Bideford

The pretty stone cottages at Northway are set in 5 acres of grounds within half a mile of the dramatic coastal footpath above Peppercombe’s National Trust shingle beach and within 5 miles of the glorious sandy beach at Westward Ho! Most of the cottages open off a delightful flower filled courtyard, whilst some look out towards the sea. All of the cottages are well furnished and equipped and some have their own garden. Visitors enjoy use of a superb leisure complex housing an indoor heated swimming pool and spa with full changing and shower facilities (open 9:00am-7:30pm), a fitness area and games room with table football (coin-operated), pool table, table tennis and toddlers play area. For children, there is a well-equipped adventure play area and an area for ball games, and they will surely enjoy stroking the tame rabbits and goats. Christmas decorations, a real tree and champagne are supplied for Christmas bookings. This is a wonderful walking area, both on the coast and along the nearby Tarka Trail. From the lane, a rough track (not suitable for toddlers or the infirm) leads down to the coastal path from where there are magnificent views across Bideford Bay towards Clovelly and the beaches of Devon’s northern coastline. There is plenty to see and do nearby – The Big Sheep and Milky Way, the new Atlantic Village, and the picture postcard village of Clovelly (6 miles) are just some of the attractions. Bude’s superb sandy beach and resort amenities are within a half hour drive. Golf, fishing and riding are available locally and the Tamar Lakes offer sailing and wind surfing. Nearest pub serving food in Horns Cross, 0.25 miles.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room/kitchen. Conservatory. Games room with flagstone floor. 1 double (4ft) bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. First floor: 6 bedrooms: 2 double with en-suite bathroom with shower over bath and toilet, one with additional single, 2 twin, one leading to additional twin (accessed by steep stairs). Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle and toilet.

Open fire in living room (initial fuel included). Oil central heating and NSH included. Electricity and panel heaters by meter reading. Additional cot. Washing machine. T/dyer. Dishwasher. Two freezers. Rayburn. Electricity range. Enclosed garden and furniture. Games room with 3/4-size snooker table.

All properties: Bed linen and towels included. Cot. High chair. Freeview TV. DVD. CD. Microwave. Wi-fi. Barbecue. Parking. Shared games room with pool table, table tennis and coin operated table football. Swimming pool (closed 6th January 2017-10th February 2017 for maintenance), fitness area, children’s play area and 5 acres of grounds. Welcome pack.

This impressive, detached late Victorian merchant’s house enjoys a delightful outlook across the River Torridge to the pretty port town of Bideford with its pastel-coloured houses alongside a tree-lined quay. The house has been completely refurbished in a light and airy contemporary style whilst retaining much of its original charm and character. Equipped to a very high standard and arranged over three floors, there is plenty of space for family and friends to gather, but also to escape to a quiet corner. Pretty gardens surround the holiday property and offer plenty of space for al fresco dining, summer barbecues and for the children to let off steam. The panoramic views from the living areas and many of the bedrooms are breathtaking, and with a fenced 18ft 6in outdoor heated swimming pool, Yorkstone patio with mood lighting, fire pit and teak furniture, hot tub and sheer indulgence of the cinema room with 50in plasma TV, HD projector and 84in screen, surround sound, Xbox One, Wii and PS3, together with two satellite boxes, it will be hard to leave this unique property.
On the doorstep there is plenty to see and do with the famous Tarka Trail 2 minutes’ walk away for walking or cycling. Alternatively, meander around the many delightful shops, pubs and restaurants that Bideford has to offer, with its regular pannier and waterfront markets, all within a 10-minute stroll of the property.
Visitors can take a boat trip to the nature reserve at Lundy Island or explore many pretty fishing villages including nearby Clovelly and Appledore. Instow is just 2 miles away and is a pretty, unspoilt seaside village with large stretches of sandy beaches and dunes, fishermen’s cottages, shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood. The wide, golden sandy beach of Westward Ho!, popular with surfers, is just 3 miles away with Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe a short drive across the Taw Estuary.
There are numerous NT properties in the area including Arlington and Hartland Abbey, as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor and Docton Mill. Hartland Quay and Lighthouse are well worth a visit and for family fun, the Big Sheep and the Milky Way Adventure Parks are close by. Golf, riding, fishing, surfing, mountain boarding, karting and high ropes are available locally and the wild beauty of Dartmoor, Exmoor and Bodmin moors are all within easy driving distance, as is the famous Eden Project. With so much to discover in this lovely part of North Devon, this is the perfect holiday choice. Shops ¼ mile, pubs 300 yards.

