Log Cabins to RentThink rugged coastlines, sandy beaches, great surf and sparkling blue seas, the wild moors of Dartmoor to the Somerset Levels and the dramatic Cheddar Gorge, the South West has plenty to offer. With a lively arts scene, great local food and walking and cycling opportunities galore.
Croyde is a chocolate box village with many thatched houses, shops and trendy eateries favoured by young and old alike. Its golden sandy beach gives you an opportunity to try a wide range of water sports. On either side of the village are more beaches where the sand, sea and surf can be enjoyed, Woolacombe, Saunton and Putsborough being just some. Walkers will be spoilt for choice with direct access onto the South West Coast Path, from Croyde, taking you across the spectacular headland to Baggy Point, Exmoor National Park is within easy reach by car. Other attractions and places of interest nearby include the links golf course at Saunton, Barnstaple with its market and high street shops, Ilfracombe and Lynton and Lynmouth are also worth a visit. As you enter this luxurious single story retreat, take a moment to enjoy the grandness. The magnificent open plan lounge/kitchen/diner is the perfect backdrop for catching up whilst cooking up a storm in the remarkable kitchen area. The kitchen offers a gas oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher. The fabulous open plan lounge/diner offers an impressive floor to ceiling feature windows allowing you to sit back and relax amongst the rich, soft furnishings and watch your favourite programme on the Smart TV with DVD player or just enjoy views over the garden. After a long day, head down the hall where you will find the master suite, which boasts a free standing bath, Smart TV, en suite shower room with WC and a super king size bed. Outside the garden wraps around the property, offering a raised lawn area accessed via three external steps and patio area with garden furniture. The property offers off road parking for two cars.
Set in a tranquil rural location on the owners working farm with access to footpaths leading to beautiful coastal and clifftop walks. The nearest shops and pubs can be found in the Georgian village of Hartland which is just three miles away and is also home to Hartland Abbey, which was originally built as a monastery in the 12th century. Visitors will enjoy the pretty walled gardens, woodland and parkland. There is something for every age range: surfing and sandcastle building at the large sandy beach at Westward Ho! (16 miles) or hire a boat on the Bude Canal (13 miles). Children will love the Milky Way (7 miles) and BIG Sheep (14 miles) theme parks or those looking for some myths and legends why not visit King Arthur s Tintagel (31 miles). The barn is one of three properties at this farmland location and is a great option for accommodating larger groups. Step inside the entrance hall and find an area with plenty of room to kick off shoes and boots. You are immediately drawn to the large open plan lounge/kitchen/diner which can be found along the corridor. Step down into this room and bask in the natural light that floods in through the large picture windows, making it a pleasant room at any time of the day and the social hub of the property. The kitchen area has everything you need to cater for every mealtime with an electric oven and induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer drier. An island unit also allows for an informal mealtime and has two stools, whereas the formal dining table allows everyone to be able to be seated and eat together with comfortable dining chairs. The lounge area has two comfy corner sofas and a large Smart TV where you can relax and enjoy a film after a day of exploring. From here, on a warm day, you can open up the French doors that lead out to the rear patio area and garden. Heading back through to the entrance hall you will find a ground floor shower room with shower and WC and two bedrooms. One double with a Smart TV and one zip and link twin room (which can be a super king size on request) also with a Smart TV. Heading up the beautiful oak staircase you will find a further two bedrooms both having Smart TVs also. A king size room (please note: a fire exit is accessible from this room, which is a door that leads down external stone steps) and lastly a zip and link king size room (which can be made into 2 6 twin beds on request). The spacious landing area has a desk area and sockets should you need to work or catch up on your emails and the family bathroom completes the accommodation with a bath with shower over the bath and WC. Outside, there is a large patio area with wonderful views across the countryside and the sea beyond. There is garden furniture, a fire pit and charcoal BBQ, making this a great place to enjoy al fresco meals or evening drinks whilst watching the sun go down. Children can play outside with a slide, trampoline and football net. Guests are also able, by arrangement, to explore the farm s 260 acres of land and to meet some of the resident animals. There is off road parking for 2 cars available.
