[See all properties](http://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?regionId=&adults=2&children=&sort=RECOMMENDED&useRewards=false&semdtl=&userIntent=&vip=false) Entire home # Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott Lakefront cottage with kitchen and patio ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707177/8c10fe19.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=598&ra=fit) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707177/8c0801e7.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![2 bedrooms, iron/ironing board, travel crib, WiFi](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707177/ac72b568.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![Outdoor dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707177/a088a48b.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) ![TV](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707177/b4058c93.jpg?impolicy=resizecrop&rw=297&ra=fit) - Overview - Amenities - Policies - Location Smithy Cottage is the perfect retreat in North Devon, offering a quiet valley setting and easy access to Ilfracombe and Woolacombe. Enjoy a comfortable lounge with Freeview TV, outdoor dining area in the communal courtyard, two fishing lakes for anglers, an off-road parking spot for one car and over 4 acres of grounds. 9.4 Exceptional ### Entire home 2 bedrooms1 bathroomSleeps 411 sq ft ## Popular amenities - Parking available - Washer - Outdoor space - Kitchen - Water view ## Add dates for prices Check-in Check-out Travellers ## About this property ### Entire place You'll have the entire home to yourself and will only share it with other guests in your party. ### Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott Smithy Cottage, a cosy two bedroom cottage for two or small families offers the perfect base to explore North Devon. Situated in a quiet valley just outside the picturesque village of West Down, this charming holiday let is also only 4 miles from the popular coastal resorts of Ilfracombe and Woolacombe, and not far from Combe Martin. Accommodation details Ground Floor Lounge/Dining Area: Large comfortable sofas, TV with Freeview, DVD player, fold away dining table & chairs Kitchen: Electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine. First Floor Bedroom 1: Double bedroom with double bed Bedroom 2: Twin bedroom with two full size single beds. Bathroom: Bath with shower overhead, WC and wash basin. Important Information Gas central heating, electric oven with hob, microwave, fridge with small freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine, WiFi, bed linen and towels provided (beach towels not supplied), cot (please bring your own cot bedding), high chair on request, short breaks available, no smoking, pet free cottage, 4 miles from the coast, 0.5 miles from the nearest pub, weekly changeover day is Friday, supermarket delivery, outdoor dining area in communal courtyard , off road parking for 1 car, over 4 acres of communal grounds, a children’s play area, two fishing lakes (rod licence required). ## Property amenities ### Internet - Available in the cottage: WiFi ### Parking and transportation - Parking on site ### Kitchen - Dishwasher - Microwave - Oven - Refrigerator - Stovetop - Toaster ### Dining - Dining table ### Bedrooms - 2 bedrooms - Bedsheets provided ### Bathroom - 1 bathroom - Bathtub or shower - Hair dryer - Towels provided ### Living spaces - Dining table - Living room ### Entertainment - TV ### Outdoor areas - Garden - Patio ### Laundry - Laundry facilities - Washing machine ### Comfort - Heating ### Pets - No pets allowed ### Suitability/Accessibility - Smoking not allowed ### Services and conveniences - Iron/ironing board ### Location highlights - 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) - Fire extinguisher ### General - Garden - Unit size: 11 square feet ## Similar properties ![Surfing/boogie boarding](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/11000000/10980000/10973900/10973862/99116a54.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Croyde Bay Holiday Resort Braunton - Pool - Hot tub - Kids pool - Parking included 9.0 Wonderful 178 reviews CA $148 CA $178 total includes taxes & fees Oct 9 - Oct 10 [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-09&endDate=2025-10-10&selected=10973862&PinnedHotelID=10973862&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Exterior](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/84000000/83510000/83504000/83503936/0fbd85b5.