Farm & Cottage Holidays

Alscott Barton The Granary

Bideford (4mls E), North Devon

3 stars

About the property

1 OF 2 PROPERTIES, OPEN FARMLAND, 1.5 ACRE LANDSCAPED GARDEN, TROUT LAKE, CHICKENS, DUCKS AND SHEEP

These comfortably furnished cottages at Alscott Barton are situated in a peaceful rural village affording spectacular countryside views and providing the perfect base for touring Devon's beautiful, rugged coastline and unspoilt countryside. Walks are in abundance with Dartmoor and Exmoor being just a 35 minute drive. Beach lovers will delight in the wide sandy beaches, the nearest being the Blue Flag beach at Westward Ho! There is a choice of tourist attractions within easy reach, including the renowned RHS Rosemoor gardens, The Milky Way, The Big Sheep and Dartington Crystal. There are numerous outdoor activities including golf, horse riding, surfing, canoeing as well as indoor pursuits to suit all ages and tastes.

Guests are welcome to wander over the open farmland and the 1.5 acre glorious landscaped garden with swings, pet paddock with rabbits, ducks and guinea pigs, leading onto a field with path to private trout lake kept well stocked for trout fishing with rods and flies available for hire. Large recreation barn with badminton, table tennis, swingball, footballs and trikes. Ample parking. Bed linen and all fuel costs included (October - March additional £20 per week for electric). Beach 4 miles, pub, restaurant 1 mile, shop and indoor pool 4 miles.

First floor single-storey cottage with access via external staircase. TWO bedrooms: 1 double with radio alarm and 1 2'6" bunk bedroom. The main bedroom overlooks the neighbour's farm where one or two cattle are sometimes housed. Shower room with WC. Comfortable L-shaped living/dining room with TV, Freeview and DVD. Fully-fitted kitchen area with electric cooker, microwave and fridge. Private small front lawn with garden furniture. Regret no pets.

The other property at Alscott Barton is ASTAB

At a glance

  • Property code: AGRAN
  • Bedrooms: 2
  • Sleeps: 4
  • Dogs allowed: No
  • Changeover day: Saturday
  • Price band: E
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available

Features

  • Working farm
  • Games / Play facilities
  • Pub nearby
  • Beach within easy reach
  • Fishing onsite / nearby

Availability & book

Dates Price Select
20 Mar 2010
for 7 nights
£235
27 Mar 2010
for 7 nights
£299