Title: The Dovecote Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk

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# The Dovecote

## Photo gallery for The Dovecote

![Cottage | Living room | TV, DVD player - The Dovecote (Bideford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31010000/31001300/31001275/c762a989.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit)

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![Cottage | 2 bedrooms, individually decorated, individually furnished, free WiFi - The Dovecote (Bideford)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/32000000/31010000/31001300/31001275/fec28aa3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit)

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- Overview
- Location
- Amenities
- Policies

 The Dovecote provides a garden and more. Guests can connect to free in-room WiFi. 

### Entire home

2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4

## Popular amenities

- Kitchen
- Washing machine
- Pet-friendly
- Parking included
- Free Wi-Fi
- Outdoor space

£355

includes taxes & fees

6 Apr - 7 Apr

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## About this property

### Entire place

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

### The Dovecote

This smoke-free cottage features a garden, free self-parking and free Wi-Fi in public areas. The cottage has 2 bedrooms and offers free WiFi and a DVD player. Guests will find a kitchen with a stovetop, a microwave and a dishwasher. Housekeeping is not available. 

Guest accommodation at this cottage offers DVD players. Rooms open to balconies or patios. Each accommodation is individually furnished and decorated. Accommodation at this 3-star cottage has kitchens with stovetops, microwaves, kitchenware and utensils and dishwashers. 

Bathrooms include baths or showers. This Bideford cottage provides complimentary wireless Internet access. 

The recreational activities listed below are available either on-site or nearby; fees may apply. 

## Property amenities

### Beach

- Beach nearby

### Internet

- Available in the cottage: Free WiFi

### Parking and transport

- Free self parking on site
- Limited on-site self parking
- Onsite parking includes off-street options

### Kitchen

- Cookware, dishware, and utensils
- Dishwasher
- Hob
- Microwave

### Bedrooms

- 2 bedrooms

### Bathroom

- 2 private bathrooms
- Bathtub or shower
- Shower

### Entertainment

- DVD player
- TV

### Outdoor areas

- Balcony
- Garden

### Laundry

- Washing machine

### Comfort

- Heating

### Pets

- Pet friendly

### Suitability/Accessibility

- Smoke-free property

### Services and conveniences

- No housekeeping service
- Virtual front desk

### Things to do

- Hiking/biking trails 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

- Garden
- Individual decor
- Individual furnishings

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## Policies

### Check-in

Check-in start time: 3:00 PM; check-in end time: 11:00 PM 

Contactless check-in and check-out are available 

### Check-out

Check-out before 10:00 AM

Contactless check-out 

### Special check-in instructions

Guests will receive an email with check-in information

A virtual front desk provides assistance to guests 

For any questions, please contact the property using the information on the booking confirmation 

Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools 

### Pets

Pets are allowed

Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees

### Children and extra beds

Children are welcome

### Smoking

Smoking is not permitted 

### Payment types at the property

## 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

This property accepts credit cards and debit cards 

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 has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios and terraces, which may not be suitable for children; if you have any concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm that they can accommodate you in a suitable room 

This property is professionally cleaned 

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

Dovecote Bideford

The Dovecote Cottage

The Dovecote Bideford

The Dovecote Cottage Bideford

## About the area

Located in Bideford, this cottage is near the beach. Hartland Abbey and Fisherman's Cottage are local landmarks, and some of the area's attractions include Shipwreck Museum and The Milky Way Adventure Park. Docton Mill Gardens & Tea Rooms and The Gnome Reserve and Wildflower Garden are also worth visiting. Take the opportunity to explore the area for outdoor excitement like hiking/biking trails. [Visit our Bideford travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Bideford.dx4570)

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Bideford, England

### What's nearby

- ![Croyde which includes a sandy beach, landscape views and tranquil scenes](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182503/1282db74-a9e5-421d-a167-a34ae5207936.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
North Devon Coast  
1 min walk \- 0.0 miles
- ![Goldfinch ](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6263420/cc512861-5095-4a47-a94a-6d8809401b7c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
RHS Garden Rosemoor  
33 min drive \- 21.9 miles
- ![Colourful beach huts in this beautiful beach in North Devon](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6069887/c4cc3eaf-9962-4c04-807a-d7b75c33c528.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Saunton Sands  
55 min drive \- 35.3 miles
- ![Ilfracombe Harbor at sunrise in broad panorama across the picturesque town., Shutterstock ID 690936316, SF SSA Case with Manager Approval: Case 07151371, Job: Prepay credit, Client/Licensee: , Other:](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094347/388235d8-afd5-4e2d-bb60-d4b525291ba3.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Ilfracombe Harbour  
58 min drive \- 37.7 miles
- ![Croyde Devon UK beach in summer with blue sky panoramic view](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6094355/48fb9447-2f88-40ed-8e2f-4c27b0f5af5c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high)  
Croyde Bay Beach  
58 min drive \- 36.8 miles

### Getting around

- Barnstaple Station  
29 min drive

### Restaurants

- The West Country Inn  
10 min drive
- Red Lion Hotel  
10 min drive
- Farmer's Arms  
9 min drive
- Coach and Horses  
11 min drive
- The Old Smithy Inn  
15 min drive

## Frequently asked questions

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