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The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly

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Exterior
Outdoor dining
Bathroom
Silver Room , Large room, king bed, large sash style windows. Dressing table.
Room

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Bring your furry friends
    Top rated for creating memorable stays with your pets.
  • Gather by the fire
    One of the few properties with a dedicated outdoor firepit.
  • Centrally-located
    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
  • Discover nearby landmarks
    Walk to North Devon Coast
4 bedrooms1+ bathroomSleeps 7

Popular amenities

  • Onsite parking available
  • Dog-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Barbecue grill
  • Balcony or patio

Rooms & beds

4 bedrooms (sleeps 7)

Green Room

1 King Bed

Silver & pale blue room

1 King Bed

Soft Pink room super king zip and link bed

2 Single Beds and 1 King Bed

White room

1 Single Bed

1 bathroom, 1 half bathroom

Bathroom unique

Soap · Towels provided · Bathtub or shower · Toilet · Shampoo · Hair dryer

Toilet 2

Soap · Towels provided · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Porch or lanai
Kitchen
Separate dining area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly

Private Dog-Friendly Devon Estate Near the Coast

Welcome to The Woodlands House Estate, a private countryside retreat on the North Devon Coast, designed for guests seeking space, nature, and a truly dog-friendly holiday.

Set within peaceful surroundings with rolling countryside, coastal walks, and dog-friendly beaches nearby, this unique Devon estate offers the perfect balance of coastal adventure and countryside relaxation.

Here, dogs are welcomed as family, not just allowed.

Guests enjoy exclusive use of the property, creating a private escape ideal for families, couples, and multi-generational stays looking to explore one of the most beautiful parts of South West England.

🌿 Eco-Conscious Sanctuary & Sustainability
Powered by renewable energy and moving passionately toward full estate sustainability, we offer a low-impact, premium country escape. The house is the only guest property situated on the entire estate, completely enveloped by 5 acres of private valley land. These surrounding acres are dedicated to an active nature rewilding project, serving as a protected, quiet haven for local North Devon wildlife, our resident animals, and our free-roaming chickens.

🏡 The Garden Layout & Absolute Privacy
To ensure our animals remain safe and undisturbed, guest access is beautifully focused on your own private, exclusive 1-acre garden grounds. This guarantees our guests unrivaled, uninterrupted peace and absolute privacy with no shared facilities or near neighbors.

The garden layout is thoughtfully designed for family peace of mind:
• Fully Enclosed Upper Lawn: Located directly outside the house, this flat, secure lawn area is completely enclosed. It is a dedicated safe-haven where children can play freely and up to three dogs can safely roam entirely off-lead.
• The Lower Nature Garden & Stream: Beyond the upper lawn, the estate gracefully transitions into a beautiful lower garden bounded by a natural, trickling stream. While the steep, natural valley incline acts as a fantastic natural deterrent that dogs rarely attempt to cross, please note this lower section is kept wild and is not artificially fenced. It provides a stunning, tranquil backdrop, but we simply recommend supervising adventurous pets and young children when exploring this lower area.

Whether you are relaxing in the total peace of the estate or heading out to explore nearby Broad Sands, Woolacombe, or the South West Coast Path, The Woodlands House Estate is a sanctuary where you can truly disconnect.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:30 PM
Minimum age to rent: 23
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
We supply but do not put up items IE Travel cot
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Events

No events allowed
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Pets

Pets allowed: dogs (limit 3 total)
Respect, consideration needed to the wildlife
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Gather used towels
Remove personal items and remove leftover food and drinks
Turn off the lights, lock the doors and return the keys
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Pets ,Pick up mess, there is a silver bin provided outside on the patio . No pets allowed upstairs, or to be left alone at the property unless caged.
No smoking or vaping in the house, there are ashtrays supplied for outside.
If house rules broken we have right to terminate the booking and no monies will be refunded.

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10955760
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
Cashless transactions are available
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Long-term renters welcome
This property uses some solar energy
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

About the area

Ilfracombe

Located in Ilfracombe, this holiday home is in a rural area and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park. Travelling with kids? Consider Watermouth Castle and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. Kayaking and scuba diving offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking/biking trails and cycling nearby.
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Berrynarbor, Devon

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 11 min drive - 10.2 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 19 min drive - 13.0 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 24 min drive - 18.4 km
  • Saunton Sands - 33 min drive - 26.6 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 34 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬10 min drive
  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬11 min drive
  • ‪The Hele Bay Pub - ‬8 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 3 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much does it cost to stay at The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly ?

As of 7 Jun, 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly on 28 Sept, 2026 start from S$452, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly ?

Check-in begins at 4:30 PM.

What time is check-out at The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is The Woodlands House Estate -Private Dog-Friendly located?

