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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Furze Cross sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Character conversions in a tranquil countryside location with an abundance of wildlife’’ Tucked away in a quiet rural location on the edge of picturesque Chittlehampton, these superb adjoining barn conversions date back to the 1870s and lie within the grounds of the owner’s thatched farmhouse. Backing onto open countryside, they have been renovated to a high standard and offer excellent accommodation – perfect for exploring the area. Each property has its own sitting-out area overlooking ponds, where there is an abundance of wildlife. There is a children’s play area with swings and shared use of garden areas, ideal for ball games, evening barbecues or just relaxing in the tranquil surroundings.
Chittlehampton itself is a very pretty rural village with a shop, post office, church and village pub serving good food and local ales, or visit the neighbouring village of Chittlehamholt, offering an equally good village inn also serving food, and a well equipped Golf and Country Club boasting a range of activities with an indoor heated swimming pool, fitness and gym complex, 18-hole golf club, fishing, tennis and health and beauty spa (day rates apply). The popular market town of South Molton, 4 miles, has a weekly farmers’ market and a variety of shops, antique and curio shops, pubs and restaurants. Barnstaple, 8 miles, additionally has theatre, cinema and leisure activities, and places of interest including the Museum of North Devon, Pannier Market, 14th-century St Anne’s Chapel and 18th-century Queen Anne’s Walk. Other family attractions in the area include The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Kilarney Springs, Exmoor Zoo and Dinosaur Park. Spectacular beaches at Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough, Woolacombe and Westward Ho! are all within easy driving distance. Sailing, windsurfing and fishing at Tamar Lakes and Wimbleball Lake, 25 miles. Exmoor National Park, 7 miles. Excellent golf courses within 5 miles. Village shop and pub ¾ mile.
  
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Marldon sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: In a tranquil village setting, 2 miles from the sandy beach at Paignton, Mill Cottage is one of two attractive single-storey cottages, imaginatively converted from former farm buildings, retain splendid original roof beams and stone walls. Adjacent to the owner’s home, around the same pretty courtyard garden with pond and fountain, they are attractively furnished in ‘New England’ style. The South Hams boasts the mildest climate in Britain. Paignton, 2 miles, has a small harbour, zoo and steam railway. Torquay, 4 miles, has sailing, tennis and sports centre and combines the exotic and the classically English; coloured lights festoon the harbour by night. It has many good sandy beaches, giving it an almost Mediterranean feel. Inland is medieval town of Totnes with castle and 16th-century buildings. From the quayside are boat trips down the beautiful River Dart to Dartmouth; the S. Devon Railway runs steam trains to Buckfastleigh. Within easy reach is the spectacular Dartmoor National Park. Shop/PO 700 yards, restaurant/pub1 mile (‘a la carte’ one 400 yards), supermarkets a short drive. Better access for disabled. Adjoins Rose Cottage. Entrance to open-plan living/dining room with modern fitted kitchen area, French doors to patio. Spacious double bedroom with four-poster bed, French doors to courtyard garden and en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower, toilet. Twin bedroom. Shower room and toilet. Exposed beams throughout.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Culmstock sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: This detached barn conversion enjoys lovely views over the surrounding countryside and the Blackdown Hills. The renowned Beacon with its outstanding views is just up behind the cottage, visible from the gardens. This idyllic peaceful spot boasts an enchanting holiday location within easy reach of Dartmoor, Exmoor, the Jurassic Coast and many NT. This is ideal rambling, cycling and riding country with excellent equestrian facilities nearby. The gastro pub, the Culm Valley Inn is in the village just half a mile walk, cycle ride or drive down the lane, and is renowned for its excellent food including many fresh fish dishes. In the summer, relax there by the river with a drink, or pay a visit to the superb cafe and shop in the heart of the village. Shops and pubs ¾ mile. Beamed living/dining room with electric ‘log-effect’ fire, kitchen and breakfast area, open-plan with bedroom area with double bed. Bathroom with roll-top bath, shower attachment and toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Marldon sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: In a tranquil village setting, 2 miles from the sandy beach at Paignton, Rose Cottage is one of two attractive single-storey cottages, imaginatively converted from former farm buildings, retain splendid