Pillhead Cottage in Cornwall | Cottage With a Hot Tub

About Pillhead Cottage

This beautiful cottage lies in the town of Bideford, home to a medieval bridge, town quay, quaint pannier market and vibrant shopping area. Pillhead Cottage invites guests to the rural delights of the destination, benefiting from a shared outdoor swimming pool during the summer months.

Four steps from the parking area take you to a small patio and then inside to a lovely sun room, your own snug, wrapped in views of the garden, a chance to truly get away from it all. In contrast, the lounge looks out over the landscape to the rear, featuring a picnic bench, with sheep and countryside beyond.

Close by, an all-white kitchen is freshly designed, a modern country addition to the cottage. On the ground floor there is a bathroom with shower and Wash-Hand-Basin toilet.

And lastly, three bedrooms complete the interior, presented in a variety of styles for you and the children, all well-appointed for the fashionable family bathroom. Situated on a working sheep farm, all the cottages share the grounds, a splendid outdoor heated swimming pool (15 x 30 x 4 to 5 deep) with paddling pool (10' x 9' x 1'6" deep), available from the Friday immediately preceding the last bank holiday in May to the first Friday in September, a sunbathing terrace (loungers) and mown orchard.

There is a short walk up the lane from Pillhead Cottage to access the shared areas and pool. Pillhead Cottage has a private hot tub.

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✓Oil central heating with electric fire
✓ Electric oven and ceramic hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV with Freeview, DVD, WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs
✓ Fuel and power included in rent
✓ Bed linen and towels included in rent (bath and hand towels provided, not bath sheets), please bring your own towels for the beach, pool and hot tub
✓ Stairgate, two highchairs, and two travel cots
✓ Off-road parking for 2 cars
✓ Lawned garden to the front, and rear garden with picnic bench and BBQ
✓ 130-acre natural grounds and orchard with terrace sun loungers (shared with owner and other properties on-site)
✓ Two well behaved dogs welcome, Â£20 per dog, sorry no cats
✓ No smoking
✓ Shop and pub 1 mile
✓ Note: Outdoor heated swimming pool, shared with other properties on-site, (15' x 30' x 4' to 5' deep) with paddling pool (10' x 9' x 1'6" deep), available from the Friday immediately preceding the last bank holiday in May to the first Friday in September, 10am-evening
✓ Note: Steps up to the entrance, and steps between rooms
✓ Note: Check-in time 5pm
✓ Note: Due to swimming pool, children must be supervised at all times
✓ Note: There is no smoking allowed onsite except within the designated smoking area
✓ Note: Unfortunately electric cars cannot be charged on site but there is a charging point 4 minutes drive away (Tesco)

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South West of England » Cornwall

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Otters Leap

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Seagrass

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Mallacleave House

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Boathyde

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Tarka View

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Pillhead Cottage Reviews

Pauline

Pillhead Cottage is a wonderful cottage overlooking sheep grazing in fields. Its a lovely place to get away from it all. I spotted a woodpecker in the garden at the bird feeder just feet away from me. The cottage itself is very well appointed, spacious and comfortable and the owners are very helpful and on hand via text messaging if there are any issues we didnt have any. The hot tub is a great addition. There are many places to visit within a short driving distance. Croyde & Saunton Sands are fabulous beaches to try or watch surfing. We had a lovely break and would definitely return to Pillhead Cottage.

Michael

We had a fantastic week at Pillhead Cottage, the cottage was clean and comfortable and in an excellent location. We would highly recommend we have booked to go again next year

William

For us the house and garden were perfect. Close to supermarket and within easy access to local beaches and coastal walks.

This cottage is amazing. It had everything you need for a week away. The cottage is quiet and very peaceful or clean and the owners have thought about everything you need. We used the pool a couple of times and it was just what you needed to relax. The owners are lovely people we enjoyed watching them move the sheep from one field to other my son loved having the sheep near the cottage it was a beautiful and peaceful week away we will definitely be back

Jacqueline

We had a fantastic 5day stay at Pillhead cottage it was my daughters 40th ... We had a fantastic 5day stay at Pillhead cottage it was my daughters 40th birthday and we came down with friends we really enjoyed the pool and hot tub and the seclusion and peacefulness of the cottage was perfect Although we had the peace and quiet it was only just a few minutes away from Bideford and all the facilities The owners made us very welcome and were extremely friendly and helpful we cant wait to return

