House Martin At The Retreat | Stunning UK Hot Tub Break

About House Martin At The Retreat

Discover the charm of House Martin At The Retreat, a first-floor apartment nestled in the picturesque Devon countryside. This delightful accommodation sleeps 4 people in two cosy bedrooms, one king-size and one twin with a zip and link double bed, ensuring a restful night's sleep for all guests.

The apartment boasts an open plan lounge/dining/kitchen with a Juliet balcony, perfect for soaking in the stunning views.

A private garden with a hot tub awaits you, where you can unwind and gaze across the sea and surrounding landscape. It's an ideal base to explore North Devon and Cornwall, with the South West Coast Path and numerous beaches within easy reach.

Experience the luxury of your own hot tub, perfect for relaxing after a day of coastal walks or visiting nearby attractions.

With off-road parking available, this property is a convenient and comfortable choice for a memorable cottage break.

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Need To Know

✓Bedrooms: 2
✓Bathrooms
✓4 Star Cottage
✓Waterside Views
✓Complex of Properties
✓Hot Tub
✓Internet Access
✓Beach Within 5 Miles
✓Towels Included
✓Cot
✓Highchair
✓Arrival Time: 15:30pm
✓Good cottage for families
✓Rural
✓Reason for Withdrawal
✓Dishwasher
✓Parking onsite
✓Withdrawal outcome
✓Motivation for leaving
✓Accidental Damage Deposit £200
✓Accidental Damage Waiver £25
✓Oven with hob
✓TV

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What do guests love about this accommodation?

Guests have been enamoured by the spotless cleanliness, high-quality furnishings, and the warm welcome from fantastic hosts. The property's location is also praised for its proximity to beautiful coastal walks and local landmarks.

Getting there

To get to House Martin At The Retreat, if driving, use the M5 motorway and then continue on local roads towards Clovelly. For rail travellers, the nearest train station is Barnstaple, from which you can take a taxi or bus.

Nearby Essentials

During your stay, you'll have convenient access to a selection of nearby amenities, including some of the area's tastiest takeout options. Click any of the postcodes for a map along with handy driving instructions and the fastest route from your accommodation.

Service	Distance (miles)	Postcode
Pharmacy	2.5 miles	EX39 2RG
Train Station (Barnstaple)	20.3 miles	EX31 2AU
Pub	2 miles	EX39 5ST
Dog Walk	0.5 miles	EX39 5DU
Supermarket	2.4 miles	EX39 3QU
Indian Takeaway (The Curry Bowl)	2.5 miles	EX39 2RG
Chinese Takeaway (Happy Chef)	2.5 miles	EX39 2RG
Italian Takeaway (Bella Pizza)	2.5 miles	EX39 2RG

For families with Kids

With a variety of play facilities on site, this destination is well-suited for families with children. The local area offers attractions like The Milky Way Adventure Park and numerous beaches, ensuring plenty of fun for the little ones.

Is House Martin At The Retreat A good location for couples?

Nearby, couples can explore the charming village of Clovelly or enjoy coastal walks along Hartland Point for memorable days out.

Dining and Cafes

The closest dining options include The Fisherman's Inn (01237 431237), a mere 2 miles away, and The Hoops Inn & Country Hotel (01237 451222), which is 2.5 miles from the property, offering delightful meals and local ales.

Within walking distance of your cottage

A short walk away you'll find the quaint cliffside village of Clovelly, with cobbled streets, pubs, shops, and a picturesque harbour.

Quickfire FAQs

Does this accommodation have a hot tub?

Yes, the accommodation features a private hot tub in the garden, offering guests the perfect spot to relax and enjoy the far-reaching views of the sea and countryside.

Is this property pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property, ensuring a comfortable stay for guests with allergies or those who prefer an animal-free environment.

How many people can this accommodation sleep?

This charming accommodation can comfortably sleep up to 4 guests in two well-appointed bedrooms, one with a king-size bed and the other with a zip and link double bed.

What type of parking is available at the property?

Guests have access to convenient off-road parking, making it easy to come and go as they please during their stay.

