Bluebell Cottage, Seaton welcomes you through a handy porch, perfect for shedding coats and boots, before stepping into the neat galley-style kitchen, equipped with an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave and slimline dishwasher. A small step down leads to the lounge/diner, where exposed stone, flagstone flooring, low beams and fairy lights create a cosy backdrop for relaxing evenings. Sink into comfy sofas in front of the Smart TV, or gather around the table for four to share supper. A further cosy snug, complete with day bed and TV, offers a quiet spot to curl up with a book.
Step outside to the sunny rear courtyard, a fully enclosed, paved and stepped suntrap furnished with table and chairs, ideal for alfresco dining on balmy Devon evenings. Upstairs, the master bedroom offers a king-size bed and pretty armchairs, while a second, steeper staircase (mind the low beams) leads to a twin room tucked beneath the eaves with a charming lookout window seat. The family bathroom, with shower over bath, completes the layout. There's no private parking, though a public car park lies within 800 metres, charges apply.
Imagine lazy mornings sipping coffee in the courtyard sunshine, before ambling down to Seaton's esplanade and the mile-long sandy beach, just 800 metres from your door. Spend afternoons exploring the Jurassic Coast or riding the quaint tram railway along the riverside, then return to the cottage's snug warmth as evening falls, fairy lights twinkling and the scent of home-cooked supper filling the air.
Bluebell Cottage, Seaton sits in a charming seaside town just a short distance from the esplanade and Seaton's mile-long sandy beach, with cafes, pubs, shops and restaurants also within easy walking distance. The South West Coast Path and the narrow-gauge tram railway, which follows a delightful riverside route, are both within a short walk of the front door too. Further afield, Axe Valley Wildlife Park in Axminster (9 km) makes an ideal base for exploring the East Devon countryside, with nature trails and fishing lakes close by. Raceworld Indoor Karting in Exeter (22 km) offers a fast and challenging experience for budding racers aged eleven and over, while The Bear Trail in Westcott (26 km) invites you to don old clothes for a muddy three-hour assault course adventure. Coldharbour Mill in Uffculme (29 km) is a fascinating historic woollen mill dating from 1797, with working textile machinery, steam engines and absorbing exhibits on the industrial revolution.
Venture a little further to uncover more of Devon's family-friendly delights. Splashdown Quaywest in Paignton (47 km) is the UK's largest all-outdoor waterpark, with twisting tyre rides, slippery slides and a brand-new aquaplay arena right next to the beach. Exmoor Distillery in Dulverton (49 km) crafts award-winning gin and spirits using traditional methods and locally sourced botanicals, perfect for a sophisticated afternoon out. Greenway in Kingswear (51 km), Agatha Christie's beloved riverside retreat, offers beautiful gardens and woodland walks for literary fans and nature lovers alike.
Exmouth, a picturesque coastal town with stunning beaches, scenic trails and a vibrant local culture, is 26 kilometres from Bluebell Cottage, while Exeter, Devon's bustling county capital, lies a 36-kilometre drive away, offering excellent shopping, dining and cultural attractions, from its historic cathedral to the lively quayside, to round off your South Devon holiday.
