Holly Cottage

About this property

South Molton 2.2 miles. Nestled amongst the lush North Devon countryside in George Nympton near South Molton, is this beautiful, three-bedroom, white cob cottage, Holly Cottage. Enjoying a wonderful location which offers easy access to the Dunkery & Horner Wood National Nature Reserve and coast, Holly Cottage is a superb dwelling for a group or family of six. Be welcomed into the sitting room, where you can sink back into the plush seating and select a family favourite from the Smart TV, as the woodburning stove crackles nearby. Impress your guests with culinary feasts, whipped up in the well-equipped shaker-style kitchen, featuring a handy dishwasher, ready to enjoy at the dining table for six or alfresco out on your private sun terrace with pergola. Outside, you will also find a utility room housing a washing machine and tumble dryer for your convenience. Climb the stairs up to the first floor, where you can wash away the day with a soak in the bath or refreshing shower as your towel warms on the heated towel rail. When sleep calls, choose from three well-appointed bedrooms to catch your rest in, a king-size, a double and a twin, all with hanging rails and beautiful exposed beams. In the morning, rustle up morning coffees courtesy of the Nespresso machine and milk frother, and enjoy bench seating in the front garden as you plan the day's adventures. Right on your doorstep you will find the welcoming Castle Inn, serving a tasty menu and local ales, it is the perfect spot to refuel after a day of exploring. For a wider selection of amenities, head over to South Molton, where you can stock up on essentials at the convenience store, dine at The South Street Kitchen or The Corn Dolly, purchase fresh produce at the twice weekly pannier market on Thursdays and Saturdays, enjoy thrills at the Rock and Rapid Adventures centre, or tour the popular Quince Honey Farm, which also features a shop and restaurant. Foodies will not want to miss the culinary delights of the 13th-century Michelin Star Masons Arms, offering classic French cuisine in a stylish atmosphere. Be sure to check out the well-known Mitre Inn in Witheridge which offers relaxed dining and a bar. Make the drive over to Combe Martin for a day along the coast, where you can bathe on the golden sands and paddle the shores of Combe Martin Beach, wander the Combe Martin Museum, or hike along The Hangman Hills, offering exceptional views. Watermouth rests nearby where you can visit its esteemed Victorian Castle or continue onto Ilfracombe, home to The Ilfracombe Aquarium, sea safaris, a local museum and Damien Hirst’s harbourside sculpture. All this and more awaits at Holly Cottage.

The market town of South Molton is known as the "Gateway to Exmoor," and it is a great place to live in North Devon. It has a lot of shops, restaurants, and a twice-weekly market. It's a good place to stay because it's close to both coastal and inland beauty spots. forests, moors and rivers run through the area. There are also churches and other historical buildings near these places. Those who live in the area like the quiet charm of the place, and visitors quickly get a sense of civic pride from the people who live there. There is a lot to do on the South West Coast Path and the North Devon beaches are very interesting.

There are three places you should go to see: Watersmeet Gorge, The Valley of the Rocks, and a funicular cliff train. Exmoor has a lot of different walks for people of all abilities, as well as a lot of interesting places, like Tarr Steps and Landacre Bridge. A little farther away are the towns of Ilfracombe and Combe Martin. For some of the best beaches in Britain, go to Woolacombe, Saunton or Croyde.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove.

External utility

Oil central heating with woodburning stove.

Rangemaster with electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, Nespresso coffee machine, milk frother.

Smart TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Parking available in nearby car park.

Front garden with gravel and seating, rear garden with patio, furniture and pergola.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop 2 miles, pub 0.1 miles.

Note: The stairs are painted, please take care.

Note: The kitchen features traditional slate flooring which can be uneven in places, please take care.

Note: Please be aware there are raised decorative edging stones in the garden separating the lawned area from the gravel.