Originally the farm stables this newly converted cottage is conveniently situated just one mile from the Devon village of Chumleigh where you can find pubs, small shops and a golf course. From here you can also try the riding stables to get a real taste of the wonderful countryside. Take a stroll through the 21 acre woodland, which in spring hosts a carpet of Bluebells. A short drive away leads you to the outstanding North Devon Coast where you will find many beaches such as Saunton Sands with over a mile of sandy beach. Easily accessible to several National Trust sites and close to the rugged walks of Exmoor and Dartmoor. Family theme parks are also within easy distance such as The Milky Way and The Big Sheep to keep the younger ones entertained. On entering this wonderful conversion, you will find a very large and spacious entrance which opens into the large kitchen/dining area. Well equipped with all the necessary essentials for a perfect stay including an electric oven and hob, dishwasher, washing machine, fridge/freezer and microwave. There is also a ground floor shower room with shower and WC. This open plan area offers a dining table to seat four people for mealtimes together. The spacious and comfortable lounge has comfortable sofas where you can relax and watch a film on the TV/DVD player. Going up to the first floor are the two bedrooms, one large double with fantastic countryside views and one twin bedroom. Completing the accommodation is the bathroom with bath and WC. At the rear of the property is an enclosed patio area, with seating, perfect for al fresco dining and watching the sun set enjoying the wonderful views. The owners welcome you to look around the farm and explore the adjacent woodland, walk along the riverbank and watch the animals.
This contemporary single storey barn conversion sits in the grounds of the owner s home, yet privacy is assured, occupying a fabulous spot between Appledore and the seaside town of Westward Ho! Appledore, famed for its shipbuilding heritage, has a wealth of pubs, shops, and art galleries. In summer, it is possible to take the ferry across the estuary to the village of Instow, with its sandy beach and yacht club. Beach lovers will love Westward Ho! with its two mile stretch of golden sands, perfect for swimming, surfing or just relaxing and building sandcastles. The property enjoys a unique location, right on the Northam Burrows with beautiful walks to both Westward Ho! or Appledore and extensive walks ideal for dog walking. Guests enter the property via the enclosed courtyard area and are greeted by an impressive open plan lounge/kitchen/diner which is stylish in décor as well as design. The lounge area is well equipped with comfortable seating, as well as a Smart TV, perfect for relaxing after a long day. The kitchen is equally well fitted with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine, perfect for preparing a family meal. When you're ready for a good night's sleep head to one of the two bedrooms, including a super king size zip and link (which can be made up as a twin on request) and one twin room. These sit either side of the stylish and contemporary bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Outside the property, there is a good sized, enclosed patio which is accessed via the lounge and enjoys far reaching views across the country park towards the estuary and sea beyond. A secure storage shed is on one side which can store bikes, surfboards or golf clubs. The patio area also has ample seating and is the perfect place to enjoy a morning coffee or a sundowner in the evenings. There is allocated off road parking for two cars.
Located in the tiny hamlet of Benton surrounded by 15 acres of beautiful grounds, this property is ideally placed for keen walkers and nature lovers. Once you have finished exploring the local area on foot, hop in the car and head to the nearby ancient town of Barnstaple, which boasts a traditional pannier market as well as a range of shops, restaurants and cafes. If you re looking for a slice of culture, the National Trust s Arlington Court is close by, while Knightshayes Court is an hour away by car. Other nearby attractions include Marwood Hill Gardens, RHS Rosemoor and Dartington Crystal. Arranged on two levels, this property is bursting with traditional features, from exposed beams to an inglenook fireplace. The owners property is close by but privacy is assured. The kitchen/dining area is spacious and well equipped, with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. After your meals, cosy up on one of the comfortable sofas in the lounge area, which features a high vaulted ceiling with exposed trusses. Unwind beside the wood buner as you make the most of the TV/DVD or plan the day ahead. Or, if you re looking for a bit of healthy competition, take to the games room where there is a full sized snooker table. There is a twin bedroom with en suite shower room on the ground floor, while the king size bedroom with en suite bathroom and shower over bath is located upstairs on the first floor. Outside, there is a pretty patio area with garden furniture and a BBQ for making the most of those sunny days. Beyond the patio is a large lawn, which leads to a stream, pond and acres of fields beyond, perfect for enjoying a morning stroll.
