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Bidwell Brook

Paignton, Devon
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A homely bungalow set between the seaside town of Paignton and Brixham
  • Explore the English Riviera from this comfortable base
  • Soak up the sun by dining alfresco on the patio

Property code: OC-BC1890

Bidwell Brook is a level access bungalow located in a quiet residential road and close by to a regular bus route into the heart of the Riviera, Paignton, Brixham and Torquay. Explore on foot and within a mile is the Blue Flag Awarded Goodrington Beach, highly credited for safe swimming conditions and water sport activities. With its long stretch of sandy beaches, Paigntons colourful promenade and easily accessible beachfront offers the whole family a vast array of areas to explore including its harbour, gardens at Roundham Head and attractions such as the famous Paignton Zoo and steam train.

In the months of May through to October why not attend one of the many annual events and festivals in the area, Torbay Air Show, Paignton Festival, The Brixham Pirate Festival, England's Seafood Feast, Devon County Show, Dartmouth Music Festival, Dartmouth Royal Regatta, Dartmouth food festival.

Bidwell Brook offers three bedrooms, a family bathroom and a separate WC and hand basin as well as spacious living/dining room with a ideal family friendly layout based all on one level. The generous size garden with outside furniture and BBQ is ideal for evenings of relaxation and quality family time. 

Ground Floor

Kitchen: Gas hob, oven and grill, fridge, microwave, separate small freezer and washing machine. 

Lounge/Dining room: Samsung 28'' tv, dvd player, Wifi, radio, speaker pod.

Family Bathroom: bath, shower cubicle with thermostatic shower, hand basin, w.c.

WC room: wc and hand basin.

Bedroom 1: Double (4'6") bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe, bedside tables

Bedroom 2: 2 Single (3'0) beds (can be pushed together), wardrobe, bookcase, bedside tables.

Bedroom 3: Single bed (3'0), desk

 

Garden: Front garden with shrubs, rear garden with table and chairs, coal bbq (please provide your own coal) 

Parking: Parking on driveway for one car, kerbside for any extra vehicles

Changeover Day: Friday 

Security Deposit: This property has a refundable Accidental Damage Deposit of £200, which is payable to Original Cottages with the final balance of your holiday, eight weeks prior to your arrival, and is refunded within 5 working days of your departure. Alternatively, you may wish to pay a non-refundable Accidental Damage Deposit Waiver equivalent to 10% of the Accidental Damage Deposit value, which covers you for the full value of the Accidental Damage Deposit, should any damage occur during your stay.

Power and Heat: Gas and electricity are included in rent. 

Bed Linen and Towels: Bed linen and towels are provided (please bring your own beach towels)

Shop: 0.4ml    Pub:  0.4ml

Notes - No Smoking. No Pets. Baby Equipment is not provided, please bring your own. WiFi Provided. Strong mobile phone coverage. There are no facilities for charging a car.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single
  • 1 bathroom with a bath, separate shower and WC, plus 1 separate WC
  • Gas hob, oven and grill, fridge, separate small freezer, microwave, washing machine
  • TV, DVD, radio, speaker pod
  • Front lawn, rear garden with patio, garden furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Private parking for 1 car, plus free on-street parking for additional cars
  • There are no facilities for charging a car.
  • Shop and pub 0.5 miles
  • Beach 1 mile
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Nicola Hindmarsh

This property is personally managed by Nicola.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 12 guest ratings

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Overall equipment
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Overall comfort
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Overall location
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Reviewed by Andrew 31st May 2026

Guest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 starsGuest rating 4.2 stars

Very nice cottage nice area beds comfy

Reviewed by A T 23rd May 2026

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We found the property to be comfortable and a good base to stay.

Reviewed by Tracey 10th May 2026

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Great Location for getting out and about to the coast and local towns Well equipped property, tv rather small as mentioned by others Price was good value Enjoyed our stay

Reviewed by Lynne 23rd August 2025

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Lovely stay. House in a great location and was really well equipped with everything we needed. Nice, quiet neighbourhood. House was very clean and comfy for us all.

Reviewed by Geoffrey 5th July 2025

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Very nice 3 bedroom bungalow,a couple of things need improving,tv far to small for rhe lounge,cooking pans need renewing,but thats all,was very comfortable and a good base.

Reviewed by Janet 10th May 2025

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Reviewed by Jacqueline 13th October 2024

Guest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 starsGuest rating 4.6 stars

Property super well equipped and comfortable as well as cleanlovely garden and off road parking would recommend it.

Reviewed by Janet 6th October 2024

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Ideal location and close to amenities Very comfortable beds.

Reviewed by Sandra 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Jo 24th August 2024

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Reviewed by Marcus 10th August 2024

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Reviewed by Sandra 8th June 2024

Guest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 starsGuest rating 3.2 stars

We have already booked to use this property again simply for its location.

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Location

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Original Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.