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Bee Bowl Cottage - HTTD Landcross, near Bideford - Kitchen - Washer - Pet-friendly - Free WiFi 10 Exceptional 1 review [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=83503936&PinnedHotelID=83503936&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Property grounds](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/101000000/100710000/100707200/100707173/db9651fc.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Royd Cottage at Lower Aylescott West Down - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 2 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=100707173&PinnedHotelID=100707173&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Dining](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/82000000/81670000/81663000/81662907/2d339504.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### An apartment that sleeps 4 guests in 2 bedrooms Ilfracombe - Kitchen - Washer - Outdoor space - Parking available 9.0 Wonderful 4 reviews [](https://www.expedia.ca/Hotel-Search?startDate=2025-10-22&endDate=2025-10-23&selected=81662907&PinnedHotelID=81662907&HadPinnedHotel=true®ionId=-1&adults=2) ![Marina](https://images.trvl-media.com/lodging/35000000/34030000/34026400/34026340/008a645f.jpg?impolicy=fcrop&w=469&h=201&p=1&q=medium) ### Sea Rock 8 Sleeps 4, Two Bedrooms. 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You will receive an email from Vrbo with a link to a Vrbo account, where you can change or cancel your reservation ### Property is also known as 493184 ## About the area Located in Ilfracombe, this cottage is on a lake. While the natural beauty of North Devon Coast and Exmoor National Park can be enjoyed by anyone, those looking for an activity can check out Ilfracombe Harbour. Traveling with kids? Consider Marwood Hill Gardens and Funder Zone. Discover the area's water adventures with surfing/body boarding and fishing nearby, or enjoy the great outdoors with hiking/biking trails and horse riding. 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Wildersmouth Beach and Ilfracombe Museum are also within 6 mi (10 km). ## Have a question? Beta Get instant answers with AI powered search of property information and reviews. Ask a question ## Smithy Cottage at Lower Aylescott Reviews 9.4 ### Exceptional All reviews shown are from real guest experiences. Only travellers who have booked a stay with us can submit a review. We verify reviews according to our guidelines and publish all reviews, positive or negative.[More information](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/b/content-guidelines) ### 10 Cleanliness ### 10 Property conditions & facilities 10 - Excellent 4 8 - Good 2 6 - Okay 0 4 - Poor 0 2 - Terrible 0 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent Jul 1, 2025 #### Lovely stay We enjoyed our stay at Smithy Cottage . The beds were very comfortable and we loved the beautiful view from the living room . Everything we needed was provided . Our only quibble was with the basin taps in the bathroom which could have been longer it would be easier to wash your hands ! The cottages are down a narrow Devon countryside lane . It was very peaceful and we would return . This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Don & Carol P. Aug 9, 2024 #### A lovely rural location Janine and staff and did a great job of ensuring that our stay was safe and enjoyable. The location was ideal for us as we wanted to visit many different coastal places and towns as we walked many sections of the SW Coast Path. We were able to complete from Combe Martin to Instow over 5 days and 4 nights and really enjoyed our stay at Aylescott. ##### Don & Carol P. This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good Aug 9, 2024 #### Lovely cottage, peaceful, quiet break The cottage was very clean and well stocked with cleaning materials. The kitchen has everything you need. The place is cosy and welcoming. The narrow road to the cottage is typical of Devon lanes so care is needed. A small friendly shop in the small town. A short drive to a large Tesco where you can stock up. The mattress in the main bedroom is appalling and must be changed. I slept terribly! The Wi-fi is intermittent bear this in mind if it is an integral part of your stay. ### 10/10 Excellent #### Kirsty Sep 30, 2025 Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, communication ##### Kirsty Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2025 This review comes from a trusted partner site and has not been verified. ### 8/10 Good #### Charlotte G. Aug 9, 2024 #### Served its purpose well. Nice cushions. We enjoyed our stay and the cottage served its purpose - of providing comfortable accommodation near Woolacombe. The furnishings were comfortable and attractive, we liked the living room furniture. But, the double