Description of holiday cottage in Westward Ho!, South West
Star Cottage - Sleeps 4
A spacious and contemporary family accommodation, offering 1 large double bedroom and 1 large twin or double with glorious views across Abbotsham.
The cottage has a fully fitted and equipped kitchen/diner with breakfast bar and dining table, lounge area has a three seater sofa bed and 2 oversized bean bags. 37”widescreen television inc freeview and DVD player, contemporary electric feature fire and French doors leading to a patio area, with beautiful views across Abbotsham and rambling paddocks. There are 2 en suite bathrooms with shower over bath and WC. The master bedroom has a plush fitted topper for extra comfort.
After a day waking the cliffs of the spectacular North Devon coast, arrive back to your spacious accommodation then take in the spectacular views over a glass of champagne in you private south facing patio garden or a trip to the local pubs and restaurants.
Open plan living room, kitchen/diner, and fantastic family cottage with everything in.
Smiley Cottage - Sleeps 4
This cottage is suitable for disabled access
Smiley Cottage has recently been converted into a luxurious single storey cottage with a beach hut and seaside theme.
The cottage offers 2 large double or twin bedrooms, one with wheelchair access and wetroom.
All our cottages are designed with larger than average rooms for your relaxation.
The cottage has a fully fitted and equipped kitchen/diner, lounge area with 2 x three seater leather sofas. LCD television inc freeview and DVD player. The lounge has an electric wood burner effect fire which gives this cottage an all year round cosy feel. There are 2 en suite bathrooms with shower over bath and WC, one bathroom is a wet room with disabled access.
After a day exploring the cliffs of the spectacular North Devon coast or the beautiful sandy beach at Westward Ho! arrive back to your spacious accommodation for a freshen up before dining in, or taking a trip to the local pubs and restaurants.
Open plan living room, kitchen/diner, fantastic family cottage with everything in easy reach. There is off road parking and bed linen and heating is included.
Warm Winter Cottage - Sleeps up to 4
Originally built as stables for Duckhaven Stud, Warm Winter Cottage has recently been converted into a luxurious single storey cottage and now offers a 1 large double bedroom and one bunk bedroom.
This cosy cottage has been furnished and equipped to a high standard. The cottage consists of 2 bedrooms, 1 double or twin with TV/DVD and a smaller bedroom with bunk beds. A fully fitted and equipped kitchen/diner, lounge area with a three seater sofa bed and armchair. LCD television inc freeview, and DVD player. The lounge has an electric wood burner effect fire which gives this cottage an all year round cosy feel. Warm Winter cottage has a family bathroom with shower over bath and WC.
After a day exploring the cliffs of the spectacular North Devon coast or the beautiful sandy beach at Westward Ho! arrive back to your luxurious accommodation then enjoy a relaxing BBQ in your private south facing patio seating area.
Open plan living room, kitchen/diner, fantastic family cottage with everything in easy reach. There is off road parking. Bed linen and heating is included. This cottage has a south facing enclosed patio area and BBQ.
Silca Blanka Cottage - Sleeps up to 4
Silca Blanka Cottage has recently been awarded a 4 star rating from Visit England. This luxurious two storey cottage offers 1 double and 1 twin bedroom with south facing views across open countryside.
The cottage has a fully fitted and equipped kitchen/diner, lounge area with a three seater sofa and 2 single arm chairs. LCD television (inc freeview and DVD player). A separate family dining room is located on the ground floor next to the lounge.
After a day exploring the cliffs of the spectacular North Devon coast or the beautiful sandy beach at Westward Ho! arrive back to your luxurious accommodation with a glass of champagne on your private south facing patio seating area.
Open plan living room and kitchen, separate dining room. A fantastic family cottage with everything in easy reach. There is off road parking for 2 cars. Bed linen and heating is include.. This cottage has a south facing enclosed patio area & BBQ.