original roof beams and stone walls. Adjacent to the owner’s home, around the same pretty courtyard garden with pond and fountain, they are attractively furnished in ‘New England’ style. The South Hams boasts the mildest climate in Britain. Paignton, 2 miles, has a small harbour, zoo and steam railway. Torquay, 4 miles, has sailing, tennis and sports centre and combines the exotic and the classically English; coloured lights festoon the harbour by night. It has many good sandy beaches, giving it an almost Mediterranean feel. Inland is medieval town of Totnes with castle and 16th-century buildings. From the quayside are boat trips down the beautiful River Dart to Dartmouth; the S. Devon Railway runs steam trains to Buckfastleigh. Within easy reach is the spectacular Dartmoor National Park. Shop/PO 700 yards, restaurant/pub1 mile (‘a la carte’ one 400 yards), supermarkets a short drive. Adjoins Mill Cottage. Entrance to open-plan living/dining room with modern fitted kitchen area and French doors to patio. Spacious double bedroom with four-poster bed, French doors to patio and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet. Twin bedroom. Shower room and toilet. Exposed beams throughout
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Cornwood sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: In an idyllic setting on the edge of Dartmoor National Park in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, this single-storey cottage has its own secure, south-facing garden and is surrounded by
20 acres of meadowland and oak woods, unchanged for 300 years. Attached to the owners’ home, it is very comfortably furnished and boasts stunning countryside views. Just 200 yards away is the River Yealm where fishing is available by arrangement with the owner. Sparkwell Wildlife Park 2 miles. Historic Plymouth with water sports and Aquarium 7 miles. Coast 15 miles. Shop and pub 3 miles. Cosy living room with ‘living-flame’ electric fire in stone fireplace. Farmhouse-style fitted kitchen/dining area with Rayburn and French doors to patio and garden. Two bedrooms; one double with canopied bed and one twin. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 3
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Lynton sleeps 3.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Easy Walking • Sleeps 3
Accommodation overview: Alta Lyn Barns are set in a glorious position with far reaching views out to the Bristol Channel, set high up in Lynton on an alpaca stud farm. These three properties are part of a conversion of barns and workshop which offers courses on arts and crafts on Tuesdays, alpaca experience and hand spinning and weaving, or visitors can use the studio for their own artwork. The holiday apartments have been fully restored with exposed beams and rafters. Set amongst some of the most glorious scenery to be found in Devon, plenty of footpaths and coastal walks can be taken from the apartments, which are on Exmoor National Park. Walk through the heather; look out for red deer, ponies and buzzards. Take a trip into Dunster, 10 miles, and visit the historic yarn market and castle. Minehead, with its sandy beach, is 18 miles. Take in all the small villages close by, such as Blue Anchor, Watchet and Old Cleave and the many National Trust properties waiting to be explored. Shops 1 mile, pub 100 yards.
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Dunchideock sleeps 2.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Detached • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Nestling peacefully amidst rolling countryside in the Haldon Hills, this detached holiday cottage offers an idyllic peaceful retreat for couples. Set within the grounds of the owner’s home with its own garden and spacious ground floor accommodation, it is a stunning property. It is superbly furnished with a romantic bedroom, ceramic tiled shower room, oak floors, beautiful granite top work surfaces and ceramic floor in the fully fitted kitchen. Ideally placed for shopping, theatre and sightseeing trips in the cathedral city of Exeter (4 miles), or for exploring the delights of Dartmoor National Park. NT properties nearby. Nature and cycle trails in Forestry Commission ½ mile, sandy beaches 9 miles. Shop/P.O. 3 miles, hotel bar and restaurant ¼ mile. Entrance with electric sun awning. Extremely comfortable beamed living room, dining area, well-equipped kitchen area with ceramic hob. Beamed double bedroom with 5ft four-poster bed. Shower room with toilet.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Chulmleigh sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Golf nearby • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Situated in the picturesque Taw Valley in North Devon, this large detached barn conversion offers a real retreat from the world. Set within its own grounds, the house is well furnished to cater for every occasion. The pretty hill top village of Chulmleigh is situated close by and has a range of shops, restaurants and a pub. The holiday property has lovely quiet surroundings, however it is well positioned to explore this beautiful part of Devon.
