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Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge

Find serenity at this lakeside haven where you can unwind in your own private hot tub or enjoy peaceful walks right on your doorstep.

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Escape to Goosedown Lodge, a luxurious one-bedroom retreat in the South West countryside, with your own private hot tub and easy access to Devon's natural beauty. Enjoy an open-plan living space with a woodburner and electric fire, plus a fully-equipped kitchen area for meal preparation. The property also features decking with garden furniture and barbecue overlooking the lake.

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional

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1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Parking available
  • Hot Tub
  • Barbecue grill
  • Kitchen
  • Fireplace
  • Outdoor Space

About this property

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

Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge

Goosedown Lodge is the perfect way to try luxury glamping in the South West countryside, with your very own private hot tub and easy access to the rest of Devon.. 3 steps to entrance.
All on the Ground Floor:
Open plan living space.
Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner
Dining area: Electric Fire
Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher
Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed
Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Decking with garden furniture and barbecue. Hot tub for 4 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children. The property is next to an unfenced lake and has a natural water supply from a borehole. . Goosedown Lodge is a luxurious, one-bedroom retreat overlooking the fishing lakes at Ponsford Ponds on the fringe of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is the ultimate glamping experience with a shower room, bedroom and a spacious open-plan living space, plus there is also a hot tub for private use. The living area has a two-seater sofa, Smart TV, electric fire and a wood burner which makes the property super cosy in the winter. Outside, guests will enjoy private use of their own decked area overlooking the lake with a 4-seater hot tub and a set of table and chairs. The bedroom has a comfortable super kingsize bed which can be setup with twin beds if requested.
Ponsford Ponds offers private fishing at no additional cost, with a ¾-acre pond filled with mirror and common carp up to 10lbs, various silver fish, bream, roach, rudd and perch. An additional specimen pond is available with carp up to 20lb, and is 220 yards away.
The M5 motorway is just a 10-minute drive from the accommodation, the town of Cullompton is a 5-minute drive and the cathedral city of Exeter is 20 minutes. The award-winning North Devon coastline is within an hour’s drive with its golden sandy surfing beaches, and the fascinating Jurassic South Devon coastal beauty spots are within a 30-minute drive. The National Parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor are both within an easy 50-minute drive, showcasing rolling wild green moorlands where you will find breathtaking scenery.
Cullompton is a traditional market town which has a wide range of independent shops, cafés and public houses. Coldharbour Woollen Mill can be found just outside of the town centre, as can the National Trust properties of Killerton and Knightshayes. Other tourist attractions include Diggerland, The Bear Trail and Quad World. The Grand Western Canal, with its famous horse drawn narrowboats and family boat hire, is just 3 miles away, and Tiverton Castle, Bickleigh Mill and the Fisherman’s Cot pub and bridge (said to be the inspiration for ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’) are all within a 15-minute drive. With delightful walks right on your doorstep, Goosedown Lodge is perfect for guests looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of a Devon beauty spot.
Free WiFi

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.
No children or babies allowed.
There is open water in the property grounds.

Property manager

Cottages.com

Languages

English

Property amenities

Pool/Spa

  • Private hot tub
  • Hot tub

Internet

  • Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Onsite parking includes off-street options
  • Onsite parking

Kitchen

  • Refrigerator
  • Microwave
  • Dishwasher
  • Cookware/dishes/utensils

Bedrooms

  • 1 bedroom
  • Bed sheets provided

Bathrooms

  • 1 bathroom
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Barbecue grill
  • Garden
  • Outdoor furniture

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • If you have requests for specific accessibility needs, please contact the property using the information on the reservation confirmation received after booking.
  • 3 stairs to reach property
  • Smoke-free property

Location highlights

  • 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

General

  • Property does not allow children

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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 not allowed

Children and extra beds

This property does not allow children

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

su-UK38395-UK38395

About the neighborhood

Map
Knowle, near Cullompton

What's nearby

  • Diggerland - 7 min drive
  • National Trust Killerton - 11 min drive
  • Devon Railway Centre - 14 min drive
  • University of Exeter - 20 min drive
  • Exeter Cathedral - 21 min drive

Getting around

  • Whimple Station - 16 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 29 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪Pony & Trap - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Halfway House - ‬8 min drive
  • ‪The Bakehouse - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Market House Inn Cullompton - ‬2 min drive
  • ‪The Lamb Inn - ‬11 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge?

Check-out is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge located?

Situated on a river, this cottage is 1.7 mi (2.7 km) from Edenvale Park and within 6 mi (10 km) of Diggerland and Yaraks Birds Of Prey Falconry Centre. Grand Western Canal Country Park and Monsters Mansion are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge Reviews

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 1 out of 1 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 1 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 1 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Nick T., Welwyn Garden City

Liked: Cleanliness
Absolutely beautiful location
Lovely place to stay, peaceful location and everything we needed for a relaxing break. Already recommended it to a couple of friends. Wouldn’t hesitate going back.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2024