Set in 14-acre grounds, this property offers a tranquil retreat for fishing enthusiasts and families alike. Enjoy the private lawned garden with patio, barbecue and garden furniture or take advantage of two well-stocked coarse fishing lakes on-site which are free to guests. Take a short drive to explore nearby beaches like Woolacombe and Saunton or visit local attractions such as RHS gardens at Rosemoor.
Reviews
9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroom
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Pet-friendly
Free Wi-Fi
Outdoor space
Parking available
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About this property
2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple
The perfect location for fishing enthusiasts - with 2 well-stocked fishing lakes on-site which are free to guests.. Ground Floor:
Living/dining room: Freeview TV, DVD Player
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washer Dryer
First Floor:
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. All properties: First £5 oil central heating and electricity included, remainder by key card meter. Bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Enclosed lawned garden with patio, garden furniture and barbecue. 14-acre landscaped grounds with sitting-out area (shared with other properties on site). Coarse fishing on-site, 2 lakes free of charge. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: This property has a natural water supply from a borehole and there are 3 fishing lakes in the garden and grounds, 150 yards away.. In the grounds of the owners’ very well-presented and maintained fishing venue, these three holiday properties (refs 29794, 30788 and 31308) are well-equipped to ensure a restful holiday. Kingfisher is a detached, single-storey cottage, sleeping six guests, The Lodge is set over two floors and sleeps four guests, and Mole is semi-detached and also sleeps four guests. The cottages have their own enclosed, lawned garden with sitting-out area and views across the beautiful grounds. There are two well-stocked coarse fishing lakes at Riverton which are included in the price of your stay, as well as a third beautiful lake (members only).
If you are not fishing, there is still plenty to do in this lovely part of Devon. Located just outside the regional town of Barnstaple, the cottages are in an ideal location to explore this stunning part of the British Isles. A few miles away, you have access to some of the best beaches in the country including Woolacombe and Saunton. The nearest beach at Instow is ideal for children or just a great place to walk off life’s stresses, and then enjoy a meal or drink at one of the pubs and restaurants along the front. The town of Barnstaple is only a short drive away and has most amenities you may require as well as a busy high street and market. There are numerous places of interest close by including the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal and the historic fishing village of Clovelly. For the younger ones, a visit to the Big Sheep or Milkyway is a good option. There is walking on Dartmoor or hire a bike and cycle the Tarka Trail. Clay pigeon shooting can be organised by prior arrangement with the owner. Shop, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.
Free WiFi
There is limited internet signal and/or mobile reception at the property.
The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
There is open water in the property grounds.
Suitable for up to 2 pets
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Towels provided
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Garden
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Location highlights
In a rural location
On a lake
On a river
Things to do
Fishing
Safety features
No carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools
Rules
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Events
No events allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
Important information
You need to know
Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
About the area
Located in Barnstaple, this cottage is in a rural area and on a river. Exmoor National Park and North Devon Coast reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Funder Zone and St Anne's Arts & Community Centre. Exmoor Zoo and North Devon Hawk Walks are also worth visiting. Visit our Barnstaple travel guide
Is 2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple pet-friendly?
Yes, pets are allowed at this property.
How much is parking at 2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at 2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at 2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple?
Checkout is at 10:00 AM.
Where is 2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple located?
