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Speke's Retreat - 18827

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Dishwasher, highchair, cookware/dishes/utensils
Beach
5 bedrooms, WiFi, bed sheets
TV
Beach

Reviews

9.2 out of 10
Wonderful

Entire home

5 bedrooms5 bathrooms

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Washer
  • Barbecue grill
  • Pet friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Speke's Retreat - 18827

Located in a quiet and peaceful area, this charming retreat offers a chance to enjoy the beautiful coastline with nearby local attractions.. Ground Floor:
Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, French Doors
Dining room: Electric Woodburner
Kitchen: Electric Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Dishwasher, Washing Machine
Bedroom 1: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 2: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
First Floor:
Bedroom 3: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Smart TV Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 4: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Pull Out 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Smart TV Ensuite: Bath With Shower Over, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet
Bedroom 5: Zip And Link 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Pull Out Single (3ft) Bed, Pull Out 2 x Single (3ft) Beds. Oil underfloor oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Cot and highchair. Tumble dryer (shared with other property on-site). Terrace with garden furniture and barbecue. Large garden (shared with other property on-site). Ample parking. No smoking. Visit England 4 Star.. Nestling in a quiet, peaceful rural hamlet just 4 miles from the popular village of Hartland, and one mile from North Devon’s English Heritage Coastline, these two character barn conversions, completed to a very good standard and full of modern comforts, are set within their own private gardens. Situated within easy reach of all the local attractions, the cottages make a perfect holiday destination for all ages. Rugged English Heritage Coastline can be picked up from a maze of footpaths literally from your door to take in the spectacular Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and SSSI delights, a haven for keen walkers, bird watchers and naturalists. Hartland itself is a thriving rural village with post office, stores, garage and church along with local pubs serving food. Nearby beaches and coves include Speke’s Mill Mouth, Hartland Quay and Welcome Mouth, Bude Widemouth Bay and Westward Ho! are a treat to explore. Golf at nearby Bude and sea fishing close by along with fishing, water sports and sailing at nearby Tamar Lakes. The pretty fishing villages of Clovelly, Bucks Mills and Appledore are within an easy drive or walking distance for keen walkers taking you through National Trust coastal paths. Lundy Island by helicopter or boat can be picked up at Clovelly or the historic port and market town of Bideford, offering a good selection of shops, pubs and restaurants. Local family attractions include the Big Sheep and Milky Way, and gardens at Docton Mill, Hartland Abbey and Clovelly Court. Fishing nearby. Shops and pubs 4 miles.
Free WiFi

There is an evening curfew for noise at the property.
One or more beds can be linked to form double or twin beds (please advise the owner of your preference prior to arrival).

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Internet

  • WiFi available

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 5 bedrooms
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 5 bathrooms
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • Pet friendly

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • Near the sea
  • On the lake
  • On the river
  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Fishing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector installed (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher
  • First aid kit

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Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets allowed
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Note from host: This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
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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
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

Property is also known as

5 bedroom accommodation in Hartland Hartland
5 bedroom accommodation in Hartland Private vacation home
su-18827-18827

About the neighborhood

Map
Hartland

What's nearby

  • Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms - 7 min walk - 0.6 km
  • Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall - 16 min walk - 1.4 km
  • Hartland Quay - 10 min drive - 4.0 km
  • North Devon Coast - 11 min drive - 6.4 km
  • Hartland Point - 20 min drive - 8.8 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The Hart Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Farmers Arms - ‬17 min drive
  • ‪The Bush Inn - ‬21 min drive
  • ‪The Old Smithy Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Anchor Inn - ‬10 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Speke's Retreat - 18827 pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Speke's Retreat - 18827?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Speke's Retreat - 18827?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Speke's Retreat - 18827 located?

Situated by the sea, this cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms, Speke's Mill Mouth Waterfall, and Spekes Mill Beach. Childspit Beach and South West Coast Path Section 9 Trailhead are also within 2 mi (3 km).

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Speke's Retreat - 18827 Reviews

Reviews

9.2

Wonderful

Rating 10 - Excellent. 5 out of 9 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 9 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 9 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 9 reviews

Reviews

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10/10 Excellent

Judith

Beautiful cottage in a very quiet area.
Beautiful cottage in a very quiet area. Stunning scenery and walks, but hilly and no shops or amenities within walking distance. Friendly hosts who live locally and have thought of everything to enhance the stay. Would love to return and explore further. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Alan

Great cottage in a nice quiet remote location.
Great cottage in a nice quiet remote location. 10-15 minutes drive from the nearest pub/restaurant. It has everything you need if you are doing your own cooking. Very comfortable. Alison was very welcoming she also drove to Hartland to get me a pint of milk and then later returned with the best loaf of bread. Couldn't recommend enough. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Marie

We loved staying at Spekes Retreat and enjoyed walking around the area and to the falls.
We loved staying at Spekes Retreat and enjoyed walking around the area and to the falls. A bit of a drive for restaurants and beaches but not undo able Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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10/10 Excellent

Christine

Spekes retreat is excellent for a large family group.
Spekes retreat is excellent for a large family group. Very comfortable and well equipped kitchen. Rural location ideal for walking and exploring lovely area of the country. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Clare

Lovely cottage.
Lovely cottage. Very remote, nothing locally except walks and one very nice tea room. Make sure you have everything you need on arrival! A few things could be improved: fix the light above the cooker, it needs decent pots and pans (especially as self catering is fairly essential being so far away from a town), fix the knob on the cooker (very loose so couldn't tell what temp it was and consequently burnt our tea!). Overall we had a lovely stay, there was 11 of us and there was plenty of space. If peace and tranquility is your thing, far from the madding crowd, this is definitely a good choice. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
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8/10 Good

Tracey

Needs a more thorough clean as lots of cobwebs around but then it is an old property.
Needs a more thorough clean as lots of cobwebs around but then it is an old property. Lots of bulbs need replacing, Shame basics not there like tea and coffee, sugar and salt pepper etc also should have soap in each bathroom. However, it was very reasonably priced and warm and mince pies a nice touch. We have a great time as walking was amazing straight from the accommodation
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10/10 Excellent

Ruth

We had a wonderful holiday in a beautiful part of the country.
We had a wonderful holiday in a beautiful part of the country. Spekes Retreat had everything we needed and the owner was really lovely and very helpful to our needs
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8/10 Good

PAUL

A good place to get together with the family and with the bonus of being pet friendly it meant every
A good place to get together with the family and with the bonus of being pet friendly it meant everybody was able to attend. The property is not within easy walking distance of any shops or pubs and transport is essential but it's peaceful location and walks nearby make up for that. There is plenty of room and all the bedrooms are en-suite with a good sized kitchen and large dining table. We had a slight issue with the heating being too hot and the kitchen could do with some decent oven gloves but apart from that we had a excellent family weekend and would return.
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8/10 Good

Kathryn

Good spacious accommodation for a large group.
Good spacious accommodation for a large group. Lots of en suite shower rooms a definite asset! Very well equipped kitchen.