Park Gate Stables, Tawstock, is a stunning barn conversion nestled in an idyllic rural setting, offering luxurious accommodation with beautiful original features. The spacious farmhouse-style kitchen boasts original beams, a central island, and top-notch amenities including a dual-fuel cooker, American-style fridge / freezer, and wine cooler – perfect for whipping up family feasts. Step down into the light-filled lounge where plush sofas surround a cosy gas fire, with a Smart TV and Netflix providing entertainment as patio doors beckon towards the sunny courtyard beyond.
Venture outside to discover the enclosed south-facing patio with ample seating for 12 and a gas BBQ ideal for alfresco dining. The property features six sumptuously appointed bedrooms: two on the ground floor (a twin and king-size) and four upstairs (three king-size and one twin), each with its own Smart TV and en-suite facilities ranging from modern shower rooms to indulgent bathrooms with roll-top baths. For active guests, a private tennis court and children's play area await, while the separate games room offers table tennis, air hockey, darts, and table football for endless entertainment.
Imagine waking to birdsong filtering through your window, gathering in the spacious kitchen to plan the day's adventures over steaming cups of coffee. Spend sun-drenched afternoons competing on the tennis court or relaxing on the patio, before evening brings the family together for a barbecue as the setting sun bathes the countryside in golden light. Later, retreat to your sumptuous bedroom for a soothing soak in your roll-top bath before sinking into crisp linens.
Park Gate Stables, Tawstock, is perfectly positioned to explore the delights of North Devon. Surrounded by woodland yet close to Barnstaple's bustling market town with its plethora of shops, eateries, and the unique independent establishments of Butchers Row. The nearby villages of Bishops Tawton and Newton Tracey offer charming local pubs for a taste of Devon hospitality. For wildlife enthusiasts, North Devon Falconry in Newton Tracey, just here kilometres away, provides exhilarating displays with majestic birds of prey and hands-on experiences against breathtaking countryside backdrops.<
Green-fingered visitors will adore Marwood Hill Gardens in Guineaford (10 km), a magical 20-acre private garden featuring three tranquil lakes nestled in a secluded valley. Further afield, enjoy boat trips to Lundy Island from Bideford (16 km), a granite outpost where the Atlantic Ocean meets the Bristol Channel – ideal for walking, climbing, and nature discovery. While in Bideford, explore the eclectic Pannier Market (16 km) with its artisan crafts and sweet treats.
For water sports enthusiasts, North Devon Wake Park in Higher Clovely (30 km) offers wakeboarding, paddleboarding, and an exciting aquapark. History buffs will appreciate the Lynton & Barnstaple Railway in Parracombe (33 km), where passengers travel in authentic Victorian carriages, while nature lovers can explore National Trust Dunsland in Holemoor (38 km), a wildlife-rich parkland with over 900 years of history. For daytrips to explore the local towns, Woolacombe is a popular family resort and surfing beach that's is a 23 kilometre drive from the property. The beaches regularly top the Best Beaches in Britain lists and parts of it are dog friendly all year around. Tiverton, the largest town in Mid Devon is 53 kilometres away. TTake a wander through the streets full of independent traders or take one of the horse drawn barges for a journey along the Grand Western Canal.
