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The Smithy

Croyde, Devon
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Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Family friendly
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • A traditional and characterful cottage surrounded by wildlife and nature
  • Enjoy a coastal holiday in a charming village with a picture-perfect sandy beach
  • Cuddle up on the sofa in front of the fire after a day of hiking along one of the coastal trails

Property code: OC-SMITHC

This cosy stone cottage (Grade II listed) boasts stylish interiors with original features and more than a dash of quirky in Croyde. Escape with family or friends plus up to two VIPs (very important pooches) for a holiday to remember at this two-bed North Devon home from home. Let the past speak to you in the beamed and stone-walled lounge/diner or just take your best furry buddies for a bracing walk on Croyde Beach within 1 mile (do check seasonal restrictions). Sit and watch the surfers together while you contemplate the meaning of life.

The open-plan lounge/diner is a stunning space, with a bright and airy feel, whitewashed stone, beams in the low ceiling as well as an historic oven in the wall along with an up-to-date wood burner. At one end, the dining table easily seats four for meals cooked up by the chef du jour in the adjacent kitchen which is modern and well-equipped. Rather brilliantly, the original well is in here and has a round glass cover and is exactly where you’ll stand to wash up! Upstairs, the sleeping quarters comprise one king-size bedroom (can be a twin upon request) and one double bedroom with one additional high bunk for a child. Both feature beams and stylish, neutral decor for a good night’s sleep. Outside there’s a private, paved courtyard.

Explore the independent shops, surf gear and places to eat in this charming village, besides the gorgeous beach. There’s a pub within 200 metres for nights you can’t be bothered to cook and to burn that off the next day, the South West Coast Path is joined in either direction within 1 mile. Doggy heaven! You’re also within the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty here, so there’s plenty of footpaths and places to discover.

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 king-size (with zip and link beds which can be converted into twins on request), 1 double with an additional high bunk bed which sleeps 1 child
  • Bathrooms - 1 with shower over the bath and WC
  • Electric cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, coffee machine and washer/dryer
  • Wood burner
  • Electric heaters
  • TV
  • Paved courtyard with garden furniture
  • Private parking for 1 car
  • Beach 0.5 miles, pub and shop less than 0.5 miles
  • Raised bunk bed only suitable for children
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Julie Marwood-Jones

This property is personally managed by Julie.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 19 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Lynette 3rd January 2025

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Lovely cottage and great location. Some kindling and paper for the log burner would have been great.

Reviewed by Amy 29th December 2024

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A cosy home from home cottage set in a wonderful location. A small walk to Croyde Bay and an even smaller walk to the lush Thatch Pub. We have had the most relaxing Christmas at the Smithy. Kitchen was fully equipped with good quality utensils. Everything was that you needed which made our even more enjoyable. Highly recommended

Reviewed by Beccy 30th November 2024

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Smithy cottage was lovely! Weve been to Croyde many times before so we knew the area well, the cottage was super clean and very cosy with the log fire. As others have said in the reviews, the shower isnt great but its hot and clean! The courtyard is nice but it does open straight onto the road so if you have a dog then this is something to be awareRead more of, the kitchen is really well equipped with milk left in the fridge for us along with coffee and tea and lovely biscuits. A great little cottage in a fab location Hide

Reviewed by Louise 26th November 2024

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Reviewed by Poppy 13th October 2024

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Pleasant stay at Smithy - a house full of character be it a bit dark for us in the day in the lounge but the gorgeous log burner made up for that in the evenings Well equipped kitchen and great to have some biscuits and milk and tea n coffee stuff left. Beautiful crisp white bed linen and property felt clean Not a great shower in bathroom as Read moreothers have said as water pressure poor but not an issue as chose to use the bath instead. Location amazing in spitting distance of The Thatch and brilliant to have a parking space at the back of the property. Hide

Reviewed by Lynne 1st October 2024

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Lovely cottage and the owners have done a great job of making their guests feel welcome. Extremely well equipped with a lot of thought put in. Had a great stay.

Reviewed by Steve 13th September 2024

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Great location - a bit dark inside - probably due to it raining every day!

Reviewed by Helen 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Karen 6th July 2024

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The cottage is in a great location in Croyde with easy access to the restaurants and beach.

Reviewed by Claudio 17th June 2024

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Reviewed by Jed 22nd March 2024

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Small but adequate cottage in the beautiful village of Croyde, be mindful of the busy road as you walk straight out from the property.

Reviewed by Vanessa 29th January 2024

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The Smithy is a cute, quirky ( the well in the kitchen, ovens in the fireplace etc.) cottage in Croyde village, excellently positioned close to the local pub, The Thatch (lovely place to eat and drink.) and to the beach. There is a parking space behind the cottage, which is a bonus. There is a little courtyard and gated area so you can sit outside Read morebut as we came at the coldest and stormiest part of Jan, we were not able to use it, instead, we stayed cosy indoors watching tv. Hide

Reviewed by Kate 7th October 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 17th September 2023

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Reviewed by Nicholas 11th August 2023

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Reviewed by Andrew 23rd June 2023

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Reviewed by Colin 26th May 2023

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The cottage was beautifully presented inside and bed was very comfortable. Situated in an excellent location and would like to visit again. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by Julie 12th May 2023

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Disappointed that the washer was not also a dryer as it was stated but we did find a clothes horse upstairs to dry out clothes. The washing machine was also the only manual which was not inside the property manual! The shower was also very temperamental bring very hot then cold, being hot to the point you could not stand under it.

Reviewed by Shona 14th April 2023

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Lovely cosy cottage in the centre of Croyde, handy for pubs and short walk to beach. Relaxing stay, thank you!

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