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.
This property is one of three barn conversion holiday cottages located at the end of a farm track on the owner s farm, which is just one mile from the Devonshire village of Shebbear. There is plenty to see and do within a thirty minute drive of the property, including the traditional harbour town of Bideford, where there is an interesting array of independent shops, and from where it possible to take a boat trip out to the wildlife rich island of Lundy, with its resident seal colony. The privately owned, traffic free, village of Clovelly is also within a thirty minute drive, as are the sandy beaches of Bude and Westward Ho! This stylish barn conversion property provides spacious and comfortable accommodation for a couple, with some lovely original features. On the ground floor, the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner is a lovely relaxing space, with two separate seating areas, one in front of the cosy woodburner, and the other offering somewhere to enjoy the TV and DVD. At the opposite end of the room, there is a dining table seating four, and a well equipped kitchen with an oven and hob, American style fridge/freezer, microwave and dishwasher. A washing machine, tumble dryer, and an ironing board, as well as a range of DVDs, books, games, and wellingtons for guests to borrow can be found in a separate shared laundry room onsite. Stairs lead up to a galleried first floor bedroom, a lovely king size room with exposed beams, a TV and DVD. An en suite bathroom offers a roll top bath, as well as a separate shower cubicle and WC. Outside, there is a spacious sunny courtyard with garden furniture and a BBQ, making it a wonderful spot to enjoy alfresco drinks or meals during the summer months. Guests are also able to make use of the owner s 12 acres of woodland, and neighbouring paddock, which make a great space for exercising dogs. There is ample parking provided.
1 OF 9 CHARMING COTTAGES SET IN 18 ACRES OF OPEN COUNTRYSIDE WITH SWIMMING POOL, HOT TUB, SAUNA, PLAY FACILITIES AND ANIMALS. Perched at the top of the stunning Sterridge Valley, this is one of a complex of nine charming cottages with plenty of space and onsite activities, and is set in the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The delightful village of Combe Martin is a few minutes drive away, and hosts a highly recommended 17th century inn. Also nearby is the lovely picture postcard village of Berrynarbor. The golden sandy beaches of Croyde, Saunton, Putsborough and Woolacombe are all just a twenty minute drive away, offering some of the best surf in the South West. There are many other great attractions in the area including The Big Sheep, Dartington Crystal, Milky Way Amusement Park, and Combe Martin Wildlife Park. On entering this accommodation you will find a set of stairs directly in front of you, at top of the stairs you will find the open plan lounge/diner. The spacious and bright lounge makes an attractive space to relax and dine, complete with TV /DVD. The stylish separate kitchen is equipped with everything you may need including electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, small freezer and washing machine. The cottage is reverse level so, heading back down to the ground floor you will find two comfy bedrooms. There s a double bedroom with en suite bathroom complete with hand held shower over the bath and WC, and a cosy twin bedroom with en suite shower and WC. Heading outside, is a cute courtyard with your own picnic table and charcoal BBQ or you can unwind at the end of the day on the spacious lawn area with outdoor seating which is shared with the other properties in the complex. Or you could head for the shared indoor heated swimming pool with sunken hot tub. Children can also play in an enclosed outdoor play area with swing basket, trampoline, baby swing and picnic benches, and there s an indoor games barn with table tennis, pool table and table football. There are also 18 acres of gardens and paddocks to explore, making the site a real country retreat ideal for families, friends or couples alike. Guests are welcome to meet the resident donkeys and pony. Sheep and cows also graze the surrounding meadows of the farm. Off road parking for 2 cars.
