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Shirwell Farmhouse

Barnstaple (4.5mls N), Devon
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Sleeps 10
Bedrooms 5
Bathrooms 2
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No Dogs
4 star
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Internet access
Games / Play facilities
Fishing on site / nearby
Family friendly
Parking on site / nearby
Decorated for Christmas
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • A spacious farmhouse style property in a great rural location, a perfect base for exploring North Devon
  • Ideal for families and extended groups of friends with a large kitchen and expansive outside space
  • Close to Barnstaple, Ilfracombe and Exmoor National Park and within easy reach of the golden beaches of Croyde and Woolacombe
Property code: SHIRW

This fantastic farmhouse is close to Devon’s famous golden coast offering miles of sandy beaches at Woolacombe, Croyde, Putsborough, Westward Ho! and Saunton. All are a paradise for surfers. Barnstaple is a short drive away and offers indoor shopping at Green Lanes arcade, a pannier market and theatre. At the town’s railway station, you can join the traffic-free Tarka Trail, perfect for cyclists and walkers. Bike hire is available from Fremington Quay. Also within easy reach are Combe Martin, Braunton Nature Reserve, Exmoor National Park, and coastal resorts such as Lynton and Lynmouth. You could also visit the picturesque town of Ilfracombe or take a day trip to Lundy Island. Fishing is available approximately three miles away.

On entering this splendid farmhouse, you will find yourself in the spacious and attractive kitchen/diner. The dining area has plenty of seating and is ideal whether you’re grabbing a snack or sitting down to a special meal. The stylishly designed kitchen is equipped with everything you may need and is fitted with granite work surfaces, a large island unit with electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer and microwave. There is also a utility room/pantry where you will find the washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, freezer, sink and additional electric oven. Leading on from the kitchen diner you will find an elegant lounge, a relaxing space with wood burner (first basket of logs included) and a Smart TV. There is also a comfortable second lounge, with TV/DVD and an open fire. You will also discover a games room with TV/DVD, PS2 games console, books and games for teenagers. There is also an impressive hallway, spacious and with occasional seating. Heading upstairs you will find five comfortable bedrooms. There’s a super king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request), two double rooms with king-size beds and two twins. The bathroom has a freestanding roll-top bath with hand-held shower attachment, separate shower and WC. There’s also a shower room with WC. There is also a seperate outside WC.

Stepping outside, you can relax in the large enclosed garden with level lawn areas, undercover garden furniture and BBQ also an enclosed outdoor play area with swings, slide and climbing frame.

 

  • 5 bedrooms: 1 super king-size zip-and-link (which can be made into a twin on request), 2 further doubles with king-size beds and 2 twins
  • 2 bathrooms - 1 with bath, separate shower with WC, 1 shower room with shower and WC, separate outside WC
  • Electric oven, hob, fridge/freezer and microwave
  • Utility room/pantry with sink, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, freezer and additional electric oven
  • Dining area with ample seating for 10 guests
  • Lounge with Smart TV wood burner (first basket of logs included), second lounge with TV/DVD and open fire
  • Games room with TV/DVD,PS2 games console, books and games for teenagers
  • Large enclosed garden with level lawn areas, garden furniture, BBQ and enclosed outdoor play area with swings, slide and climbing frame
  • Additional info: oil-fired Aga-style oven by arrangement October - Easter, May and Whitsun (dependent on the weather - not charged)
  • Location: beach 12 miles, shops, restaurants and pubs all within 4.5 miles
  • Parking for 4 cars
  • This property will be decorated for Christmas
  • Arrival: 14:30 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • Sorry, no dogs allowed
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £500 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £50. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Sarah Hardy

This property is personally managed by Sarah.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 6 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Dawn 25th May 2024

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Great location and plenty of space for large groups/families. House in lovely condition and the kids loved the big garden.

Reviewed by Stephen 29th October 2023

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A lovely traditional farmhouse that has been sympathetically and tastefully modernised but still has the AGA and the farmhouse kitchen dining table. Excellent location for exploring the National Park and the North Devon Coast. The enclosed garden was ideal for the children. The house is clean and well equipped with everything in good order. On arriRead moreval we found that the owners had left a cream cake for us in the kitchen which was a nice touch and much appreciated after our journeys. Hide

Reviewed by Paul 27th May 2023

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This is a lovely home for a family holiday. It is very spacious and well equipped, very clean and comfortable. It is also situated well to explore the area (Woolacombe, Lynton/Lynmouth, Croyde are all a fairly short drive away). We also really appreciated the cream tea which was very welcome after a long journey. We would definitely stay here againRead more and would recommend it to family and friends. Hide

Reviewed by Paulina 10th February 2023

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Had a lovely week celebrating my husband's 70th birthday, with 10 members of our family. A lovely spotlessly clean cottage with everything you could possibly need. Lots of things for the children to do including goal nets in the garden which Harry loved. We had a lovely walk over the fields and you are within reach of many lovely places. We went toRead more Ilfracombe, Lynmouth & Woolacombe which are a short drive away. A great family home. Hide

Reviewed by Margaret 22nd December 2022

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An excellent home for a holiday. Very roomy, clean and well equipped. The dishwasher broke down on Boxing Day. It was replaced before the end of the day. Impressive. Very friendly hosts, without being at all obtrusive. Highly recommended.

Reviewed by Helen 24th October 2022

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Fantastic place to stay. Went with large family of 10, children to seniors and farmhouse had everything we needed. Location was excellent30 mins to every beach in north Devon and the moors. Accommodation very comfortable and clean.

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