Weare Cottage is a beautiful, clean and spacious, family friendly cottage. Tucked away in a quiet village with a dining pub at the end of the lane and just a short 15 min drive to the stunning coastline and long sandy beaches of North Devon, there's plenty to do in the area for all ages. The traffic-free Tarka Cycling Trail runs alongside the village leading you to the coast. Bideford, Torrington, Appledore and Instow are all nearby for shopping, eating out and sightseeing.
If you want to explore North Devon with its many attractions and glorious coastline, Stowford Lodge is an excellent choice. Offering five family-friendly holiday cottages within six acres of grounds, the cottages are just three miles from Great Torrington and within driving distance of Bude and Westward Ho! for a day on the beach. Dartington Crystal, the Tarka Trail and RHS Garden Rosemoor are just a few of the other attractions for day trips out or stay put and relax amongst the grounds with plenty of space for children to play, a woodland path and indoor swimming pool.
Welcoming with home comforts, Halcyon Cottage is a popular choice for a family holiday with excellent on-site facilities including spacious grounds with play areas for the children, indoor swimming pool and resident pets. One of five holiday homes at Stowford Lodge, the cottage is an excellent base for exploring North Devon and its many attractions with the glorious beaches of Bude and Westward Ho! within driving distance, as well as Dartington Crystal, RHS Garden Rosemoor, the Tarka Trail and the pretty villages of Appledore and Clovelly to name just a few.
A comfy home from Home, Tarquol Cottage sleeps four guests and is one of five welcoming holiday homes at Stowford Lodge set within extensive grounds in North Devon just three miles from Great Torrington. With facilities such as a children's play area and field, woodland path and indoor swimming pool, there is plenty on-site to keep the little ones entertained and a host of attractions for day trips out including the lovely sandy beaches at Bude and Westward Ho!, RHS Garden Rosemoor, Dartington Crystal, the Tarka Trail for traffic free cycling and the pretty villages of Appledore and Clovelly.
"Little Silver Fox" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The North Devon village of High Bickington is set in the area known as 'Tarka country'. It offers a Post Office, two pubs, a holistic beauty salon and Libbaton golf course. Umberleigh is only five miles away and has a railway station where...
"Broadpath, Great Field Lodges, Braunton" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Living AreaOpen plan with the kitchen and dining areasFurnished with a sofa and armchairFlat screen Smart TV with free viewKitchen AreaOpen plan with the living and dining areasElectric oven and hob,...
"37 Market Street" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. The charming quayside village of Appledore is located close to the River Torridge where the Taw and Torridge rivers converge. A limited but excellent selection of stores, taverns, inns, and art galleries can be found in Appledore. Appledore has...
"Dilly Dally Barn" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. The village of Bradworthy has a large village square surrounded by cottages, shops, a garage and a pub, which serves good food and beer. Off the beaten track and surrounded by the lush green pastures of North Devon, it provides the perfect base...
"Scenic Views" is a 2 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The small rural North Devon village of High Bickington is set in the area known as 'Tarka country'. On a ridge above the Taw Valley boasting views towards Exmoor and Dartmoor, the village offers a Post Office, two pubs, a holistic beauty salon...
"Crystals" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Nestling between the Cambrian Mountains and the Cardigan Bay coastline, Devil's Bridge has been a tourist attraction for centuries and was celebrated by author George Borrow who wrote Wild Wales in 1854. This famous bridge spans the Mynach, a...
"2 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size with separate single bed and 1 double - 1 shower room and 1 WC - Electric oven and hob, fridge with freezer...
"Brewers Cottage" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Kings Nympton is a beautiful thatched village mid way between Exmoor and Dartmoor, and was voted Devon Village of the Year in 1999 by the Campaign for the Preservation of Rural England. Quintessentially English, the village is home to the...
"Woodpecker Lodge" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. The Devonian town of Sheepwash can be found in the tranquil Torridge Valley. There is a general store and a homely traditional pub with good food and locally brewed ales in the village square. Located in the heart of Ruby Trail Country and not...
"Honeymoon Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 3 guests in Devon. The charming quayside village of Appledore is located close to the River Torridge where the Taw and Torridge rivers converge. A limited but excellent selection of stores, taverns, inns, and art galleries can be found in Appledore. Appledore has...
"Foxglove" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Timber lodge set in an elevated woodland position with one master double with en suite shower, one double and one twin. Bath with overhead shower. Dishwasher. Outdoor hot tub on the verandah. No pets.. Bulworthy Forest Lodges is tucked away...
"3 Bed Cottage in Holsworthy" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 3 bedrooms - 1 double with en-suite, 1 double, 1 twin - 2 bathrooms - 1 en-suite bathroom with shower and WC, 1 bathroom with shower...
"1 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 1 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 1 double bedroom - 1 En-suite shower room with WC - TV and DVD - Wood burner effect electric fire - Oven, hob,...
