Title: Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage' 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 # Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage' Cottage in Ilfracombe with kitchen ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39491400/39491395/9f02842b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39491400/39491395/06d2285c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39491400/39491395/d79958db.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39491400/39491395/w4608h2906x0y0-b773ea13.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/40000000/39500000/39491400/39491395/478bd331.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a secluded spot, this 200-year-old stone cottage offers a charming retreat with Wi-Fi, private parking, and a fully equipped kitchen. Unwind in the suntrap courtyard garden or take advantage of nearby Combe Martin Beach and village amenities like pubs and fish shops. 9.8 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - - Dryer - Pet-friendly - Washer - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## 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. ### Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage' This is a cosy 200 year old stone built cottage with Character! The cottage is in a tucked away location away from the road but within walking distance to local pubs and the village amenities. The Pack of Cards is a 10 minute walk away and a further 10 minutes walk will take you to the Combe Martin Beach! The cottage is fully equipped for an enjoyable and welcomed break including Wi- Fi, a fully equipped kitchen and the essential free private parking at the rear of the cottage for a hassle free break! In addition there is a private and pretty suntrap courtyard garden. The village has many amenities to offer including the following: two great fish and chip shops, 5 pubs to choose from, (some with free pool) a village bakery, gift shops, several convenience stores, a post office, a library, a chemist, a lovely tea room, a deli, ice cream and rock shops, a tourist centre and a museum. And of course a fantastic beach which is great for rock pooling and numerous caves to explore. The beach is exceptionally good for kayaking and there are two very good hire shops in the village including tours and lessons. The main bedroom has a King size Bed with some countryside views from the window. The Second Bedroom has a Trundle bed and can be used either as a single bed or two single beds or as a double. Please contact me on booking and advise how you would like the second bedroom set up. The cottage has a modern bathroom, a fully equipped kitchen with fridge and freezer and microwave oven and gas oven. There is also the added benefit of a b washing machine and there is also a Dishwasher which you might not get with other holiday cottages of a similar price! There is a tiered courtyard Garden for al fresco dining. There are stairs to the rear and the cottage is not deemed suitable if you have mobility issues or toddlers. One well behaved dog is accepted. ## Property amenities ### Beach - Beach loungers ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Paper towels - Refrigerator - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub - Hair dryer - Shampoo - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Games - Smart TV with cable/satellite channels ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Garden - Outdoor furniture ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - Pet friendly - Welcoming dogs only - Up to 25 kg per pet ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: Outside only ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village - Near a hospital - Near a zoo ### Things to do - 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21 ### Check-out Check-out before 10:00 AM ### Special check-in instructions You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools ### Rules No dogs allowed upstairs and in the bedrooms. No Smoking inside the cottage No Parties, excessive noise or nuisance to neighbours ### Pets Pets are allowed Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees Welcoming dogs only 1 total (up to 25 kg per pet) Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property on the number on the booking confirmation ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: tiered garden with steps ### Events No events allowed ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted Outside only ## Important information ### You need to know This property is managed by a private host (a party not acting within their trade, business or profession). EU consumer law, including the right of withdrawal, will not apply to your booking. The cancellation policy set by the private host will cover your booking. 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 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 ### Property is also known as Comfortable Character Cottage 'bumble Cottage' Cottage Comfortable Character Cottage 'bumble Cottage' Ilfracombe ## About the area ![Map](https://maps.googleapis.com/maps/api/staticmap?&size=660x330&map_id=3b266eb50d2997c6¢er=51.200836,-4.027262&zoom=13&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&path=color:0xFFFFF|weight:2|fillcolor:0x005AEB7F|enc:i%60pwHjqqW%3FW%3FY%3FW%40Y%40W%3FY%40W%40Y%40WBW%40YBWBW%40WBWBYDWBWBUDWDWBWFUDWDUDUFWFUDUFUFSFUHUFSFSHUFSHQHSHSHQHSJQHQJQHQJQJOJOJOHOLOJOJMLOJMLMJKLMLKLKJKLKLKLINILILILINGLGNGLGLENGNELENENCLCNCNCNCNALANANANAL%3FN%3FN%3FN%3FN%40N%40N%40L%40N%40NBNBNBLBNBNDLDNDLFNDLFNFLFLFNHLHLHLHNHLJJJLJLJLJJLLLLJJNLLJLJNJNJNJNJNJPJNHPJPHPJPHRHPHRHRFPHTHRFRFTHRFTFTFRDTFVDTFTDTDVDTDVDVBVDVBTDVBX%40VBVBVBV%40X%40VBV%40X%40V%3FX%40V%3FX%40V%3FX%3FV%3FX%3FVAX%3FVAX%3FVAXAVCVAXAVCVCXCVAVCVEVCVEVCVETEVETEVETGVETGTETGTGTGRITGRGTIRIRGRIRIPIRIPKPIPKPIPKPKNKPKNKNKLKNKNMLKLMLMLKJMJMLMJKHMJOHMJMHMFOHMFMFOFMFOFMDODMDODOBMDOBOBO%40OBM%40O%40O%40O%3FO%40O%3FO%3FMAO%3FOAOAMAOCOAOCOCMEOCOEMEOEOEMGMEOGMIOGMIMGMIOKMIMKMIKKMKMMMKKMMMKMMMKOKMMOIOKOKQKOKQIOKQISKQIQISIQISISGSISGUGSIUGSGUGUEUGUGUEWEUEUGWCWEUEWCWCWEWCWCWAWCYCWAWCYAWAWAY%3FWAYAW%3FY%3FW%3FY&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=_PvqD8M50lTxK3ZCCSZqLnuPAIE=) Combe Martin, ENG #### What's nearby - North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - South West Coast Path Section 4 Trailhead - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Combe Martin Beach - 19 min walk - 1.0 mile - Newberry Beach - 3 min drive - 1.1 miles - Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - 4 min drive - 1.3 miles #### Getting around - Barnstaple Station - 29 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Dolphin - ‬11 min drive - ‪The Black & White - ‬19 min walk - ‪The Sawmills Freehouse - ‬4 min drive - ‪Royal Britannia - ‬10 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage' pet-friendly? > Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 1 total) with a maximum weight of up to 25 kg per pet. Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details. ### How much is parking at Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage'? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### What time is check-in at Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage'? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage'? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Comfortable Character Cottage 'Bumble Cottage' located? > Situated in Ilfracombe, this cottage is within 1 mile (2 km) of South West Coast Path Section 4 Trailhead, South West Coast Path Section 3 Trailhead and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. Combe Martin Beach and Wild Pear beach are also within 2 miles (3 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. 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