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Otter Cottage at West Ashridge

Bideford, near Westward Ho, Devon
Sleeps 2
Bedrooms 1
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Romantic
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Complex
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At a glance

  • Relax and enjoy fabulous countryside views from your cosy holiday retreat
  • Close to the superb sands at Westward Ho! and Northam Burrows Country Park
  • Enjoy picture-postcard walking trails from your doorstep and watch the Alpacas on site
  • Enclosed courtyard with seating area and adjacent paddock for dogs to run off lead
Property code: OC-O29701

Enjoy a romantic getaway with your special someone at this beautifully converted barn sitting in a pretty complex of properties just 2 miles from the market town of Bideford. Sleeping two people in one bedroom and welcoming two furry friends, it''s an ideal accommodation choice for couples dreaming of a dog-friendly seaside base. Enjoy a fun day out with your pups at Westward Ho! Beach, which is known for its safe, shallow waters. In the evening, come home and enjoy a tranquil al fresco dinner in the cottage''s courtyard. After dinner, take your pup to the separate paddock so they can enjoy a run off-lead.

Access this characterful barn through the beautiful French doors, which lead you through to a delightful open-plan lounge/kitchen/dining area that''s bathed in natural light. Settle in the comfortable seating in the lounge, fire up the wood burner on chilly nights and flick on the Smart TV for evening entertainment. During the day, leave the garden doors open to let the fresh air pour inside. Nearby, the well-appointed kitchen boasts all you need to cook up romantic feasts for two - not forgetting a little snack for the dogs! Enjoy your food at the wooden dining table inside or al fresco-style out in the courtyard. At the end of each day retire to the sumptuous king-size bedroom and start the next day with a rejuvenating soak in the opulent, well-equipped shower room. Outside, while away sunny afternoons in the quiet courtyard garden, plan evening tipples here using the outdoor furniture, and let the dogs off the lead in the on-site paddock.

Pack up a picnic and head to Instow Beach (5.5 miles) with your pups. Afterwards, explore the nearby village of Instow, which offers a variety of dog-friendly shops, cafes and pubs. Alternatively, take a romantic stroll along the dog-friendly walking trails in the Torridge Valley (10.5 miles).

  • 1 bedroom – 1 king-size
  • 1 bathroom with shower room and WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment and washing machine
  • Smart TV in lounge and Bluetooth speaker
  • Enclosed courtyard with seating and adjacent paddock for dogs to run off lead
  • Situated within a working farm
  • Private off-road parking for 1 car
  • Beach 5 miles, pub 1 mile, shops 2 miles
  • Complex of 2 properties
  • 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 15 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Liz 7th May 2026

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Beautifully clean and organised accommodation. The enclosed patio was pleasant and had outstanding views.

Reviewed by Yvonne 4th January 2026

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Very comfortable & very well equipped, warm and welcoming. The surrounding scenery is fantastic. Extremely comfortable bed and the power shower is great, water always hot. The Paws Paddock is amazing for dogs to run freely in - very secure and fully enclosed so they couldnt escape!

Reviewed by Anna 28th December 2025

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The llobeley such loo

Reviewed by Lesley 23rd September 2025

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Great cottage, clean and dog field is a godsend. Beaches and towns all nearby. A really cosy place to stay, we had a relaxing week . Thank you x

Reviewed by Chris 17th September 2025

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Absolutely brilliant. Exceptionally beautiful location and the cottage had absolutely everything you could need. Very comfy bed and a gorgeous walk-in shower. The on-site owners were lovely and even lent us a griddle pan so I could cook steak on our anniversary ! Having the dog filed was a wonderful extra and our English Pointer had a wonderful timRead moree in there twice a day. We cannot recommend the cottages at West Ashridge Farm highly enough ! Hide

Reviewed by Pippa 2nd August 2025

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Picture perfect setting for a first class holiday. Every aspect of the accommodation is of the highest order. A true gem, set in the very best of Englands green and pleasant land. The attention to detail in every aspect of the accommodation is clear and provides the perfect foundation for a wonderful holiday.

Reviewed by Duncan 13th July 2025

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Very nice cottage in a good location to get away from it all just be aware of the lanes

Reviewed by David 22nd June 2025

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A lovely little place to stay-very well furnished to a high standard and well equipped, everything you need for your stay. The owners were super friendly and helpful. A beautiful location set in the farm, Otter cottage is lovely and private, and the paws paddock is fantastic for exercising your dog. The location is perfect for visiting the best plaRead moreces on the north Devon/Cornwall coast. Would highly recommend: Clovelly, Tintagel, Westward Ho!, Woolacombe, and the best beach by far (especially with a dog) was Saunton Sands. Overall, a super place to stay to get the best from this lovely part of the world. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 24th May 2025

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Thus is a lovely cottage in a beautiful environment. Peaceful but near enough to beaches that are dog friendly. Can't say enough about this place been twice now. Fully recommend. Thank you

Reviewed by David 13th April 2025

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The cottage had everything you needed and had a fantastic view of the country side would stay here again

Reviewed by Chris 6th April 2025

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Cottage was very clean and comfortable, owners were helpful, the paddock for the dog was great and used a lot. The only downside was the nearly 2 mile single track lane to get to the property, if it had been in any of the reviews we probably wouldnt have booked it as we met several vehicles over the week and had to reverse a lot. The local pub woulRead morednt allow dogs inside the pub so we had to travel further afield to find dog friendly pubs. Overall we had a good week and the weather was great. Hide

Reviewed by Craig 30th March 2025

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Loved this cottage peaceful warm so comfy best bed ever. Great paddock for dog beach just down the road lots of good dog walks.

Reviewed by Nicola 6th October 2024

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A beautiful cosy cottage, clean and well equipped in a great location for surrounding towns and beaches. Fabulous views across the landscape and alpaca and goats in the adjacent field. The enclosed garden complete with patio set was fantastic for our dog as was the on-site HUGE fully enclosed paws paddock which was great for his morning and eveninRead moreg runs. Lots of parking. Hosts were so welcoming and allowed us to feed their pet alpaca, goats and chickens. Hide

Reviewed by Helen 29th September 2024

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Lovely

Reviewed by Janice 22nd September 2024

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Absolutely stunning location Hosts were lovely and most helpful We also got to feed the Alpacas

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