This cosy single storey barn is situated just one mile from the picturesque village of Chulmleigh, where you can wander its pretty winding streets and explore the local shops, art galleries and pubs. For golfers, there is an 18 hole golf course at the heart of the village. With Exmoor National Park a few miles north, you have the choice of exploring scenic walks and hidden beauty spots with ease. There are also a wealth of National Trust properties and gardens to explore in the area, as well as RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Dartington Crystal, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way. Stepping inside the barn, it is filled with character and is all on one level. There are two bedrooms within the property, with one king with a TV which then leads into a compact bunk room (please note that the top bunk is only suitable for one adult or two children), with a door leading out to the rear garden. The shower room has a walk in shower and WC and the lounge/diner has ample comfortable seating around a dining table, and a Smart TV to catch up on your favourite shows. If you prefer to stay in and cook rather than going out, the well equipped kitchen has an electric oven and hob, microwave, washing machine and fridge with an ice compartment. Heading outside the property is an enclosed private garden with a patio and lawn, with garden furniture and a BBQ. There is also a shared, heated, enclosed outdoor swimming pool, which is open from mid May to end September, a play area, games barn with a pool table and a tennis lawn. Guests are encouraged to enjoy the many pathways which meander across the countryside.
Ideally located close to some of North Devon s finest beaches, Woolacombe and Croyde are popular with surfers and bathers alike. The regional towns of Barnstaple and South Molton are nearby with popular pannier markets. Walkers and cyclists can enjoy the Tarka Trail and walk through the surrounding landscape, stunning in any season and with the property being just on the edge of the Exmoor National Park you will be spoilt with walks and views. In the height of the summer cream teas are served from The Retreat outdoor patio and dining area A short car journey to the village of Umberleigh where the local pub nestles, and all are welcome, you will also find the community shop here which sells a range of produce. Other attractions include RHS Rosemoor Gardens or Dartington Crystal. As you arrive at this delightful Devon retreat, take a moment to enjoy the greatness of this beautiful property. On entering this upside down barn conversion the entrance hall is the perfect place to hang your coats. On the ground floor you will find a wet room and the first of the two bedrooms. The ground floor bedroom consists of a super king size bed (Which can be made up as a twin on request) and boasts a set of French doors which provides you with beautiful views over the rolling countryside as well as access onto the enclosed rear garden. Completing this room is a utility cupboard that offers a washer machine and tumble dryer. The wet room offers a bath, a sperate shower and WC. Heading upstairs to the first floor where you will need to take a moment to enjoy the grandness that this remarkable property offers where parts of the property dates to the Tudor period. The magnificent open plan lounge/kitchen/diner is the perfect back drop for catching up whilst cooking up a storm in the remarkable kitchen area. The kitchen offers an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer and dishwasher. The fabulous lounge area offers an impressive floor to ceiling feature window allowing you to sit back and relax amongst the rich, soft furnishings and watch your favourite programme on the Smart TV whilst the wood burner crackles in the background or just enjoy views. Completing this floor is the last of the two bedrooms. A mezzanine bedroom offering a king size bed and a sperate WC. Outside the enclosed garden wraps around the property, offering a private hot tub which is situated in a beautifully converted outbuilding which offers views over the rolling countryside where Stags and Deer can often be seen grazing, lawn area and decked area with garden furniture. The property offers off road parking for two cars.
This property enjoys a quiet rural location on the owner s 300 acre farm in the Devonshire countryside. Although there is plenty to see and do on and around the farm, those who want to explore more of what the area has to offer will be spoilt for choice, with many sites and attractions being within easy reach of the property. For example, the attractive harbour town of Bideford is just seven miles away, with its narrow streets lined with antique shops, independent boutiques, and a choice of eateries. To the west of the property, the privately owned village of Clovelly is a lovely place to spend a day discovering what Devonshire life was like in the past, and there is even a small beach here as well as a fishing harbour. The Milky Way family adventure park, with its rides, and play areas is always a hit with young visitors, whilst the sandy beach at Westward Ho!, ten miles from the property, offers a two mile wide stretch of sandy beach. This property offers upside down accommodation, with two of the three bedrooms situated on the ground floor. The double bedroom benefits from Smart TV and an en suite shower and WC, whilst there is also a spacious and comfortable twin room with Smart TV. The bathroom is also located on the ground floor and offers a shower over bath and WC. Stairs lead to the first floor living area, where there is a cosy lounge with sofa seating and TV/DVD. The light filled kitchen/diner is accessed through the lounge and offers a wooden dining table, beamed ceiling, an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and iPod dock. There is a convenient utility room adjacent to the property, accessed externally, where guests will find the washer/dryer. Wooden stairs from the lounge lead to the galleried third bedroom, a perfect room for children, with twin beds, a sofa, and a TV Outside, there is a lawned garden, with outdoor seating a BBQ, providing guests with a space from which to enjoy the farm s peace and tranquillity. The games barn offers a wonderful escape for teenagers, with its dartboard, table tennis table, and snooker table.Guests are also able to explore the farm, where they can meet the resident animals, including the cows and chickens, and it is even possible to take a Land Rover tour of the farm with the friendly owners, when they are available.
