Upcott House, Ashford, Barnstaple, North Devon

Upcott House, Ashford, Barnstaple, North Devon

Upcott House, a grand Grade II listed Regency manor, offers a unique blend of historical charm and modern comfort. Steeped in history, the house and grounds are full of surprises, from the intriguing 'air raid warden's office' to the striking ancient tree skeletons, each revealing a glimpse into the estate's captivating past and family heritage. The estate features two holiday cottages and four unique apartments, all arranged around a traditional courtyard.

Upcott Cottage, which sleeps 4 plus an infant, has been beautifully restored, preserving its original character while offering modern amenities. The cottage includes a double bedroom and a twin room, a bathroom with a W.C. and electric shower, a cosy living room with a 40-inch digital TV, and a newly fitted kitchen/dining area equipped with an electric cooker, fridge/freezer, and microwave. Guests can relax on the private patio with outdoor furniture and a barbecue, enjoying stunning views from every room. Up to two dogs are welcome.

Tracy, a spacious one-bedroom apartment on the first floor, sleeps 4. This light and airy apartment accommodates two adults, with space for two folding beds for young children and a cot, making it ideal for families. It includes a double bedroom, bathroom with shower, and free broadband Wi-Fi. Guests can enjoy spectacular estuary views, and up to two dogs are welcome. A child’s cot and highchair are provided.

Grenville is a large two-storey apartment, perfect for family gatherings, sleeping up to 8 guests. The apartment includes a spacious lounge/diner with a fireplace, French doors leading to a sunroom with patio furniture, and three bedrooms—two with double beds and one with twin beds. Additional beds can be added if needed, and a child’s cot is also available. The apartment has a bathroom with a shower and W.C., along with an additional W.C. downstairs for convenience.

Fortescue is a bright and airy two-bedroom apartment, also on the first floor, which sleeps 4-6 guests. The apartment features large windows with countryside views, a double bedroom, and a twin room. The lounge can accommodate a 4ft folding bed for extra guests, and a child’s cot is available. This makes Fortescue a great choice for families seeking a comfortable and scenic retreat.

Courtney, another two-storey apartment, sleeps 8 guests. It features three bedrooms, two with double beds and one with twin beds, with the option to add extra beds if required. The rooms are spacious and comfortably furnished, offering lovely views over the garden. A child’s cot is also available, making Courtney ideal for families or larger groups looking for a relaxing getaway.

Carriage House is a charming conversion of a historic carriage building, set within a traditional Devon cobbled courtyard. It accommodates 4 guests, with one double bedroom, two single beds, and a bathroom with a shower. The apartment also includes a 32-inch Smart TV and free broadband Wi-Fi. A child’s cot and highchair are available, and up to two dogs are welcome, making Carriage House a perfect retreat for small families or couples with pets.

The estate’s key feature is the fully enclosed, heated swimming pool, which measures 45 feet by 15 feet. It is complemented by a patio and seating area for relaxation. Guests can also make use of a designated barbecue area and a large grassy children’s play area, which includes a portable badminton net and a 14-foot trampoline with safety netting. The estate offers ample space to explore, with gardens, woodlands, and fields open for walks, though dogs must be kept on a lead. Inside the main house, there is a cosy, fully licensed residents' bar and a traditional snooker room with a full-size table. Free-range eggs from the estate are available for purchase.

For those seeking adventure, the area surrounding Upcott House offers plenty of opportunities for walking, cycling, surfing, wildlife watching, and exploring nearby historic sites, making it the perfect destination for a peaceful yet engaging getaway.

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Stable Cottage, Heasly Mill, South Molton, North Devon, Exmoor National Park

Stable Cottage, Heasly Mill, South Molton, North Devon, Exmoor National Park

Nestled within the pastoral beauty of Stitchpool Farm, Stable Cottage stands as a haven of tranquillity, providing an intimate escape on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park in North Devon. This exceptional holiday retreat, converted from a 130-year-old Grade II listed building, offers not just accommodation but an immersive experience into the workings of a 160-acre sheep and beef farm.

