Cottage in North Devon Bideford, Devon

Holiday Rental Description

Discover this stunning detached house overlooking the estuary and port town of Bideford. This peaceful hillside spot is just a 1 mile stroll along the riverside to the centre of this small town, where you will find a choice of shops and pubs as well as a pannier market and open air markets. Once you have finished exploring the town, jump in the car and just 4 miles away is Westward Ho! where 2 miles of sandy beach and an array of seaside attractions for all ages await. Walkers and cyclists are well catered for with the South West Coast Path and Tarka Trail both within 1 mile, with both offering spectacular views. Visit the sailing village of Instow, less than 4 miles away, where you will find a wealth of pubs, cafes and restaurants. Other nearby places of interest include Croyde, Woolacombe, Dartington Crystal and RHS Rosemoor, all within 20 miles. Approaching via electric gates, this impressive home is set at the top of the drive and is surrounded by well maintained gardens and grounds. On entering the property, the spacious entrance hall leads to the lounge/diner, offering superb estuary views. French doors lead out to the terrace with comfy sofas and a large dining table, with seating for 10 people, making mealtimes a breeze. A study is just off the main lounge/diner and has a desk, ideal for those needing to catch up on work. This leads to a snug with a Smart TV, wood burner and further comfy seating. The kitchen is well fitted and equipped with everything you need to cater for your stay, including a Smart TV. A utility room, boot room and separate WC are adjacent and lead to a rear entrance, ideal for guests bringing their four legged friends. Heading up to the first floor are four bedrooms, three of which have king size beds and two of which have en suite shower rooms with WCs. The fourth room is a twin room. This floor also houses the family bathroom. Upstairs to the second floor, you will find a spacious master bedroom suite with a king size bed, dressing room and luxury en suite bathroom. Stepping outside, you have a variety of areas to enjoy. A double garage houses the games room where guests can enjoy table tennis, a pool table and a dart board. Directly outside the lounge is a cantilevered deck with railings and seating; an entertaining space with stunning views down the estuary. Beyond this is a fenced, lawned, terraced garden with woodland beyond. To the side of the property is an extended patio area with a large private hot tub. At the rear of the property is an additional patio area and retaining wall where the garden rises to higher terraces due to its hillside location.