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Little Oak Cottage

Waddicombe, near Dulverton, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 2
Change Fri
Dogs welcome 2
4 star
Parking on site / nearby
Highchair available
Travel Cot available
Towels included
Family friendly
Fishing on site / nearby
Internet access
Open fire / wood burner
Enclosed garden / patio
Country houses
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At a glance

  • Located in a peaceful, secluded setting surrounded by open fields, woodland and stream. A true haven to escape from it all 
  • Wonderful walks up onto the moor direct from the cottage and close to Exmoor National Park
  • Situated in the Dark Sky Reserve, so star watching at it's finest
  • Close to the pretty towns of Porlock, Lynton and Lynmouth

 

Property code: OC-47152

Located in a peaceful setting surrounded by open fields, woodland and a stream, this property is a walker’s paradise. Set out on foot for a paddle in the stream or stroll up onto the moor, famous for its native ponies and breath-taking scenery. Exmoor National Park backs onto the Somerset coastline, taking in the pretty towns of Porlock, Lynton and Lynmouth, home to popular pubs, galleries and boutiques and often referred to as “Little Switzerland”. The cottage is situated in the dark Sky Reserve, so a must for all star gazers! A little further afield, the sandy beaches of Minehead and Woolacombe are well worth a visit, especially when the weather is good.

Inside, this charming cottage has been extended and modernised to provide spacious, bright and homely accommodation. The kitchen/diner is a fantastic open-plan space with contemporary units, a large dining table for entertaining and a well-stocked bookcase. The kitchen is equipped with an electric oven and hob, Rayburn (please note this is not in use and is a feature only), microwave, dishwasher and fridge, while the utility room contains a washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer. The lounge is bright in the daytime and cosy at night with three large windows and a wood burner. This is a homely room with a large oriental rug, comfortable sofas, occasional lighting, another fully-stocked bookcase and TV/DVD. This property offers two elegant and spacious bedrooms, one double with en-suite bathroom and one twin, which can be made into a king-size on request. There is also a modern bathroom with bath.

Outside, a sunny patio area with BBQ and garden furniture offers fantastic views of the open countryside beyond. Friendly and well behaved dogs are welcome, the large enclosed garden beyond is ideal for four-legged friends and backs onto a fenced bridge and stream. Please note this is a very rural area with many sheep, cattle and other animals.

 

  • 2 bedrooms - 1 en-suite double and 1 twin (can be made into king-size on request)
  • 2 bathrooms with baths - please note there are no showers
  • Electric oven and induction hob, Rayburn (please note, not in use, feature only) , microwave, dishwasher and fridge
  • Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and freezer
  • TV/DVD
  • Enclosed garden with furniture and charcoal BBQ
  • Beach 20 miles, pub and shops 4 miles
  • Parking is available in a dedicated car park next to the property, this is connected via a direct path - Please be aware this is approx. 60 meters from the property. The walk from the car park to the front door of the cottage is over gravel 
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00
  • 2 dogs allowed. Additional charges may apply

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Helen Gardner

This property is personally managed by Helen.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 27 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Ian 16th May 2026

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Had a lovely stay at Little Oak, beautiful cottage set in a quiet location.The cottage had everthing you needed for your stay.Will be going back again.Our hosts welcomed us on arrival and even provided a bottle of bubbly and cake.

Reviewed by Juliette 3rd May 2026

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It's a marvelous place with charming hosts

Reviewed by Kathryn 7th February 2026

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We thoroughly enjoyed our stay at Little Oak Cottage. The location is very remote and peaceful. The location is so pretty with access to the cottage over a footbridge crossing the stream and if visiting during the summer, the garden would be a beautiful place to sit and relax. The cottage itself is fantastic with lots of character and charm and so Read morewell equipped, everything that you could need! The owners made a point of coming to welcome us and provided us with some lovely goodies! Hide

Reviewed by Maureen 23rd December 2025

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We stayed over Christmas 2025. Lovely cottage & views, beautifully quiet, & well located for exploring the likes of Exmoor & Dulverton. Cold, dry weather while we were there, but lovely & warm inside. Vic & Michael live nearby, & were available but not intrusive. They greeted us on arrival & helped us with practicalities, like how to use the inductRead moreion hob very easy once we were shown! The cottage is well equipped and spacious. Really enjoyed our time there & felt very comfortable. Hide

Reviewed by David 17th November 2025

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Perfect location. The enclosed garden was great for the dog. The hosts provided us with a bottle of bubbly, delicious cake and home made sloe gin which was much appreciated. Also recommendations of places to eat out The log fire added to the relaxing mood of the comfortable sitting room. Will definitely be back again

Reviewed by John 7th November 2025

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Lovely welcome, beautiful cottage in a great location. Really practical layout and probably the most dog friendly cottage we have ever stayed in. Thank you so much, we had a great time and so did Rum the collie.

Reviewed by Antoni 24th October 2025

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Reviewed by Vijay 20th October 2025

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Lovely comfortable cottage in a beautiful quiet location but with easy access to many wonderful places. Ideal walking country.

