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Cottage |1 bedroom |Sleeps 2

Shirwell in Barnstaple

from £38 / night

This is the estimated nightly price based on a weekly stay. Contact the advertiser to confirm the price - it varies depending on when you stay and how long for.

£262–£609 / weekBookable online

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2 nights minimum stay

Changeover flexible

4.5 out of 5

2 reviews | Write a review

Key info  Swimming pool, car essential, pets welcome

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About the home

Ivy Cottage is the perfect getaway when you and your loved ones want to get away from it all: An idyllic retreat from the hustle and bustle of modern living.

Featuring an indoor heated swimming pool, a new games room, and country walks from the doorstep, you may not want to leave our rural idyll.

For the more active, an abundance of sandy beaches, Exmoor walks, traditional seaside villages and child-friendly attractions lie within easy reach.

Looking for a memorable summer holiday or the perfect getaway for a winter, spring or autumn break? Ivy Cottage is situated in a beautiful rural setting but within easy reach of all that North Devon has to offer.

Facilities

Further details outdoors:
We’ve plenty of things to do near Ivy Cottage without wondering too far afield...

You can't always predict the British Weather, we all know this, and just in case it’s not like the tropics outside, we have a 33ft long, indoor heated swimming pool for your enjoyment with changing room, shower and W.C.

Alongside the main pool and also indoors, is a toddler pool 0.65m (just over 2ft) deep where those who can't swim unaided can be supervised safely. Both are heated to a comfortable 28-31°C.

If you just want to chill out, slip into the Jacuzzi, perfect for relaxing and letting your troubles drain away. This is heated to between 36-40°C.

In case beach tennis is not enough – you can enjoy the real thing on our all-weather court right here at North Hill.

An indoor games room for the young and young at heart.

Children's play area

A safe play space with swingy, bouncy things for the very young.

8 acres of lawns and fields

Enjoy the freedom to roam or find the perfect hideway spot for a cream tea picnic amidst glorious views.

Footpaths – right from your door

No need to jump into the car to go exploring. You can tramp for miles along beautiful footpaths across the ancient Devon countryside. See wildlife, dam streams, hunt for wild strawberries and experience the colour and aroma of a bluebell wood in spring.

The charming historic Devon town of Barnstaple is only 5 miles away, and offers whatever shopping needs you have including chemists, pubs and supermarkets.

Further details

Ivy Cottage is one of nine cottages at North Hill but out of season you will frequently find you are the only ones using the pool or other facilities.

Outside peak season we offer short breaks of from 2 - 6 nights starting any day of the week that suits you.

Rental price includes central heating and electricity.

Conditions

Pets welcome at a charge of £25 for their entire stay.
Please no smoking in the cottages but smokers welcome and ashtray provided for external use.
1/3rd of rental fee due on booking and the balance eight weeks before your stay.

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Ivy Sitting Area with log burner

 

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4 Poster double bedroom

 

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30 degrees in the shade

 

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17th Century Farm Buildings

The West Country / Devon region

Everybody knows South Devon but North Devon is lesser known less crowded and has much better beaches with real yellow sand. The beaches are great for families and surfers alike and several of our beaches have been awarded Blue Flags.
The stunning beaches of North Devon and its world renowned reputation for wildlife, nature and beauty set a most amazing backdrop for the coastal towns and countryside villages that make up the area that is Devon.

Historic Barnstable dates back 1000 years and is a hub for great retail therapy. For nature lovers, see the puffins on Lundy Island or visit the Exmoor National Park to discover the most stunning views. The harbour, beaches and attractions in Ilfracombe have been attracting holiday makers in their droves since the Victorian era. There are so many places to visit in Devon - make sure you don't miss any.

The Barnstaple / Shirwell area

With so much to see and do in North Devon, you will be spoilt for choice. Discover fun filled days that will keep you and your little ones entertained and fascinated for hours on end. Whatever the weather there is an attraction or activity to suit, and plenty of retail therapy in our market towns. Whether you want to explore the coast or enjoy the best local food and drink North Devon has to offer, your journey starts here.

Barnstaple is the oldest borough in the country and is the commercial and agricultural centre of North Devon. A must visit for anyone seeking serious retail therapy. Saxons first settled in Barnstaple (Barum) over 1000 years ago; In 930 AD it was a Saxon stronghold serving as a market for the surrounding countryside.

Today it has a wonderful mixture of Victorian, Medieval and Georgian architecture and is proud to be a multiple winner of Britain in Bloom. Visit the Barnstaple Heritage Centre, sited in a fine Grade 1 listed building to learn more about the town's 1000 year history.

How to get there

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Leave the M5 at Junction 27 and follow the A361 to Barnstaple.

When you approach Barnstaple there are two options to get to North Hill.

