

With its very own hot tub, outdoor heated swimming pool and 130-acre natural grounds, this retreat is a lovely place to return to at the end of a day by the coast or exploring one of the fascinating market towns nearby.

A wing of the original farmhouse, inside Garden Cottage you will discover a cosy lounge with a woodburner, collection of comfy seating and a pretty floral fabrics.

The modern kitchen is the ideal spot to prepare meals which you can enjoy in the adjoining dining room.

Upstairs three wonderful bedrooms await, a gorgeous four poster king-size double with an en-suite shower room, and two twin rooms, each with wonderful countryside views.

A family bathroom ties the accommodation together, comprising of a bath with a shower over.

Outside, the peaceful rose filled garden for which the cottage is named looks across open fields and is an ideal spot to spend an evening with a glass if something cool.

Situated on a working sheep farm, with plenty to do nearby, you're assured of a wonderful holiday at Garden Cottage.

Summary

Three bedrooms: 1 x four poster king-size double with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 2 x twin
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC
Kitchen
Dining room
Sitting room
Oil central heating with woodburner
Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV's with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburner inc. in rent
Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
Stairgate, two highchairs, and two travel cots
Off-road parking for 2 cars
Bike storage
Hot tub
Lawned garden to the front, with picnic bench
130-acre natural grounds and orchard (shared with owner and other properties on-site)
Sorry, no pets and no smoking
Shop and pub 1 mile
Note: Outdoor heated swimming pool, shared with other properties on-site, (15' x 30' x 4' to 5' deep) with paddling pool (10' x 9' x 1'6" deep), available from the Friday immediately preceding the last bank holiday in May to the first Friday in September, 10am-evening
Note: Steps up to the entrance, and steps between rooms
Note: Check-in time 4pm
Note: Use of the pool will be by allocated time only whilst social distancing is in place
Note: Due to swimming pool, children must be supervised at all times
Note: This cottage does not accept stag/hen parties
Note: There is no smoking allowed onsite except within the designated smoking area.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £200.

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About the location

BIDEFORD

Westward Ho! 3 miles; Appledore and Instow 3.5 miles; Clovelly 11 miles; Saunton Sands 16 miles; Bude 25 miles.

Bideford is an historic maritime town on the River Torridge in North Devon. There has been a settlement at Bideford for over a thousand years and it has been an important port throughout its history. Today, Bideford is a thriving town with a fine selection of shops (including individual shops), cafes and restaurants, a park and the Atlantic Village Outlet Shopping Centre located on the outskirts of the town. Bideford is in a fantastic location to explore the surrounding area. It is just a few miles from Westward Ho!, which is dominated by two miles of spectacular coastline and proudly retains the prestigious Blue Flag award year upon year. Its sandy beach, backed by a unique pebble ridge, attracts visitors from all over the country and offers fantastic bathing and watersport activities. Just beyond the pebble ridge is Northam Burrows Country Park, which lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has 253 hectares of grassy coastal plain with salt marsh, sand dunes and grasslands. The country park is also home to England's oldest golf course. The South West Coastal Path and the famous traffic-free Tarka Trail are close by, providing magnificent walking and cycling opportunities. The award-winning Big Sheep all weather family attraction and the Ultimate Adventure Centre are approximately a mile down the road, with the Atlantic Village Outlet Shopping Centre and Supermarket a couple of miles away. The delightful quayside village of Appledore and the pretty beach at Instow are both just over three miles away, whilst the traditional market town of Barnstaple is just ten miles away, and the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly, with its quaint cobbled streets, is eleven miles away. The North Devon coast also boasts numerous outstanding beaches, many within easy reach, including those found at Instow, Saunton Sands, Croyde, Woolacombe and Bude. This is an area of breathtaking beauty, with plenty to see and do for all ages.

Region Information

Note: Arrival time 4pm.
Note: Seasonal outdoor heated swimming pool and paddling pool, available from the Friday immediately preceding the last bank holiday in May to the first Friday in September.

Garden Cottage

Bideford, Devon (Ref. 985967)

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Reviews & Ratings

“Brilliant cottage with very friendly hosts.”

“In ideal setting , with beautiful countryside.”

“Communication with the owners was good and they met me on arrival and showed me where I could park.”

“It was I. The most beautiful idilic setting.”

“Garden Cottage was delightful much bigger that it looks.”

“Exactly as it was described on line.”

“Lovely cottage, oweners very welcoming, very good facilities and great location.”

“Lovely clean homely cottage.”

“Great cottage in a great location, hot tub was a bonus we didn’t expect when we booked”

“What a lovely cottage in a beautiful part of the country.”