Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less) House-swap
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car essential Wheelchair access Nearest amenities: 3 km
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
LATE DEALS FOR JULY : CURRENTLY VACANT JULY WEEKS WILL ATTRACT A 25% DISCOUNT
THE SECOND WEEK OF A CONSECUTIVE TWO WEEK RESERVATION WILL BE CHARGED AT HALF PRICE ( full linen and towel change after first week ) . FREE MEMBERSHIP TO PENSTOWE MANOR LEISURE FACILITIES FOR FOUR GUESTS IS INCLUDED IN THIS OFFER .
WOOLFARDISWORTHY ( WOOLSERY ) NEAR CLOVELLY
Bideford 13 miles - Bude 13 miles.
The small village of Woolfardisworthy , two miles away along a quiet tree lined road , is situated in the heart of North Devon and offers guests a local shop and Post Office along with a warm, friendly pub ' The Farmer's Arms ' .
Hartland Forest Golf and Leisure Parc , within which the lodge is situated , is set in hundreds of acres of Forestry Commision woodland . The lodge is adjacent to the first tee of the golf course and has superb uninterrupted views over the course and to the open countryside beyond .
Six miles away along the ' Atlantic Highway ' ( Ten minutes by car ) is the village of Kilkhampton and Penstowe Manor .
The Property : 87 Hartland Forest
A lovely detached authentic Finnish lodge ( Designed , and built on site by Finnish professionals ) is situated within Hartland Forest Golf and Leisure Parc , 2 miles from Woolfardisworthy .
Finished to a standard of excellence , this charming, ground floor property offers well equipped, open plan accommodation with ensuite facilities and a delightful decked area , ideal for alfresco dining .
Onsite activities include an 18 hole golf course - the lodge is situated adjacent to the first tee with uninterrupted views over the golf course to the open countryside beyond .
The rental charge on this property includes free membership for four guests to the Penstowe Manor leisure facilities at Kilkhampton .
This is a perfect base from which to enjoy the Devon and Cornwall coastline and to explore all that the region has to offer.
The ' Eden Project ' is approximately one hour's journey from the lodge whilst Jamie Oliver's Restaurant at Watergate Bay and Rick Stein's Restaurants at Padstowe are fifty minutes away .
Accommodation
The lodge is built on one level .
There are three bedrooms : 1 x double with ensuite ( shower, basin & WC ) , 2 x twin . Bathroom with bath plus shower over, basin & WC . Open plan fitted kitchen with fridge , freezer , dishwasher , coffee maker , microwave et al ! Crockery and cutlery are all included as are all cooking utensils .
Dining area and lounge with two settees ( one of which doubles as a sofabed if more than six guests are present ) .
Amenities
Thermostatically controlled heating throughout . Electric oven & hob , microwave , fridge , separate freezer , coffee maker , dishwasher , colour TV with digibox , video , DVD , CD /MP3 / Radio . ELECTRICITY , BED LINEN , TOWELS INCLUDED IN RENT . On Site Golf Course and Bar available all year . Penstowe Manor leisure facilities ( included in rental ) open all year except Christmas Day .
Off road parking for 2 cars.
Decked area with furniture for relaxing or barbecues .
Sorry - no pets and no smoking .
Lounge Overlooking Golf Course
Front View
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The West Country / Devon region
Hartland Forest Golf & Leisure Parc nestles close to the Atlantic coast of North Devon which is steeped in a tradition of smuggling and wrecking , and famous for its timeless fishing villages , including Hartland and Clovelly which is just 5 miles away . Renowned the world over for its flower strewn cottages and steep cobbled footpath falling to the 14th century harbour , Clovelly should not be missed by visitors to Devon whilst Hartland Quay and its incredible geological features and beauty so impressed Walt Disney that it formed the backdrop to the opening of his film of Robert Louis Stevenson's ' Treasure Island ' .
Lundy Island can be visited by boat from Clovelly or Bideford Quay and is populated by just a few souls , many seals and puffins .
