Title: Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room Reviews, Deals & Photos 2025 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88630000/88626900/88626859/ce7b0482.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88630000/88626900/88626859/222eef6e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88630000/88626900/88626859/6b81aa97.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88630000/88626900/88626859/1a672f52.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/89000000/88630000/88626900/88626859/5a89f18b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Swallow Cottage is a charming one-level countryside retreat surrounded by rolling Devon hills, with an indoor swimming pool and games room. Enjoy open-plan living, modern kitchen amenities like a dishwasher and coffee machine, as well as a private outdoor space in the enclosed garden. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4108 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Pool - Washer - Kitchen - Outdoor space ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire cottage to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room A converted hayloft, Swallow Cottage is a charming, one level countryside cottage sleeping four people in two bedrooms. Enjoy countryside views and additional onsite communal facilities such as an indoor swimming pool, a games room and a children's play area. Situated only a short drive from the coast, Swallow Cottage provides the best of both worlds being surrounded by rolling Devon hills yet close enough to the coast for a fantastic day trip to the beach. The external wooden staircase in the courtyard leads up to the cottage and its open-plan kitchen, diner and living space. The cottage opens into a modern kitchen with a beautiful breakfast bar extending the kitchen, before introducing the dining space and lounge area. The kitchen is fully equipped with a dishwasher, a fridge, a microwave, an electric oven and hob, a kettle, a coffee machine and a toaster. The dining table comfortably seats four people in the corner of the room. The lounge has two sofas directed towards the TV stand in the corner, which has Freeview TV and a DVD player for evening entertainment. The velux window in the eves and large kitchen window lets plenty of light into the open plan room. The master bedroom at Swallow Cottage has a double bed with bedside tables and a Velux window with views of the garden. The second bedroom has bunk beds, which are well lit by velux windows offering a fantastic view from the top bunk. The family bathroom has a bathtub, a w/c and a wash basin. Swallow Cottage has access to an enclosed garden with garden furniture across the courtyard, which offers guests a private outdoor space. The swimming pool, kids play area and games round can be found around the back of the property and offer great entertainment for the whole family. 1st floor Kitchen: Electric oven/hob, microwave, kettle, coffee machine, dishwasher Dining area: Table seating 4 people Lounge: 2 sofas, freeview TV, dvd player, Roberts digital radio Master bedroom: Double bed, bedside tables, velux window 2nd Bedroom: Bunk beds, clothes storage, velux window. Family bathroom: bathtub, wash basin, w/c Additional facilities Games room, swimming pool, child's play area, conservatory & decking. Please note towels and linen provided but you must bring your own beach and swimming pool equipment. Dogs may be on site as some cottages are dog friendly. Young children should be accompanied by an adult in the swimming pool and games room. Travel cot, highchair and stair gate available upon request ## Property amenities ### Pool/Spa - Communal pool ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Internet access ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Dishwasher - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - TV ### Outdoor areas - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Things to do - Arcade/game room ### Safety features - Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property) - Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Unit size: 108 square feet ## Similar properties ![Indoor pool, outdoor pool](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/92000000/91450000/91443100/91443077/w1613h1067x0y6-ce8fe6c7.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Saffron Cove, Seaside Chalet Bideford Bucks Mills - Pool - Kitchen - Dryer - Pet-friendly 10 Exceptional 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=91443077&PinnedHotelID=91443077&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 21 ### Check-out Check-out before 9:30 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 ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business or profession. 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 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 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 If you cancel your booking, you'll be subject to the host's cancellation policy. In accordance with UK consumer law, property booking services are not subject to the right of withdrawal. ### Property is also known as 614935 ## About the area Bideford is home to this cottage. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. Travelling with kids? Consider Clovelly Village and Atlantis Adventure Park. [Visit our Bideford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford.dx4570) [View more Cottages in Bideford](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford-Cottages.d4570-aaCottages.Travel-Guide-Accommodation) ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6&zoom=13&markers=icon:https%3A%2F%2Fa.travel-assets.com%2Ftravel-assets-manager%2Feg-maps%2Fproperty.png%7C50.99600%2C-4.23100&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=tygwGdJAE1OGXoRXcjezxvQRYd8=) Bideford, Devon ### What's nearby - Clovelly Village - 5 min drive - 1.3 miles - The Big Sheep - 6 min drive - 1.9 miles - Instow Beach - 13 min drive - 6.9 miles - RHS Garden Rosemoor - 18 min drive - 10.6 miles - Saunton Sands - 36 min drive - 21.8 miles ### Getting around - Barnstaple Station - 28 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 92 min drive ### Restaurants - ‪The Thatched Inn - ‬8 min drive - ‪Mr Chips - ‬8 min drive - ‪McDonald's - ‬6 min drive - ‪Bideford Station - ‬8 min drive - ‪Brewers Fayre - ‬6 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Does Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room have a pool? > Yes, this property has a pool. ### Is Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room? > Checkout is at 9:30 AM. ### Where is Swallow Cottage - Sleeps 4 with a pool & games room located? > This family-friendly Bideford cottage is within 1 mi (2 km) of Clovelly Village and Atlantis Adventure Park. The Big Sheep and North Devon Coast are also within 3 miles (5 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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