This impressive property is situated in a quiet location in North Devon, just four miles from the pretty village of Buckland Brewer, which offers a welcoming village pub, as well as a handy shop and post office. The surrounding area has much to offer to holidaymakers, including the traditional village of Higher Clovelly, which has been beautifully maintained to offer an authentic look at the area s rich heritage. Just a little further around the coast, and within eleven miles of the property, the two mile wide stretch of sand at Westward Ho! Can be found. Other places of interest in the area include the harbour town of Bideford, The Big Sheep farm themed fun park, and RHS Rosemoor. This single storey property offers stylish accommodation for 13 guests with plenty of space for all to enjoy themselves. The open plan living area comprises of a spacious lounge/kitchen/diner, within which the lounge offers a wonderfully relaxing space with inviting sofas, SkyTV, a Blu ray player, and a warming wood burner. The room continues around a corner to the dining area and on to the kitchen, where guests will find an island unit, range oven, hob, microwave, American style fridge/freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer. The property benefits from a large conservatory and offers a second dining space with views over the extensive gardens, an American style pool table, and doors that open onto a relaxing decked area and into the sauna/games room. The property has six stunning bedrooms, four of which are king size rooms, one with an en suite shower room and WC, and three with their own TV. The fourth bedroom is a triple room with three single beds, which has a door leading to a super king room which benefits from its own TV and countryside views. An en suite shower room with WC is located off the triple bedrooms, which makes this an ideal suite of rooms for a family with young children. The property s main bathroom offers wheelchair access with a walk in shower, bath, WC, and Jack and Jill sinks. There is also a convenient separate WC. The outside areas of the property offer a fantastic space for guests to relax and have lots of fun in. There is an extensive decked area adjacent to the property; two patios with garden furniture, sun loungers, and a large BBQ; a fabulous hot tub; a sauna room; and spacious lawns, with play equipment which includes a climbing frame, slide, football nets, and a trampoline. There is ample off road parking available too.
This property enjoys a quiet, rural location within easy reach of the Tamar Lakes Country Park, which offers plentiful opportunities for visitors to enjoy sailing, windsurfing, water zorbing, scenic walks, cycle routes, and angling. For many, a trip to the west country would be incomplete without a day or two spent enjoying the region s renowned beaches, and guests at this property have a choice of lovely sandy beaches within easy reach, including Bude, Crackington Haven, Port Isaac, and Westward Ho! There are plenty of other places of interest in the local area to suit all tastes, including Hartland Abbey, RHS Rosemoor, and The Milky Way Adventure Park. This barn conversion property offers comfortable accommodation for eight guests with some well maintained original features. The upside down layout of this property means that the main living area, comprising of a lounge/diner and separate kitchen/diner, is located on the first floor. The spacious lounge diner has a beamed ceiling and some attractive exposed brickwork, which add to the authentic feel of the property. The comfortable seating in the lounge area, allows guests to relax and enjoy the TV/DVD, whilst a separate snug room, located on a mezzanine floor, offers a range of books and games. The kitchen has a second dining table, which makes it a great place to enjoy informal meals, or sit together over coffee. This room is well equipped with an oven, hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, and dishwasher. Downstairs, there are four tasteful bedrooms, three of these are double rooms, two of which benefit from doors leading outside. The fourth bedroom is a twin room, which also has outside access, and benefits from an en suite shower with WC. The property s bathroom offers a bath, separate shower, and WC. Finally, there is a spacious games room, with a smart TV, fridge, pool table, and a selection of toys and games. Outside, there is an enclosed shingled garden to the rear of the property, where guests will find the private hot tub. Meanwhile, to the front of the property, there is an enclosed decked area with seating and a BBQ. Guests are also able to enjoy the owner s farm, including several activities which may appeal particularly to younger guests, including tractor rides, and meeting the resident animals. There is ample off road parking available on the farm.
