Nestled in the picturesque Devon countryside, Woodland Cottage offers a charming retreat with views across open countryside. With exclusive use of a garden area and access to 5 acres of pasture and woodland, enjoy BBQs or campfires under the stars. Relax by the wood-burning stove or explore nearby Dartmoor, Exmoor and North Devon beaches.
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9.89.8 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 5
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Outdoor space
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About this property
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You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.
Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly
The cottage has character and charm and is set in the picturesque Devon countryside. It is peaceful and quiet with views from the land across open countryside. Dartmoor and Exmoor are easily accessible as are the North Devon beaches of Instow, Braunton, Saunton Sands, Ilfracombe and Woolacombe. Cyclists and walkers can also enjoy the nearby Tarka Trail which runs along a disused railway line. Great Torrington is the nearest town (about 15 minute drive) which has supermarkets, pubs and restaurants. The larger towns of Bideford and Barnstaple are about 30 minutes drive away. The RHS gardens at Rosemoor are closeby. The Globe at Beaford is the nearest pub (15minute drive) serving local beers and food. The holiday cottage is thought to be about 200 years old. It is joined to our own property and has it's own entrance. You will have exclusive use of a garden area to the front and access to the five acres of pasture and woodland and look over our wildlife pond. You can have a barbecue or sit around a campfire in the woods. The cottage has a wood burning stove for chilly evenings and full newly installed green air source heat pump, central heating. The water is heated and electricity generated by solar panels. Superfast fibre broadband is available for you to use. The cottage is a perfect base for your holiday in stunning North Devon
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
Electric car charging station on site
Car required
Parking on site
Kitchen
Coffee/tea maker
Cookware, dishware, and utensils
Electric kettle
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Paper towels
Refrigerator
Toaster
Dining
Dining table
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Soap
Toilet paper
Towels provided
Living spaces
Dining table
Fireplace
Living room
Wood stove
Entertainment
DVD player
Games
Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
Outdoor areas
Barbecue grill
Firepit
Garden
Outdoor furniture
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
Pet friendly
Welcoming dogs only
2 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
Things to do
Birdwatching nearby
Cycling nearby
Fishing nearby
Golfing nearby
Hiking/biking trails nearby
Safety features
Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
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
Pets
Pets are allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: Large deep water wildlife pond in the grounds
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 a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher, a first aid kit and a deadlock
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
We should mention
A car is required for transport to and from this property
About the area
Located in Torrington, this cottage is in a rural area. Queen's Theatre and The Burton Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's activities can be experienced at Survival Paintball and Survival Laser Games. Travelling with kids? Consider RHS Garden Rosemoor and The Plough Arts Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with nearby fishing, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and cycling. Visit our Torrington travel guide
Is Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly pet-friendly?
Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.
How much is parking at Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly?
Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.
What time is check-out at Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly?
Checkout is at 10:30 AM.
Where is Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly located?
Located in a rural location, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of Survival Paintball, Survival Laser Games, and RHS Garden Rosemoor. The Plough Arts Centre and Highbullen Golf Course are also within 9 miles (15 km).
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Peaceful Rural Location Set Within 5 Acres Of Pasture and Woodland, pet friendly Reviews
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Lovely comfortable space, in a remote area but within easy driving reach of shops and pubs. Fast internet and good WiFi signal, and a large Smart TV with DVD player. Spacious grounds with peaceful places to sit and enjoy the view. Excellent communication from the hosts before and during the stay
We had a lovely peaceful weekend away here. Lynda was very welcoming even though we arrived 5 hours late due to motorway closure. Nice secluded woodland for the dogs to roam about in. Well equipped cottage and comfortable beds which is always a bonus.
A lovely, spacious property that was perfect for our needs. We used it as a base to explore North Devon and visit friends, and were happy to return to it in the evening. Highly recommended 😊
We had an absolutely fantastic, cosy, and memorable stay at this beautiful Vrbo property in North Devon.Our hosts, Linda and David, were superb. They were incredibly attentive and provided a useful recommendation for a stop on our return journey. Their warm welcome and attentiveness made us feel instantly at home.The cottage itself is delightful: perfectly equipped and wonderfully cosy and warm, even in late October. The setting is ideal—a quiet, rural retreat with lovely gardens and grounds, perfect for disconnecting and unwinding.As for amenities, the electric car charging port was a great, useful feature. It allowed us to charge our EV seamlessly, keeping the car charged for our daily excursions to various National Trust properties.If you're seeking a relaxing, high-quality escape with genuine and attentive hosts, we highly recommend this property!
The house was cosy .space outside was amazing with walk in woods wildlife pond. Garden was well equipped with plenty of seating. Peaceful location. Host thought of everything to make our stay a place from home . On hand if need be (but not feeling as if being watched ) Dogs had plenty to sniff everytime we walked around the woods and field.Absolutely amazing just what we needed.
A lovely location with full use of the grounds which we greatly enjoyed, strolling with our dog around the pond and the meadow and sitting out in the secluded garden when the weather permitted. The house was comfortable and well equipped, and best of all, peaceful.
