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Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott

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A two-story house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water.
A wooden dock extending into a calm river surrounded by lush greenery.
A rooftop garden with potted plants and flowers.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, dining table, chairs, and a staircase leading to another room.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and washing machine.

Reviews

9.6 out of 10
Exceptional

Highlights

  • Made for relaxation

    Top-rated for comfort — guests feel right at home here.

  • Centrally-located

    You're never far from where you need to be with this convenient location.
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Patio
  • Internet access
  • Washing machine
  • Refrigerator
  • Onsite parking available
  • Non-smoking

Explore the area

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West Down, Devon
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Woolacombe Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬
  • Place, Ilfracombe Harbour
    ‪25 min drive‬

Where you'll sleep

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Bedroom 1

1 Double Bed

Bedroom 2

2 Single Beds

1 bathroom

Bathroom

Bathtub or shower · Toilet

Spaces

Deck or patio
Kitchen
Outdoor play area
Garden
Dining area

About this property

Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott

Smithy Cottage, a cosy two bedroom cottage for two or small families offers the perfect base to explore North Devon. Situated in a quiet valley just outside the picturesque village of West Down, this charming holiday let is also only 4 miles from the popular coastal resorts of Ilfracombe and Woolacombe, and not far from Combe Martin.

Accommodation details
Ground Floor
Lounge/Dining Area: Large comfortable sofas, TV with Freeview, DVD player, fold away dining table & chairs
Kitchen: Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine.

First Floor
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom with double bed
Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom with two full size single beds.
Bathroom: Bath with shower overhead, WC and wash basin.

Important Information
Gas central heating, electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine, WiFi, bed linen and towels provided (beach towels not supplied), cot (please bring your own cot bedding), high chair on request, short breaks available, no smoking, pet free cottage, 4 miles from the coast, 0.5 miles from the nearest pub, weekly changeover day is Friday, supermarket delivery, outdoor dining area in communal courtyard , off road parking for 1 car, over 4 acres of communal grounds, a children’s play area, two fishing lakes (rod licence required).

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House Rules

Check in after 5:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 21

Check out before 9:00 AM

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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

No pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 11431119
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

About the area

Ilfracombe

Located in Ilfracombe, this cottage is on a lake. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. Travelling with kids? Consider Marwood Hill Gardens and St Anne's Arts & Community Centre. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding.
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West Down, Devon

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 14 min drive - 6.5 km
  • Marwood Hill Gardens - 15 min drive - 7.5 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 20 min drive - 10.8 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 22 min drive - 21.7 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 25 min drive - 15.0 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Admiral Collingwood (Wetherspoon) - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Thatched Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪The Hele Bay Pub - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much is parking at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott?

Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott?

Checkout is at 9:00 AM.

Where is Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott located?

Located on a lake, this family-friendly cottage is within 6 mi (10 km) of North Devon Coast, Marwood Hill Gardens, and Ilfracombe Beach. Wildersmouth Beach and Capstone Hill are also within 6 miles (10 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 8 - Good. 2 out of 7 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 7 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Communication

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Recent family holiday,staying at Smithy cottage

We recently enjoyed a weeks holiday in the Devon sunshine staying at the cottages.There were three of us in Smithy cottage.The cottage was clean and well presented,and was well equiped for a self catering break.The location of the cottages provides ample outdoor space for a peacefull break.This is the third time we have stayed at the cottages.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect accommodation

The cottage was immaculately clean, well equipped, comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated. It is set in beautiful countryside and a short drive from both Woolacombe and Ilfracombe. The grounds are lovely, especially the lakes, and Janine was the perfect hostess, friendly and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A lovely rural location

Janine and staff and did a great job of ensuring that our stay was safe and enjoyable. The location was ideal for us as we wanted to visit many different coastal places and towns as we walked many sections of the SW Coast Path. We were able to complete from Combe Martin to Instow over 5 days and 4 nights and really enjoyed our stay at Aylescott.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our stay at Smithy Cottage . The beds were very comfortable and we loved the beautiful view from the living room . Everything we needed was provided . Our only quibble was with the basin taps in the bathroom which could have been longer it would be easier to wash your hands ! The cottages are down a narrow Devon countryside lane . It was very peaceful and we would return .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, peaceful, quiet break

The cottage was very clean and well stocked with cleaning materials. The kitchen has everything you need. The place is cosy and welcoming. The narrow road to the cottage is typical of Devon lanes so care is needed. A small friendly shop in the small town. A short drive to a large Tesco where you can stock up. The mattress in the main bedroom is appalling and must be changed. I slept terribly! The Wi-fi is intermittent bear this in mind if it is an integral part of your stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Served its purpose well. Nice cushions.

We enjoyed our stay and the cottage served its purpose - of providing comfortable accommodation near Woolacombe. The furnishings were comfortable and attractive, we liked the living room furniture. But, the double bed, while comfortable enough, is quite flimsy and shaky. The only real problem was the shower attachment, which is unreliable; switching from hot to cold and changing pressure on a whim (bearing no relationship to other use of water within the cottage). I'd really recommend that you install a proper, self-heating shower, as the inadequate shower does let this cottage down. The play area was good; sturdy and new looking and our daughter enjoyed playing there. We liked having the outdoor space available to stroll or sit in (unfortunately the weather was against us most days). We usually enjoy reading the visitor book and saying hello to resident owners but understand that things were unusual this year, because of Covid.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025

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