For garden and historic house enthusiasts , a visit to Hartland Abbey , Tapeley House and Gardens , Arlington Court , RHS Rosemoor Gardens and Marwood Gardens would be worthwhile .
The Atlantic ( Factory Shopping ) Village on the outskirts of Bideford offers ' Retail Therapy ' and Dartington Crystal at Torrington is well worth a visit .
The Burton Art Gallery at Bideford exhibits a variety of local works and also varied touring shows
There are many local potteries and craft studios to be found in surrounding villages.
Just a short drive along the Cornish coast are Tintagel , Boscatle , Crackington Haven , Polzeath , Port Isaac ( where ' Doc Martin ' is filmed ) , Rock and Padstow . ( The latter notable for its association with Rick Stein's eateries and as a former home to Sir Walter Raleigh - not necessarily in that order ! ) .
The whole of the Devon and Cornwall coastline is easily accessible from the lodge and offers unsurpassed holiday attractions for adults and children alike , throughout the year .
Bideford area
There are many local beaches and coves including Sandymouth Bay , Duck Pool , Bucks Mill , Bude , Northcott Mouth , Crooklets , Summerleaze and Widemouth Bay , Westward Ho! , Instow , Braunton and Saunton Sands.
Surfing is a popular pastime at many local beaches - British Surfing Association approved tuition is available at Bude.
At the Tamar Lakes there is a watersports centre offering sailing , windsurfing and canoeing . Rowing boats are also available for hire.
Sea shore fishing is accessible from many places including Clovelly , Hartland Quay and Appledore and sea fishing trips go out from Clovelly .
Coarse fishing locations include the Upper Tamar Lake , Jennetts , Melbury and Darracott reservoirs and trout fishing is available at Roadford and Colliford Lakes.
Wreck diving is available off Lundy.
A number of local stables offer horse riding along the coastal paths or cross country.
The Tarka Trail is a wonderful bike riding route and there are many local lanes to explore too .
Other nearby golf courses include Bude ( Links ) , Holsworthy , Royal North Devon ( Links ) , Great Torrington , Libbaton , Highbullen and Saunton ( Links ) .
There are many breathtaking walks including stretches of the Southwest Coastal Path , Tarka Country , Exmoor , Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor together with local country and woodland paths . A few local favourites are Bucks Mill , Broad Parkham , Peppercombe , Clovelly , Mouth Mill , Brownsham , Hartland Quay , Stoke , Hartland Point , and Bude's canal and cliffs.
Wildlife enthusiasts will enjoy the many local nature reserves and country parks which include Northam Burrows , Braunton Burrows , one of Europe's largest areas of sand dunes with important plants , Kenwith Valley Nature Reserve , Tamar Lakes ( the lower lake is an S.S.S.I. and a wildfowl refuge ) , Isley Marsh near Instow - 97 acres on the Taw estuary , Brownsham near Hartland ( also S.S.S.I ) , Halsdon near Dolton - ( S.S.S.I again ! ) , Welcombe and Marsland , Bucks and Keivills Wood and Lundy Island - 11 miles off the coast and which is owned by the National Trust.
How to get there
From junction 27 of the M5 take the North Devon Link Road (A361), bypass the town of Barnstaple on to the A39 towards Bideford and Bude. Cross the bridge at Bideford, bypassing the town and continuing towards Bude. Pass through Fairy Cross, Horns Cross and Bucks Cross and at Clovelly Cross, a roundabout with adjacent garage, continue straight on towards Bude. Four miles from this point you will come to the brow of a hill on Bursdon Moor, turn left signposted for Hartland Forest Golf Club. Follow this road for just over one and a half miles, ignore the sharp right bend and carry straight over the small junction signposted Hartland Forest, continue for 300 yards until you reach the entrance on your right. Follow the drive all the way to the main car park where Lodge 87 is directly facing you as you enter the car park . Travel time from junction 27 of the M5 is approximately one hour and fifteen minutes. From Barnstaple, twenty five miles distant, there is a sprinter train connecting to the Intercity rail service at Exeter, alternatively Tiverton Parkway, (Paddington to Penzance main line), is approximately a one hour fifteen minutes drive. Newquay Airport is approximately a one hour drive and Exeter Airport is approximately a one and a half hour drive.
