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Bucks Mills beach
Bucks Mills
Clovelly on the North Devon coast
Cobbled streets of Clovelly
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32 / 35  Bucks Mills beach
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34 / 35  Clovelly on the North Devon coast
35 / 35  Cobbled streets of Clovelly

Old School House Bucks

Bucks Mills (1ml W), Devon
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Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 2
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 1
4 star
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Shop nearby
Beach within easy reach
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Charming, rural detached house with beautiful original features including an inglenook fireplace with cosy wood burner plus a mature, pretty cottage garden perfect for tuning in with nature
  • Within walking distance of Bucks Mills village and beach and a two-minute stroll from the South West Coastal Path which provides stunning sea views
  • Attractions nearby include the famous cobbled streets of Clovelly, The Milky Way adventure park, RHS Garden Rosemoor, fishing village of Appledore and sandy beaches of Instow and Westward Ho!
Property code: OLDSB

A period property which has enjoyed a contemporary and stylish makeover ensuring a elegant and comfortable retreat. This cottage is just the place if you are holidaying with your dog, with woodland walks right at your doorstep. Situated in the seaside hamlet of Bucks Mills, you will find yourself just a few hundred metres from the South West Coast Path where you can enjoy walks west to Clovelly or north to Westward Ho! beach.

An absolutely gorgeous property, this former schoolhouse offers many well-maintained original features which, along with the classically muted colour scheme, lend the whole property an elegant sense of style. However, this is not a fussy place to stay and the open-plan lounge/diner is a relaxing space where you can simply get on with spending time together and enjoying one another’s company. Outside, the gardens are spacious enough for children and your dog to run around, though do be aware that although the property is gated it is not entirely secure so please do keep an eye out.

Bucks Mills is a quiet kind of place located on Devon’s Atlantic coast with a steep path leading from the hamlet itself down to the picturesque and natural beach, where you can explore rock pools and take in some simply fabulous sunsets. Continuing around the coast, 5 miles to the west, the traffic-free village of Clovelly is a working fishing village boasting a range of interesting attractions including a museum, tearooms, and a small dog-friendly beach. A much larger beach can be found in Westward Ho! 9 miles away, which welcomes dogs along the whole beach in the low season and has a designated dog-friendly section during the summer.

  • 3 bedrooms : 1 king size, 2 twins (1 with a zip and link bed which can be made into a super king-size on request at time of booking) 
  • 1 bathroom with shower over bath and 1 ensuite with walk in shower
  • W/C on ground floor
  • Electric oven and gas hob, fridge, dishwasher and microwave
  • Utility area with fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Smart TV/DVD
  • Wood burner with first basket of logs provided
  • Wi-Fi included
  • Boot room for walking boots and surf boards
  • Gated but not totally enclosed lawn with garden furniture and Charcoal BBQ
  • Ample off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Beach 0.9 miles, Post Office/stores within walking distance, pub 2 miles
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 1 dog allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £250 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £30. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Carly Hookway

This property is personally managed by Carly.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 24 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Andrew 2nd April 2024

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Great mattresses, very comfortable

Reviewed by Joanne 26th March 2024

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Lovely spacious property, 6 adults but didn't feel cramped. The beds were super comfy. Kitchen well equipped. Table tennis table was a great addition, when weather permitted. Garden was lovely but did present problems to our very busy spaniel, who loved the interesting smells. This was mentioned in the ad, but I gave up letting her have free rein, Read moreas she found her way onto the road as there is no gate on the pedestrian entrance to the property. Beautiful setting, albeit slightly remote. Hide

Reviewed by Charlotte 21st October 2023

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We loved The Old School House and can see why so many people come back! Spacious, comfortable and really nicely furnished we wanted for nothing. A little problem with the underfloor heating not working was fixed during our stay; and then we were lovely and warm. Lovely garden and we enjoyed table tennis too! Bucks Mills is placed wonderfully close Read moreto the coast and can easily access Clovelly, Hartland, Westward Ho!, Appledore, Instow, Sanymouth Bay, Bideford and more! Loved and hope to come back. Hide

