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Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton

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Lychgate Cottage with outside seating
Sitting area
Newly fitted kitchen
Newly fitted kitchen
Dining area

Reviews

10 out of 10
Exceptional
2 bedroomsSleeps 452 sq m

Popular amenities

  • Kitchen
  • Washing machine
  • Dryer
  • Free Wi-Fi
  • Parking available

Explore the area

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Chittlehampton, England
  • Place, St. Hieritha's Church
    ‪1 min walk‬
  • Place, Exmoor National Park
    ‪23 min drive‬
  • Place, Dartmoor National Park
    ‪43 min drive‬
  • Airport, Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.)
    ‪70 min drive‬

Rooms & beds

2 bedrooms (sleeps 4)

Main bedroom

1 Double Bed

Second bedroom

1 Double Bed

Bathroom 1

Toilet · Shower only

Spaces

Kitchen
Dining area

About this property

Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton

Located on the square of the charming village of Chittlehampton in North Devon, Lychgate Cottage is a great holiday base for those wanting to experience a slice of village life. This terraced cottage has been renovated to a very good standard by the owners. Well-appointed and furnished throughout, the cottage is a great place to return to after a busy day of sightseeing or coping with the hectic pace of village life! Being located on the square means the good local pub and community run shop are all within easy walking distance. The village church that towers over the square also makes for an imposing sight. The cottage boasts an open plan downstairs with wooden floors and a well equipped kitchen (completely refitted in January 2021) together with comfortable dining and sitting areas. The first floor has a recently refitted shower room and has two double bedrooms.
Free parking is available in the square just outside the cottage.
The cottage has been offered for rent as a holiday cottage with cottages.com since July 2014, achieving an average customer rating in excess of 9.5/10 for each of the seasons from 2015 to 2020. Achieving a Customer's Choice award for this period.

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Amenities

Kitchen
Washing machine
Dryer
Free WiFi
Parking available

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House Rules

Check in after 4:00 PM
Minimum age to rent: 25
Check out before 10:00 AM
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Children

Children allowed: ages 0–17
An upstairs stairgate is available
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Events

No events allowed
The property is only suitable for 4 guests
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Pets

No pets allowed
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Smoking

Smoking is not permitted
A non smoking or vaping cottage

Check-out instructions

The host requires you to complete the following before checking out:
Strip any used beds and gather used towels
Remove leftover food and drinks and take out the rubbish
Lock the doors and return the keys
Ensure washing up is done and put away
Replace one set of keys in the keysafe
Failure to complete these may result in a negative review from the host.
Guests are required to leave the cottage in a tidy fashionCleaning is not expected, although washing-up should be done, beds stripped and bins emptied
Maximum booking that will be accepted is 14 days without consultation. If you wish to book for a longer period please contact the owner.

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
Note from host: The property is only suitable for 4 guests
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 and a deadlock

About the area

Umberleigh

Umberleigh is home to this cottage. South Molton Panier Market and Pannier Market are worth checking out if shopping is on the agenda, while those wishing to experience the area's natural beauty can explore Exmoor National Park and Meshaw Moor. North Devon Hawk Walks and Survival Paintball are also worth visiting.
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Chittlehampton, England

What's nearby

  • St. Hieritha's Church - 1 min walk - 0.0 km
  • Exmoor National Park - 23 min drive - 24.8 km
  • North Devon Coast - 29 min drive - 30.7 km
  • Dartmoor National Park - 43 min drive - 51.6 km
  • Woolacombe Beach - 44 min drive - 34.6 km

Getting around

  • Umberleigh Station - 5 min drive
  • Exeter (EXT-Exeter Intl.) - 63 min drive

Restaurants

  • ‪McDonald's - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪Barum Gate - ‬15 min drive
  • ‪The Old Coaching Inn - ‬9 min drive
  • ‪The Castle Inn - ‬13 min drive
  • ‪The Rising Sun - ‬14 min drive

Frequently asked questions

Is Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton pet-friendly?

No, pets are not allowed at this property.

How much does it cost to stay at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ?

As of 29 Mar 2026, prices found for a 1-night stay for 2 adults at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton on 7 June 2026 start from AU$189, 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 Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ?

On-site parking is available at the property.

What time is check-in at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ?

Check-in begins at 4:00 PM.

What time is check-out at Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton ?

Checkout is at 10:00 AM.

Where is Lovely cottage on the beautiful village square of Chittlehampton located?

Situated in Umberleigh, this cottage is steps from St. Hieritha's Church and within 6 mi (10 km) of Highbullen Golf Course and South Molton Hospital. South Molton Library and South Molton Museum are also within 6 miles (10 km).

Reviews

10

Exceptional

Reviews are presented in chronological order, subject to a moderation process, and verified unless otherwise labelled.
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Rating 10 - Excellent. 70 out of 74 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 4 out of 74 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 74 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 74 reviews

10/10

Cleanliness

9.0/10

Amenities

9.4/10

Property conditions & facilities

10/10

Check-in

10/10

Communication

10/10

Location

10/10

Listing accuracy

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tom M.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Lovely location - great communication
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Benjamin

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication
Lovely cosy cottage ideal for a couple such as us. Ideally located for exploring the attractions in the North Devon area. Local shop was fantastic and highly recommended.
Stayed 7 nights in Sep 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen L.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage, cosy, clean and comfy.