"Heanton Lodge" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 8 guests in Devon. Braunton is a village in North Devon, situated right at the centre of the North Devon Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty and incorporating Braunton Burrows, the largest area of sand dunes in Europe, a designated Site of Special Scientific...
"3 Bed Cottage in Holsworthy" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - Sleeps 4 + 1 - 3 bedrooms: 1 double, 1 twin, 1 single - 1 Bathroom - Smart TV and radio - Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge,...
"Butterfly Days" is a 3 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 5 guests in Devon. Parkham nestles in a tranquil North Devon valley, three miles from the dramatic coastline around Barnstaple Bay and a ten minute drive from the picturesque fishing village of Clovelly, famous for working donkeys, smuggling stories and ancient...
"4 Bed Cottage in Torrington" is a 4 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 7 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 4 bedrooms – 1 king, 2 doubles and 1 single - 2 bathrooms – 1 family bathroom with bath and separate shower enclosure and WC, 1 en-suite shower room with WC, and 1...
"Cuckoo's Nest" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. The attractive market town of South Molton is known as The Gateway to Exmoor and is ideally placed in North Devon, boasting a range of shops, amenities and a twice weekly market. Being pleasantly situated not far from both coastal and inland...
"Willow" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Barnstaple enjoys a superb location at the mouth of the Taw Estuary, on the spectacular North Devon coastline between Westward Ho! and Croyde and is a short drive from the Exmoor National Park. Barnstaple is a busy traditional Devon coastal...
"Quay Close Cottage" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Instow offers a tidal, sandy beach and extensive views with the sails of catamarans and windsurfers. An abundance of cafes and pub/restaurants all enjoy these glorious views, and just across the mouth of the River Torridge, at Appledore, you...
"Hayes Lodge Coach House" is a 1 bed holiday Apartment sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Dolton is a small rural village in the heart of Devon's rolling countryside and offers a small selection of shops and pubs, making it the ideal place to stock up on any store cupboard essentials and maybe stop off for a refreshing pint or a...
"Woodpecker" is a 1 bed holiday Lodge sleeping up to 2 guests in Devon. Timber lodge set in an elevated position with views of the lake. One double accessed by steep stairs. Large walk-in shower. Outdoor hot tub. Please note that due to the elevated lodge positions of Kingfisher and Woodpecker they are accessed on...
"2 Bed Cottage in Northam" is a 2 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 4 guests in Devon. Additional information and rules. Please enquire if you wish to bring more than 1 dog - 2 bedrooms – 1 king-size, 1 full size single daybed with a single pull out on request (this can be arranged as a king-size or 2 singles at the...
"3 Bed Cottage in Bideford" is a 3 bed holiday Cottage sleeping up to 6 guests in Devon. Additional information and rulesNo dogs allowed - 3 bedrooms: 2 king-size with TVD/DVD and 1 twin - Bathroom with shower over the bath - Separate WC adjacent - Separate shower and WC in the swimming pool/gym room area -...
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Great Torrington is rich with history and is built on the site of an ancient settlement. Situated atop an inland cliff, with the River Torridge flowing below, this stunning little town is home to perfect scenery and beautiful panoramic views.
When visiting Great Torrington, the RHS Garden Rosemoor is a lovely way to explore the outdoors here. These stunning gardens are great to stroll around and offer the perfect opportunity to spot many plants and wildlife.
The Great Torrington Heritage Museum is perfect for exploring the rich history that lies within this beautiful southern town. Visit the museum with the whole family and learn about how the area has developed over the last few centuries.
Stevenstone Park is a former manor located in the parish of St Giles in the Wood. It was originally home to one of the wealthiest and most influential families in Devon and was occupied from 1524 to 1907. The grounds here are stunning and make for a great day out, especially when the weather is good.
With breathtaking views over the River Torridge and plenty of shops and eateries amongst the streets, this authentic Devon market town has plenty to do.
The market square in Great Torrington was originally a Victorian Pannier Market that has been refurbished. Here you will find great little retail shops, local stalls and fresh produce on sale.
Great Torrington also boasts amazing hiking trails, the most famous of which is the Tarka Trail which is an impressive 180 miles long. The walk starts at the former Southern Railways station in Great Torrington, from which you can either choose the route to Bideford or follow the railway line south and walk beside the old track. This is a great way to explore Torrington and offers plenty of opportunities to experience the railway lines alongside some stunning scenery.
From May until September, Great Torrington experiences pleasant temperatures with much less rainfall than the other months of the year. The summer season is great if you plan to be out and about as the weather is consistent and remains comfortable.
If you are hoping for a hotter break to Great Torrington, it is warmest in July. Bear in mind however that England is notorious for its unexpected weather, but as long as the forecast behaves, you should be able to enjoy a warmer trip in the summer months.
