Quiet Retreat tucked away close to beach with stunning views of bay/countryside
5.0
Outstanding(38 Reviews)House in Woolacombe
8 guests · 3 bedrooms · 2 baths
Reasons to book
Guests love it hereGuests give this property a top rating
Free cancellationFull refund if you change your mind
Includes essentialsGarden, Kitchen or Kitchenette, Internet / Wifi and more
About this house rental
Saturday to Saturday booking in main 6 weeks of summer holidays,mid July to end of August other dates flexible with minimum of x four nights. Three bedroom chalet bungalow with ample parking for x 2/3 cars in a stunning location between Woolacombe and Mortehoe. Unique ,quiet, tucked in position being only 5 mins from the golden sands of Combesgate and 10 mins from Woolacombe Sands.
A 10 min amble up the hill, takes you to the quaint little coastal village of Mortehoe, hosting a choice of pubs and restaurants, a local shop and post office.
Plenty of alfresco dining, with large patio with beautiful seaviews. A large newly fitted kitchen diner enables one to host family and friends around the table.
Large lounge with bed settee, downstairs bedroom with patio doors links with small loo/shower-room and utility room.
Upstairs is king-sized bed-room and 2nd double bedroom, and large bathroom with Victorian deep bath.
A 10 min amble up the hill, takes you to the quaint little coastal village of Mortehoe, hosting a choice of pubs and restaurants, a local shop and post office.
Plenty of alfresco dining, with large patio with beautiful seaviews. A large newly fitted kitchen diner enables one to host family and friends around the table.
Large lounge with bed settee, downstairs bedroom with patio doors links with small loo/shower-room and utility room.
Upstairs is king-sized bed-room and 2nd double bedroom, and large bathroom with Victorian deep bath.
Amenities
Kitchen or Kitchenette
Internet / Wifi
Fireplace
Parking
Laundry
Balcony or Patio
Dishwasher
TV
Garden
Map of Woolacombe
Reviews
5.0
Outstanding(38 Reviews)5.0
We are from Dresden (Saxony, Germany) and were in Mortehoe (Devon) for 15 days and enjoyed it. The weather is typically English, but the huge sandy beach offers all kinds of opportunities to spend the time even in wind or rain. We can highly recommend the holiday home, for the following reasons.
John our landlord is an absolutely nice guy. He immediately helped us with various problems. Whether pumping up the football, repairing the stroller or other tasks - John was there to help us with words and deeds.
We were very happy to find this holiday home because, in addition to the beautiful location overlooking the bay, it was also well equipped with surfboards and bodyboards, which we could use freely.
There is a small sneak path right next to the entrance down to the beach, so the sea is only a 7 minute walk away.
A highlight for our children was watching the seals directly from land. This place on the Dragonstale Reef can also be reached by foot with children.
5.0
The property is very spacious, well equipped & very comfortable (like home from home). Views from both patio areas are stunning.
Lovely short walk to Woolacombe beach and Mortehoe as well as other coastal paths on the doorstep.
Host Johnny very helpful & friendly.
We had a great, relaxing week & will definitely be looking to return. Thank you.
5.0
We had a good week here. The property is lovely and spacious and the owner very friendly. The weather was terrible but from her you have fabulous views and are located well for some great walks.
5.0
Very friendly host who was there as we arrived. Within walking distance to a number of great beaches and the view was amazing. a slightly darrow road up to the property but we made it in a Volvo xc90. Glad we booked and certsin we will ce coming again. Thank you for a wonderful stay
5.0
To be fair, I didn't really want to leave a review and the owner John is such a great bloke and the house is fabulous.
Location incredible with no passing traffic yet so close to the beach.
House was really relaxing and just a great space to chill with up to date equipment so easy to stay in if theres a rainy day.
Well worth booking - you will not regret it.
5.0
Great located house with a beautiful sea view. 10 mins walk to Barricane Beach and 15 mins to Woolacombe beach.
Plenty of space for our party of 8. Johnny was on hand if needed and really friendly and helpful.
5.0
This is a lovely property with amazing views of Woolacombe Beach. Nice and spacious, everything you need. 15 minute walk to Woolacombe Beach and 5 minute walk to Mortehoe. Johnny was very welcoming and helpful. Thank you for an enjoyable stay.
5.0
What can one say about location? Beach… wow!!… nature… stunning. Perfect place for some amazing walks with seals below you in the water. Must do…. Go to Lundy island !! It’s stunning there. The cottage is perfectly positioned between woolacombe and Mortehoe. Great pubs in Mortehoe… go to the Chichester arms!! Overall a fantastic week with an extremely friendly host. Thanks Jonny. Will definitely go back there
5.0
Lovely spot on the hill. Nothing too fancy and had everything we needed. We had five adults and two kids, and plenty of room. The owner John is a local and is friendly, knowledgable, and helpful. Cracking views, easy walk to the beach, town, coast path, Woolacombe or Morthoe. The access road is narrow and could make some people nervous (e.g. US drivers), but it's Devon, so it's fine. We all enjoyed our stay.
