River View, Appledore

Devon. Sleeps up to 10

Detached good quality barn conversion sleeping 8/10 + travel cot

Delightful, individual property with river glimpses, just a short walk from the village and quayside.

Most attractive and peaceful location, with some village and estuary views. A short enjoyable stroll brings you to the centre of this charming village renowned for its bustling fisherman's quayside, cobbled streets, quaint shops, art/craft galleries and character pubs serving excellent meals. Fresh fish and boat trips are often available from the quay, which also offers an excellent vantage point from which to observe the passing maritime activities and lovely views across to the beach and water sports centre at Instow. A short drive brings you to the vast surf-washed sands, entertainments and Royal Golf Links of Westward Ho!, and the burrows, nature reserve and indoor pool and leisure centre at Northam. Horse riding stables and adventure school with tuition for outdoor activities including surfing, canoeing, abseiling etc are also nearby. The market town amenities at the Elizabethan port of Bideford and the Big Sheep theme park are each less than 5 miles away, with the dramatic National Trust coastline and footpaths around Clovelly and Bucks Mills also within a scenic 15 mile journey.

The property has been renovated and extended to high standards, using new and reclaimed materials to create an attractive, contemporary finish. Accommodation is furnished and equipped to a good standard, benefitting from double glazing and gas central heating throughout. Four bedrooms - spacious first floor dual-aspect master double with vaulted beamed ceiling, fitted wardrobes and fully tiled en-suite bathroom/wc, dual washbasins, Mira power shower, halogen spots, heated towel rail and limestone flooring. All other bedrooms are situated on the ground floor and comprise; dual aspect double with French doors leading to sun lounge, fitted wardrobes, en-suite bathroom/wc with Mira power shower, halogen spots, heated towel rail and ceramic flooring. Two children's rooms: twin bedded, and full size bunk-bedded with fitted wardrobes (camp bed available). Fully tiled, ground floor shower room/wc with Mira power shower in double cubicle, handbasin and heated towel rail, and additional separate wc with handbasin on first floor. All main reception areas occupy the first floor and offer spacious, light, open-plan living. Sitting area with modern remote controlled 'letterbox' inset real flame gas fire, TV, DVD and CD/radio (all served by surround sound system with recessed ceiling speakers), halogen spots, floor-to-ceiling windows offering limited river views depending on the foliage, large corner suite and French doors leading to a timber-decked, L-shaped fully enclosed balcony and sun-terrace with garden furniture. High quality, fully fitted kitchen area with integrated appliances in maple units including double elec cooker, separate five ring gas hob and stainless steel extractor, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer, granite composite sink, halogen spots and breakfast bar with four stools. Spacious adjoining dining area with solid oak table and benches, halogen spots, and French doors giving further access to the sun deck. Large, welcoming entrance/reception hall with occasional seating, staircase to first floor, and door to rear garden. Spacious and attractive ground floor sun lounge (accessed via hallway or upvc sound-proof doors from double bedroom with dual-aspect floor-to-ceiling windows, TV, DVD, selection of children's games, double bed-settee, conservatory furniture, bean bags and French doors to front driveway. Delightful grounds surround the property, offering a serene and peaceful haven in which to relax at the end of a busy day on the beach or exploring the diverse attractions of this Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. To the rear is an extensive, professionally landscaped, gently sloping rear garden with river glimpses, and gravel pathways bordered by railway sleepers, lawns, shrubs, flower borders, mature trees, level sitting area with table, chairs and sun loungers, and large deck with garden furniture and bamboo screening. Large gravelled drive to the front with five bar entrance gate and ample parking for four cars.

Friday changeover * All fuel costs inclusive * Maximum 6 adults * No pets * Bed linen inclusive * No smoking * Highchair available *  Trees and foliage may restrict views *

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