The popular market town of South Molton has a weekly farmers’ market and a variety of shops, antique and curio shops, pubs and restaurants. Barnstaple, 12 miles, additionally has a theatre, cinema and leisure activities, and places of interest including the Museum of North Devon, Pannier Market, 14th-century St Anne’s Chapel and 18th-century Queen Anne’s Walk. Other family attractions in the area include RHS gardens at Rosemoor, The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Kilarney Springs, Exmoor Zoo and Dinosaur Park.
Spectacular beaches at Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough, Woolacombe and Westward Ho! are all within easy driving distance. Horse riding is available locally at Chulmleigh and sailing, windsurfing and fishing can be enjoyed at Tamar Lakes and Wimbleball Lake, as well as Dartmoor and Exmoor National Parks. Golfers can enjoy a round at Chulmleigh Golf Course within 1 mile of the house and at others which are within 5 miles. There is some excellent game fishing available locally at the Fox and Hounds Hotel at Eggesford. Shops 1 mile, pub 2 miles. Spacious beamed living room with wood-burning stove and wooden floor. Beamed dining room/entrance hall with wooden floor. Spacious well-equipped kitchen with TV, oil Aga, electric cooker and wooden floor. Utility. Separate toilet. First floor: Double bedroom. Two twin bedrooms. Bathroom with separate shower cubicle and toilet. Second floor: Double bedroom with 5ft bed, dressing room and en-suite bathroom with shower attachment and toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £900 to £ 1299
Self catering accommodation in Ipplepen sleeps 4.
Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Easy Walking • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Outstanding variety...situated in beautiful rolling Devon countryside and offering easy access to the many beaches of South and East Devon and the untamed beauty of Dartmoor. With a heated indoor swimming pool and quality recreational facilities, Newhouse Barton has it all Whether seeking an active family holiday or a relaxing weekend to recharge the batteries, Newhouse Barton is the perfect location from which to explore the South Hams, the Dart Estuary and Dartmoor. Located midway between Totnes and Newton Abbott, this collection of sympathetically and carefully restored barns and farm cottages enjoy a superb range of on-site facilities including a Roman-style heated indoor swimming pool (no additional charge), a traffic-free and child-friendly setting with young children’s play area and a furnished games room with pool table, table tennis, table football and toys for younger guests. Nearby there is a range of quality restaurants and pubs serving an excellent range of food to suit all tastes and budgets. The surrounding area offers a beguiling mix of attractions to suit all tastes and ages. The seaside towns and villages from chic Salcombe to Torquay on the ‘English Riviera’, with its palm trees and sub-tropical plants, emanate a Mediterranean feel. Totnes is a 10-minute drive away, with a medieval castle and a thriving arts and crafts scene. Teignmouth is a traditional Victorian seaside resort with a nature reserve at Dawlish Warren, a hotspot for bird watching. Exeter has a world famous cathedral, quays and a shopping centre. For the more active, there’s surfing at Bigbury or visit Haldon Forest, with its cycle and nature trails and Go Ape! For the children, Torbay is easily reached, with Paignton Zoo and Living Coasts.
The wild beauty of Dartmoor is 20 minutes away with its abundance of wildlife and dramatic landscapes. Numerous National Trust properties are close by including Agatha Christie’s Greenway. Steam trains travel from Kingswear to Paignton and Totnes to Buckfastleigh. Visit historic Dartmouth with bustling boat harbour, castle, contemporary art galleries and boutiques. Salcombe with its beaches, sailing and watersports is also easily accessible, as well as Blackpool Sands, Slapton and picturesque Dittisham with its annual crab catching competition. Slightly further afield, East Cornwall and the Eden Project are within an hour’s drive, and the East Devon coast is easily accessible with its unique fishing port at Beer and beaches at Sidmouth and Branscombe. Local shops 1½ miles.
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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Lynmouth sleeps 10.
Features include: • Wheelchair access • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Detached • Easy Walking • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: Set in a spectacular location on the northern slopes of Exmoor National Park, a few hundred yards from the coast and with views of the Bristol Channel, Yenworthy Farm is situated in ‘Doone Country’, and actually appears in the novel itself. The gun which was supposedly used to repel the ‘Doones’ still hangs in the farmhouse to this day. The farm once had its own mill and the old water wheel can still be seen. Two traditional barns in the courtyard of the farm have been sympathetically converted to offer a very high standard of accommodation throughout.