Andrew

This is an outstanding cottage. Everything from the first booking, key details, arrival, the stay and exit was well organised and documented so that we knew exactly what to expect. The property is well designed and maintained to an extremely high standard. Kitchen equipment and fittings are modern and everything that you need throughout your stay has been well thought out. The rooms are all of a good size. Furnishings are comfortable throughout, bedrooms and bedroom furniture are excellent. The two bathrooms are spacious and have good facilities. The owners maintain and clean the property to a very high standard. The hottub is easy to use, wellsituated, of a good size and is cleaned and maintained well between each hiring. Offroad parking is good and easy to access. Access to nearby towns and villages is good and there is a lot to see and do in the area. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay, which represented excellent value for money. Many thanks!

Philip

Brilliant house and location couldnt not fault how clean the property was

Jenette Elizabeth

We had a lovely time at Pillhead Cottage. The house is very homely and cosy. It was well maintained and the owners have thought of pretty much everything. We enjoyed the hot tub very much and It was great at dusk where we were lucky enough to see some owls and bats. We also loved watching the lambs in the field. Great dog proof garden too. We missed having a visitors book to sign as its always nice to see who has stayed before you I may have missed it but I couldnt find one. Thanks for a lovely stay.

Lovely family style home with fab facilities and really high standard of finish. The owners basically left us alone which I'm a big fan of!! Really close to local amenities and felt incredibly safe. Nice enclosed garden for the dogs, good clear instructions and the hit tub was fantastic. On a side note... so sorry we left food there! Totally forgot about it.

This was a lovely property with all the facilities you would need for a comfortable stay we loved the conservatory! Great location to explore the area. Tapeley Park is only 5 minutes away. Woolacombe beach was great for an autumn dog walk. This was perfect for the calming getaway that was needed. Thank you

Elizabeth

Very sweet and immaculately clean cottage. Only downsides for us were the driveway was a bit tight to get into, Ive got a medium sized 4x4 and we had to shunt round to get in and out. Also the listing mentions that dogs could get out of the garden, which is true, but there is nowhere to walk the dogs without taking the car. It was lovely to have apple and damson trees in the garden but our younger dog kept trying to eat the fallen ones so could only go out on the lead grass was a bit long too. So for us it was not really that dog friendly. Hot tub was fabulous with great views. Would certainly recomend it to non dog owners.

This place is awesome, home from home, the dogs loved it as they could just run ... This place is awesome, home from home, the dogs loved it as they could just run round as it was secure, would definitely recommend and will return soon hopefully, it has everything you need so only need your clothes it was lovely to be able to relax in the hot tub and watch the sunsets

Deborah

Pillhead cottage was absolutely fantastic for a family holiday. The cottage is spacious, clean and well presented. It has all you would need. Our two dogs loved running around in the garden and on Instow beach. The hot tub allowed relaxation with a view while my dinner was cooked on the BBQ. My 8 month old grandson loved the pool, and the beach. Perfect break.

Beautiful property on a picturesque farm. Well equipped, nicely decorated, comfy beds and clean. Supermarket a short drive away which was very handy. Lovely hot tub over looking the hills, fantastic pool and friendly and helpful staff. Easy drive to Woolacombe Bay, the Big Sheep and the Milky Way amusement parks. All round fantastic family holiday.

Thomas

Lovely Property, Done To A Good Standard For A Holiday Let. Great Outside Fenced Off Area For The Dog, Lovely Views, Especially From The Hot Tub!!

We love Pillhead Cottage and have been many times over the years and have just now booked our third stay for this year alone. The recent refurbishment and hot tub have now made it even better. Lovely secure garden for the dog and plenty of offroad parking space all make things less worrisome.

What a fantastic cottage in a beautiful location. So well maintained and clean. All equipment was to a very high standard. Our dogs were well catered for with a lovely enclosed and secure garden for them to enjoy their holiday as well. Although we were surrounded by rolling fields with sheep in we were but a 5 minute drive from the nearest supermarket and the town centre of Bideford. We Will definitely return to this home from home.