**Accessible Accommodation:**

Designed with inclusivity in mind, Stable Cottage ensures comfort for all guests. The accommodation features wide access doors and emergency cords, offering three bedrooms, each equipped with tea and coffee making facilities and a TV. Upstairs, discover 1 double and 1 twin room, complemented by a family bathroom with a Jacuzzi bath, shower, and WC. On the ground floor, a double room with an accessible en suite wet room provides convenience with handrails, a seat, WC, raised seat, and pull bar.

The open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner on the ground floor fosters social holiday living, complete with a TV with DVD and a basic Sky package, as well as a stereo for added entertainment. The thoughtfully designed kitchen features a hob, oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, and a washer-dryer, all with wheelchair-accessible spaces underneath. Step onto the covered decked veranda to find a hot tub seating four and a built-in BBQ, perfect for relaxation. Outside, a private patio area with table and chairs awaits.

**Delight in the Local Area:**

Stitchpool Livery Yard, situated on the edge of Exmoor National Park, offers access to the unspoiled countryside of tranquil moorland, winding rivers, and breathtaking coastlines. Whether exploring quaint villages, attractive towns, charming harbours, or enjoying horse riding on quiet lanes and bridleways, there's something for everyone. A short distance away lies the former copper and gold mining village of North Molton, featuring a shop, two pubs, and the hamlet of Heasley Mill.

Stable Cottage, a perfect location for a short break or holiday, opens the door to a world of accessibility and natural beauty on the southern fringes of Exmoor National Park.

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Eggesford Barton, Eggesford, Chulmleigh, Devon (Sleeps 10-30)

Eggesford Barton is a unique, Grade 2 listed house in the heart of Devon with the North Devon beaches, Exmoor and Dartmoor only 45 minutes drive away. The house was once the main farm for the Earls of Portsmouth’s Eggesford estate and has been converted and renovated to Grade 4 standard within the constraints of a Grade 2 listing (the house is over 300 years old) and offers masses of charm and character.

Accommodation

Each room is stylishly furnished and comfortable and our guests often comment that they are very large. The house is surrounded by beautiful countryside and forest and is on the Tarka Trail which runs through North Devon and is very popular with walkers.

Guests may book exclusive use of Eggesford Barton House, which accommodates up to 30 people. Many of our guests stay for a long weekend or a week with their extended families or friends to celebrate a special occasion. If you would like the help of outside caterers we can arrange this, a little notice is required to avoid disappointment.

For our guests with children, there is an enclosed outdoor play area and 30 acres to run around in. There is also an indoor games room with Nintendo Wii, table tennis and pool table.

Visiting Eggesford & Exploring Devon

We welcome dogs and the nearby walks in the surrounding area and Eggesford Forest are quite beautiful. For keen fishermen, the River Taw, renowned for its Salmon and Trout fishing is 10 minutes’ walk away and guests are welcome to try their luck free of charge'

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High Park House, Littleham, Bideford, North Devon (Sleeps 1-16)

High Park House in Littleham offers luxurious self catering accommodation. Based near Bideford in gorgeous North Devon, we are perfect for an idyllic holiday.

Accommodation

Our wonderful house is based in a glorious setting, great for family or group getaway. The house sleeps up to 16 people in 7 bedrooms, including 5 en suite bedrooms. In total, there are 6 bathrooms and a downstairs cloak room toilet.

Inside there are two living rooms, each with toasty wood burners and smart TVs. Cook up a storm in the fully-equipped kitchen that comes with a breakfast bar, electric cooker, electric Range, microwave, fridge, wine cooler, dishwasher and coffee machine. A games room also comes with a pool table.

Bedrooms consist of 1 Eastern super king (2mx2m), 4 super kings (2mx1.8m), 2 doubles (1.4mx1.8m) and 4 singles (1mx1.8m). All the rooms come with en suite facilities.

Outside there is a large private south facing garden with both a gas and charcoal BBQ as well as a terrace and picnic tables. There is a shared swimming pool and hot tub.

