10/10 Excellent
Phil F.
5 Oct 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
Phil
Phil F.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Entire home
Private Dog-Friendly Devon Estate Near Coast & Coastal Walks
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Reviews
9.69.6 out of 10
Exceptional
Entire home
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 7250 sq m
Popular amenities
- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space
Explore the area
Berrynarbor, Devon
- North Devon CoastPlace, North Devon Coast1 min walk
- Ilfracombe HarbourPlace, Ilfracombe Harbour14 min drive
- Woolacombe BeachPlace, Woolacombe Beach21 min drive
Room options
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Ilfracombe
- Pool
- Washing machine
- Dryer
- Pet-friendly
About the area
Ilfracombe
When you stay at this vacation home in Ilfracombe, you'll be near the beach, within a 15-minute drive of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park. .This family-friendly vacation home is 8.6 mi (13.9 km) from Woolacombe Beach and 2 mi (3.2 km) from Broadsand beach.
What's nearby
- North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Exmoor National Park - 10 min drive - 10.2 km
- Ilfracombe Harbour - 14 min drive - 11.7 km
- Woolacombe Beach - 21 min drive - 18.1 km
- Saunton Sands - 25 min drive - 23.7 km
Getting around
- Barnstaple Station - 34 min drive
Restaurants
- The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - 11 min drive
- The Stables Bar and Lounge - 10 min drive
- Royal Britannia - 11 min drive
- The Dolphin - 11 min drive
- The Thatched Inn - 9 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.
Large Spacious Home. Private, Space for family /couples .large grounds level.
Private Dog-Friendly Devon Estate Near the Coast
Welcome to The Woodlands House Estate, a private countryside retreat on the North Devon Coast, designed for guests seeking space, nature, and a truly dog-friendly holiday.
Set within peaceful surroundings with rolling countryside, coastal walks, and dog-friendly beaches nearby, this unique Devon estate offers the perfect balance of coastal adventure and countryside relaxation.
Here, dogs are welcomed as family, not just allowed.
Guests enjoy exclusive use of the property, creating a private escape ideal for families, couples, and multi-generational stays looking to explore one of the most beautiful parts of South West England.
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Why Guests Love Staying at The Woodlands House Estate
• Private countryside estate near the North Devon coast
• Dog-friendly holiday home with space to relax and explore
• Close to dog-friendly beaches, coastal paths and scenic walks
• Ideal for family holidays, countryside retreats and coastal breaks
• Surrounded by wildlife, nature and peaceful Devon landscapes
Whether you’re enjoying morning coffee while looking out over the countryside, exploring nearby North Devon beaches, or heading out for a day on the South West Coast Path, every stay here is designed to slow the pace and reconnect with nature.
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Explore the North Devon Coast
The estate is perfectly located for discovering some of North Devon’s most beautiful coastal destinations, including:
• Clovelly village and harbour
• Hartland Quay dramatic coastline
• Broad Sands and other dog-friendly beaches
• Scenic countryside drives and South West Coast Path walks
From coastal sunsets to countryside mornings, this is Devon at its most authentic.
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A True Dog-Friendly Holiday
At The Woodlands House Estate, we believe holidays should include every member of the family.
Dogs are genuinely welcome here, with nearby coastal walks, countryside paths, and dog-friendly beaches offering endless adventures.
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Perfect For
• Dog-friendly holidays in Devon
• Coastal and countryside escapes
• Family gatherings and multi-generational stays
• Couples seeking privacy and nature
• Guests exploring the Nort
Welcome to The Woodlands House Estate, a private countryside retreat on the North Devon Coast, designed for guests seeking space, nature, and a truly dog-friendly holiday.
Set within peaceful surroundings with rolling countryside, coastal walks, and dog-friendly beaches nearby, this unique Devon estate offers the perfect balance of coastal adventure and countryside relaxation.
Here, dogs are welcomed as family, not just allowed.
Guests enjoy exclusive use of the property, creating a private escape ideal for families, couples, and multi-generational stays looking to explore one of the most beautiful parts of South West England.
⸻
Why Guests Love Staying at The Woodlands House Estate
• Private countryside estate near the North Devon coast
• Dog-friendly holiday home with space to relax and explore
• Close to dog-friendly beaches, coastal paths and scenic walks
• Ideal for family holidays, countryside retreats and coastal breaks
• Surrounded by wildlife, nature and peaceful Devon landscapes
Whether you’re enjoying morning coffee while looking out over the countryside, exploring nearby North Devon beaches, or heading out for a day on the South West Coast Path, every stay here is designed to slow the pace and reconnect with nature.
