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Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

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Terrace/patio
Exterior
Living area
Outdoor dining
Aerial view

Reviews

9.8 out of 10
Exceptional
1 bedroom1 bathroomSleeps 2

Popular amenities

  • Spa pool on site
  • Onsite parking available
  • Pet-friendly
  • Kitchen
  • Deck or patio
  • Internet

Rooms & beds

1 bedroom (sleeps 2)

Bedroom 1

1 King Bed

1 bathroom

Bathroom 1

Bathtub · Toilet · Shower only · Outdoor shower

Spaces

Deck or patio
Outdoor shower
Kitchen
Garden

About this property

Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom

Situated on a farm in the beautiful village of Georgeham near Braunton in North Devon, March End lodges offer luxurious accommodation in a wonderful countryside setting.

A beautifully laid out interior is complimented by floor to ceiling windows that invite the pretty countryside views in giving the space a wonderfully calming atmosphere.

The master bedroom is furnished with a king size bed providing a relaxing retreat, with a spacious modern en-suite bathroom featuring a large bath and walk-in shower.

Central to the living space is a well-equipped open-plan kitchen ideal for whipping up a fabulous meal in; and with so much excellent local produce available in the area you may be tempted to create a few locally inspired dishes.
Outside you'll discover a decked patio where a bubbling hot tub awaits. Positioned under the eaves it makes for the perfect place to laze the hours away whilst taking in the beauty of the landscape beyond.

Thistledown Lodge is pet-friendly so the four-legged members of the family get to enjoy a wonderful break too. Featuring an enclosed garden at the back of the home and just a short drive from some of the best local dog-walking beaches in Devon, this really is the idea pet-friendly home and one we're sure you'll want to return to!

2 pets allowed, a fixed fee of £25 per dog for a short stay of 2-4 night stays and £40 per dog for a 7+ night stay is chargeable, in line with our house rules we do ask that pets are not left alone in the property, do not use the furniture or go in the bedroom areas.

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM

Minimum age to rent: 18

Check out before 10:00 AM

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Children

Adults only

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Events

No events allowed

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Pets

Pets allowed

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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted

Important information

You need to know

Property # 10462469
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

About the area

Braunton

Located in Braunton, this chalet is in a rural area. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can explore Ilfracombe Harbour. St Anne's Arts & Community Centre and Marwood Hill Gardens are also worth visiting.
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Georgeham, Devon

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 7 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Saunton Sands - 19 min drive - 9.6 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 25 min drive - 26.1 km
  • Ilfracombe Harbour - 28 min drive - 19.4 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station - 28 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪The Thatch - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪Blue Groove - ‬3 min drive
  • ‪The Riverside - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪Coast (Bar & Kitchen) - ‬5 min drive
  • ‪Meraki Coffee co - ‬7 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom pet-friendly?

Yes, pets are allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

As of 26 May 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom on 29 May 2026 start from AU$520, including taxes and fees. This price is based on the lowest nightly price found in the last 24 hours for stays in the next 30 days. Prices are subject to change. Choose your dates for more accurate prices.

How much is parking at Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Thistledown - a lodge that sleeps 2 guests in 1 bedroom located?

Situated in a rural location, this chalet is 0.7 mi (1.2 km) from North Devon Coast and within 3 miles (5 km) of Putsborough Sands and Croyde Bay Beach. Braunton Burrows and Saunton Sands are also within 3 miles (5 km).

Reviews

9.8

Exceptional

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Rating 10 - Excellent. 35 out of 39 reviews
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Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 39 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

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Reviews

From a partner site

8/10 Good

A very nice stay

We had a very enjoyable weekend, the lodge felt high end, private and located in a nice part of the country. We would definitely be happy to stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 18 May 2026
Thank you so much for leaving such a lovely review. We are so pleased to hear that you had a great stay at Thistledown and that you found the property at a high standard. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great few days in a wonderful lodge.

Cracking lodges and wonderful part of the UK, was clean, modern and our dog loved it also. Has everything required for relaxing stay.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Great place to stop and relax.

A great place to stop, relax and unwind. So quite and peaceful. Should there be a shower the hot tub is undercover as is the access to it. Lovely beaches close by with Ilfracombe and Barnstable less than 30 minutes away
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Richard C.

Beautifully peaceful in a great location

Thistledown offered superb privacy in a quiet location offering two friendly pubs within walking distance. We visited in mid May and benefited from slightly fewer tourists on the roads and at the beach. Putsborough beach can easily be reached by walking if you are moderately fit. The WiFi is ‘variable’ so don’t rely on it being available but it was nice to be able to disconnect from the world. I would happily re-book.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Perfect and peaceful

Thistledown lodge was extremely clean, peaceful and beautiful. The large enclosed garden was perfect for our dog and felt completely private and not over looked. The hot tub was perfect to relax in of an evening and look out over the fields. Would highly recommend as a place to relax and de-stress. The information supplied before visit was extremely helpful and allowed us to plan exactly what we wanted to do. Will 100% be recommending to others and look forward to booking again.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pauline G.

