Honeysuckle Hideaway, Alwington is a blissful retreat nestled in a pretty hamlet just a short journey from the spectacular North Devon and Cornish coastlines. The well-equipped kitchen / diner offers everything needed for culinary creativity, featuring an electric oven, induction hob, and ample space to gather around the table for lingering holiday meals. Step into the comfortable lounge with its feature fireplace and crackling wood burner, creating a cosy sanctuary to unwind with your favourite programme on the TV / DVD after adventurous days exploring the rugged coastline.
Outside, discover a charming enclosed patio area with garden furniture and a small courtyard with BBQ, perfect for soaking up the evening sunshine. Ascend the cottage-style staircase to find a sumptuous king-size bedroom with TV and sweeping country views, complemented by a luxurious en-suite bathroom featuring a freestanding bath, double shower, and WC – ensuring every comfort is catered for during your escape to this tranquil countryside haven.
Imagine waking to birdsong filtering through the windows, before enjoying a leisurely breakfast in the sun-dappled courtyard. Spend days discovering hidden coastal gems and charming villages, returning to light the wood burner as evening falls. Pour a glass of wine and sink into blissful relaxation, planning tomorrow's adventures while the flames dance in the grate.
Honeysuckle Hideaway, Alwington is perfectly positioned to explore the captivating North Devon coastline and countryside. The spectacular South West Coast Path is within easy reach, offering dramatic cliff-top walks, secluded coves, and breathtaking vistas waiting to be discovered. For beach lovers, Westward Ho! (8 km) boasts two miles of golden sands, perfect for sun-soaked days by the sea. The picturesque Bideford Pannier Market (7 km) provides an eclectic mix of artisan crafts and handmade gifts, while boats to Lundy Island depart regularly from Bideford (9 km), offering the chance to explore this granite outcrop where Atlantic meets Bristol Channel.
Further afield, Dartington Crystal (16 km) in Great Torrington invites you to watch master craftsmen create stunning glass masterpieces and even try your hand at decorating your own. Hartland Abbey (18 km) offers old-fashioned fun with so much more than just historic architecture.
A 34-kilometre drive will bring you to Castle Hill Estate in Filleigh where 50 acres of enchanting landscape surround a beautiful 18th-century Palladian house. Quince Honey Farm (36 km) in South Molton and Arlington Court (36 km) with its impressive National Trust Carriage Museum provide fascinating days out for all ages. The unique fishing village of Clovelly (12 km) charms visitors with its cobbled streets and pretty harbour, while Holsworthy, 26 kilometres away, entices with its traditional market town appeal.
