Watermouth Bay House
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Overview
A majestic country house on the north Devon coast, Watermouth Bay House is an enchanting offering for up to 12 lucky guests, with panoramic sea-views and a heated pool!
The living spaces are wonderfully open-plan, joining a large lounge area with an enormous sofa in front of the TV with the dining table for 12, which in turn connects to a huge kitchen with all the facilities you could wish for! Along the walls of the room are countless patio doors, allowing the fresh glow of daylight to flow through the interiors and bring in the scents and sounds of the natural world beyond! The kids (and big kids!) will be delighted to find a pool table, table tennis and games room with darts and a TV onsite, providing endless hours of entertainment!
Each of the six magnificent bedrooms has something a little charming and unique, and many include terrace access, while all feature a TV so you can get comfy and settle in for a film or an episode in your own private space. We adore the first-floor bedroom with its own private lounge with magnificent views over the countryside and out to the sea! The attic room is for two incredibly lucky guests, with so much room and sublime views from the full wall of skylight windows and a private terrace! Incredible ensuite facilities for each room include a range of delightful touches, including walk-in rain showers, double-showers and free-standing bathtubs. In the family bathroom you’ll even find a deluxe Jacuzzi spa bath!
And finally, step into your exquisite garden! Perhaps the highlight is the enormous private heated pool, complete with sun-loungers and casual seating around a large pool-terrace! Get your tan on in the sunshine and take a refreshing dip in the pool if you ever get a little too hot. And with two full layers of decking and endless seating options throughout the garden, there are so many incredible options for where to enjoy your time together! Your safari lodge style balcony is the ideal place to enjoy the view in comfort.
The home is tucked between the two wonderful towns of Berrynarbor and Ilfracombe, packed with cafes, restaurants and shops with a rich dollop of Victorian history and modern art! For a day out in nature, head to the stunning Exmoor National Park or admire the colourful boats and rock pools of the Watermouth Cove.
What you should know…
- Please note that published rates are only valid for the current year. Any bookings for subsequent years will be on request only and correct rates will be confirmed at the time of booking
- The heated outdoor pool is available between 24th May to the 27th September
- Due to this idyllic remote location, we recommend car access throughout your stay
Property Features
Lower Ground Floor
- Games room with pool table and table football
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with twin single beds (can be set up as a super-king on request) and en-suite shower room
- Family bathroom
Ground Floor
- Open-plan living area
- Fully-equipped kitchen with dining facilities
- Bedroom with king-size bed and en-suite bathroom
- Bedroom with twin single beds (can be set up as a super-king on request) and en-suite shower room
First Floor
- Bedroom with super-king bed and en-suite shower room
- Bedroom with twin single beds (can be set up as a super-king on request) and en-suite shower room
Exterior Grounds
- Private heated swimnming pool (open between May - September)
- Terrace
- Dining facilities
- Barbecue
- Garden
Additional Facilities
- Wi-Fi
- Washing machine & dryer
- Dishwasher
- Travel cot & highchair available on request basis (please bring your own cot linen)
- Parking
*Please ensure you advise us of your desired bed configuration at time of booking.
Location
About the surrounding area of Watermouth Bay HouseEnjoy the warm, welcoming and easy-going folk of the West Country, and the endless sandy beaches, fossil cliffs, medieval towns and national parks of Devon, a truly unmissable county!
For a perfect day in the fresh air and sunshine, Exmoor National Park and the 954km2 Dartmoor National Park, with their endless rugged moorland, woodland, farmlands and valleys sprinkled with granite tors are ideal for walking, horse riding, mountain biking, climbing and much more! The magnificent Jurassic Coast, comprising 95 miles of coastline with 185 million years of geological history is well worth a visit, with the South West Coast Path running along a large section of it.
If you’re after a traditional English beach trip with the added delight of white sand beaches, turquoise waters, and world-class sailing and surfing, you will not be disappointed! Devon has two separate coastlines: to the south is the English Channel and to the north, the Irish Sea and Bristol Channel.
The sublime English Riviera, a series of picturesque, south-coast harbour towns, is the nickname of the magnificent southern coastline. Torquay is one of the main highlights: a delightful seaside resort town well known for its beaches such as Babbacombe and the cliffside Oddicombe. Torquay Harbour offers shops, cafes and a marina, while the nearby Torre Abbey, a monastery founded in 1196, has art galleries and extensive gardens. The smaller seaside town of Ilfracombe can be found on the northern coastline, and is a small, hilly harbour surrounded by cliffs.
