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Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Thimble Cottage, Hartland
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Thimble Cottage, Hartland
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Thimble Cottage, Hartland
Open plan living/dining room/kitchen | Thimble Cottage, Hartland

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Outdoor space
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Hartland
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Shipwreck Museum
    ‪2 min drive‬
  • Place, Hartland Abbey
    ‪3 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Spaces

Kitchen
Garden

About this property

1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland

This beautiful holiday cottage is ideal for a couple’s retreat in this quiet, remote setting, and has a cosy, romantic interior.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Bedroom: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV Ensuite: Bath, Cubicle Shower, Toilet

First Floor:

Open plan living space.

Living area: 55" Freeview Smart TV, Bluray Player, CD Player, Patio Doors Leading To Patio

Dining area.

Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Ceramic Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Coffee Machine, Washer Dryer. Oil central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial coffee pods for coffee machine included. Doggy extras. Large enclosed garden with patio, garden furniture and gas barbecue. Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: There are steps in the garden.. Set within a quiet wooded valley on the edge of the remote village of Hartland in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this converted shippen (barn), has been completed to a very good standard with a well-equipped kitchen and a delightful cosy interior, making this a romantic holiday retreat.



Approached by a steep, narrow lane, Thimble Cottage stands detached within it’s own grounds with an orchard and garden overlooking the river valley below.



This is a remote and wild area yet which has much to offer with a rugged heritage coastline, breathtaking cliff top coastal walks, Hartland Quay, the beautiful gardens at Docton Mill and Hartland Abbey. The popular village of Clovelly with it’s quaint cobbled streets and picturesque harbour, can be reached easily.



There are lots of local walks and footpaths close by, the village has three pubs and a renowned restaurant just a short walk away. The nearest supermarkets are 13 miles away in Bideford and Bude, but the local shops in the village are well stocked. Just a ¼ mile away is a post office, village store, café, fish and chip shop, vet, doctors surgery, a pottery and art galleries.



The property welcomes pets and the owners provide a doggy welcome pack. The coastline, 2½ miles away, is rocky with sandy areas depending on the tide. For large sandy beaches, visit Instow and Bude, about 15 miles away. Beach 2½ miles. Shops, pubs and restaurants ¼ mile.

Free WiFi



Steep, narrow apporach to property for 0.25 miles. There are canted ceilings in the living and kitchen area.

There are drops in the garden.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Suitable for up to 2 pets

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House Rules

Check in after 3:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 18
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed
This property accepts a maximum of 2 pet(s)
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
The guest will be charged 50% amount for a cancellation after the reservation is made.

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
Host has indicated that there is no carbon monoxide detector on the property; consider bringing a portable detector with you on the trip
Host has indicated that there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher and a first aid kit

About the area

Bideford

Located in Bideford, this cottage is in a rural area. Shipwreck Museum and The Burton Art Gallery and Museum are cultural highlights, and some of the area's landmarks include Hartland Abbey and Fisherman's Cottage. The Milky Way Adventure Park and Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms are also worth visiting.
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Hartland

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Shipwreck Museum - 2 min drive - 2.1 km
  • Hartland Abbey - 3 min drive - 3.5 km
  • Saunton Sands - 58 min drive - 61.6 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 60 min drive - 65.5 km

Restaurants

  • ‪The West Country Inn - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪Red Lion Hotel - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪Farmer's Arms - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Old Smithy Inn - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Anchor Inn - ‬6 min walk

Frequently asked questions

Is 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?

As of 2 April 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland on 10 July 2026 start from NZ$298, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?

Check-in begins at 3:00 PM.

What time is check-out at 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is 1 bedroom accommodation in Hartland located?

Situated in a rural location, this cottage is within 2 miles (3 km) of Shipwreck Museum, Downe Spa and Beckland Beach. Hartland Abbey and Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 25 out of 25 reviews
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Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 25 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 25 reviews

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Francis Bray

The cottage was exactly what we were looking for after a very stressful year.

The cottage was exactly what we were looking for after a very stressful year. The cottage was clean, well equipped and cosy for a couple who want lots of walks in the countryside. The local pubs, shops were well stocked and the people very friendly. We have no complaints and hope to return another time.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sean Darlaston

A home from home cottage which is very comfortable leaving you to want for nothing.

A home from home cottage which is very comfortable leaving you to want for nothing. The owners have thought of everything. It's a nice location for sightseeing also what with the A39 being close by so you can head off east or West. Some lovely walks close by also and is ideal for dogs. Would highly recommend
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Toby Lewis

We had a wonderful stay over Christmas at Thimble Cottage.

