For a holiday of big skies, rolling waves and rugged beauty, stay at this striking home near Hartland (2 miles) in North Devon. The six-bedroom home is just 1.5 miles from the South West Coast Path, making it excellent for walkers or a large family group who love the great outdoors. Enjoy local striking sites like Hartland Quay (2.5 miles), which draws visitors with its dramatic rock formations and a beach revealed at low tide, and Hartland Point (3 miles) and its lighthouse – these mark the meeting point of the Bristol Channel and the Atlantic Ocean.
The house is cleverly designed with an upside-down layout to make the most of those far-reaching coastal views. On arrival, leave your coats and shoes in the spacious hallway, which sits alongside a utility area, before heading upstairs via an impressive staircase. At the top is a cosy reading nook, a king-size bedroom with an en-suite bathroom featuring a bath and separate shower, and a stunning open-plan living space with lounge, kitchen and dining areas. Your group can gather around the island for coffee and sit down to sociable meals at the dining table. After food, unwind together on the plush seating while soaking in the ocean views. Downstairs are five additional bedrooms – three with en-suite shower rooms – plus a family bathroom. You’ll even have a dedicated yoga studio with direct access, which is a lovely spot for morning stretching or meditation. Outside, relax on the front patio terrace, which has seating and a private hot tub for indulgent soaks. There’s also an enclosed rear garden with a lawn, a decking area for sunbathing, and a separate wild garden where barefoot wandering comes highly recommended. You’ll have parking for five vehicles.
Beyond the property, walk to Speke’s Mill Mouth (4 miles) to see a waterfall cascading onto the shore, or head to Bucks Mills Beach (9 miles) for family-friendly rock pooling. The village of Hartland has traditional shops and pubs, while the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly (6 miles) enchants with its steep cobbled streets and harbour views. For a fun-filled day out, The Milky Way Adventure Park (16 miles) delivers rides and all-weather attractions. Beaches at Bude and Crooklets Beach (20–22 miles) are perfect for a classic seaside day.