And for a lively city, to the south-east is Exeter on the River Exe, with its Roman era City Walls, vaulted, medieval underground passages and stunning Gothic cathedral, built in the 12th-century. To the west of the county you’ll find the larger city of Plymouth, with a fine display of its maritime tradition in the Barbican’s Tudor and Jacobean buildings and Sutton Harbour’s heritage trail. Both cities have bustling high-streets and lively nightlife thanks to the sizeable student populations!
Notable events in the area include the Devon County Show in Exeter each May, the Dartmouth Royal Regatta in August and the British Firework Championships in Plymouth also in August.
If flying to the area, Exeter International operates flights between Paris CDG, Amsterdam and countless UK cities, and the nearby Bristol International Airport has nearly 80 destinations.
| Local Amenities | |||
|---|---|---|---|
| Nearest Airport |
Exeter Airport
(99km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Barnstaple
(18.6km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Watermouth
(500m) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Tesco Superstore
(4.6km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
Hele Bay
(2.4km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Watermouth
(500m) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Ilfracombe Golf Club
(1.9km) |
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Region
Devon is the kind of destination that rewards exploration. With coastlines on two separate sides of England you’ll have seaside towns and clifftop walks to enjoy, and with Dartmoor and Exmoor your adventures can expand to kayaking, hiking or just admiring the spectacular scenery. So you can make the very best of this wonderful English county, we’ve created this Devon travel guide that’s full of tips, inspiration and great things to do – and our range of beautiful cottages in Devon make the perfect place to stay.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesWatermouth Bay House is an ideal choice for a family getaway, with a games room and huge garden on site, as well as tons of activities to enjoy in the local towns and the vibrant and unspoilt natural landscape of Devon.
For a relaxing afternoon, retire to the wonderful private heated pool where the kids can enjoy some harmless fun and you can keep an eye on them from the comfort of a sun lounger.
Local attractions include ‘The BIG Sheep’ in Abbotsham with fun for all ages, from the Ewetopia Indoor Playground to the Rampage Rollercoaster, as well as Sheep Racing, rides for toddlers, and of course a chance to feed the animals! A cosy café will ensure visitors of all ages will be content, and there’s even an on-site brewery and gin distillery for you to pass the time! Nearby Pennywell Farm is also a great day-trip for some ‘farmtastic’ fun with friendly farm animals, rides and even racing ferrets! Cuddle the piglets, pamper the ponies and meet our adorable hedgehogs. Why not head over for the Pig Racing at 2.30 each afternoon or have a go on the Run Rabbit Go-Karts and Rainbow Railway?!
The kids will adore a trip to Crealy Theme Park: Southwest England's largest theme park with over 60 rides including the Tidal Wave Log Flume, the Flying Dutchman and the Victorian Carousel, attractions, live shows and even a zoo!
In the surrounding landscape you will find endless opportunities for an active day out with all the family: cycle through an array of postcard-picture villages and along the rugged Jurassic coast, enjoy a range of water-sports or experience the fantastic scenery on a hike through the Exmoor or Dartmoor National Parks – be sure to take a picnic, there are endless perfect spots to sit, relax, and take in the breath-taking views!
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
- High Chair(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Walk to Beach
- Walk to Village
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Heated Pool
- Games Room
Extras
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property. |
| Arrival time | 5pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | No security deposit is required for booking this property. |
