Perfect for families and keen fishermen alike, these delightful cottages are grouped around a courtyard within the landscaped grounds of a working trout fishery, just 700 yards from the Trout 'n Tipple inn which serves good food, has a games room and also welcomes children and dogs. Hens, ducks and guinea fowl roam freely and the fly fishing lakes are stocked with bream and rainbow trout (tackle and tuition can be arranged). There is a children's fishing lake, play and picnic areas and a well stocked tackle shop. Tavistock's great shops, theatre and leisure facilities are under 1 mile, Dartmoor National Park is almost on the doorstep and Plymouth, Kingsbridge, Salcombe and the Bigbury Bay beaches are all in easy reach.
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Just 2 miles from Instow's sandy beach (pictured) and enjoying panoramic countryside views, this unusual little property, built on original granary stilts, is set on a child friendly 200 acre sheep and beef farm. Instow, a charming waterside village, offers sailing, shops, pubs and a range of eating places. Bideford (1½ miles) blends Atlantic Village (a new shopping outlet) with narrow streets bursting with antique shops. From here, boat trips can be taken to Lundy Island and along the spectacular coastline, and bike hire is available to enjoy estuary cycleways. Rosemoor Gardens and Clovelly are within 12 miles.
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Bealy Court's nine delightful holiday cottages sit in 25 acres of stunningly beautiful Devonshire countryside, with breathtaking views and within easy reach of the family friendly beaches of Saunton Sands on the North Devon coast as well as Exmoor and Dartmoor. Perfect for family holidays all year round, Bealy Court offers a large indoor swimming pool, an LTA standard tennis court, croquet lawn, games room with full size snooker table, pool table and air hockey, and two coarse fishing lakes (visitors will need to bring their own rods). The setting is secluded and tranquil, the lovely stone cottages ? formerly a range of barns cluster around a very pretty, landscaped courtyard with glorious views to the distant hills of Dartmoor. The cottages have been stylishly converted and recently completely refurbished to create a wonderfully contemporary feel. Each cottage boasts a high degree of individual character, with original features such as oak roof timbers, stone walls and beams all carefully preserved. All of them enjoy modern, elegant décor, wood burning fires and flat screen LCD or plasma TVs. Bealy Court is an ideal touring base, with the wilds of Exmoor and Dartmoor close by and the golden beaches of the North Devon coast a comfortable drive away. Tiverton, sea fishing at Ilfracombe, and go karting, ten pin bowling and cycle hire at Barnstaple are all easily accessible, as are Knightshayes Court and Killerton (both National Trust Properties). Horse riding is found locally and Chulmleigh (4 miles) offers good pubs and restaurants, several shops, a post office and a par 3 golf course. The nearest main shopping centres are at Barnstaple and South Molton, which is also a renowned centre for antiques.
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Within easy reach of North Cornwall's glorious beaches, this charming little cottage lies just 4 miles from the Trebarwith Strand, while mystical Tintagel and Boscastle's ancient harbour are a little further. Enjoying its own pretty garden, it adjoins the owner's home on the road between Camelford and Wadebridge (8 miles) from where the Camel Trail offers wonderful walking and cycling leading to Padstow. The great houses of Pencarrow and Lanhydrock (N.T.) are a short drive, Bodmin Moor is close by and horse riding is available locally. Camelford's shops, pubs, restaurants and leisure facilities are 2 miles.
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In an idyllic setting, surrounded by an atmosphere of peace and tranquillity, these secluded lodges are nestled in 25 acres of woodland and boast five well stocked fishing lakes. Situated between the North Devon towns of Bideford, Barnstaple and Torrington, the lodges are set down a picturesque tree lined woodland drive at the entrance to Bulworthy Forest and offer the perfect environment for a relaxing and memorable holiday. There is a sandy beach just 5 miles away, with shops and a pub within 4 miles. Enjoy the free carp and coarse fishing available. The beautiful surrounding woods invite leisurely rambles and are home to an abundance of wildlife, and a variety of flora and fauna. Due to the steep gradients and steps, Bulworthy Forest Lodges are not suitable for wheelchair users or persons with severe mobility difficulties.
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Overlooking the sea and enjoying private access to the vast sandy beach at Brean (a truly wonderful location for pony rides), this well appointed single storey property offers an ideal base for a break by the sea. The local Brean Leisure Park and Fun City offers great entertainment for all the family and amongst easily accessible attractions are Weston-Super-Mare and its Seaquarium, Cheddar Gorge and Caves, Wookey Hole and Clarks Shopping village at Street. Visitors can enjoy fine walking on Brean Downs (N.T.) and great day trips to Minehead and Exmoor National Park. Golf is available locally as is coarse fishing at Unity Farm Lakes. Pub serving food and shops 500 yards.
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Set in an unrivalled coastal position, these superb Mediterranean style apartments stand in beautiful south facing gardens in the heart of the Cornish Riviera. Perfect for those seeking a relaxing, away from it all holiday, Mount Brioni is situated along the tranquil coastline of south Cornwall, between Whitsand Bay and Looe and only 100yds from the beach. Seaton also has a pub/restaurant, bistro, café and a shop. There is a small children's play area, barbecue terrace overlooking the beach and a launderette* on park, available for all dates. *Charges apply
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Authentically restored to its former glory, and boasting stunning views, this captivating property is ideally situated to enjoy the sandy beaches and wildlife of the Exe estuary. Exeter, Exmouth and Teignmouth, and the jewels of the English Riviera ? Torquay, Paignton and Brixham are all within easy reach. Local attractions include Dawlish Warren nature reserve (1 mile) and Powderham Castle. Pub and shops about 1 mile.
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Commanding panoramic views of Dartmoor, the river Exe and unspoilt countryside, Webbers Country Park sits amid fields and woodland teeming with wildlife and offers an ideal base for exploring East Devon. A short walk away, the traditional village of Woodbury hosts two pubs, a picturesque 13th Century church, and the beautiful Woodbury Common with its 3000 acres of unspoilt heathland and castle. Golf, adventure parks, Exmouth beach and historic Exeter are all close by.
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In a quiet hamlet, bordering a Par 71 golf course and driving range (open to all), this attractive, stylishly converted barn features pine floors and exposed stonework in its very comfortable interior. Set across the courtyard from the owners' home and Dane Cottage (see E1626), it enjoys a huge enclosed garden and sunny walled patio. Torquay's sandy beaches are just 3 miles and Dartmoor is a 20 minute drive. Four pubs within 2 miles, shop ½ mile.
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