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Monks Cottage

Heanton, near Braunton, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 1
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
3 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Idyllic thatched roof cottage full of character in a quiet location
  • Beautiful exposed oak ceiling beams throughout
  • Feature inglenook fireplace with electric-effect wood burner perfect for cosy evenings

Overview
Property code: OC-MONKS

This charming three-bedroom cottage is situated on the outskirts of Braunton, North Devon. Perfect for a small family and two hounds, it’s the ideal base for exploring the beach, dunes, and grassland at Braunton Burrows.

Exposed beams, whitewashed walls, and colourful furnishings extend a cheerful welcome to this holiday home. After a day exploring the stunning Devon coastline, mind your head in the low-ceilinged lounge with its plump sofas and huge inglenook fireplace. It’s the perfect place for you and your canine companion to relax. When it comes to dinner, a farmhouse-style kitchen has every appliance you’ll need to rustle up a meal, and happily it overlooks the dining room so there’s plenty of room for your pup to roam while you feast at the ebony table. There’s also a bathroom on this floor. Upstairs, soothing tones and ambient lighting create a tranquil atmosphere and you’ll be sure of a good night’s sleep. In the morning, your dog can stretch his legs in the enclosed garden while you sit at the patio table and plan your day’s agenda.

The vibrant village of Braunton is 1 mile away and is packed full of independent shops, restaurants, and dog-friendly pubs. After exploring the village, get tails wagging at Braunton Burrows (3 miles). A UNESCO Designated Biosphere Reserve, Fido can scamper across the shore at Saunton Sands then clip on a lead and explore the surrounding dunes. Alternatively, pick up the Tarka Trail in Braunton and enjoy an adventurous walk across moors, woods, and fields toward the seaside resort of Ilfracombe (10 miles).

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 double, 2 twins – third twin bedroom accessed through the second twin bedroom
  • 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower cubicle and WC with a low ceiling
  • 1 additional en-suite WC
  • Gas cooker, fridge, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
  • Highchair and travel cot available
  • Night storage heaters and gas central heating
  • TV with Freeview
  • Please bring your own beach towels
  • Enclosed courtyard garden with lawn
  • Private parking available at church car park less than 0.1 miles away
  • Beach 4 miles, pub less than 1 mile, shop 1 mile
  • Low ceilings throughout
  • Steep internal stairs
  • Please note, that whilst there are 6 beds, this property can only accommodate 4 guests – only two of the four singles will be made up
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Tania Robinson

This property is personally managed by Tania.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 8 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Kathryn 27th October 2025

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Well equipped and attractive character cottage in a quiet location. Two telephone engineers and a new modem arrived during our stay. After that the internet worked very well. We weren't much troubled by low ceilings or doorways. There was only one doorway where I (at 5ft 6in) had to be a bit cautious! Other reviewers have exaggerated the problems, Read moreI feel! Instructions for some of the equipment could have been clearer, but in a wet week in October we were glad that the electric woodburner was operable without difficulty and we could snuggle up on the sofa to watch the large tv! Easy to get out to Braunton, Barnstaple, Saunton, Bideford, Woolacombe, Ilfracombe and environs by car, with Braunton (for public transport) and a pub within walking distance. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 31st August 2025

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Lovely traditional and characterful thatched cottage. Tonnes of traditional features, slightly spoilt with modern add-ons in every room but necessary I guess due to lodging regulations. If you are over 5ft 4in you will be bending down throughout the cottage. Stays both warm and cool due to layout, walls and roof - a charming feature. Sited in aRead more quiet little village, set on top of a hill near a lovely church. Provides a great base to venture out from. 15 - 20 mins car trips to get to Woolacombe, Ilfracombe, Barnstaple. Car / walking distance to Braunton. 30 mins to Bideford. Some lovely local walks for all, including dogs, as long as you don't mind hills. Great local pub 12 mins walk away at Williams Arms. Hide

Reviewed by Natalie 23rd June 2025

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This was a last minute booking so I should have done my homework. Lovely cottage but it's not suitable for anyone over 5ft 2 . We were constantly stooping through doorways and had to crouch in the shower to get wet. I would not recommend to anyone with children under 7 or anyone with mobility issues.

Reviewed by Keith 12th May 2025

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Cosy and very old. We loved our stay, though you have to learn to walk around bent double to avoid banging your head in the doorways. A place we'd enjoy returning to!

Reviewed by Richard 21st April 2025

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Reviewed by Inge 3rd November 2024

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We had a lovely week staying at Monks cottage. It's located in a quiet area but still close enough to shops,pub and restaurants. The garden was an added bonus which our dogs loved and looked well cared for. The downside was the very slow WIFI, no reception on phones inside either. The ceilings are very low and we did bang our heads a few times. ClRead moreattering up the stairs with the hoover was very challenging as steps very uneven and low doorways. Only had to do it once though so all good. Would recommend if you can live without proper WIFI and are the size of a hobbit. Hide

Reviewed by Angela 16th September 2024

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The cottage could do with some TLC. Mirrors left on windowsills with sun reflection these can cause fires, not good with a thatched roof.

Reviewed by Karen 14th July 2024

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Quirky cottage in a fairly isolated location. The local pub, the Williams Arms, was very good but walk is down/up very steep hill on narrow road with no pavement. Cottage has good facilities, except wifi. There is a router but still the signal is very weak. There is a tiny tv which has Netflix but the signal wasn't strong enough to actually launch Read moreNetflix. Heating is storage heaters so very little control, 2 of the bedrooms were incredibly hot! Hide

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Canine Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.