Situated on a river, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of St. Hieritha's Church, Funder Zone and Rock and Rapid Adventures. Queen's Theatre and St Anne's Arts & Community Centre are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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2 bedroom accommodation in Swimbridge, near Barnstaple Reviews
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Exceptional
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Beautiful surroundings fishing lakes and countryside very nice accommodation with it’s own en
Beautiful surroundings fishing lakes and countryside very nice accommodation with it’s own enclosed garden a very comfortable place to stay.owners very nice and helpful
Paul Thompson
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Catherine Barnes
6 Jan 2026
Had a wonderful week at The Lodge, we had everything we needed in the lovely old cottage, we were w
Had a wonderful week at The Lodge, we had everything we needed in the lovely old cottage, we were warm and cosy, excellent enclosed garden for our dog. our surroundings were just beautiful and our dog throughly enjoyed all the freedom and space around the fishing lakes. We had some beautiful walks. Jackie was so lovely and helped us when we couldn’t suss the tv, which she sorted in minutes… we are definitely coming back
Catherine Barnes
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Edith Parker
6 Oct 2025
W
Well equipped cottage with lovely groundsThe owner was very friendly and helpfulIt had everything we needed to enjoy our stay
Edith Parker
From a partner site
8/10 Good
2 Nov 2020
The Perfect holiday and wonderful location for families who want to use the fishing lakes and nearby
The Perfect holiday and wonderful location for families who want to use the fishing lakes and nearby beaches and places of interest.
The only small suggestion would be to get a WIFI extender as I planned to work but unfortunately the WIFI signal was far to weak for my chromebook lap to work at all. Which was quite frustrating.
It may already explain this in the details, so sorry if I've missed this. But if not I would consider making this clear. Thank you.
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From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Rosemarie
27 Sept 2020
The down points about our stay were not about the owners.
The down points about our stay were not about the owners... bad WiFi and bats.... the property itself was super clean, fully equipped and had the most beautiful grounds. Ourselves and our dog absolutely loved it .....we have already booked for next year.
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Rosemarie
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Andrew
31 Oct 2019
Clean and well sized cottage.
Clean and well sized cottage. Easy driving distance from some of the best beaches in the area and some dramatic scenery. Although you are quite close to a major road, the cottages have a feeling of remoteness. Even if you are not interested in fishing, the lakes on site would make a very nice evening walk. The owners, who live on site, are very friendly and attentive.
Andrew
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Carol
15 Oct 2019
Perfect location, very friendly owner.
Perfect location, very friendly owner.
Carol
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Elaine
5 Oct 2019
We had a lovely week at the lodge despite awful weather.
We had a lovely week at the lodge despite awful weather. Great facilities for dog owners like us, lovely walk around the fishing lodges, great enclosed garden and a private field for them to have a run. The cottage was spotlessly clean, and generally well equipped and comfortable for an afternoon indoors when the rain got too much. The payment cards for electricity and heating are a bit of a faff, and I would suggest more crockery to avoid having to put on a half empty dishwasher. Some basic cleaning materials would be good and it's the only time in recent years were there was absolutely no welcome pack, not even a pint of milk. The double bed wasn't particularly comfortable and the pillows a bit tired. However, none of this would stop us booking this cottage again if we were to return to north Devon and can understand why people seem to return again and again.
Elaine
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Dave
29 Sept 2019
E
Excellent all round property and fishing ,owners always helpful
Dave
From a partner site
8/10 Good
Mary
23 Sept 2019
Nice location although there is some traffic noise from the A361.
Nice location although there is some traffic noise from the A361. The overall presentation of the property was good but the double bed was very uncomfortable and the microwave was in a very poor condition. We did like the private garden for our dog and the walks around the lakes.
Mary
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
ken
27 Jun 2019
The Lodge is set in a beautiful location with excellent walks around the fishing lakes ,sadly the tv
The Lodge is set in a beautiful location with excellent walks around the fishing lakes ,sadly the tv and w/f has little or no reception which is a pain if you are watching a programme and the screen goes blank quite a lot especially during the day .comfort wise it has everything you want for a stay ,Mrs Robinson is a complete gem and has any info you may need to enjoy your stay ,a must to be tried is the dinners at the local JACK RUSSELL pub, excellent and above and better meal than most we have been too .yes for a quiet break I would recommend it to my family and friends with a big plus that you can take your pets along as well .
ken
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Christine
1 Jun 2019
Beautiful cottage and a lovely place.
Beautiful cottage and a lovely place. Centre of a lot of lovely seaside resorts.
Christine
Verified
10/10 Excellent
Wayne W.
4 May 2019
Great stay
Wonderful location and great hosts. Looking forward to planning next years visit.