Visiting Littleham & Exploring Devon

Bideford is a lovely town to explore and you can also walk along the southwest coastal path, plus the Tarka Trail, both great for admiring the natural landscape. Fishing is available nearby at Jennetts Reservoir. Great attractions to visit include:

The Big Sheep.

Exmoor National Park.

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre.

Tapeley Park.

Westward Ho! Beach.

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Corffe House & Holiday Cottages, Tawstock, Barnstaple, North Devon (Sleeps 1-22)

Corffe House & Holiday Cottages are in a beautiful part of North Devon, at Tawstock near Barnstaple. Our holiday homes have been tastefully decorated and furnished throughout, ensuring a comfortable and enjoyable stay is had by all. We have a collection of self catering cottages and a holiday house, which can be hired individually or collectively to accommodate a varying number of group sizes.

About Corffe House & Holiday Cottages

We aim to provide a place where the whole family can rest, relax and recuperate. There are numerous facilities onsite, which all guests have access too. This includes:

Heated indoor swimming pool with a toddler paddling pool.

Hot tub.

5 acres of grounds to explore.

Play area with climbing frame, swings and sensory equipment.

Hidden fort.

Grassy area beyond the woodland for football games.

Woodland area.

Tennis court.

All-weather BBQ cabin.

Alfresco entertaining area.

Mini library telephone box.

Laundry.

Everyone is welcome at Corffe, so whether you are a couple, friends, family or group, we look forward to welcoming you. Choose from one of the following holiday homes and book a break away to North Devon, away from the stresses of modern-day living.

Corner Cottage: Sleeps up to 4 people, with an additional child’s day bed available if required. Dog friendly.

Number One Corffe Cottages: A spacious reverse level cottage suitable for larger groups. It sleeps up to 8 people in a double, family and twin room. The large open plan living space is perfect for hosting get togethers.

Number Two Corffe Cottages: Ideal for couples or families, as there is a double bedroom and a bunk room. The cottage has been tastefully decorated throughout including everything you need for an enjoyable break away.

Number Three Corffe Cottages: Sleeps up to 6 people and is an ideal holiday home for families. The master bedroom has an adjoining twin room, whilst the second bedroom has a double bed. The open plan living space is a great place to relax with the family.

Number Four & Five Corffe Cottages: Sleeping four people in two bedrooms this reverse level cottage with south-facing roof terrace is ideal for couples and families. These cottages have their own south-facing roof terrace.

Number Six Corffe Cottages: One of the larger cottages, this holiday home can accommodate up to 10 people. There are 2 double bedrooms, 2 bunk rooms and a twin room.

Number Seven Corffe Cottages: Sleeping three people in two bedrooms this cosy cottage is ideal for couples or a small family.

Number Eight Corffe Cottages: Number Eight Corffe Cottages offers reverse level accommodation and is perfect for couples and families.

Corffe House: Magnificent 9 bedroom Georgian rectory enjoying delightful rural views. Perfectly restored the property sleeps 18-22 in nine bedrooms and offers all the mod cons and facilities required for relaxing family gatherings and group celebrations. The house also has the additional luxury of a cinema room with a pool table.

Visiting Tawstock & Exploring North Devon

As you leave the main road and drive down the leafy country lane to find your cottage you will be taken aback by the beautiful views of the rolling Devon countryside that surrounds you. Whatever the season you will be greeted by the sights and sounds of nature, be that bluebells in the hedgerow and lambs in the field or bright berries and rustling leaves.

Corffe offers the beauty of a rural retreat but within minutes, should you wish, you will find yourself back in the bustling market town of Barnstaple where you can pick up your holiday essentials and more. If stunning beaches and entertaining attractions are what you are after then Corffe is perfectly positioned to allow you to head North to the likes of Woolacombe, Croyde and Saunton or West to Instow and Westward Ho!

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Torridge House Cottages, Little Torrington, Bideford, North Devon (Sleeps 1-8)

Torridge House Cottages are nestled in the peaceful Devonshire countryside in the small village of Little Torrington. These charming self catering holiday cottages benefit from unspoilt panoramic views of wooded valleys, rolling hills and distant farms, making this the ideal family location for a truly relaxing holiday in the beautiful South West.

