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North Devon detatched holiday cottage

Cottage with kitchen, steps from North Devon Coast

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Outdoor dining
Interior
Beach nearby, sun loungers
Interior
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Honey Cottage, nestled near the coast path and just 300m from the sea front, offers a tranquil retreat with its own pretty garden and outside seating. Enjoy a log burner in the dining room or relax by doors leading to the conservatory.

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 6200 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

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About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

North Devon detatched holiday cottage

Honey cottage is a lovely detached property, has 3 bedrooms 2 double 1 with en-suite and 1 twin. A well equipped kitchen with washing machine and dishwasher, etc., dining room with Log burner, lounge with doors leading to conservatory. The cottage has a pretty garden with outside seating. There is also a downstairs cloakroom as well a first floor bathroom and shower. The cottage has its own parking space opposite the cottage as well as an integral double garage which links to the conservatory. Honey Cottage is just 300m from the sea front where you can try rock pooling or just relax by the sea.



Local attractions: For the children there is Watermouth Castle,a fun day for all with dungeon scenes, theme park, etc which is 1 mile away. Combe Martin Wildlife Park with big cats and a dinosaur theme is 5 miles. The Golden beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde are a short drive . The pretty harbours of Ilfracombe is within 1 mile south and Watermouth Harbour is 1 mile north. Trips to the island of Lundy can be made from Ilfracombe, as well as sea fishing and diving.
The coast path runs close to the cottage.

Dining and shopping: There are 2 pub /restaurants within walking distance. The larger towns of Barstaple and Bideford are 30min drive away both have pannier markets. Lynton and Lynmouth with its unique cliff railway is well worth a visit and a drive back through the valley of rocks to woody bay and hunters inn is well worth it if you like stunning scenery on the edge of Exmoor National Park,all this within 10 miles.

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby
  • Beach loungers

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Car not required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 1 space)
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Electric kettle
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Games
  • Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
  • Video games

Outdoor areas

  • Balcony
  • Barbecue grill
  • Fenced yard
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly
  • Welcoming dogs only
  • One pet total (up to 20 lbs per pet)

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed
  • Note from host: Garden Area only

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • Near a hospital
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the marina
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Optional golf privileges
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Golfing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Scuba diving nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby
  • Theme park nearby
  • Windsurfing 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)
  • First aid kit
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden
  • Property located in a resort
  • Unit size: 2,153 square feet

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Rules

Dogs must be under strict control. Fouling must be cleaned straight away you must bring own bed must not be left alone Dogs not allowed on beds sofas

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
1 total (up to 20 lbs per pet)
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: see custom rule for dogs

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Note from host: There is no cot facility

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
Garden Area only

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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated 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

We should mention

A car is not required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

North Devon Detatched Holiday
North Devon Detatched Holiday Cottage Cottage
North Devon Detatched Holiday Cottage Ilfracombe
North Devon Detatched Holiday Cottage Cottage Ilfracombe

About the neighborhood

Map
Hele Bay, Ilfracombe

What's nearby

  • Hele Bay Beach - 4 min walk - 0.4 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Verity Statue - 14 min walk - 1.2 km
  • Ilfracombe Beach - 3 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Ilfracombe Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.4 km

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Dolphin - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪Royal Britannia - ‬19 min walk
  • ‪Ilfracombe Aquarium - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬13 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is North Devon detatched holiday cottage pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 20 lbs per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Onsite parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at North Devon detatched holiday cottage ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at North Devon detatched holiday cottage ?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is North Devon detatched holiday cottage located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within a 10-minute walk of North Devon Coast and Hele Bay Beach. Ilfracombe Harbour and Verity Statue are also within 1 mi (2 km).

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Reviews

North Devon detatched holiday cottage Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

9.2

Cleanliness

9.6

Location
Rating 10 - Excellent. 40 out of 47 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 47 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 2 out of 47 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 47 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 47 reviews

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Chelsea M.

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Great location and cottage for a family of 4

We had a lovely time at this cottage. It's as described and was situated close to the beach and in a great location for day trips to the surrounding areas.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2025

10/10 Excellent

Christine S.

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Lovely cottage. Comfortable, spacious, well equipped. Great position for beach
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2025

10/10 Excellent

David T.

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Lovely cottage in great location

Lovely week with dog in North Devon. Well equipped cottage. Thank you
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024

10/10 Excellent

Skye F.

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Brilliant

Fantastic property, lots of room, easy access to Ilfracombe and surrounding areas. If we come back to the area we would definitely book here again.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

Susan S.

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Nice house

Plenty of space ..
Stayed 5 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Fiona s.

