10/10 Excellent
Colin R.
16 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Colin R.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Entire home
Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton
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Reviews
10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 452 sq m
Popular amenities
Explore the area
Chittlehampton, England
- Queen's Theatre17 min drive
- RHS Garden Rosemoor21 min drive
- Saunton Sands33 min drive
- Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)65 min drive
Rooms & beds
2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)
Main bedroom
1 Double Bed
Second bedroom
1 Double Bed
Bathroom 1
Toilet · Shower only
Spaces
Kitchen
Dining area
About this property
Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton
Located on the square of the charming village of Chittlehampton in North Devon, Lychgate Cottage is a great holiday base for those wanting to experience a slice of village life. This terraced cottage has been renovated to a very good standard by the owners. Well-appointed and furnished throughout, the cottage is a great place to return to after a busy day of sightseeing or coping with the hectic pace of village life! Being located on the square means the good local pub and community run shop are all within easy walking distance. The village church that towers over the square also makes for an imposing sight. The cottage boasts an open plan downstairs with wooden floors and a well equipped kitchen (completely refitted in January 2021) together with comfortable dining and sitting areas. The first floor has a recently refitted shower room and has two double bedrooms.
Free parking is available in the square just outside the cottage.
The cottage has been offered for rent as a holiday cottage with cottages.com since July 2014, achieving an average customer rating in excess of 9.5/10 for each of the seasons from 2015 to 2020. Achieving a Customer's Choice award for this period.
Free parking is available in the square just outside the cottage.
The cottage has been offered for rent as a holiday cottage with cottages.com since July 2014, achieving an average customer rating in excess of 9.5/10 for each of the seasons from 2015 to 2020. Achieving a Customer's Choice award for this period.
Property manager
Miguel Ogilvie
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Amenities
Kitchen
Washer
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available
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House Rules
Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
Children
Children allowed: ages 0–17
An upstairs stairgate is available
Events
No events allowed
The property is only suitable for 4 guests
Pets
No pets allowed
Smoking
Smoking is not permitted
A non smoking or vaping cottage
Check-out instructions
The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Ensure washing up is done and put away
Replace one set of keys in the keysafe
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Note from host: The property is only suitable for 4 guests
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a deadlock
About the area
Umberleigh
Umberleigh is home to this cottage. St Anne's Arts & Community Centre and Arlington Court are local landmarks, and the area's natural beauty can be seen at Exmoor National Park and Meshaw Moor. North Devon Hawk Walks and Survival Paintball are also worth visiting.
Chittlehampton, England
What's nearby
- St. Hieritha's Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
- Queen's Theatre - 17 min drive - 13.8 km
- RHS Garden Rosemoor - 21 min drive - 21.2 km
- Exmoor National Park - 25 min drive - 23.8 km
- Saunton Sands - 33 min drive - 29.1 km
Getting around
Restaurants
- The Whiddon Valey Fryer - 15 min drive
- The Castle Inn - 13 min drive
- The Bell - 2 min walk
- The Welcome Fryer - 9 min drive
- Zest - 9 min drive
Frequently asked questions
Reviews
10
Exceptional
Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
Learn moreOpens in a new window10/10
Cleanliness
9.0/10
Amenities
9.0/10
Property conditions & facilities
8.0/10
Eco-friendliness
10/10
Check-in
10/10
Communication
10/10
Location
10/10
Listing accuracy
Reviews
10/10 Excellent
Tricia W.
3 June 2025
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable, well equipped cottage
Tricia W.
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
10/10 Excellent
phill k.
25 July 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Quiet weekend
phill k.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
10/10 Excellent
Mark F.
30 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location.
Mark F.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
10/10 Excellent
Karen C.
2 November 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
OCTOBER BREAK
Karen C.
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
10/10 Excellent
Sue
29 April 2024
Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
Sue
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
10/10 Excellent
Richard B.
4 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Well appointed cottage, very clean and in a great location.
Richard B.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
10/10 Excellent
Ross W.
7 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely little getaway
Ross W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
8/10 Good
Jennifer W.
14 February 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Nice base for trip to north Devon
Jennifer W.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
10/10 Excellent
Christina E.
17 March 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable clean cottage
Christina E.
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
10/10 Excellent
Hayley R.
5 March 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Post Birthday getaway with friends
Hayley R.
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
10/10 Excellent
Veronica T.
10 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Great location in town square of a quaint village
Veronica T.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Ross W.
13 May 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage in great location
Ross W.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
8/10 Good
Michael G.
22 March 2022
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy
Nice stay
Michael G.
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022
10/10 Excellent
Leigh H.
31 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Loved it!
Leigh H.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
10/10 Excellent
ka u.
6 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Devon trip
ka u.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
valerie s.
1 June 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chittlehampton visit.
valerie s.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Margaret P.
30 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lychgate Cottage
Margaret P.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
John F.
25 September 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely cottage and location
John F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023
10/10 Excellent
Sarah S.
1 June 2021
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chittlehampton
Sarah S.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021
10/10 Excellent
Steven L.
8 July 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lychgate Chittlehampton
Steven L.
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023
10/10 Excellent
hazel d.
30 May 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Chilled
hazel d.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
10/10 Excellent
Susan F.
9 October 2024
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A little gem
Susan F.
Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024
10/10 Excellent
Claire n.
23 January 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Comfortable , well equipped house
Claire n.
Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023
10/10 Excellent
Emily S.
21 August 2023
Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lychgate cottage 12th-19th Aug
Emily S.
Stayed 7 nights in Aug 2023
About the host
Hosted by Miguel Ogilvie
We first came to Chittlehampton with our children in 2008, and unusually for us returned in 2009. Drawn to the village by it's peacefulness, friendliness and general charm, the decision to return was not a difficult one. The award winning local pub was an added bonus, offering great value pub food and an excellent choice of beers and ciders.
When the opportunity came to buy the cottage in 2014, we leapt at the chance and haven't look back since. We spend as much time as we can in the cottage whilst letting it for approximately 28 weeks a year. It really is a great place for a week or just a long weekend.
When the opportunity came to buy the cottage in 2014, we leapt at the chance and haven't look back since. We spend as much time as we can in the cottage whilst letting it for approximately 28 weeks a year. It really is a great place for a week or just a long weekend.
Why they chose this property
The property had just what we were looking for. It is well appointed, in a Conservation area, just across from the pub and in the shadow of the imposing St Hiertha's church.
We came to view the cottage on a cold wet February day and to say it wasn't at it's best is an understatement. However, some much needed redecoration to the exterior of the property and fitting out with new furniture made all the difference and now it really is a home from home!
We came to view the cottage on a cold wet February day and to say it wasn't at it's best is an understatement. However, some much needed redecoration to the exterior of the property and fitting out with new furniture made all the difference and now it really is a home from home!
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