We had a wonderful stay over Christmas at Thimble Cottage. A great spot for visiting Hartland Quay and Point then onto Clovelly Village. The cottage is well equipped and the bedroom has a comfy super king size bed. We will definitely return for another break here :)
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Nikki Jenkins

Thimble Cottage exceeded our expectations.

Thimble Cottage exceeded our expectations. Very well equipped, very clean, warm yet professional communication and attention from host. Lovely cottage and garden filled with bird song (technically probably gardens as there were 3 distinct areas around 3 sides of the cottage). Great location for us, on a quiet lane but short walk to the village where there were 2 well-stocked shops, a cafe and several pubs; lots of nice short dog walks from the cottage as well the coastal path and access to the shore just a couple of miles away. We wanted a distinct, quiet time to mark our transition to retirement- we can thoroughly recommend February at Thimble Cottage for such a purpose! … our dog loved it too.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Thimble Cottage is the perfect getaway.

Thimble Cottage is the perfect getaway. It’s located in a really pretty valley with plenty of walks. The cottage is immaculately clean , the super king bed really comfortable and the kitchen is well equipped. Owners, Heather and Peter throw in a lot of extras and keep guests up to date with village events. Every imaginable tv viewing is available, so if the weather is typically English, you can catch up on box sets. We would highly recommend Thimble Cottage. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sally

Beautiful cottage in a lovely setting, Heather was super and very helpful, would definitely stay aga

Beautiful cottage in a lovely setting, Heather was super and very helpful, would definitely stay again. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Tim

An outstanding well appointed cottage, with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing time deep in t

An outstanding well appointed cottage, with everything you need to enjoy a relaxing time deep in the beautiful North Devon countryside and rugged coastline. The upside down cottage is well equipped, clean and has a lovely big bed and good size bathroom. The garden is adequate, has patio area garden chairs and a good BBQ. Thimble is positioned 5 minutes walk from local amenities including a couple of pubs, local shop and fish & chip shop! Plenty of beautiful coastline and wooded walks surround Thimble cottage, and with Bude and Bideford only 30 minutes away options for days out are plentiful. The owners take great care and pride in ensuring the cottage is clean and well maintained. Perhaps a little expensive, bit then you pay for what get! In conclusion, we could not fault Thimble, and we thoroughly enjoyed our peaceful relaxing stay in Hartland. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Kathleen

Stunning property inside and out Everything you could want Enclosed garden a bonus for dog owners Pr

Stunning property inside and out Everything you could want Enclosed garden a bonus for dog owners Property owners very thoughtful and always available if needed. Hoping to rebook in the future Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Deb

A beautiful tiny”thimble” cottage in a lovely peaceful setting.

A beautiful tiny”thimble” cottage in a lovely peaceful setting. We were the first in after opening following lockdown so a few things removed. We wanted for nothing ...all you could need was there. Upside down living was nice as we have lived in similar...works perfectly for access to the gardens. We were blessed with the weather so enjoyed the outside,an orchard garden out of one door,fully enclosed for the dogs,with seating and shade if you needed it. A further patio with seating outside another door,leading on to a lovely grassed area (not enclosed). The bedroom downstairs was a good size with the bathroom leading off. Water pressures good for a lovely shower. All bedding and towels were quality. The hallway access was tiled with a basket with doggie towels and bowls. What really topped it all was the communication with the owners,they genuinely care about you being comfortable and having a good time. A lovely surprise of gifts too was really appreciated. The village was maybe not at its best but this was to be expected under the circumstances,not all pubs open and those that were offering limited services. We did visit one and sit outside and the local shop and post office were friendly and helpful. Review independently collected and verified by Reevoo
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amesha

We had such a relaxing time! Heather and Peter extremely helpful with local walks, food places and j

We had such a relaxing time! Heather and Peter extremely helpful with local walks, food places and just in general really lovely and welcoming.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

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Brill
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sandra

What a gem of a cottage, we loved every second of our holiday.

What a gem of a cottage, we loved every second of our holiday....extremely comfortable cottage and very clean, the complimentary extras went down a treat. Lots of places to visit within a short drive away, would highly recommend. If it were possible to give more than 10 out of 10 stars we would ❤
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Brenda

Lovely cottage, very clean, with great attention to detail by the owners.