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Honey Cottage

Was a lovely snug cottage. Great for local walks to Ilfracombe. We have a very well behaved dog and pubs where dog friendly and some of the cafes too . We really enjoyed the environment .Would definitely love to stay again will not forget bath towels ! Was lovely to get away the garage with electric door was great
Stayed 7 nights in Dec 2024

10/10 Excellent

Carol L.

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Short family break

A lovely cottage with plenty of space for families. Great kitchen space for everyone getting around the table. Close to lots of attractions without having to travel too far. The bay was an easy walk for the children and the pub on the way back, great for the adults. Thank you to Richard and Wendy for the wine and chocolate biscuits. A great holiday.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Helen A.

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Spacious house

We enjoyed our stay at Honey Cottage, the property is spacious with two lounge areas and the conservatory. Our teenager was pleased with the Xbox! The integrated garage was great and the three bedrooms were a good size. Hele bay was only a short walk away so the location was ideal.
Stayed 9 nights in Aug 2024

10/10 Excellent

Kim S.

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Quaint dog friendly cottage

A beautiful period cottage which still has bags of charm and character but modern conveniences too. In a peaceful quiet location with a fully enclosed garden for our dog. Had a great holiday in Hele, local pub and beach in walking distance.Although it was just the 2 of us there is of living space for 6 people. Highly recommended 😊
Stayed 4 nights in Apr 2023

10/10 Excellent

Helen D.

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Lovely Cottage

Honey Cottage was all we needed and more, plenty of space for our party of 5 adults. The Cottage is well equipped, beds are comfortable and lots of books and games to occupy us. The conservatory was a lovely space to sit in. Thanks for a wonderful trip which gave us the opportunity to relax and take a trip down memory lane. We hope to be back in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023

10/10 Excellent

Sue M., Penryn, Uk

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Absolutely perfect stay

Lovely cottage. It was spacious with several reception rooms, very good to spread out with teenagers, we all had our favourite spots, but could come together also. We had a mixture of drizzly and very sunny days, this did not bother us as the cottage was so easy to stay in. Lovely garden, convenience of a large garage to park in and a very short stroll to a lovely little cove beach. The beach was ideal for an early dip and also for lazy days soaking up the sun, with a nice little cafe/takeaway for treats. With didn’t eat at the pub but seemed good when we went for a drink, sat in the beer garden with sea views. Also a handy shop in village and many nearby places to visit. We will be back 100%
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

8/10 Good

Phil J.

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Lovely cottage Hele Bay

The property is great and in a good location for Hele Bay and its amenities. The only downside was some of the doors vary in height and with two of us being 6ft it was very easy to forget to duck and bang your head.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Christine H.

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Great time had by us all

Very comfortable and well equipped cottage. Lots of room for all 5 of us even the teenager happy.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Sonia P.

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Perfect house and location

A truly wonderful stay at this fabulous house. Very well equipped and lovely comfortable sofas and mattresses. We all loved the spaciousness of the property - always able to find a quiet place away from each other when needed. The house was cosy and warm and the conservatory gave us a nice outside feel even when it was throwing it down with rain! The location was absolutely perfect - a 3 minute walk to the beach for sunrise swims, to the pub for a meal, to the shop fir essentials. About 20 minutes to walk into Ilfracombe and also the coastal path very easily accessible ( if very steep!). Having the garage to park our people carrier in was just incredible- it’s difficult to park in narrow roads so this made a huge difference to us. Richard was so helpful and prompt in all his communication with us and had been very thoughtful even leaving fishing nets, body boards etc in the garage for guests to borrow. Overall, a wonderful stay in an extremely comfortable house in the absolute best of locations. Can’t wait to go back!
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Josie L., Hemel Hempstead UK

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Excellent cosy yet spacious cottage with parking.

We had a very happy stay at Honey cottage. The accommodation exceeded our expectation from the on line photos. The rooms a are spacious enough for a family or an all adult party to enjoy. We had marvellous weather for October and the surrounding area has the most spectacular beaches all a short distance away. Honey cottage has parking and an attached garage which made life so easy when loading the car, and a large parking space if your party has 2 cars. The cottage was warm and cosy and had all we needed for a great holiday. Thank you Richard .
Stayed 10 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Peter K.

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EXPLORE NORTH DEVON

The cottage is a typical Devon building with some charm and character and some quirky oddities. The kitchen is fully functional with all one could want for a holiday. However, with only two small windows, you do need the lights on all the time you are in the kitchen. The large lounge and the equally large second downstairs reception room would be ideal for families. TV/Xbox in one room and reading/games in the other. The bedrooms are a good size with the master being very spacious. The entrance hall to the property has wooden seats and that allows ample room for changing from outdoor footwear into slipper for indoors – great for those wet and muddy days. Hele Bay is quite near and walkable from the cottage. Ilfracombe is also walkable for moderately fit people but the hills may prove a challenge for those who are not quite so fit – but you are on holiday in North Devon where it is always going to be hilly so just take your time. This cottage is certainly one that ticks boxes and is recommended as a great place to explore North Devon, take in the coastline, and visit the many harbours and fishing villages.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Pippa R.

