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Challacombe holiday cottage rental with internet access, balcony/terrace, walking and fireplace

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  • Cottage
  • 2 bedrooms
  • Sleeps 4
  • Min stay varies
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Key information

  • 100% refund within 24 hours after booking. See Policies & House Rules
  • Nearest beach 16 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

Relax in front of the multi-fuel stove, or dine al fresco on the patio outside this charming cottage which is all on one level, ideal for families, couples & pets, and anyone who may have difficulty with stairs. Garden Cottage, at Exmoor Cottage Holidays, is in a peaceful village location and is warm & comfortable with an enclosed patio garde, large children's play area and just five minutes walk from a shop & pub.

Garden Cottage (part of "Town Tenement Farm") is cosy and snug, having recently been renovated with a modern kitchen & wet-room and part double-glazed. There is a large living room with exposed beams, a multi-fuel stove, leather seating and Freeview TV and a dining area with dining table and chairs. There are French doors to a lovely enclosed patio garden with a passionflower, virginia creeper and a picnic table.

The fully-equipped kitchen has an electric oven & hob, fridge (freezer box) and microwave. There are two small bedrooms, a double bedroom and a twin, and a wetroom with shower, hand-basin & WC.

No-one can be bored at Garden Cottage. If the WiFi and 100 or so Freeview TV channels aren't enough there are many books, games & DVD's, and three acres of grounds to explore (with wild-flower meadow, wildlife pond, and large children's play area with two towers, bridge, swing, slide, climbing wall, fireman's pole, etc). Watch the birds in the patio garden or enjoy a family picnic in the grounds which has lovely views of Exmoor.

A cot and high chair are usually available to hire (£5 each), a fire guard and safety gate are available free of charge, and towel sets available for hire (£5 per set comprising bath towel and hand towel) - all subject to availability - please check well in advance and book early if available.

Pets are very welcome £20 per stay/per pet, payable on arrival. The types and numbers of pets MUST be mentioned in advance, preferably in the Message To Owner section of the Booking Request. Not all pets will be welcome and there are number limits - please check in advance. Hand-soap, cleaning materials and tea towels are provided, and a welcome pack with a few essentials (until you can get to a shop) including a basket of logs & kindling, tea, coffee, sugar, fresh milk, bin bag, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner & matches.

Garden Cottage is in the quiet and peaceful village of Challacombe and within the Exmoor National Park. Within 300 yards is an excellent pub with award-winning food and real ales, and a handy general shop and Post Office. Challacombe has excellent local walks and is an ideal central location from which to explore Exmoor, the sandy beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde, and the spectacular coastline of North Devon & Somerset.

The Garden Cottage is one of five holiday cottages (known as "Exmoor Cottage Holidays") converted from a former farm. The cottages form a 'U' shape around a charming courtyard and each has a log burning stove and an enclosed garden. The other four cottages (sleeping 1-6 people) are available separately, look under "Challacombe". The owners, John & Melanie Moore, live just next door and like to greet all customers personally.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Single Beds
  • Beds in other rooms:
  • 1 Shower room

Families

  • Great for children of all ages
  • Pets welcome
  • Cot available
  • High chair available

Access

  • Parking
  • Not suitable for wheelchair users

Essentials

  • Wi-Fi available
  • Private garden
  • Climbing frame
  • Swing set
  • BBQ
  • Patio
  • Balcony or terrace
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Washing machine
  • Clothes dryer
  • Iron
  • High chair available
  • TV
  • DVD player
  • Stereo system
  • Linen provided

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Interaction with guest

The owners of Exmoor Cottage Holidays, John & Melanie, live just next door and welcome each guest personally. We are available most days to help you get the very most from your stay. We have lived in the area since 1997 and can advise the best walks, places to visit, restaurants, local attractions, etc. and show you them on an Ordnance Survey map (which you may borrow). We can help light the fire in your cottage, show you how to keep it going, and we sometimes have some special offers just for our guests.
Garden Cottage. Log fire, walled garden, Free WiFi and parking, pets welcome – Home 578980

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    Full refund

    100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).

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    50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.

    No refund

    No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.

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    Things to know

    Check in: 16:00 Check out: 10:00
    If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.

    Payment

    This rental can only be paid for online through Holiday Lettings using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
    Damage deposit: £100.00

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    Smoking

    No smoking at this property

    House rules

    Please note that all bookings of Garden Cottage are subject to Exmoor Cottage Holidays terms and conditions (shown below the availability calendar and in the rental agreement made available on the booking page). Prices given do not include pets (£20 each per stay) or towel hire (£5 for a bath & hand towel).