Lovely cottage, very clean, with great attention to detail by the owners. Short walk to the village where the locals are friendly and helpful. Lovely walks and places to visit nearby. We will certainly stay at Thimble Cottage again in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Graham

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Will go again
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Janet

Had a wonderful stay.

Had a wonderful stay. The cottage is so well equipped and has everything you would possibly need. Dogs even have their own towels and hand baked dog treats as well as a bed if you forget to bring one. Our dog settled right away. Lovely little enclosed garden straight from the living room where they can potter about without be able to escape. Best cottage we have ever booked.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Carol

This is a stunning little cottage, beautiful maintained and in a great location.

This is a stunning little cottage, beautiful maintained and in a great location. Near enough to the amenities in Hartland but with a quiet remoteness. The garden is so well set out with chairs that at any time of the day you can catch the sun which we did all week. Both the living room and bedroom were very spacious and a nice large bathroom. The bedroom and bathroom is downstairs with the lounge/kitchen on the 1st floor to take advantage of the sloping garden. It did confuse our dog who is not allowed upstairs at home so we simply walked him up the path and entered through the kitchen door. The only thing which could improve this property is a separate toilet somewhere upstairs - but this is not an issue. Beware of the parking area which is quite steep and has to be taken slowly so you don.t bottom out the car and we found we could only reverse out one way and had to drive round the block to re - enter the drive but we do have a large Audi. It was all very manageable. The views are exceptional and every evening we sat outside to watch the sun set over the wood.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Anne

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Loved every moment
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laurence

An excellent cottage for two plus dogs, very clean and comfortable with a small fenced garden area w

An excellent cottage for two plus dogs, very clean and comfortable with a small fenced garden area which is ideal for dogs. Communications with the owners were great and they provided welcome bubbly, beer and dog treats which was much appreciated. There is excellent dog walking straight from the cottage (along a river valley) and we really appreciated scenery and walks around the Hartland area.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Colin

V

Very much enjoyed the cottage
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Julie

O

One of the best cottage’s we have stayed the owners have thought of everything to make it a home from home, so peaceful x
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

B

What a brilliant cottage! Perfect location for a peaceful break.

What a brilliant cottage! Perfect location for a peaceful break. The welcome wine, milk, Tassimo coffee pods and doggie treats were a nice touch. The Dog proof garden is excellent, the TV amazing. Ideal location for exploring North Devon, with lovely walks for Bruno (my dog) and stunning scenery on the door step as well. The local village shops and pubs weren’t bad either! Definitely a place the owners should be proud of. Lastly, the view of the stars from the garden on a clear night must be seen. Thanks?
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Laura

Had a lovely stay at Thimble cottage over Easter weekend.

Had a lovely stay at Thimble cottage over Easter weekend. The owners were very accommodating and made an effort to stay in contact during our stay. The cottage was exactly what we were looking for, even better than the photos. We particularly liked the enclosed garden for our pooch. Whole cottage was extremely clean and had everything you could need. Bed was very comfy and felt like a 5 star hotel. We will be returning as soon as we can
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lucy

A truly delightful cottage where everything has been thought of.

A truly delightful cottage where everything has been thought of. The location is on the edges of Hartland village, just a short stroll in to the centre up a steepish road. It was the perfect spot for us with our two doggies, with a lovely river and meadow walk right outside the door and the doggies loved having their own, very secure garden. The bed is the most comfortable I’ve ever slept in ! The cottage flows really well and there is everything you could want for a holiday stay and some very thoughtful extras. Heather and Peter were very helpful and welcoming. Highlights in the area were Hartland Point, Hartland Quay and the walk to Speke’s Mouth waterfall, Docton Mill, Hartland Abbey which was breathtaking, as was Brownsham woods to the cliffs walk. Thoroughly recommended.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jayne

Relaxing and peaceful setting.

Relaxing and peaceful setting. Great local amenities considering the sit-up. Fabulous cottage with all amenities and really well presented. Would highly recommend.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Maria

What a little gem of a cottage.

What a little gem of a cottage. Thimble cottage was a beautiful place to stay. Had a great enclosed garden for the dogs. The cottage was really clean and the owners had thought of everything to make my stay enjoyable. The bed was so comfy and there was a basket of bits for the dogs too. Communication with the owners prior to arrival was very pleasant and although I didn’t need to contact them again I felt I could at any time. The cottage is quite remote but I loved that so it’s not for you if you want a lot going on outside your door but for a peaceful break it’s faultless, just wish it held more people so you could enjoy with a larger group of people.. Definitely a great place to stay

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