Entire home

3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room

Photo gallery for 3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room

Outdoor dining
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
Exterior
Fridge, microwave, oven, dishwasher
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, Internet, bed sheets

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

3 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 610 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Washer
  • Parking available
  • Fireplace
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor space

Explore the area

Map
Barnstaple, Devon
  • Combe Martin Beach
    ‪9 min drive‬
  • Exmoor Zoo
    ‪12 min drive‬
  • Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪17 min drive‬

Room options

Similar properties

About the area

Barnstaple

When you stay at this cottage in Barnstaple, you'll be by the sea, within a 5-minute drive of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park. .This family-friendly cottage is 8.8 mi (14.2 km) from Ilfracombe Harbour and 10.7 mi (17.3 km) from Woolacombe Beach.

What's nearby

  • Arlington Court - 4 min drive - 3.4 km
  • Combe Martin Beach - 9 min drive - 8.2 km
  • Exmoor Zoo - 12 min drive - 10.6 km
  • Hele Bay Beach - 14 min drive - 13.9 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 17 min drive - 16.0 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 27 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Muddiford Inn - ‬14 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Old Station House Inn - ‬4 min drive
  • ‪The Hele Bay Pub - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Larkstone Cafe and Leisure Park - ‬16 min drive

About this property

Entire place

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

3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room

The beautiful three bedroom Ford Hill Cottage in Kentisbury, North Devon is the perfect setting for a memorable holiday with friends or family. Located within a few miles of the nearby village of Combe Martin, the cottage is only a short drive from a beach and Exmoor. It also comes with the added bonus of a large, private games room.

Recently decorated to a high standard, the cottage effortlessly combines period charm and character with elegant style and sophistication.

Downstairs hints of red conjure a warm and cosy atmosphere for relaxing. The cottage is mainly open plan with a charming lounge at the centre and featuring a large sofa and two armchairs plus a large flat-screen TV and a cosy wood burner. The kitchen is to one side of the lounge, with a useful island with granite top and a handy drainage sink separating the two rooms. The kitchen has been completely refurbished and is beautifully decorated in soft pastel shades and wood flooring. It is very well equipped with a Rangemaster cooker, a coffee machine, a fridge/fridge, a washing machine and a dishwasher. At the other end of the lounge is the dining room, which is in a separate room and has a pine table and chairs for 6 people.

Upstairs are the three bedrooms where tones of blue and green are wonderfully calming for creating the perfect night's sleep. There is a large en-suite double bedroom, a further double with countryside views and a pretty with two full size single beds. The family bathroom is also on this floor and has a bath wc and sink.

Ford Hill is more than 350 years old and enjoys a lovely rural setting with a large garden to the rear and far reaching countryside views. There is a lovely patio with table and chairs and a BBQ ideal for al fresco dining, as well as a smaller, pretty patio area to the front of the house with table and chairs.

To the side of the cottage in the former garage, the cottage has its own fully-heated games room complete with wide-screen TV, table football, pool table, sofa and bean bags, the perfect place for the children to play for hours.

Like many beautiful old cottages Ford Hill Cottage is arranged over a number of levels and has a steep staircase so is not considered suitable for toddlers or those with mobility limitations.

Ideal for families and friends the cottage is within walking distance of the village service station and shop. Michael Caines' restaurant at Kentisbury Grange is also only a mile away and great for celebrating a special occasion. Many other pubs, restaurants, shops and attractions are also within easy reach, and Woolacombe, Saunton and Croyde are less than a 20-minute drive, where families can spend the days surfing and swimming in safety as all the beaches have lifeguards. For the children, Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park and Exmoor Zoo are 10 minutes away.
Make yourself comfortable in this cottage, which features a fireplace and a flat-screen TV. There's a private furnished patio. A kitchen is outfitted with a refrigerator, an oven, and a microwave. Conveniences include a washing machine and an iron/ironing board, and housekeeping is provided on a limited basis.
Take in the views from a garden and make use of amenities such as an arcade/game room.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.

