Situated in a tucked away position in the village of Bickington, this characterful Grade II-listed cottage is the ideal place to enjoy a family holiday. With traditional wooden beams, a warming wood burner as well as a manicured lawn with a summer house, there’s a little something for everyone at this pet-friendly holiday home.
The open-plan living/dining room has a three-seater sofa and two comfortable armchairs which surround a wood burner in an inglenook fireplace, adding character and warmth during the winter months. Reflecting the character and age of the property, a steep staircase leads to the double, twin and single rooms, which are all served by the family bathroom. A small galley-style kitchen is well equipped and has views up over the garden. There is a washing machine and freezer in the brick garden outbuilding adjacent to the back door and a handy outside hanging space for wetsuits in the undercover porch area. Steps lead up to the large, enclosed garden with a patio area, picnic bench and a good-sized lawned area, ideal for children’s play. An attractive summer house gives a nice relaxing space to enjoy a glass of wine after a busy day.
Located off the main road, this property is still only approximately 400 metres from the local pub, shop/post office and bus stop which is just at the end of the lane. The busy market town of Barnstaple is just 2 miles away and has a theatre, a cinema, a good range of restaurants and shops, and the famous pannier market. Many delightful walks can be enjoyed from the property, or 4 miles away, you’ll find the seaside village of Instow with its dog-friendly beach, pubs and restaurants. For those wishing to travel further afield, you will find many other attractions including the beach at Westward Ho!, the Big Sheep family attraction (both within 10 miles) and the Milky Way Adventure Park (17 miles). The nearby scenic and car-free Tarka Trail provides a safe, level and easy cycle route (bicycles available to hire locally). Stop off for delicious refreshments at the popular Fremington Quay café (1.5 miles). The wide surfing beaches of Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are across the river and all 14 miles, as are the glorious high moors, deep valleys, hills and woodlands of Exmoor National Park.