About Lin and Hay Cottages

Lin Cottage sleeps up to 4 and has a cosy living room with TV and DVD player. The cottage is heated via fully controlled central heating to ensure the cottage stays warm and cosy even when the weather outside may differ! Downstairs, there is a well-appointed kitchen with a small dining table and fridge, plus everything else needed to ensure a comfortable and relaxing stay. There are two bedrooms – one with a double bed plus hand basin and the second bedroom is a twin room. The bath/shower room is located downstairs.

Hay Cottage is a mirror image of Lin Cottage. It also sleeps up to 4 in two bedrooms; one with a double bed plus hand basin, and twin bedded room. The bath/shower room is located on the ground floor as well as the living room which has a TV, DVD player and has fully controlled central heating throughout. Downstairs, the kitchen has a small dining table, fridge etc. The cottage has Wi-Fi access.

Duck Cottage

This barn conversion can sleep 8 people in 2 king size bedrooms and 2 twins. There is a farmhouse style kitchen/diner and living room with a wood burner. The living area boasts stunning countryside views.

Hen Cottage

This garden cottage can sleep 6 in a king size en suite and 2 twins. The living space is open plan and well equipped. The cottage enjoys glorious wood valley and pastoral views.

Stag Cottage

This spacious property can sleep 4 in a king size and twin room.

Tithe Cottage

Tithe Cottage is south facing with wonderful views. It can sleep 6/7 in a king size, twin and double with a toddler bed. A cosy lounge/dining room has French doors that open onto the garden. Cook up a storm in the fully-equipped kitchen/breakfast room.

Barn Cottage

Barn has great views and a southerly aspect. It can sleep 4 in a king and twin room. Both rooms share a bathroom. A gorgeous south facing lounge has French doors which open onto the gardens.

Drawing Room Cottage

This spacious accommodation is in the east wing of the rectory. Entered from the gardens this sought after cottage has lots of lawn just outside, ideal for relaxing, play and BBQs. it can sleep 5/6 king 4-poster, a double bed and two 3’ foot single beds. A focal point is the magnificent drawing room which has a tall ceiling adorned with plaster covings, a marble fireplace and chandelier lighting.

Courtyard Cottage

Our delightful cottage sleeps 6 in a king room and 2 twin rooms. The rooms share a bathroom. A lovely oak beamed living room is bursting with character and the kitchen is fully-equipped for home cooking.

Onsite Facilities

Guests are welcome to use the onsite heated swimming pool with baby pool. The pool is open from end May to mid of September (weather permitting). Within the gardens and grounds, there is also a grass ball play area, lots of space to play or relax in the gardens, a games room with table tennis and pool, junior air hockey and table football, a playroom with indoor sandpit and home area plus a selection of push along with toys etc.

Visiting Little Torrington & Exploring North Devon

We are on the edge of the tiny village of Little Torrington. Our gardens and cottages are mostly surrounded by fields and private woodland to which there is no public access. The grounds and gardens around the cottages are therefore very private. Little Torrington is a tiny village with some houses, a church and a village hall. It is 8 miles south of Bideford, 20 minutes from the beaches of Westward Ho! and Instow as well as being some 30 minutes from Dartmoor. The historic town of Great Torrington is two miles away. Superb attractions to visit include:

The BIG Sheep.

Bideford Railway Heritage Centre.

Westward Ho! Beach.

RHS Garden Rosemoor.

Hartland Abbey.

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Westland Farm, Kentisbury, Barnstaple, Devon (Sleeps 1-6)

Westland is a small working farm, 5 miles from the coast, in North Devon, on the edge of Exmoor National Park. Enjoy a unique opportunity to escape the stress and strains of everyday life. We look forward to helping you relax and refresh during your holiday in the stunning, unspoilt surroundings of the countryside.

Mongolian Yurt:

Walk over the handmade oak bridge to the yurt, which is set privately at the bottom of the farm in our 3 acre field. Enjoy the lovely views of the surrounding North Devon countryside. Children can have fun running around the field and playing the stream.