Accommodation, Facilities and Services
| Suitability: | No Smoking, No Pets |
| General: | Central heating, Internet Access, Hairdryer |
| Bedrooms: | 2 Bedrooms, Sleeps 4 All our properties offer guests a choice of twin or super king beds, all bedrooms have TV/DVDs |
| Bathrooms: | 2 Bathroom/s 2 Bath/s, 1 Shower/s, 2 Wash basin/s, 2 Toilets/s Each cottage has a different style, please visit our website |
| Lounge: | Seating for 6 people TV, Satellite/Cable TV, DVD Player, Large screen TV, Board Games, Books/Magazines, Selection of Films |
| Dining Area: | Seating for 6 people , High chair |
| Kitchen/Utility: | Oven, Hob, Grill, Fridge, Freezer, Microwave, Kettle, Toaster, Dishwasher, Washing machine, Tumble dryer, Ironing board, Iron |
| Outdoors: | BBQ, Private garden, Shared garden, Terrace, Sunloungers, Patio chairs, Sunshade Guests have 60 acres of grounds within the Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty to explore |
| Access: | Car essential, Wheelchair, Off road parking, Secure parking, Private car park Silca Blanka has stairs all other cottages are single storey |
| Services: |
Linen provided, Towels provided |
Rates
| Period | Weekly |
|---|---|
| Low season from | £310.00 |
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Location of holiday rental in Westward Ho!, South West
| Holiday Type: | Beach, Rural, Family |
| Local Activities: | Swimming/Watersports, Walking, Golf, Climbing, Horse Riding, Tennis, Cycling/Mountain Biking, Zoo, Local Market, Amusement/Water Park |
Location description
The AreaWestward Ho! practically owes it’s existence to Charles Kingsley’s famous book after which it was named. Rudyard Kipling was schooled in Westward Ho! and between these two literary greats, Westward Ho! was first established during Victorian times as a holiday destination of choice for the well heeled and Royal sets.
Things have moved on since then, Westward Ho! is now a thriving seaside resort boasting a magnificent 2 miles of golden sandy beach with blue flag status, which stretches all the way to theTaw/Torridge estuary. The beach is backed by Northam Burrows which makes Westward Ho! perfect for outdoor activities and watersports. The village of Westward Ho! is also home to an array of eateries and local shops.
The historic port and shopping centre of Bideford is only 2 miles away. Today Bideford is known as the little white town which has changed little over the years. It is a large market town and port with an active fishing industry. In the 16th Century, Bideford was Britain's 3rd largest port and it is rumoured that Sir Walter Raleigh landed his first shipment of tobacco there. It is home to the Kathleen and May - the only three-masted schooner in existence - and a pannier market which dates back to 1884.
It also boasts a statue to the writer Charles Kingsley which is a permanent reminder of Bideford's most famous resident.
The charming coastal villages of Clovelly, Appledore and Instow are within easy reach, a perfect day out to sample local seafood and perhaps purchase local handcrafted artefacts. Local family attractions include the Big Sheep, Milky Way, RHS Rosemoor gardens and more. With so much to see and do, and all within close proximity to Westward Living, one week will not be enough – so book 2!
What To Do
There are many exciting activities to get stuck into whilst visiting Westward Ho!
Walking & Rambling
Westward Living self catering cottages at Duckhaven Stud are ideally situated for walks along the coastal footpath. The breathtaking walk from Westward Ho! to Hartland Point is one of the most unspoilt. Half way along the edge of the peninsular you will come across the famous fishing village of Clovelly. Turn the treacherous maritime corner of Hartland Point and you enter an even wilder walking zone. The jagged shores from here to Bude weren't known as the Wrecker's Coast for nothing - the coast has more wrecks per mile than any other in Europe.
We are not too far from both Exmoor and Dartmoor, both spectacular walking destinations
Fishing & Angling
Westward Ho!, and nearby Clovelly are also world class locations for fishing and angling. Keep up to date with all the Westward Ho! Bass hot spot reports from Westward Ho!s much acclaimed tackle shop SummerlandsTackle www.summerlands.co.uk. Westward Ho! has been featured heavily in fishing documentaries over recent years, why not come and try it our for yourself!
Golf
For keen golfers there is the historic Royal North Devon Links Course at Westward Ho! RNDGC is the oldest Golf club in England playing the same course located alongside its original clubhouse on Northam Burrows, Westward Ho!. other nearby courses include Saunton Sands, Barnstaple and Torrington.