Option 1 takes you through Barnstaple which can be very busy at peak times with slow moving traffic. This is the route if you want to visit Tesco or shops on the way in.

Option 2 bypasses Barnstaple and is recommended if you don’t want shops.

Option 1

As you approach Barnstaple turn right at the roundabout sign-posted A39 to Lynton and the Hospital. Follow signs to the Hospital which involves several roundabouts with right turns. Proceed until you see the hospital on your right and go straight through the lights. At this point I would recommend you switch off the SatNav as it will not take you to North Hill despite you having entered the right postcode.

Shortly after this turn left on the B3230 signposted Ilfracombe and Blakewell Fisheries. After about ½ mile turn right opposite the entrance to Blakewell Fisheries. After ¼ mile turn left signed North Hill and follow the mile long drive. Please take it slowly over the speed bumps. There are three strategically placed grass passing places on the right in the unlikely event that you meet any traffic.

Option 2

As you approach Barnstaple at the roundabout turn left signposted Bideford (A39) and Bude A361. At the Bishops Taunton Junction Roundabout go straight on. At Lake Roundabout turn right to Barnstaple and Ilfracombe A361. At Sticklepath Junction go straight on over the new bridge signposted Ilfracombe A361. Get in right hand lane as you approach lights and at second set turn right signposted Lynton A39 and Town Centre. At next lights filter and turn left signposted Lynton & Ilfracombe. At next lights opposite BP garage turn left signposted Lynton and Ilfracombe and Hospital.


Proceed until you see the hospital on your right and go straight through the lights. At this point I would recommend you switch off the SatNav as it will not take you to North Hill despite you having entered the right postcode.

Shortly after this turn left on the B3230 signposted Ilfracombe and Blakewell Fisheries. After about ½ mile turn right opposite the entrance to Blakewell Fisheries. After ¼ mile turn left signed North Hill and follow the mile long drive. Please take it slowly over the speed bumps. There are three strategically placed grass passing places on the right in the unlikely event that you meet any traffic.

Activities near Barnstaple

Reviews

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16 Mar 2013

“Great countryside” We have just spent a great week at North Hills it is so relaxing there. It is really close to everything but you feel like your in the middle of the countryside. There are some good eateries in the... more

11 Mar 2013

“Quiet and relaxing” A 5 night stay in one of the smaller cottages. We had a great time, quiet peaceful location with lovely country views.It was quiet which suited us fine, cottage clean and well equipped for two... more

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Rental prices

Prices for group size 2
Period	From	To	Weekly	Nightly rate		Minimum  stay
				Weekday	Weekend
Half Term	15 Feb 13	22 Feb 13	310£ 310	-	-	1 Week
	22 Feb 13	22 Mar 13	268£ 268	-	-	2 Nights
	22 Mar 13	29 Mar 13	321£ 321	-	-	2 Nights
Easter	29 Mar 13	12 Apr 13	378£ 378	-	-	1 Week
	12 Apr 13	17 May 13	342£ 342	-	-	2 Nights
	17 May 13	24 May 13	368£ 368	-	-	2 Nights
Spring Holiday	24 May 13	31 May 13	504£ 504	-	-	1 Week
	31 May 13	14 Jun 13	436£ 436	-	-	2 Nights
	14 Jun 13	21 Jun 13	447£ 447	-	-	2 Nights
Early Summer	21 Jun 13	5 Jul 13	483£ 483	111£ 111	116£ 116	3 Nights
	5 Jul 13	19 Jul 13	552£ 552	116£ 116	121£ 121	3 Nights
Summer Holidays	19 Jul 13	30 Aug 13	609£ 609	-	-	1 Week
Late Summer	30 Aug 13	6 Sep 13	520£ 520	-	-	1 Week
Late Summer	6 Sep 13	13 Sep 13	457£ 457	105£ 105	111£ 111	3 Nights
Early Autumn	13 Sep 13	20 Sep 13	410£ 410	935£ 935	100£ 100	3 Nights
Early Autumn	20 Sep 13	27 Sep 13	336£ 336	79£ 79	84£ 84	3 Nights
Autumn	27 Sep 13	18 Oct 13	294£ 294	69£ 69	74£ 74	3 Nights
Pre Half Term	18 Oct 13	25 Oct 13	326£ 326	74£ 74	79£ 79	4 Nights
Half Term	25 Oct 13	1 Nov 13	410£ 410	-	-	1 Week
Winter Low Season	1 Nov 13	20 Dec 13	263£ 263	58£ 58	63£ 63	3 Nights
Christmas/New Year	20 Dec 13	3 Jan 14	536£ 536	100£ 100	105£ 105	4 Nights

The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights

NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.

2013 prices for 2014 bookings taken before end June 2013

Christmas/New Year 2013. 10% discount on full week bookings taken before end June 2013

Payment by internet banking or cheque. No credit cards

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