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Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage

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Exterior
Beach nearby
Exterior
3 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, internet, bed sheets
Outdoor dining
Reviews
9.4

Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • FireplaceFireplaceFireplace
  • KitchenKitchenKitchen
  • Outdoor SpaceOutdoor SpaceOutdoor Space
  • WasherWasherWasher
  • DryerDryerDryer

Explore the area

Map
Bideford, Devon
  • Popular LocationNorth Devon Coast7 min drive
  • Popular LocationClovelly Village9 min drive
  • Popular LocationSaunton Sands42 min drive
  • AirportExeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)88 min drive

Space details

3 bedrooms, 2 bathrooms, sleeps 5
Bedroom 1
    2 twin/single beds
Bedroom 2
    1 double bed
Bedroom 3
    1 twin/single bed
Bathroom 1
    Shower
Bathroom 2
    Bathtub/shower combo

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage

Set in the beautiful countryside just a few minutes drive from Bideford in North Devon is the charming Crooked Lake Cottage, a three bedroom property sleeping up to five.

The 17th century cottage is tucked away in the heart of the North Devon countryside, yet remains within easy reach of not only the pretty market town of Bideford but also the gorgeous North Devon coastline, which is home to some of the country's most loved beaches, including Westward Ho!, which is only a 15-20 minute drive.

Inside, the cottage is deceptively spacious with a good sized living room with multi-fuel burner, a handy conservatory overlooking the garden, a well-equipped kitchen and a separate dining room all located on the ground floor. Upstairs there are three tastefully decorated bedrooms, these include the Master with en-suite shower room, a pretty twin and a lovely single. There is also a large family bathroom.

Although full of modern day facilities to help make your stay comfortable, Crooked Lake Cottage also has plenty of period features, including open fireplaces and pretty window shutters.

Outside there is plenty of space for everyone in the wonderful gardens. At the rear of the cottage is an attractive enclosed garden complete with a babbling stream and a small wooden bridge, perfect for children to play and explore in complete safety, and a BBQ. The garden is also regularly visited by local wildlife. Crooked Lake Cottage also has off-road parking for two cars.

Please note: Due to the age of this property, there are many low ceiling beams and door frames.

Property manager

Amanda

Languages

English

Property amenities

Beach

  • Beach nearby

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: Internet access

Parking and transportation

  • Car required
  • Limited onsite parking (max 2 spaces)
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Kitchen

  • Cookware, dishware, and utensils
  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Bedrooms

  • 3 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 2 bathrooms
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Fireplace
  • Living room
  • Separate dining area
  • Wood stove

Entertainment

  • Books
  • DVD player
  • Stereo
  • TV with cable/satellite channels

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoke-free property

Services and conveniences

  • Housekeeping (limited availability)
  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • In a rural location

Things to do

  • Golf on site
  • Birdwatching nearby
  • Cycling nearby
  • Fishing nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Kayaking nearby
  • Mountain biking nearby
  • Snorkeling nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby
  • Wildlife walks nearby
  • Windsurfing nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector)
  • Smoke detector not reported (host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property)

General

  • 1 unit
  • Garden

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Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions

Pets

Pets not allowed

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has not indicated whether there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has not indicated whether there is a smoke detector on the property
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation

We should mention

A car is required for transportation to and from this property

Property is also known as

Countryside Private Garden. Within Easy Reach North Devon Coast
49353

About the neighborhood

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this cottage is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Saunton Sands. The Big Sheep and Clovelly Village are also worth visiting. Be sure to check out the area's animals with activities such as game walks and birdwatching.

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 7 min drive
  • Clovelly Village - 9 min drive
  • The Milky Way Adventure Park - 9 min drive
  • RHS Garden Rosemoor - 19 min drive
  • Saunton Sands - 42 min drive

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 26 min drive

Restaurants

  • McDonald's - 9 min drive
  • Bideford Brewers Fayre - 8 min drive
  • Blacksmith Arms - 13 min drive
  • First in Last Out - 11 min drive
  • Joiners Arms - 12 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

What time is check-in at Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage?

Check-out is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Crooked Lake - Charming countryside cottage located?

Situated near the beach, this cottage is 2.1 mi (3.4 km) from Peppercombe Beach and 3 mi (4.8 km) from Gauter Beach. North Devon Coast and The Big Sheep are also within 6 mi (10 km).

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 20 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 8 - Good. 6 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 4 - Poor. 1 out of 28 reviews" "
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 28 reviews" "

9.2/10

Cleanliness

Reviews

10/10 Excellent

Stephen B.

Liked: Cleanliness
August 2023
Great stay at crooked Lake cottage. Very charming cottage with beautiful gardens, everything you could need is in the cottage just mind your head in the lounge (I'm 6ft 4).
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023

10/10 Excellent

carolyn c.

Liked: Cleanliness
Home from home
Lovely property and garden everything in the house you could need comfy and very homely
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2022

10/10 Excellent

Tina P.

Liked: Cleanliness
Cosy cottage in Parkham
Crooked Lake is a wonderful place to stay. Quiet, peaceful, clean and cosy. We could not fault it. Beds are so comfortable. The whole house is warm.
Stayed 7 nights in Oct 2020

10/10 Excellent

nicola l.

Liked: Cleanliness
Tranquility in Parkham
Fantastic cottage beautiful clean and fully of character. The cottage has a lovely stream running directly behind and sleeping in the back room or having a relaxing bath you can hear the babbling brook. Property manager was really amazing, friendly and helpful.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2020

6/10 Okay

Helen D.

Liked: Cleanliness
A few uninvited guests!
We were pleased to find the cottage easily but more than a little frustrated that we were unable to open the front door on arrival. Having unloaded all our belongings to the front door, it was then necessary to get back in the car and drive almost all the way back to Bideford to get a mobile signal to call Clare; the cleaner who was our point of contact. She subsequently informed us the door was recently painted so may need kicking! On return to the cottage, 2 of my boys gave a big push along with a bit of a kick! It turned out that it needed a strong push or pull every day we were coming or going from the cottage. This was frustrating to note. However, we found the cottage to be in good order and bedrooms beautifully presented. Having put everything away at night, I was shocked to discover that all my cool bags left in the kitchen had been thoroughly investigated by mice. There were a large number of mouse droppings along with urine trails inside the bags. The mice were in addition to the bats in the attic, something Clare told us about 2 days before arrival! Hearing them scratching about above us as we settled for the night was a little unnerving, more so for one of my son's. One of my 11yr old twins cried in his bed the first night, scared by an unexplainable experience! The location of the cottage was great in terms of access to places of interest but all the extra unexpected guests were something that should have been spelt out in the information advertising the cottage. In that regard I feel it is masking true features which guests should be aware of prior to booking.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Rebecca V.

Liked: Cleanliness
A lovely cottage & beautiful garden
On arrival we instantly felt relaxed and at home in the cottage. The garden was beautifully looked after and the stream running through it was a lovely bonus.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2020

10/10 Excellent

Elaine W.

Liked: Cleanliness
Peaceful
Beautiful property. Everything as seen on the photos. Perfect if you really want to go off grid.

10/10 Excellent

Ben F.

AMAZING
The cottage was beautiful, had everything you need and more. We received such a lovely, warm welcoming with a surprise welcome pack of goodies. Would definitely recommend and hope to visit again
Stayed 14 nights in Jul 2018