The house is well located for visiting the countryside and north coast of Devon.
A slight quibble, in that, on a cold wet first day, the house was not warm enough, but that was quickly remedied with the owners, who were very helpful throughout.
Hugh M.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2024
Verified
10/10 Excellent
ben
4 Sept 2025
Liked: Amenities
Great quit place with beautiful garden and stunning view over the surrounding fields. Very complete cottage with all comfort. Friendly and helpful owners.
Just got back from a lovely peaceful trip, the cottage had everything we needed, beds were really comfy and great quality. The hosts were friendly, had some great recommendations and were there if needed. We felt very welcome to explore the grounds, the gardens were beautiful and every corner there was something to see, like a ‘Secret Garden’, me and my Lab had big smiles on our faces exploring, especially the meadow. Hope to visit again, thanks for hosting us xxx
Excellent amenities, everything you need,Beautiful house, very spacious and comfortable.Very secluded location, perfect for a quiet break.Very clean. Excellent parking and gorgeous gardens to walk round, cool treehouse Nice and private.
Lovely well equipped rural cottage within day trip distance of Exmoor, Dartmoor and beautiful Devon beaches. We also really enjoyed biking the Tarka trail. Would definitely recommend.
A beautiful property in an idyllic setting .
Very well equipped Lynda greeted on our arrival and was very informative .
Would definitely recommend and hopefully see you again sometime . Thank you
Comfortable and homely rental to base ourselves from for a week exploring North Devon and the South West Coastal path. Beautiful garden, peaceful location. Lynda, our host, couldn’t have been more helpful and accommodating.
Leanndre F.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2023
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Rose B.
4 Jun 2017
Peaceful retreat
Very rural peaceful location. Greeted with a cream tea and fresh eggs, which was lovely. Clean and comfy, nice added touches like beach toys and board games for the kids, plus sky movies for the evenings. Would highly recommend for families or couples.
Rose B.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2017
Archival
8/10 Good
Kevin J.
11 Oct 2015
Just as it says, peaceful and secluded - hard to b
A most comfortable and delightful cottage in peaceful surroundings and only 10 minutes from Great Torrington. This is a good place from which to explore North Devon and lovely to return to each day. It has all you need and is well looked after. Thank you!
The house was clean and fully equipped. It was a bit on the chilly side in early April, but we lit the fire a couple of times which really helped to warm the cottage up. The owners were really helpful, friendly and accommodating, and it was reassuring they were just next door to assist with anything. We had a great few days exploring the coast mainly and the cottage was a fantastic base for us!
Great cottage; really quiet location; woodland and meadow lovely to walk through; v dog friendly; liked the fact that owners have made conscious eco effort throughout; nice touch with Welcome treats on arrival. Would highly recommend.
No Place really is like no other place! Surrounded by beautiful countryside and so very quiet and peaceful. Great touristy spots within driving distance, eg Bideford, Barnstaple, Woolacombe and Ilfracombe. Would recommend one of the local pubs, The Globe Inn, at Beaford too - great food! We hope to visit No Place again.
Our entire experience at this property was nothing short of amazing. The cottage was beautiful and cozy, and the explorable land was incredible and undeniably peaceful. The land was wonderfully maintained and secluded, providing a feeling of safety and tranquility. Inside the cottage there was everything that we needed (a microwave, fridge, small freezer, cooker, washing machine, etc), as well as a beautiful log burner that the hosts had made sure was well-stocked. The beds were very comfortable and we all had a great nights sleep. Our hosts were kind and very hospitable, providing us with a sweet welcome hamper, showing us around the property and encouraging us to look around and explore the woodland, meadow, and pond. Would most definitely recommend this cottage!
Karen D.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025
Archival
10/10 Excellent
Alison D.
18 Aug 2017
Fabulous quiet location close to Devon beaches and excellent pub. Perfect place for family get away.
Lynda gave a warm welcome. The cottage is beautifully appointed. Very comfy bed and well equipped. We appreciated the Devon scones on arrival . We had free use of the garden and access to the grounds which were lovely with gorgeous countryside views. Enjoyed local pubs and Tarka pottery . Highly recommend. Many thanks .
My family and I had a wonderful time during our stay.
Upon arrival we were stunned by the setting which included woodland, a wild flower meadow and a tranquil pond teeming with wildlife - perfect for spending some quality time as a family.
The cottage is well equipped, clean and cosy. A real home from home.
Lynda made us feel immediately welcome and recommended some local highlights to visit including some stunning beaches and scenic walks.
I can't recommend the cottage, or the hosts, highly enough.
We had a great stay at Lynda's cottage, she was very helpful and hospitable. The cottage is right in the country side which we really liked. There is nice walking routes and cycling on the Tarka trail around Great Torrington, under 5 miles away. We surfed at Northam Burrows (Westward Ho!) Which was quiet and just under 15 miles away. We had dinner at the New Inn pub in Roborough, really good food and friendly locals.
We'd go back and would recommend if you're looking for a good value, comfortable cottage in beautiful countryside.