We had a great stay. Recommend the food at The Bell Inn
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Mark F.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location.

A clean well equipped cottage in an awesome spot with so much history and great walking around the area and to top it off a very welcoming inn, will recommend to friends and family.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

phill k.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Quiet weekend

Really nice place to stay, clean and modern. village pub with home cooked food was really nice.
Stayed 3 nights in Jul 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Colin R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
A beautiful property in an idealic village. All the essential appliances, good quality furniture and very well maintained. The Bell public house offers good food and a great atmosphere and only a short walk across the square. We would highly recommend a stay.
Stayed 7 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Richard B.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Well appointed cottage, very clean and in a great location.

The property is in a nice location to the local pub, serving good food and drinks. The property has everything you require and we'll thought out. We really enjoyed our stay.
Stayed 3 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely little getaway

Great property overall in a lovely spot close to the local Pub. Owners were very friendly and helpful.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Jennifer W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Nice base for trip to north Devon

The house was spotless, comfortable and had everything we needed.
Stayed 3 nights in Feb 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Liked: Amenities, property conditions & facilities, communication
A lovely cottage in a beautiful and peaceful village. A pub, a shop, a church and beautiful scenery and places to visit. Our stay was a real tonic and I hope we’ll be back
Stayed 3 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Carla S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy
Check in was simple, the cottage was so clean and well set out, kitchen well stocked with equipment, Wi-Fi worked well. There are very little transport links in the village so you will need to drive. The village is so lovely and the cottage is well positioned for local walks, parking and the pub which is amazing. Would throughly recommend this cottage and will book in future.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Hayley R.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Post Birthday getaway with friends

A lovely, cosy cottage in a friendly beautiful village .
Stayed 3 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Christina E.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable clean cottage

Excellent return stay at this beautiful, well equipped and warm cottage. Gorgeous village and great location. Thank you!
Stayed 4 nights in Mar 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Veronica T.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Great location in town square of a quaint village

A lovely place to stay in a quaint rural village. We really enjoyed the property and being on the town square with a really fabulously run and family owned pub across the square. The place was clean, good size rooms and all that you needed. Id definitely book again
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Deborah H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Gorgeous, cottage & village

We had a wonderful stay, the cottage is cosy & welcoming. The villagers are friendly. The pub & shop are great. Highly recommended.
Stayed 5 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michael G.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, listing accuracy

Nice stay

Would have liked more information on the listing re food shopping and village services
Stayed 12 nights in Mar 2022
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Karen C.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

OCTOBER BREAK

My daughter and i had a wonderful 3 night stay. The home is beautiful and has everything you need
Stayed 3 nights in Oct 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Leigh H.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Loved it!

Great little cottage - we loved our stay! Very clean throughout and has everything you could possibly need. Location is good and only a short drive away from Barnstaple and the beaches. We'll definitely be returning.
Stayed 3 nights in Aug 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Alan D.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Short break

Very nice little cottage for a short break in the lovely village of Chittlehampton. Close to the local Pub which we had pleasant meal one evening. The local shop is also handy for anything you need. Good communication from the owner Miguel, with easy check in process and good local information provided for beaches etc. Would stay here again if visiting the area.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

valerie s.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chittlehampton visit.

Lovely location. Cottage beautifully clean and well equipped. Thoroughly enjoyed our time at Lychgate cottage. Would highly recommend.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Ross W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lovely cottage in great location

Very nice little cottage in the heart of the lovely village of Chittlehampton. Close to the local Pub and shop makes this cottage a great place to stay. Good communication from the owner, with effortless check in process. Highly recommended.
Stayed 3 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

ka u.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Devon trip

We had a lovely stay despite the weather. The cottage had everything we needed. We enjoyed visits to woolacombe and croyde and loved The Bell for food and games of pool in the eve.
Stayed 4 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tricia W.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Comfortable, well equipped cottage

Well appointed property in a lovely village setting. Quiet and very comfortable. Great welcoming pub across the square. Village also has a well stocked village shop that doubles as a post office and cafe. They kindly offered to keep a copy of our newspaper on the side for us each day, and can definitely recommend their bacon baps, coffee and cake!
Stayed 7 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Margaret P.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Lychgate Cottage

Very happy with the furnishings, equipment and level of care in maintaining the house. Good location for touring North Devon.
Stayed 4 nights in Sep 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sarah S.

Liked: Cleanliness, check-in, communication, location, listing accuracy

Chittlehampton

A delightful place to stay! Thank you.
Stayed 4 nights in May 2021

About the host

Hosted by Miguel Ogilvie

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We first came to Chittlehampton with our children in 2008, and unusually for us returned in 2009. Drawn to the village by it's peacefulness, friendliness and general charm, the decision to return was not a difficult one. The award winning local pub was an added bonus, offering great value pub food and an excellent choice of beers and ciders.

When the opportunity came to buy the cottage in 2014, we leapt at the chance and haven't look back since. We spend as much time as we can in the cottage whilst letting it for approximately 28 weeks a year. It really is a great place for a week or just a long weekend.

Why they chose this property

The property had just what we were looking for. It is well appointed, in a Conservation area, just across from the pub and in the shadow of the imposing St Hiertha's church.

We came to view the cottage on a cold wet February day and to say it wasn't at it's best is an understatement. However, some much needed redecoration to the exterior of the property and fitting out with new furniture made all the difference and now it really is a home from home!

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