CLOSE TO ROYAL NORTH DEVON GOLF CLUB & HISTORIC SEA PORT OF BIDEFORD
Set in the heart of the village, this renovated house is a secluded holiday retreat suiting small groups of couples or families alike. The Old Posting House circa 1600 offers space and comfort as well as extremely well equipped and stylish accommodation and from upstairs glimpses of the estuary and Saunton Sands beyond. Plenty to see and do and within walking distance of the village with post office, pubs and shops, and a 15 minute walk to the sands at the burrows at Westward Ho! The interesting and historical fishing village of Appledore is only a 5 minutes drive and over the estuary from here is the village of Instow where you can watch the many yachts sail by or partake in one of the water sports. For the less energetic relax in the traditional walled cottage garden with 2 patios and enjoy the peace and quiet of this unique property. Ideally situated for all North Devon's attractions including many National Trust properties and Gardens. The owners regret there is no cot or highchair available at this property. This charming house offers FOUR bedrooms, 3 of which are situated off the main upstairs corridor: super king-size double (can be a twin if preferred), with a full en-suite bathroom with bath, shower over and heated towel rail, 1 further king-size double with handbasin, and 1 twin with handbasin. Main bathroom with bath and shower over, handbasin, WC and heated towel rail. Through small swing doors off the upstairs landing there is an annexe with 1 twin room with separate bathroom with shower attachment, handbasin and WC. Utility cupboard with washer/dryer. Downstairs there is an entrance porch, leading into spacious dining room with attractive beamed ceiling and old terracotta tiled floor, ship's beam feature staircase and large inglenook fireplace with living-flame gas fire. French doors to the sun lounge enclosing a 75 year old grapevine and door out onto lower patio. Separate WC. Lounge with Dorset sandstone fireplace with living-flame gas fire, French doors leading out onto lower patio, TV and video. Connecting door to cosy snug/bar with old stone fireplace and living-flame gas fire, TV, DVD, video and access to attractive enclosed rear courtyard. New kitchen extensively fitted with 5 ring gas hob and electric oven. Washer/dryer, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and many thoughtful extras. Across the courtyard is a short flight of steps leading to a first floor activity room/artist studio (young children would need to be supervised). At the rear of the courtyard there is undercover parking for 2 mid-sized cars. Bed linen, electric and full gas central heating included. Towels available for hire. Regret no cot or highchair available, however please feel free to bring a travel cot with you. 1 small dog welcome. Request no smoking. Beach 1 mile, indoor swimming pool, pubs and restaurant in village, sea/river fishing and horse riding nearby. Arrival time is 3pm. |