Gardener's Cottage

About this property

Ideal for those wanting to find a private countryside escape away from modern technology, Gardener's Cottage is set in the quiet rural hamlet of Bocombe nearby to the rural village of Parkham. The cottage is all ground-floor with beautiful rustic charm, hosting cosy spaces that you and your loved ones will be delighted to unwind in after busy days. Step into the cottage and you'll find an entrance hall, an ideal space for all your storage needs during your stay. Following from this, you'll be invited into a welcoming open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting area with traditional-style stone feature walls. Quaintly traditional in appearance, the well-appointed kitchen and dining area includes an electric oven and hob, an integrated fridge freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, and dining seating for four where you can enjoy hearty home-cooked meals. Beyond this is a splendid sitting area with delightful framed wall art, where you can snuggle up with your favourite book or settle down for a family evening film with the large selection of DVDs provided by the owner. Into the hallway, you'll be able to find a pleasant family bathroom with a shower over bath, WC, hand basin and towel rail, a charming twin bedroom with a wooden desk and wardrobe space, and a master bedroom with a king-size divan bed, elegantly decorated with a dressing table, ample storage space, and a contemporary en-suite shower with a shower cubicle, WC, hand basin and a towel rail. Throw open the patio doors either from the master bedroom or sitting area and you will find a lovely decking area with outdoor seating and a swing chair that overlooks the fabulous private one acre of garden that the cottage benefits greatly from. Positioned just three miles from the magnificent Devonshire coast, the nearby picturesque village of Parkham boasts a pretty thatched pub, and offers the chance for walkers and cyclists alike to explfyounore the Tarka Trail and footpaths that journey through spectacular scenery. For those seeking an interesting day out, within close proximity is the Kenwith Archers centre and North Devon Falconry where you can marvel at incredible birds of prey. Younger guests will enjoy making fun memories at the many local adventure parks and great local beaches. Within close reach is the bustling town of Bideford which hosts a town quay, a medieval bridge, a shopping area and a superb pannier market. For those feel energetic, there are several golf courses and surfing beaches also within close proximity to Bideford. Make Gardener's Cottage your next family getaway and share a memorable and enjoyable stay in this superb region of Devon.

Nestled in a tranquil North Devon valley, the village of Parkham is ideally situated near to the dramatic Devonshire coastline and an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Visitors can enjoy the village's quaint thatched cottages, local pubs, and the several walking routes available ideal for cyclists and walkers. The lively town of Bideford is within close reach, offering a shopping arena, pannier market, a town quay, a medieval bridge, as well as several surfing beaches and golf courses to choose from.

Accommodation

All ground-floor.

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en-suite shower room with a shower cubicle, WC, hand basin and towel rail, and 1 x twin room.

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

Open-plan kitchen/dining/sitting room.

Electric central heating.

Electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washing machine, TV, DVD player, DVDs, books.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Travel cot and highchair available on request.

Bed linen and towels includedin rent.

Private parking for 3 cars.

1 acre of enclosed garden and decking with furniture.

3 well-behaved pets welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Pub 0.9 miles, shops 5.7 miles