⸻
Explore the North Devon Coast
The estate is perfectly located for discovering some of North Devon’s most beautiful coastal destinations, including:
• Clovelly village and harbour
• Hartland Quay dramatic coastline
• Broad Sands and other dog-friendly beaches
• Scenic countryside drives and South West Coast Path walks
From coastal sunsets to countryside mornings, this is Devon at its most authentic.
⸻
A True Dog-Friendly Holiday
At The Woodlands House Estate, we believe holidays should include every member of the family.
Dogs are genuinely welcome here, with nearby coastal walks, countryside paths, and dog-friendly beaches offering endless adventures.
⸻
Perfect For
• Dog-friendly holidays in Devon
• Coastal and countryside escapes
• Family gatherings and multi-generational stays
• Couples seeking privacy and nature
• Guests exploring the Nort
Make yourself comfortable in this vacation home, featuring a kitchen with a refrigerator and an oven. There's a private balcony or patio. A Smart television and smart speakers are provided for your entertainment, while complimentary wireless internet access keeps you connected. Conveniences include a microwave and a coffee/tea maker, and housekeeping is provided on request.
Pamper yourself with onsite massages or take in the view from a terrace and a garden.
Guests will find features like internet access and onsite parking.
Property amenities
Beach
- Beach nearby
Pool/Spa
- Massage
Internet
- Available in the house: Free WiFi
Parking and transport
- Parking on site
Kitchen
- Blender
- Coffee/tea maker
- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Electric kettle
- Hob
- Kitchen island
- Lobster/crab pot
- Microwave
- Oven
- Refrigerator
- Spices
- Toaster
Dining
- Dining table
Bedrooms
- 4 bedrooms
- Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
- 1.5 bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Hair dryer
- Rainfall showerhead
- Shampoo
- Soap
- Toilet paper
- Towels provided
Living spaces
- Dining table
- Living room
- Separate dining area
Entertainment
- Books
- Games
- Smart speaker
- Smart TV with cable/satellite channels
- Stereo
Outdoor areas
- Barbecue grill
- Fenced yard
- Firepit
- Garden
- Outdoor furniture
- Patio
- Terrace
Laundry
- Laundry facilities
- Washing machine
Comfort
- Heating
Pets
- Pet friendly
- Welcoming dogs only
- 3 pets total
Suitability/Accessibility
- If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
- Area rugs in public areas
- Hardwood flooring in public areas
- Smooth flooring in public areas
- Upper floors accessible by stairs only
- Wheelchair-accessible path of travel
- Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
- Change of bedsheets (on request)
- Change of towels on request
- Housekeeping on request
- Iron/ironing board
- Meal delivery service
- Smartphone
Location highlights
- In a rural location
- In a village
- In the mountains
- Near a health/beauty spa
- Near a hospital
- Near a zoo
- Near the marina
Things to do
- Golf
- Kayak
- Optional golf privileges
- Water sports equipment
- Birdwatching nearby
- Ecotours nearby
- Fishing nearby
- Golfing nearby
- Hiking/biking trails nearby
- Horseback riding nearby
- Kayaking nearby
- Motor boating nearby
- Mountain biking nearby
- Parasailing nearby
- Rafting nearby
- Rock climbing nearby
- Sailing nearby
- Scuba diving nearby
- Snorkelling nearby
- Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
- Swimming nearby
- Theme park nearby
- Water skiing nearby
- Whale watching nearby
- Wildlife walks 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
- Deadbolt lock
General
- At least 80% lighting from LEDs
- Bed sheets changed on request
- Composting
- Comprehensive food waste policy
- Comprehensive recycling policy
- Double-glazed windows
- Eco-friendly cleaning products used
- Garden
- Housekeeping (on request)
- Humane treatment of captive wild animals
- No plastic coffee stirrers
- No plastic drinking straws
- No plastic soft drink bottles
- No plastic water bottles
- Reusable coffee/tea filters
- Reusable cups
- Reusable tableware
- Solar energy
- Towels (changed on request)
- Unit size: 2,691 square feet
- Water-efficient showers
- Water-efficient toilets
Policies
Check-in
Check-in time starts at 4:30 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 23
Check-out
Check-out before 10:00 AM
Contactless check-out available
Special check-in instructions
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
Check-out instructions
The host requires you complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors, and return the keys
Pets
Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
3 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation
Note from host: Respect, consideration needed to the wildlife
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
Note from host: We supply but do not put up items IE Travel cot
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
Cashless transactions are available
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses solar energy, plus eco-friendly cleaning products
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, a first aid kit, and a deadbolt lock
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
This property does not have elevators
Private Dog-Friendly Devon Estate Near Coast & Coastal Walks Reviews
Reviews
9.6
Exceptional
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9.2/10
Cleanliness
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Matt H.
