Newt Cottage
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Overview
Newt Cottage is a charming, stylish retreat nestled within an exclusive resort near the seaside town of Combe Martin in North Devon. This beautifully presented cottage offers an open-plan living space with a well-equipped kitchen, a cosy dining area, and comfortable seating. The two bedrooms include a luxurious four-poster king-size bed in the master room, and the family bathroom features a bath and overhead shower. Guests can relax on a private enclosed terrace, complete with a hot tub, garden furniture, a barbecue, and a chimenea, all overlooking the resort’s animal enclosures and lush valley.
The resort itself boasts fantastic amenities, including an indoor heated swimming pool, a children’s adventure play area, a games room, and an extensive grounds with over fifty animals. You can explore nature trails, gardens, and orchards or enjoy outdoor dining and yoga classes. For families, there’s a thrilling pirate ship play structure, a trampoline, and even opportunities to help feed the animals. Situated near Combe Martin, guests are surrounded by breathtaking beaches, cliffs, and coastal trails, making it the perfect spot for relaxation and adventure alike. The location is ideal for exploring Exmoor National Park and North Devon’s stunning beaches.
What you should know…
- The cottage is dog friendly. You will be given a doggy welcome pack with a quilted waterproof sofa protector, a dog towel, water bowl, a flashing safety tag, dog treats, pool bags and a dedicated disposal bin. There is a large field for off lead fun and wonderful walks throughout the estate.
- Guests staying at this wonderful cottage can use all of the resort facilities, including the pool, playground, honesty shop, games room, adventure playground, kitchen garden, the animal areas and lots more.
- There are electric charging points provided for electric cars.
- There are sometimes promotional offers with Newberry Cottage. If you only use one bedroom or don’t use the hot tub, it is sometimes offered at a discount. Please ask if you are interested.
Property Features
The Cottage
Ground Floor
- Large open plan living, dining room and well equipped kitchen with dishwasher
First Floor
- Bedroom with a king-sized four poster bed
- Bedrooms with twin beds
- Family bathroom with a bath and shower
Outdoor Grounds
- Hot tub
- Private terrace with garden furniture and chimnea
- BBQ
- Parking
Additional Facilities
- Smart TV
- Wi-Fi
Shared laundry room with washing machines (with Sandy Bay Cottage)
Shared Facilities Onsite
- Indoor swimming pool
- Over 50 Friendly animals
- Fast EV Charging
- Outdoor dining
- Extensive grounds
- Indoor soft play
- Honesty Shop
- Kitchen Garden
- Outdoor play areas
- Fire pits
- Games Room
Location
About the surrounding area of Newt CottageNewt Cottage is ideally located in the tranquil village of Combe Martin, a picturesque seaside town in North Devon. The area is renowned for its secluded sandy beaches, dramatic coastal scenery, and abundant wildlife. The charming harbour is perfect for a peaceful stroll, while the quaint shops and cosy pubs offer a warm, welcoming atmosphere. Local attractions include the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, a fascinating destination for families, and the nearby Exmoor National Park, which offers hiking, cycling, and scenic drives. History enthusiasts can explore the region's past, from its maritime heritage to the stunning Hangman Cliffs, which boast breathtaking views. Combe Martin is also close to the famous Southwest Coast Path, ideal for those wishing to explore the stunning coastline. Additionally, guests can enjoy nearby beaches like Broadsands, Woolacombe, and Saunton Sands, which are perfect for water sports and relaxation. The area is rich in history, natural beauty, and outdoor activities, ensuring a memorable stay.
| Local Amenities | |||
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| Nearest Airport |
Exeter Airport
(92.4 km) |
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| Nearest Ferry Port |
Port Of Plymouth
(120 km) |
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| Nearest Train Station |
Barnstaple Station
(21.6 km) |
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| Nearest Village |
Combe Martin
(2.3 km) |
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| Nearest Town/City |
Ilfracombe
(11.5 km) |
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| Nearest Restaurant |
The Coach House At Kentisbury Grange
(7 km) |
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| Nearest Bar/Pub |
The Castle Inn
(2.3 km) |
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| Nearest Supermarket |
Co-Op
(2 km) |
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| Nearest Beach |
Combe Martin Beach
(3.7 km) |
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| Nearest Golf |
Ilfracombe Golf Club
(8.4 km) |
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| Nearest Tennis |
Ilfracombe Tennis Club
(17 km) |
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Region
Devon is the kind of destination that rewards exploration. With coastlines on two separate sides of England you’ll have seaside towns and clifftop walks to enjoy, and with Dartmoor and Exmoor your adventures can expand to kayaking, hiking or just admiring the spectacular scenery. So you can make the very best of this wonderful English county, we’ve created this Devon travel guide that’s full of tips, inspiration and great things to do – and our range of beautiful cottages in Devon make the perfect place to stay.