This is a beautiful house with lovely views over looking fields with animals grazing and the daily visits in the garden from the pheasants. We really enjoyed the hot tub each evening. The kitchen was well equipped and the sofas in the sitting room are so comfortable. The only thing to be aware of is the garden is not enclosed as described. We have a small dog and he jumped over the small wall in the front garden within minutes of us being there. If some fencing could be put on the wall and a gate to the grassed area and to the side of the house it would be good to be able to sit in the garden without having to keep dogs on a lead. The sheep were moved into the 2 fields next to the house whilst we were there & it was great to watch the farmers herd them from the other field and bring them across the road to the farm. For anyone without animals this property is great and we would not hesitate to return if we did not have a dog. The owners were lovely when we spoke to them either on phone or in person and it shows they really care about ensuring their clients have a good place to stay.

George

The property was excellent for our needs. It was very clean and tidy. Did not use hot tub as weather was poor but a great asset

We've stayed here several times before. The property looks to have had an upgrade since last time, new kitchen, bathrooms, etc and the hot tub was amazing. Will definitely be returning.

Stephen

Really nice cottage in a great setting. Felt warm and comfortable from the moment we arrived. Hopefully visit again in the future. Thanks

We are very grateful for the facility. Just wanted to let you know that on the first day we parked on the stones. The next day the car got stuck. We got out eventually but with some difficulty. Otherwise everything was fine. Thank you so much for having us.

Vasillia

Thoroughly recommended. Great sized property, wellappointed and felt very private. The house was very warm lovely! Had everything we needed. Loads to do in the local area, but always nice to return to the house at the end of the day! Enjoyed the hot tub too.

Jacqueline

Pillhead cottage was a great place to stay and although there were only 3 of us I would recommend it for a family. We would certainly like to return. We had a great holiday. Thank you

Victoria

Lovely cottage in an excellent location and the onsite pool is an added bonus.

Joanne

A lovely cottage in such a peaceful area. Perfect for visiting the beautiful beach at Westward Ho! The beds and the sofas were very comfortable. Our favourite part was the hot tub, with its great sunset view. If taking a smaller dog just check the garden before use as we found some of the gates into the field had larger gaps which could be squeezed under! Would definitely recommend this property.

Hannah

Absolutely loved the property, the facilities and its location. Would 100 book again!!

Lovely comfortable cottage in a great location. The cottage was pristine and had everything you could possibly want. Adults, children and dogs had a brilliant holiday and we will certainly be booking again. Thoroughly recommend.

Pillhead cottage is a lovely, spacious & comfortable cottage with everything you need for a quiet relaxing holiday. It is well maintained, with beautiful views over the countryside and within easy reach of many small towns and attractions, making it a perfect location to be able to explore the locality. Definitely worth a visit.

This would make a good stay for 5 people and their dogs. A good location to explore the area. The owner responded to queries. The drive is in need of repair as there was a nasty rut that had to be missed when entering.

Valerie

Excellent amenities in the cottage, except that the boiler is very noisy in the early morning and wakes people up, and the washing machine gets far too hot.

Robert

Oven seal broken and toilet seat loose in bathroom. but we had an amazing holiday loved the cottage more of a large farm house really. will stay again, great thank you so much even though it rained we had a ,lovely time we also had dry days dogs loved the enclosed gardens very safe for them and extremly large gardens as well

We had a lovely week at Pillhead cottage. Everything we could have needed was provided. The views were lovely and the location was great for getting to lots of landmarks and beaches. North Devon has lots to offer and we would love to return.

Abigail

The owners were very helpful. Lovely clean cottage and nice and warm, central heating was great. Lovely views from the rooms. Just 10 mins away from many activities. We would like to visit again.

It was advertised that the swimming pool was an outdoor heated swimming pool, which was a great part of the attraction as I had 2 children with me, but unfortunately the pool was not heated and the experience was not good for the kids and they used the pool once.

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Attractions Near Pillhead Cottage

While there'll be plenty to keep you entertained an Pillhead Cottage 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!

The Big Sheep - EX39 5AP

about 3 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 8 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.

Milky Way Adventure Park - EX39 5RY

about 9 Miles

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.

Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park - EX34 0NG

about 13 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.

Exmoor Zoo - EX31 4SG

about 14 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.

Dingles Steam Village - EX14 0RS

about 25 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!

The Donkey Sanctuary - EX10 0NU

about 28 Miles

The Donkey Sanctuary is a working refuge for rescued Donkeys but is also a popular place for a day trip in South Devon. The site will appeal to animal lovers of all ages and gives visitors the chance to meet some of the friendly animals and also learn about the work done at the sanctuary. Visitors will also have the opportunity to adopt a Donkey.

Trethorne Leisure Park - PL15 8QE

about 29 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.