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A two-story house with a sloped roof, surrounded by lush greenery and a body of water.
A rooftop garden with potted plants and flowers.
A living room with a sofa, ottoman, dining table, chairs, and a staircase leading to another room.
A compact kitchen with a microwave, kettle, and washing machine.
A wooden dock extending into a calm river surrounded by lush greenery.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Entire home

2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washer
  • Outdoor Space
  • Parking available
  • Water view

Explore the area

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West Down, Devon
  • Place, North Devon Coast
    ‪14 min drive‬
  • Place, Ilfracombe Aquarium
    ‪15 min drive‬
  • Place, Woolacombe Beach
    ‪20 min drive‬

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About the neighborhood

Ilfracombe

This cottage places you within a 15-minute drive of popular attractions such as North Devon Coast and Ilfracombe Harbour. The cottage includes a kitchen, a patio, and a refrigerator.
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What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 14 min drive - 4.1 miles
  • Ilfracombe Aquarium - 15 min drive - 7.2 miles
  • Woolacombe Beach - 20 min drive - 6.8 miles
  • Exmoor National Park - 22 min drive - 13.5 miles
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 25 min drive - 9.3 miles

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 30 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Lime Kiln Cafe & Bar - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Stables Bar and Lounge - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪George & Dragon - ‬12 min drive
  • ‪Good Food & Drink Depot - ‬7 min drive
  • ‪The Thatched Inn - ‬13 min drive

About this property

Entire place

You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party.

Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott

Smithy Cottage, a cosy two bedroom cottage for two or small families offers the perfect base to explore North Devon. Situated in a quiet valley just outside the picturesque village of West Down, this charming holiday let is also only 4 miles from the popular coastal resorts of Ilfracombe and Woolacombe, and not far from Combe Martin.

Accommodation details
Ground Floor
Lounge/Dining Area: Large comfortable sofas, TV with Freeview, DVD player, fold away dining table & chairs
Kitchen: Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine.

First Floor
Bedroom 1: Double bedroom with double bed
Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom with two full size single beds.
Bathroom: Bath with shower overhead, WC and wash basin.

Important Information
Gas central heating, electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine, WiFi, bed linen and towels provided (beach towels not supplied), cot (please bring your own cot bedding), high chair on request, short breaks available, no smoking, pet free cottage, 4 miles from the coast, 0.5 miles from the nearest pub, weekly changeover day is Friday, supermarket delivery, outdoor dining area in communal courtyard , off road parking for 1 car, over 4 acres of communal grounds, a children’s play area, two fishing lakes (rod licence required).
The cottage is heated and features a kitchen and a patio, and there's space to spread out with 2 bedrooms. Other standard amenities include a washing machine, an ironing board, and a travel crib.

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in the cottage: WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Parking on site

Kitchen

  • Dishwasher
  • Microwave
  • Oven
  • Refrigerator
  • Stovetop
  • Toaster

Dining

  • Dining table

Bedrooms

  • 2 bedrooms
  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • 1 bathroom
  • Bathtub or shower
  • Hair dryer
  • Towels provided

Living spaces

  • Dining table
  • Living room

Entertainment

  • TV

Outdoor areas

  • Garden
  • Patio

Laundry

  • Laundry facilities
  • Washing machine

Comfort

  • Heating

Pets

  • No pets allowed

Suitability/Accessibility

  • Smoking not allowed

Services and conveniences

  • Iron/ironing board

Location highlights

  • On a lake

Things to do

  • Golf
  • Tennis
  • Fishing nearby
  • Hiking/biking trails nearby
  • Horseback riding nearby
  • Surfing/bodyboarding nearby

Safety features

  • Carbon monoxide detector (host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property)
  • Smoke detector (host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property)
  • Fire extinguisher

General

  • Garden

Policies

Check-in

Check-in time starts at 5:00 PM
Contactless check-in available
Minimum check-in age: 21

Check-out

Check-out before 9:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

You will receive an email from the host with check-in and check-out instructions
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Pets

  • This property doesn't allow pets

Children and extra beds

Children allowed: ages 0-17

Events

No events allowed

Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated there is a smoke detector on the property
Safety features at this property include a fire extinguisher
This property is managed through our partner, Vrbo. You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation
  • Check-in: 5:00 PM
  • Check-out: 9:00 AM
  • Minimum check-in age: 21