Property manager

Amanda

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transport

  • Car recommended
  • Onsite parking options include a garage

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub
  • Hair dryer
  • Shower
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

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

Entertainment

  • DVD player
  • Flat-screen TV
  • Games
  • Stereo

Outdoor areas

  • Furnished patio
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Cobblestone flooring in public areas
  • Hardwood flooring in public areas
  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location
  • Near a zoo
  • Near the sea

Things to do

  • Arcade/game room
  • Billiards/pool table
  • Foosball table
  • Kayak
  • Table tennis
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Snorkelling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Swimming nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • Garden
  • Unit size: 108 square feet

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

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

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

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
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
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 recommended for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

199390

3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 39 out of 42 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 3 out of 42 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 42 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 42 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Anne W.

Liked: Cleanliness

Gorgeous cottage

We really enjoyed our stay at this lovely cottage. Everything you could want is provided and there is an amazing welcome basket too. Our host met us on arrival and provided loads of helpful advice so we could find our way around everything in the cottage easily. There were some good places to eat nearby and plenty of walks. Would definitely love to return.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025

10/10 Excellent

Ken and Claire O.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great cottage

The cottage was lovely and clean and well equipped. The owner provided a very generous welcome basket of treats including wine. The location of the cottage was great to reach both beaches and exmoor for lovely walks.
Stayed 14 nights in Oct 2023

10/10 Excellent

Claire E.

Liked: Cleanliness

Family Holiday

Just spent a week at this lovely house. It was exceptional. Great Host, generous welcome pack. Could not fault a thing.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

Guy W., Birchington/UK

Liked: Cleanliness

Superbly appointed in a beautiful rural setting

The cottage was truly amazing, so well equipped and retaining a number of period features. Everything had been carefully thought out and was so easy to use. You felt "at home" the moment you walked through the door and the atmosphere was warm and inviting. The adjacent games room was superb, with pool table, table football, table tennis and a media/entertainment setup too! The piano in the corner was a nice touch and we made full use of most of the equipment, especially the pool table. Oh., don't forget the mini fridge for keeping the beers/cider cool, nice touch! You will not be disappointed, as everything was top quality, we wish we had booked a longer stay! The owner (Janet) was really nice to talk with and was very keen to check everything was acceptable and met our expectations-which it most certainly did in every way. The welcome basket of treats and the bottle of bubbly and the bottle of wine was very much appreciated. We can't wait to return-Thank you for making our holiday so nice!
Stayed 7 nights in Feb 2023

10/10 Excellent

Verified traveller

Liked: Cleanliness

Lovely cottage

Easy and perfect experience all round. Beautiful cottage and location for all ages.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2022

10/10 Excellent

Joan T.

Liked: Cleanliness

Great Holiday home from home

We could not have asked for more from our stay. The house was very clean and cozy and had everything we needed. The owners had left us a lovely hamper and some wine which was a lovely surprise.. The beds were very comfortable ,as was the whole house .The was so much for our men ,two 12 year old's plus their dad and grandad to play with in the games room we didn't worry about the weather. The pool table was a big hit. The house was really cozy in the evenings with a lovely log fire curtesy of our hosts. This is a lovely holiday home with many extras to make it special. We all would highly recommend it to anyone.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2021

10/10 Excellent

Archie L.

Liked: Cleanliness

Fab holiday

Beautiful house and very clean, was very well equipped the owner thought of everything. Fresh flowers and a wonderful hamper of goodies was a lovely gesture !!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2021

10/10 Excellent

Angela R., Lydney

Liked: Cleanliness

Fabulous cottage.

We found Ford Hill cottage to be beautifully appointed with everything you could possibly need for an enjoyable holiday. The games room and large garden were wonderful for our grandchildren to enjoy and the welcome basket full of delicious treats was the best we have ever had. Highly recommended!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2021

10/10 Excellent

Rachel & Kevin W., Near London

Liked: Cleanliness

Truly fabulous cottage.