Yenworthy is ideal for walkers - a rugged pathway leads from the farm down to a secluded beach and there is direct access to one of the most scenic sections of the South West Coast Path. There are 13 miles of footpaths to explore on the farm itself and it even has its own historic monument - an old Roman Fort at Old Burrow. A haven for wildlife, it has four Sites of Special Scientific Interest and rare species of butterflies and trees. The nearest sandy beach is Lee Abbey (5 miles) and there are excellent surfing beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton within easy driving distance. There are three pubs with restaurants within 3 miles and plenty of shops in Lynton and Lynmouth (4 miles), Polock (7 miles), Minehead (13 miles) and Barnstaple (21 miles), which also has a popular covered market. River fishing and grazing for horses are available by arrangement. Shops 4 miles.
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Sleeps 5
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in East Putford sleeps 5.
Features include: • Pool • Short Breaks • Easy Walking • Sleeps 5
Accommodation overview: A heated indoor swimming pool makes Briery Fields, nestled in the peaceful North Devon countryside, the perfect choice for a relaxing holiday with family or friends wishing to get away from it all. Set in the heart of an area of natural beauty, just 10 miles from the North Devon Coast. Adjacent to the owner’s home, this single-storey cottage enjoys large secluded gardens and a stunning indoor pool room with a lounge area and shower. Surfing, fishing, boat trips, riding, cycling and golf are available locally. The sandy Blue Flag beach at Westward Ho! is 10 miles. The Eden Project, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way Adventure Park are easily reached. Shops 5 miles, pubs 4 miles. Living/dining room with kitchen area. Double bedroom with 5ft bed and additional Z-bed (for +1). Twin bedroom with en-suite toilet. Shower room with double shower cubicle, toilet and tiled floor.
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Sleeps 11
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 11.
Features include: Hot Tub • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Games Room • Easy Walking • Garden • Sleeps 11
Accommodation overview: This lovely detached old farmhouse is set in glorious unspoilt Devonshire countryside where guests are free to walk the 87 acres of pastureland. Tastefully furnished and commanding superb views across the valley, the holiday home offers a peaceful and relaxing atmosphere from which to explore the area. Approached by a private road it has been carefully restored retaining lots of character and features exposed beams, inglenook fireplaces with electric ‘wood burners’, alcoves and curved walls. Full central heating assures visitors of all-year warmth. It overlooks its own enclosed garden, with patio, garden furniture, Wendy house, hot tub and special barbecue cabin with seating for all-weather use. A converted barn nearby is the farmhouse games room - heated and carpeted, it offers table tennis, 1/4-size snooker, table football and air hockey.
Just 2 miles away is the historic port and market town of Bideford, with its variety of shops, pubs and restaurants, and from where regular sailing trips to Lundy Island can be taken. The fishing villages of Appledore and Clovelly are close by and are well worth a visit, as are a host of other quaint little villages, each with its own unique character, charm and welcoming inn. The Tarka Trail offers walking and cycling along the estuary with cycle hire available. Within easy driving distance is Hartland, where the dramatic English Heritage coastline has been designated an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Tapley Park, Dartington Crystal, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way are all popular local family attractions. For surfers and beach lovers the sandy beaches are not to be missed. Westward Ho! (Blue Flag) can be reached in 15 minutes and many other attractive beaches are not far away. Fishing, sailing, horse riding and golf are available locally, and Exmoor National Park is within easy reach. Shops 2 miles, village pub serving food approximately 1 mile. Large entrance hall with alcove. Spacious beamed living room with electric ‘wood burner’ in inglenook fireplace. Spacious beamed dining room with old bread oven and electric ‘wood burner’ in inglenook fireplace. Well-equipped modern kitchen with separate larder room. Utility. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower cubicle. Cloakroom and toilet. First floor: Double bedroom with additional single bed (for +1), and twin bedroom, each with wash basin and interconnecting by door yet accessed by separate staircases. Further double bedroom with wash basin. Bunk bedroom with wash basin. Two shower rooms with toilet.
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