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Welcombe Cottage

Welcombe, near Bideford, Devon

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Sleeps 17
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 6
Change Fri
pets No Dogs
grade 5 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Luxury
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Hot Tub
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Beautiful detached coastal home in stunning rural setting, lovingly fitted and furnished and boasting an array of original features as well as a heated outdoor pool, games room and private hot tub. Sleeps 17+1
  • Within walking distance of the breath taking coastline of Welcome Mouth and a short stroll down the lane to the local 13th Century thatched Inn with roaring log fires and a warm Devonshire welcome.
  • Perfectly placed for touring both North Devon, North Cornwall and beyond. Why not visit Bude? Learn to surf at Westward Ho!? Explore the famous cobbled streets of Clovelly? Or take a day trip to Hartland Abbey and Quay?

 

Property code: OC-77444

Head out on foot down to the breath-taking Welcombe or Marsland Mouth beaches and from here you can stride out on the South West Coast Path and explore the stunning rocky coastline, famed for its array of flora and fauna. There are many local walks in and around Welcombe's leafy lanes and nature reserve trails with welcome refreshment available at the local pub. If it's sea and surf you’re after the ever popular coastal resort of Bude is just a short drive away, and the seaside town of Westward Ho! only slightly further and boasting three miles of golden sandy beach making it the ultimate day out for the family. If you would rather relax on your Devon getaway then the pretty fishing village of Clovelly is a lovely place to spend an afternoon, and with its cobbled streets filled with shops and pubs. Other attractions in the area include Hartland Abbey and Quay, The Milky Way Adventure Park, The Big Sheep Adventure Park, RHS Garden Rosemoor and Hartland Abbey. Head just a few hundred yards in the opposite direction on the main Atlantic Highway and you will enter Cornwall. Bude, Boscastle, Tintagel and Port Issac all within easy reach for a day out.

Step inside this stunning property and you will find yourself in the fabulously spacious kitchen/diner, which boasts a beamed ceiling, warming wood burner and French doors to outside, meaning you can dine alfresco with ease. This lovely sociable area provides a perfect place to enjoy a laid-back breakfast before heading out or a relaxed meal at the end of the day. The gorgeous kitchen offers further informal dining in the shape of the central island/breakfast bar, plus a great selection of equipment and appliances including an electric Range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and two dishwashers. There is also an undeniably useful utility room which leads off the kitchen and includes an additional fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. Next head through to the light and bright hallway which leads to the opposite end of the property and the two fabulous lounges, the first of which is an elegant lounge/library with comfy seating, warming open fire and a fabulous selection of books. From here, locate the secret door and step into a further lounge/TV room, a beautifully light room with comfy seating and offering a Smart TV with BT Vision. The remainder of the ground floor comprises the first of the impeccably styled bedrooms and bathrooms, the first of which is a double room with a generously proportioned en-suite Jack-and-Jill bathroom with shower over stunning roll-top bath and WC which can also be accessed via the hallway. Further to this a cosy triple bedroom with three single beds, with Smart TV with BT Vision and Xbox providing great accommodation for all ages. Finally, a pretty bunk bedroom (suitable for children only) and adjacent shower room with shower and WC complete the offering on the ground floor. The rest of the bedroom accommodation is arranged on the first floor and accessed via two separate sets of stairs. Leading up to the first floor from the kitchen/diner the first set of stairs lead to a brilliantly spacious super-king-size bedroom with an additional single day bed, vaulted ceiling and exposed beams and a lovely twin bedroom with a characterful sloping ceiling and exposed beams. Servicing these bedrooms and located on the same level is a beautiful contemporary bathroom with corner bath with shower attachment and a separate WC next door to this. On the other side of the property and accessed via a light sweeping stairwell up to the first floor, is a double bedroom which boasts a vaulted ceiling, exposed beams and a luxurious roll-top bath in the room, and next to this a separate WC. On the same level there is also two further double bedrooms, both with lovely sloping ceilings and exposed beams and en-suite facilities, one with an en-suite shower room with shower and WC, and the other an en-suite bathroom with corner bath with shower attachment on bath and WC.

Venturing outside, further highlights await in the shape of the stunning garden and pool. To the front of the property there is a large lawn garden with sea views, decked patio area, garden furniture and charcoal BBQ, and this provides the perfect place to dine outside in warm weather. This area leads to the fabulous feature of the heated outdoor pool,equipped with sun loungers and offering a place to relax in the sun without having to venture down to the beach. Guests can now swim inside this enclosure when the weather is ‘less clement’ entering through a side door opening. Or choose to open out in the centre, so the pool has protection from the sun or an offshore or onshore wind. Or pushed off the pool completely on hot sunny days, if preferred. Located in the secluded cobbled courtyard at the rear of the property, a lovely private undercover hot tub has also been provided for your relaxation and enjoyment, and finally a brilliantly equipped games room with table tennis, air hockey and selection of indoor and outdoor games, will keep everyone entertained whatever the weather. Ample private off-road parking is provided on the driveway directly outside.