This family-friendly Ilfracombe holiday home is located in the mountains, within 3 mi (5 km) of Broadsand beach, Watermouth Castle and North Devon Coast. Newberry Beach and Hele Bay Beach are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.6

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 6 out of 7 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 7 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 7 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

9.2/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Check-in

9.6/10

Communication

9.8/10

Location

9.2/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Phil F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Phil

What a wonderfully peaceful and beautiful location! To top that the property was clean and very functional and our black lab was incredibly well accommodated too. The location manager was very friendly and a huge support with all our daft questions. A great week away for us with plenty of good walks for us and Bruce (the dog 😊). I wouldn’t hesitate to recommend!!
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Jan, 2025
Thank you for your review , we loved having you all especially Bruce . We look forward to seeing you all again.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Tucked away oasis

Lovely rustic property, owners very helpful, nothing too much trouble. Gave some feedback about having a hand held shower over the bath and they were already planning to do something. Having lots of baths instead though was very relaxing. We enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you Sarah for your feedback, we will be implementing the additional hand held shower head at the end of the season ,along with more upgrades to the house. So glad you got to enjoy the bath , it is one thing I really miss from living there. It was lovely having you and we hope to see you again.
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10/10 Excellent

Matt H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A beautiful house with stunning views.

We had a wonderful family vacation here. The grounds are massive and beautiful. The children loved playing on the extensive lawn. The views from the bedrooms were stunning. Some amazing beaches are really close by. We explored lots but will definitely stay here again so we can explore some more. A great base for exploring North Devon. The hosts were super helpful and nothing was too much. We really appreciated all the advice they gave also. Can’t wait to return!
Stayed 7 nights in Jul 2024
Response from VrboOwner on 22 Aug, 2024
We are so glad that you had a fabulous stay. We truly aim to give you a wonderful break as best we can . Thank you so much for your review. We love hearing the children truly enjoying the garden & space. We look forward to seeing you all again. Don’t forget to let us know what else you would like to explore and we will help as much as possible. See you soon .
Verified

10/10 Excellent

evan B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Wow! What a find!

We had an absolutely amazing stay at this property. What a find - a complete retreat! This house is absolutely beautiful, located in the most idyllic spot. The grounds are stunning and you are literally located in a beautiful valley surrounded by woodlands and a babbling brook! The house was immaculately presented however it felt homely so you could relax. The bedrooms are gorgeous - all with beautiful views. We settled in immediately and enjoyed every minute! Our host was the best host ever and we have stayed in a lot of places! The attention to detail was incredible and much appreciated. If you are looking for a relaxing hideaway, then you couldn't ask for more.
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2023
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for your review . We truly appreciate it and so glad you had a great time. We look forward to seeing you all again & The fur babies 🐾.
Verified

6/10 Okay

Graham J.

Liked: Cleanliness, location
Disliked: Check-in

Berrynarbour 10955760

The approach to the house is not inspiring - a broken house sign and untidy path with corrugated iron for fencing in places. Many broken and missing exterior tiles adjacent to side door entrance. A short welcome note with a little local info on walks / recommended places to eat would have been helpful. The wine and milk were a nice touch. Kitchen very tired and fridge light not working. Couldn't find a tray and oven very dirty. Otherwise kitchen well equipped. The bedrooms were nice and towels and bed linen all well laundered. However it was not made clear in the details that the only toilet was in the one bathroom and this is clearly not up to modern standards. There is no shaving point and no hand held shower attachment for washing one's hair. We met the owners who were charming and helpful and are obviously working very hard to update the house. We feel that overall, although the setting is beautiful and tranquil, the house needs further renovations inside and out and is not yet ready to be let to holidaymakers. Kate and Graham Jones
Stayed 5 nights in Jun 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
We are very sorry you felt the property is not to a standard. We are surprised as well as disappointed to receive your review. We have only received 5 star reviews from all other sites . We do not false advertise, it is stated that we only have one bathroom, with an original cast iron bath & rain shower everything has been filled in accurately on the site , so there is no confusion as to what we offer , we are sorry if you missed that information. All our images are accurate and show the house and grounds. The original slate tiles on the side of the house, there are a few missing and we are struggling to get original matching. The whole house is newly rendered otherwise . The singular piece of corrugated iron sheet is our neighbours coming up the drive , this is to stop their dogs and out of our control. As you are aware our drive is over 120 meters long before you get to the house. It is a stoned level driveway, with hedging on both sides . All fencing at our property and gates are new and installed in the last year. All the bedrooms upstairs are newly carpeted and painted and all new beds and furnishings, we have invested in higher quality beds and furnishings for our guests . All upstairs are newly installed double glazed sash style windows to keep with the original age of the house . We were not aware of a light not working in the fridge and will fix that immediately. We have supplied trays and baking dishes and multiple other items in the kitchen . These are also all new as well as all the electrical items for example kettle , microwave, rice cooker 2 different coffee machines. In regards to a dirty oven, I disagree as it is cleaned with oven cleaner in and out after each guest. From your comments we will be replacing it with a new oven, even though the one there is only 5 years old . In regards to a welcome book, we removed due to covid as advised by the industry. We do supply flyers that are replaced after each guest of places to go etc. in the area. We are available to our guest for recommendations as each family is different for hobbies and interests. I do and did request in communication prior to arrival of anything you as our guest would like to do or how I can assist. Again we are disappointed and surprised from your review as this is the first that we have received that has not been great . We acknowledge and have taken your comments on board and will address the couple of items as mentioned. Thank you for your feedback.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