Located in the small Devon village of Tawstock which is surrounded by woodland. Only three miles away are the villages of Bishops Tawton and Newton Tracey with local pubs. The market town of Barnstaple is less than 3 miles away and has a plethora of shops and places to eat and the well known Butchers Row with its unique independent shops. If it s the beach you're looking for Saunton Sands is 10 miles away, Croyde is 13 miles which is known to be a mecca for surfing or 14 miles is Woolacombe which has 3 miles of sandy beaches. Venture further and there is RHS Rosemoor with more than sixty five acres of stunning gardens to look around and a visit to the UK's only remaining glass factory, Dartington Crystal being15 miles away. As you enter through the hallway, you will see that this barn has been lovingly decorated, with underfloor heating throughout. There are two bedrooms on this floor, a twin room and a king size bedroom, both with en suite shower rooms and Smart TVs. The large farmhouse style kitchen with its original beams and centre island is the perfect place to try out new recipes or make breakfasts together as you plan your fun filled day ahead. It is equipped with a dual fuel cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, wine cooler, washing machine and tumble dryer. Next to the kitchen is the dining room with a large dining table that seats 12 people. On this floor, there is also a WC. From the kitchen, you go down six steps into the light and airy lounge with large comfy sofas, gas fire, and a Smart TV with Netflix and DVD, to sit, relax and watch your favourite movies or enjoy a board game or two, with patio doors leading out onto the courtyard. There are a further four bedrooms upstairs, all with en suites: there are two king size rooms with roll top baths, shower attachments and WCs, another king size bedroom with a shower room and WC, and the final room is a twin bedroom complete with a bathroom with handheld shower and WC. Heading outside through the patio doors from the lounge, is an enclosed south facing patio with a large table and chairs to seat 12 people, and a gas BBQ to enjoy al fresco dining with friends and family on those lovely summer evenings. For those that like a game of tennis, you will love that the private tennis court is open all year, plus there is also a children s play area. The indoor games room is located only 25 yards from the cottage with small fridge/freezer, ping pong, football and air hockey tables. There is also ample gated car parking directly in front of the cottage.
Perfectly situated within walking distance of the National Trust s Arlington Court, plus only a short drive of Exmoor which offers wonderful scenery and walking terrain. Immediately from the property, there are areas perfect for keen walkers, mountain bikers and road cyclists alike. Those in search of sea and surf are also well catered for with Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton all close by; and the traditional coastal villages of Ilfracombe, Lynton and Lynmouth are also well worth a visit. Alternatively head into the vibrant market town of Barnstaple which boasts an array of amenities including a swimming pool, theatre and cinema, traditional pannier market, and access to the ever popular Tarka Trail. Other attractions and places of interest accessible from here include Broomhill Arts and Sculpture Gardens, Marwood Hill Gardens, Exmoor Zoo and Watermouth Castle. Step inside and you firstly find yourself in a useful lobby area which provides a perfect place to decant outdoor clothing after a day exploring. From here the ground floor accommodation opens up into a beautifully light open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with bi folding doors opening onto the patio, with a TV/DVD and wood burner, this cosy space provides the perfect place to relax at the end of the day and enjoy a good book or your favourite film. The kitchen area is perfectly appointed and boasts a breakfast bar dining area with countryside views, an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and a dishwasher. Heading up the stairs and onto the first floor you will discover the fabulous bedroom with a king size bed which benefits from lovely natural light streaming through the floor to ceiling windows. A contemporary en suite shower room with shower and WC completes the offering inside the property. Located outside and to the front of the property, a large enclosed patio area offering beautiful countryside views, garden furniture and a charcoal BBQ. Further to this guests can also enjoy access to a generously proportioned field, meaning that four legged holidaymakers can be exercised with ease. Ample private off road parking and lockable bike storage is also provided within the enclosed area.
This property is located a short drive from the village of North Molton, where there is a handy village shop, and a welcoming pub. Walkers, cyclists, and horse riders are all well catered for one Exmoor, with its miles of scenic paths which lead right up to the coast and across into Somerset. For a change of scenery, visitors might like to spend some time at one of the many family friendly beaches that are around a forty five minute drive of the property, including Croyde, Saunton Sands, Ilfracombe, and Minehead. Other attractions in the area include Exmoor Zoo, the National Trust property at Arlington Court, and Combe Martin Wildlife Park. Guests will love this charmingly converted stone barn, which offers comfortable accommodation, ideal for a family. The front door opens directly into the spacious lounge, where deep sofas provide a relaxing place for guests to sit back and enjoy the TV/DVD. An archway from here leads to the country style kitchen/diner with its beamed sloping ceiling, dining table, oven, hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher, washing machine, and tumble dryer. Stairs from the lounge, lead to the first floor bedrooms. The first of these is a restful double room with its own TV, whilst the second is an attractive bunk bedroom. The bathroom has a shower over bath and WC. Outside, there is a garden which is accessed through the kitchen, which offers a patio with garden furniture and a BBQ, which gives way to a lawned area, where guests are able to set up sun loungers and enjoy the peaceful surroundings. A games room offers a fun place to spend time, and makes a great place for teenagers to escape to. This room also has a freezer. There is ample off road parking available.
