Crenelated stone walls and and ancient history make St Petroc, Charles a unique retreat near Barnstaple. The bright sitting room boasts a copper domed ceiling, wood floors and logburner. The magnificent chef's kitchen includes a traditional Rangemaster oven, espresso coffee maker, island and breakfast nook. Move into the dining room for dinner (seats ten) with French doors to the garden. There's a snug, a second living room with fireplace, and a study. Three bedrooms include a master suite with super king-size bed, a bedroom with king-size four-poster, twin room with zip-and-link beds, and two bathrooms.
Built on the site of a 6th century chantry where St Petroc stayed during his pilgrimages, history lovers will appreciate the peaceful ambience. Extensive landscaped gardens provide the perfect place to relax with a Pimms and enjoy the year-round colour.
Ideal for six guests, St Petroc, Charles is steeped in history, surrounded by over an acre of landscaped gardens and enjoying rural views. Walkers are on the edge of Exmoor National Park with its wild ponies, scenic villages and miles of open space. Rent bicycles and explore the Tarka Trail or head to one of North Devon's beautiful surfing beaches at Woolacombe or Saunton Sands (16 miles). Barnstaple (nine miles away) has every amenity along with restaurants, pubs and the Green Lanes Shopping Centre. Clovelly, RHS Rosemoor Gardens and Watermouth Castle theme park are all within easy reach.
