About North Hill Cottages
Amidst the peace and tranquillity of beautiful rural Devon, these attractive cottages boast outstanding views over a valley teeming with wildlfe and shared enjoyment of an indoor swimming pool and children's pool, open all year and heated to a delightful 30°C, and jacuzzi. A sauna offers an opportunity to relax and unwind whatever the season, whilst the 8 acres of shared grounds afford plenty of space for gentle strolls and picnics. There is also an all weather tennis court as well as a games room with pool and tennis tables and, for children, a large, safe outdoor play area.
North Hill Cottages are ideally located for exploring north Devon's fabulous coastline, with its soaring cliffs, quaint harbours and long stretches of beach, almost entirely made up of designated areas of outstanding natural beauty. Within a short drive is Devon's famous golden coast – miles of sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde, Putsborough, Westward Ho! and Saunton. These glorious beaches are a mecca for surfers of all ability levels, with boards, wetsuits and expert tuition available at most locations.
Just 3 miles away is Barnstaple, north Devon's ancient capital whose charming blend of old and new combines a fascinating glimpse of times gone by with exciting browsing in the indoor Green Lane shopping centre, its Pannier Market and a refurbished theatre which is the centre of the annual North Devon Festival. At the railway station, one can pick up the famous traffic free Tarka Trail and bicyle hire is available from Fremington Quay, just up river. The historic fishing port and market town of Bideford, with its medieval streets and busy quay from where visitors can enjoy a boat trip to Lundy Island, is also within easy reach as is Braunton nature reserve, a beautiful 'lunar landscape' wilderness of sand dunes, noted for its rare and exotic plants.
This is wonderful walking country too. Magnificent views can be savoured all along the north Devon coastal path, whilst the tantalising beauty of Exmoor National Park, the National Trust's lovely wooded valley at Watersmeet and the haunting 'Doone' countryside all inviting exploration. On the Exmoor coast lies Lynmouth, with its unique water-powered funicular railway connecting it to Lynton, an equally charming resort and the delightful National Trust properties at Arlington Court, Dunster Castle and Knightshayes Court are just some of the attractions found within a short drive
Riding, sailing and golf are all readily available locally, and fly fishing can be enjoyed at Blakewell Fisheries, conveniently located at the end of the drive leading to the cottages. Pubs serving food and a good choice of shops are found in Barnstaple, 3 miles.
Comfortably furnished, warm and welcoming, and enjoying an excellent range of facilities as well as easy access to a host of attractions, North Hill Cottages are the perfect choice for year round holidays and special breaks in north Devon.