Beautiful find

What a beautiful place, just what we needed, so quiet and private, great walks, will 100% be back, already recommended to friends and family. The Milks up farm shop was a great little place Cannot wait to stay again.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2026
Hi Pauline, thank you for leaving us your review. It is great to hear that you found some great walks and your stay was just what you needed- especially being so quiet and private. We are pleased that you had enjoyed the local area, we do hope to welcome you back for another great stay. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

James F.

Lovely lodge!

Lovely, peaceful lodge, very well equipped and within easy walking distance to the village shop and 2 great village pubs
Response from VrboOwner on 18 Nov 2025
Hi James, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review. We are delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay at Thistledown and found it a peaceful stay and the lodge was well equipped. We hope to welcome you back in the future.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Clare T.

Thistledown

What a amazing place! Setting was wonderful, the house was amazing with everything you could possibly need. Would definitely recommend.
Response from VrboOwner on 14 Oct 2025
Hi Clare. Thanks so much for your lovely review! We're thrilled to hear you enjoyed the setting and found the house had everything you needed — that’s exactly what we hope for. We really appreciate the recommendation, and we’d love to welcome you back sometime soon! All the best.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning lodge and views

Stunning lodge and stunning views hot tub was amazing too. Very quiet area can't wait to book again thank you
Response from VrboOwner on 31 Jan 2023
Hi Amanda, Thank you for your lovely review. We are glad you had a quiet getaway at March End lodges and look forward to welcoming you back. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Jason B.

If You Want a Peaceful Break - Look Here!

An absolute gem of a find! Peaceful location and lodge has everything equipped for your needs! The garden is great for the dog to run around and the hot tub is excellent to relax in. Location is great with two pubs within walking distance and if you wish to expand the walk we walked to Woolacombe and back along the beach! Perfect little break and will definitely be back.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Lovely

Absolutely lovely stay, ideal quiet location. Accommodation was of a very high standard. Just what we needed.
Response from VrboOwner on 23 Apr 2025
Hi Luan, thankyou so much for your wonderful review. We are so glad that you enjoyed the place and location. We hope to welcome you back again soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Karen W.

Amazing time

We enjoyed our wonderful stay in a lovely location from the moment we arrived. clean and great hottub
Response from VrboOwner on 24 June 2024
Hi Karen, Thank you for taking the time to write a review, we are so glad to hear you had a wonderful stay in a lovely location and you enjoyed the hot tub. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

8/10 Good

Beautiful stay

This was our second time staying here and it didn’t disappoint, we had the most relaxing stay. The location is just beautiful we loved looking out and seeing the baby lambs and bunny rabbits in the morning. Very clean, presented beautifully and love the little touches with the bottle of Prosecco and milk in the fridge. Will definitely be staying again, great customer service from owners. We love it here, the most relaxing stay to switch off and relax from a busy life style.
Response from VrboOwner on 1 May 2025
Hi Nicola, thank you so much for your review regarding your stay at March End! We're delighted to hear that you had a wonderful time and enjoyed the beautiful surroundings. We look forward to welcoming you back sometime soon. Best wishes, James
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Pearce J.

Never been anywhere like this!

From start to finish it was perfect, everything we wanted and more, I took my girlfriend away for her birthday and she’s never had such an amazing weekend.
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2023
Hi Pearce, thank you for your lovely review, we are so pleased to hear you had a wonderful time celebrating your girlfriends birthday. The lodges certainly are a wonderful place to relax. We hope to welcome you back again one day. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Fantastic stay

Loved every minute of our stay in this lodge. The location is ideal to get to Putsborough, Croyde, Staunton and Woolacombe amongst others. The lodge was lovely and the enclosed garden did our dog was perfect. The hot tub was well maintained and the bed is the best I have ever slept in. All was perfect and we will definitely be back. Thank you for your hospitality!
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Oct 2023
Hi Zoe, Thank you for taking the time to leave a review on your recent stay with us. We are so pleased to hear you loved every minute of your stay and your dog loved the enclosed garden! We do hope to welcome you to stay with us again in the future. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Very Well Equipped Lodge in a Lovely Area

Very well equipped Lodge in a lovely area with a wonderful hot tub. The only downside (if you are bringing a dog/dogs), is that there is a campsite in the field directly behind the Lodge and whilst this is a family campsite and no trouble at all, our dogs could hear the sounds coming from the campsite, but because they couldn't work our where the sounds were coming from, they were on alert and couldn't settle for the first few days, so relaxing in the garden and hot tub was not always possible. As the week went on this became much better and we got to relax more in the garden and hot tub, after a day out at the beach/exploring. This was just a small issue and everything else was wonderful and we would definitely recommend this accommodation.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Stunning

Absolutely stunning! Very clean and modern, friendly staff who went above and beyond to make our stay comfortable. Best nights sleep ever in those comfy beds. Highly reccomend :)
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Hi Ceinwen, Thank you for your lovely review. We are delighted you think Thistledown is as stunning as we do and hope that you can book to stay again soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

I've come back again!

