In a picturesque North Devon village, Braefoot cottage offers a warm welcome with its open plan living area and well-equipped kitchen. Enjoy countryside views from the outdoor seating area, explore four acres of grounds with lakes and walks or have fun in the children's play area.
Reviews
9.09.0 out of 10
Wonderful
Entire home
2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 4
Popular amenities
Kitchen
Washing machine
Outdoor space
Parking available
Water view
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About this property
An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms
Set in a pretty countryside village close to the North Devon coast is Braefoot, a two bedroom cottage sleeping up to four.
This two storey cottage is deceptively spacious with a good sized open plan living area, which is split into a cosy lounge with TV, a well-equipped kitchen and a dining area. Upstairs there are two tastefully decorated bedrooms, which are well laid out for a family, with the twin bedroom leading to the main double. There is also a nice family bathroom.
Outside guests can admire the countryside views from their own outdoor seating area, which is located in the shared courtyard. There are also more than four acres of grounds to explore featuring walks and two lakes, which are stocked with carp, rudd and tench (fishing available without licence - just bring your own rod!). Beyond this is a children's play area and a nice sized communal lawn.
Braefoot is located at Lower Aylescott where there are five other cottages of various sizes.
The cottages are situated in West Down just a short drive from the North Devon coastline where families can enjoy the golden sands of the award-winning Woolacombe beach, or alternatively the pretty coves at Lee Bay and Combe Martin, where children are guaranteed to love the rock pools. There are also several other nearby beaches well worth a visit.
The village of West Down is a great setting for a holiday with a nice shop selling day-to-day essentials, a church and a country pub. For further bars, restaurants and shops, Ilfracombe, Braunton and Woolacombe are all within easy reach.
Property amenities
Internet
Available in the cottage: Internet access
Parking and transport
Parking on site
Kitchen
Dishwasher
Hob
Microwave
Oven
Refrigerator
Toaster
Bedrooms
2 bedrooms
Bedsheets provided
Bathroom
1 bathroom
Bathtub or shower
Hair dryer
Towels provided
Living spaces
Living room
Entertainment
TV
Outdoor areas
Garden
Patio
Laundry
Laundry facilities
Washing machine
Comfort
Heating
Pets
No pets allowed
Suitability/Accessibility
Smoke-free property
Services and conveniences
Iron/ironing board
Location highlights
In a rural location
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)
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
Pets not allowed
Children and extra beds
Children are welcome
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
On-site parties or group events are strictly prohibited
Host has indicated that there is a carbon monoxide detector on the property
Host has indicated that 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
About the area
Located in Ilfracombe, this cottage is in a rural area and on a lake. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park. Marwood Hill Gardens and St Anne's Arts & Community Centre are also worth visiting. Surfing/body boarding and fishing offer great chances to get out on the surrounding water, or you can seek out an adventure with hiking and horse riding nearby. Visit our Ilfracombe travel guide
Is An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms pet-friendly?
No, pets are not allowed at this property.
How much is parking at An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
On-site parking is available at the property.
What time is check-in at An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Check-in begins at 5:00 PM.
What time is check-out at An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms?
Checkout is at 9:00 AM.
Where is An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms located?
Situated on a lake, this cottage is within 6 miles (10 km) of North Devon Coast, Marwood Hill Gardens and Ilfracombe Aquarium. Ilfracombe Beach and Ilfracombe Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).
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An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Reviews
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Fantastic location, great facilities
Lovely property with everything you need in it. Had a really lovely holiday. Weather certainly helped.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Foulla K.
18 Aug 2025
Great family cottage
A lovely little cottage that had a beautiful view. In a very peaceful location, only about 20 minutes away from gorgeous beaches. A great central location for visiting Croyde, Ilfracombe and the local beaches.
Clean kitchen and bathroom and very useful to have a dishwasher. The table outside was great for eating outside in the summer evenings.
Our host was very helpful and responsive and kindly let us check out late as it was my son’s birthday. Thank you for a wonderful stay.
Foulla K.
From a partner site
10/10 Excellent
Steve K.
21 June 2019
This place was perfect for us
The location of the cottages is in an incredibly pretty rural spot, quiet but not too isolated, there is an excellent pub nearby that does proper good food and is within easy walking distance; also Ilfracombe and Braunton are just a few miles away, both excellent places for cafes, restaurants and bars.
There is an amazing amount of space and an adventure playground for children to let off steam and a well stocked fishing lake, all beautifully maintained.
We stayed in Braefoot cottage and it was just ideal. A very clean, comfortable, tastefully furnished and well equipped property with lovely views down to the lake from both inside the house and the raised patio.
Steve K.
From a partner site
6/10 Okay
12 Apr 2019
Disappointed
There is a strong smell of damp in the cottage and in fact the appliance instructions in the kitchen drawer are very damp as a result. The shower doesn't work and if you want a bath you would need to allow an eternity for it to actually fill. I think it very mean of the hosts to only provide 1 dishwasher tablet, 1 laundry tablet, virtually no washing up liquid and no washing up sponge. I wouldn't stay again.