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    About the owner

    Melanie And John M.
    Average reply time:
    2 hours 38 minutes

    Calendar updated:
    21 Apr 2024

    Years listed:
    10

    Based in:
    United Kingdom
    Languages spoken: English
    This Cottage has 2 bedrooms, 1 bathroom and sleeps 4. It has been listed on Holiday Lettings since 09 Aug 2013. Located in Exmoor National Park, it has 52 reviews with an overall rating of 5. The average weekly rate varies from £571 to £1113.
    The Owner has a response rate of 100% and the property’s calendar was last updated on 21 Apr 2024.
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    Reviews

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    Climber800769
    Littlehampton, United Kingdom

    Country cottage, lovely walks and cream teas
    Oct 2023

    We stayed in Garden Cottage in October 2023 and love it here, as does our dog! It is the second time we have stayed at Garden Cottage and we like it because it is in a lovely location with a fantastic… More 

    Reviewed 13 Mar 2024

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    Eight Peaceful Days On The Edge Of Wonderful Exmoor
    Apr 2023

    We have just returned from our fourth stay with Exmoor Cottage Holidays at Challacombe, on the edge of Exmoor, and we have already booked for next year. Melanie and John now feel like friends. The cot… More 

    Reviewed 9 May 2023

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    Owner's reply:
    Thank you for this great review. We really are well located for all of the things you mention, and fortunate to be in a quiet village location - the best of both worlds. It was our pleasure to welcome you back and we look forward to catching up again next year too. Melanie and John

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    Loulabelle138
    Bristol, United Kingdom

    Welcoming hosts - peaceful location
    Aug 2021

    We stayed in Garden Cottage whilst my parents stayed in Wisteria cottage (see my detailed review for this). As mentioned on my review for Wisteria the cottages are beautifully appointed down a country… More 

    Reviewed 2 Sep 2021

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    Owner's reply:
    Thank you for your review of Garden Cottage. We enjoyed meeting and chatting with you during your stay and are so glad that you enjoyed your holidays. With five cottages around our courtyard, as you say there is a cottage to suit everyone. We do try to have extras alongside the basics in the hope that guests can just relax and have a restful stay. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Very best wishes Melanie and John

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    D6941UQchristinew
    Littlehampton, United Kingdom

    Lovely cottage
    Jul 2021

    We had a lovely week staying in Garden Cottage which is set in a beautiful location. There was everything we needed for a weeks holiday for the three of us and the dog. Loads of useful information pro… More 

    Reviewed 9 Aug 2021

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    Owner's reply:
    Thank you so much for your fab review of our Garden Cottage. We are so pleased that you found it to have everything that you needed and that you liked our beautiful location, as you say it is a great base for exploring Exmoor, North Devon and Somerset. We always try to advise guests as needed, it is our pleasure to help. The pub is great too, such a bonus. Very best wishes See you again soon. Melanie and John

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    193sallyf

    Fabulous place to stay
    Jun 2021

    I booked the cottage for myself, partner and Mum. Unfortunately we were unable to go so my Mum went with friends instead. They loved it, quiet peaceful location set in beautiful valley with a pub a sh… More 

    Reviewed 25 Jun 2021

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    Owner's reply:
    Thank you for reviewing the Garden Cottage for your mums stay - it was a pleasure to chatter with her and her friends. We are glad that they were comfortable and enjoyed their stay. Garden Cottage is indeed a bit small. The enclosed/walled garden is a bonus. We hope to see your mum and her friends again some time. Best wishes Melanie and John

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    Review 1-5 of 52

    FAQs

    How do I find more info about the property?

    You can get in touch with Melanie and John (the owner) through the contact form on this page.

    If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to send the owner a message.

    What if I have questions before I book?

    Send Melanie and John (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

    How do I contact Melanie and John (the owner)?

    Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.

    If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your holiday booking to view Melanie and John the owner's contact details or send them a message.

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    Or send Melanie and John (the owner) an enquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.

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    How do I pay for my holiday?

    Use the Book your stay form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Melanie and John (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.

    If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your holiday booking.

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    Why can't I call Melanie and John (the owner) before booking?

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    In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.

    Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.

    How can I view and manage my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your holiday or cancel it if you need to.

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    You can pay the remaining balance of your holiday at any point. Simply go to Manage my holiday booking and click Pay now.

    We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage my holiday booking to see when the payment will be taken.

    How can I retract my booking request?

    You’ll need to contact Melanie and John (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your holiday booking or through the contact form on this page.

    How do I cancel my booking?

    Go to Manage your holiday booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.

    How do I edit my booking?

    You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your holiday booking page. To change your holiday dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Melanie and John (the owner) a message.

    If Melanie and John (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your holiday booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.

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