5.0
Our second time at this lovely property and already it begins to feel like a second home. Everything was great. We will return!
John
5.0
We had a 10-day break in Mortehoe primarily to cycle, mountain bike and hike. Wish I had booked a month to enjoy the surrounding areas more. So many hike routes and mountain bike trails.
5.0
John was always on hand to help or just chat.
His home was more than enough for our family, we were four, myself and husband with an adult and teenage daughter.
The room were all large and clean with enough room for at least four more of us.
The location was perfect with breathtaking views, especially in the mornings, sitting on the patio watching the sea and also the green hills behind.
We would stay here again and would recommend to all our friend and family.
Thank you again John for welcoming us and making our stay perfect.
Karen
5.0
Our family of mixed age groups from 11-60+ really enjoyed our stay at this property. Fantastic location, very close to lovely beaches. The property was immaculate on arrival and had everything we needed for a comfortable stay. The views of the bay are incredible. Great host from start to finish- thanks for having us, we will be back!
5.0
We really enjoyed our stay. As a family of five with three teenagers the house was perfect for us. The owner was a pleasure to deal with and the house was spotlessly clean. The house is bigger than it looks in the photos and the views are amazing.
My husband and I spent a couple of hours every morning following the coastal paths admiring the stunning scenery and seal spotting. The afternoons were spent with the teenagers at the various beaches bodyboarding (all a short walk). The sea was clean and an excellent temperature.
Would definitely return to both the location and the property.
5.0
Great secluded property with beautiful views, 5 minutes walk from the beach
Excellent host, great holiday for our family of 5 , my wife and I plus our 3 kids 18, 16, 15 loved it.
Spacious clean house, comfy beads and well supplied kitchen.
Beach fun, surfing and walking just on the door step at the quiet beaches of Combesgate and Gruntas.
Nice couple of good pubs that served food just 10 minutes scenic walk up at Morthoe.
Woolacombe village with shops, pubs and restaurants just 15-20 minutes easy walk along the beautiful seafront.
Easy quick drive you Ilfracombe and the surrounding area.
An added bonus was that our hot water and electricity came from solar power.
If only more holiday property were as forward thinking.
It's a thumbs up from us :-)
5.0
It was flawless from start to finish. Everything you could possibly want immaculate throughout, attentive host and the most wonderful views highly recommended
5.0
Location location location
It was flawless from start to finish. Everything you could possibly want immaculate throughout, attentive host and the most wonderful views highly recommended
5.0
We had a wonderful time at this marvellous house. The owner really goes out of his way to make your stay special. We would highly recommend this property and location. Great hidden footpath for quick access to 2 very close beaches, lovely walks to the rear. Just perfect.
5.0
Perfect spot, great owner.
We had a wonderful time at this marvellous house. The owner really goes out of his way to make your stay special. We would highly recommend this property and location. Great hidden footpath for quick access to 2 very close beaches, lovely walks to the rear. Just perfect.
5.0
great veiws and walks
great veiws and walks from this spacious accommedation
5.0
We had a lovely week at Jonny’s house in Morthoe. The house was a great size, really clean and in a brilliant location. The house is walking distance from Barricade Beach and Woolacombe. But also easy to jump in the car to Woolacombe if you have loads of beach gear!
Our kids who are 8 and 2 loved it and we will definitely visit again,.
Thanks Jonny!!
5.0
Lovely house in a great location with a fantastic host!
We had a lovely week at Jonny’s house in Morthoe. The house was a great size, really clean and in a brilliant location. The house is walking distance from Barricade Beach and Woolacombe. But also easy to jump in the car to Woolacombe if you have loads of beach gear!
Our kids who are 8 and 2 loved it and we will definitely visit again,.
Thanks Jonny!!
5.0
The property is located in a quiet, secluded spot looking down onto Woolacombe beach. It is a 15 minute walk to Woolacombe but close to 2 other beautiful beaches - which suited us fine. The property was well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The views from the top terrace were perfect and a great place to eat breakfast or enjoy an evening G&T! The photos certainly don’t do the property justice and Johnny was a perfect host. Definitely want to revisit.
5.0
A little piece of paradise!
The property is located in a quiet, secluded spot looking down onto Woolacombe beach. It is a 15 minute walk to Woolacombe but close to 2 other beautiful beaches - which suited us fine. The property was well equipped with everything we needed for our stay. The views from the top terrace were perfect and a great place to eat breakfast or enjoy an evening G&T! The photos certainly don’t do the property justice and Johnny was a perfect host. Definitely want to revisit.
5.0
Excellent
We thoroughly enjoyed our stay. The facilities, location, hospitality were all fabulous. We hope to return next year
5.0
A peaceful retreat with great views of Woolacombe beach
We had a fab week at Quarryside. Property has everything you need and is only a short walk to both Woolacombe or Mortehoe, as well as the beach.
Johnny was a great host and a pleasure to meet.
