Bideford

INSPIRATIONAL COASTAL SETTING WING OF 17th CENTURY FORTIFIED FARMHOUSE.

Full list of facilities at this property...

• Enclosed Garden
• Working Farm
• Games / Play Facilities
• Beach Within 5 Miles
• Towels Included
• Travel Cot
• Highchair
• Family Holidays

This delightful 17th century farmhouse wing offers a stunning rural retreat in the heart of a Designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and set in a spectacular cliff-top location with breathtaking views across rolling countryside towards the Atlantic Ocean and Lundy Island. The property is within 2.5 mile from the village of Hartland, originally a Georgian market town where you will find Hartland Point and Quay and a selection of shops, Post Office, craft shops and pubs.
The character farmhouse was built in 1627 and is listed in the Doomsday Book. Guests are encouraged to explore the farm and enjoy the wonderful walks particularly in the cliff meadows 2 minutes from the house which are SSSI graded (Site of Special Scientific Interest) great for bird watching and wildlife enthusiasts. Easily accessible from the house is the coast path winding along high cliffs to unspoilt rocky coves and sandy beaches. If you can tear yourself away from the activities and beautiful location, the wide, sandy beaches and amenities around Bude or Bideford are within a 20 minute drive and are perfect for those that enjoy sunbathing or surfing. There is also Clovelly which is well worth a visit, with its steep, stepped, cobbled streets leading down to a pretty harbour. Visit a wealth of nearby family attractions including The Big Sheep and The Milky Way to name a few. At the end of the day, you can relax in the shared lawn garden and watch the sunset or sit in the private courtyard which is perfect for alfresco dining and enjoy the peace and tranquillity.
Farm activities: on site, meet the resident ponies and donkey, feed the chickens, feed the ducks by their fenced wildlife pond and enjoy the butterfly garden and seating area. Guests are welcome to observe various farming activities throughout the year including calves to feed, lambing from January to May, harvesting in August and September. Play facilities: enclosed play area for children with football area, swings, climbing frame, slide and trampoline (children to be supervised).
The accommodation offers FOUR bedrooms: 1 large double with washbasin, 1 further king-size double with washbasin, 1 twin and 1 single. All bedrooms have countryside views.
Bathroom: with heated towel rail. Separate WC. Shower room with heated towel rail and WC. Large landing with library. Downstairs there is a large entrance hall with plenty of space for coats and boots.
Lounge: spacious and comfortable with TV, DVD, Freeview and woodburner effect electric fire. Kitchen: traditional farmhouse style with 8 place table which is wonderful for family meals, Range-style electric cooker with ceramic hob, dishwasher, microwave, washing machine and fridge / freezer.
Outside: enclosed courtyard garden area and garden furniture. Further lawn garden.
Amenities: ample parking. Bed linen, towels, electric and night storage heating included. Private water supply. Maximum of 2 dogs strictly by arrangement. Dogs allowed in large hallway and kitchen. No smoking inside the property. Baby rucksack available, baby alarm, stairgate, booster seats, 2 travel cots and 2 highchairs included.
Additional info: Tesco, Sainsbury & Waitrose on line delivery accepted.
Location: beach under 1 mile within walking distance, shops and pubs 2.5 miles. Arrival: 3pm.