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Swallows Return

Clovelly (3.7mls SE), Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 3
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Romantic
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Pretty cottage set on the edge of a sweet village surrounded by rolling countryside
  • The local village boasts a gastropub/restaurant, shop/post office and fish and chip shop
  • Explore the rugged coastline along the South West Coast Path or visit local attractions such as the famous cobbled streets of Clovelly, RHS Rosemoor Gardens or Dartington Crystal
Property code: 83300

This cosy and comfortable semi-detached cottage situated in a pretty Devonshire village is a great base from which to enjoy the North Devon coast.

Devon is the perfect destination for family holidays with your four-pawed sidekicks by your heel. With miles of golden sands, crystal clear oceans and dramatic countryside close to home, fill your days with strolls, sandcastle building and stick chasing galore. Tucked a mile outside of Woolsery, head into the village where a welcoming community offers a delicious gastropub and a fish and chip shop.

Behind the shared front garden, the gate leads you inside this home-from-home where exposed beams and a wood burner create a welcoming ambience. Step up and inside and first things first, find a hiding place for your pup’s treat jar in the kitchen/diner which has a subtle country feel. Take a mug of tea through to the lounge where you can choose between the window seat or the comfortable sofa, and settle in front of the Smart TV, moving only to stroke your pup. Turn the space into a cosy haven by lighting the wood burner and spend a quiet night watching the flickering flames. Outside, the enclosed garden is a haven for birdlife, so take a tipple outside and enjoy al fresco drinks with your eyes peeled as those with wagging tails sniff new scents safely. A pair of charming bedrooms reside up a flight of steep stairs and one is treated to a TV for the perfect lazy morning.

After wandering the local village, venture further afield and take to the South West Coast Path- a treat for pups and owners with breathtaking views and fantastic stick chasing spots. Begin 5 miles away on the cobbled streets of Clovelly before hiking to Hartland (7 miles) where dramatic landscapes, rugged cliffs and the tumbling falls of Speke’s Mill Mouth await. Cross the border into Cornwall and visit the dog-friendly sands at Duckpool Beach (15 miles) for a day filled with sand and sea.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 double and 1 single with an extra pull-out single bed
  • 1 bathroom with electric shower over bath and WC
  • Electric oven, hob, microwave, washing machine, dishwasher and fridge/freezer
  • Travel cot and high chair available
  • Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)
  • Smart TV with Sky Q in the lounge and TV with Sky Q in double bedroom
  • Enclosed rear garden with garden furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Ample off-road parking
  • Beach 2 miles, shop and pub/restaurant 1.3 miles
  • Sleeps 3 + 1
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 3 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Alice Holt

This property is personally managed by Alice.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 28 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Steve 26th October 2024

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This is the best place we have stayed in a long time and I would certainly recommend it to everyone. It was like a home from home and so peaceful and tranquil and very dog friendly. I cannot fault it.

Reviewed by Linda 21st October 2024

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Excellent cottage and really well equipped. A very relaxing place.

Reviewed by Pamela 7th September 2024

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Reviewed by Richard 24th August 2024

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The cottage was a amazing and in a great location

Reviewed by Martin 10th August 2024

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Loved it. Its remote which suited us fine so much to do our two weeks shot by felt rejuvenated. Our children, 8 and 9 had such a wonderful stay there. I for obe, felt sad leaving

Reviewed by Michael 29th June 2024

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Reviewed by Jen 22nd June 2024

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Lovely comfortable property in a lovely location. We enjoyed a very relaxing stay and Yvonne was very welcoming. Would recommend the property and very suitable for those with dogs.

Reviewed by Carol 15th June 2024

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A lovely well equipped cottage which could maybe do with a bit of an update but it was comfortable and perfect for the dogs.