5.0
Excellent location - Combesgate beach 5 minute walk, Woolacombe beach 15, Morthoe village 10 mins. Jonny (host) very helpful and friendly. Property really clean and tidy, and well equipped. Highly recommended.
5.0
Fantastic location to easily walk to the beach at the bottom of the hill or take a longer walk to Woolacombe. The house had everything we needed and John was very helpful with any questions we had. We were also very fortunate to have amazing weather.
5.0
Great Location
Excellent location - Combesgate beach 5 minute walk, Woolacombe beach 15, Morthoe village 10 mins. Jonny (host) very helpful and friendly. Property really clean and tidy, and well equipped. Highly recommended.
5.0
Perfect setting
Fantastic location to easily walk to the beach at the bottom of the hill or take a longer walk to Woolacombe. The house had everything we needed and John was very helpful with any questions we had. We were also very fortunate to have amazing weather.
5.0
Wonderful week at Quarryside. We didn’t know this area but when we left, we knew we had chosen well ( house and location). Fantastic location with amazing view of Woolacombe beach. Short walk to Mortehoe and it’s pubs. Quarryside has everything you need and John is an excellent host. Highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Quiet location, convenient to beaches, spacious accommodation
Wonderful week at Quarryside. We didn’t know this area but when we left, we knew we had chosen well ( house and location). Fantastic location with amazing view of Woolacombe beach. Short walk to Mortehoe and it’s pubs. Quarryside has everything you need and John is an excellent host. Highly recommend staying here.
5.0
Family holiday
Family had a fab time in this house, beautiful views, great location, friendly and helpful host. Got lucky with the weather so made our stay extra special!
5.0
Devon retreat
We had a wonderful week at this property. We are a family of 5, parents and children, but all in their 20's. The house was perfect for our needs and each child had a separate bed due to a pull out bed in the living area, which was easy to access. This is in a great location, 10 minutes to Mortehoe and 10 minutes into Woolacombe on foot. There is a shortcut to Woolacombe which is great. From the property you can walk to the beaches, we walked there and back in our wetsuits for body boarding. John is great giving good information on the surf and places to eat. Great views from the property and a lovely BBQ area, which we used to BBQ breakfast most days. There is also a viewing area up some steep steps which has even better views. We would recommend this property.
5.0
Perfect location. Amazing house. Incredible views.
Saved our Covid summer and converted us to a staycation. John was the perfect host. The house was also perfect and the views have to be seen to be believed, we could have spent hours just looking out over the bay. Agree with a previous reviewer that the photos can't do this justice. Short walk down to a lovely beach with amazing waves and the village close by with a great pub and food options. We will be back. Thank you.
5.0
Great escape perfect location
What a lovely house with a great location to get away from the crowds with views over Woolacombe
5.0
Our stay at Mortehoe
We really enjoyed our stay at Johns place. He was on hand for any info and very friendly. The house is clean, large and perfect if you want to be close to the beach. Its just a short walk away. There are beautiful sea views from the dining table and a look out at the top of the property giving stunning views. Kids absolutely loved it as did the adults. We will definitely be staying again. Very good value for money.
5.0
Great holiday
Good location away from the crowds with plenty of parking space. Lovely view from the patio. Within walking distance of Woolacombe and Mortehoe to beaches and pubs. Friendly and helpful owner on site. Would highly recommend and would return.
5.0
This property is a complete gem!
A great experience staying here a stunning location the photos don’t do the accommodation justice enough! John is lovely, welcoming and helpful would definitely stay again with the family.
5.0
Peaceful location, amazing views.
Location suited us perfectly. It was a short distance away from the town, set into the side of a hill, so it was very scenic and peaceful. The house has a very picturesque view of the sea. It's a 10 minute walk down to the town and beach. 10 minutes walk the other way up the hill takes you to the quaint village of Morthoe, fab village pub there and amazing takeaways, chip shop and also a takeaway next door that does restaurant quality meals but as takeaways.
The owner is local, nearby, very friendly and helpful, and can advise on everything & everywhere local.
We'd definitely go back to this house, we love it. Missing it already.
FAQs
How much does this house cost compared to others in Woolacombe?
The average price for a rental in Woolacombe is $272 per night. This rental is $64 above the average.
Is parking included with this house?
Yes, parking is listed as an amenity at Quiet Retreat tucked away close to beach with stunning views of bay/countryside. For more information, we encourage you to contact the property about where to park.
Is there a pool at this house?
We didn’t find pool listed as an amenity for this house. It may be worth double checking if a pool is important for your stay.
Is Quiet Retreat tucked away close to beach with stunning views of bay/countryside pet friendly?
Unfortunately, this house is not pet-friendly. Try searching again and filter for "Pets Allowed"
What amenities are available at Quiet Retreat tucked away close to beach with stunning views of bay/countryside?
We found 9 amenities for this rental. This includes kitchen or kitchenette, internet / wifi, fireplace, parking, and laundry.
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