Title: Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton 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 # Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ![Fridge, microwave, oven, stovetop](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59680000/59678100/59678025/7fa71097.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59680000/59678100/59678025/2ae28554.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Interior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59680000/59678100/59678025/d29bf6e4.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59680000/59678100/59678025/c4af8b2b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Smart TV, DVD player, books, video library](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/60000000/59680000/59678100/59678025/8d139670.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location At Lychgate Cottage, enjoy the charm of village life in North Devon. Return to this beautifully renovated terraced cottage after a day exploring and unwind in the well-equipped kitchen or comfortable sitting area. 10 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedroomsSleeps 4560 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Dryer - Washer - Kitchen - Free WiFi ## 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. ### Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton Located on the square of the charming village of Chittlehampton in North Devon, Lychgate Cottage is a great holiday base for those wanting to experience a slice of village life. This terraced cottage has been renovated to a very good standard by the owners. Well-appointed and furnished throughout, the cottage is a great place to return to after a busy day of sightseeing or coping with the hectic pace of village life! Being located on the square means the good local pub and community run shop are all within easy walking distance. The village church that towers over the square also makes for an imposing sight. The cottage boasts an open plan downstairs with wooden floors and a well equipped kitchen (completely refitted in January 2021) together with comfortable dining and sitting areas. The first floor has a recently refitted shower room and has two double bedrooms. Free parking is available in the square just outside the cottage. The cottage has been offered for rent as a holiday cottage with cottages.com since July 2014, achieving an average customer rating in excess of 9.5/10 for each of the seasons from 2015 to 2020. Achieving a Customer's Choice award for this period. ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: Free WiFi ### Parking and transport - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Coffee/tea maker - Cookware, dishware, and utensils - Dishwasher - Electric kettle - Hob - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Spices - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - Hair dryer - Shower - Soap - Toilet paper - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - Books - DVD player - Smart TV - Video library ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoke-free property - Note from host: A non smoking or vaping cottage ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - In a village ### 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 - Deadbolt lock ### General - At least 80% lighting from LEDs - Double-glazed windows - Recycling - Unit size: 560 square feet ## Policies ### Check-in Check-in time starts at 4:00 PM Minimum check-in age - 25 ### 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 ### Check-out instructions The host requires you to complete the following before checking out: Strip any used beds and gather used towels Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish Lock the doors and return the keys Ensure washing up is done and put away Replace one set of keys in the keysafe Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host. ### Rules Guests are required to leave the cottage in a tidy fashionCleaning is not expected, although washing-up should be done, beds stripped and bins emptied Maximum booking that will be accepted is 14 days without consultation. If you wish to book for a longer period please contact the owner. ### Pets Pets not allowed ### Children and extra beds Children are welcome Note from host: An upstairs stairgate is available ### Events No events allowed The property is only suitable for 4 guests ### Smoking Smoking is not permitted A non smoking or vaping cottage ## 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 Note from host: The property is only suitable for 4 guests 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 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 ### Property is also known as Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ## 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%7C51.01279%2C-3.94586&channel=expedia-HotelInformation&maptype=roadmap&scale=1&key=AIzaSyCYjQus5kCufOpSj932jFoR_AJiL9yiwOw&signature=rOZTkE5v-wbv4u_TJQtODHIMvAU=) Chittlehampton, England #### What's nearby - St. Hieritha's Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 miles - Queen's Theatre - 17 min drive - 8.6 miles - RHS Garden Rosemoor - 21 min drive - 13.2 miles - Exmoor National Park - 25 min drive - 14.8 miles - Saunton Sands - 33 min drive - 18.3 miles #### Getting around - Umberleigh Station - 5 min drive - Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 63 min drive #### Restaurants - ‪The Old Coaching Inn - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Castle Inn - ‬13 min drive - ‪The Whiddon Valey Fryer - ‬15 min drive - ‪The Welcome Fryer - ‬9 min drive - ‪The Corn Dolly - ‬9 min drive ## Frequently asked questions ### Is Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton pet-friendly? > No, pets are not allowed at this property. ### What time is check-in at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ? > Check-in begins at 4:00 PM. ### What time is check-out at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ? > Checkout is at 10:00 AM. ### Where is Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton located? > Situated in Umberleigh, this cottage is steps from St. Hieritha's Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Highbullen Golf Course and South Molton Hospital. South Molton Library and South Molton Museum 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 ## Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton 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 - Excellent 68 8 - Good 4 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 ### 10/10 Cleanliness ### 9.0/10 Amenities ### 9.0/10 Property conditions & facilities ### 8.0/10 Eco-friendliness ### 10/10 Excellent #### Colin R. 16 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy A beautiful property in an idealic village. All the essential appliances, good quality furniture and very well maintained. The Bell public house offers good food and a great atmosphere and only a short walk across the square. We would highly recommend a stay. ##### Colin R. Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Mark F. 30 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location. A clean well equipped cottage in an awesome spot with so much history and great walking around the area and to top it off a very welcoming inn, will recommend to friends and family. ##### Mark F. Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Tricia W. 3 Jun 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable, well equipped cottage Well appointed property in a lovely village setting. Quiet and very comfortable. Great welcoming pub across the square. Village also has a well stocked village shop that doubles as a post office and cafe. They kindly offered to keep a copy of our newspaper on the side for us each day, and can definitely recommend their bacon baps, coffee and cake! ##### Tricia W. Stayed 7 nights in May 2025 ### 10/10 Excellent #### phill k. 25 Jul 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Quiet weekend Really nice place to stay, clean and modern. village pub with home cooked food was really nice. ##### phill k. Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Richard B. 4 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Well appointed cottage, very clean and in a great location. The property is in a nice location to the local pub, serving good food and drinks. The property has everything you require and we'll thought out. We really enjoyed our stay. ##### Richard B. Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross W. 7 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely little getaway Great property overall in a lovely spot close to the local Pub. Owners were very friendly and helpful. ##### Ross W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sue 29 Apr 2024 Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication A lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful village. A pub, a shop, a church and beautiful scenery and places to visit. Our stay was a real tonic and I hope we’ll be back ##### Sue Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Jennifer W. 14 Feb 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Nice base for trip to north Devon The house was spotless, comfortable and had everything we needed. ##### Jennifer W. Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Karen C. 2 Nov 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### OCTOBER BREAK My daughter and i had a wonderful 3 night stay. The home is beautiful and has everything you need ##### Karen C. Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Christina E. 17 Mar 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable clean cottage Excellent return stay at this beautiful, well equipped and warm cottage. Gorgeous village and great location. Thank you! ##### Christina E. Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Hayley R. 5 Mar 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Post Birthday getaway with friends A lovely, cosy cottage in a friendly beautiful village . ##### Hayley R. Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Veronica T. 10 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Great location in town square of a quaint village A lovely place to stay in a quaint rural village. We really enjoyed the property and being on the town square with a really fabulously run and family owned pub across the square. The place was clean, good size rooms and all that you needed. Id definitely book again ##### Veronica T. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Ross W. 13 May 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage in great location Very nice little cottage in the heart of the lovely village of Chittlehampton. Close to the local Pub and shop makes this cottage a great place to stay. Good communication from the owner, with effortless check in process. Highly recommended. ##### Ross W. Stayed 3 nights in May 2024 ### 8/10 Good #### Michael G. 22 Mar 2022 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy #### Nice stay Would have liked more information on the listing re food shopping and village services ##### Michael G. Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Leigh H. 31 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Loved it! Great little cottage - we loved our stay! Very clean throughout and has everything you could possibly need. Location is good and only a short drive away from Barnstaple and the beaches. We'll definitely be returning. ##### Leigh H. Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### ka u. 6 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Devon trip We had a lovely stay despite the weather. The cottage had everything we needed. We enjoyed visits to woolacombe and croyde and loved The Bell for food and games of pool in the eve. ##### ka u. Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### valerie s. 1 Jun 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chittlehampton visit. Lovely location. Cottage beautifully clean and well equipped. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Lychgate cottage. Would highly recommend. ##### valerie s. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Margaret P. 30 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lychgate Cottage Very happy with the furnishings, equipment and level of care in maintaining the house. Good location for touring North Devon. ##### Margaret P. Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Sarah S. 1 Jun 2021 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chittlehampton A delightful place to stay! Thank you. ##### Sarah S. Stayed 4 nights in May 2021 ### 10/10 Excellent #### John F. 25 Sept 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lovely cottage and location . ##### John F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Steven L. 8 Jul 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lychgate Chittlehampton Wonderful old cottage beautifully modernised inside. Absolutely everything you could want added to make for a really enjoyable stay. ##### Steven L. Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### hazel d. 30 May 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Chilled Perfect, peaceful, home from home. Everything we needed for a relaxing weekend. Location was great to get to all the places on our list to visit. The host was communicative and gave great info for local places to go as well as maps etc provided in the cottage. ##### hazel d. Stayed 3 nights in May 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Claire n. 23 Jan 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Comfortable , well equipped house Very well presented ,nice touches with milk and cava in the fridge , clean , would recommend to all . ##### Claire n. Stayed 4 nights in Jan 2023 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Susan F. 9 Oct 2024 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### A little gem This was a very well appointed, cosy and comfortable, and Chittlehampton is a delightful place to base oneself for Exmoor and the north coast. Thank you, too, to Miguel for his excellent communication, efficiency and friendliness. Highly recommended. ##### Susan F. Stayed 3 nights in Sep 2024 ### 10/10 Excellent #### Emily S. 21 Aug 2023 Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy #### Lychgate cottage 12th-19th Aug Lovely, well presented little cottage with all essential things you need to make your stay as easy and comfortable as possible. A home from home and Chittlehampton is a lovely area and the people are too. Not too far a drive to barnstaple or to most of the beaches so is a good location. Would definitely recommend and would definitely consider returning in the future!! ##### Emily S. 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