A great location for a family holiday.

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Contemporary open-plan living space | Swallows Retreat, Hartland
Convenient open-plan living space | Swallows Retreat, Hartland
Fully appointed fitted kitchen with breakfast bar | Swallows Retreat, Hartland
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Swallows Retreat, Hartland
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9.8Outstanding
(25 Ratings)
"Beautiful cottage. Extremely comfortable, clean, well equipped and cosy. Great for our short break"
Shirley Bowman
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9.8 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)

Cottage in England

4 guests · 2 bedrooms · 2 baths

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About this cottage rental

A great location for a family holiday. Ideal for beaches, countryside or simply enjoying the outdoor area.. 4 steps to entrance.

All on the Ground Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: Smart TV, DVD Player

Dining area: French Doors Leading To Decked Area

Kitchen area: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine

Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Travel cot and highchair available on request. Welcome pack. Enclosed lawned garden with decked area, garden furniture and barbecue. 260-acre farmland (shared with owner). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There is a step in the garden.. Swallows Retreat is the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday for family and friends at any time of year. This renovated, detached barn conversion is beautifully furnished and sits beside the owner’s 260-acre cattle and sheep farm within the Hartland Peninsula. The property features granite worktops in the kitchen and both bedrooms have a TV. This Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is on the stunning North Devon Coast just 3 miles from the coastal path. You can stroll out direct from the farm on many circular coastal walks and enjoy stunning views of Welcombe and Welcombe Mouth. Conveniently placed on the Devon/Cornwall border, this is an ideal location for a seaside holiday. The coastline in both directions offers some of the most breathtaking scenery in the West Country and there are many long sandy beaches and hidden coves to explore.

Hartland village is just 3 miles away and has a good selection of village shops and pubs serving food. Bude, 13 miles, also has a variety of shops and restaurants, many specialising in locally caught seafood. There is also a golf course, indoor ‘Splash’ pool’, surf schools and bowling. The delightful port town of Bideford, 16 miles, has all town amenities, restaurants, a weekly market and boat trips to Lundy Island. Coastal walking, cycling, golf, riding, fishing, surfing and sailing are all available in this stunning area. Docton Mill, Hartland Quay and Hartland Abbey are close by along with many pretty fishing villages to explore including nearby Clovelly, Instow and Appledore. For family fun the Big Sheep and Milky Way Adventure parks are a must. Shop 3 miles, pub and restaurant 1½ miles.

Free WiFi

Amenities at A great location for a family holiday.

Non-smoking
No pets allowed
Family friendly

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Ratings and reviews

9.8 / 10
Outstanding(25 Ratings)
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
Beautiful cottage. Extremely comfortable, clean, well equipped and cosy. Great for our short break
10 / 10Outstanding·Sep 2025
wonderfull, spotless bungalow, beautiful location and lovelly owners on hand if you need anything, couldnt fault it at all. highly recommend.
10 / 10Outstanding·Aug 2025
Swallows Retreat is a lovely spacious cottage, ideal for a family of 4 or like us, two couples. The bedrooms are at opposite ends which gives a good degree of privacy. Nicely appointed, immaculately clean and with plenty of board games and lots of information on the local area, you really would be hard pushed to find fault. Nice welcome 'basket' of bacon, eggs, sausage and bread. The beds are VERY comfortable, with plenty of pillow and extra bedspread options for your comfort. There's a small decked area outside where we sat in the evening with a table and wicker furniture. The cottage is on a farm and is a little remote. It was perfect for us for a 2 night stay, but for a longer stay you might find it harder to nip out for supplies, etc. The owner came and said hello on the first day but other than that we had complete privacy. The views of the surrounding countryside are spectacular. Take kitchen roll , shower gel, shampoo & sauces, but loo roll is provided. TV n each bedroom and the lounge. If you're looking to get away from it all this is the perfect place.
10 / 10Outstanding·Dec 2020
We stayed here this Christmas and had a lovely time, very cosy, clean welcoming and well equipped the cottage was even decorated for Christmas which was so lovely. We will be definitely staying here again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo

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FAQs

Is parking included with this cottage?

Parking is not specified as an available amenity at A great location for a family holiday.. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.

Is there a pool at this cottage?

We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this cottage. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.

Is A great location for a family holiday. pet friendly?

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What amenities are available at A great location for a family holiday.?

We found 3 amenities for this rental. This includes non-smoking, no pets allowed, and family friendly.