bed, while comfortable enough, is quite flimsy and shaky. The only real problem was the shower attachment, which is unreliable; switching from hot to cold and changing pressure on a whim (bearing no relationship to other use of water within the cottage). I'd really recommend that you install a proper, self-heating shower, as the inadequate shower does let this cottage down. The play area was good; sturdy and new looking and our daughter enjoyed playing there. We liked having the outdoor space available to stroll or sit in (unfortunately the weather was against us most days). We usually enjoy reading the visitor book and saying hello to resident owners but understand that things were unusual this year, because of Covid. ##### Charlotte G. ## Expedia's Latest Trends ### Hotels > [The Greenway Hotel & Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Greenway-Hotel-Spa.h520203.Hotel-Information) > > [Best Western Plus Regency Inn & Conference Centre](https://www.expedia.ca/Chilliwack-Hotels-Best-Western-Plus-Regency-Inn-Conference-Centre.h16481.Hotel-Information) > > [The Porch House](https://www.expedia.ca/Cheltenham-Hotels-The-Porch-House.h4595892.Hotel-Information) > > [Millcroft](https://www.expedia.ca/Penrith-Hotels-Millcroft.h26994538.Hotel-Information) > > [Delta Hotels by Marriott Heathrow Windsor](https://www.expedia.ca/Slough-Hotels-Heathrow-Windsor-Marriott-Hotel.h3830.Hotel-Information) > > [Radisson Hotel Manchester City Centre, A Verified Net Zero Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Manchester-Hotels-Park-Inn-By-Radisson-Manchester-City-Centre.h2601411.Hotel-Information) > > [Pine Lake Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Carnforth-Hotels-Pine-Lake-Resort.h1928661.Hotel-Information) > > [Burgh Island Hotel](https://www.expedia.ca/Kingsbridge-Hotels-Burgh-Island-Hotel.h34611055.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Downtown Toronto](https://www.expedia.ca/Downtown-Toronto-Toronto-Hotels.0-n6057934-0.Travel-Guide-Filter-Hotels) > > [Four Seasons Hotel Hampshire](https://www.expedia.ca/Hook-Hotels-Four-Seasons-Hotel-Hampshire.h986107.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn London-Gatwick Airport by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Horley-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-London-Gatwick-Airport.h16918.Hotel-Information) > > [Hotels in Bangkok](https://www.expedia.ca/Bangkok-Hotels.d178236.Travel-Guide-Hotels) > > [Lakes Hotel and Spa](https://www.expedia.ca/Windermere-Hotels-Lakes-Hotel-And-Spa.h901040.Hotel-Information) > > [All Inclusive Resorts and Hotels near Maldives](https://www.expedia.ca/Destinations-In-Maldives-All-Inclusive-Hotel.0-0-d109-tAllInclusiveHotel.Hotel-Filter-Destinations) > > [Melia Punta Cana Beach Wellness Inclusive - Adults only](https://www.expedia.ca/Punta-Cana-Hotels-Melia-Punta-Cana-Beach-Resort-Adults-Only-All-Inclusive.h24942979.Hotel-Information) > > [Royal Whitby](https://www.expedia.ca/Whitby-Hotels-The-Royal-Hotel.h57917040.Hotel-Information) > > [Cave Hotel & Golf Resort](https://www.expedia.ca/Faversham-Hotels-Cave-Hotel-Golf-Resort.h33410673.Hotel-Information) > > [The Belfry](https://www.expedia.ca/Birmingham-Hotels-The-Belfry.h3976.Hotel-Information) > > [Holiday Inn Hull Marina by IHG](https://www.expedia.ca/Hull-Hotels-Holiday-Inn-Hull-Marina.h10609.Hotel-Information) > > [Secrets Playa Mujeres Golf & Spa Resort - Adults Only - All Inclusive](https://www.expedia.ca/Cancun-Hotels-Secrets-Playa-Mujeres-Golf-Spa-Resort-Adults-Only.h7874912.Hotel-Information) ### Flights > [Flights from Edmonton (YEG) to Boston (BOS)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yeg/bos/edmonton-to-boston) > > [Flights from Toronto (YYZ) to Vancouver (YVR)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyz/yvr/toronto-to-vancouver) > > [flights from buffalo niagara intl airport](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/airports/buf/flights-from-buffalo-niagara-intl-airport) > > [Flights from Delhi (DEL) to Hulhulé (MLE)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/del/mle/delhi-to-male) > > [Flights from Winnipeg (YWG) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/ywg/yyz/winnipeg-to-toronto) > > [Flights from Columbus (CMH) to Toronto (YYZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/cmh/yyz/columbus-to-toronto) > > [Flights from St. John's (YYT) to Goffs (YHZ)](https://www.expedia.ca/lp/flights/yyt/yhz/st-johns-to-halifax) ### Activities > [Things to do in Halifax](https://www.expedia.ca/Things-To-Do-In-Halifax.d602873.Travel-Guide-Activities) ### Packages > [Sri Lanka Vacations](https://www.expedia.ca/Sri-Lanka.d167.Destination-Travel-Guides)