Guests say
Guests have consistently praised the cottage for its impeccable cleanliness, home-like comfort, and peaceful location. The well-equipped kitchen and lovely garden add to the charm of this North Devon property. While some minor maintenance issues were noted, the overall experience remains highly positive, with many expressing a desire to return.
Reviewers consistently mention the property being impeccably clean, suggesting a very high standard of cleanliness.
The property is commended for its great location, indicating that guests are pleased with where it's situated.
Guests describe the cottage as cosy, comfortable, and a place where they felt well-rested, reflecting a high level of comfort.
The property is well-received for its facilities like a well-equipped kitchen and lovely garden. However, points are deducted for mentioned maintenance issues such as a loose toilet seat and the absence of a tumble dryer.
While the provision of basic necessities like milk is appreciated, there is insufficient information to fully assess thoughtfulness across all stays, and gifts are not guaranteed.
About this property
Settled into the riverside town of Barnstaple, 1 Old Farm Court is a lovely single-storey base for a family or group of friends looking to explore the coast and countryside of Devon. A short drive away from Barnstaple Town Centre and Instow, home to a harbour and a large sandy beach. Be welcomed into a tastefully furnished sitting room where guests can relax with a cup of tea and plan the day ahead of them beside the stone feature fireplace and wallpapered walls. The kitchen/diner is amply fitted and ideal for guests to cook together due to its spacious nature and dine at the dining table. Freshen up in the bathroom with either a warm shower or a soak amongst the bubbles. There are two well-presented bedrooms to choose from, both with storage for your belongings, including a super-king-size zip/link which can be set up as a twin on request and a king-size. This property has a fantastic garden with loads of space for guests to enjoy a picnic on the raised lawn, or breakfast in the sunshine at the patio, and there is further seating tucked away into the mature shrubs, an ideal spot for catching up on a good book. Barnstaple is a lovely town resting a short distance from the coast of Devon. The town has a good selection of tasty eateries, pubs, convenience stores and independent shops for guests to browse at their leisure, as well as a local museum, golf course and walks beside the River Taw. From here, visit one of the many stunning beaches, ideal for watersports, wild swimming or just enjoying the salty air with a stroll across the sand, and options include Saunton Sands, Woolacombe Beach, and Northam Burrows Country Park. Extensive coastal hikes make the most of the dramatic scenery, including those at Blackchurch Rock in the Hartland Devon Heritage Coast. Wildlife enthusiasts will love a trip to Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park and Exmoor Zoological and Conservation Centre, and guests can head over to the lovely seaside town of Ilfracombe where there is a museum, beautiful beach and aquarium. Hike through Exmoor National Park to see what wildlife you can find. Indulge in the wonders of Devon with a stay at 1 Old Farm Court.
Barnstaple enjoys a superb location at the mouth of the Taw Estuary, on the spectacular North Devon coastline between Westward Ho! and Croyde and is a short drive from the Exmoor National Park. Barnstaple is a busy traditional Devon coastal town with a pannier market, shops, restaurants and bars, along with two fabulous sandy beaches, which are popular with surfers and families. The town is renowned for its floral displays having won a Britain in Bloom award and flowers are found around every corner of the town in the most unusual places. Barnstaple lies at the end of the magnificent Tarka line railway journey, which takes you through the spectacular North Devon countryside of wooded river valleys, rugged moorland and a stretch of coastline, plus close by is the picture postcard coastal village of Clovelly. A combination of numerous long sandy beaches and family attractions makes Barnstaple a desirable holiday destination.
Accommodation
Single storey.
Two bedrooms: 1 x super-king-size (zip/link can be set up as a twin on request), 1 x king-size bedroom.
Bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room
Oil central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.
TV, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Enclosed rear garden with patio, lawn and furniture.
Sorry no pets and no smoking.
Shop 0.8 miles, pub and river 0.9 miles.
Note: There is a drop at the top level of the garden, children will need to be supervised.
Note: Off-road parking for 1 car/vehicle no bigger than a small van.
Note: no business/working bookings will be accepted.
Nearby points of interest
- Woolacombe Beach
Reviews (7)
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Mark
The owner was extremely helpful and accommodating towards our requests.
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Heather
Kitchen is well equipped. Our adult sons who joined us for the first week reckon a cockerel across the road has attitude and a Devon accent! One improvement would be to keep the bushes behind the swing seat lower so that can enjoy the view from the round âlunch in the sunâ table.
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Julie
With a lovely garden. In a very peaceful location. Everything you could need.