| Arrival time | 5pm |
| Departure time | 10am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Internet access? | Yes, Wi-Fi is included in the rental price |
| Changeover day | Friday |
| Minimum stay | Please note that there is a 3-night minimum stay, this may be increased across peak dates |
| Pets welcome? | No pets |
| Smoking Allowed? | No smoking |
| Other Ts and Cs | The swimming pool is open between the 24th of May and the 27th of September. Please note that this is subject to change depending on weather at the time. |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 12 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Apr 18th 2024 - Apr 19th 2024 | £2,139 | £2,411 | £2,682 | £2,818 |
| Apr 19th 2024 - Apr 26th 2024 | £2,139 | £2,411 | £2,682 | £2,818 |
| Apr 26th 2024 - May 3rd 2024 | £2,638 | £2,976 | £3,314 | £3,483 |
| May 3rd 2024 - May 10th 2024 | £2,662 | £3,003 | £3,344 | £3,514 |
| May 10th 2024 - May 17th 2024 | £2,881 | £3,251 | £3,621 | £3,806 |
| May 17th 2024 - May 24th 2024 | £2,928 | £3,305 | £3,682 | £3,870 |
| May 24th 2024 - May 31st 2024 | £5,865 | £6,634 | £7,402 | £7,786 |
| May 31st 2024 - Jun 7th 2024 | £3,119 | £3,521 | £3,923 | £4,124 |
| Jun 7th 2024 - Jun 14th 2024 | £3,262 | £3,683 | £4,104 | £4,315 |
| Jun 14th 2024 - Jun 21st 2024 | £3,648 | £4,121 | £4,593 | £4,829 |
| Jun 21st 2024 - Jun 28th 2024 | £4,454 | £5,034 | £5,614 | £5,904 |
| Jun 28th 2024 - Jul 5th 2024 | £4,454 | £5,034 | £5,614 | £5,904 |
| Jul 5th 2024 - Jul 12th 2024 | £5,006 | £5,660 | £6,314 | £6,641 |
| Jul 12th 2024 - Jul 19th 2024 | £5,097 | £5,763 | £6,429 | £6,762 |
| Jul 19th 2024 - Jul 26th 2024 | £5,403 | £6,110 | £6,817 | £7,170 |
| Jul 26th 2024 - Aug 2nd 2024 | £6,898 | £7,804 | £8,710 | £9,163 |
| Aug 2nd 2024 - Aug 9th 2024 | £6,898 | £7,804 | £8,710 | £9,163 |
| Aug 9th 2024 - Aug 16th 2024 | £6,898 | £7,804 | £8,710 | £9,163 |
| Aug 16th 2024 - Aug 23rd 2024 | £6,898 | £7,804 | £8,710 | £9,163 |
| Aug 23rd 2024 - Aug 30th 2024 | £6,898 | £7,804 | £8,710 | £9,163 |
| Aug 30th 2024 - Sep 6th 2024 | £3,456 | £3,903 | £4,350 | £4,574 |
| Sep 6th 2024 - Sep 13th 2024 | £3,251 | £3,671 | £4,090 | £4,300 |
| Sep 13th 2024 - Sep 20th 2024 | £2,868 | £3,236 | £3,605 | £3,789 |
| Sep 20th 2024 - Sep 27th 2024 | £2,556 | £2,883 | £3,210 | £3,374 |
| Sep 27th 2024 - Oct 4th 2024 | £2,380 | £2,684 | £2,987 | £3,139 |
| Oct 4th 2024 - Oct 11th 2024 | £2,288 | £2,580 | £2,871 | £3,017 |
| Oct 11th 2024 - Oct 18th 2024 | £2,455 | £2,769 | £3,083 | £3,239 |
| Oct 18th 2024 - Oct 25th 2024 | £3,216 | £3,631 | £4,046 | £4,254 |
| Oct 25th 2024 - Nov 1st 2024 | £3,982 | £4,500 | £5,017 | £5,276 |
| Nov 1st 2024 - Nov 8th 2024 | £1,946 | £2,191 | £2,437 | £2,560 |
| Nov 8th 2024 - Nov 15th 2024 | £1,973 | £2,222 | £2,472 | £2,596 |
| Nov 15th 2024 - Nov 22nd 2024 | £1,973 | £2,222 | £2,472 | £2,596 |
| Nov 22nd 2024 - Nov 29th 2024 | £1,973 | £2,222 | £2,472 | £2,596 |
| Nov 29th 2024 - Dec 6th 2024 | £1,973 | £2,222 | £2,472 | £2,596 |
| Dec 6th 2024 - Dec 13th 2024 | £1,973 | £2,222 | £2,472 | £2,596 |
| Dec 13th 2024 - Dec 20th 2024 | £2,528 | £2,851 | £3,174 | £3,336 |
| Dec 20th 2024 - Dec 27th 2024 | £4,100 | £4,633 | £5,166 | £5,432 |
| Dec 27th 2024 - Jan 3rd 2025 | £4,153 | £4,693 | £5,233 | £5,503 |
| Jan 3rd 2025 - Jan 10th 2025 | £1,927 | £2,171 | £2,414 | £2,535 |
| Jan 10th 2025 - Jan 17th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Jan 17th 2025 - Jan 24th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Jan 24th 2025 - Jan 31st 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Jan 31st 2025 - Feb 7th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Feb 7th 2025 - Feb 14th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Feb 14th 2025 - Feb 21st 2025 | £2,399 | £2,706 | £3,012 | £3,165 |
| Feb 21st 2025 - Feb 28th 2025 | £2,182 | £2,459 | £2,737 | £2,875 |
| Feb 28th 2025 - Mar 7th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Mar 7th 2025 - Mar 14th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Mar 14th 2025 - Mar 21st 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Mar 21st 2025 - Mar 28th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Mar 28th 2025 - Apr 4th 2025 | £1,963 | £2,211 | £2,459 | £2,583 |
