1 Bed in Bideford (oc-smidd)

Nestled in the peaceful countryside within the owner’s grounds, this beautiful barn conversion is an ideal escape for those who want romantic and idyllic situated in the North Devon countryside.

Situated in the tranquil countryside within the owner’s grounds, this renovated barn conversion is full of character with its exposed beams and roaring woodburner. In the heart of North Devon’s finest countryside, the local residents include the owner’s cats, chickens and ducks along with an adjoining field with grazing sheep. The village of Littleham benefits from a village pub, which offers good home cooking and is within easy walking distance. The property is in a great location to explore some of North Devon’s greatest offerings with rugged coastline just being a 10 minute drive away. The historic port town of Bideford, offering shopping, pubs and restaurants, the fishing village of Appledore and the seaside town of Westward Ho! with its sandy beach, are all within a 10-15 minute drive. Visit the nearby famous fishing village of Clovelly or Bucks Mills with its pebble beach. There are lots of leisure activities to entertain all including golf, various water-sports including surfing and windsurfing, horse riding, walking and fishing. The Tarka Trail is within easy reach of the property, offering over 48km of car free paths for cyclists and walkers. For a great day out, the area offers RHS Rosemoor Gardens, Tapeley Park and Gardens, Dartington Crystal and is home to numerous National Trust attractions including Lundy Island.

Step into the open-plan living space, which offers a spacious lounge/kitchen/diner. The lounge area is a lovely homely space, with two sumptuous sofas. There is a TV, DVD, iPod dock and DAB radio/CD player for guests to enjoy, as well as a warming wood burner. Step into the kitchen area, which has a flagstone floor, and you will find an electric oven, hob, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine, and dishwasher. Meanwhile, a separate utility store houses a freezer and tumble dryer. The bedroom one step up from the lounge is a relaxing room with king-size bed. Also accessed from the lounge is the bathroom, offering a shower over bath and WC.

Outside, there is a wonderful garden offering one acre of grounds which are shared with the sister property, and offers a BBQ and seating area – a lovely space from which to enjoy the property’s tranquil surroundings. The owners can offer stabling by prior arrangement for guests who wish to bring their own horses. Guests will also find a handy shed which can be used for cycle storage.

House Rules

Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 1 bedroom with king- size bed

- Bathroom with shower over bath and WC

- Smart TV

- Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)

- Oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with ice compartment, and washing machine

- Washing line and bike storage available in shed available for guests to use

- Tumble dryer and freezer in shared store room

- Please note- Infants aged 2 and under welcome-regrettably no children permitted

- Highchair available however regret no travel cot, but guests may bring their own

- 2 dogs welcome (must be kept on leads at all times). There are dog friendly beaches nearby and a dog shower outside for muddy days.

- Guests can purchase fresh produce including bread and cakes, free range eggs, fruit and vegetables when available

- Ample off-road parking and bike storage available

- Outside seating and shared lawn with BBQ

- Fresh home-grown flowers and cake on arrival

- Please note Wi-fi can be intermittent due to location of property

- Please note there are two steps down to the kitchen and bathroom, and one step up to bedroom

- Pub walking distance, shop 3 miles, beach 5 miles

- Regret no cats


Additional information and rules

1 dog allowed per booking. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog


- 1 bedroom with king- size bed

- Bathroom with shower over bath and WC

- Smart TV

- Wood burner (first basket of logs provided)

- Oven, hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge with ice compartment, and washing machine

- Washing line and bike storage available in shed available for guests to use

- Tumble dryer and freezer in shared store room

- Please note- Infants aged 2 and under welcome-regrettably no children permitted

- Highchair available however regret no travel cot, but guests may bring their own

- 2 dogs welcome (must be kept on leads at all times). There are dog friendly beaches nearby and a dog shower outside for muddy days.

- Guests can purchase fresh produce including bread and cakes, free range eggs, fruit and vegetables when available

- Ample off-road parking and bike storage available

- Outside seating and shared lawn with BBQ

- Fresh home-grown flowers and cake on arrival

- Please note Wi-fi can be intermittent due to location of property

- Please note there are two steps down to the kitchen and bathroom, and one step up to bedroom

- Pub walking distance, shop 3 miles, beach 5 miles

- Regret no cats



Host Terms & Conditions

The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.

Full travel and key collection instructions will be emailed directly to you upon receipt of full payment.