Are there any family-friendly facilities on site?

Yes, the property is family-friendly and comes equipped with a cot and highchair for younger guests, as well as games and play facilities to keep children entertained.

What are the check-in and check-out times for this accommodation?

Guests can check in from 15:30 onwards, and the check-out time is before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in the arrival details provided with the booking.

House Martin At The Retreat Reviews

Kelly

A fabulous place to stay, location and games made it extra special with a lovely hot tub and very helpful hosts.

Penny

Lovely relaxing holiday at the House Martin Retreat. Clean, well stocked, comfortable beds and power shower over bath with two heads. Hot tub was great with fantastic views. Lesley and Carl were excellent hosts. Also had minature golf, badminton, tennis, bowls to keep us entertained. Worth a visit to Hartland Quay and Clovelly both within a short dRead moreistance as well as supermarkets. Hide

jennifer

Lovely apartment with everything you need. It was very well equipped and comfortable. The owners are so friendly and happy to help. The views were beautiful from the property. It was wonderful having a hot tub too.

David

Well... this is something a little bit special. Lesley and Carl have created a perfect retreat at The Retreat. Initial impressions are of a property of natural beauty but it is only when you look closer that it becomes apparent how much hard work has gone into providing a luxurious and relaxing experience for their guests. The property is finished Read moreto the highest standards and the hosts are charming, hospitable and great company. The views from the house and tub are breathtaking. Thank you! Hide

Sarah

Fantastic cottage we can highly recommend this holiday home. Its a home from home. Views are stunning the property is absolutely spotless and Lesley & Carl (the owners) are lovely, they made us all feel so welcome we didnt want to leave .!!

Charmaine

Loverly property, views , surroundings , great space for grandchildren to let of steam outside in an enclosed garden as well as the hot tub ,the owner couldnt do more to make our stay enjoyable they were always on hand if we needed anything , baby gate was supplied along with cot and highchair

Tara

Lovely location, hot tub amazing, hosts friendly and helpful, beautiful views, all facilities in apartment easy to use.

Jennifer

Beautiful apartment. Was lovely to come back to at the end of each day. Warm, comfortable, gorgeous view

Matthew

A really nice and clean cottage. The owners are very friendly and gave us some recommendations for places to visit which are well worth it, the Tarka Trail being one of them. The cottage has everything that you need, and is well equipped. The view from the garden area is spectacular!

Alison

The Retreat is a perfect holiday location, it is our fourth visit, the house is spotlessly clean, has good quality furnishings, a lovely hot tub and fantastic hosts.

Paula

This really is Devonshire diamond. The location is beautiful, the barn is cute conversation and the hot tub is amazing after exploring the coastal walks which are a 10 minute drive away. Lesley and Carl are lovely and only too happy to help. I would highly recommended The Retreat for an escape from the rat race.

Thomas

I would definitely recommend this place to anyone wanting a calm relaxing place to stay, This was our first family holiday with our five month old baby, accompanying us was my mum and dad who also found it to be an amazing place to unwind and relax, We were comfortablely able to travel to local land marks and return a to lovely moonrise and chilled beer in the hot tub overall our experience was positive the owners were always kind and friendly when bumping into them thank you Lesley and Carl xx

Tuesdy

Wonderful place to stay. The accommodation had everything we could possibly need and more and the little extras like the slippers ans wine were such a thoughtful touch. Leslie and Carl are so welcoming and friendly and the goats were a huge hit with both adults and children. It's ideally situated to explore North Devon and Cornwall and the hot tub made for some welcomed relaxing evening. We hope to return one day.

Leane

This cottage is fantastic we will definitely be back. We were welcomed by the hosts and they were really helpful and inclusive towards our kids. The views are gorgeous and definitely understated in the descriptions. The kids loved spending time feeding the goats and playing with Buddy. The unit is really well equipped at no stage did I feel I could n't prepare meals as everything I needed was available. Thank you for a lovely home away from home!