Kids
Best Suited For: All AgesNewt Cottage is a fantastic choice for families with kids, offering plenty of space and activities to keep little ones entertained. The resort features a thrilling adventure play area, complete with a wooden pirate ship, trampoline, swings, and a slide. The games room offers table football and table tennis, and there’s also a soft play area for younger children. Kids will love the chance to interact with over fifty animals on the estate, from alpacas to ducks, and they can even help at feeding times.
Locally, there are plenty of family-friendly attractions, such as the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, where kids can meet dinosaurs and enjoy animal exhibits. The nearby beaches offer rock pools to explore and safe, sandy spots for playing. The Exmoor National Park also provides great opportunities for outdoor adventures like hiking and cycling, with plenty of child-friendly trails and scenic views to enjoy as a family.
Baby and Toddler Equipment
- Cot(s)
Kids Activities Close-by
- Beach Nearby
- Cycling
- Outdoor Pursuit & Activities
- Tourist Towns & Villages
Onsite Facilities
- Games Room
- Indoor Games
- Outdoor Games
Services Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
Extras
Oliver's Extras
- Yoga Classes Available
- Spa Treatments Available
- Chef/Cook Available
- Maid Service Available
- Babysitting Available
- Beach Equipment Available
At Oliver’s Travels, we pride ourselves on going that little bit further for our guests. From private chefs to travel services, we can help you arrange those little extras that make it a truly memorable holiday. Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team, who will be happy to help. We can typically help you arrange any of the following:
- Maid service/extra cleaning
- Private chef/cook/catering
- Welcome hamper/pre-stocked fridge
- Local day-trips or tours
- Airport pick-up/drop-off
Simply fill in the concierge request form or contact the Oliver’s Concierge Team.
Please note that all extras are subject to availability and must be requested in advance of the holiday (prices on request). Due to some rural/remote locations, not all services will be available at all properties. However, we will always do our best to fulfil your requests!
Oliver's Travels Chef Service: A Gourmet Dining Experience
Make hosting a memorable dinner party at your villa an absolute breeze with our superb Chef Service. Our chefs will take care of everything for you from start to finish so you can just sit back and enjoy the gastronomic experience. They will bring all the necessary ingredients, cook and serve the food and even clean up afterwards. To find out more visit www.oliverstravels.com/chefs
| Security deposit | £1000 to be held by Oliver's Travels and to be released subject to a damage inspection on departure |
| Arrival time | 4:00 pm |
| Departure time | 9:30 am |
Terms & Conditions
These terms and conditions may be amended from time to time.
| Security deposit | £1000 to be held by Oliver's Travels and to be released subject to a damage inspection on departure |
| Arrival time | 4:00 pm |
| Departure time | 9:30 am |
| Energy costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Heating costs included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| Linen & towels included? | Yes, included in the rental price |
| End of stay cleaning included? | Yes. However, guests are required to leave the accommodation clean, tidy and in the same condition as on their arrival. Any extra cleaning, laundry, maintenance and/or rubbish disposal required will be charged against the security deposit |
| Internet access? | Wi-Fi internet access included |
| Minimum stay | 7 nights during peak season, 3 nights during all other periods |
| Changeover day | Friday |
| Pets welcome? | On request only and with prior agreement with the owner |
| Smoking Allowed? | Smoking & Vaping are not permitted |
| Stag & Hen Do Allowed? | No stag or hen do's permitted. The property contains personal belongings of the owner. The property is rented as a holiday let and not a venue. The number of guests on site during a rental cannot exceed the number on the booking form without the prior permission of the owner |
| Other Ts and Cs | The number of guests on the property at any time during the stay must not exceed the maximum capacity without the prior permission of the owner |
Rental Rates
