Gidcott Cottage, Gidcott, is a beautifully converted barn offering a luxurious two-bedroom retreat in the heart of rural Devon. The impeccably styled kitchen boasts an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge / freezer, dishwasher, and washer/dryer, seamlessly flowing into the dining area for effortless entertaining. The open-plan living space features exposed beams, a comfortable sofa, Smart TV, and a cosy wood burner, with French doors opening to reveal lovely garden views.
Step outside to discover your exclusive streamside lawn complete with a bubbling hot tub, perfect for starlit soaks after days spent exploring the countryside. Charcoal BBQ and garden seating invite alfresco dining beneath Devon skies. The property offers two gorgeous bedrooms, both arranged on the ground floor: a king-size room with Smart TV and outdoor access, and a versatile twin zip-and-link (convertible to king-size) also with Smart TV and its own door to the garden. Each bedroom enjoys an en-suite wet room-style shower room, ensuring privacy and comfort for all guests.
Imagine waking to birdsong drifting through your window, brewing fresh coffee in your country kitchen, then stepping onto dew-kissed grass. Spend lazy afternoons soaking in the hot tub beside the gentle stream, watching dragonflies dance above the water. As twilight falls, gather around the crackling wood burner, sharing tales of coastal adventures and countryside discoveries.
Gidcott Cottage, Gidcott, sits perfectly positioned to explore the treasures of North Devon and Cornwall. Dragon Archery in Holsworthy (5 km) offers a premier archery experience with themed ranges blending historical and fantasy elements, ideal for family fun. Upper Tamar Lake (13 km), straddling the Cornwall-Devon border, provides tranquil countryside surroundings perfect for peaceful walks. The Big Sheep in Abbotsham (17 km), North Devon's beloved family attraction, guarantees fantastic entertainment with rides and live sheep shows. Okehampton Castle (22 km) invites history enthusiasts to explore Devon's largest castle ruins, featuring a Norman keep amidst beautiful woodland.
Venture further afield to discover the Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway (50 km), a unique Victorian engineering marvel and the world's highest water-powered railway. This historic funicular connects the clifftop village of Lynton with the harbour village of Lynmouth below, offering spectacular coastal panoramas across the Bristol Channel. Go Ape Haldon, a 52-kilometre drive away, provides exhilarating forest adventures with treetop zip wires, rope bridges and challenging high ropes courses set amongst ancient woodland. Meanwhile, the award-winning Exmoor Distillery in Dulverton (53 km) crafts premium gin and whisky using traditional copper pot stills and locally foraged botanicals, with guided tours and tastings available.
The historic harbour town of Bideford, just 17 kilometres away, enchants visitors with its medieval bridge spanning the River Torridge, bustling quay lined with independent boutiques, and charming cafés serving locally sourced Devon fare. This former merchant port, once famous for its tobacco trade, now offers delightful riverside walks and antique hunting. Barnstaple is a 27-kilometre journey north and boasts one of England's largest covered markets at the Victorian Pannier Market, where local producers sell everything from artisan crafts to fresh seafood. As North Devon's ancient capital and still-active river port, it combines rich maritime heritage with excellent shopping and dining opportunities.