Very high quality cottage, very comfortable and everything provided that you could need. Plus an extremely generous welcome basket - thank you :-). The position is wonderful for all the attractions of this great area, we particularly loved Lynmouth and the Tarr Steps. Would highly recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Lorraine D.

Liked: Cleanliness

Beautiful house

Can’t recommend the house enough. Such a beautiful house, great space, high end appliances with everything you need and more. Janet the owner is a brilliant host. Good, central location to nearby places to visit.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness

The best cottage we have stayed in

A wonderful welcome from Janet, lovely hamper, cosy and lovely features, big, brilliantly equipped, comfy beds, super pillows! The little things make the best stay! The games room was great fun and teenagers loved it! Location is great for coast and other tourist attractions in North Devon - (do visit the The Pyne Arms for dinner by the way!)
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2020

10/10 Excellent

jason s.

Liked: Cleanliness

Cleanest and most well equipped cottage

What a fabulous cottage. Everything is “high end” unlike some properties who use their old equipment. Spotlessly clean. The games room is fantastic for those damp days, early mornings or late nights.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2019

10/10 Excellent

PHILIP M.

Everything was first class could not fault it

The owner Janet was meet us and showed us around, we could not believe how lovely it was, and a big hamper was waiting in the kitchen. First class Recommend it
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2018

10/10 Excellent

Nicola C.

Beautiful house

I cannot recommend this holiday house highly enough. The owner Janet was lovely and made us feel very welcome and gave us the most wonderful welcome pack of goodies. The house was stunning and so beautifully decorated. It was cleaned thoroughly and everything was of a very high standard. The owners had thought of everything we could possibly need during our stay. The house was perfect for us, two adults and 4 children but it would suit anyone. The garden was fantastic for the children and they LOVED the games room. We hope to be able to visit again next year. Such a beautiful home.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Sarah P.

Fabulous character cottage in the heart of north Devon

Beautiful cottage in great location for beaches and Exmoor. Beautifully decorated throughout with quality bedding and towels and everything you could possibly need. A gorgeous hamper of local produce to greet you which is a fabulous touch. The garden is huge and great for family games and a BBQ. Games room is so much fun too. We had a great two weeks staying at the cottage and big thanks to Janet.
Stayed 14 nights in Aug 2017

10/10 Excellent

Hazel K.

Comfort and relaxation in a beautiful setting

Ford Hill Cottage is one of the best cottages we have ever rented, and we have rented many. It is beautifully renovated, and the owners have thought of everything. There are many thoughtful and considerate touches, from the 'welcome hamper' to the toiletries. The warm, personal welcome from owner, Janet, was much appreciated after a long drive.

10/10 Excellent

neil h.

Clean, homely and inviting 😀😀

Wow what can I say this cottage was lovely much more then we expected. The owner Janet meet us on arrival to show us around, Janet showed us everything we needed to know about the cottage and what attractions were nearby. The new games room was great for the kids they loved it and the garden was lovely. Overall the cottage was everything we wanted and a lot lot more and all the added extras Janet gave us I.e hamper, bottle of bubbly, milk , bread and fruit and a lot more they were lovely.Thank you again Janet for letting us stay in your wonderful cottage. We would definitely come back to stay at your lovely cottage again, Our three children loved it. We all wanted to stay we did not want to go. I would highly recommend ford hill cottage for family's and couples it's just a lovely geterway . THANK YOU.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2016

10/10 Excellent

Carola K.

Liked: Cleanliness

Tolles Cottage in wunderschöner Umgebung

Sehr nette Gastgeber. Wir wurden mit einem tollen Präsentkorb empfangen und die Küche war so gut ausgestattet, dass wirklich nichts fehlte. Das Cottage war geräumig, sehr sauber und wertig eingerichtet. Schöner kleiner Wintergarten und zwei Terrassen. Sehr zu empfehlen!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2022