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Orchard Thatched Cottage - Stoke

Hartland, near Bideford, Devon
Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 3
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Swimming pool
Family friendly
Thatched
Fishing on site / nearby
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
EV Charging
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Indoor swimming pool
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Private indoor heated swimming pool and games room with pool table and ping pong complete this 16th Century, Grade II listed thatched property
  • Walks directly from the door step, on the South West Coast path or in the surrounding countryside - including the grounds of Hartland Abbey
  • Within a short drive of the traffic free cobbled village of Clovelly and slightly further is Appledore and Westward Ho!
Property code: OC-61194

Located in the pretty hamlet of Stoke which has a beautiful church, Hartland Abbey and is within walking distance of Hartland Quay, with it’s maritime history and pub which serves food throughout the year. Just two miles up the road is the village of Hartland, which boasts three pubs, two shops, galleries and a café, perfect to stock up on the essentials and spend many evenings tasting the produce of local pubs. For supermarkets and fuel stations head 15 miles in either direction along the A39, to the south you will find the coastal town of Bude with three sandy beaches and many shops and host of outdoor activities and Bideford to the east, where you can catch the local boat over to Lundy for the day.

A beautiful period cottage with original beams and beautiful fire places. Stepping into the side entrance, brings you into the kitchen, which is equipped ready for the chefs of the family, with two electric ovens and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. Off to the right of the kitchen down two steps you will find the first bedroom, a twin. Heading back through the kitchen into the lounge/diner, which has large comfy sofas surrounding the wood burner and Smart TV, perfect to relax and catch up on your favourite programmes. There is also a large dining table seating 10, which is great to catch up after a day exploring the local area. There is also a snug the perfect place to chill out and have a bit of down time with a good book in front of the warming flame effect electric fire or watch a movie on the Smart TV. Further to this you will find another bedroom on the ground floor, which is a double. Completing the ground floor are the two shower rooms with shower and WC and a separate WC. Heading up to the first floor, where head height may be restricted due to the nature of the property and eaves of the building. There are three bedrooms on this floor, a double, a single and a double with an additional single bed. There is also a bathroom with hand-held shower over bath and WC. Completing the property accessed via the kitchen with a lockable door, is the private indoor heated swimming pool with doors to the outside decked area. Plus why not enjoy the games room with a pool table and ping pong table. All of these are just perfect for all the family while entertaining within the property.

Outside to the front of the property is an enclosed courtyard and to the back is the decking area with the enclosed lawned garden (both dog secure), from here there are views over the church tower and through the valley to Hartland Abbey. There is also a utility area within the games room with a tumble dryer. There is gated parking for four cars at the rear of the cottage.

  • 5 Bedrooms – 2 doubles, 1 double with additional single bed, 1 twin and 1 single
  • 1 Bathroom with hand-held shower over bath and WC, 2 shower rooms with shower and WC and 1 separate WC
  • Private indoor heated swimming pool (10m x 5m)
  • Games room with pool table and ping pong table
  • Two electric ovens and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
  • Utility area in the games room with tumble dryer
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs included)
  • Smart TV in the lounge and snug
  • Enclosed and dog secure courtyard and decking area
  • No flame BBQ's permitted at property due to thatch roof
  • Electric ninja BBQ provided
  • Off-road parking for 4 cars
  • EV charging available - charges apply through Monta App
  • Travel cot and high chair available
  • Please Note- Due to the character and traditional design of the property, some areas feature lower ceilings.
  • Shops 1 mile
  • Pub 15 minute roadside walk away
  • Beach within walking distance
  • Please bring your own towels for the pool and beach

  • Electric vehicle charging on site
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 3 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 14 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Nicholas 10th June 2026

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Reviewed by Michael 7th June 2026

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A beautiful comfortable cottage with everything you need to hand with the added advantage of the games room & heated indoor pool with peacocks on the lawn.

Reviewed by Susan 30th May 2026

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Our three families with three dogs had a fantastic half term week in this beautiful, well maintained, lovely old cottage. Very well equipped, in a gorgeous location, it was perfect.

Reviewed by Gregory 11th May 2026

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fantastic cottage, very well equiped, great off road parking and secured for dogs, wish the pub was closer and not down a steep hill !!! Had a great time with my family

Reviewed by Linda 6th February 2026

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The cottage was beautiful. Went with my family for my 70th birthday celebration, there was 9 of us and plenty of space. A welcome hamper was a lovely touch. Kitchen had everything you needed. The pool was a big hit with the whole family and the games room. Would go there again.

Reviewed by Kayleigh 23rd December 2025

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We stayed there for a family Christmas break and it was a beautiful stay. Had everything we needed, kitchen was very well equipped to cook full roast for ten people. Beds are lovely and comfy. Cottage itself is very cosy and homely. The Christmas decorations were a beautiful touch. Also the swimming pool was a great bonus we were all in there at leRead moreast twice a day. Hide

Reviewed by Vanessa 28th November 2025

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Orchard Cottage. It was very warm and cosy. The ceilings are really low and a few of us bumped our heads a few times and we were well under 6 foot. The indoor swimming pool and games room were a bonus. The men enjoyed a few pints at The Wreckers retreat but quite a steep climb back and you need a good torch to lighRead moret the way in the winter. The property was very dark even with the lights on but I guess that comes with it being such an old property. Hide

Reviewed by Maria 14th November 2025

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A lovely cottage, although that makes it sound small this place is a Tardis. Very well equipped, clean, very warm (we went in November). Plenty of "own" space, for 6 adults. Views are lovely, local pubs and their food very tasty and reasonable price. plenty of parking with good turning although the entrance a little tight. Some low beams inside butRead more after the first 2 bumps we learned to duck. Swimming pool was brilliant, very warm and a lovely pool to actually swim in. Would return. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 31st October 2025

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Reviewed by Shaun 25th October 2024

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Lovely cottage, great additions of the pool and games room. Plenty of room for the family and close to the coast

Reviewed by Steph 30th August 2024

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We had a lovely time at the cottage, lots of space and the swimming pool was brilliant. A thoughtful hamper too. Great communication through texts with the owner. Many thanks Janet

Reviewed by Julie 16th August 2024

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We had an amazing time at Orchard Cottage. Everything was better than we have ever found in holiday homes before. The location was remote and the lanes narrow but it meant that we completely relaxed at the cottage and only ventured out once a day. We were very happy and we had a multi generational group of family. Thank you!

Reviewed by Linda 9th August 2024

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Lovely cottage, lovely setting, lovely warm pool, lovely games room, lovely holiday.

Reviewed by Sarah 5th July 2024

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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.