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Heron Cottage - Mill Leat

Thornbury, near Holsworthy, Devon
Sleeps 5
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Downstairs bathroom
Complex
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At a glance

  • One of three wonderfully refurbished cottages with an emphasis on style and comfort
  • Quiet rural setting yet ideally situated for exploring North Devon and over the border into Cornwall
  • Plenty of scenic dog friendly walking trails straight from your doorstep
Property code: OC-H27562

Enjoy a family holiday with your dogs in this lovely stone cottage. This property is part of a collection, where three similar buildings can be rented individually or all together, so you can have a trip with extended family or family friends. You’ll be in a quiet area of North Devon with lots of local activities to try.

This compact property is effortless and charming. The ground floor is mostly devoted to an open-plan living space with a lounge, kitchen and diner in one for convenience and a sociable atmosphere. Note the wooden beams and pillars, which give the room a timeless feel. The downstairs also houses a shower room. Head upstairs to find the bedrooms. There’s a double for the grown-ups, and then a twin and a single which would suit younger guests or anyone who likes alone time. All of the bedrooms are cosy and peaceful, so you wake feeling refreshed and ready for an exciting day. You’ll have access to a shared lawn with picnic benches and BBQs, so fire up some sausages or grab your favourite summer drink. Further out, there’s 13 acres of land with woods and lakes to explore with your canine companions.

Outdoorsy adventurers are sure to love the beautiful local area. Go horse riding at La Rocco Riding School (8.5 miles), visit the aqua park and try wakeboarding at North Devon Wake Park (12 miles), or splash around at Tamar Lakes Activity Centre (10 miles) for fishing, canoeing, kayaking and more. If you fancy surfing, Bude beach (14 miles) is a lovely spot and the town has some great restaurants, shops and a castle. Finish the holiday by grabbing your binoculars and watching the wildlife in National Trust Dunsland (4 miles), where you can see dormice, sparrowhawks and roe deer.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 1 Shower room with shower and WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave and fridge
  • Smart TV in lounge
  • Travel cot and highchair available
  • Charcoal BBQ
  • Shared lawn with outdoor seating 
  • Shared driveway with private parking for 1 car, further parking available by arrangement with owner
  • Shared laundry room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Secure storage for bicycles and surfboards
  • Outdoor tap for muddy boots and paws
  • Guests have access to 3 fishing/wildlife lakes, as well as access to fish on the River Waldon
  • Beach 15 miles, pub and shop 2 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Louise 1st July 2025

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Beautiful setting . Very quiet. Nice walk by the river. Lovely views from the property which in itself was gorgeous.

Reviewed by Susan 15th June 2025

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Small but adequate. Beatufil setting, lovely walks around the rivers and ponds.

Reviewed by Antonio 22nd April 2025

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Beautiful cottage in an amazing location. We loved spending Easter as a family there. Kids did their traditional egg hunt in the area outside the cottage. Loads of fun.

Reviewed by Emma 1st September 2024

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We absolutely loved our stay in Herron Cottage. The grounds and views are gorgeous and perfect for a family holiday with dogs. The owners have thought of everything and offer their recommendations of local places to go. The cottages are really well kept and clean and quiet! Theres a lot to do within an hour of the cottages in all directions and perRead morefect for all ages. Perfect for quiet days in or busy days out. We have already recommended the cottages to all our friends and family! Hide

Reviewed by Caz 18th August 2024

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Beautiful cottage and great hosts who left a welcome pack which was very welcoming! Lovely setting and comfy cottage! 30 mins from almost anything which was great! Brilliant for star gazing too!

Reviewed by Rachel 29th July 2024

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Location

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Note: As the postcode is used to identify the general area of the property, it may not always reflect its precise location, therefore please only use this map as a guide.

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Kingfisher Cottage - Mill Leat

Kingfisher Cottage - Mill Leat

Sleeps: 4 | Bedrooms: 3

£425 - £1,074

To arrange group bookings across one or more of these properties, call our team to check availability and book.

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.