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Old Maids Cottage

Woolacombe, Devon (Ref. 1022678)

4.8

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  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Seaside
  • Broadband / WiFi

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49 Customer Review(s)

  • Ann

    “A beautiful roomy cottage and well equipped.”

    The large double bedroom was amazingly comfortable with lots of light, space and views to an outside seating area. Just a yellow stain on one of the pillow protectors which was noticed when taking off the bedding. It seemed like the bedding had been put on in a hurry as pillows were not fully in the pillow cases and duvet covers left open at the bottom but we quickly sorted this ourselves. The dishwasher had been left full of dirty dishes which again we quickly sorted. Overall cottage could have ...

    The large double bedroom was amazingly comfortable with lots of light, space and views to an outside seating area. Just a yellow stain on one of the pillow protectors which was noticed when taking off the bedding. It seemed like the bedding had been put on in a hurry as pillows were not fully in the pillow cases and duvet covers left open at the bottom but we quickly sorted this ourselves. The dishwasher had been left full of dirty dishes which again we quickly sorted. Overall cottage could have been a little cleaner - dirt in corners and a sticky kitchen floor, but bathrooms were all very clean. Fridge smelled of bleach so we wiped it out again to ensure no traces of bleach near food. We couldn’t work out how to get the usual channels on the TV BBC etc and couldn’t find any instructions but it didn’t spoil our holiday and not big TV watchers. The cottage is in a beautiful location and made for a very enjoyable holiday.

    - Ann, August 2024

Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x double with en-suite bath and rain shower, basin and WC, 1 x double, 1 x super king zip/link beds with en-suite bath and rain shower, basin and WC
  • Shower room with walk-in rain shower, basin and WC
  • Open-plan living room with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
  • Underfloor heating and wood-burning stove
  • Electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, Smart TV with WiFi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • Patio area with furniture and lawn area
  • 2 dogs welcome
  • Please enquire if you wish to bring 3 dogs
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Pub is 100 metres away, , shop within 3.1 miles
  • Please note: all toilets in the property are on the first floor

The property

Ilfracombe 2.8 miles.

Resting in an area of outstanding natural beauty and within striking distance of the glorious Lee Bay Beach is this listed, thatched dwelling, Old Maids Cottage.

This truly characterful accommodation is ideally situated for a family seeking to explore North Devon, with its dramatic coastline and the rolling countryside of the Exmoor National Park.

Admiring the tradition of the quaint village of Lee with its winding streets including two thatched cottages, relax into your evening within the brightly decorated, open-plan living room.

This home by the sea offers a contemporary, galley-style kitchen, boasting quality appliances to ensure that you and your loved ones can cater for yourselves during your stay.

Follow the room around to be welcomed in by the sitting room, where the woodburning stove invites you in after an action-packed day of exploring.

After preparing a delicious evening meal, gather with your loved ones in the dining room, offering a wonderful space for planning the days ahead or whiling away a couple of hours playing one of the board games that are on offer at this cottage.

Follow the staircase up to find three spacious bedrooms, each featuring leaded windows, a refreshing ambiance and plenty of storage for your personal belongings.

Choose to catch your rest within either the double bedroom, a zip/link bedroom with an en-suite bath or the double bedroom which features a glass screen which separates the room from the stylish en-suite bath.

To the outside, you will find ample off-road parking, as well as a raised patio area where alfresco dining can be enjoyed during the summer months or a glass of something refreshing can be had as you soak up the final glimpses of sunshine.

For those special occasions, a short stroll will bring you to the local pub in the village of Lee, or for picking up the essentials head to the town of Ilfracombe where a selection of shops awaits you.

Whilst staying at the Old Maids Cottage, be sure to head to the local beach where views of the Bristol Channel can be enjoyed, or head to Ilfracombe where you can look forward to walking along the iconic South West Coast Path.

Ilfracombe itself comes with a vast array of attractions to suit all ages, including the Ilfracombe Aquarium, Ilfracombe observatory and its sandy beach which overlooks Arganite Bay.

Old Maids Cottage promises to be a wonderful escape to this corner of North Devon.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

WOOLACOMBE

Ilfracombe 7 miles; Barnstaple 11 miles; Exmoor National Park 21 miles.

The seaside town of Woolacombe is located on the north Devon coast and is home to a wonderful 3 mile long golden beach which has been awarded Blue Flag status and has safe family swimming. Woolacombe has won many awards and is a fabulous holiday destination with a wide range of shops, bars and restaurants. Woolacombe lies within the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty with its dramatic coastal cliffs and landscape. Along the coast is the bustling seaside town of Ilfracombe and from here you can take a boat trip to magical Lundy Island, a place of natural beauty, which will provide you with an unforgettable experience. Exmoor National Park is close by with its rolling countryside and quaint villages. A fabulous area for a superb family holiday.

Please note that mobile phone reception in Lee Bay village is limited and not available inside the cottage. While there are reception hotspots in the property grounds, visitors should use “Wi-fi calling” on their smart phones and via the ultra high speed internet while in residence

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas