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7 Nights  

  • £360  to  £850

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Short Breaks From

  • £138 p/night
    (3 night min all year)

Key Information

  • Sleeps

    4

  • Bedrooms

    2 Rooms

  • Min Nights

    3 (all year)

  • Children

    Yes

  • WiFi

    Yes

  • Dogs

    Yes
    2 Dogs

  • Bathrooms

    1

  • Access
    G

    Ground floor
    Living

  • Swimming Pool

About Tarquol Cottage

Tarquol Cottage is part of a collection of five holiday properties at Stowford Lodge. The cottage accommodates four guests and is perfect for family holidays. Guests have access to six private acres of land that include a children’s play area, football field, woodland path, and indoor swimming pool. Despite its peaceful, rural setting, Stowford Lodge is only three miles from the centre of Great Torrington.

Great Torrington is the ideal place to stay to see all the best sites in North Devon. The small town has a friendly atmosphere and a thriving arts scene which you can see for yourself at places like Dartington Crystal and the art gallery in the historic Pannier Market, or experience first-hand by creating your own work of art at Tarka Pottery. The nearby RHS Garden, Rosemoor, is impressively beautiful and an absolute must for keen gardeners. The town has a good variety of supermarkets, shops and pubs. The more substantial town of Barnstaple, where there are more amenities and a good market, is around a twenty minute drive away.

It would be a shame to visit North Devon without immersing yourself in the stunning scenery. Walking and cycling are particularly popular, and it is possible to find a trail that is appropriate for any level of ability. The Tarka Trail runs for eleven miles from Great Torrington to Bideford and is suitable for the whole family as it has a smooth tarmac surface and is virtually flat. The path starts a mere quarter of a mile from Tarquol Cottage, and you can hire a bike locally if you do not bring your own on holiday with you.

In addition to great bike rides, there are some wonderful walks that wend their way around the region. A good example is a walk that starts at the car park in Torrington and goes around the golf course and up gorse-covered Furzebeam to Rice Point where your efforts are rewarded with remarkable views. The Hartland Peninsula offers more footpaths, including some incredible cliff-top paths, or you could wander through pretty villages such as Appledore, Instow and Clovelly.

Devon’s world-famous beaches are less than half an hour’s drive from Tarquol Cottage. Bude and Westward Ho! are two of the better-known beaches, with the former being a favourite place to learn to surf with its excellent surfing schools and favourable conditions. There are some superb golf courses near Tarquol Cottage, as well as clay-pigeon shooting, 4WD tracks and paint-balling. If the children still have any energy left after a day of fun activities, let them run it off on the football pitch at Stowford Lodge while you relax with a cold drink and a barbecue.

Contact the owner

Owner details:

Richard Jones joined Independent Cottages in October 2017


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Amenities / Facilities

  • Swimming Pool
  • Off-Road Parking
  • Cot
  • Highchair
  • Bike Storage
  • Golf Nearby
  • Garden/ Outside Area
  • DVD Player
  • Washing Machine
  • Tumble Dryer
  • Microwave
  • Dish washer
  • Shower
  • Bath
  • Horse Riding Nearby
  • WiFi
  • Farm Stay
  • Eco / Green

Location (Devon)

Well presented, Tarquol Cottage offers plenty of space to relax and unwind with access out onto the play area from the back of the cottage. Possibly suitable for those with limited mobility, the cottage offers single level accommodation.

Accommodation Comprises:

  • Open-plan living area with space to cook, dine and relax.
  • Sitting area with comfy seating, television, DVD player and dining table seating four.
  • The kitchen area is fitted with an electric cooker, microwave, fridge (with ice compartment) and dishwasher so that you do not have to do any more than is necessary.
  • Double bedroom with access outside.
  • Twin bedroom with two single beds.
  • Family bathroom with shower over bath, WC and handbasin.

Outside - The outdoor amenities at Stowford Lodge are fantastic. Guests can enjoy:

  • Heated indoor swimming pool that is open April to October inclusive.
  • One-acre grass field with football goals and rugby posts - ideal for family sports competitions!
  • Children's play area with trampolines, swings and a large climbing frame.
  • Orchard and woodland area with walking trail.
  • Use of a barbecue.
  • Off-road parking.
  • Secure storage for bikes and surfboards.
  • Stowford's resident animals include two Dartmoor ponies.

Additional Information:The cottage has central heating and free unlimited WiFi throughout. All utilities, linen and towels are included and Well behaved dogs are accepted by prior arrangement. No smoking. Short breaks are available throughout the year.

Tarquol Cottage Tariff & Supplementary Information

Bedroom Configuration:
Sleeps 4 in 2 bedrooms (1 Double & 1 Twin)
Children:
Yes
Dogs/Pets:
2 dogs welcome
Accessibility:
Ground floor accommodation
Smoking:
No smoking
Prices for 7 nights:
From £360
To £850
Preferred Arrival Day:
Flexible
Payment Options:
Credit / Debit Card, Bank Transfer
Booking Conditions:
Please refer to the owner for accessibility requirements, booking terms / conditions and cancellation policy.
Help combat online fraud. Speak to the owner on our officially verified number: +44(0)7974 771406 before paying by bank transfer.
Please discuss any requirements regarding your pet(s) with the property owner.
Children must be supervised when around / using the swimming pool.
Independent Cottages recommends that you take out holiday cancellation insurance.

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Richard Jones
Member Since October 2017

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