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  • 8 bedrooms - 1 super-king with additional single day bed, 4 doubles, 1 twin, 1 triple single room and 1 bunk bedroom (suitable for children only)
  • 6 bathrooms - 1 en-suite Jack-and-Jill bathroom, 1 shower room, 1 bathroom, 1 roll-top bath in bedroom, 1 en-suite shower room, 1 en-suite bathroom and 2 separate WC's
  • Electric Range oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and two dishwashers
  • Utility room with additional fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • 1 wood burner and 1 open-fire (first baskets of logs included
  • Heated outdoor pool - this is available between Easter and the end of October.
  • Private hot-tub
  • Games room with table tennis and air hockey Towels included (guests to supply hot tub/pool towels)
  • Ample private off-road parking
  • Shop 3 miles, beach and pub within walking distance.
  • Sleeps 17+1, top bunk suitable for children only Smart TV with BT Vision in the lounge/TV room, and Smart TV with BT Vision and Xbox console in the triple bedroom
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • No fireworks or Chinese lanterns to be let off from the property due to rural location with livestock and horses nearby
  • Sorry, No Pets Allowed
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

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Robert Stenton

This property is personally managed by Robert.

CUSTOMER REVIEWS

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kimberley 3rd June 2026

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The house was amazing, clean and some really lovely touches when we arrived! We had amazing weather so the pool was ideal. So many beautiful walks that you can do from the house, we loved our stay.

Reviewed by Jonathan 22nd April 2026

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Beautiful accommodation in fabulous surroundings great walks on your door step and the pub was only a walk away perfect

Reviewed by Carole 11th April 2026

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The Cottage was very clean and welcoming. Our age range was from 6 years to 71 years and it suited us all. Well equipped too. Location was great. Close to some beautiful coastline and beaches. A short walk to the local pub which served delicious food. We would definately like to come back

Reviewed by A 22nd August 2025

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We were a family of 11 -ages ranging from 2 to 71 years old and were celebrating a Golden Wedding Anniversary. This was the ideal house for us. It was well equipped throughout and spotlessly clean. The games room, pool and hot tub were brilliant and there was plenty of space inside and out for all our activities. The owners were extremely helpful aRead morend accessible for any queries we might have. And the weather was great too. I would highly recommend this home from home for any ones holiday . Hide

Reviewed by David 8th August 2025

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Reviewed by Michele 20th June 2025

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We loved our time at Welcombe Cottage and felt the owners went over and above with all the facilities laid on for entertainment. Their recommendations of where to go locally were spot on. Communication throughout was brilliant. The grandchildren loved the pool and made use of it twice a day. I think the most used item of furniture was the kitchen Read moretable where we had lots of nice meals and played many games Hide

Reviewed by Maire 2nd June 2025

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This is a wonderful property for a group holiday. So much entertainment provided by the owners that we felt compelled to have a family olympics using all the games equipment. There is a huge lawn for bowls, stacks of other games in the games room, heated pool and a hot tub. Our highlights were: big family BBQ (coals were generously provided), the oRead morelympics (!), v competitive table tennis, snuggling up in the cosy snug/TV room. Thank you so much to Natalie and Scott...fabulous holiday. Hide

Reviewed by Yvonne 25th April 2025

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We booked the cottage for a four generation family gathering and we werent disappointed. It was beautifully presented, well-equipped and the owners were closely situated for any questions and requests. We had an issue with one of the en-suite toilets which was completely sorted within two hours of reporting. A small number of basics were provided aRead mores a starter and gorgeous little touches like honey cake and local gin are gifted for arrival - so welcoming. The sun shone -we had the best weekend. Hide

Reviewed by Peter 11th April 2025

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Reviewed by Charlotte 4th April 2025

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We had a fabulous stay at Welcombe Cottage. Perfect for a large family, with ages ranging from 5 to 81! . Something for everyone. The cottage was everything we'd hoped for and more. We especially enjoyed the hot tub. The house was very well stocked with all you could need, even yoga mats! We have already booked to come back next year.

Reviewed by Caroline 20th December 2024

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Fabulous space with different places to relax, lovely sitting rooms, beautiful kitchen diner with 2 dishwashers (thank you!), heated pool, hot tub, games room, everything was well designed and very well equipped. There was enough room for larger and more comfy beds and better lighting in the TV room and bunk room and basic toiletries would have beeRead moren appreciated. We absolutely loved the great christmassy atmosphere, the gin welcome pack and the amazing honey cake. Coastal path proximity amazing!! Hide

Reviewed by Brian 25th October 2024

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Welcombe Cottage is a fantastic holiday home perfect for family get-togethers close to the breath-taking Devon coast. The cottage is kitted out with everything needed to accommodate all ages. Lots of bedrooms, bath/shower rooms, two spacious lounges, very large kitchen dining room, games room with table tennis table and air hockey, fabulous swimminRead moreg pool with sliding covers, hot tub, high quality BBQ, and large front lawn for the children to play on. We had a wonderful week. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 4th October 2024

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Fantastic Cottage super location would love to come again perfect family holiday

Reviewed by Zoe 23rd August 2024

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Fabulous place! Had everything we needed, whatever the weather. Great location for visiting other places around the area. The honey cake and local Gin and tonic were a lovely surprise on arrival. Perfect place for a large family to be able to be together but not on top of each other. To relax, laugh and play.

Reviewed by David 16th August 2024

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Reviewed by Frank 9th August 2024

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Reviewed by Barbara 2nd August 2024

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Fabulous house for our family get together - age range 10 months to 73. House was clean and very well equipped and plenty of room for all. Everyone enjoyed the hot tub, games room and the pool - being able to use the pool inside the enclosure is a real bonus for the cooler days. Thoughtful welcome package and everything else well thought out. ThankRead more you. Hide

Reviewed by Chrissie 5th July 2024

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Absolutely fabulous cottage

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Big Domain is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.