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Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach

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2 minutes from the beach, surrounded by 3 acres of flat glorious country side
Chapel Cottage, total seclusion, 2 minutes from the sea in perfect gardens.
Peace and tranquilly, but minutes from the beach
Welcome to a typical English Cottage
Very well equipped kitchen, for all those home cooked meals.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
4 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 9

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Dryer
  • Washer
  • Pet-friendly
  • Fireplace
  • Barbecue grill

Explore the area

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Ilfracombe, North Devon
  • Sandy Cove Beach
    ‪8 min walk‬
  • Woolacombe Beach
    ‪26 min drive‬
  • Barricane Beach
    ‪28 min drive‬
  • Swansea (SWS)
    ‪208 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 9)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

Bedroom 3

1 King Bed

Bedroom 4

1 King Bed, 1 Single Bed and 1 Crib

2 bathrooms

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Bidet · Toilet

Bathroom 2

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Outdoor play area
Garden

About this property

Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach

Spacious accommodation, 4 bedrooms.
Bedroom 1. Zip and link super-king bed, or 2 x 3 ft singles with sea views,
Bedroom 2. King size bed with views up the valley towards the village
Bedroom 3. Large room with zip and link super-king or 2 x 3ft beds facing the sea
Bedroom 4. King size bed, on the ground floor with a single 3ft bed and cot facing towards the sea and gardens.
We have a large family bathroom on the top floor with bath, toilet and bidet and a separate shower room with power shower, and toilet on the half landing.
The dining room, with a cupboard full of board games if the weather isn't quite to your liking, perfect for all age groups.
The lounge has a large central wood burner with all fuel provided between September and June for the cooler days, with desk for writing the never ending postcards, smart television, humax and Freesat. Two large very comfy sofas, a chaise lounge and nursing chair with double doors out to the lawns beyond with views towards the sea, forestry, and gardens.
The large family kitchen with electric AGA (off for the summer but can be used like any other cooker if preferred) and another conventional double oven electric cooker with hob, large fridge/freezer, plus an extra over flow fridge, washing machine, tumble dryer, microwave and all other necessary equipment to make your holiday as easy as possible. Outside the kitchen is a large seating area with a Weber gas bar-b-que, (a penalty of £30.00 will be charged if not left as found, to include all drip trays and surrounds) and parasel facing the gardens surrounded by the lawns towards the forestry, where you feel like the only people in the world, perfect for the hazy summer evenings. We have an out door Kettler table tennis table, for use during the summer months only. We ask that the cover be replaced after every use, when dry. Information regarding this is supplied in the cottage with 4 bats and 3 balls, not suitable for young children.
The cottage does have wi-fi, and we do have a landline with payphone.
Down the garden path will take you to a little gate onto the footpath, turn left for a 2 minute walk to the local pub, offering homemade food, catering for all diets with live music on a Friday. The landlord is an accomplished fiddle player with numerous professional friends to enertain you, and of course you are encouraged to join in, if you have any musical talent, otherwise sit back and enjoy some real ales, brewed by the pub itself.
Surrounded by 3 acres of flat gardens and lawns, with stream running through, totally secluded, forestry facing, and sea views. All laundry except for cot, and electricity are included.
Professional Ashfelt Tennis Court.
2 dogs are very welcome but we do charge £50.00per dog per week with restrictions to the kitchen area only.
Within 5 minutes flat easy walking distance to Leebay, with its enchanting rock pools for young children and a very safe bathing beach, fishing nets, buckets and spades and body boards provided. 10 minute drive to Woolacombe with its 3 miles of golden sands, 7 minutes to Ilfacombe or 40 minutes to Barnstaple with its large shopping centre and famous Victorian Pannier Market which does different thymes daily, Mondays and Fridays being farmers market day with fresh fruit and vegetables, Tuesdays and Thursdays are crafts with a whole variety of items to make and buy, and Wednesdays are antiques and collectables, all well worth a visit.
Chapel Cottage is in an area of outstanding natural beauty sorrounded by National Trust property with amazing walks on the cliff tops to Morte point, where the Bristol channel and the Atlantic ocean meet towards Woolacombe and beyond, or why not try the Torrs walk to Ilfracombe taking one hour and twenty minutes at an even pace with incredible views to Wales and Lundy Island, fabulous for the would be photographers . Boats do leave from Ilfracombe on a regular basis for trips to Lundy with the basking sharks, puffins and seals being a sancuary for wild life and sea life.
And last but not least we mustn't forget 'Verity' Damien Herst 30 foot bronze statue situated on Ilfracombe harbour facing out to sea. Holding a giant sword with the scales of justice standing on a pile of books, shes in the perfect setting!

Property manager

Mrs Ginny Potts agent

Languages

English

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Pet-friendly
Outdoor space
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We provide a cot, and highchair
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
2 Dogs welcome but with restrictions
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

We should mention

A car is recommended for transport to and from this property

About the area

Ilfracombe

Located in Ilfracombe, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Watermouth Castle and Marwood Hill Gardens. Jet skiing and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and mountain biking nearby.
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Ilfracombe, North Devon

What's nearby

  • Sandy Cove Beach - 8 min walk - 0.7 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 10 min drive - 7.0 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 26 min drive - 7.4 km
  • Barricane Beach - 28 min drive - 7.8 km
  • Croyde Bay Beach - 44 min drive - 14.8 km

Getting around

  • Chapelton Station - 36 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Good Food & Drink Depot - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Wellington Arms Ilfracombe - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The fortescue - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Red Barn - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Captains Table - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Historical Chapel Cottage. Professional Tennis Court, sea views, 2 mins to beach located?