Reviewed by George 10th October 2025

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Reviewed by Louise 12th September 2025

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Lovely cottage and great welcome. Relaxing and quiet - bar the hedge cutting. Garden was perfect for our dog and quick access to foot paths and bridleways a definite bonus.

Reviewed by Rebecca 29th August 2025

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Clean and comfortable cottage, with warm welcome from owners. Very easy to settle in and feel at home. Well-equipped utility room for drying clothes, as we did get caught in a heavy shower. Exmoor was new to all three of us, and we enjoyed the beautiful walks, scenery and peace and quiet.

Reviewed by George 8th August 2025

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Reviewed by Andrew 11th July 2025

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Beautiful cottage with a large enclosed garden and private parking. Very well equipped. Friendly and helpful owners live next door. Dog walks from the door without having to go on a road. We thoroughly enjoyed our stay.

Reviewed by Terence 13th June 2025

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This is a beautiful cottage set in tranquil location. You need to bring nothing, the owner has thought of everything. Lovely couple who are at hand if you need anything. Great location to visit Exmoor National Park etc.

Reviewed by Rowan 30th May 2025

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Delightful cottage in a secluded valley setting, with large garden complete with stream and footbridge and plenty of space to park. Done to a very high standard, while retaining period features and feel. Warm welcome, and delicious cake, from the owners, who were then the souls of discretion. Highly recommended!

Reviewed by Vicky 14th February 2025

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Lovely cottage host were very welcoming and have thought of everything, even for thr dogs. Nothing was too much trouble.

Reviewed by Richard 28th December 2024

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What a lovely place this is. Warm and cosy on cold, frosty winter days. Loads of space indoors and outdoors. Well equipped kitchen with all you could possibly need and a million cookbooks if you need inspiration! Thanks Vic and Michael for the welcome pack of cake and bubbly. Happy new year to you both!

Reviewed by Helen 21st December 2024

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We spent a wonderful Christmas in this beautiful cottage. Warm, extremely clean and cosy. Plenty open access to fields and lanes for dog walking. Owners are really nice people who greeted us at the start, were available if needed and very much respected our privacy. I would highly recommend Little Oak cottage! Thank you

Reviewed by Sue 27th September 2024

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Vic & Michael were very welcoming & Little Oak Cottage was comfortable & good to come 'home' to. A beautful location with the freshest, best water I've tasted for a long time. Despite the weather being a bit wet, we had some good walks from the door & were regulars on nearby West Anstey Common (fantastic views from Ridge Rd). On brighter days, we eRead morenjoyed the garden; the swallows overhead, the stream, & no traffic noise. Not the place to stay if you're nervous of narrow lanes but worth it! Hide

Reviewed by Penny 20th September 2024

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The cottage is comfortable, well equipped and clean and the owners were very helpful.

Reviewed by Sally 13th September 2024

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We had a very happy holiday here and found the property very comfortable. The kitchen was well equipped and the property was warm and very clean. Both bathrooms have hand held shower attachments but only for washing your hair. There are no proper showers. My dog loved the garden and I was comfortable knowing she couldn't escape. There are plenty ofRead more walks nearby and beyond plus some National Trust properties to visit. It is a good 30 plus yards from the car parking area to the front door Hide

Reviewed by Andrew 30th August 2024

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Lovely, secluded, and enchanting setting. Cottage snug, nicely-designed internally, and very well-appointed. Enclosed garden space extensive, and ideal for children or dogs. The cottage was very dog-friendly. M and V could not have been kinder, and were on hand when needed, but otherwise left us to it. All in all, highly recommended.

Reviewed by E 23rd August 2024

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Beautiful cottage, comfy bed, needs an improvement on the cleaning and more non-stick pans. Dogs enjoyed the garden. Overall a good stay with Bat

Reviewed by Stefanie 9th August 2024

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We had a wonderful holiday at Little Oak Cottage. The house is comfortable, charming, well-equipped and tastefully decorated. The nights are so quiet, which is a real treat for city dwellers like us. We loved the big, beautiful garden and the absolutely stunning surrounding countryside, great for walks and mountain biking. Vic and Michael are very Read morefriendly hosts. All in all a great place to really relax and get away from it all! Hide

Reviewed by Saul 12th July 2024

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Absolutely fantastic property in a wonderful location. Sizeable secure garden for the dogs and kids with plenty scope for dog walks direct from the property. Cottage is well placed for exploring Exmoor and surrounding areas. We will be back!

Reviewed by Suzanne 5th July 2024

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Absolutely gorgeous cottage in the most beautiful place. Great to get away from it all. Vic was lovely and left us a bottle of Prosecco as a welcome. The cottage has absolutely everything you need. The garden is very secure if you have dogs. Would definitely recommend

Reviewed by Martyn 28th June 2024

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This is a superb and comfortable cottage in a very tranquil location; perfect for the ideal chill out, or as a base to explore the local area. Vic and Michael are experienced owners and hosts who are on hand to assist if required, but are never intrusive. We had a lovely and relaxing week - wonderful !!

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