Japonica Cottage, Ocean Views in North Devon – Home 3970773 Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- 2 sleeps
- 7 nights min stay
Japonica Cottage, Ocean Views in North Devon – Home 3970773
- Cottage
- 1 bedroom
- sleeps 2
- 7 nights min stay
Key Info
- Beach / lakeside relaxation
- Nearest beach 2 mi
- Ask about children
- Car advised
- No pets allowed
Description from owner
Description
Downe Cottages provide a rare combination of private luxury cottages with an excellent leisure facility attached (spacious gym and spa plus a reading room available from 6.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. each day) located in the heart of the North Devon Coast Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty.
Whatever the weather it is possible to thoroughly enjoy your visit to North Devon with the combination of a warm and spacious cottage and the extensive leisure facilities.
Japonica Cottage is an ideal one bedroom self catering holiday cottage for relaxing peaceful holidays.
This cottage looks out onto a small courtyard area which in turn looks out towards a central stone circle within the larger courtyard formed by the cottages and Downe House. The small courtyard area is gravelled and bounded by a low stone wall with garden table and chairs.
The ground floor has two original oak beams running from front to back that creates a lovely atmosphere for the delightful open plan living, dining and kitchen area which is fully equipped and includes a dishwasher, oven, microwave, fridge/freezer and washer/dryer. The living area has a living flame electric fire, two 2-seater sofas, 36" television with freeview box and D.V.D. The dining area has an antique pine table and four dining chairs.
The first floor has an open plan bedroom with en-suite shower room with two large window lights that gives the feeling of sleeping under the stars on a clear night. It has a King bed (5'), two bedside tables, chest of drawers, fitted wardrobe and a three quarters length mirror hung on the wall.
• Central heating in all rooms
• Communal gardens
• Includes all consumables
• Garage parking
• Bathrobes are provided for adults
Gym & Spa Facilities at Done
The Gym
Our gym is available to guests aged over sixteen and is open from 6.00 a.m. to 10.00 p.m. each day during their stay.
The gym is beautifully located in the Atlantic Room and has views across fields out to Hartland Point and Lundy Island beyond. (Lundy Island is where the Atlantic meets the Bristol Channel.)
The gym is spacious, light and airy and equipped with aerobic equipment, free weights, an ab trainer, an exercise bench and exercise mats.
All of the aerobic equipment is either Life Fitness equipment
(including a treadmill, a cross trainer, a stepper, an upright cycle and a recumbent cycle) or Concept 11 equipment (a rower).
The gym is accessed through the Reading Room in the Conservatory. There is a raised area here overlooking the gym equipment with a seating for the less energetic to sit and admire their dynamic partners!
The Atlantic Room also houses a library and dvd collection for our guests to use.
French windows from the Gym lead out to a raised patio area with tables and chairs looking out to Lundy Island - another opportunity to enjoy the wonderful surroundings.
The Spa
The Spa consists of a spa bath (with seats for eight adults), a steam room (with seats for seven adults) and a sauna.
The Spa is open from 6.a.m. to 10 p.m. each evening (the spa bath is available on request) . Towels are provided and the cost of using both Gym and Spa are included in the cottage rental.
Our home from home cottages provides lovely accommodation for a relaxing break throughout the year.
Visit Trip Advisor to read some of the wonderful reviews that past visitors to Downe have written. Those reviews are Downe's best advertisement - they are all genuine and show a consistent picture of lovely holidays at Downe.
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Bed & bathroom
- Bedroom 1: King bed
- 1 Shower
Amenities
- Wireless Internet
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Climbing frame
- Patio
- Waterfront
- Internet access
- Central heating
- Sauna
- Games room
- Stove
- Fridge
- Freezer
- Microwave
- Toaster
- Kettle
- Dishwasher
- Washing machine
- Clothes dryer
- Iron
- High chair
- TV
- Satellite TV
- DVD player
- Stereo system
- Linen provided
- Towels provided
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Access
- Parking
- Secure parking
- Not suitable for wheelchair users
Getting around
Interaction with guest
Policies
- Check in time: 16:00, Check out time: 10:00
- If you have any questions about check-in or check-out times, please contact the owner/manager.
- Payment
- This rental can only be paid for online through FlipKey using your credit/debit card or PayPal (never by bank or wire transfer).
- Smoking
- No smoking at this property
Cancellations
Change of plans? No problem. You could receive a partial or full refund, depending on when you cancel.
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Booking confirmed |
100% refund within 24 hours after booking (provided the stay is at least 60 days away).
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24 hours after booking |
50% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 8 weeks before check-in.
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8 weeks before |
25% refund of the amount paid (minus the booking fee*) if cancelled at least 4 weeks before check-in.
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4 weeks before |
No refund if cancelled less than 4 weeks before check-in.
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* The booking fee is stated in the cancellation policy information on the payment page. This fee helps us run our secure platform and enables us to provide 24/7 customer support
About the owner
Jeremy R.
- Calendar last updated:
- 05 Apr 2024
- Years listed:
- 13
- Based in:
- United Kingdom
- Overall rating:
Languages spoken: English
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Reviews
Very Good
– based on 11 reviews
Very Good
11 reviews
- Excellent
- 8
- Very Good
- 3
- Average
- 0
- Poor
- 0
- Terrible
- 0
“The holiday to surpass all other holiday cottages”
We have just come back from a fabulous week away staying in this delightful cottage.This is a complex of holiday cottages on the site of a beautiful 14th-century farm that has been lovingly restored t… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
Response from the owner Thank you so much for taking the time to write in with your review. We are so pleased that Downe Cottages not only fulfilled your expectations, but exceeded them! We very much hope to see you here in the future.
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Peaceful”
It is only a 3 for location because it is quite remote so if you want to go to the village for an evening expect to have to drive- no taxis in the village if you want a drink or two. The actual location is very picturesque.
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Response from the owner Dear Cathy, a belated response to your review (we are being prompted by TripAdviser to reply to all reviews!). May we begin by thanking you for the review. Obviously the location is the location. If it isn't what you had expected when you booked that is our fault in not better describing the location and we are sorry if you were disappointed with the location. The location is remote to anyone from a city but to us that remoteness is part of its charm and one of its key selling points. The location is remote and the coastline is rugged. But it is incredibly peaceful as a result and the views are sensational. That is what we try and convey when we describe the area. After twenty years we are still blown away by the tranquillity and beauty of the location. We endeavour to provide luxury cottages with everything the visitor could require and a lovely Gym and Spa so that visitors can enjoy the remoteness of the area from a base of comfort and ease. But it is still remote. We also provide a Book of the Cottage describing the best places to eat, locations to visit, things to do etc in the area. We hope that addresses any guest's feeling of isolation and not knowing what to do. Again our thanks and please accept our belated explanation. Jeremy & Lynda
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“Relaxing weekend away”
We stayed here over Easter and had a lovely relaxing weekend away. The cottage we stayed in, Japonica Cottage, was a perfect size for us with a young baby and had all the essential items you would nee… More
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Response from the owner Very belated we are responding to you review with our thanks. (TripAdvisor is urging us to respond to all reviews even if the review was written some time ago!) Your review was appreciated. Kindest regards, Jeremy & Lydna
This response is the subjective opinion of the management representative and not TripAdvisor LLC.
“luxury in relaxing surroundings”
The cottage we stayed in was fabulous. Everything you could possibly need was provided. Beds were comfortable, it was spacious but retained the cosy feel of a Devon cottage. Having a gym, reading room… More
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“A haven with an excellent spa”
Beautiful location, very friendly owners on site who take care to think of their guests needs. Really impresed by the spa, a very professional setup, enjoyed my hot stone massage and came back for a great pedi and manicure. Lovely barn conversions in sheltered courtyard, with walks straight to rugged cliff path or through bluebell wood down to hartland village. Lots of good food recommendations round here too.
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“everything you could want and more”
Myself and my granddaughter had a week of pure indulgence and relaxation in japonica cottage .Champagne and chocolates were awaiting us when we arrived.The cottage was spotless , well equipped and exr… More
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“Excellent facilities in a beautiful location.”
We were greeted like old friends on arrival by Jeremy,even though we were over an hour earlier than we should have been.Jeremy showed us around Japonica cottage and told us where everything could be l… More
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“A relaxing, romantic stay with outstanding food!”
This was a great break. The cottage was comfortable & warm with a very good bed and superb shower! The hot stone massage was really sensational - totally relaxing but what really stood out was t… More
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“Amazing and Wow...”
Driving true Cottage is bit night mare my GPS doesn't work But... don`t worry people over there are very2 friendly and they are all know this Place. after a day in there you know the easy way to … More
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“A relaxing vacation in a stunning area.”
My mother needed some well deserved time away from the hustle and bustle of city life and Downe Health Spa & Cottages was perfect for this. She took me along with her for four days of pampering a… More
This review is the subjective opinion of a Tripadvisor member and not of TripAdvisor LLC. Tripadvisor performs checks on all reviews.
FAQs
- How do I find more info about the property?
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You can get in touch with Jeremy (the owner) through the contact form on this page.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to send the owner a message.
- What if I have questions before I book?
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Send Jeremy (the owner) an email through the contact form on this page. Alternatively, if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
- How do I contact Jeremy (the owner)?
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Send an email through the contact form on this page. Or if there’s a phone number on this page, you can call them.
If you’ve already booked, go to Manage your booking to view Jeremy the owner's contact details or send them a message.
- What's the difference between 'Book your stay' and 'Contact the owner/manager'?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online and send Jeremy (the owner) a booking request. You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then
Or send Jeremy (the owner) an inquiry through the Contact the owner/manager form if you’d like a quote or more info first.
- What is a booking request?
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When you pay online through the Ready to book? form, a booking request is sent to Jeremy (the owner). You’ll find out within 24 hours whether they’ve accepted - no money will leave your account before then.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- How do I know my booking is safe?
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To book this property you need to pay through the Flipkey website. Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection. This means that in the unlikely event that you’re prevented or denied access to the property when you check in, we’ll offer a full refund for the stay.
- How do I know what it will cost for my stay?
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Simply enter your dates in the Ready to book? form to calculate the cost of your stay.
Click Book now to see a full breakdown of the price.You can also request a quote from Jeremy (the owner) through the contact form. The owner will email you the total cost for your dates and a link to book and pay online.
- How do I know if my booking request has been accepted?
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You’ll receive an email within 24 hours to let you know. Or you can check in Manage your booking. No money will leave your account unless it’s accepted.
- How do I pay for my vacation?
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Use the Ready to book? form to pay provisionally online. You can pay by credit/debit card or PayPal. Jeremy (the owner) will have 24 hours to accept the booking and no money will leave your account before then.
If you’ve been sent a quote, simply accept it and pay online through the email we sent you. You can also do this in Manage your booking.
Only bookings paid for through our site are covered by our trusted Payment Protection.
- Why can't I call Jeremy (the owner) before booking?
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You can exchange contact details with the property owner/manager once your booking is confirmed and you’ve paid in full. Paying and communicating only through our platform allows us to ensure that your booking is covered by our Payment Protection policy.
If you have any questions before booking, you can send the property owner/manager a message via the contact form on their listing. Once you’ve booked, you can discuss the rental and make arrangements for your trip by logging into Manage your booking.
- How do damage deposits work?
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In most cases, you don’t pay a damage deposit up front. Instead, we save your payment details securely and you’re only charged in the event of damage to the property.
Occasionally, you will pay a damage deposit up front as part of the total rental cost. In this case, the owner has 10 days after you check out to report any damage. If they don’t, we’ll return your deposit. If their claim is successful, we’ll deduct the agreed cost and return the remainder.
- How can I view and manage my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to view all your booking details, pay the balance of your booking or cancel it if you need to.
- How do I pay the balance of my booking?
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You can pay the remaining balance of your booking at any point. Simply go to Manage your booking and click Pay now.
We’ll automatically charge the balance payment to the same payment method 10 days before it’s due. Go to Manage your booking to see when the payment will be taken.
- How can I withdraw my booking request?
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You’ll need to contact Jeremy (the owner) to do this. Send them a message in Manage your booking or through the contact form on this page.
- How do I cancel my booking?
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Go to Manage your booking to cancel your booking. Here you can view your cancellation policy to see if you’ll be refunded.
- How do I make changes to my booking?
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You can request to change the dates or number of people on your booking via the Manage your booking page. To change your dates use the Edit booking button. If you need to change the number of guests staying then send Jeremy (the owner) a message.
If Jeremy (the owner) agrees, they’ll send you a revised quote outlining the changes. You can review and accept/decline this from the Manage your booking page. You’ll have 48 hours to take action before the revised quote expires.
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