We should mention

Details about charges, deposits, or other important information:

  • This property is managed by a professional host. The provision of housing is linked to their trade, business, or profession.
  • Charges for extra guests may apply and vary depending on the property's policy.
  • A cash deposit, credit card, or debit card for incidental charges, as well as a government-issued photo ID, may be required at check-in.
  • Special requests are subject to availability at the time of check-in and can't be guaranteed. Certain requests may come with additional charges.
  • Onsite parties or group events are strictly prohibited.
  • Onsite safety features include a carbon monoxide detector, a fire extinguisher, and a smoke detector.

Property is also known as

493184

Frequently asked questions

What is there to do around this cottage?

This cottage is located in Ilfracombe, close to Ilfracombe Harbour and Woolacombe Beach. You'll also find North Devon Coast and Ilfracombe Aquarium within a short drive.

Is there parking available at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott?

No, there isn't parking available at the cottage.

Is this cottage next to a casino?

No, this cottage is not connected to a casino.

Will I find an indoor pool at this cottage?

No, there is no indoor pool at this cottage.

Is Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott good for couples?

Amenities that appeal to couples at this lakeside cottage include a kitchen as well as tennis and a garden.

Does Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott have a hot tub?

No, there isn't a spa tub at this cottage.

Does this cottage provide breakfast?

No, this cottage doesn't offer breakfast.

Will this cottage allow pets to stay for free?

No, pets aren't allowed at this cottage.

Does Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott have connecting rooms available?

No, this cottage doesn't feature connecting guestrooms.

Are there rooms with balconies at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott?

Yes, every cottage at Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott comes with a patio and some offer water views.

Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott Reviews

Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

Rating 10 - Excellent. 4 out of 6 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 2 out of 6 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 6 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 6 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Property conditions & facilities

Reviews

From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Sue B.

Perfect accommodation

The cottage was immaculately clean, well equipped, comfortably furnished and tastefully decorated. It is set in beautiful countryside and a short drive from both Woolacombe and Ilfracombe. The grounds are lovely, especially the lakes, and Janine was the perfect hostess, friendly and helpful.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Don & Carol P.

A lovely rural location

Janine and staff and did a great job of ensuring that our stay was safe and enjoyable. The location was ideal for us as we wanted to visit many different coastal places and towns as we walked many sections of the SW Coast Path. We were able to complete from Combe Martin to Instow over 5 days and 4 nights and really enjoyed our stay at Aylescott.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely stay

We enjoyed our stay at Smithy Cottage . The beds were very comfortable and we loved the beautiful view from the living room . Everything we needed was provided . Our only quibble was with the basin taps in the bathroom which could have been longer it would be easier to wash your hands ! The cottages are down a narrow Devon countryside lane . It was very peaceful and we would return .
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Lovely cottage, peaceful, quiet break

The cottage was very clean and well stocked with cleaning materials. The kitchen has everything you need. The place is cosy and welcoming. The narrow road to the cottage is typical of Devon lanes so care is needed. A small friendly shop in the small town. A short drive to a large Tesco where you can stock up. The mattress in the main bedroom is appalling and must be changed. I slept terribly! The Wi-fi is intermittent bear this in mind if it is an integral part of your stay.
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Charlotte G.

Served its purpose well. Nice cushions.

We enjoyed our stay and the cottage served its purpose - of providing comfortable accommodation near Woolacombe. The furnishings were comfortable and attractive, we liked the living room furniture. But, the double bed, while comfortable enough, is quite flimsy and shaky. The only real problem was the shower attachment, which is unreliable; switching from hot to cold and changing pressure on a whim (bearing no relationship to other use of water within the cottage). I'd really recommend that you install a proper, self-heating shower, as the inadequate shower does let this cottage down. The play area was good; sturdy and new looking and our daughter enjoyed playing there. We liked having the outdoor space available to stroll or sit in (unfortunately the weather was against us most days). We usually enjoy reading the visitor book and saying hello to resident owners but understand that things were unusual this year, because of Covid.
Verified review

10/10 Excellent

Kirsty

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025