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Challacombe holiday cottage rental with internet access, walking, fireplace and TV

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

Key information

  • Nearest beach 16 km
  • Child friendly
  • Car advised
  • Pet friendly
  • Private garden

From the owner

Relax at Exmoor Cottage Holidays, in front of the log stove, or dine al fresco on the patio outside this charming cottage which is ideal for families, couples and pets. The Gatehouse is in a peaceful village location and is warm and comfortable with character features, enclosed patio, large children's play area and just five minutes walk from a shop and pub.

The Gatehouse (at "Town Tenement Farm") is cosy and snug, having been renovated with a modern kitchen and shower-room and insulated walls. There is a large living room with exposed beams, a log stove, comfortable seating, Freeview TV and a dining area with dining table and chairs. There are French doors to a lovely enclosed garden with large patio area and picnic table.

The fully-equipped kitchen has an electric oven & hob, fridge (with freezer box), microwave and dishwasher. Upstairs are two bedrooms, a double bedroom and twin bedroom (with 2 single beds) and a shower-room with a shower, hand-basin & WC.

No-one can get bored at the Gatehouse. 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 courtyard, 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 usually 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 bags, toilet paper, shampoo, conditioner & matches

The Gatehouse 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 Gatehouse 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 also available, look under "Challacombe". The owners, John & Melanie Moore, live just next door and like to greet all guests personally. We are usually available most days help you plan your stay.

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Amenities

Bed & bathroom

  • Bedroom 1: Double Bed
  • Bedroom 2: 2 Single Beds
  • Beds in other rooms:
  • 1 Family bathroom

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
  • Deck
  • Internet access
  • Central heating
  • Fireplace
  • Cooker
  • Fridge
  • Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Toaster
  • Kettle
  • Dishwasher
  • 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 (and to feed the birds!). 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.
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The Gatehouse
May 2023

We enjoyed a lovely stay at The Gatehouse. It wad immaculate very clean and so comfortable. Melanie was very friendly and helpful as we had our young dog with us. Good location for short walks and … More 

Reviewed 3 Jun 2023

This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.

Owner's reply:
Thank you for this review of your stay in our Gatehouse, in Challacombe. We apologise for not responding sooner, we didn't get a notice that you posted. It is great to know that you enjoyed your stay and were comfortable. With walks from the door and access to the longer walks that run all across Exmoor, we are in a very good location. We look forward to welcoming you back soon. Melanie

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Gatehouse Exmoor cottages
Mar 2022

Just got home from a lovely break, Melanie & John were very welcoming as always. Cottage was perfect, Black Venus food fab, highly recommended. Lots of sight seeing and walking, we look forward … More 

Reviewed 11 Apr 2022

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Owner's reply:
Thank you for your lovely review. It was lovely to see you again - as always. See you again soon. Melanie and John

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Jennifer S

Town Tenement holiday perfect
Dec 2021

I stayed in Garden Cottage for a week with my three dogs and it was perfect. Cottage was very pretty and the garden was secure for my dogs. Cannot give any negatves and there were none! Area peaceful … More 

Reviewed 28 Dec 2021

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Owner's reply:
We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in the pretty Garden Cottage at Exmoor Cottage Holidays and thank you for your great review. Challacombe is indeed a very peaceful village yet well placed for visiting Exmoor and North Devon. We look forward to welcoming you again soon. Melanie and John

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Christmas break
Dec 2021

Had a lovely stay in the gatehouse over Christmas, we love this cottage, being our 3rd time in there, It's always clean and welcoming, and owners John and Melanie always on hand to assist with an… More 

Reviewed 28 Dec 2021

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Owner's reply:
You are very welcome, it was our pleasure to welcome you to our Gatehouse again. We are glad that you enjoyed your stay and found everything that you needed in the cottage - Jazz in front of the log burner - perfect! See you again soon. Melanie and John

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Mauras763
Liverpool, United Kingdom

Peaceful
Sep 2021

Our second visit to these wonderful holiday cottages .our first stay in this cottage Previously stayed in Garden cottage Once again greeted by Melanie a friendly happy host who was very Welcoming a… More 

Reviewed 25 Sep 2021

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Owner's reply:
Thank you so much for your great review, it was our pleasure to welcome you again! We are glad that you enjoyed your stay in our Gatehouse and that Miloe enjoyed the gardens and Humphrey's Hill. We look forward to seeing you again soon. Best wishes Melanie and John

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52 reviews
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52 reviews
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