A holiday haven

The Woodlands Estate was the perfect destination for two families to come together and enjoy a few days of relaxation, adventure and fun with all the delights of North Devon countryside and coast at our fingertips. The house was clean and spacious, beautifully designed and decorated with lots of quirky, exotic and home from home touches to delight both adults and children. Encouraged to delve in drawers and cupboards and help ourselves to anything we needed, we came across extendable marshmallow forks, games and tealights - no detail had been overlooked. Outside, we had front row seats to nature's stage, where we had the pleasure of watching a kaleidoscope of birds on the feeder, hedgehogs visiting at night and dark star-crammed skies. The owners, Shelby and Saffron, were delightful, always on hand to provide assistance, with exciting and creative plans for the site...watch this space! They also - very kindly - hosted a meet and greet with the children and their gorgeous gang of goats. We managed just fine between the seven of us and one bathroom - and what a beautiful bathroom it was. Thank goodness we didn't let this put us off staying here - the positives more than made up for it! Unfortunately the pub in the village is temporarily closed but we ate at The Sawmills nearby, reasonably priced pub meals with a Tex Mex vibe. We really didn have to venture far for our entertainment. Climbing down 200 steps to Broadsands Beach felt like landing in a tropical paradise. Watermouth Castle, the harbour and delicious cream teas at 'Storm in a Teacup' opposite, amptly filled an overcast afternoon. Coombe Martin offered clear, crystal water for swimming at high tide and magical rockpooling on a falling tide with mouthwatering pasties from the butchers and shops like 'Moor to Sea' selling handmade toiletries and trinkets to keep us busy in between. We also took an exhilerating 2hr wildlife rib tour with Ilfracombe Coastal Cruises, stopping to spot seals, geological features and hear stories of local history and legend. And that was all without even going near beautiful Exmoor or the stretch of sandy North Devon beaches on our doorstep. A quick detour to Quince Honey Farm, just outside South Milton on our way back down the North Devon link road to the M5 was the perfect way to round up our stay. Thank you for a magical holiday in beautiful Berrynarbour!
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Thank you so much for your lovely review . We truly love that you had a fabulous time. We look forward to seeing you all again, I will let you know when the hot tub iand the additional animals have arrived 😊.Please thank the children for the help with the goats., they love lots of attention especially little fern.
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

What a great place to stay!

Lovely setting. Comfortable homely lounge. Brilliant for kids, loads of games and space to run. Hosts very amenable and welcoming. Hope to return.
Stayed 5 nights in Aug 2022
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Sept, 2023
Hello , It was lovely having met you all. We would love to see you again. Thank you for been such great guests.

About the host

Hosted by Saffron

Host profile image
We have returned to Berrynarbor after 25 years to restore the family home and land and make it an amazing holiday break for families and friends to get away from it all .
We want to share the amazing experiences we had at the house and the opportunity for others to do the same .


We intend to work on the property for the next few years, aiming to be able
To offer the experience to children from collecting fresh eggs in the morning and feeding them.
We amazing memories for this home and we look forward to you having them too. It’s a hidden treasure .

Why they chose this property

My mother bought this property in the 80s before internet . It has been passed down to me and it will be passed to my daughter and her children .
It is what we call home, no matter where we live in the world .
The house is 7.5 acres of grounds in total
The house is built in 1910 , we have kept as much of the original features as possible .
This home just relaxes you .

What makes this property unique

Hidden away , yet so close to everything. You hear the stream from the house which borders the property . It’s lovely to have a coffee on the veranda and look at the views, It’s breathtaking .
We love to open the French doors, it brings the outside in .
It is hard to choose where to stay , since launching Late October 2021 we have had five star reviews . The house is not perfect ! It’s comfortable … including the beds I have been told .Having space for all the family. There are different areas for everyone to either be together or have some quiet time . You have space , privacy and countryside .

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