Large porch. Large living room with open fire, window seat and river view to Bideford. Double door to spacious well-equipped kitchen with quartz worktops, TV and central island, open-plan with large dining room with window seat and river view, double doors to terrace and river views to Bideford. Utility/laundry room. Cinema room with TV. Oak floors throughout ground floor, except cinema room. First floor: Two large double bedrooms, each with 5ft bed and river view; one with en-suite bathroom with TV, Jacuzzi bath, separate shower cubicle and toilet, one with en-suite shower room with toilet. Further small double bedroom. Twin bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for alternative sleeping only). Shower room with toilet. Second floor: Large double bedroom with 5ft bed and en-suite bathroom with TV, modern roll-top bath, twin basins, walk-in shower and toilet. Double bedroom with 5ft bed. Twin bedroom with additional pull-out bed (for alternative sleeping only). Bathroom with river views to Bideford, modern roll-top bath, shower cubicle and toilet. All bedrooms with TV.

• Open fire - initial logs included, thereafter available locally
• Electricity, full gas (partial underfloor) central heating, bed linen, towels included
• Two travel cots
• Two high chairs
• Two satellite TVs (full package)
• Nine TVs (satellite and Freeview)
• Five DVDs and library
• HD projector, screen and surround sound
• X-box One
• Wii
• PS3
• 6-ring hob, double oven and further separate large oven
• Microwave
• Two washing machines
• Two tumble dryers
• Two dishwashers
• American fridge/freezer
• Additional fridge
• Wi-fi and internet connection
• Two computers with wi-fi
• Lawned garden with Yorkstone patio, mood lighting and teak furniture
• Fire pit
• Barbecue
• Parking on drive (for 4 cars); additional off road parking for 2 cars; further roadside parking
• Private outdoor, above-ground swimming pool (18ft 6in x 11ft, depth 4ft), heated May-September
• Private hot tub
• No smoking

Nestled in 20 acres of shared woodland and meadows, these delightful holiday properties (references HDDK and HNZ) enjoy use of a tennis court and a games room, ideal for that family holiday.
Orchard House (ref HDDK) is a traditional barn, converted into a stunning, spacious and beautifully furnished countryside retreat. Relax in the spacious, light and airy lounge, with a modern central wood-burning stove. The large, stylish kitchen with double range and granite worktops is the place to gather for a leisurely breakfast, or escape into the cosy study with its 40” plasma TV and Playstation 3. There are four spacious en-suite double bedrooms furnished with designer fabrics and each one with a unique theme - French, rustic Mexican, mahogany sleigh bed, and one with a contemporary nickel bedstead. On summer evenings, dine al fresco on the long stone patio running the length of the barn, with patio table and chairs looking out over uninterrupted views.
Chapman House (ref hnz) is a superb, spacious conversion of an 18th-century stables and coach house with breathtaking views of the North Devon coastline out to Lundy Island, and beyond to the Atlantic Ocean. The living area on the first floor takes full advantage of sea views with a large balcony opening from the spacious kitchen/dining room - ideal to enjoy a lazy breakfast or relax and watch magnificent sunsets. Completed to a very high specification, the holiday house is very comfortable and has beamed ceilings and a cosy wood-burning stove. The large, secluded, lawned gardens include a children’s play area. Both properties enjoy shared use of a games room with pool table, table tennis and darts. Guests are also welcome to explore the 20-acre woodland and pasture (with sheep).
With sea views, this is an enchanting holiday location with a private, 30-minute walk to a secluded pebble and sand beach and the spectacular South West Coastal Path (access only available from 2nd Feb - 31st Aug), where a chain of magnificent cliffs stretches along the Heritage Coast to Hartland Point. A pretty, 60-minute walk across fields leads to a little-known sandy beach (Porledge Beach), which is a wonderful sun trap and well off the tourist map, making it usually very quiet, even on the busiest summer day. The famous surfing beaches of Westward Ho! (4 miles) and Bude are an easy drive. Bikes can be hired to explore the nearby Tarka Trail and there is sailing, water skiing, golf and riding locally. Numerous NT properties in the area as well as the RHS gardens at Rosemoor and Docton Mill. Visit Hartland Abbey and the charming village of Clovelly (6 miles). The Atlantic Village Outlet Shopping Centre which includes a large supermarket is just 2 miles.
Orchard House and Chapman House can be booked together to accommodate up to 24 guests.

Spacious, modern open-plan living/dining room with central wood-burning stove, and 50in plasma TV. Well-equipped kitchen with large range, granite work tops and central breakfast bar. Utility/toilet/boot room. Study with sofa-bed (for +2) and 40in plasma TV. Entrance hall/cloakroom. First floor: Four double bedrooms each with 5ft bed and en-suite shower room with toilet. Two twin bedrooms with shared bathroom with shower over Jacuzzi bath and toilet. All bedrooms with plasma TV.