Extreme Sports
For the more intrepid guest, why not indulge in our range of extreme sports on offer these include surfing in Westward Ho! and zip wiring at SWExtreme in Abbotsham. As well as boarding and biking, SW Extreme is the hub of all North Devon extreme sports such as kayaking, coasteering, surfing, a 35ft high ropes course and climbing wall. Only one mile away, for the more adventurous family members, SW Extreme's tracks have been designed by riders, for riders, so everyone will find something to enjoy. www.southwestextreme.co.uk
Westward Ho! is home to North Devon Surf School www.northdevonsurfschool.co.uk one of the top surf schools in the UK where you are able to hire equipment as well as receive great tuition, North Devon Surf School take clients of all ability levels.
Tourist attractions
Atlantic Village1 miles
Bideford, Devon
Telephone number: 01237 422544
Web Address: www.atlanticvillage.co.uk
The Big Sheep
2 miles
Bideford, Devon
Telephone number: 01237 472366
Web Address: www.thebigsheep.co.uk
Dartington Crystal
8 miles
Great Torrington, Devon
Telephone number: 01805 626242
Web Address: www.dartington.co.uk
The Milky Way Adventure Park
10 miles
Nr Clovelly, Bideford, Devon
Telephone number: 01237 431255
Web Address: www.themilkyway.co.uk
Historic town of Clovelly
12 miles
Clovelly visitor centre near Bideford EX39 5TA
Tel 01237 431781
Web Address www.clovelly.co.uk
Exmoor Zoo
20 miles
South Stowford, Bratton Fleming, Nr Barnstaple, Devon
Telephone number: 01598 763352
Web Address: www.exmoorzoo.co.uk
Lundy Island
Telephone number: 01271 863636
Web Address: www.lundyisland.co.uk
The Gnome Reserve and Wild Flower Garden
20 miles
West Putford, Nr Bradworthy, Devon
Telephone number: 0870 845 9012
Web Address: www.gnomereserve.co.uk
Watermouth Castle and Family Theme Park
25 miles
Ilfracombe, Devon
Telephone number: 01271 867474
Web Address: www.watermouthcastle.com
Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park
30 miles
Combe Martin, Devon, EX34 ONG
Telephone number: 01271 882486
Web Address: www.dinosaur-park.com
| Nearest Airport: | Exeter Bristol Heathrow |
60miles 70miles 180miles |
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| Nearest Railway Station: | Barnstaple | 12miles |
| Nearest Bus Station: | Barnstaple | 12miles |
| Nearest Beach: | Westward Ho | 0.5miles |
| Nearest Pub/Restaurant: | The Thatch Abbotsham | 1miles |
Directions
How To Find Us
Directions: M5 to Junction 27, pick up the A361 to Barnstaple. On the outskirts of Barnstaple head for A39 Bideford/Bude road. Follow the road until you go over the Torridge Bridge, at the roundabout go straight on, after approximately 0.25 miles, turn right for Wesward Ho! Follow road for half a mile, at the top of the hill overlooking Westward Ho! turn left into Cornborough Road, continue down this road, as you reach the first blind left-hand corner, our driveway is on the right signposted Westward Living. Please park in the designated car park on arrival and make your way to the office to pick up your key. You will be able to drive up to your cottage for loading and unloading, this is a very short walk from the car park ( approx 50m)
Local Transport
Bus - First Bus – Beacon Bus and National Express all run regular services from Westward Ho! village centre www.firstgroup.com - 08457 48 49 50 and there is a local bus service from Barnstaple train station to Westward Ho! www.nationalexpress.com - 08717 818181
Taxi - Bideford Cars 01237 429992 and Quay Cars 01237 472027 – both have wheelchair accessible vehicles.
Trains - A National train service runs to Barnstaple which is about 9 miles east of Westward Ho! Nearest mainline station is Tiverton Parkway (45 miles away) direct to London Paddington, Birmingham etc www.thetrainline.com or phone 0870 010 1296
Coaches - A National coach service runs to the centre of Westward Ho! less than 1 mile away from Westward Living cottages.
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Contact the Owner of this Westward Ho! cottage
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| Owner Name: | Kathy Murdoch |
| Property Ref: | 03530 |
| Languages Spoken: | English & French |
| Preferred Contact Method: | Enquiry Form |
| Primary Telephone: | 01237 238967 |
| Secondary Telephone: | 07866 423704 |
| Owner joined website: | 28 October 2010 |
| Property listed since: | 25 January 2011 |
| Link to owners website: | www.westwardliving.co.uk |
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