Pillhead Cider House is consistently praised for its beautiful setting, comfort, and welcoming atmosphere. Guests enjoy the property's rustic charm, spaciousness, and proximity to local attractions. The working farm environment adds to the unique experience, with friendly hosts and the occasional thoughtful touch enhancing stays.
Reviews frequently mention the property being very clean and tidy, indicating high standards of cleanliness that guests appreciate.
The property's location is celebrated for its peacefulness, accessibility to local amenities, and proximity to nature trails and beaches, making it an ideal base for exploring North Devon.
Guests find the cottage comfortable and cosy, with personal touches and a well-equipped space. The presence of a large bed and the overall roominess contribute to the comfort level.
While guests are generally pleased with the facilities, there are mixed comments about Wi-Fi strength and some difficulties with appliances. Due to the lack of consistent detail on maintenance, a score cannot be accurately provided.
Several reviews mention treats left for guests and their pets, as well as a stocked fridge upon arrival, reflecting the hosts' thoughtfulness. However, it should be noted that such gestures, while appreciated, may vary and are not guaranteed.
Pillhead Cider House is a historic cottage nestled in Pillhead Farm near Bideford, Devon. With original features and an open-plan living space, the cottage is a lovely dwelling for a couple or two friends looking to escape to wonderful coastlines and countryside. This snug cottage also welcomes one well-behaved dog and babes in arms. Pillhead Farm hosts plenty of off-road parking for guests where you can park up and get settled into your home-from-home; entering the old cider house, a charming open-plan living space welcomes you with white-washed walls, original beams and all amenities needed for a wonderful self-catering stay. Start the woodburning stove after long walks along the coast and settle into the plush sofas for a film night. Set the dining table for two and rustle up a home-cooked meal in the kitchen area, complete with electric oven and hob, plenty of cupboard space to stock up, and a washer/dryer to quickly clean clothes and beach towels ready for the next day. Take four steps down to the lower ground floor, where a double bedroom awaits, which is zip/link and can be twin on request; gaze up at the fantastic oak beams, enjoy lazy mornings in bed watching your favourite shows on the TV and store your belongings in the ample storage space. With classic cottage décor, the en-suite bathroom features a jacuzzi bath and walk-in shower, where you can soak tired legs in a bubble bath or rinse off the sand with a hot shower. Pillhead Cider House has vast communal grounds and farmland to explore. Dine alfresco on the picnic areas with a barbecue, wander the lovely countryside surroundings, or take to the on-site outdoor, heated swimming pool to swim a few morning laps before the day begins. Resting in the perfect spot for award-winning sandy beaches, quaint towns and villages, as well as dramatic coastlines to trek, Pillhead Cider House is an ideal spot to call home whilst you explore the best of Devon.
The charming, thriving town of Bideford, which spans the Torridge estuary, is home to a mediaeval bridge, a town quay, a charming pannier market, and a bustling shopping district, all of which are well worth a visit. The South West coast route passes nearby on its way towards Cornwall, and for the more active, a number of top surfing beaches, golf courses, amusement parks, and other attractions are close by. By car, it takes 30 minutes to drive to the charming fishing village of Clovelly perched on a cliff, and it takes less than an hour to get to Exmoor and Dartmoor. It's easy to surf the waves, stroll through charming towns, hike the Tarka Trail, visit a renowned garden, or have fun at a nearby amusement park or farm.
Single-storey (4 internal steps).
One double bedroom (zip/link, can be twin on request) with TV and en-suite bathroom with bath, walk-in shower, basin, bidet and WC.
Open-plan living spaces with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, washer/dryer and dishwasher.
2 x TV, DVD player, HiFi sound system, Radio, CD Player, WiFi.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove 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 and pool.
Cot and highchair available on request.
Off-road parking.
Communal grounds and farmland with lawn, furniture, barbecue, and heated swimming pool.
One well-behaved dog welcome.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 0.9 miles, shop 1.5 miles.
Note: Pillhead Farm is a working farm.
Note: Pet charge is £20 per full or part week.
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) is available from the Friday immediately preceding the last bank holiday in May to the first Friday in September, 10am-evening.
Note: Electric cars cannot be charged on site, but there is a charging point 4-minutes drive away (at Tesco).
Note: Wood provided October - April
Helen
The cottage has everything you need for a comfortable and relaxing holiday and the owner and family are so friendly and helpful. We could have stayed forever!
Tim
Its a spacious cottage for two (or two plus a little one as we are now).Our son loved going to see the ducks, sheep and geese. The new sofa was good too. Sadly it will be our last time for a while as we now need a cottage with a bed for the boy, but one day we hope to come back!
Colin
Even managed some swimming. Shame about the weather, but still a wonderful holiday home from home. Very friendly welcome, with selection of tea and coffee left for us. Anyone wanting a Devon holiday, this is the one !
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