Priory Stables, Croyde is a stunning detached holiday home perfectly positioned in the heart of this celebrated surfing village. The impressive first-floor kitchen boasts electric oven and hob, microwave, Vertuo coffee machine, two integrated under-counter fridges with ice compartment, dishwasher and washing machine, with a breakfast bar for morning coffee moments. The open-plan lounge and dining area creates a wonderfully sociable space, featuring comfortable sofas, Smart TV with BT entertainment, and a dining table with ample seating for memorable family meals.
Step outside to discover the property's exceptional outdoor offerings, including a first-floor sun deck with south-facing views and rattan furniture for evening relaxation, plus a large enclosed patio garden with picnic bench, charcoal BBQ and handy outdoor shower. The accommodation comprises four beautifully appointed bedrooms: a magnificent master with king-size four-poster bed and en-suite bathroom, a family suite with bunk beds suitable for children accessing a double bedroom, and a comfortable twin room. Two additional bathrooms, including a ground-floor shower room and separate WC, ensure convenience for all guests.
Picture yourself awakening to gentle village sounds, brewing fresh coffee whilst planning your beach adventures. Spend sun-drenched days exploring golden sands and thrilling surf, then return to fire up the BBQ as evening approaches. Gather on your private sun deck with a well-earned glass of wine, sharing stories of the day's coastal discoveries whilst watching the sunset paint the surrounding hills.
Priory Stables, Croyde offers an enviable location to explore North Devon's finest attractions. The iconic Tunnels Beaches in Ilfracombe (15 km) feature hand-carved tunnels leading to unique sheltered beaches and a Victorian tidal bathing pool, whilst the historic harbour provides boats to magical Lundy Island (16 km). For family entertainment, JunglaRoo in Bideford (19 km) delivers North Devon's largest indoor soft play experience, and Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park (24 km) combines live animal exhibits with life-sized dinosaur models for unforgettable adventures.
Further afield, the historic Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway (39 km) offers breathtaking coastal views via unique Victorian water-powered funicular transportation, operating since 1890 using an ingenious system of water ballast tanks to connect the clifftop village of Lynton with the picturesque harbour settlement of Lynmouth 500 feet below, providing spectacular views across the Bristol Channel. Thrill-seekers will adore North Devon Wake Park in Higher Clovely (45 km), featuring exhilarating wakeboarding and water skiing on purpose-built lakes, stand-up paddleboarding lessons, an inflatable aquapark with obstacles and slides, plus equipment hire and expert instruction suitable for all abilities in stunning countryside surroundings. Meanwhile, Hartland Abbey in Stoke (54 km) provides fascinating historic house exploration within a beautiful 12th-century former monastery, featuring period furnishings, family portraits, magnificent architecture, and traditional walled gardens with peacocks roaming the grounds.
The historic harbour town of Bideford, 31 kilometres away, beckons visitors with its delightful independent shops, boutiques, and galleries housed in characterful buildings along the ancient quay, alongside exceptional eateries serving fresh local seafood and Devon produce, plus scenic walks across the medieval Long Bridge spanning the River Torridge. This charming port town offers riverside strolls, traditional pubs, and easy access to nearby beaches. Meanwhile, Okehampton, 64 kilometres distant, serves as the perfect gateway to the magnificent wilderness of Dartmoor National Park, providing access to dramatic granite tors, ancient stone circles, wild ponies, excellent hiking trails, and the romantic ruins of Okehampton Castle beside the River Okement.