The yurt is a great place for couples and families to relax and unwind, to enjoy the peace and tranquillity of country life. Enjoy a dip in the hot tub and look out for shooting stars, we are on the edge of the Exmoor dark sky reserve. On a clear night, the view of the stars is amazing!

Lit with candles and lamps and heated by a wood burning stove, the yurt has a double bed, a single and a 4ft futon. All bedding is supplied, you just need to bring towels (a torch and wellies are also a good idea.) Although let for four the yurt can sleep more comfortably. Extras are charged at a small fee per person per night.

During your stay, you will have exclusive access to your own wood fired hot tub and sauna. Sit back and unwind to enjoy the hot tub with a view, a great experience rain or shine.

Finish your evening drying off in the sauna and enjoy a glass of wine. The glass is tinted on the outside for privacy, however you can still enjoy the sight of the livestock grazing in the surrounding fields.

Use the fire pit to cook up your favourite BBQ treats, or sit around the fire to share stories whilst cooking marshmallows.

The Yurt has a private bathroom with a flushing loo and a hot shower. Kitchen bothy with everything you need to cook your meals, including pots, pans, cutlery, crockery and a gas hob. There is also a small Belfast sink for washing up.

Thinking of having a party, reunion or family get together? You can hire the yurt and the whole field and facilities for your party for a very reasonable price.

Shepherds Hut:

Our handmade shepherd's hut is ideal for an unforgettable break in the countryside. The views from the stable door toward Wistlandpound Reservoir are truly breath-taking.

Outside the hut you will have your own fenced garden with a private fire pit, picnic bench and hot tub.

Inside there is a comfortable king-size bed and a child’s bunk above the memory foam mattresses. The kitchen area comes with a range of appliances: a Belfast sink with hot and cold running water, double gas hob, pretty china crockery, kitchen and cooking utensils.

Stay warm and toasty in front of the wood burning stove, sit outside and enjoy seeing the livestock grazing in the surrounding fields, or relax in the hot tub with a glass of wine.

Drovers Hut:

This ex-army ammunitions trailer has been beautifully renovated to offer luxurious accommodation. The hut sleeps up to 5 people in a king size bed, single bunks and a trestle bed with pull out from under the main king size bed. All beds have memory foam mattresses. The superb country kitchen has a Belfast sink, solid oak worktop, dresser top, two-burner gas hob, a table and benches and a wonderful wood burning range stove with oven and hobs.

The drovers hut is set in a lovely peaceful corner of the field, with a decking area which has two gates to secure it for dogs or children. You will have your own outdoor seating, outdoor seating and private wood fired hot tub. Adjacent to the hut you will have your own bathroom with a toilet and shower.

There is access, via a style to a wild garden with the stream running through it. Perfect for, just sitting quietly with nature, exploring, bear hunts or searching for fairies!

Visiting Kentisbury & exploring Devon:

We are a geocaching hot spot and you can visit a range of excellent attractions in the local area. Wistlandpound Reservoir has been carefully developed into a countryside site with wheelchair and pushchair accessible trails, activity equipment and sensory-stimulating interpretation facilities. These enable people of all abilities to discover and enjoy Wistlandpound.

There are a variety of attractions in the local area, such as:

Exmoor zoo

The Big Sheep

Arlington Court

South West Coastal Path

Woody Bay

Youlston Park

Combe Martin Wildlife and Animal Park

North Devon Wake Park

There are many beaches within easy reach from the farm. Some are brilliant for long walks, some are dog friendly, some have great surf, others have great rock pools, and some are rather secret and difficult to find, which are great for those who love exploring.

There are many good pubs around the area that serve lovely, locally produced food. We advise that you pre book your table to avoid disappointment.

We have a small supply of home produced burgers, sausages, steaks, chops and bacon for sale. All our beef and lamb is grass fed. Our beef, pork and lamb have a total of 10 food miles.

All of our accommodation has its own private hot tub, to enjoy and evening under the stars, a great way to relax and unwind. We look forward to welcoming you to our farm, for a well earnt break and tranquillity of country life.

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