Perfect for families and their two canine companions, escape to this contemporary two-storey retreat surrounded by lush greenery near the captivating North Devon coastline. It’s a welcoming, reverse-level retreat filled with thoughtful stylings and furnishings throughout, cretaing a beautiful interior to uniwnd in during your break. Nestled in the heart of the picturesque village of Bishops Tawton, guests are treated to wonderful rural views from the two balconies and can enjoy the warmth of the wood burner come the evening. Enter into the upstairs open-plan lounge/kitchen/diner that’s bathed in natural light, offering views of the surrounding hills. The lounge area offers comfortable seating and a wood burner, perfect for pups to snooze beside as you catch-up on the TV. The well-equipped kitchen provides all the essentials for preparing delicious meals, enjoyed at the spacious breakfast bar under a skylight. French doors in the kitchen area lead to a delightful balcony with comfortable seating, offering stunning views across the Taw Valley. At the end of the day, descend to the ground floor to discover two inviting bedrooms. Choose from a king room with an en-suite shower room and Freeview TV, and a twin room with another en-suite shower room (convertible into a super-king-size on request). Outside, let the dogs and youngsters play in the fenced, artificial grassed area while older guests relax on outdoor seating with a sundowner or two. For four-legged friends with energy to burn, the nearby Tarka Trail offers 180 miles of off-road cycling and walking, with charming tearooms and pubs lining the way. Venture beyond the village to explore picturesque Instow (10 miles), renowned for its attractive, dog-friendly estuary, beach and waterfront. Discover a variety of cafes, pubs, and restaurants awaiting your visit. During the summer months, embark on a pedestrian boat ferry journey to Appledore, where you can stroll through its pretty cobbled streets and visit the traditional quayside House Rules Additional information and rules 1 dog allowed per booking - 2 bedrooms - 1 king size and 1 twin (which can be pushed together to make a super king, please request at time of booking) - 2 ensuite shower rooms both with showers and WC’s - Woodburner in lounge - Electric oven and hob, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine and microwave - Smart TV in the lounge and in both bedrooms - Enclosed rear area with several small seating areas with a bistro table and chairs plus an Astro turf area for dogs. - Gas bbq - 2 balconies with superb views - Off road parking for 1 car only, other on-street parking subject to availability - Pub 100 metres, shop 1.5 miles, beach 10 miles and also on a regular bus route for those who prefer not to drive Nearest Train Station in Barnstaple 1.5 mile Host Terms & Conditions The Travel Chapter Limited, trading as “holidaycottages·co·uk”, acts as agent for the property owner. Therefore, when you make a booking the contract is between you and the owner. Please note our terms and conditions will also apply when you make a booking. These can be found in the footer of our website, holidaycottages·co·uk.