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The Olde Chapel

Bickington, near Barnstaple, Devon
Sleeps 6
Bedrooms 3
Bathrooms 3
Change Sat
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Sky TV
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Quirky
Games / Play facilities
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bedroom
Decorated for Christmas
Downstairs bathroom
Shop nearby
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
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At a glance

  • Grade II-listed former chapel in Bickington with remote operated parking turntable for 2 cars
  • Ideal location for exploring the sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde and Westward Ho!
  • Unique retreat with a games snug, private rear garden, and a stylish light and spacious interior
Property code: OC-87116

This remarkable Grade II-listed property offers easy access to the host of popular towns, villages and beaches situated around the Taw/Torridge Estuary. Dog-friendly, boasting a spacious interior with original features, a games snug, private rear garden and a remote-controlled turntable for parking, it is perfect for families or groups of friends who love long days in and out.

Entering through the original vestibule with high ceilings, find yourself in the open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner. This area is blessed with underfloor heating and plenty of natural light which pours in through lancet windows and onto a mix of original features and contemporary furnishings. A handy utility room is located off the kitchen, and the ground floor is also home to the rear hallway, where you’ll find a bathroom, two super-king-size bedrooms, one with en-suite shower room. A bespoke staircase - made using the church’s original seating - takes you up onto a mezzanine, home to a games snug, and where you can enjoy a totally new perspective on the area below. Stairs in the ground floor rear hallway take you up to a dreamy en-suite super-king-sized bedroom. Bi-fold doors at the end of the rear hallway lead out into the west-facing private garden, a long and narrow stretch of lawn home to an outside fireplace. Everyone will want to see the remote-controlled parking turntable at the front of the chapel in action.

The chapel sits within 11 miles of the golden sands of Saunton Sands, Westward Ho! and Croyde, home to some of the biggest waves and best water sports in Devon. The bustling towns of Barnstaple (3 miles) and South Molton (13.5 miles) offer an array of emmenties, including pannier markets. The historic surroundings of Arlington Court (10 miles) also offer a cracking family day out.

  • 3 bedrooms – 1 super-king and 2 super-king zip-and-link beds (can be made into a twin on request)
  • 3 bathrooms – 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with a shower and WC, and 1 en-suite on the first floor with a bath, separate shower and WC
  • Dual fuel cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee pod machine and boiling water tap
  • Smart TV in open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner
  • Mezzanine level with games table, books, games, arcade machine, TV, Xbox and puzzles
  • Underfloor heating and central heating throughout. Electric fire in lounge.
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble drier
  • Travel cot and highchair available on request
  • Garden with garden furniture
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars
  • Beach 7 miles, shop 0.7 miles, and pub within 200 metres
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

Hannah Chapman

This property is personally managed by Hannah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 18 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Sidonie 24th December 2025

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Overall lovely stay. Few improvements needed to add comfort and security. Games table is a nice touch. They had decorated for Christmas which was very nice. Beds are comfy and the showers are great.

Reviewed by Jon 6th September 2025

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The chapel is very well equipped, spacious, clean and comfortable. We didnt have the best weather so unfortunately didnt get to use the garden but it is a lovely outside space. The turntable was very useful as the road can get quite busy at certain times. Very convenient location for beaches and exploring north Devon. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Judy 2nd August 2025

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A great fun place to stay. The plethora of board games was a real bonus!

