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The Holt

Harcombe near Sidford, Devon (Ref. 1075529)

Customer rating

4.3★

Helpful Holidays rating

  • 6 Guests

  • 3 Bedrooms

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Electric car charging
  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor accommodation
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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29 Customer Review(s)

  • Louise

    “The cottage was clean and well presented but there are some things I would highlight which if addressed would help future guests - • There are no lights near the hot tub.”

    This makes using it at night very dangerous as you can’t see the steps. We were having to use the torch on one of our phones. Not ideal near water! • The TV is extremely poor. Most evenings the signal was so poor there was no picture. One evening we could get one channel! • The garden is an absolute disgrace. Everything is dead and it is not well kept at all. I know it has been very dry but it’s nothing a bit of water and upkeep wouldn’t solve. It put us off sitting out in it to ...

    This makes using it at night very dangerous as you can’t see the steps. We were having to use the torch on one of our phones. Not ideal near water! • The TV is extremely poor. Most evenings the signal was so poor there was no picture. One evening we could get one channel! • The garden is an absolute disgrace. Everything is dead and it is not well kept at all. I know it has been very dry but it’s nothing a bit of water and upkeep wouldn’t solve. It put us off sitting out in it to be honest. When you are paying over £1000 for what’s essentially three and a bit days, you expect the garden to be maintained. • We didn’t see the owner at all. You don’t want people in your face but a courtesy visit on the first or second day would have been nice. Despite this, the cottage is clean and comfortable. The electric charger was a real benefit and one of the reasons I booked. The close proximity to Sidmouth and Lyme Regis is perfect as they are both lovely towns.

    - Louise, August 2025
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Summary

  • Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super king-size, 1 x super king-size, 1 x twin
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, and WC
  • Kitchen
  • External shared utility
  • Living/dining room
  • External shared games room
  • Electric heaters
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, and slimline dishwasher
  • Smart TV, WiFi, games room activities
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Highchair, stairgate, and travel cot available upon request
  • Off-road parking available with EV charging point
  • Enclosed front garden with patio, furniture and hot tub
  • Two well-behaved dogs allowed
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.8 and pub 0.8 miles
  • Note: The owners live on site
  • Note: Guests will need to enquire if they wish to bring more than two pets
  • Please Note - This property is situated on a site with 6 other cottages

The property

Sidford 0.9 miles.

Resting in Harcombe, near the pleasant village of Sidford in Devon, is this charming cottage, The Holt.

Positioned in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, showcasing stunning landscape views and boasting original features throughout, this property welcomes a group of friends or families alike, as well as two well-behaved dogs, to relish in an idyllic countryside retreat.

Enter your new kitchen, well-adorned with everything you may need for a self-catered stay before settling down at the dining table to tuck into a feast; an open-plan living space reveals a plush sofa and Smart TV so you can enjoy light entertainment at any time of day.

Alternatively, if you prefer to dine alfresco, step outside to the enclosed patio and soak in the last of the sun’s rays.

When the sky turns dark, retreat to one of three beautifully appointed bedrooms, one of which resides on the bottom floor and is suitable for guests with lower mobility; serviced by a shower room on both the ground and first floor, this property ensures you are equipped with a tranquil space to wash away the day or freshen up before exploring the local town.

Choose The Holt in Devon as your next home away from home.

Note: This property can be booked with Ref. 1109656 together sleeping up to 10 guests and is one of a few cottages on site

Boswell Farm Holiday Cottages

Nestled in slopes of the Sid Valley in an area of outstanding beauty, this pairing of delightful cottages offers a high standard of accommodation and are open all year round. Based around a large historic courtyard, each property boasts their own private entrance as well as their very own garden, ideal for dogs. On-site, make use of the tennis court, table tennis, fishing lake, and children's play area as well as a handy laundry room to refresh your clothing. Inside the properties you will discover well-equipped kitchens, charmingly adorned bedrooms, and plush sitting areas, so you can relax and unwind in a home away from home. Enveloped in the views of hills and woodlands, you can simply spend your days admiring the surrounding scenery, or if you want to explore, Sidmouth has much to offer including the Jurassic which is perfect for walkers and showcases breath-taking beach's where you can relax, sink your feet into the sea or even hire a paddleboard. The cottages are also within proximity to local amenities, found in the nearby village; stock up on the essentials at a SPAR, whilst the chef of your group can have a break and enjoy a delicious meal at The Blue Ball Inn. Just a stone's throw away, arrive at Sidmouth Museum, providing insight into the local history, Chit Rocks, perfect for a coastal walk, and Beer Quarry Caves, an underground quarry, made of beer stone, ideal for guided tours. Keen nature enthusiasts will enjoy treks to Hooken Cliffs, visits to Hawkridge Bird of Prey Centre, offering handling experiences, and strolls around Orcombe Cliffs, with access to the turquoise shoreline. Northernhay Gardens, Topsham Museum, and Wildwood Escot, a wildlife retreat with woodlands and a maze to discover, are all recommended for a memorable stay in Devon. Make lasting memories by staying with Boswell Farm Holiday Cottages.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

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About the location

SIDFORD

Sidmouth 1.9 miles; Exmouth 12.6 miles; Exeter 14.3 miles.

Sidford is a charming village resting between Sidmouth and Sidbury. The village is well-known for its exceptional location within the East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and offers a good selection of attractions, including the Sidford Tennis Club and the River Sid, whilst dining options include The Rising Sun and Blue Ball Inn, while you can stock up on essentials at the nearby convenience store. Within easy reach of the village is Sidmouth, where you will find the further attractions of Sidmouth Beach, Sidmouth Museum, Jacob’s Ladder, Blackmore Gardens and the Norman Lockyer Observatory.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas