The Fernery Devon - Luxury that doesn't cost the earth
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Luxury that does not cost the Earth

The Fernery is a luxurious eco holiday home in the North Devon area of outstanding natural beauty, with car charger and hot tub, offering spacious, pet friendly accommodation for 8 people in 4 bedrooms near the UK's best beaches. 

*** We have now made the Fernery our permanent home  ***
***  So will not be letting out in 2024 - Summer 2025 is a possibility***




Key Features

  • Luxurious, spacious & homely
  • Perfect for large family groups
  • ​Child gates, high chair and travel cot provided
  • Pets welcome (when agreed)
  • Private Hot Tub area
  • Indoor living/dining area fully opens out to large sunny patio with outdoor dining and seating
  • Off-road parking for 1 car with on-road parking directly in front for 2-3 more
  • Near UK's best beaches
  • Very tranquil location with lovely woodland valley views
  • Access to Tarka & SW Coast Path​​
  • 4 Bedrooms - 2 double/2 twin
  • 1 Sofa Bed on private mezzanine
  • 3 luxury bathrooms - 2 with large baths - 1 completely new in 2023
  • Well equipped kitchen
  • Utility/washing & tumble dryer​​
  • Friday changeover - fresh linen and towels provided​
  • Fast fibre Wi-Fi
  • ​Bluetooth sound system
  • 1x55" 4K QLED Smart TV with Netflix and Wii console
  • 1x50” 4K HDR Smart TV & Soundbar with Netflix
  • 3 bedrooms with own TVs - 2 with Netflix​
  • EPC Grade A building - Air Source Heat Pump, Solar PV, Solar water heating, Underfloor Heating, Highly insulated, Rain harvesting and 7kW electric car charging.

Some Recent Guest Testimonials


Thank you - we had a lovely family holiday!
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"The Fernery and its location are so calming and relaxing. Hope to be back soon!"

​ Jesson Family June 2023

Thank you for a fantastic family holiday!
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" Beautiful house and we were blessed with sunshine all week. Hot tub and BBQ were enjoyed daily!"

​ Wilson Family June 2023

The house worked perfectly for everyone - 10/10
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"We have recently returned from a week's holiday at the Fernery. We went with friends so in total 4 adults, 3 children and 2 dogs - the house worked perfectly for everyone. The house is spacious and so well equipped, the upstairs snug area is fantastic for the children and meant that we all had space to enjoy the holiday rather than living on top of each other . The house is situated a mile from Ilfracombe where there are lots of amenities. I would highly recommend 10/10".

​ Young Family April 2023

Wow!
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" What a house. Very much enjoyed our stay here. Great location for some fantastic beaches. Will be back!"

​ Cotter Family December 2022

Calm, relaxing, beautiful
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" We were down for my mum's funeral but this helped. Everything was so easy. Plenty of space so the adults could relaxwhile the teens did their thing."

​ Deakins Family November 2022

Thank you so much for a lovely family holiday!
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" We felt so relaxed in the house - perfect for puzzles whilst it was pouring with rain outside. Playing Super Cluedo almost caused some drama but we managed to come through it!"

​ Clarkson Family September 2022

Thank you for a wonderful stay !
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" We loved the house and felt so relaxed. Our favourite day out was to the sculpture park at Broomhill."

​ Rowe Family August 2022

We have had a wonderful time staying at the Fernery
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" The house is beautiful and was loved by the youngest, teenagers and adults alike. Lots of homely touches which made our stay even more comfortable and enjoyable. Would definitely recommend a trip to Saunton Sands - the most stunning beach in the area. Thank you - we will be back! xx"

​ Varney Family August 2022

Wow!
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" What an amazing 2 weeks we have had in this beautiful holiday home. Total luxury - so peaceful and tranquil. Our first family holiday in three years - it was much needed. How lucky (and spoilt) we all felt enjoying lazy days outside in the fabulous hot tub spending quality family time together again! Thank you so much - we have created memories here which will last a lifetime."

​ Jackson Family July 2022

We have had a wonderful stay in a really beautiful house, set in a breathtaking location!
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" The Fernery was even more spacious and comfortable than expected . Thank you for a great stay."

​ Frette Family July 2022

Wow! What a lovely holiday rental! 
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" We had a really lovely family vacation with our little dog. The house is stunning… very well equipped and the owners are very helpful. The terraced garden is beautiful and the hottub is lovely after a day exploring the north Devon coast. Bedrooms are all spacious and the house is well equipped… I highly recommend. "

​ Delaney Family June 2022

The Fernery was so impressive to spend a week of holiday!
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"Plenty of room for six grown ups, two children and one dog. The house was really clean and the beds were so comfortable. There was everything you needed in the kitchen, We loved the hot tub. The weather for our stay was really good."

​ Newcombe Family May 2022

This Cottage takes you away from day to day stresses!
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"Devon is beautiful but staying in this accommodation makes it even more so. It is comfy, well equipped, spacious and finished at a high standard. When the sun shines and you're sitting in the jacuzzi or on the front patio, it feels like a 5 star villa abroad.Can't wait to go back!"

​ Lilley Family April 2022

Fab relaxing break for our group of ladies!
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"House was perfect for us all (and the weather was fairly kind!). Loved piling onto the sofa to watch movies with the log fire burning. Big thank you to our hosts for all the useful local info that they have put together on their website. Would love to come back in warmer weather to make more use of the outdoor space. Thanks"

​Sheila and Friends March 2022

Perfect half-term get away!
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"Just what the doctor ordered! Had a lovely relaxing break, despite storm Eunice and Franklin making things interesting! Thanks to the housekeeper for coming to our rescue. Would definitely love to come back"

​Tomlin Family February 2022

Wonderful Christmas Time!
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"The 8 of us had a lovely Chrsitmas here, was really spacious, had everything we needed. Thoroughly enjoyed the hot tub and will definitely be returning"

​Fisher family December 2021

The Fernery is such a beautiful House!
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"It  was more spacious than we expected and it had absolutey everything you could need for a relaxing stay. We particularly enjoyed the hot tub with it's beautiful views and the log burner was perfect to sit in front of after a long beach walk. Ilfracombe being only a short drive was a great place for a wander and some lovely food at Terrace Tapas and Wine Bar."

​Mitchell family (no relation) October 2021

Absolutely fantastic stay !
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"House is beautiful, homely and welcoming. Weather was great so no need for the log burner this week. The views are amazing especially from the rear garden. Walks along the nearby trail are ideal for dogs and safe for cyclists. Will definitely bring the bikes next time!! Thoroughly enjoyed by everyone ".

​The Beaumont Family & Alfie September 2021

Thankyou for a lovely stay at The Fernery

“ Fanatastic views, well equipped, lovely hot tub - all round lovely stay”  

​Simmonds Family August 2021

Thank you!
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" We had a lovely stay at the Fernery. Such a lovely house - so spacious even with two families. The kids (and adults!) all loved the hot tub - but most of all the wonderful communal kitchen/living room and terrace to spend time catching up on the days events". 
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The Brown and Adams Families August 2021

Had a nice time at the Fernery !
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" Was our first time staying in Ilfracombe. The Fernery is beautiful - the view is spectacular. Loved the Jacuzzi relaxing after long days walking around Biddlescombe park, the harbour, the gift shops and the beaches. We had the log burner on on one particularly cold evening when it was particularly cold.Enjoyed the BBQ area. Overall a really lovely stay".  

​Gina, Susan, Steve and Shaun from West Yorkshire July 2021

Any questions - please contact Caroline & Chris Mitchell on +44 7912 205690 or email [email protected] 


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