Swallows Cottage, Alwington is a beautifully converted stone barn combining original character with contemporary comfort, perfect for families or groups seeking a peaceful rural retreat. The well-equipped kitchen features a traditional oil Aga, integrated microwave, fridge, freezer, and dishwasher, with an Amazon Echo for entertainment and a spacious dining area for gathering together over leisurely meals. Upstairs, the bright living room welcomes you with its impressive beamed apex ceiling, comfortable seating, Freeview TV and DVD player, plus a warming woodburner for cosy evenings. French doors open onto a Juliet balcony showcasing lovely countryside views across the surrounding fields.
Heading outside, the enclosed garden provides a safe space for children and pets to play freely, complete with patio seating, garden furniture, and a charcoal barbecue for alfresco dining on sunny days. A separate games room offers additional entertainment space, while the children's play area keeps young ones happily occupied. Three ground-floor bedrooms ensure restful nights: one double room (up five steps) and two flexible twin rooms, each with their own en-suite shower room for added convenience. The utility room houses a washing machine, and ample parking means plenty of space for family vehicles.
Picture warm summer evenings gathered around the barbecue while children play safely in the garden, the sounds of the Devon countryside drifting across the fields. Days invite exploration of dramatic coastal paths and sandy beaches, returning to light the woodburner as twilight falls and settle into the peaceful rhythm of rural life.
Swallows Cottage, Alwington sits perfectly positioned to discover North Devon's finest family attractions and natural beauty. The Big Sheep in Abbotsham (4 km) is the region's most popular family destination, delivering brilliant entertainment with thrilling rides, live sheep shows, and attractions guaranteed to create lasting memories for all ages. Skern Lodge Outdoor Activity Centre in Appledore, just nine kilometres away, offers exciting water sports and outdoor adventures teaching new skills whilst ensuring everyone has tremendous fun. Upper Tamar Lake (17 km) provides a tranquil escape on the Cornwall-Devon border, this peaceful reservoir surrounded by beautiful countryside is perfect for leisurely walks, fishing, and wildlife spotting. North Devon Falconry in Newton Tracey (20 km), delivers exhilarating flying displays and hands-on experiences with magnificent birds of prey against a backdrop of stunning countryside views.
Venture further to uncover more of Devon's treasures. Watermouth Castle Family Theme Park in Watermouth Bay (45 km) enchants visitors with its magical blend of traditional children's rides, Victorian attractions, and beautiful grounds overlooking the bay. Exmoor Distillery in Dulverton (51 km) is an award-winning independent distillery where traditional methods and locally sourced botanicals create premium gin and spirits, with fascinating tours revealing the craft behind each bottle. Wall in the Hall in Tiverton (55 km) combines active fun with culture, this innovative climbing and bouldering facility features an evolving wall mural alongside local art exhibitions and creative workshops.
The historic river port town of Barnstaple lies 23 kilometres away, where the ancient Pannier Market has traded continuously since Saxon times, now hosting an enticing mix of local produce, crafts, and antiques alongside excellent independent shops and riverside walks. Meanwhile, Okehampton is a 43 kilometre drive. This bustling market town, perched on Dartmoor's northern edge, offers gateway access to the wild beauty of the national park, with dramatic granite tors, ancient woodlands, and endless walking opportunities stretching across the moors.
