Guests say
Scottie's Retreat is a cosy, well-equipped cottage in a peaceful location, ideal for exploring North Devon. Guests consistently praise its cleanliness, comfort, and quiet surroundings, with many returning for repeat stays. The property offers excellent kitchen facilities, a comfortable conservatory, and thoughtful touches such as books and DVDs. While a few minor maintenance issues and some clutter are mentioned, the overall experience is highly positive, making it a popular choice for couples, families, and dog owners alike.
Multiple reviews highlight the property as very clean, with particular praise for fresh linens, fluffy towels, and overall tidiness. Only one review notes some garden maintenance needed, but interior cleanliness is consistently rated highly.
Guests appreciate the quiet, peaceful setting with easy access to local attractions, beaches, and walking trails. The location is described as convenient for exploring North Devon, though a few mention the need for a car for supplies.
The cottage is frequently described as cosy, warm, and comfortable, with good beds and a welcoming atmosphere. The conservatory and soft towels are also noted as highlights, contributing to a relaxing stay.
The property is well-equipped with a modern bathroom, full kitchen, washing machine, books, DVDs, and WiFi. Some mention of clutter and minor maintenance issues (garden, flagstones, dining table) but overall facilities are praised.
Guests mention thoughtful touches such as toiletries, books, DVDs, and kitchen essentials. While some reviews note the presence of these extras, please note that such gifts or amenities are not guaranteed for every stay.
About this property
This is the ideal location for exploring this beautiful area, with sandy beaches and the Tarka Trail there is so much to discover.. All on the
Ground Floor:
Living room: Smart TV, DVD Player, Gas Fire
Kitchen: Electric Oven, Gas Hob, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Washing Machine
Conservatory: Electric Fire
Bedroom 1: Double (4ft 6in) Bed
Bedroom 2: Single (3ft) Bed
Shower Room: Cubicle Shower, Toilet, Shower Seat.
Gas central heating, gas, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Telephone (at cost). Garden with garden furniture. Landscaped grounds (shared with other properties on-site). Private parking for 1 car, 70 yards away. No smoking. Please note: No children under 12 years old, except babes in arms.. Located on the outskirts of Braunton and Chivenor, Scottie’s Retreat is a well presented, semi-detached bungalow that sits on the edge of a private estate, with parking 70 yards from the property, and beautiful views from the side and rear over the neighbouring fields. This is the ideal place to use as a comfortable base whilst exploring all this sought-after area of Devon has to offer, with fantastic beaches, dramatic coastline and a bustling village all on the doorstep.
Being near the centre of Braunton, said to be the largest village in England, all the shops, restaurants and pubs are all within walking distance. Braunton is the gateway to some of North Devon’s finest beaches, including Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe. Here you can enjoy the sandy beaches, to either top up your tan or learn to surf at one of the many surf schools in the area. Close by are the Braunton Burrows sand dunes which is designated a Site Special Scientific Interest.
There is plenty to do for all ages in the area, making this an ideal all year round destination. Take time to visit Clovelly, the lighthouse and quay at Hartland, the Big Sheep and Milky Way Amusement Parks, RHS Rosemoor at Torrington, or go cycling on the Tarka Trail or crabbing at Appledore quay. The regional town of Barnstaple has plenty of good shops and restaurants, the pannier market and Butcher’s Row are well worth a visit. For those wanting to travel a bit further, Dartmoor and Exmoor are both within reach, as well as North Cornwall. Beach 4 miles. Bus stop 100yds, Shop 200 yards, pub and restaurant 800 yards (pavement & street lighting full distance), Tesco superstore 1.5 miles.
Free WiFi
No children under 12 years old.
Babies in arms allowed.
Barbed wire fence at side of the property. Telephone available with all calls charged at a cost.
Suitable for up to 1 pet
Nearby points of interest
- Saunton Sands
- Putsborough Beach
- Woolacombe Beach
- Clovelly Village
Reviews (26)
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Harrie van Leeuwen
A lovely cottage and well equiped. It's a excellent startingpoint for visiting North Devon.And on walking distance (15-20min.) from two good pubs.
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Heather Blackman
We enjoyed our stay at Scottie's Retreat, it was ideally suited for touring the North Devon coast. It was clean, well equipped & Comfortable . The local filling station/shop was closed, possibly for upgrade? So a car or bus journey was needed for any supplies. This wasn't a major issue as there are 2 large supermarkets within a short distance at Braunton or at Barnstaple.
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Confirmed Guest
A lovely location, very quite and peaceful. Everything on hand, DVD's, CD's Books and every else one could need if forgotten to bring.Nice to see open grassland to the rear and a location with easy access to all local attractions etc.Would thoroughly recommend.