Guests say
Tom's House in Devon is a well-loved cottage, praised for its exceptional views, tranquil location, and comfortable furnishings. Guests are charmed by the property's history, the warm welcome from the owners, and the delightful touches like a welcome basket. The cottage's cleanliness, location, and comfort are consistently highlighted, making it a highly recommended retreat for relaxation and exploration of the North Devon coast.
Reviewers consistently mention the cottage's excellent standard of cleanliness, describing it as spotless and well-presented. The attention to cleanliness contributes significantly to the overall positive experience.
The location is highly praised for its stunning sea views and proximity to local attractions and walking paths. The peaceful setting is appreciated, although the steep access may challenge those with mobility issues.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and cosy, with special mentions of the large, comfy bed and the warm atmosphere. Some guests suggest improvements to the mattresses and heating control, but overall, comfort levels are rated highly.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a good standard of facilities and maintenance. Some guests note the challenge of a small bath and desire for a downstairs toilet, but the facilities generally meet guests' needs.
The owners' thoughtfulness is evident in the welcome basket and other personal touches, which guests find delightful. While these gifts add to the experience, it is politely noted that such gestures, though appreciated, are not guaranteed.
About this property
Berrynarbor 1.7 miles. An interesting cottage on a 100-acre farm on the spectacular North Devon coast, surrounded by green meadows and overlooking the sea from its high vantage point above Watermouth Castle. Formerly the holiday home of the actor Terry-Thomas, and with a welcoming feel throughout, this quirky cottage tells a story. The ground floor sitting room is comfy while the kitchen is modern and colourful. However the focus of the cottage is sure to be the spacious first floor bedroom, with a 6’ super king-size bed and amazing sea views across the channel. The cottage is adjacent to the owners’ farmhouse but has its own private lawn with seating and sea views.
Guests are welcome to wander around the grassy 100-acre farm, which also has a discreet area for camping lower down the hillside, hidden from view but with a useful shop offering freshly baked croissants to order. The cottage is a five minute walk from the coastal path, and a couple of miles from the unspoilt village of Berrynarbor, with a welcoming pub and village shop. At nearby Ilfracombe, Damian Hirst's 'Verity' statue rests above the picturesque harbour, and the bustling seafront has many good-quality restaurants and bars along with small independent shops. Explore Watermouth Castle, the award-winning Tunnels beach and Combe Martin Wildlife Park, all of which are close to the cottage.
The dramatic North Devon coastline will appeal to walkers and a fifteen minute drive from Berrynarbor is the 3-mile long sandy beach at Woolacombe which holds the 'England for Excellence Gold Award' for best family resort and was voted the Best British Beach in the Mail On Sunday. A romantic retreat with breathtaking views.
The beautiful, picturesque village of Berrynarbor is an ideal base for exploring North Devon. The village is situated at the end of Sterridge Valley and is within woodlands and near farms. The village has a shop and pub serving food. The narrow streets are lined with appealing cottages, gardens and floral displays. Also dotted around the village, there are over sixty flower-pot men, which can also be bought in the village workshop.
This area lies in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and is famous for its coastal cliffs and rugged landscape. If you are a keen walker, this area is perfect. The North Devon Coastal Path which is close to Berrynarbor offers fantastic walks and wonderful scenery.
Close by are the seaside towns and villages of Illfracombe, Combe Martin, Barnstaple and Woolacombe. This location is superb all year round.
Accommodation
One super king-size double bedroom with sea views.
Bathroom with half bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen.
Sitting room with dining area.
Eco-friendly biomass central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washing machine, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, DVDs, games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Travel cot and highchair on request.
Off road parking for 1 car.
Private front lawn with furniture alongside pond.
Sorry, no pets and no smoking.
Shop, pub and beach 8 mins walk.
Note: Babes-in-arms and infants under 2 only.
Note: Access to property is via a steep hill.
Nearby points of interest
- Woolacombe Beach
- Putsborough Beach
- Saunton Sands
- Exmoor Zoo
- Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway
Reviews (71)
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Adele
Lovely and peaceful with beautiful views towards the sea. Great well equipped kitchen with electric hob and oven. Sufficient pots and pans, crockery and cutlery. Huge bedroom with large comfy bed. Great lighting throughout. The tiny bath was a bit of a challenge, you can only sit in it! You need to use the shower to remove the shampoo from your head and the water flow through the shower is not great. Fantastic place from which to explore the local area. Very close to Coombe Martin & Ilfracombe and The Sawmill pub for Sunday lunch was great. Loved our stay and would return.
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Margaret
The Cottage was cosy and comfortable
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Robert
The connection with Terry Thomas was fascinating. We also loved the wildlife (a pheasant came to the bottom of the path) and being called upon by the lovely ginger farm cat. A magical break.