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Cosy 3 bedroom house in the heart of North Devon.
Our cosy three bedroom house is right in the heart of the historic town Barnstaple. It is tucked within a small, residential cul-de-sac with free parking outside. A 5 minute stroll away is our high street: there are lots of coffee shops, supermarkets, bars and restaurants. A fifteen minute drive can take you to any one of our famous beaches: Instow, Westward Ho!, Saunton Sands, Croyde and Woolacombe to name a few. This holiday home is in the perfect location to explore the best of North Devon!

Heather Cottage guest suite, rustic Devon charm.
The Guest Suite is a bijou, self contained part of 200yr old Heather Cottage in the quiet village of Shirwell. It consists of a small bedsit, a bathroom and kitchenette. The nearest shops/pubs are a 10 min drive. There is off-road parking adjacent to your entrance; space to hang wet suits & store surf boards; secure storage for bikes (+ garden access by arrangement.) 10 mins from Barnstaple amenities and easy reach of the Tarka Trail; the SW Coast Path; North Devon beaches & beautiful Exmoor.

The Granary. Quiet farmhouse wing - estuary view
Spacious, self contained, newly refurbished farmhouse wing in secluded village with fantastic views of estuary and beyond. Separate garden and BBQ area, fully fitted kitchen, modern shower room, large lounge with sofas and smart TV, double bedroom, king size bed, TV and rustic beams. Relax in the garden, explore the local area. Walk, run, cycle, golf , swim, surf. Amazing beaches, dunes, moorland, rolling hills, rugged coastline, a short drive away. A mile from the Tarka Trail cycle route.

The Tarka Suite
We live in a quiet location situated on the outskirts of Barnstaple, tucked away in a quiet residential area. Nearest amenities are approx 15 min walk. “The Tarka suite”is made up of 3 seperate rooms plus a covered garden room with electric points. There is a king sized bed, 2 seater sofa, a small dining area and small well equipped kitchen area which includes a std fridge, a ninja twin drawer acti fry and single hob. Crockery, pans and cutlery are provided. Use of hot tub at extra cost.

Renovated Victorian Terraced Spacious Town House.
Enjoy a stylish experience at this centrally-located place. Newly renovated townhouse, walkable to town. Fantastic location for bars shopping and Barnstaple attractions. Bus station a 5 minute walk & train station 15 minute. An 8 minute drive to the hospital also. It is suitable for two people maximum, the Queen bed splits to make twin beds upon request. There is space for a couple, friends who don’t mind sharing a room or single guests. Cosy living room , Dining area and large galley kitchen.

Barnstaple 2 bed Cottage North Devon dog-friendly!
The best location in North Devon! 5 minutes walk into the market town of Barnstaple, moments from the famous Tarka bike trail and under 30 minutes to award winning Woolacombe beach! Bright & airy the cottage has recently been refurbished to a crisp clean, modern home with a private enclosed sun trap garden and luxurious bathroom! Suitable for couples & families sleeping up to 6 with all amenities needed for a fantastic stay! Up to 2 well behaved dogs allowed for an additional small fee

Swallow View, Umberleigh, North Devon
Beautiful guest house just outside Umberleigh in North Devon, in the heart of the Taw Valley. Our guest house is situated atop a hill with panoramic views of the surrounding scenery and historic Tarka Trail. Fully self-contained building, patio and parking area. Fully fitted kitchen and living room, with a separate bedroom and en-suite bathroom. Underfloor heating coupled with a log burning fireplace for chilly days. Only a short drive to some stunning beaches and marvelous countryside.

Modern Estuary View Town House
Joining the air bnb community since sadly losing my dad to a battle with cancer, we have tried to create some positivity by creating something that supports the family finically and mentally. Centrally-located place in the heart of Barnstaple Town. With Breath taking estuary views in both directions, then past that onto rolling hills. Perfectly located on the 'Tarka Trail', only a short walk from the town centre of Barnstaple. Great transport links when working in the area / commuting.

Spacious House w/ Large Patio & Free Parking
This newly refurbished house is perfect for enjoying all that North Devon has to offer. The kitchen is well-equipped and the breakfast bar and dining room provide ample seating. This leads into a stylish, open-plan living room with smart TV and wood burner. Double doors open out to a large patio with seating that gets sun at all times of day so it's ideal for al fresco dining! Sleeps up to 6 with 2 double bedrooms and a third twin bedroom, plus 2 bathrooms. Free private parking on drive.

The Tiny Place All revamped for 2025
Converted garage 22ft long by 9 wide There is a duel draw air fryer, one ring hot plate, microwave and full fridge freezer . Tea, coffee, sugar, milk and toilet roll provided to start you off. There is a clic clac sofa bed, bedding is provided memory foam mattress topper double duvet+ pillows. shower and toilet, shampoo, conditioner, shower gel and towels. Wi-fi with access to entertainment and box sets plus catch up. Disney+ Netflix The garage is ideal for a couple or singles Parking

Refurbished 1 bed flat self-contained with parking
Newly refurbished, light and peaceful space with dedicated off-road parking and private entrance. The flat is perfect whether you are in the area on business, visiting friends and family or looking to explore. We are less than 5 minutes drive/cycle from Barnstaple town centre and only 2 minutes from the A361 (North Devon Link Road), with easy access from the M5. There are cycle and footpaths at the end of the road giving off road access to the Tarka Trail.

Heavitree Cottage, Heavitree Garden
'A little slice of heaven at Heavenly Heavitree!' Only 10 minutes walk to the North Devon District Hospital and fifteen minutes walk to the South West Coast Path / Salt Path. Lockable garage space for e bikes. A sweet two bedroomed cottage in the garden of a Georgian Wing where I live. Cosy and well decorated with original features and use of the shared garden with fast broadband mbps. Free parking on road.
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Near Beach | Superking Bed | EV Charger | Golf Sim

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Beamers Barn, spectacular views (dog friendly) 5*

Glamping Pod (#2) on Unique WWII POW camp site
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North Devon: Treetops - Surrounded in Nature

Farm View - tranquil retreat near hills & coast

Forest Park lodge with balcony

Atlantic View - Cosy bungalow with stunning views.

Privately owned chalet in holiday park

Beech Tree Cottage @ The Manor Mill near Exmoor

Country cottage, indoor pool, sauna

Country stay with nearby walking and fishing.
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