Reviewed by Francis 1st June 2024

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Reviewed by Cheryl 18th May 2024

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We really enjoyed our stay in Swallows Return. it has been an ideal cottage to stay in with our three Westies. Being on the edge of a village and down country lanes, it was very quiet and peaceful. The only real traffic was linked to the farm opposite. The cottage is very well equipped and comfortable. Our dogs were very safe in the enclosed gardenRead more and enjoyed running around the local woods. The village has a shop, pub and an excellent fish and chip shop. We are thinking of booking another week. Hide

Reviewed by Ciaran 11th May 2024

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We had an absolutely lovely stay at Swallows Return - it had everything we needed and more. Our puppy loved the garden, and we felt like she was really safe, she didn't even nearly manage to escape (and not for lack of trying!) The location is great for the sea but it also feels really quiet, which is exactly what we wanted. The owners were really Read morehelpful and the bed was very comfy - we are already looking forward to our next visit in the future :) Hide

Reviewed by Natasha 29th March 2024

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A very rural small semi-detached house which is very well equipped and a bonus with a log burner. Central heating and shower was comfortable and ample for the Early Spring Season. Great little safe and enclosed garden for the dog. The beds were really comfy and it was silent at night, no street lights, lovely. Don't go down the B roads as lots of lRead morearge pot holes. Perfect for exploring this area of North Devon. A shopping complex 6 miles away with supermarket within easy reach. Private parking. Hide

Reviewed by Susie 28th October 2023

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The cottage was very comfortable, the owner very thoughtfully left dog towels and treats and there was everything anyone would need.

Reviewed by Yvonne 21st October 2023

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Reviewed by Jennifer 16th September 2023

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Reviewed by Steven 2nd September 2023

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Swallows Return is a lovely cottage in a very rural setting. It is exceptionally well equipped with everything you need for a self catering holiday. The garden is nice and secure, even our nosy spaniel couldn't find a way out!! The surrounding country side is beautiful and the village of Woolsery is just five minutes away with a great shop and exceRead morellent fish and chip shop. There is also a very good pub. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 29th July 2023

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A 5* cottage with absolutely everything your heart could desire! Took 2 dogs and they had the best time. Loved the location. Visited Westward Ho Beach by the North Devon Surf Club and Sandymouth Beach. Both ace beaches for dogs. Look for Harding M D when using Google maps to find cottage. Would love to stay again in the future. Thank you, Yvonne.

Reviewed by Sandy 22nd July 2023

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This cottage is down some very narrow lanes, opposite a farm, its well equipped and comfortable everyone slept so well, garden perfect for dogs, slight damp smell in lounge, but overall a lovely little place.

Reviewed by Helen 15th July 2023

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It was extremely clean and very well equipped, especially the kitchen. Everything there that we could possibly need during our stay - like home from home. We chose this cottage because it has an enclosed garden - perfect for us with our dog. Able to park our car just around the corner in an area off the road, after we had unloaded our things at theRead more front gate. Hide

Reviewed by Kevin 1st July 2023

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Reviewed by Jan 24th June 2023

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The cottage is well set up for your stay. Garden is a perfect retreat for you and your dogs. Be aware that the surroundng roads are very narrow but we didn't experience any problems as the traffic flow was light. Initially we struggled to find the property but found putting in Stroxworthy helped. The garden was useful for the dogs as we found we diRead moredn't want to walk the dogs on the narrow lanes. However, locally Bucks Mills provides an ideal parking spot for exploring. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 3rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Peter 13th May 2023

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Reviewed by Pauline 22nd April 2023

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Reviewed by Sarah 11th April 2023

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Reviewed by Clare 7th April 2023

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My family and I (2 adults, 2 children) enjoyed a fabulous weekend at Swallows Return. The cottage is very well equipped and has everything you need. It is very cosy and nicely presented, and we instantly felt at home there. We loved the location, it felt very peaceful and remote, the roads were super quiet, but it was within easy reach of lots of gRead morereat local attractions and the coast. Would very much recommend. Hide

Reviewed by Christine 25th February 2023

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A quiet cottage with safe enclosed garden for the dogs. Warm and cosy especially with the wood burner. Lots of equipment in the kitchen and the bed was comfy. Thank you for the human and doggy treats on arrival, appreciated by all.

Reviewed by Colin 28th December 2022

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Very comfortable little cottage and great to have a welcoming drink and snack from the owners! Although the cottage is in a small development next to the cheese farm, we found a path to walk the dog where there were also fields that she could be let loose. The village of Woolsery is a mile away, nice pub and shop and very close to some great coastaRead morel places in Devon and Cornwall. Hide

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