Title: Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. 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 # Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. Family-friendly holiday home in Ilfracombe with a water park ![Beach](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978500/45978497/03aec889.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978500/45978497/de52e65a.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978500/45978497/d2b67e4c.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, fireplace, ping pong, books](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978500/45978497/dbf45e7f.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/46000000/45980000/45978500/45978497/025f4e10.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Location - Amenities - Policies Nestled in a lovely rural location, The Stables offers a charming retreat with an enclosed cottage garden and private parking. Enjoy the light-filled open-plan kitchen/lounge area, perfect for relaxing after exploring the nearby beaches or playing games in the barn. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms2 bathroomsSleeps 4 ## Popular amenities - Dryer - Parking available - Washer - Fireplace - Barbecue grill - Kitchen ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. The Stables is a stunning recent conversion of old stables with its own enclosed cottage garden and private parking. It is one of three cottages at Strawfields, which has the best of both worlds, a small holding of 8 acres in a lovely rural location, yet it is just a short drive to the beaches. The Stables is a fantastic recent conversion of old stables with its own enclosed cottage garden and private parking. The cottage is all on one level and a gentle slope from the car parking area leads down to the French doors. Sleeps 4 (Sorry no pets or children under 3 as there is a small stream in the garden) Bedroom one has a vaulted ceiling with skylight and the original beams, a double size bed, chest of drawers, wardrobe, smart TV, USB sockets and a private en-suite bathroom with bath, basin and WC The second bedroom has two single beds that can be zip-linked together to make a king size bed on request, USB sockets, dresser, luggage rack and chair The second bathroom with walk in monsoon shower, WC and basin a large open plan kitchen/lounge and dining area original vaulted beams and oak floor The Stables has original vaulted beams with an oak floor, it has a large open plan kitchen/lounge and dining area. A truly perfect match of new and old. It is light and spacious. There is a large well equipped kitchen with a double oven, electric hob, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher The lounge area has a large comfy sofa, easy leather chair and smart TV. To one corner is a study area with an antique desk, USB sockets and bookcase filled with an excellent selection of reading material and board games​. ​French doors lead out onto the sunny patio with garden furniture for 4 and BBQ, perfect for breakfast outside. It is a private and sheltered cottage garden with views across the stream and over the fields. Hidden at the end of the garden is a bridge made from wood from the original reclaimed manger and stable doors, that leads out to the fields and trampolines for the children to play​. What we provide: bed linen, bath towels, tea towels washing up liquid with a cloth, dishwasher tablets, hand wash unlimited Wi-Fi and smart TVs books, puzzles and toys ​games barn and trampolines plenty of space to store bikes and surf boards a warm drying room for wet suits (available in cooler months)​ ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the house: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Car required - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 2 bathrooms - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Fireplace - Living room - Wood stove ### Entertainment - Books - Games - Smart TV ### Outdoor areas - Barbecue grill - Fenced yard - Firepit - Garden - Outdoor furniture - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a rural location - Near a health/beauty spa - Near a hospital - Near a zoo - Near the bay - Near the marina - Near the sea ### Things to do - Arcade/game room - Billiards/pool table - Table tennis - Water park - Basketball nearby - Birdwatching nearby - Ecotours nearby - Fishing nearby - Golfing nearby - Hiking/biking trails nearby - Horseback riding nearby - Jet skiing nearby - Kayaking nearby - Motor boating nearby - Mountain biking nearby - Rock climbing nearby - Sailing nearby - Scuba diving nearby - Snorkelling nearby - Surfing/bodyboarding nearby - Swimming nearby - Theme park nearby - Wildlife walks nearby ### 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) - First aid kit - Fire extinguisher - Deadbolt lock ### General - Garden ## Similar properties ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/106000000/105170000/105168400/105168355/w2016h1288x0y224-0c57c11b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Byre Cottage - Two Bedroom House, Sleeps 4 Willingcott - Pool - Kitchen - Parking available - Microwave [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=105168355&PinnedHotelID=105168355&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior detail](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/83000000/82750000/82742800/82742737/d570f52b.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Killington Lodge, Kentisbury Grange Barnstaple - Hot tub - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly 9.0 Wonderful 14 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=82742737&PinnedHotelID=82742737&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Beach nearby, sun-loungers, beach towels](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/38000000/37680000/37677500/37677420/2831cf62.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Riverside Cottage With Garden And Woodburner Braunton - Kitchen - Washer - Dryer - Pet-friendly 9.8 Exceptional 42 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=37677420&PinnedHotelID=37677420&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/33000000/32930000/32923400/32923308/627a8256.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### The Threshing Barn - HSSW Patchole, near Barnstaple - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 9.4 Exceptional 9 reviews [](https://www.expedia.co.uk/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-11-30&endDate=2025-12-01&selected=32923308&PinnedHotelID=32923308&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ## Policies ### Check-in Contactless check-in and check-out are available ### Check-out Contactless check-out ### 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, a first aid kit and a deadlock 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. ### We should mention A car is required for transport to and from this property ### Property is also known as Vrbo Property ## About the area ![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%7C51.16534%2C-4.09695&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=UEpw0pEdN124ecp4icvXbaaMDfI=) ILFRACOMBE, England #### What's nearby - Ilfracombe Aquarium - 3 min drive - 2.4 miles - Marwood Hill Gardens - 5 min drive - 3.2 miles - Ilfracombe Harbour - 7 min drive - 3.9 miles - Hele Bay Beach - 8 min drive - 3.8 miles - Verity Statue - 8 min drive - 4.1 miles #### Getting around - Barnstaple Station - 27 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬8 min drive - ‪Good Food & Drink Depot - ‬4 min drive - ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬7 min drive - ‪Annie and the Flint - ‬7 min drive - ‪The Thatched Inn - ‬7 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### How much is parking at Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn.? > On-site parking is available at the property. ### Where is Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. located? > This family-friendly Ilfracombe holiday home is located by the sea, 2.3 mi (3.6 km) from Ilfracombe Aquarium, and within 6 mi (10 km) of Marwood Hill Gardens and Watermouth Castle. Hele Bay Beach and Ilfracombe Beach are also within 6 miles (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Strawfields. Stunning cottage in amazing location close to the sea + Games Barn. Reviews 10 ### 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 Cleanliness ### 10 Location 10 - Excellent 1 8 - Good 0 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Excellent #### David S. 14 Nov 2020 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A hidden gem. We spent a week in 'The Stables', a lovely cottage, very well equipped, cosy and warm, a good thing if you're booking in Autumn/Winter. The cottage is tucked away in the countryside but within easy reach of Ilfracombe and central for visiting many other places. The host, Alex, was friendly & helpful & communication over booking and access was excellent. I would highly recommend this cottage and will certainly be visiting again. ##### David S. 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