Barn in North Cornwall

About this property

This light and airy character cottage is located close to the border of Devon and Cornwall, making it the perfect base to explore these two beautiful counties. Those who enjoy the great outdoors will be very happy here, as you can leave the property on foot and enjoy several miles of woodland and riverside walks in the surrounding area and down to the coast at Marsland Mouth. Just three miles away is a 13th Century pub, The Bush Inn, which is known for its local produce and ales. The town of Bude is a short drive away and offers several beaches, a range of restaurants, cafes, and bars, as well as a mini golf course and a lovely tidal pool, which means there is always safe bathing, whatever the conditions out at sea. This attractive cottage is deceptively spacious yet has a cosy, homely feel with many period features and the welcoming owners will greet you with a delicious cream tea on arrival. The front door opens straight into the lounge, where guests will immediately notice the original inglenook fireplace which now houses the wood burner; complimentary baskets of firewood are supplied so you can really make the most of the warmth it offers. Comfortable sofas here mean that guests can relax and enjoy the smart TV and DVD, for which there is a range of DVDs to choose from. The dining area is located just off the lounge and from here the separate bespoke, country style kitchen is accessed by three uneven steps up. The kitchen has a beamed ceiling and is well equipped with a farmhouse style breakfast table, range oven with hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. The property s two bedrooms are located on the first floor via stairs from the lounge. The first, a double, benefits from an en suite shower room and WC. The second is a twin room and there is a shared bathroom with a bath, separate shower, and WC. Outside, the property has an enclosed patio area to the front with seating and to the rear, another patio area which has outdoor seating and a BBQ. There is secure storage for bikes is also available. Need to know: 2 bedrooms: 1 double and 1 twin. 2 bathrooms 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower, and WC, 1 en suite shower room with WC. Electric range oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. TV and DVD, with selection of DVDs. Wood burner (baskets of firewood supplied free of charge). Cream tea on arrival. Dogs are not permitted upstairs, a stairgate is provided. Enclosed paved patio area to the front of the property with seating, to the rear of the property is a further paved, enclosed area with BBQ and seating. Storage for bikes available. Due to the character of the property there are sloping ceilings upstairs. Pub 2 miles, shops and beach 5 miles. Off road parking for 2 cars.

Accommodation

Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / wood burner, Internet access, Beach within 5 miles, Family friendly, Parking on site / nearby, Decorated for Christmas, Cottage, Yes, Yes