This delightful cottage in glorious North Devon is an idyllic spot for a family holiday. Sleeping four guests, plus two pets, it is surrounded by unspoiled countryside, with golden beaches within easy reach. The semi-detached property is one of a small complex of cottages beautifully converted from the original farm barns. Special attractions on the 8-acre site include shared indoor and outdoor play areas for children, small-animal enclosures and woodland walks. You’ll find independent shops 4 miles away in the historic market town of Torrington, from where keen walkers and cyclists can join the scenic Tarka Trail.
You’ll feel right at home in this character cottage, thoughtfully furnished in contemporary country style, with original exposed beams and a bright open-plan living space. Relax in the cosy lounge on comfortable seating before the wood burner-effect electric fire. Keen cooks will find all they need in the spacious kitchen, with a roomy dining space, perfect for leisurely meals. Upstairs are a family bathroom and two lovely bedrooms: a king-size with a beautiful turquoise colour scheme beneath a vaulted roof, and a colourful twin. Outside, enjoy your private, enclosed garden with a lawn and patio seating. The large, shared garden offers indoor and outdoor play areas for tots and older children, and youngsters can help feed the animals – including alpacas and miniature donkeys – and enjoy tractor rides and egg collecting.
Explore Torrington’s historic Pannier Market and stop by the Plough Arts Centre with its cinema and theatre, to enjoy music, art and a great cafe. Torrington is also home is to the celebrated RHS Rosemoor Gardens with 65 acres set in a lovely valley. Spend a day on the 2-mile expanse of golden sands at Westward Ho! (10 miles) and treat yourself to a cream tea.
House Rules
Additional information and rules
No dogs allowed
- 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
- 1 bathroom with shower over shorter-length bath and WC
- Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine with milk frother, bread-making machine (complimentary bread mix provided) and washer/dryer
- Highchair and travel cot provided upon request
- TV with DVD player in lounge
- Enclosed garden with outdoor seating
- Charcoal BBQ provided upon request
- Shared additional lawn
- Full access to indoor play area, outdoor play area, gnome garden, fairy walking trail, additional woodland paths, a gentle stream, and animal enclosures which include alpacas, a miniature donkey, pygmy goats, pigs, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and a friendly goose – all sitting on 8 acres
- Private parking for 1 car available, with additional parking available upon request
- Beach 10 miles away, village shop and pub 2 miles
Additional information and rules
No dogs allowed
- 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size and 1 twin
- 1 bathroom with shower over shorter-length bath and WC
- Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, microwave, Nespresso coffee machine with milk frother, bread-making machine (complimentary bread mix provided) and washer/dryer
- Highchair and travel cot provided upon request
- TV with DVD player in lounge
- Enclosed garden with outdoor seating
- Charcoal BBQ provided upon request
- Shared additional lawn
- Full access to indoor play area, outdoor play area, gnome garden, fairy walking trail, additional woodland paths, a gentle stream, and animal enclosures which include alpacas, a miniature donkey, pygmy goats, pigs, chickens, rabbits, guinea pigs and a friendly goose – all sitting on 8 acres
- Private parking for 1 car available, with additional parking available upon request
- Beach 10 miles away, village shop and pub 2 miles
Host Terms & Conditions
The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.
Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.