Reviewed by John 18th September 2023

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Our first stay at this almost perfect holiday retreat, comfortable, warm and welcoming. Everything for a relaxing tIme with old friends. The secluded garden is good for a well behaved dog to roam in, with a few surprises hidden away in quiet corners. Superb access to coast path, North Devon, Exmoor and Cornwall. Local Asda and Aldi only a few milesRead more down the road and plenty of good places to eat out. Slightly tricky turn to access parking but would definitely recommend a stay vacation. Hide

Reviewed by David Ian 9th September 2023

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Peaceful, restful and incredibly beautiful. The Old School House is a perfect place to stay, immaculate and well stocked it as some added bonuses which made our stay extra special and fun!

Reviewed by Vince 29th July 2023

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Reviewed by Karen 15th July 2023

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Lovely cottage with everything you could need. Very quiet situation with a beautiful garden, perfect for enjoying a glass of something chilled as the sun goes down.

Reviewed by Richard 1st July 2023

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We love the old school house, this was our fourth time there. The surroundings and the animals complete the stay.The updates to the house are excellent and can't fault it.We will be back again bring on the hot tub.

Reviewed by Vicky 24th June 2023

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Reviewed by jacqui 17th June 2023

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Beautiful school house in secluded spot and great proximity to everywhere

Reviewed by Martin 20th May 2023

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Great cottage , lovely size and fantastic location.

Reviewed by Pratibha 5th May 2023

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Loved every bit of the property! Will be back!

Reviewed by Lesley 24th September 2022

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Reviewed by Mike 3rd September 2022

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We have stayed 3 times and will stay again

Reviewed by Mark 20th August 2022

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A lovely cottage, well equipped, beautifully decorated and in a great location! We would highly recommend to families as a tranquil getaway!

Reviewed by Nicola 30th July 2022

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A beautiful spot, quiet and secluded but within driving distance of lots of beaches and restaurants. The post office has everything you need and more! House is so well equipped and spacious. Garden was beautiful and the ping pong was a fantastic feature. Great dog walk just up the hill from the cottage. There was no hosepipe to rinse him off after Read morea day at the beach so I would recommend taking something with you to clean your dog if you take one. Would recommend the cottage! Thank you. Hide

Reviewed by Joanne 23rd July 2022

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A lovely sized cottage for 6 people with plenty of space to spread out and join together comfortably in the living room. Nicely furnished with comfy beds and the bonus of having 2 fridges too. Lots to do in the way of games and table tennis was a real bonus. We loved watching the colourful birds feed right outside the window. A great place for a peRead moreaceful holiday with a variety of things to do from walks on your doorstep to sandy surfing beaches within an hours drive. A real home from home. Hide

Reviewed by Paula 16th July 2022

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What a beautiful cottage, set in a peaceful location! We stayed during a heatwave and the house stayed lovely and cool. The garden is so pretty and the outdoor seating area was fantastic for el fresco dining. Ive never stayed in a house with such a well equipped kitchen! The scones on arrival were so welcome after 4 1/2 hours in a car, thank you. WRead moreed definitely stay again! Hide

Reviewed by Angela 25th June 2022

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Reviewed by jacqui 11th June 2022

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Reviewed by Gail 4th June 2022

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The Old School House is a gem of a holiday home. The style, layout, furnishings and equipment are all just right for a perfect family holiday. The house was very clean and so well equipped. We loved the location and walk down to Bucks Mills beach. Thank you!

Reviewed by Martin 21st May 2022

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A beautiful cottage in a lovely location, equipped with everything you need. Lovely and clean. Would highly recommend and will be returning.

Reviewed by Richard 30th April 2022

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3rd time in 4 years ( covid got in the way )and we still love this place.The setting makes it very special.

Reviewed by Sarah 9th April 2022

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