Cottage in North Devon

About this property

Dating from the 17th century, this charming home has been lovingly restored into a blissful retreat. Curved cob walls, ancient wooden beams and feature fireplace create a tranquil place to unwind.

Set in the village of Woolsery boasting its own fish and chip shop, general stores and Grade II listed pub, which offers a creative dining experience with local produce. Their Sunday lunches are highly recommended but book in advance. Situated close to the coasts of North Devon and North Cornwall, it's a perfect retreat for couples or a family wishing to explore these beautiful shorelines. Visit many places of interest including Appledore which is 12 miles away and catch the ferry (seasonal) across to Instow for fresh seafood from numerous pubs/restaurants. Or visit Clovelly just 3 miles away which clings to the cliffside. The cobbled streets that lead down to the harbour have no traffic, just donkeys and sledges, and 14 th century quayside is a beautiful spot where you can gaze out over the sparkling sea. Stepping inside this cosy, warm and welcoming cottage, the open plan living area has many character features, such as locally sourced limestone flagstone flooring which leads you to the corner sofa. This soothing seating area beckons you over to sit and relax in front of the crackling wood burner on the cooler days, or in the warmer months you can throw open the double patio doors allowing the natural light to flood in through the cottage. Completing this beautiful room is a TV with Sky Q (basic package). The country kitchen is great for rustling up meals. Boasting bespoke dove grey cupboards and solid oak worktops that contain everything you need for those lazy breakfasts or evening meals alike, you ll not be fund wanting for creative inspiration. In addition, there is a lovely Belfast sink, electric oven, induction hob, microwave, dishwasher and fridge and freezer. You'll also find here the utility cupboard which houses the washing machine. Just off the kitchen is the shower room with an indulgent tiled wet room and blissful rainfall shower. With a fisherman s lantern, an illuminated heated mirror, and an electric towel rail, it truly is a delightful space to relax after a day exploring the local area. Heading up the bespoke oak staircase there are two gorgeous, beautifully calm bedrooms. The master bedroom has a comfy double bed, raised ceiling for extra height, wooden flooring and a window letting the sun stream in perfect for sitting up in the morning and gazing out over the garden and chapel with a coffee in hand. The second bedroom has a double bed with a useful storage cupboard and a charming window which looks out towards the village. On Sundays, listen to the church bells ringing or villagers singing softly in the chapel opposite. Stepping outside you will find a peaceful, fully enclosed rear walled garden with a seating area and charcoal BBQ with the remainder laid to lawn. In the summer months, the roses ramble up the garden walls and provide a quintessential English rose garden to surround you whilst sipping something chilled. The garden faces out onto the village chapel, with its striking stained glass windows and is ideal for alfresco dining or evening drinks before wandering up the street to the local pub for dinner. There is allocated parking for one car, and others can usually find space roadside around the village. Need to know: 2 Bedrooms double. 1 Shower room with rainfall shower and WC. Electric oven, induction hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Wood burner (first basket of logs provided). Utility cupboard with washing machine. Electric heating in lounge and bedrooms. TV with SKY Q box (basic package). Garden furniture with charcoal BBQ. Allocated car parking for 1 car and roadside parking nearby. Pub, fish and chip shop and shop within walking distance. Beach is Bucks Mills (2 miles pebble beach).

Accommodation

Downstairs bathroom, Enclosed garden / patio, Open fire / woodburner, Internet access, Pub within 1 mile, Shop within 1 mile, Beach within 5 miles, Romantic, Sky TV, Cottage, Does not allow pets