Title: Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge Reviews, Deals & Photos 2026 - Expedia.co.uk [See all properties](http://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?regionId=&selected=76806997&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge Cottage in Cullompton with private hot tub and kitchen ## Photo gallery for Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge ![Property grounds - Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge (Knowle, near Cullompton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807000/76806997/d2435469.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior - Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge (Knowle, near Cullompton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807000/76806997/2354ea50.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge (Knowle, near Cullompton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807000/76806997/7b246a5e.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Fireplace - Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge (Knowle, near Cullompton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807000/76806997/6a6baa02.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior - Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge (Knowle, near Cullompton)](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/77000000/76810000/76807000/76806997/8aa31287.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Escape to Goosedown Lodge, a luxurious one-bedroom retreat in the South West countryside, with your own private hot tub and easy access to Devon's natural beauty. Enjoy an open-plan living space with a woodburner and electric fire, plus a fully-equipped kitchen area for meal preparation. The property also features decking with garden furniture and barbecue overlooking the lake. ## Reviews 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2 ## Popular amenities - Hot tub - Kitchen - Free Wi-Fi - Outdoor space - Parking available - Barbecue grill ## 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. ### Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge Goosedown Lodge is the perfect way to try luxury glamping in the South West countryside, with your very own private hot tub and easy access to the rest of Devon.. 3 steps to entrance. All on the Ground Floor: Open plan living space. Living area: Freeview Smart TV, Woodburner Dining area: Electric Fire Kitchen area: Electric Oven, Induction Hob, Microwave, Fridge, Dishwasher Bedroom: Zip And Link Super Kingsize Bed (2 x Singles On Request) Shower Room: Walk-In Shower, Heated Towel Rail, Toilet. Electric central heating, electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial logs for wood burner included. Welcome pack. Decking with garden furniture and barbecue. Hot tub for 4 (private). Private parking for 2 cars. No smoking. Please note: No children. The property is next to an unfenced lake and has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Goosedown Lodge is a luxurious, one-bedroom retreat overlooking the fishing lakes at Ponsford Ponds on the fringe of the Blackdown Hills, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. This is the ultimate glamping experience with a shower room, bedroom and a spacious open-plan living space, plus there is also a hot tub for private use. The living area has a two-seater sofa, Smart TV, electric fire and a wood burner which makes the property super cosy in the winter. Outside, guests will enjoy private use of their own decked area overlooking the lake with a 4-seater hot tub and a set of table and chairs. The bedroom has a comfortable super kingsize bed which can be setup with twin beds if requested. Ponsford Ponds offers private fishing at no additional cost, with a ¾-acre pond filled with mirror and common carp up to 10lbs, various silver fish, bream, roach, rudd and perch. An additional specimen pond is available with carp up to 20lb, and is 220 yards away. The M5 motorway is just a 10-minute drive from the accommodation, the town of Cullompton is a 5-minute drive and the cathedral city of Exeter is 20 minutes. The award-winning North Devon coastline is within an hour’s drive with its golden sandy surfing beaches, and the fascinating Jurassic South Devon coastal beauty spots are within a 30-minute drive. The National Parks of Exmoor and Dartmoor are both within an easy 50-minute drive, showcasing rolling wild green moorlands where you will find breathtaking scenery. Cullompton is a traditional market town which has a wide range of independent shops, cafés and public houses. Coldharbour Woollen Mill can be found just outside of the town centre, as can the National Trust properties of Killerton and Knightshayes. Other tourist attractions include Diggerland, The Bear Trail and Quad World. The Grand Western Canal, with its famous horse drawn narrowboats and family boat hire, is just 3 miles away, and Tiverton Castle, Bickleigh Mill and the Fisherman’s Cot pub and bridge (said to be the inspiration for ‘Bridge Over Troubled Water’) are all within a 15-minute drive. With delightful walks right on your doorstep, Goosedown Lodge is perfect for guests looking to enjoy the peace and quiet of a Devon beauty spot. Free WiFi The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply. No children or babies allowed. 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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 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 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 su-UK38395-UK38395 ## About the area Located in Cullompton, this cottage is in a rural area. Exmoor National Park and Blackdown Hills reflect the area's natural beauty and area attractions include Diggerland and Yaraks Birds Of Prey Falconry Centre. Monsters Mansion and Mansell Raceway are also worth visiting. [Visit our Cullompton travel guide](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cullompton.dx6124796) [View more Cottages in Cullompton](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Cullompton-Cottages.d6124796-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%7C50.85728%2C-3.42059&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=jXbSaGIGTUrgPbDclvHDgKgu28E=) Knowle, near Cullompton ### What's nearby - ![Sunset from the Valley of the Rocks](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/553248621532490240/b4c0a8c1-8159-49a5-a24a-96ca684167cf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Exmoor National Park 27 min drive \- 17.7 miles - ![Powderham Castle which includes interior views, art and a castle](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/6204647/11cdadf8-95c8-4110-9f96-f7e847302bda.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Powderham Castle 29 min drive \- 21.2 miles - ![0_602099](https://images.trvl-media.com/place/182504/5cde4350-b138-4bec-bf0e-386c689a88bf.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=115.61&rh=65.03&ra=fit&q=high) Dartmoor National Park 38 min drive \- 29.6 miles - Edenvale Park 5 min drive \- 2.2 miles - University of Exeter 21 min drive \- 14.6 miles ### Getting around - Whimple Station 16 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) 29 min drive ### Restaurants - Costa Coffee 4 min drive - McDonald's 4 min drive - Elsie May's 10 min drive - Fishermans Cot 15 min drive - The Lamb 11 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge pet-friendly? ### How much is parking at Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge? ### What time is check-in at Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge? ### What time is check-out at Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge? ### Where is Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge located? ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Ponsford Ponds - Goosedown Lodge Reviews ## Reviews ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative. [More information](https://www.expedia.co.uk/lp/b/content-guidelines) 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Location ## Reviews ### 10/10 Excellent #### Nick T. 1 Apr 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Absolutely beautiful location Lovely place to stay, peaceful location and everything we needed for a relaxing break. Already recommended it to a couple of friends. Wouldn’t hesitate going back. ##### Nick T. 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