Holiday cottage in Bideford (3.1mls NW), Devon

Accommodation details

Escape to the country and enjoy a stay at this delightful cottage, located between Bideford and Great Torrington. Contemporary, characterful and with all the comforts of home, it has two bedrooms and a dog-friendly, enclosed garden. A pretty cottage garden leads to the front door of this rural retreat; step inside and you'll find a lounge with exposed beams and stone walls complementing its wood burner and colourful, contemporary furnishings.

There's a Smart TV for evening entertainment and desk space in one corner for anyone who needs to stay in touch with the outside world while here. A door leads on to the kitchen/diner, which has everything you could need for your self-catering stay alongside a pretty dining suite where you can linger over delicious home-cooked meals.

A door leads from this area to a small yard where there's an outside tap and hose ideal for washing off sandy paws and beach gear. Back inside, before the staircase is a ground floor bathroom which also houses a handy washer/dryer. On the first floor you'll find two bedrooms, each with a Smart TV; one has a king-size bed and an en-suite WC while the other has twin beds – perfect for adults or visiting children, who should be aged six or over.

Your living space extends into the rear garden, which is fully enclosed with both a patio and a large lawned area ideal for games. Garden furniture and loungers are provided, along with a charcoal BBQ. Holiday here and you're perfectly positioned to explore the North Devon coast and countryside.

Shop at the Bideford or Torrington pannier markets – each less than 5 miles from your doorstep – or enjoy a day at Westward Ho! (7 miles) where there 3 miles of sand and rock pools to explore; dogs are allowed year-round on the northern end of beach which is backed by the grassland of Northam Burrows Country Park.