About this property
Set within the grounds of the owner s home yet where privacy is assured, this superb barn offers immaculate accommodation providing you with a memorable holiday home one you will relish returning to after a day of exploring. The little white town of Bideford is situated 3 miles away with a selection of shops, cafes, and restaurants. Keen walkers can enjoy the traffic free Tarka Trail or the South West Coast Path. The villages of Instow and Appledore are both 6 miles away and the vast sands at Westward Ho! are just under 6 miles. Other popular attractions include Tapeley Park, the Milky Way and Big Sheep theme parks, Clovelly and RHS Rosemoor Gardens to name but a few. On entering this beautifully appointed retreat via the enclosed front garden, you ll find yourself in the impressive open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with high ceilings, exposed beams, underfloor heating, magnificent country views, and a unique and colourful mural showcasing the local area. Stylish furnishings make it feel like a home from home. The lounge/diner, a truly lovely space to unwind after a long day, is warm and welcoming with a contemporary wood burner, comfortable sofa, a chair and a chaise lounge. A wooden toy box houses puzzles and games for all the family, and there is also a Smart TV. The dining area offers space for all to eat together and the well equipped kitchen has everything you need to rustle up everything from a quick snack, to a light lunch or formal dinner. Heading on down the staircase to the sleeping accommodation, you will find two bedrooms: one king size with a Smart TV and an en suite shower room with WC, and a king size zip and link (which can be made into 2 6" twin beds on request), again with a Smart TV. Across the hall is the light and airy bathroom with a shower over the bath and a WC. Following on is a separate utility room with a washing machine and a tumble dryer and additional storage. From here, you can access the rear courtyard garden. Outside, there are three separate enclosed areas for you to enjoy, one with a BBQ. The first is the front garden which has a lawn area and seating. At the rear, accessed either through the property or via side external steps, is a rear courtyard garden with a swinging seat and a bench. Lastly, through a secret gate, is the third area accessed via an orangery, an ideal spot to sit and relax with a drink in the evenings or a morning coffee. You ll find pots of seasonal fruits and herbs plus a walk in fruit cage with blueberries and other seasonal fruits, plus a large lawn area ideal for ball games etc. Need to know: 2 bedrooms 1 king size and 1 king size zip and link (which can be made into 2 6" twins on request). 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with shower over bath and WC and 1 en suite shower room with WC. Electric oven and induction hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, and dishwasher. Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer. Wood burner (first basket of logs included). Smart TV in lounge and in both bedrooms. Private off road parking for up to 2 cars. EV charging point available at an additional cost payable to owner, please bring your own cable. Highchair and travel cot available. Lockable storage for bikes in the garage. 3 separate enclosed areas with lawns and seating and a charcoal BBQ. Beach 6 miles, and pub and shops 3 miles.
Accommodation
Downstairs bedroom, Downstairs bathroom, Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Beach within 5 miles, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Electric vehicle charging, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes, Yes