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Thistledene

2.5 star property
A peaceful golf course retreat where travelers can relax on the terrace or gather in the outdoor entertainment space after exploring the area

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Thistledene guesthouse sits adjacent to a golf course, offering quiet views and outdoor spaces where guests can unwind. Travelers stay connected with in-room WiFi, enjoy convenient self-parking, and find relaxation on the terrace after a day of activities.

Reviews

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional

Popular amenities

  • Pet friendly
  • Parking included
  • Free WiFi
  • Housekeeping
  • Kitchen

Room options

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Deluxe Room (Mint) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

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10.0 out of 10
Exceptional
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  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 2
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds

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Deluxe Room (Copper) | Soundproofing, iron/ironing board, free WiFi, bed sheets

Deluxe Room (Copper)

9.4 out of 10
Exceptional
(3 reviews)
  • 50 sq m
  • 1 bedroom
  • Sleeps 3
  • 1 King Bed OR 2 Twin Beds
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About the neighborhood

Located in Braunton, Thistledene is next to a golf course and near the beach. The area's natural beauty can be seen at North Devon Coast and Woolacombe Beach. St Anne's Arts & Community Centre and Marwood Hill Gardens are also worth visiting. Explore all the area has to offer with mountain biking and hiking/biking trails. Visit our Braunton travel guide
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Exeter Rd, Thistledene, Braunton, England, EX33 2BN

What's nearby

  • North Devon Coast
    North Devon Coast
    10 min drive - 4.2 km
  • The beach at Crow Point at Braunton Burrows near Barnstaple on the Devon coastline, Shutterstock ID 493329103, Purchase Order: SP-1394 HA Batch 3 Part 1, Order Number: , Client/Licensee: HomeAway, Oth
    Braunton Burrows
    11 min drive - 5.2 km
  • Saunton Sands
    Saunton Sands
    15 min drive - 6.2 km
  • Basett's Ridge
    8 min drive - 3.5 km
  • South West Coast Path Section 5 Trailhead
    14 min drive - 6.5 km

Getting around

  • Barnstaple Station
    9 min drive

Restaurants

  • Fremington Quay Cafe
    16 min drive
  • Squires Fish Restaurant
    5 min walk
  • The Thatch
    9 min drive
  • Blue Groove
    9 min drive
  • Williams Arms Wrafton
    8 min walk

About this property

Thistledene

Guesthouse near North Devon Coast
Take advantage of an adjacent golf course, a terrace, and an outdoor entertainment area at Thistledene. Stay connected with free in-room WiFi.
Additional perks include:
  • Free self parking
  • Smoke-free premises
Room features
All guestrooms at Thistledene offer amenities such as free WiFi, sound-insulated walls, and espresso makers.
Extra amenities include:
  • Showers and shampoo
  • Patios, kitchenettes, and mini fridges

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Property amenities

Internet

  • Available in all rooms: Free WiFi
  • Available in some public areas: Free WiFi

Parking and transportation

  • Free self parking on site
  • Onsite parking includes off-street options

Things to do

  • 36-hole adjacent golf course

Family friendly

  • In-room kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Soundproofed rooms

Guest services

  • Housekeeping (daily)

Outdoors

  • Outdoor entertainment area
  • Terrace

More

  • Smoking not allowed

Room amenities

Bedroom

  • Bedsheets provided

Bathroom

  • Shampoo
  • Shower
  • Soap
  • Toilet paper
  • Towels provided

Entertainment

  • Flat-screen TV

Food and drink

  • Coffee/tea maker
  • Electric kettle
  • Espresso maker
  • Kitchenette
  • Mini-fridge
  • Toaster

More

  • Heating
  • Iron/ironing board
  • Soundproofed rooms

Policies

Check-in

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight
Early check-in subject to availability
Minimum check-in age: 18

Check-out

Check-out before 11:00 AM

Special check-in instructions

There is no front desk at this property
Guests will receive an email within 24 hours before arrival with check-in instructions and lockbox information; access will be through a private entrance
Information provided by the property may be translated using automated translation tools

Access methods

Lockbox, private entrance

Pets

Pets stay free
Service animals are welcome, and are exempt from fees
Welcoming dogs only
2 total pets
Restrictions apply; for more information contact the property at the number on the booking confirmation

Children and extra beds

Children are welcome
Cribs (infant beds) are available for GBP 10

Property payment types

Important information

You need to know

Extra-person charges may apply and vary depending on property policy
Government-issued photo identification and a credit card, debit card, or cash deposit may be required at check-in for incidental charges
Special requests are subject to availability upon check-in and may incur additional charges; special requests cannot be guaranteed
This property accepts credit cards, debit cards, and cash
This property has outdoor spaces, such as balconies, patios, terraces which may not be suitable for children; if you have concerns, we recommend contacting the property prior to your arrival to confirm they can accommodate you in a suitable room

We should mention

Reservations are required for golf tee times; reservations can be made by contacting the property prior to arrival, using the contact information on the booking confirmation

Property is also known as

Thistledene Braunton
Thistledene Guesthouse
Thistledene Guesthouse Braunton

Frequently asked questions

Is Thistledene pet-friendly?

