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

10.0 (44 Reviews) |   3 Bedrooms  2 Bathrooms  6 Guests  Stay&Play
Kentisbury Cottage | 3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room

3 Bedroom Cottage in Kentisbury, Barnstaple

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.

3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room is located in Kentisbury. 3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room provides accommodation, featuring Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, among other amenities. This Cottage features Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, to make your stay a comfortable one.

3-Bedroom Countryside Cottage Close to North Devon's Beaches and Exmoor, with onsite games room has 3 Bedrooms , 2 Bathrooms, and max occupancy of 6 people. The minimum rental for this property is 1 nights, but this can change depending on the season you plan on staying. Previous guests have given good rated it, and VRBO labeled it a top-rated Cottage because of the excellent services rendered by the owner or manager of this Cottage, and has consistently provided great experiences for their guests. Most families or guests that use it recommend it to their friends and some of them are repeat guests. Cottage has a friendly neighborhood, and the Kentisbury has interesting places to visit. If you want to learn more about the Cottage in Kentisbury, such as places to visit and things to do nearby, you can check below to learn more.

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Unique Amenities

  • Parking
  • TV
  • Balcony/Terrace
  • Security/Safety
  • Sports/Activities
  • Bedding/Linens
  • Wellness Facilities
  • Fireplace/Heating
  • Entertainment
  • Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking
  • Child Friendly
  • Internet
  • Kitchen
  • Laundry
 
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Policies

Event Policy No events allowed
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
Child Policy Children are welcome.
Pet Policy Pets not allowed
Smoking Policy Smoking is not permitted
Other Policy 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 host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed this property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room 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
 
Barnstaple, EX31 4NB, United Kingdom

What Our Guests say 500 + Reviews

May 15, 2025 07:10:21 PM
Summary: 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.
Anne W. Anne W.
Apr 4, 2025 01:25:12 AM
Summary: We enjoyed staying at Ford Hill Cottage previously so we rebooked this year! The cottage was as good, if not better, than we remembered! It is beautifully decorated, equipped and maintained. It has a lovely ambience with everything you might need and more, including a supply of wood for the open fire, a well equipped games room, local maps, board games, a very generous welcome basket and the bonus of a front patio and back garden with seating. The beds are comfy with crisp white linen. The en-suite shower was good and we appreciated toiletries being provided. The kitchen is very well equipped with plenty of utensils, crockery and pans. A generous supply of consumables including dishwasher tablets, tea bags, cling film and toilet rolls were provided which was appreciated.(Small things I know but some places don't provide any of these!) We found the cottage to be toasty warm. As mentioned on the website, the steep stairs may not be suitable for young children or those with mobility issues but we had no issues with them. The cottage is light and airy too. We were blessed with exceptionally good weather and the cottage was an ideal base for visiting Woolacombe, Lynton & Lynmouth, Arlington Court as well as RHS Rosemoor. We would not hesitate to recommend Ford Hill Cottage. Thanks for a great stay!
Duncan C. Duncan C.
Oct 19, 2024 09:04:30 PM
Summary: Stayed for two weeks in August. The mids aged 8 and 12 love the cottage. Different rooms to hide and play in. A short drive to Woolacombe beach, and Exmoor Zoo and a bit further to The Milky Way Adventure Park and The Big Sheep, both of which the kids loved. Back at the cottage we had a couple of barbecues and the kitchen was even easy enough for Daddy to navigate and cook! 20 minutes to Barnstaple if you need to get supplies in. Bedrooms were great. Beds nice and comfy. They came and changed bedding and towels for fresh after week one. It’s in the countryside and you can see sheep wondering in the fields from your bedroom window. I like the ‘quiet’ of the countryside so very much enjoyed it….
Aug 9, 2024 05:34:27 PM
Summary: Ford Hill Cottage was perfect for our group, garden and games room a wonderful bonus. Lovely welcome from Janet was very much appreciated. Pristine inside, very comfortable. Parking a little awkward with a larger vehicle.
Oct 30, 2023 09:13:31 PM
Summary: A last minute decision to go away for half term led us to Ford Hill Cottage and it was wonderful. On arrival we were met by Adam who showed us around the property and presented us with the most generous of welcome hampers. Adam and Janet were always available but never ‘got in the way’ - perfect hosts. The cottage is far more spacious than the pictures suggest and is furnished to a high standard and we particularly liked the extremely comfortable beds. The kitchen has everything you could possibly need but with a fantastic range of pubs and restaurants within a 20 minute drive you may find that you do not end up cooking too often! Of an evening it was lovely to come back to the log burner in the lounge. The games room is a BIG bonus, it is huge and well furnished, many a game of pool and table tennis was enjoyed. Importantly it was well heated - we have been to a number of rentals where the games room had been in a converted garage and as a result they have been very cold/damp - that is not the case here with numerous radiators to keep the games room nice and toasty. In summary a lovely property that we will happily return to in the future.
Neil E. Neil E.
Oct 19, 2023 09:13:09 PM
Summary: The cottage was cosy, clean and well appointed. The owners had left a lovely welcome basket of treats including wine. The location of the cottage was great for easy access to both beaches and Exmoor for exploring.
Ken and Claire O. Ken and Claire O.
Oct 19, 2023 02:12:37 PM
Summary: 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.
Ken and Claire O. Ken and Claire O.
Sep 4, 2023 06:00:05 AM
Summary: Just spent a week at this lovely house. It was exceptional. Great Host, generous welcome pack. Could not fault a thing.
Claire E. Claire E.
Jul 3, 2023 09:21:39 PM
Summary: We had another relaxing and comfortable stay at Ford Hill Cottage. The weather in March was wet and cold so we were very glad to have the games room with it's pool table and football table. The wood burner was toasty and we enjoyed relaxing around it on the comfy lounge furniture. It was good to have an en-suite and another bathroom. The cottage is beautifully decorated, immaculately clean and has all the things and more you need for a self catering break. The owners provide a very generous welcome pack along with coffee pods etc. We would highly recommend the cottage.
Duncan C. Duncan C.
Mar 19, 2023 07:00:01 AM
Summary: 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!
Guy W. Guy W.