Martin

Lesley and Carl were the best hosts we could have asked for from arrival to leaving. We went to House Martin with our 2-year-old Grand Daughter, and they were very welcoming both to us and her, from feeding the goats to playing with her when they saw us outside, Lesley even made sure we had child gates and a bed guard in place before we arrived. Th ey could not do enough for us. The property was very well equipped for our stay. I cannot thank them enough.

Gary

Great property with fantastic views and short drives away to many magical areas.

Tracy

Absolutely amazing place to stay and was very well equipped, it offered everything you would need and was very fresh and clean. The view is spectacular. Lesley and Carl were amazing hoists and were so friendly and caring and made it feel like home from home.. I have already started to look at booking again and look forward to see them both again in the near future. The Essex girls.

Tracey

Lesley and Carl greeted us with a warm welcome. The place we stayed in was House Martin, omg it was fantastic, great views, Hot tub, seating area to sit and relax, The interior was modern well equipped for everything we needed, we couldnt fault anything at all, we would definitely recommend to anyone who wants to book, we had a fabulous 2 weeks, 10 th June to 24th June 2023. Lesley and Carl, are certainly fantastic hosts. Tracey & Jeff Curtis

Joan

Great apartment. Well laid out and decorated. View from hot tub was amazing. Definitely going back here.

Vicky

The owners was amazing so friendly so helpful, we all had such a wonderful time, the kids absolutely loved it all especially the goats and the amazing hot tub.

David

the retreat is a great place to stay, fantastic location to explore Devon, would love to visit this location again in the future. Mr & Mrs Fox

Georgina

I booked the cottage for a weekend away with the girls. It had everything we needed and was very clean. We spent a lot of time chilling in the hot tub, perfect place to star gaze at night time & beautiful view to look at in daylight hours! Lesley is a great host, very kind & thoughtful. I would definitely recommended staying here & hope to come bac k myself one day in the not too distant future!

Caroline

Enjoyable stay in a comfy cottage.

Kirsty

Lovely cottage with amazing views. All fully equipped made our stay really enjoyable. The hosts Lesley and Carl were brilliant with local ideas and made us all feel very welcome.

Howard

We had a wonderful stay at the House Martin Retreat the accommodation was spotless the owners had thought of everything complimentary slippers for everyone and a lovely bottle of wine on arrival. The view from the hot tub was amazing, our kids loved playing golf and feeding the goats, we will definitely return in the future. The owners were great a lways there if you needed anything. Thanks again.

Ann

Clean, friendly hosts, hot tub. Lovely cottage, great facilities. Kids loved the pitch and putt and the goats! Convenient location for getting around North Devon

Sinead

Lovely well equipped property clean and comfortable with the added bonus of Hot tub and goats. Our 4 year old loved feeding the goats and enjoyed spending time in the hot tub. The owners were friendly and very good with our 4 year letting him help with the feeding of the goats and provided us with a much needed tent for the beach and buckets/spades and even a boogie board. Couldn't have been more helpful and friendly. Had a lovely week at the retreat well situated for all local attractions

Kristie

Firstly Lesley and Carl were absolutely amazing hosts . We had a poorly baby midweek and they lent us their temperature gun to use. We used all the facilities we loved the view from our hottub after a long day of walking . The garden games and golf was a fantastic touch. Lots of local beaches . Everywhere just a short car drive. Really amazing week . Were be back most definitely

Richard

The cottage is full of character, was really clean and very comfortable. Its well-equipped and fitted out to a high standard. We really enjoyed our stay and would definitely go back there.

Katrina

Great location and the views were spectacular. The cottage was very comfortable and spotless. Couldn't have asked for nicer hosts. Will definitely go back for our holidays again.

David

Very warm welcome from the owners. Couldn't find a fault in anything about the accommodation. Nice, peaceful & very relaxing with amazing views across to Barnstable, Woolacombe, Lundy Island & the Atlantic.

Paul

Fantastic experience from start to finish, accommodation was spotless, everything required for a family getaway. The owners are very warm and welcoming, my daughter enjoyed looking after the goats! The location is ideal and a good base to explore the area, the hot tub was such a treat, really appreciated after a long walk! I would have no hesitatio n recommending to my family and friends .