Prices based on an occupancy of 2 people:
| Rental period | 3 Nights | 4 Nights | 5 Nights | Weekly |
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| Mar 17th 2025 - Apr 4th 2025 | £1,012 | £1,080 | £1,148 | £1,350 |
| Apr 4th 2025 - Apr 25th 2025 | - | - | - | £2,683 |
| Apr 25th 2025 - May 9th 2025 | £1,266 | £1,351 | £1,436 | £1,688 |
| May 9th 2025 - May 23rd 2025 | £1,436 | £1,531 | £1,627 | £1,914 |
| May 23rd 2025 - May 30th 2025 | - | - | - | £3,005 |
| May 30th 2025 - Jul 11th 2025 | - | - | - | £2,468 |
| Jul 11th 2025 - Jul 25th 2025 | - | - | - | £2,817 |
| Jul 25th 2025 - Sep 5th 2025 | £2,367 | £2,525 | £2,683 | £3,220 |
| Sep 5th 2025 - Sep 19th 2025 | £1,690 | £1,802 | £1,915 | £2,253 |
| Sep 19th 2025 - Oct 31st 2025 | £1,690 | £1,953 | £2,216 | £2,253 |
| Oct 31st 2025 - Dec 19th 2025 | £1,045 | £1,114 | £1,184 | £1,393 |
| Dec 19th 2025 - Jan 2nd 2026 | £1,689 | £1,802 | £1,915 | £2,468 |
| Jan 2nd 2026 - Feb 13th 2026 | £758 | £834 | £910 | £1,070 |
| Feb 13th 2026 - Feb 27th 2026 | £1,206 | £1,286 | £1,367 | £1,608 |
| Feb 27th 2026 - Mar 6th 2026 | £803 | £856 | £910 | £1,070 |
| Mar 6th 2026 - Apr 3rd 2026 | £1,012 | £1,080 | £1,148 | £1,350 |
| Apr 3rd 2026 - Apr 24th 2026 | - | - | - | £2,683 |
| Apr 24th 2026 - May 8th 2026 | £1,266 | £1,351 | £1,436 | £1,688 |
| May 8th 2026 - May 22nd 2026 | £1,436 | £1,531 | £1,627 | £1,914 |
| May 22nd 2026 - May 29th 2026 | - | - | - | £3,005 |
| May 29th 2026 - Jul 10th 2026 | - | - | - | £2,468 |
| Jul 10th 2026 - Jul 24th 2026 | - | - | - | £2,817 |
| Jul 24th 2026 - Sep 4th 2026 | £2,367 | £2,525 | £2,683 | £3,220 |
| Sep 4th 2026 - Sep 18th 2026 | £1,690 | £1,802 | £1,915 | £2,253 |
Please note that these prices/rates are a guide only and may not be correct at the current date. For an accurate quote, please enquire.
Reviews
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Absolutely fabulous place - 100% recommend!
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Genuinely the best holiday
I don’t think I can say one negative thing about the property, it was the perfect place to stay for us and our boys (4yo and nearly 2yo).
The cottage was fantastic, so spacious and comfortable. The owners definitely know what families need to make a holiday easy and kitted the place out with high chairs, stair gates, child toilet seats and steps, games, books, bed guards and more.
The actual surroundings were exceptional. Fab outdoor play area and the indoor swimming was so good! Easy booking system and the kids loved it. The farm is gorgeous and the animals were a real treat for the kids too.
You’re given so much info to help you with your stay before you even arrive which is massively helpful. The local area has loads going on and particular favs were the Tunnel Beaches in Ilfracombe as well as sea safari there too. We also made a special day trip to Padstow in Cornwall - takes a couple of hours but worth it for Trevone Bay alone.
My only gripe would be I wish we stayed longer than 7 nights but we’ll just have to keep coming back! -
A wonderful break in North Devon
We had a great time at Newt Cottage. The cottage itself was beautifully presented and the grounds around the cottage were wonderful. From feeding the animals to playing in the play room or swimming in the pool everything was on our doorstep and meant we could take each day as it came. Alice is a fantastic host who is always available for a chat or to give advice on where to go. Nothing was too much trouble and everything was really well thought out.
Thank you for helping to make our holiday so much fun. We're already looking at dates to return!
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A lovely week in a lovely place, with plenty to do on-site and nearby for us and the kids
We had a fantastic time. Alice and her family made us very welcome. The cottage is high spec, clean, and there are lots of little touches that made it special. Our kids loved all the things to do onsite, with pool, hot tub, and animals then genuinely didn't want to leave and we had to drag them out to Croyde, Lynton etc. All in all a fantastic break. We'll be back!
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Another fantastic stay
We returned 3 years after our original stay and its even better under new ownership. Alice and the team there are brilliant. The farm is stunning and has everything you could need for a perfect family stay. Highly recomend.
