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Ralphy's Retreats

Woolacombe, Devon
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Romantic
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Delightful 18th-century cottage set in a quiet village near North Devon’s best beaches and towns
  • Unwind beside the wood burner on chilly nights, or out in the sun-soaked garden on balmy evenings
  • Perfectly located for discovering local walking trails, golden beaches, and North Devon attractions
Property code: OC-R29627

Huge runs on Devon''s gorgeous beaches will delight your canine besties when you stay at this charming seaside cottage. And after your adventures, there''s even a warm dog shower in the enclosed garden to clean sandy paws. Inside, the three bedrooms are ideal for families or friends looking for a relaxing stay in a beautifully decorated holiday retreat.

The cottage, which dates back to the 1700s, offers a delightful mix of period features and modern amenities, including exposed beams and deep-set windows. In the elegant kitchen/diner, there''s plenty of room to pop canine food bowls on the floor, with a farmhouse-style table for human meals. The kitchen itself has been carefully designed with plenty of storage to make holiday food prep easy. Head down a short flight of stairs to the charming lounge, where you can gather around the wood burner and Smart TV as your furry friends take 40 winks. Settle them in bed at night and head to the first floor, where you''ll find the three bedrooms: a king-size with an en-suite shower room, a double, and a twin, plus a family bathroom. Do note that there are areas of low, sloping ceilings in some of the upstairs rooms. Step outdoors and enjoy a sundowner or a BBQ in the garden as your hairy hounds run around.

The cottage sits in the heart of the pretty village of West Down, where you can enjoy strolls around its cobbled paths and convivial evenings in the dog-friendly pub. The coast is less than 6 miles away, with four gorgeous beaches at Woolacombe - most areas of which welcome mutts all year round. The vibrant town of Ilfracombe is just 4 miles away, where you''ll find more beaches to run on, as well as pubs, shops and restaurants that welcome four-pawed pals.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 double, 1 twin
  • 2 bathrooms – 1 en-suite shower room with WC, 1 family bathroom with bath, walk-in shower and WC
  • Electric oven/hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine
  • Travel cot, highchair and bed guard available on request
  • Wood burner – first basket of logs provided
  • Wall-mounted Smart TV in the lounge, Smart TV in the master bedroom
  • Enclosed private garden with patio furniture, a charcoal BBQ and an outside heated dog tap
  • Private parking for 1 car and free village car park if required
  • Shop and pub 100 metres, beach 4 miles
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Hannah Chapman

This property is personally managed by Hannah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 10 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Jeremy 21st May 2025

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Beautiful, homely comfortable quality cottage. High quality appliances, equipment, everything needed to prepare a meal in comfort. Very dog friendly. Close to main places of interest. Welcome hamper was well received. Highly recommend and would definitely return. Very lucky with weather. Thank you for sharing your lovely holiday home :)

Reviewed by John 17th May 2025

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This cottage is in an excellent location in a lovely village, beautifully presented, in immaculate condition and exceptionally equipped. Plus its close to the village shop and pub. We had a wounderful stay.

Reviewed by Josie 29th April 2025

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We had a fantastic stay at Ralphy's Retreat. The cottage was beautifully decorated, so comfortable and clean. Really well equipped. A couple of steps away from the local pub which was also great. Would definitely recommend. We had a brilliant time!

Reviewed by Philip 30th March 2025

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Ralphys retreat was tastefully and stylishly furnished. Very comfortable and cosy, we loved it

Reviewed by Sharon 15th March 2025

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We had a very enjoyable week at Ralphys Retreat which is situated in a lovely village. The cottage was very clean, well equipped and very comfortable. Off street parking for one vehicle which is enclosed by double gates. The welcome pack on arrival was brilliant, lots of treats. Ideal location with beaches only a short drive away and there is aRead more lovely pub a few steps away from the cottage owned by a very nice couple who make you very welcome and serve delicious food. We enjoyed it so much that we will definitely stay there again. Hide

Reviewed by Kay 24th February 2025

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Amazing welcome basket. Great information file. Well equipped Lovely and cosy

Reviewed by Marsha 31st October 2024

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We had a fantastic time at Ralphys Retreat. The property was very well equipped, clean and had some lovely seasonal decorations such as an autumn themed welcome mat and autumn cushions. The beds are very comfortable with plenty of pillows. The kitchen was very well equipped. There is a stair gate at the top of the stairs to stop the dog going up whRead moreich was great as we could relax knowing he was contained. Theres is a lovely local shop a short walk away and a great pub 2 doors down. The pub was very welcoming and has a pool table. It does takeaway fish n chips on a Tuesday. We had a perfect stay and will definitely be returning. Hide

Reviewed by Rachael 28th September 2024

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This is a super cottage, well equipped and comfortable. Great location to explore the area. Look forward to returning in the future.

Reviewed by Susan 22nd September 2024

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A beautifully renovated cottage in a very friendly village, a short drive from stunning beaches. The owners have thought of absolutely everything including lovely touches for dog owners. We would have no hesitation in recommending this cottage and give it five stars!

Reviewed by Maria 4th August 2024

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Lovely holiday house in an excellent location. Home from home everything needed was provided and beyond. We had a lovely stay and would definitely stay again.

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