Joanne

A quiet self catering break. High standard cottage with lots of light. The views from the lounge window is stunning if you enjoy a sea view and countryside. Get into the hot tub on an evening and if lucky watch the stars. If you are coming with children they have goats on site to play. We had a ten month baby and she coped well with different surro undings. You are not far from an Asda Aldi or main towns to do shopping. A safe clean environment with plenty to do nearby. Thank you to the owners.

Catherine

Lovely stay at the retreat, lesley and Karl really friendly, would recommend to family and friends.

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Attractions Near House Martin At The Retreat

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained at House Martin At The Retreat itself, if you plan to get out and about and see some of what Cornwall has to offer, here are some of the nearby attractions you can enjoy during your stay. Please note that some of these activities and days out are paid and it's always a good idea to book in advance to secure your place where applicable.

Found a special day out near your cottage? Please let us know and we'll add it so that other visitors can enjoy it too!

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 1 Mile

The Milky Way Adventure Park is a fun day out for the whole family and has rides and attractions for all ages. There are four major rides including a thrilling roller coaster and an amazing vertical slide for the older kids and grown ups and six fascinating live shows which will entertain the whole family. During your visit you can enjoy bird of prey experiences, find your way out of the maze and feed and cuddle the baby animals.

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 8 Miles

This is a really unique attraction in the Devon region with many unique events taking place throughout the year. The Halloween Festival in October is well planned where you can take pumpkin carving workshops, ride the ghost train and go to witches flying school. All year round there are some excellent

North Devon Farm Park - EX32 7ET

about 19 Miles

North Devon Farm Park is a haven for wildlife and has a fantastic location making it the perfect place for a day out during the summertime. As well as gorgeous scenery, picnic areas and plenty of space for children to play the park offers a Play Area, Tea Room serving local produce, a Petting Zoo where little ones will love meeting the affectionate animals and Nature tTails. There is also a Play Area.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 23 Miles

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park is a big hit with families and has a wonderful setting within 26 acres of Sub Tropical grounds. During a stroll around the site you will encounter so of the worlds most endangered animals and also take a peek back to prehistoric times when Dinosaurs roamed the earth. The park is home to the worlds only full size animatronic Tyrannosaurus Rex as well as Lions, Wolves, Sea Lions, Meerkats and many other species, Top attractions include the amazing Sea Lion Shows, Falconry Display and Sea Lion Swims.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 23 Miles

Dingles Steam Village is an all weather attraction crammed with activities for the whole family to enjoy. The site has a wonderful Café serving home cooked meals, a fun Soft Play Area for younger children, an Agility Course for older kids and several Nature Trails for the family to explore together. The site also displays working and static exhibits of Steam Engines as well as old Fairground Rides so is educational as well as fun!

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 24 Miles

Exmoor Zoo is described as a "family zoo" on their website and it certainly makes a great day out for families. There are many exotic and rare animals as well as birds to see which are living in natural surroundings. Some recent improvements at the zoo include a new 5 metre tower at the cheetahs and raised walkways at the "beast". There is also a new viewing platform over the sitatunga. As well as the amazing animals to experience there are regular fun activities such as face painting, daily events and zoo trails.

Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE

about 25 Miles

Trethrone Leisure Park in Cornwall is a popular choice for a family day out and offers an excellent programme of activities for children all year round. The park has a farm area where younger kids will love feeding the lambs and other friendly animals. Pony rides, a large play area, ball pool; trampolines and crazy golf are also available.

Tintagel Castle - PL34 0HE

about 26 Miles

Tintagel Castle is one of the most iconic landmarks in Cornwall and is an excellent place for a family day out. Situated on the stunning Cornish Coast the Castle has a mystical and magical presence and is steeped in historical importance. Indeed the Legend of King Arthur was born right here. The Castle and grounds also provide a home for many species of wildlife as well as some amazing flora and fauna. The site also has a small visitor's centre with souvenir shop and a wonderful Beach Café.