This property enjoys a quiet rural location, close to the Devon/Cornwall border. The village of Bradworthy is just half a mile away, and offers a small, but convenient range of amenities including a shop, pub and a cafe. The Cornish seaside resort of Bude is just ten miles away, with its choice of sandy beaches, a tidal pool, a range of shops and cafes, a leisure centre and a mini golf course. To the north of the property, the village of Clovelly offers a delightful location for a day out with its traffic free streets, traditional craft workshops, a fishing quay, small beach, traditional fishermen s cottages and an interesting heritage museum. Other places of interest in the area include the harbour town of Bideford, The Big Sheep Adventure Park and RHS Rosemoor. On entering this property guests will immediately get a sense of just how relaxing life here is. The lounge offers a comfortable and welcoming place in which to cosy up in front of the woodburner effect electric fire or sit back and enjoy the TV/DVD and hi fi. Next to the lounge, a separate dining room has a table seating four, whilst a second dining table in the farmhouse style kitchen offers somewhere to enjoy informal family meals and breakfasts. Also in the kitchen guests will find an oven and hob, fridge, microwave, and dishwasher, whilst a washing machine and freezer can be found in a separate utility room. Also located on the ground floor is a shower room with WC. Upstairs, there are two bedrooms, a restful double room, and a spacious twin both of which have areas of restricted head height due to the property s sloping ceilings, as is typical of this type of property. There is also a bathroom on the first floor, which offers a bath and WC. Outside, there is an enclosed garden surrounding the property, which is accessed through patio doors in the lounge and which has garden furniture and a BBQ, perfect for enjoying the peaceful surroundings and the views over the surrounding fields. There is ample parking provided.
Set in between the beautiful and historic village of Appledore and market town of Bideford, you can enjoy walks to either of these locations from the property. The surrounding area is a popular destination for families offering a range of leading attractions such as Tapeley Park, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way. The charming cliffside village of Clovelly with its cobbled streets and the popular beach of Westward Ho!, popular with surfers, are both a short drive away. No matter which direction you head in, the North Devon coast will soon reveal sandy beaches, hidden coves, beautiful towns and charming villages. Stylishly furnished and well equipped, this property offers everything you need for a comfortable stay. Enter the house to find the smart kitchen complete with all your usual appliances including an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine and Tassimo coffee machine. The open plan lounge/diner has a tiled floor with an electric fire, Smart TV and Blue ray player. There are comfortable chairs and sofas for kicking back and relaxing on and the dining room table is set up to allow family meals together. The ground floor is also equipped with a separate WC. From the open plan lounge/diner you will climb the stairs to find three cosy bedrooms. The master bedroom has double bed and has been decorated with a fitting seaside them and has an en suite shower room. There are a further two pretty single bedrooms and a bathroom with shower over bath and WC. Outside you ll have use of your own private, enclosed patio and BBQ area but you can take a stroll around the riverbank gardens of the main house and enjoy undisturbed fishing from the decking at the bottom of the garden. There is also a games room, shared by the two cottages, located just off of the shared driveway at the front of the cottages. Here you can have hours of fun with the ping pong, football or air hockey tables. If you are a larger group, or wish to co ordinate your stay with another family, then please contact us to enquire about the simultaneous availability of the neighbouring property, Yeoldon Lodge.