14 Aug 2024
Liked: Cleanliness
A beautiful house with stunning views.
We had a wonderful family vacation here. The grounds are massive and beautiful. The children loved playing on the extensive lawn. The views from the bedrooms were stunning. Some amazing beaches are really close by. We explored lots but will definitely stay here again so we can explore some more. A great base for exploring North Devon. The hosts were super helpful and nothing was too much. We really appreciated all the advice they gave also. Can’t wait to return!
Matt H.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sarah B.
15 Aug 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Tucked away oasis
Lovely rustic property, owners very helpful, nothing too much trouble.
Gave some feedback about having a hand held shower over the bath and they were already planning to do something. Having lots of baths instead though was very relaxing.
We enjoyed our stay.
Sarah B.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
evan B.
12 Apr 2023
Liked: Cleanliness
Wow! What a find!
We had an absolutely amazing stay at this property. What a find - a complete retreat! This house is absolutely beautiful, located in the most idyllic spot. The grounds are stunning and you are literally located in a beautiful valley surrounded by woodlands and a babbling brook! The house was immaculately presented however it felt homely so you could relax. The bedrooms are gorgeous - all with beautiful views. We settled in immediately and enjoyed every minute! Our host was the best host ever and we have stayed in a lot of places! The attention to detail was incredible and much appreciated. If you are looking for a relaxing hideaway, then you couldn't ask for more.
evan B.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily W.
10 Sept 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
A holiday haven
The Woodlands Estate was the perfect destination for two families to come together and enjoy a few days of relaxation, adventure and fun with all the delights of North Devon countryside and coast at our fingertips. The house was clean and spacious, beautifully designed and decorated with lots of quirky, exotic and home from home touches to delight both adults and children. Encouraged to delve in drawers and cupboards and help ourselves to anything we needed, we came across extendable marshmallow forks, games and tealights - no detail had been overlooked. Outside, we had front row seats to nature's stage, where we had the pleasure of watching a kaleidoscope of birds on the feeder, hedgehogs visiting at night and dark star-crammed skies. The owners, Shelby and Saffron, were delightful, always on hand to provide assistance, with exciting and creative plans for the site...watch this space! They also - very kindly - hosted a meet and greet with the children and their gorgeous gang of goats. We managed just fine between the seven of us and one bathroom - and what a beautiful bathroom it was. Thank goodness we didn't let this put us off staying here - the positives more than made up for it! Unfortunately the pub in the village is temporarily closed but we ate at The Sawmills nearby, reasonably priced pub meals with a Tex Mex vibe. We really didn have to venture far for our entertainment. Climbing down 200 steps to Broadsands Beach felt like landing in a tropical paradise. Watermouth Castle, the harbour and delicious cream teas at 'Storm in a Teacup' opposite, amptly filled an overcast afternoon. Coombe Martin offered clear, crystal water for swimming at high tide and magical rockpooling on a falling tide with mouthwatering pasties from the butchers and shops like 'Moor to Sea' selling handmade toiletries and trinkets to keep us busy in between. We also took an exhilerating 2hr wildlife rib tour with Ilfracombe Coastal Cruises, stopping to spot seals, geological features and hear stories of local history and legend. And that was all without even going near beautiful Exmoor or the stretch of sandy North Devon beaches on our doorstep. A quick detour to Quince Honey Farm, just outside South Milton on our way back down the North Devon link road to the M5 was the perfect way to round up our stay. Thank you for a magical holiday in beautiful Berrynarbour!
Emily W.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
10/10 Excellent
Judith C.
27 Aug 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
What a great place to stay!
Lovely setting. Comfortable homely lounge. Brilliant for kids, loads of games and space to run. Hosts very amenable and welcoming. Hope to return.
Judith C.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
6/10 Okay
Graham J.
18 Jul 2022
Liked: Cleanliness
Berrynarbour 10955760
The approach to the house is not inspiring - a broken house sign and untidy path with corrugated iron for fencing in places. Many broken and missing exterior tiles adjacent to side door entrance. A short welcome note with a little local info on walks / recommended places to eat would have been helpful. The wine and milk were a nice touch.
Kitchen very tired and fridge light not working. Couldn't find a tray and oven very dirty. Otherwise kitchen well equipped.
The bedrooms were nice and towels and bed linen all well laundered.
However it was not made clear in the details that the only toilet was in the one bathroom and this is clearly not up to modern standards. There is no shaving point and no hand held shower attachment for washing one's hair.
We met the owners who were charming and helpful and are obviously working very hard to update the house.
We feel that overall, although the setting is beautiful and tranquil, the house needs further renovations inside and out and is not yet ready to be let to holidaymakers.
Kate and Graham Jones
Graham J.
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022