Bartridge Holiday Cottage, North Devon

Self-catering accommodation for up to 4 people

In the heart of unspoilt Tarka country, (from Henry Williamson's "Tarka the Otter") Bartridge Holiday Cottage is ideally situated to explore the rolling landscape of Exmoor, the deep wooded valleys, rugged coastline, sandy beaches, pretty villages or bustling seaside towns. Robert and Veronica have been running the cottage for over 30 years and live in the nearby farmhouse.

The cottage is set in its own tranquil location next to the farmhouse amongst farmland on the side of the Taw valley. Approached along a private lane that winds its way up from the River Taw below to its commanding viewpoint on the side of the valley, it provides spectacular views for many miles around. Buzzards, deer, badgers, rabbits, foxes, owls, bats and kingfishers are amongst a number of animals that are local inhabitants.

The accommodation and pool were imaginatively restored in 1992 from 17th century stone barns, retaining original features such as oak beams but with the benefit of modern comforts.

Looking through to dining area from lounge

Original features

 

Exmoor and the famous north devon beaches are from just 25 minutes drive away. Dartmoor is an easy 30 minute drive away. The area all around the cottage is designated by the local authority as an official area of great landscape value and just 400 metres away is one of only a few designated wild woodlands in the county. The warm indoor pool is fed from spring water and treated by a state of the art salt chlorination system.The HOT TUB is located outside the swimming pool set into the raised sunny decking area. This is a cottage very well equipped for all your self catering needs. There is ample parking next to the cottage.

We do not allow smoking in the cottage.

The cottage has been open for nearly 30 years (with the same owners) and the majority of bookings are from repeat business or on recommendation. The cottage is well maintained and major refurbishments are undertaken every few years.

You will need to contact us to book the cottage.

Patio and hot tub

The River Taw

 

Bedroom 1

1 King size bed with new pocket sprung superior mattress, built in wardrobe, drawers and radio alarm clock and hair dryer

Bedroom  2

1 standard double.

Cot

We provide a travel cot for placing in either bedroom. We ask you to bring your own cot linen. 

Living

Fireplace, 2 seater sofa and armchair, rocking chair, internet access point (up to 6 meg), 32" flatscreen smart LCD TV with Freesat. There is a wide selection of books in the cottage. Linen is provided along with tea towels however, towels are not provided.

Bedroom

Family bathroom

 

Domestic

Tumble dryer, washing maching are available in the utility room. There is also another fridge and a freezer available.

The kitchen was completed refurbished in March 2016 with quality (Neff and Bosch ) built in appliances such as fridge, microwave, oven and dishwasher. The ceramic hob is inset into a high quality granite work surface. A Belfast sink adds a stylish and practical touch.

Full signal strength for all mobile phone networks. Free high speed wifi is provided free of charge.

Dining

Dining area, seating for 4.

More about the indoor pool.

Heating

Full oil fired central heating in every room plus a super log burner in the lounge. The central heating boiler is situated outside the property but guests have full control over the heating.

View from the cottage

Wildflowers behind the cottage