Spindrift, Mortehoe, is a beautifully renovated contemporary home offering a light-filled retreat for up to six guests across three stylish bedrooms. The modern kitchen features an electric hob, twin ovens, microwave, and dishwasher, perfectly equipped for preparing family meals. The open-plan lounge / kitchen / diner provides a wonderful space for gathering together, with comfortable sofas arranged around a cosy wood burner, ample dining seating for everyone, and French doors flooding the room with natural light.
Step outside to discover a delightful garden featuring a decked patio and lawn, ideal for sunbathing on the loungers or firing up the BBQ. A convenient outdoor shower makes it easy to rinse off sandy wetsuits and clothes after beach adventures. The property offers three gorgeous bedrooms: a king-size room with TV and en-suite shower room, a double with a private balcony for savouring the sea air, and a twin room. With a ground-floor shower room, en-suite, and family bathroom with shower over bath, Spindrift ensures comfort for all.
Imagine waking to the sound of seagulls calling, brewing fresh coffee in your contemporary kitchen, and stepping out onto your private balcony to breathe in the crisp coastal air. Spend sun-soaked days exploring golden beaches and rock pools, then return to your tranquil haven to gather around the wood burner, sharing stories of your adventures. As twilight descends, relax on the patio with a glass of wine, watching the sky paint itself in shades of pink and gold.
Spindrift, Mortehoe, is perfectly positioned in the quiet village of Mortehoe to explore the stunning North Devon coast. Grunta Beach, just a 10-minute walk away. Follow the South West Coast Path in either direction for spectacular coastal views, with Morte Point offering the perfect vantage point for watching seals and sunsets. For family entertainment, the Ilfracombe Aquarium (7 km) takes you on a fascinating journey from an Exmoor stream source to sea, showcasing North Devon's marine life. Watermouth Castle Family Theme Park (14 km) delights children with its enchanting mix of rides and attractions. Nature enthusiasts will love exploring Heddon Valley (20 km), where towering cliffs and wooded valleys within Exmoor National Park create breathtaking scenery. The Lynton & Barnstaple Railway (29 km) offers a unique experience as the UK's only steam railway with Victorian carriages from the 1890s.
For a more distant exploration, Simmons Park in Okehampton (52 km) provides peaceful woodland walks alongside the River Okement, featuring a children's play area, Victorian bandstand, and remnants of the old railway line. Okehampton Castle (53 km) showcases Devon's largest castle ruins, where visitors can explore the impressive gatehouse, Great Hall remains, and enjoy panoramic views across the moor whilst learning about its turbulent medieval history. Finch Foundry (55 km) brings traditional blacksmithing to life with working water wheels, authentic Victorian machinery, and live demonstrations showing how agricultural tools were forged for Dartmoor's farming communities.
The historic harbour town of Bideford, just 19 kilometres away, tempts visitors with its charming quayside lined with independent boutiques, antique shops, and welcoming cafés serving fresh local produce. The medieval Long Bridge offers picturesque views across the River Torridge, whilst the Pannier Market buzzes with local crafts and delicacies. Meanwhile, Okehampton is a 52-kilometre drive south and serves as the perfect gateway to Dartmoor National Park, where ancient stone circles, wild ponies, and dramatic granite tors await exploration. The town itself boasts a thriving high street with traditional pubs and shops.
