Guests say
Priory House Cottage in Barnstaple, Devon, is a peaceful retreat with a comfortable bed and a well-equipped kitchen. Guests have enjoyed the tranquil setting and bird song, as well as thoughtful touches like wine and cakes. Some guests noted the sofas could be more comfortable and the garden more dog-friendly, but the property's charm and prompt maintenance service are well-appreciated.
There is insufficient information on cleanliness from the reviews to provide a score.
The cottage is in a peaceful area appreciated for its tranquility and bird song. However, some guests found North Devon less accommodating for dog-friendly places compared to other regions.
The bed is highly praised for its comfort, contributing to a relaxing holiday. However, multiple reviews mention that the sofas are tired and uncomfortable, which impacts the overall comfort score.
The cottage is well-equipped, with a prompt maintenance response to issues. However, guests reported minor issues with the shower and TV signal, and a lack of information on property instructions.
Guests mentioned receiving wine and cakes, indicating a level of thoughtfulness. However, as gifts are not guaranteed, this score reflects the positive mentions without setting an expectation.
About this property
Located on the outskirts of Barnstaple, a bustling coastal town in Devon is Priory House Cottage, a fabulous, single-storey annexe. Resting near a hub of amenities and the shoreline, whilst a short distance from Exmoor National Park, Priory House Cottage features a studio-style layout, perfect for a couple’s retreat. Park up on the shared driveway before heading into your new home-from-home, firstly reaching the sitting area, complete with plush sofas, a TV, and a selection of books to be enjoyed on a quiet afternoon. Continue through to the kitchen/diner, well-equipped for a self-catered stay, including a washing machine; prepare meals and dine as a two, before exploring the lawned garden with your furry companion.
Catch some rest in the double bed, before awakening to a refreshing shower in the sleek shower room. Prepare to explore Barnstaple and its seafront, where you can stock up on the essentials, dine out at a host of restaurants, including Giovanni's, Lush Bar & Restaurant, and Bull & Bear, and enjoy riverside views of River Taw, before following the Tarka Trail towards Westward Ho! Beach. Travel north to the National Park, home to the Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre, or continue to Combe Martin, where you can tour the local museum, or relish in the abundance of beachfront walks on offer.
Over an hour away, reach Exeter and its variety of attractions, oozing culture and art, including Exeter Cathedral, and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, before hiking through Barley Valley Nature Reserve. Make memories with your loved one at Priory Hose Cottage. Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1042317, together sleeping up to 14 guests.
Barnstaple is at a great location in the Exmoor National Park at the mouth of the Taw Estuary on the stunning North Devon coastline between Westward Ho! and Croyde. In addition to two fantastic sandy beaches that are well-liked by children and surfers, Barnstaple is a bustling historic coastal town in Devon with a pannier market, shops, restaurants, and bars. The town is well known for its floral displays and has won a Britain in Bloom award; you may see flowers across the town, even in the most unexpected places. The picturesque Tarka line railway excursion, which passes through the breath-taking North Devon landscape of wooded river valleys, steep moorland, and a section of coastline, ends in Barnstaple.
Accommodation
Single-storey.
Studio-style layout with double bed and sitting area with TV.
Kitchen/diner.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
Gas central heating.
Electric oven, gas hob, fridge, washing machine.
TV, WiFi, selection of books.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Shared driveway.
Side garden with lawned area.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 2.2 miles, pub 1.4 miles, River Yeo 0.1 miles.
Note: There is a step up into the property.
Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am.
Note: WiFi can be temperamental at times, due to rural location.
Please note: this property can only accommodate a minimum of 3 nights.
Please note: the property can only accommodate weekly breaks on Mondays and Fridays.
No checkouts on Saturday or Sunday without checking with housekeeper
Nearby points of interest
- Woolacombe Beach
Reviews (8)
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Roger
The cottage was beautifully decorated for Christmas & heating was on our arrival. The cottage is in a perfect location for us as we have family nearby & endless walks around the area. Never been disappointed with comfort, cleanliness or facilities before but this time we found the sofa's, as mentioned in other reviews were uncomfortable after sitting in them for any length of time. Other than that we were well satisfied with our stay & will likely go back again.
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Heather
Sofas incredibly uncomfortable and smelly and nowhere to sit to relax and read. Didn't find a welcome pack and couldn't sort out the lack of signal for the tv or the heating. Garden not dog friendly. No cleaning materials so couldn't keep the place clean for myself. Also if you have an electric toothbrush, bring your own two pin plug to charge it as there is no shaver socket.
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Ann
In the summer this wouldn't matter so much, but at this time of the year, the television kept losing channels or unable to get channels. There were no information regarding the property instructions example where to find WiFi code, how to use cooker, things to do, what to do when leaving the property. Otherwise everything was good and appreciated the wine and cakes.