Frequently Asked Questions

Q. What does the tariff include?

A. Our tariffs are inclusive of VAT, gas, electric, logs for the wood burner, linen, towels and a welcome pack.

Q. We are planning a special family get together, how many guests do your cottages sleep in total and are they located close together?

A. Our cottages are often booked together and are wonderful for special anniversaries, birthdays and family celebrations. When booked altogether our cottages can sleep 29, however we have guest beds available for a couple of extra small children and cots for any babies. The cottages are all on the same site, however they each enjoy their own privacy for guests wanting an away from it all relaxing holiday.

Q. Can we bring our pet with us on holiday?

A. Pets are welcome for a small extra charge in Rose Cottage, Barn Owl and Tuckers Retreat, however we do not allow pets in The Roundhouse and Courtyard Cottage.

Q. How do I book a cottage?

A.We have a secure online booking system on our website, however you are most welcome to call ( 01271 373834 ) anytime and book over the phone. Occasionally there may be an answering machine, please do leave a message and we will get straight back to you.

Q. What payment is required on booking and how can I pay?

A. A deposit of one third is required on booking with the balance due 8 weeks prior to arrival. Bookings made in advance for the following year require an initial deposit of just £100 to secure your chosen week. Payment is welcome by debit or credit card, for which there is no extra charge, or if you prefer by cheque.

Q. Do you allow smoking in your cottages?

A. All our cottages are strictly non smoking.

Q. Do you have ample parking available?

A. We have plenty of parking available and under cover storage for guests bringing bikes.

Q. Are internet and WiFi available?

A. We have a computer available for guests in the information room together with WiFi.

Q. Do you have recycling facilities?

A. We do our best to promote a sustainable environment and encourage guests to use the extensive onsite recycling facilities provided.

Q. What can I do at Combrew in cold or wet weather?

A. All our cottages are fully centrally heated, double glazed and have wood burners for guests comfort making them ideal for a holiday any time of year, whatever the weather. We also have an unrivalled range of onsite leisure facilities, open all year round, including a superb indoor pool and spa, heated to 36c, steam sauna, solarium, gym, indoor badminton court, games room, computer/information room and hard tennis court.

Q. Are there local farm shops and supermarkets nearby and do they offer a delivery service?

A. There is an excellent supplier of fresh local produce, www.localfarmbox.co.uk who offer a wide range of fresh fruit, vegetables meat and much more all of which can be pre ordered prior to your holiday and delivered direct to your cottage. There is also a superb farm shop, Orchards, at St. John's Garden Centre nr. Barnstaple which offers a quality range of organic and non organic fresh local produce. The nearby Sainsbury's... www.sainsburys.co.uk and Tesco's ... www.tesco.com also offer a home delivery service.

Q. Are you well located for North Devon's wonderful beaches and many other attractions?

A. We are central for all that North Devon has to offer. The nearest sandy beach, Instow, is just 3 miles away and there are many more just a short drive away, including Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough, Woolacombe and Westward Ho!. The Tarka trail, the renowned scenic 180 mile dedicated cycle and walking track can be accessed at nearby Fremington Quay, less than a mile away. Barnstaple, the main town and shopping centre for North Devon and also the UK's oldest borough is just 2 miles away. Please also see the Local Area section on our website for the many other things to do whilst on holiday here at Combrew.

Q. Do you have a wide range of restaurants and pubs available locally to cater for all tastes and budgets?

A. North Devon is blessed with some of the finest restaurants and pubs available anywhere, and whether it is gourmet fine dining, oriental cuisine, pub food or good old fashioned fish and chips, many using fresh local produce you will be spoilt for choice. Again many are listed here in the Local Area section on our website.