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Great holiday
We had an excellent time. We went with our two boys age 2 and 4 the facilities were perfect for them. The cottage was lovely and clean. We had a great time and will look forward to returning again.
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Fantastic holiday location for a young family
We spent a week here with 2 kids (age 2 & 4) and left feeling that we could have stayed for longer. There is so much to do on site as well as fantastic days out at local beaches. Our kids loved the pool, the indoor soft play and going to feed the farm animals in the morning. Everything at the farm was excellent, we were really well looked after. Lovely place and would definitely recommend it!
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It was ideal
We booked all three smaller cottages for a family holiday and it was ideal.
The owner, Alice, could not have been more helpful and the facilities and whole environment were perfect for the whole family and especially our grandchildren .
Well located for the North Devon coast the mini estate was in a lovely quiet valley and very well set up and run…….we will certainly recommend and come again. -
A wonderful stay!
A wonderful stay for our family. Our two daughters (2 and 3 years old) absolutely loved seeing the animals everyday and the range of outside play equipment to enjoy. Having the soft play in with the table tennis table also meant my husband and I could enjoy playing our game while the girls were entertained. The cottage was homely and the views stunning. We hope to return again! Thank you!
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Sanctuary
Fabulous stay, warm welcome for us and spaniel by Alice and family. Cottage warm, practical, bit of luxury. Dog had biscuits a towel and even had an identification disc linked to cottage if went AWOL!
Hot tub amazing with views across alpaca paddocks and Coombe Martin valley with sunsets . Swimming pool lovely. Thoroughly recommended. -
A perfect place for children (and adults!)
We have just come back from a fantastic week staying in Newt Cottage. We have a two year old and a 4 month old and it was the perfect place to be able to keep our eldest entertained when we couldn’t go out because of our youngest at certain points in the week. If you asked our two year old what the best part of our holiday was she would say the animals, trampoline, swimming pool, play park and indoor play centre - not a mention of anywhere else we visited! :-)
The house was comfortable and had everything we could possibly need. Most importantly the beds were comfy! The honesty shop was a nice touch and we made use of it on a couple of occasions.
Alice was quick to respond to any of my enquiries and really helpful with info for our holiday. Thanks to Roy for the animal feeding - we went every day it was on and it was a highlight of the holiday. We would love to come back and stay in one of the larger properties with our family or friends and will recommend to others. -
Wonderful family stay in a stunning setting
Just back from a wonderful week at the resort and what a fantastic place this is. We stayed in Newt Cottage and it was really homely with everything a family (2 adults, 2 young children and a dog) needs. The facilities are fantastic, with an indoor pool, hot tubs, farm animals and the most wonderful scenery. Alice and her family couldn’t do enough for us and were very welcoming. Can’t wait to book the very impressive larger accommodations (Main house and converted barn) and bring our family and friends along next time too. The property is a wonderful location base for day tripping and we filled our week with days out after some great suggestions from Alice via their website. Highly recommended.
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We’ll be coming back!
Is the perfect place for families with young kids. The owners have put a lot of love to the place. Lots of activities and close to some of the most beautiful beaches.
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Comfortable and well equipped
The location was secluded and attractive, the cottage itself was comfortable and well equipped, the facilities, especially the swimming pool and play area, were excellent and everyone on site was very friendly and helpful. Overall we had a wonderful and relaxing holiday.
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Perfect stay
Newt Cottage was perfect for our family of 4. It was clean, comfortable, and the kitchen was well-equipped. We were able to enjoy a movie night on Saturday as the cottage has access to Netflix.
The facilities onsite are incredible: we were able to book the pool twice a day (booking required due to Covid-restrictions) and had it for ourselves; the kids loved the outside playground; and feeding the animals was an experience that we all enjoyed (especially bottle-feeding the baby lambs).
The cottages are located near beautiful beaches (Wollacombe for example); equestrian centres and the Willdlife park.
Alice and her family were wonderful hosts. They genuinely wanted us to have a great time. It was our first time in Devon but won't be our last.
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Fantastic stay
We had a brilliant stay at the property, a stunning location and a very comfortable stay with all needs met especially for our 8 months old.
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The cottage and facilities are perfect for families with kids
Having stayed at Newt Cottage before a couple of years ago we knew what to expect and we weren’t disappointed. Everything about the cottage and facilities are perfect for families with kids, especially the outdoor play areas and the swimming pool which our kids loved. The cottage feels like like home from the moment we opened the door and provides a perfect base from which to explore the surrounding areas.
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