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Hildrew Farm Carthorse Cottage

Barnstaple (4mls N), North Devon

5 stars

About the property

PERFECT FOR COUPLES LOOKING FOR A ROMANTIC BREAK WHO WANT EXTRA SPACE AND THE LUXURY OF A WHIRLPOOL BATH

1 OF 3 PROPERTIES, 80 ACRES, HORSES, DUCKS, ANIMAL AREA, CHILDREN'S PLAY AREA SWINGS, SLIDE AND TRAMPOLINE, PICNIC AREA , USE OF GAMES BARN, WI-FI

These beautiful, converted barns are set in a quiet location close to the owner's 16th century thatched farmhouse, yet only a short distance to the many leisure facilities, family attractions and huge selection of bars, restaurants, cafes and pubs in the regional centre of Barnstaple. The glorious sandy beach of Westward Ho! is just a 15 minute drive. The surfing paradise of Croyde, Woolacombe and Saunton are just a little further being about an hours drive. The farm is surrounded by farmland which visitors are welcome to walk and explore. There are a number of circular walks direct from the property which takes in the excellent Hunters Inn at the nearby village of Newton Tracey, being less than 4 miles away and serving good food, it is an ideal way to build up your appetite. Alternatively why not just sit and relax on your own private patio and enjoy the peace and tranquillity. All in all, an ideal holiday location.

The barns have been transformed from former farm buildings with great care and attention paid to ensure the highest specification, character features such as beams and stonework have been exposed. Farm activities: come and see the horses, ducks, rabbits, chickens and cats. Visitors are also welcome to feed the ducks or see the owner's horses by arrangement. Games barn: heated with pool table, table football, table ice hockey and small ball pit. Play facilities: communal swings, slide and trampoline. Outside: there is a large communal lawn area which visitors are encouraged to use and is ideal for ball games. Picnic area. Amenities: all of the properties have ample parking close to the barns. Stairgates are available on request. Bed linen, electric, central heating and wi-fi included. Towels for hire. 1 dog welcome. Location: beach 12 miles, pubs 2.5 miles, Barnstaple town 4 miles.

Carthorse Cottage is a split-level barn conversion and offers THREE bedrooms: on the ground floor and down a few steps is 1 master king-size, with TV and en-suite with whirlpool corner bath with shower over and WC, up a few steps from the living area you will find 1 twin and 1 single bedroom. Bathroom: family size with bath, shower over and WC up a few steps from the living area. Lounge/kitchen/diner: with gas woodburner, TV/ DVD, a slection of DVDs, hi-fi and Wii games console with games. Well-equipped kitchen with electric cooker, hob and hood, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher and many useful extras. Utility room: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside: private patio area with garden furniture and BBQ.

HDCAR and HDCRO can be combined to sleep 13 + cot + highchair

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At a glance

  • Property code: HDCAR
  • Bedrooms: 3
  • Sleeps: 5
  • Dogs allowed: Yes (1)
  • Changeover day: Saturday
  • Price band: P
  • Towels for hire
  • Cot available
  • Highchair available

Features

  • Internet access
  • Games / Play facilities

Availability & book

Dates Price Select
26 May 2012
for 7 nights
BOOKED
02 Jun 2012
for 7 nights
BOOKED
09 Jun 2012
for 7 nights
BOOKED
16 Jun 2012
for 7 nights
BOOKED