Yes, this property allows dogs (limit 2 total). Some restrictions may apply, so please contact the property for more details.

How much is parking?

Self parking is free at this property.

What time is check-in at Thistledene?

Check-in start time: 4:00 PM; Check-in end time: midnight.

What time is check-out at Thistledene?

Check-out is at 11:00 AM.

Where is Thistledene located?

Situated in Braunton, this golf guesthouse is within 3 mi (5 km) of Basett's Ridge, South West Coast Path Section 5 Trailhead, and North Devon Coast. Braunton Burrows is 3 mi (4.8 km) away.

Can I cancel my reservation for free and receive a full refund?

Yes, this property offers free cancellation on select room rates, because flexibility matters! Please refer to the property cancellation policy on our site for more details about any exclusions or requirements.

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Reviews

Thistledene Reviews

9.4

Exceptional

9.8

Cleanliness

10

Amenities

9.6

Staff & service

9.4

Property conditions & facilities
Rating 10 - Excellent. 16 out of 22 reviews
Rating 8 - Good. 5 out of 22 reviews
Rating 6 - Okay. 1 out of 22 reviews
Rating 4 - Poor. 0 out of 22 reviews
Rating 2 - Terrible. 0 out of 22 reviews

Reviews

Verified

10/10 Excellent

Nigel

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
A comfortable place to stay, spacious and clean.
Stayed 2 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Philip

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Great place to stay. Especially with a dog. Great location. Easy check in and out.
Stayed 4 nights in Aug 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Andrea

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Little gem

Very friendly people. Lovely touch leaving us milk in the fridge. We didnt have any issues and enjoyed our stay. Would go back again.
Stayed 4 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

DAWN

Liked: Cleanliness, amenities, property conditions & facilities
The hosts could not have been more helpful. The copper room was better than I expected, with a very large comfortable bed, an area to eat, lots of tea & coffee and even fresh milk. The en suit was well designed with a large shower and good quality soft towels. I would not hesitate to return or recommend, this is one of the best rooms we have rented.
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Judith

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Ideal for our 2 night stay exploring North Devon coast. We were welcomed and given helpful local information. There are convenience shops and a few restaurants within easy walking distance. Although the location is on a main road, there are parking spaces. Our well equipped room was quiet, being situated in an annex at the back of the house. Ideal for a short stay.
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Liz

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Great find!

Lovely private room with en-suite which was annexed to the owners house. Had its own front door, so was completely self contained. Contact in advance was timely and informative. Friendly owner greeted us upon arrival and encouraged us to be in touch if there were any issues, which there weren’t. Room was perfect for our 2 night stay. Clean, well appointed with a huge, comfy bed and facilities for tea and coffee making and enough cutlery and crockery for a ‘bring your own’ breakfast. Driveway parking is a bonus, as is the short walk to the centre of Braunton with its shops, pubs and restaurants. The Duck Dive served a fantastic evening meal. Just 10 mins from the beautiful north Devon coast. Gorgeous.
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Angela

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Clean and convenient with private entrance and off road parking
Stayed 2 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Dillinja

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Wonderful!

Amazing stay, regular visited to Woolacombe in the summers months at the caravan parks. Found this Gem and will be using them again! Perfect location. 10 minutes from Barnstaple and 10 from Woolacombe! The town it’s situated in is also great! The Room was stunning and the hosts were great too.. No iron in the room so I messaged the host and when I got back to my room from a trip into town, there was an iron and an ironing board their waiting for me! Thank you!
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Lesley

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Had a lovely stay, room was lovely and in great position for what we wanted.
Stayed 2 nights in Mar 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Scott

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Recommend this property to anyone who wants a self sufficient unit. Sarah the owner was delightful!
Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Helen

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities
Great spacious room and easy access through patio doors . Also including a fridge which kindly had milk in it
Stayed 2 nights in Jul 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tamara

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Gemütlich und liebevoll eingerichtet

Ich habe einen verregneten Tag in Braunton gemütlich im Thistledene verbracht. Es hat nichts gefehlt. Herzlichen Dank!
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Susan

Liked: Staff & service, amenities, property conditions & facilities
Very well equipped property, tastefully decorated, micro kitchen particularly useful
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

Lorna

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Weekend trip

Lovely room, clean and spacious! A few things that might be helpful to have; a broom (to clean up after our sandy dog!) a tea towel and maybe a comfy chair 😊
Stayed 2 nights in Nov 2021
Verified

6/10 Okay

John

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service
Disliked: Room comfort
The room was basic
Stayed 2 nights in Jun 2021
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Sue

Stayed 3 nights in May 2025
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Josephine

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort

Lovely Hosts

Stayed 2 nights in May 2024
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Tammy

Liked: Cleanliness, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Apr 2024
Verified

8/10 Good

Michelle

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

8/10 Good

Ruth

Stayed 3 nights in Jun 2023
Verified

10/10 Excellent

Emily-Jane

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Dec 2022
Verified

8/10 Good

James

Liked: Cleanliness, staff & service, property conditions & facilities, room comfort
Stayed 2 nights in Sep 2020