This family-friendly Ilfracombe cottage is located by the sea, within a 10-minute walk of Lee Beach and Sandy Cove Beach. Rockham Beach and North Devon Coast are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

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Exceptional

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10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

mary I.

Beautiful area!

The house was one of a kind. The bedrooms were all very comfortable and the kitchen was wonderful. The grounds are beautiful. Ginny and her husband went above and beyond for us. We will surely stay there again if we are in the area.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Stephanie O.

Lovely Cottage

We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The house is great, the location is wonderful and everyone is friendly. The cottage is a short walk to the local pub where Bill and Lucy (the hoppy dog) make you feel at home. Julia is a local cook that we hired and everything she made was delicious. If you are looking for a nice place to stay with beautiful scenery, this is the location for you.
Stayed 4 nights in Feb 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Pippa L.

What an amazing find

Beautiful tranquil cottage meters from an isolated beach, great for exploring. A few meters up the path and the village pub with its own micro brewery and amazing organic wine list. The photos of the cottage don't do it justice, the setting is unique surrounded by 3 acres of formal and informal gardens. The patio was a delight and we enjoyed the sunshine all day and a fabulous BBQ in the evening on the quality Weber gas BBQ with great food from the local farm shop. The cottage is well equipped, we enjoyed breakfast cooked in the Aga, with all the utensils you could need. Beds comfy with crisp linen. Being with four teenagers WiFi was much appreciated. Overall location, quality and service were top notch!

10/10 Excellent

Nicky M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chapel Cottage review

We had a lovely stay at Chapel Cottage, it’s perfect for a large family. The grounds are beautiful and a short walk to the bay and the pub. Would definitely recommend.

10/10 Excellent

Jennifer K.

Charming cottage set in stunning grounds with beautifully kept gardens.

Wonderful cottage suitable for a family with children. A stones throw from the beach or easy to drive to bigger beaches. The cottage is clean and well equipped. The local pub is good too. We had a fantastic stay and the children loved running around outside with their grandparents!
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2018

10/10 Excellent

Tom C.

Excellent weekend away, perfect location and cottage laid out well for a large family to share

Excellent weekend away, perfect location and cottage laid out well for a large family to share
Stayed 2 nights in Feb 2018
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Jo K.

Amazing

Great property with everything you need. Quite secluded so great for a relaxing break. Very well located for walking and sightseeing. Also close to a large number of sandy beaches.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Simon W.

Lovely cottage in stunning surroundings.

A lovely stay in a well appointed cottage. Highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Mandy V.

Well kept and cared for old place with character in fabulous location

It was clean and well equipped. Absolutely no complaints. Grampus Inn was perfect for Friday evening with musicians to add local colour.
Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2017
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Ruth A.

Beautiful cottage in perfect location

We stayed here as a family as we were attending a wedding at tunnels beach, four couples with a young child. The setting is incredible and only five minutes to the beautiful lee Bay and also five minute to the local pub ! The house is spacious and accommodated us well , the only thing I would say is only having one shower ( just a bath in the bathroom ) meant queuing in a morning but as I like a bath it wasn't a problem . Having an aga in the kitchen and a beautiful log burner in the lounge added to the cosy feel of the place . The house is perfect for young children as the grounds are totally secured with a gate and they can play outside to their hearts content . Would love to go back !!
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

John W.

A comfortable and homely place to stay

Had a family Christmas here for a week and everyone felt very much at home. Expect relaxing family environment, not smart and modern. Everything works well and the house is nicely run by its agents. Recommended.
This review was submitted before 2018 and has not been verified.

10/10 Excellent

Lovely Lee!

Myself and 6 friends stayed at the cottage and had just the most fabulous time. We had superb weather so sat out on the lovely patio area for alot of it just drinking in the stunning location and views, we also had a fab bbq on the provided gas bbq. The cottage was clean and comfortable with a lovely traditional cottage kitchen with mod cons!, the tennis court was also great fun, but we were not as fit as we thought we were! Literally 5 min (if that) walk up the path to the pub, we could not have got better. Thoroughly recommend.

About the host

Hosted by Mrs Ginny Potts agent

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After visiting Lee as a child with my Dad and having a cream tea, it was always a very special place, to live here is next to none. One of those very hidden gems as said by The Times

Why they chose this property

In an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and it’s amazing position so close to the sea surrounded by National Trust land. The history attached to the cottage, probably one of the oldest properties in Lee with its gothic windows and unique arched porch.

What makes this property unique

The location of the cottage is next to none, right in the middle of its own 3 acres with un-surplaced views, to the forestry and sea, offering total sheltered peace and tranquility. 2 acres of totally flat lawned gardens, with beautiful flower beds, offering camellias, azaleas, and other various perennials, not forgetting - apple, quince, mulberry, and pear trees and of course figs, all for guests use.
It’s also a flat walk to beach and local pub, perfect!

Languages:

English