• Full oil underfloor central heating included
• Two high chairs
• Eight TVs (Sky, full package)
• Electricity double range included
• Washing machine
• Tumble dryer
• American-style fridge/freezer with ice maker and water filter
• Broadband connection
• Large level, enclosed lawned area with patio, furniture and swings
• Car port (for 3 cars); ample additional parking
• Natural spring water from borehole
• NB: Fountain water feature in garden

• Wood-burning stove - fuel included
• Electricity, bed linen and towels included
• Two cots
• DVD (small library)
• Playstation 3
• Microwave
• Dishwasher
• Payphone
• Shared 20-acre farmland and grounds
• Barbecue
• Cycle store
• Shared games room with pool table, dart board and table tennis
• Shared tennis court (racquets/balls included)
• Welcome pack
• NB: Pond on site

Alminstone House is the perfect choice for family and friends and ideal for a celebration gathering. Peacefully located in an area of great interest, this delightful, spacious house sits on the edge of the quiet rural hamlet of Woolsery but is just a short drive from the breathtaking North Devon beaches and the English Heritage Coastline, popular with walkers and bird-watchers. This imposing property is adjacent to the owners home but offers much privacy within its own enclosed substantial gardens. The ideal choice at any time of year. Why not get the local catering company to come in and prepare a meal for your party. The famous surfing beaches of Westward Ho! and Bude are an easy drive and for family fun The Big Sheep and The Milky Way Adventure parks are close by. The pretty historic port town of Bideford is just 7 miles and offers town amenities and boat trips to Lundy Island. For walking and cycling the famous Tarka Trail is close by. Horse riding 1 mile. Tamar lake fishing is also nearby. Shop, pub and fish and chip shop 2 miles.

Ground floor: Living room with double sofa bed. Dining room/kitchen. 2 steps down to double bedroom. First floor: 7 bedrooms: 5 double, one with en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet, two (four poster), one with additional single, one with additional bunk, one with additional sofa bed, 2 twin. Shower room and toilet. 2 steps down to bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. External utility room with toilet.

Woodburner in living room and dining room/kitchen (initial fuel included). Oil central heating £35per week, £15 per short break. Electricity, bed linen and towels included. Two cots. Two high chairs. Two Freeview TVs. DVD. Stereo/CD. Electric Range. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Freezer. Wi-fi. Large enclosed lawned garden with sitting-out area and furniture. Swings and slide. Barbecue. Ample parking. Welcome pack.

Bron-y-Garth is a uniquely beautiful, detached, 6 bedroom, former gentleman’s country residence and is situated just 2 miles from Bideford on the glorious north Devon coast. This delightful holiday home, situated adjacent to the owner’s home, can comfortably accommodate up to 22 people and is set in 11/2 acres of grounds, with unparalleled views over fields and valleys to the coast and Bideford Bay. Internally, it is extremely attractive, very spacious and well laid out with spacious lawns, fragrant flower borders and a large walled garden with patio area, which is ideal for barbecues and sunbathing. This is the ideal choice at any time of year for family and friends, and is the perfect place for a special event or celebrations. The grand entrance hall links all the downstairs rooms and there is a spacious living room with an open fire, perfect to relax beside on a chilly evening. The large dining room is perfect for a celebration meal and has views to the coast, with a lovely sun room off this to escape and enjoy the views.
Bron-y-Garth is just 5 miles from the pretty waterside village of Instow, with its large stretches of sandy beaches and dunes, fisherman’s cottages, shops and a good selection of pubs and restaurants specialising in locally caught seafood, whilst the local village store and delicatessen is superb. Westward Ho!, also 5 miles, has a wide, sandy surfing beach, surf school and golf course. The larger town of Bideford, with its historic port and lively market, as well as the Lundy Island ferry and array of shops and other amenities, is 2 miles, and the Atlantic Highway is easily accessible, providing a quick passage to the breathtaking north Devon and north Cornish coasts.
The area is a must for water sports, sailing enthusiasts and fishermen. Walkers and cyclists will enjoy the famous Tarka Trail which passes close by and there are numerous NT properties in the area, including Arlington, Hartland Abbey, RHS Garden Rosemoor and Docton Mill. Hartland Quay and lighthouse are well worth a visit, along with many other local beauty spots, including Bucks Mills and Clovelly. There really is something for everyone in this glorious location. Beach 5 miles. Shop 11/2 miles, pub and restaurant 2 miles.

Ground floor: Living room. Dining room. Kitchen. Utility room. Sun room. 1 double bedroom with 2 additional singles, kitchenette, breakfast area and en-suite shower room with toilet. Shower room with toilet. Separate toilet. First floor: 5 double bedrooms, three with 2 additional singles and en-suite shower room with toilet, two with additional single. Bathroom with shower over bath and toilet. Separate toilet.

Open fire in living room (initial fuel included). Gas central heating and gas by meter reading. Electricity included. Bed linen hire. Two travel cots and two high chairs on request. 40" satellite TV (sports package). DVD. Gas/electric range. Microwave. Washing machine. Tumble dryer. Dishwasher. Freezer. Broadband. Large lawned garden with patio, sitting-out area and furniture. Gas barbecue. Natural 11/2-acre grounds with sitting-out area. Ample parking. Book library and games. Pets to be kept on a lead. No smoking. NB: 12 steps in garden.