FAQ's

Is this Kentisbury cottage pet-friendly for guests?

No, pets are not allowed at this property. Check the guest reviews to learn what guests had to share.

Does the Kentisbury cottage have a swimming pool?

No, this Kentisbury cottage does not have a swimming pool. Check the Facility Overview section for details about the pool and other available facilities.

How much does it cost per night to stay in Kentisbury cottage?

Best-rates for the Kentisbury cottage starts from $122 per night with includes Bedding/Linens, Entertainment, Child Friendly, Internet, Laundry, Parking, TV, Balcony/Terrace, Wellness Facilities, Fireplace/Heating, Barbecue/Outdoor Cooking, Kitchen, Security/Safety, Sports/Activities StayAndPlay offers fully equipped golf villas, golf hotels, golf resorts, luxury golf cabins, and exclusive golf retreats, making it easier than ever to find your perfect golf escape — ideal for families, peaceful getaways, or pet-friendly retreats with the whole crew.

Is Kentisbury cottage a family-friendly place to stay?

Based on the information we have received from the owner or our partner, this is considered to be a family-friendly property. Families have rated this cottage Good or guests have recommended them suitable for families. As reported by the owner or manager, the cottage has specified that children are welcome. Please see details about suitability for your family or inquire with the property to learn more.

Is the Kentisbury cottage wheelchair accessible or offer services for disabled guests?

Based on the information received from our partner, the Kentisbury cottage has not specified they are wheelchair accessible. Likewise, there is not an elevator specified as being available at the property. Specific accessibility details may be addressed in the property details section of this page.

What is the minimum night stay policy for the Kentisbury cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, the Kentisbury cottage indicates 1 day stay policy at this cottage. Guests are cautioned that the minimum stay policy may differ based on seasonality or availability and may be at the discretion of the owner or manager.

What cancellation policy is in place for Kentisbury cottage?

Based on the information reported by the owner or manager, details for the cancellation policy for the Kentisbury cottage are as follows: Cancellation policy Guests are cautioned that the cancellation policy may differ based on seasonality, availability, or current travel restrictions. Guests should also be aware that this policy may be subject to change and should be confirmed prior to booking. More details may be available on this page in the property description. However, early check-in or late check-out can sometimes be negotiated between the guest and the owner or the manager of this property.

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