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Welcombe Cottage

Welcombe, near Bideford, Devon
Sleeps 17
Bedrooms 8
Bathrooms 6
Change Fri
No Dogs
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?

 

Overview
Property code: OC-77444

An astonishing coastal cottage in an idyllic rural setting on Devon’s border with Cornwall. Just 20 miles from Westward Ho! and close to an impressive array of beaches and inland villages, this two-storey gem is perfect for a large family or group eager to explore the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast. It features two fabulous lounges, a spacious kitchen/diner, and a large garden with an outdoor pool.

The detached cottage lies just off a hedge-lined road overlooking farmland that tumbles gently down towards the coast. Each room is bright and welcoming and great care is given to its contemporary decoration, with beamed ceilings, vaulted ceilings and exposed stonework scattered throughout. Stepping into the cottage you enter the kitchen/diner, which has ample table space, a wood burner and French doors at one end leading to the garden. A utility room stands to the side. A hallway leads to the opposite end of the cottage and two lounges, the first a lounge/library with wood burner and comfortable seating and a secret door that leads to a lounge/TV room. The ground floor also has a double bedroom with an en-suite Jack-and-Jill bathroom, and a triple bedroom featuring an impressive range of tech. The bunk bedroom is perfect for youngsters, and there’s a shower room nearby, too. Stairs in the kitchen/diner lead to a super-king-size bedroom and a contemporary bathroom, while on the other side of the cottage, a sweeping stairwell leads to three en-suite double bedrooms with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. The cottage’s outside space is split between a large lawn and decked area at the front, which leads to the heated outdoor pool. A secluded cobbled courtyard awaits at the rear. This features a hot tub and a games room.

Welcombe and Marsland Mouth beaches lie within 1 mile of the cottage, as does the South West Coast Path, a haven for walkers who can also explore the area’s lane and footpaths. Westward Ho! and Bude (within 20 miles) offer a family-friendly coastal experience and have been beloved by generations of water sports lovers.

  • 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

Robert Stenton

This property is personally managed by Robert.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 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

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Cornish Horizons 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.