The nearby town of Torrington boasts an arts centre, the Dartington Crystal visitor centre, and is home to the popular RHS Rosemoor. There are opportunities for paintballing and golf nearby. The market towns of Ilfracombe and Bideford are both close by, and the seaside town of Westward Ho! is a short drive away, offering two miles of golden sands. Other nearby attractions include the fishing villages of Appledore and Clovelly, the family fun parks The Big Sheep and The Milky Way, and the market town of Bideford with its weekly pannier market. You can also visit Lundy Island, explore the Tarka Trail, Burton Art Gallery, Tamar Otter Park and the glorious beaches of Woolacombe and Croyde. On entering this delightful single level barn conversion, you will find yourself in the attractive and spacious open plan lounge/kitchen. With a TV/DVD and hi fi, the welcoming and comfy lounge is an ideal space to relax in and offers lovely countryside views. The stylish and elegant kitchen is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher and microwave. There is also a bright and traditional dining room with a TV. The property has two comfortable bedrooms; the first is a king room with a TV/DVD and an en suite shower room with WC. There is also a charming twin zip and link room with TV/DVD (which can be made up as a king size on request). In addition, you will find a separate shower room complete with WC. Stepping outside, you will find across the yard your own enclosed garden area with garden furniture, a BBQ and children s play equipment, which is an ideal space for relaxing, playing in and enjoying the views.
This beautiful barn has been converted with exceptional attention to detail and nestles in a courtyard setting. It is perfect for families or friends who want to spend time away together and is a fantastic base for exploring the coast and Exmoor which is renowned for its 'Dark Skies'. The historic market town of South Molton is 3.5 miles away and offers a twice weekly indoor market, independent shops and numerous cafes and pubs. Visit the dramatic coastline of North Devon and the beautiful sandy beaches of Saunton (19.5 miles), Instow (20 miles), Croyde (22 miles) and Woolacombe (24.5 miles). Enjoy visiting the wealth of attractions where there is something to suit all ages and tastes including Quince Honey Farm (2 miles) with its all weather indoor play area and restaurant. Step inside this stunning property and you will immediately find yourself in a spacious entrance hall which leads through to the fantastically appointed open plan living area. The lounge/kitchen/diner is made for relaxing with a contemporary wood burner and French doors opening into the courtyard. The well equipped kitchen is a great space for cooking lazy breakfasts or trying out new recipes. Completing the downstairs accommodation is a utility room with a WC. Head upstairs to the three well appointed bedrooms: a master double benefiting from an en suite shower room, a second double and a twin room. Completing this floor is an immaculate family bathroom. An enclosed cobbled/paved courtyard garden complete with garden furniture is an ideal entertaining space in good weather.
From this charming detached property you will be within easy reach of Exmoor National Park, perfect for nature lovers and those wishing to walk or cycle this awe inspiring landscape. There are an array of pretty market towns and villages to explore in the area including Dulverton, South Molton, Withypool and Exford. Head to the coast to discover the string of sandy beaches on Devon s north coast, including Saunton, Croyde, Woolacombe and Westward Ho!, together with a collection of traditional fishing villages and towns such as Lynton, Lynmouth, Clovelly and Porlock. This delightful property boasts unrivalled countryside views and is situated at the end of a long private unmade lane on a 50 acre alpaca farm offering peace and tranquillity. Upon entering the beautiful accommodation, you are greeted with a light and airy open plan lounge/diner with apex ceilings and exposed beams. In the summer you can open the front door to let the outside in, or in the cooler months snuggle up on the comfy sofa in front of the gas effect wood burner while watching your favourite programme on the Smart TV. The well equipped kitchen has an electric oven, gas hob, fridge, coffee machine, microwave, dishwasher and washing machine, perfect for trying out new recipes or old family favourites. The bathroom has been thoughtfully upgraded with a shower over bath, his and her sinks and a WC. Head upstairs to the galleried king size bed set under the eaves with a low sloping ceiling, which is all part of the charm and character of this property. Sleep tight with your faces glowing from a day exploring the wonderful countryside and enjoy the unparalleled Devon night skies from the comfort of your bed. Outside there is a large enclosed private garden with far reaching countryside views, great for relaxing! There is also a secluded patio area with far reaching countryside views where guests will find a table and chairs, large sun umbrella and two teak steamer loungers with cushions, as well as a wood fired hot tub (ample logs provided, more available at additional cost), which is particularly inviting at night, when guests can enjoy the warm water under the star filled skies. There is also a fire pit where you can enjoy toasting marshmallows while watching the sunset. Private parking and secure storage for bicycles, with lots of 5* guest extras such as luxury linens, robes and slippers, smart TV, toiletries and home comforts aplenty.
