Last Minute Cottages in North Devon

Reviews

What our customers say about their holidays

• Elaine - Verified booking

  I’ve just got back from a few days away at Widmouth Farm Cottages and can truthfully say this is one of the nicest, cleanest and most peaceful places I’ve ever stayed.

  The cottages are all laid out within a large courtyard area, with picnic benches and private gardens. I booked Robin but was very kindly upgraded to Swallow and when I walked in, I was not disappointed. First impression was that it was beautifully decorated with modern furniture and soft furnishings. It was spotlessly clean from top to bottom and very welcoming. The kitchen area is very well stocked and the bathroom is well appointed with a nice big walk in shower. The bedrooms were again spotlessly clean with crisp, fresh sheets and lovely soft furnishings, throws and cushions. Walking out of the cottage into my own front garden with furniture, out into the larger courtyard towards the animal enclosure, I didn’t see much of them while I was here, but I took a walk down the field, on the mowed path to the private beach. It’s quite steep and a little rocky but that’s the Devon coast for you. The beach is lovely and quiet and I could see Watermouth bay from where I stood on the shore. I have nothing negative or neutral to say about this place, it’s all positive. Turning right out of the cottages and a couple of miles later, you come across Hele Bay, which is a lovely little inlet cove. I had a pasty and coffee at the cafe there and found a comfy place to soak up the sun and read. I spent several days at Woolacombe, and visited my favourite food outlet, S&P Fish Shop in Ilfracombe harbour, where I bought a delicious crab sandwich, which I took to Woolacombe and sat on the beach watching the tide come in. Widmouth Farm is beautifully kept outside too, grass neatly mowed, planters full and the courtyards all swept and clean. The helpful utility room gives you washing machine and dryer, and there’s also a basket full of bagged animal feed, at 40p/bag and there’s an honesty box next to it to pay for these. There’s also a boot wash area for ramblers. Just lovely. Thank you, Bethany and family for this wonderful and peaceful little haven. I very much hope to return!

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• Cheryl - Verified booking

  We have just enjoyed a wonderful week at Swallow Cottage.

  Widmouth Farm has it all. From the approach down the drive to the parking area then onto the cottage everything was very well presented. The cottage was immaculate with no issues to report. The beds were comfortable and the outside area a bonus on a warm evening. The cottage is well equipped with everything you will need for an enjoyable stay. The dog exercise area was well looked after as was the rest of the farm. When I say farm it should really read ‘“Estate” as this is one very clean farm. The animals are all friendly and very relaxed around people and dogs. The beach is a wonderful place to spend time if you want to relax with the only noise being the waves. We were pleased to have sat where the Enid Blyton film Five on a Treasure island adaptation had been filmed in 1995. You can walk to Ilfracombe along the coastal path which takes around 2 hours at a slow pace. A great location with wonderful cottage to use as a base for exploring the area.

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• Confirmed Guest - Verified booking

  The cottage was in pristine condition! It was beautifully decorated and furnished, very spacious, immaculately clean. The bed linen and towels were akin to a top 5 star hotel. The welcome hamper left by the owners was gorgeous and extremely generous. Eggs from their own hens were the best ever. The cottage was well heated, with lots of hot water, a dishwasher and a washing machine. The location was isolated and idyllic...only the tweet of birds and the occasional bleat of sheep to break the peace. We went walking over the owners fields, which are mostly left to pasture and are so lovely for walking. No complaints! And this from an EXTREMELY fussy traveller. I could easily make this place my home....if the kind owners would allow?

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• Confirmed Guest - Verified booking

  A lovely and very spacious cottage with very high quality furnishings and fittings. Set in a secluded valley in peaceful surroundings. Friendly and attentive hostess (Elaine) offering a better than usual welcome & package with wine and food. A Roe deer was to be seen in the evenings in a nearby field and on the last day it spent time grazing only a few feet from the cottage door. Good places to eat and a good under-cover market in the nearest town, South Molton. NB Local roads to the property not in good condition (not the owner's fault!) and the post code takes you to the farm on the opposite side of the road so don't miss the entrance!

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• Kirstin - Verified booking

  This was a little gem of a stay.

  Gorgeous cottage, beautiful place and amazing private beach. We stayed in Swallow Cottage for a week and thoroughly enjoyed it. Beautifully kept surroundings, with a good playpark and very friendly alpacas that you can feed. The cottage kitchen was well equipped, new spacious bathroom and comfy beds. The utility room included washing machines and a tumble dryer all for a small cost. There was a lovely fenced front garden with table and chairs. Parking was close to the cottage that was just outside Ilfracombe itself. Would recommend and will definitely return. Loved our stay.

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