| Apr 4th 2025 - Apr 11th 2025 | £2,651 | £2,990 | £3,330 | £3,500 |
| Apr 11th 2025 - Apr 18th 2025 | £4,711 | £5,326 | £5,940 | £6,247 |
| Apr 18th 2025 - Apr 25th 2025 | £4,230 | £4,780 | £5,330 | £5,606 |
| Apr 25th 2025 - May 2nd 2025 | £2,737 | £3,088 | £3,439 | £3,615 |
| May 2nd 2025 - May 9th 2025 | £2,761 | £3,116 | £3,470 | £3,648 |
| May 9th 2025 - May 16th 2025 | £2,989 | £3,374 | £3,758 | £3,951 |
| May 16th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £3,038 | £3,430 | £3,821 | £4,017 |
| May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | £6,094 | £6,892 | £7,691 | £8,090 |
| May 30th 2025 - Jun 6th 2025 | £3,237 | £3,655 | £4,073 | £4,282 |
| Jun 6th 2025 - Jun 13th 2025 | £3,386 | £3,823 | £4,261 | £4,480 |
| Jun 13th 2025 - Jun 20th 2025 | £3,787 | £4,278 | £4,770 | £5,015 |
| Jun 20th 2025 - Jun 27th 2025 | £4,625 | £5,228 | £5,831 | £6,132 |
| Jun 27th 2025 - Jul 4th 2025 | £4,625 | £5,228 | £5,831 | £6,132 |
| Jul 4th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | £5,200 | £5,879 | £6,559 | £6,899 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 18th 2025 | £5,294 | £5,986 | £6,679 | £7,025 |
| Jul 18th 2025 - Jul 25th 2025 | £5,612 | £6,347 | £7,081 | £7,449 |
| Jul 25th 2025 - Aug 1st 2025 | £7,168 | £8,110 | £9,052 | £9,523 |
| Aug 1st 2025 - Aug 8th 2025 | £7,168 | £8,110 | £9,052 | £9,523 |
| Aug 8th 2025 - Aug 15th 2025 | £7,168 | £8,110 | £9,052 | £9,523 |
| Aug 15th 2025 - Aug 22nd 2025 | £7,168 | £8,110 | £9,052 | £9,523 |
| Aug 22nd 2025 - Aug 29th 2025 | £7,168 | £8,110 | £9,052 | £9,523 |
| Aug 29th 2025 - Sep 5th 2025 | £3,588 | £4,053 | £4,518 | £4,750 |
| Sep 5th 2025 - Sep 12th 2025 | £3,375 | £3,811 | £4,247 | £4,465 |
| Sep 12th 2025 - Sep 19th 2025 | £2,976 | £3,359 | £3,742 | £3,934 |
| Sep 19th 2025 - Sep 26th 2025 | £2,651 | £2,991 | £3,331 | £3,501 |
| Sep 26th 2025 - Oct 3rd 2025 | £2,469 | £2,785 | £3,100 | £3,258 |
| Oct 3rd 2025 - Oct 10th 2025 | £2,374 | £2,676 | £2,979 | £3,131 |
| Oct 10th 2025 - Oct 17th 2025 | £2,547 | £2,873 | £3,199 | £3,362 |
| Oct 17th 2025 - Oct 20th 2025 | £3,338 | £3,769 | £4,201 | £4,416 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Planning a third stay!
Our second visit to this lovely property. We enjoyed it just as much this time. Fabulous pool which got plenty of use. Views from the house are amazing. Planning to book again.
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Amazing property in a good location
Perfect for several families or a group as enough space to be able to be in separate areas of the property as well as join together socially. Enough to do within a short driving distance, bus or walk. Nice food in Watermouth Bay cafe. Can walk to The Sawmills pub. Good quality decs/furniture & comfy beds. Very useful indoor pool table/table tennis when weather is not so good.
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Perfect
Watermouth Bay House proved to be the perfect place to come together as a family to celebrate a special birthday. The property itself is amazing, so well equipped with everything you could need. The pool table and table tennis were a real bonus. So much space for a family of 12 to enjoy. The views were amazing whether in sunny weather or stormy weather (we had a bit of both). Outside, the grounds are great with lots more space and very well maintained even in winter. We could have happily spent the week here without heading out, as it is, there are some great places nearby. Our highlights were trips to Saunton Sands, Woolacombe, Lynton, Lynmouth and Watersmeet. Perhaps best of all was the short morning walk down to Watermouth bay. Would love to stay here again.
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Spacious!
A lovely property with loads of room for people to spread out in. All bedrooms had an en-suite although a few of the showers are very small. There are lots of different areas to sit in around the house and the table tennis area and pool table meant lots of fun and laughter playing Cut throat!
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