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Honey Cottage, a short walk from Hele Bay

Very well presented holiday home, comfy master bed. 5-10 min walk to Hele Bay beach, the local Premier supplies store and Hele Bay Pub. A short drive away from many beautiful sandy surf beaches - just what we were looking for with young adult kids in tow. Responsive owners to any queries. Highly recommend.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2021

8/10 Good

DOUGLAS K.

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Pleasant stay

Large well equipped quirky cottage. The bedrooms spacious and bright unfortunately the ground floor was dim and chilly due to lack of sunlight because of garden foliage which meant on occasions we had to have the lighting and heating on. However the attached conservatory was nice and light and warm when the sun was out. Be aware of the differing door heights. Location of cottage was great for being able to easily get to places of interest. Weather was not great for our stay and obviously influenced some of my earlier comments.

8/10 Good

Alan S.

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Lovely cottage in a lovely location

This is a sizeable property in an excellent location. It was a lovely old cottage and perfect in size for 6 adults. There are two lounges and a conservatory which allowed for plenty of space for everyone. The owner was very responsive at all times. Close to Hele Bay which is pretty and close to a pub and craft brewery. Super local walks in the area. A wonderful holiday. Thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

anna l.

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Excellent stay

Really lovely stay. Beautiful cottage great location and everything we needed. Thank to
Stayed 7 nights in May 2021

10/10 Excellent

Michelle Daniells

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Perfect for our family holiday in North Devon

Honey Cottage had everything we needed for a relaxing, comfortable stay. The property is very spacious and the two reception rooms, plus the bright conservatory, meant we could all have our own space; my two teenagers didn’t just hide away in their bedrooms. The garage was extremely useful, not only fir the car, but also the four bicycles we brought with us. The kitchen was very well equipped and the kind hosts had even left some biscuits and a bottle of wine for us. We took our young cat who loved playing in the enclosed garden area and climbing the trees. The location was ideal; a short stroll to the beach, the pub, a decent small supermarket and the delightful Hele Corn Mill (fabulous cakes). The surrounding area along the coasts and inland was stunning and perfect for walks and bike rides. Everything was clean and tidy. I left a few items of clothing behind and the hosts very sweetly arranged for them to be posted to me. We were able to get some great food delivered from a Caribbean restaurant in Ilfracombe and a Chinese in Combe Martin. All in all, Honey Cottage was an ideal base for us and we hope we will be able to stay there again.
Stayed 7 nights in Apr 2021

10/10 Excellent

Malcolm H., Maidenhead Berkshire UK

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Lovely spacious cottage in great location

Our party of 4 adults had a wonderful week in Honey Cottage. Excellent location a short walk from Hele Bay, short drive to gorgeous Ilfracombe. A very clean, (hand sanitiser everywhere) well appointed, comfortable cottage with plenty of room for everyone to do their own thing. Weather was kind and we had a lovely time - thank you.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Claire G.

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Lovely Cottage - Highly recommend

We spent New Years in this lovely cottage and would highly recommend it. Richard the owner was easy to chat to and left us a couple of welcome gifts, lovely gesture. The rooms are a good size and a downstairs bathroom was very useful. The house is linked to the garage which was really handy for getting the dog in the car without worrying about having to put him on the lead. The garden is secure and enclosed which was great, you didn't have to worry about the dog getting out. We loved staying here and would love to come back again one day. Thanks Richard.

10/10 Excellent

Penny B.

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Lovely family cottage

We had a lovely half term week in Honey Cottage. The cottage is spacious and we appreciated having an enclosed garden. Bedrooms a good size and good to have the en-suite as well as bathroom and cloakroom. It is a short walk to the pub and Hele Bay beach and we enjoyed walks along the coastal path as well as a couple of days out elsewhere. It was very useful to have the integrated garage as it was heavy rain and winds on the day we left, so packing the car was much easier. Richard, the owner was very helpful and kindly let us know in advance that we could stay later on the last day as the cleaners weren't in that day. This meant we could have a relaxed morning getting organised and packed up as well as avoiding the worst of the weather. A great experience. Thanks.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2019

10/10 Excellent

philippa w.

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Perfect family getaway

Fantastic cottage, spacious and in walking distance to Ilfracombe. Would definitely rebook in the future.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019