Pet friendly holiday cottage, sleeps 4 - Barnstaple (4.7miles NW), Devon

Dating back to the 17th century, this quaint cottage makes a lovely holiday retreat for couples and families seeking a secluded spot in the heart of the North Devon countryside. Providing relaxing accommodation for up to four guests, this historic and characterful property has been tastefully updated and stylishly decorated while retaining original features including a warming wood burner, exposed wooden beams and a thatched roof. Perfect for keen walkers, cyclists and nature lovers the cottage is within easy reach of both the North Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and Exmoor National Park.

Entering this picturesque cottage, the inviting lounge features plenty of seating, a Smart TV and a wood burner set in a stone fireplace, providing a relaxing space for everyone to snuggle up, chat about the day or watch a movie. The fully equipped kitchen/diner is perfect for preparing and sharing all your favourite meals. Separate staircases lead upstairs where there’s an invigorating family bathroom and a choice of two cosy king-size bedrooms, one of which can be made up as a twin room on request.

Outside, the enclosed cottage garden has flowers and shrubs, with patio furniture and a hammock, making this a great spot for stargazing or dining alfresco. The cottage makes a fantastic base for exploring both the North Devon coast and countryside with the route of the Tarka Trail passing nearby. There are numerous villages to explore, or you could head to bustling towns including Barnstaple (6.5 miles) and Bideford (14 miles), which have plenty of friendly restaurants, shops and pubs.

Nearby beaches include those at Westward Ho! (15 miles) and Saunton Sands (13.5 miles), with other local attractions including The BIG Sheep, Exmoor Zoo and Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park (all within 16 miles).