Cottage in North Devon Barnstaple, Devon

Holiday Rental Description

A delightful single storey cottage situated on a secluded rural hill, boasting fabulous countryside views, yet within easy reach of the stunning North Devon coastline. Croyde (12.5 miles), Woolacombe (13 miles) and Saunton (10 miles) are perfect for classic beach days, with surfing, kite surfing and coasteering opportunities available. Ilfracombe (11 miles) offers sea safaris, trips to Lundy, and a wealth of shops and galleries, whilst Barnstaple (3 miles) provides a range of leisure facilities and shops, and both have a wide choice of eateries. Explore the coastal villages of Lynton and Lynmouth (18 miles) or the stunning Exmoor National Park. Exmoor Zoo and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park are both within 10.5 miles, with the quieter Broomhill Sculpture Gardens 2 miles away and National Trust's Arlington Court 7 miles away. This charming single storey cottage is quietly situated at the end of a private no through lane. Upon entering the beautiful accommodation, you are greeted with a light and airy open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with vaulted ceilings and exposed beams. There is a comfortable seating area, which is made for relaxing, with a Smart TV and a wood burner. The kitchen area is well equipped and is perfect for rustling up some home cooked meals. There are two bedrooms a master double bedroom and a 2ft 6" bunk bedroom. Completing the accommodation is the bathroom. Head outside and you will find a shared courtyard garden with outside seating, which is a lovely spot for al fresco dining. This property boasts many shared facilities with the highlight being an 11m long indoor heated swimming pool with a changing room, shower and a WC. Alongside the main pool is a 0.65m deep toddler pool where those who can't swim unaided can be supervised safely. Both are heated to a comfortable 26 28 C. Within the pool house, there is a sauna cabin for those who enjoy warming up before plunging into the pool. Place 1 in the coin box to get 20 minutes of heating. If you just want to chill out, slip into the hot tub, perfect for relaxing and letting your troubles drain away. This is heated to approximately 37 C. 1 will give you 10 mins if you want bubbles and jets. Guests can enjoy the freedom to roam 8 acres of lawns and fields or find the perfect hideaway spot for a cream tea picnic amidst glorious views. There are also miles of beautiful footpaths across the ancient Devon countryside right from your door. There is a children's play area, a safe play space with swings, a slide and climbing holds. In case beach tennis is not enough, guests can enjoy the real thing on the all weather court (rackets and balls are available in the games room). Completing the shared facilities is an indoor games room for the young and young at heart with table tennis, a pool table (50p per game) and table football.