My fiance and I had an amazing weekend here. Such a nice, relaxed environment and the house was in a perfect condition. Couldn't complain about anything.
Response from VrboOwner on 7 Feb 2023
Hi Erin, Thank you for your review. We are delighted you and your fiance had such an amazing weekend stay at March End Lodges and could make the most of the relaxing environment. We hope you come back again soon. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Dog friendly holiday cottage

A lovely, comfortable and very well equipped holiday home with the added bonus of a hot tub and lovely countryside views. The huge bed was extremely comfortable. A fully enclosed garden makes it very safe for dogs. There are two dog friendly pubs within walking distance and Croyde with more facilities and amenities is a 5 minute car ride away. All in all, a really pleasant stay.
Response from VrboOwner on 11 Nov 2024
Hi Jean, Thank you so much for your review! We’re delighted to hear that you enjoyed your stay and found Thistledown comfortable and well-equipped. It’s great to know that the hot tub and countryside views added to your experience. We’re also glad that your dogs had a safe and enjoyable time in the fully enclosed garden, and that you appreciated the convenience of the nearby dog-friendly pubs. We hope to welcome you back for another pleasant stay in the future! Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Best staycation we have ever had!

My partner and I were looking for somewhere quiet and relaxing for our holiday. We certainly found that at Thistledown Lodge,it was immaculate inside and out. We couldn't fault it at all. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.would definitely cone back again.Thank you
Response from VrboOwner on 8 Sept 2023
Hi Jenn, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. We are thrilled that you enjoyed the lodge and we do hope to welcome you back soon. Best Wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

A Brilliant Stay- Thistledown

What a wonderful lodge for a relaxing getaway , a modern and spacious lodge with everything you could need , a great hot tub and private grass area for the doggy! Located in Georgeham its ideal to explorer Croyde, Staunton Sands and Woolancombe and the surrounding areas. We will be back !
Response from VrboOwner on 3 July 2023
Hi Steven, Thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review. It's so great to hear you had a great stay and loved the Lodge. and it sounds like you managed to do a lot of exploring of the local area. We hope to welcome you back in the future, Best Wishes - Luxury Coastal
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing holiday

We couldn't thank the owners enough for such a spectacular stay. The lodge was spotless with everything we needed to make our Christmas 2023 special. So many local areas around for the dogs. So many beaches to choose from. Would definitely recommend and return.
Response from VrboOwner on 12 Jan 2024
Hi Daniel, Thank you for leaving a review on your recent stay with us. We are so delighted to hear you had an amazing stay! We do hope to welcome you to stay again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Gary C.

Perfect break

We were blown away with the lodge. Everything was high end and the hosts had thought of everything. Hot tub was very private and overlooking the fields where the sun goes down. Had great weather for January and would definitely recommend. We hope to return.
Response from VrboOwner on 30 Jan 2023
Hi Gary, Thank you for your lovely review. We are pleased you enjoyed your time at March End Lodges and were so fortunate with the weather. We look forward to hopefully hosting you again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

The most beautiful lodge is a stunning location

The most beautiful lodge in a stunning location. Every detail of the lodge has been well thought out, including treats for the dogs, processco in the fridge and gowns for the hot tub. the enclosed garden is perfect for dogs. There is nothing more I could of asked for. Would highly recommend but then again everybody will want to go :}
Response from VrboOwner on 4 Nov 2024
Thank you Andrea for your lovely review, we are delighted to hear that you had wonderful time, the owners put a lot of time and effort into making sure their guests have a lovely stay and we are pleased to hear that Thistledown was everything you could ask for. We will pass on your thanks and we hope to welcome you back again one day. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team.
From a partner site

10/10 Excellent

Amazing

Can’t fault anything! It was clean, comfortable, high quality and bonus of excellent location! One tip don’t follow sat nav in… drive via Croyde road, far less stressful if not used to country lanes. Amazing break, didn’t want to leave! Well worth a visit!
Response from VrboOwner on 19 June 2024
Hi Joanne, thank you so much for taking the time to leave a review on your recent stay at March End Lodges. We're thrilled to hear your enjoyed your holiday and that you were pleased with the quality of your lodge. We hope to welcome you back again in the future. Best wishes, The Luxury Coastal Team

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