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Honeysuckle Cottage Weare Giffard

Weare Giffard, near Bideford, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
No Dogs
4 star
Waterside Views
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Quirky
Romantic
Thatched
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Enclosed garden / patio
Downstairs bathroom
Pub nearby
Beach within easy reach
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Beautiful Grade II-listed thatched cottage overlooking the River Torridge and the valley below
  • Quaint riverside village with traditional green, children’s playground, river fishing and local pub
  • Ideal for walkers and cyclists as the traffic-free Tarka Trail is accessible from the village
Property code: OC-83808

This chocolate-box cottage sits in the rural village of Weare Giffard with valley views from the top of the garden and rustic features adding charm and character. The golden sands of Westward Ho! are 9.5 miles from your door whilst RHS Rosemoor Gardens is closer to home so there are plenty of places to spend time before tucking into a meal at the local pub. After time in the great outdoors, snuggle up in front of the wood burner with family and friends for a relaxing evening.

Beneath its gorgeous, thatched roof, this cottage boasts traditional style and has exposed beams and stonework. Neutral tones will help you relax in the cosy lounge where the gas log effect fire transforms the space into a snug sanctuary in the evenings. Switch on the smart TV for a family film night or head outside and fill your lungs with fresh air in the lovely garden where you can sit on the patio and admire the views, taking care of steps. The quaint kitchen has all you need to rustle up delicious meals to enjoy before you head up the steep, cottage-style stairs to find the two pretty bedrooms where you can drift off.

Head out from your door and enjoy woodland walks, a stroll along the river or take to the traffic-free Tarka Trail on foot or on two wheels. For a coastal hike, the South West Coast Path can be joined in many places, with one of the easiest being Westward Ho! (9.5 miles) where you can also enjoy beach days and the amusement arcades. Just 2.5 miles away, visit the streets of the market town of Torrington and pop by Dartington Crystal.

  • 2 bedrooms – 1 super-king-size and 1 king-size
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 bathroom with bath and WC, 1 shower room with WC
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave fridge/ freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
  • Gas central heating throughout and gas log effect fire in the lounge
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Patio area with garden furniture, large front lawn area and steep rear garden with seating platforms
  • Iron, ironing board and hairdryer provided
  • No BBQ's allowed due to the thatch
  • Off-road parking for 2 cars (in the layby at bottom of the garden)
  • Beach 10 miles, shop 3 miles and pub within 500 metres
  • Arrival: 15:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed

Belinda Withey

This property is personally managed by Belinda.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 17 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Rhoda 27th June 2026

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We stayed at this beautiful cottage during the heatwave however the cottage itself was quite cool which was a bonus.The beds were very comfortable and I personally loved the addition of a top sheet for the warm weather and therefore not needing the duvet.We managed to visit lots of places of interest which are not too far away and loved all of themRead more especially RHS Rosemoor gardens.The cottage is very well equipped and very comfortable. Hide

Reviewed by Melanie 14th June 2026

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Absolutely beautiful cottage located in the delightful village of Weare Giffard. The bedrooms are gorgeous and have extremely comfortable beds and pillows. Very spacious lounge that has a cosy atmosphere due to the comfortable sofa and wood burner (gas) fire. Kitchen has everything you need including dishwasher. Please remember to feed the veRead morery friendly Robin!! The Cyder Presse pub in the village is run by a lovely landlord and staff are very welcoming. I would highly recommend this holiday cottage. Hide

Reviewed by Richard 3rd October 2025

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Beautiful cottage,full of history but all mod cons. Everything you needed for a lovely holiday. In a wonderful setting. Weare Giffard is a beautiful village and the people are very friendly.

Reviewed by Michael 26th September 2025

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Wonderful Cottage with everything we needed. Will definitely want to re-visit. Shame that when we went the local pub wasn't doing food. Best check beforehand as there's no other restaurant within walking distance in the evening. Plenty to drive to though.

Reviewed by Sara 29th August 2025

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A lovely week. Cottage is in a gorgeous setting. Lovely to have a pub within 5 minutes walk. Good location to visit various parts of North Devon.

Reviewed by Andrea 8th August 2025

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We had the most amazing family holiday at Honeysuckle cottage. The cottage was in the most stunning location and we all enjoyed every aspect of the garden(s) The location was perfect for discovering North Devon and we had lovely days out enjoying Westward Ho! Appledore, Ilfracombe and the Milky Way. The Tarka Trail was really easy to get to and we Read morewere just sorry that we didn't get chance to hire bikes this time. The cottage has everything and more, and we would definitely love to return! Hide

Reviewed by Keith 2nd August 2025

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Reviewed by Brian 27th June 2025

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Comfortable and well equipt cottage in a wonderful location. Off the beaten track yet easy to get to places like Bideford and Appledore.

Reviewed by Cath 20th June 2025

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We had a lovely time at the cottage. It was beautiful inside and out and extremely well equipped. The surrounding area is peaceful, a very relaxing spot. Would highly recommend.

Reviewed by M 13th June 2025

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The property was well equipped and had plenty of room. The village is lovely and within easy reach of towns and beaches.

Reviewed by John 6th June 2025

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Reviewed by Alastair 11th April 2025

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A beautiful cottage, located in the wonderful village of Weare Giffard. My wife and I and two boys (10 and 14) had a wonderful week before Easter in Honeysuckle Cottage. The cottage is very comfortable with everything you need to make your stay as enjoyable as possible. Also a great location to explore North Devon.

Reviewed by Hamid 26th October 2024

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Absolutely beautiful cottage, wish we had stayed longer.

Reviewed by Jackie 27th September 2024

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We absolutely loved our holiday, the cottage was amazing, we fell in love with it instantly, it was everything we had dreamt of and more, it far exceeded our expectation. The location was beautiful and everyone was lovely, friendly and helpful; in fact I would go as far as to say that we were made to feel really special! We would highly recommend tRead morehis cottage, although we would like to think of it as our own little gem hideaway!! Hide

Reviewed by B R 13th September 2024

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Reviewed by Sherri 16th August 2024

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Lovely clean and well equipped cottage in a beautiful location.. Had a wonderful relaxing time staying here and exploring the North Devon coast.

Reviewed by Philip 2nd August 2024

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Lovely, lovely cottage and peaceful, quiet location. Easy access to many attraction, RHS Rosemoor top of our list. Owners and caretaker looked after us whenever needed. Now missing the clear blue skies and fresh air!

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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.