Reviewed by Jackie 21st June 2025

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Firstly don't let the reviews regarding the road put you off, I am glad we didn't. We come from Chelmsford and our local roads are busy this road in comparison to ours in not busy, yes it has traffic and is a main road but it moves, the Chapel is set off the road and we did not hear anything. Chapel is quirky and charming and large, lots to do and Read moreeverything has been catered for should the weather be poor. Lovely original features, area fantastic, short walk to the tarka trail. Hide

Reviewed by Hilary 7th June 2025

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Really enjoyed our stay at The Olde Chapel. It has been beautiful renovated and the pool table & Xbox on the mezzanine was well used and appreciated. The bedrooms and bathrooms were very modern and well equipped. The garden area was very pretty and the seating area was a little sun trap. Although on a busy road, you werent aware of it inside the chRead moreapel and the turntable really helped with parking. Highly recommend this unique property. Hide

Reviewed by Andrea 24th May 2025

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Absolutely beautiful place, and something for all the family to do, some many games to choose from, the karaoke was definitely a winner with family, definitely go back, spotlessly clean the upstairs bedroom is huge definitely recommend this the olde chapel, thank you for such a beautiful stay x

Reviewed by Heather 3rd May 2025

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We had a lovely stay in The Old Chapel, everything as described. Very spacious and comfortable with top quality accessories and fittings. Would definately return.

Reviewed by Paul 29th March 2025

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This is a lovely property, well equipped and generally quite comfortable. We didnt use the car turntable as we found it easy to park without it. The games area provided great fun. The garden is very basic and has plastic grass which we werent keen on, it was well enclosed and dog safe. The property is situated on a very busy main road but inside thRead moree property the traffic noise was minimal. We found the main living area quite chilly in the evening. Hide

Reviewed by David & Sheryl 16th February 2025

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Reviewed by John 4th October 2024

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This is one of the best cottages we have stayed in over many years. Extremely well equipped, very comfortable lounge area and bedrooms. Bathroom excellent. So interesting and quirky finished to an exceptionally high standard. Great location for exploring North Devon. The four of us had a wonderful break there and we highly recommend it.

Reviewed by Michelle 27th September 2024

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Simply stunning property offering the most fantastic home from home get away, catering for everything we needed. Wish we could have stayed longer, thank you for your hospitality.

Reviewed by Phillip 14th September 2024

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A lovely chapel conversion and it really made for a memorable stay. The pool table was a hit with the adult children.

Reviewed by Alyson 7th September 2024

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More comfortable sofa in the living area, shower head in upstairs ensuite shower needs replacing and there was a really terrible smell in the wardrobe upstairs. We didn't use it at all and had to keep the doors closed. Kitchen is awkward as on so many levels.

Reviewed by Dennis 23rd August 2024

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Reviewed by Victoria 9th August 2024

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This house is stunning! So spacious- pictures don't do the space justice. The 2 downstairs rooms are both good sizes, and the master room is enormous with a big en suite. The kitchen was equipped very well with more that enough crockery and cutlery. The pool table, X box and games machine- brilliant Beautiful open space in the kitchen, diner and loRead moreunge. Just perfect 10/10. Great location with just 20-30 to all beaches. Dogs very comfortable and very secure back and front. Hide

Reviewed by Adrian 27th July 2024

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A fantastically quirky property to spend your days/ evenings between exploring the attractions and beaches of North Devon. We enjoyed family pool, board games, retro arcade games and the SKY Glass TV even if you have to stand up to use the remote! We all loved the huge beds in each bedroom and the large family/ dining space in the former chapel. ThRead moree driveway is tight to access from the busy road and the turntable only fits medium sized cars. It didn't work when we used the fob unfortunately. Hide

Reviewed by Emma 12th July 2024

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The Olde Chapel is a beautiful home and a great base to explore stunning North Devon. The facilities in the Chapel are great, a real home from home. The kitchen has everything you need, and the beds are very comfortable. We made good use of the pool table and karaoke. There is a pretty good food pub in walking distance (cedars), our favourite placeRead more was Instow, lovely beach and the Boathouse is highly recommended, amazing fresh fish. we went 3 times! Hide

Reviewed by Nova 5th July 2024

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Marsdens Devon Cottages is a trading name of The Travel Chapter Limited | The Travel Chapter Limited is registered in England and Wales. | Registered office Travel Chapter House, Gammaton Road, Bideford, EX39 4DF. Company No. 02431506 | VAT reg: 143053210.