Activities near Bideford
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf less than 15 mins walk Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Gym, Jacuzzi / Hot tub, Sauna, Indoor Pool, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, Video player, CD player, Pool / Snooker table, Table tennis, Games room
Sofabeds (1), Single beds (4), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 8, Lounge seating for 8, Sleeps maximum of 8
Other:
Linen and towels provided. Highchair available.
Access:
Wheelchair access, Parking space
Further details indoors: The Lodge was built in 2006 and fitted out to an extremely high standard and level of comfort and the interior walls and ' Cathedral ' ceiling are pine which makes for a superb living environment .
It is situated adjacent to the first tee of the golf course with uninterrupted views over the fairways to the open country beyond .
THE RENTAL IS INCLUSIVE OF FREE MEMBERSHIP FOR FOUR PEOPLE TO PENSTOWE MANOR LEISURE FACILITIES IN KILKHAMPTON 15 MINUTES FROM THE LODGE . THE PENSTOWE FACILITIES INCLUDE INDOOR AND OUTDOOR POOLS , RESTAURANT , BARS , ENTERTAINMENT ETC .
SHOULD THE DATES YOU REQUIRE BE UNAVAILABLE WE CAN DIRECT YOU TO AN ALTERNATIVE LODGE OWNER AT HARTLAND FOREST .
Further details outdoors: There are decked areas to the front and side of the Lodge which are ideal for barbecues or simply for sitting and enjoying the uninterrupted view over the golf course and beyond . The Lodge is situated in the middle of hundreds of acres of Forestry Commission land and there are innumerable and varied walks available to guests as a result .
Further details
A deposit of one third of the rental charge is payable at the time of booking . The balance of the rental is payable eight weeks before the date of occupation . In the event of cancellation , the deposit will be forfeited unless an alternative booking is made by a third party for the specific week / weeks originally agreed . The owner will make every effort to obtain an alternative booking in the event of cancellation .
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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15th September - 28th September
15 Sep 07
29 Sep 07
400£ 400
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29th September - 19th October
29 Sep 07
20 Oct 07
320£ 320
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20th October - 26th October
20 Oct 07
27 Oct 07
570£ 570
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27th October - 30th November
27 Oct 07
1 Dec 07
320£ 320
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1st December - 21st December
1 Dec 07
22 Dec 07
320£ 320
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22nd December - 4th January
22 Dec 07
5 Jan 08
550£ 550
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5th January - 21st March
5 Jan 08
22 Mar 08
300£ 300
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22nd March - 5th April
22 Mar 08
5 Apr 08
590£ 590
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5th April - 24th May
5 Apr 08
24 May 08
400£ 400
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24th May - 31st May
24 May 08
31 May 08
800£ 800
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31st May - 28th June
31 May 08
28 Jun 08
400£ 400
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28th June - 19th July
28 Jun 08
19 Jul 08
590£ 590
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19th July - 30th August
19 Jul 08
30 Aug 08
800£ 800
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30th August - 13th Sept
30 Aug 08
13 Sep 08
590£ 590
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13th Sept - 27th Sept
13 Sep 08
27 Sep 08
400£ 400
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27th Sept - 25th Oct
27 Sep 08
25 Oct 08
300£ 300
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25th Oct - 1st Nov
25 Oct 08
1 Nov 08
590£ 590
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Guestbook
David
We throughly enjoyed the lodge! It was perfect for our needs and one of the best examples of holiday accommodation we've ever stayed in. Our friends were more than happy with the cot and highchair . We will be recommending the lodge to anyone we know.
Thanks
Maria
David,
In addition to my wife's comments , I can say I was mad about the place myself ! Loved the interior set up and the location. I'm a keen golfer and it looked like millionaire's golf out there .
Dear David
Holiday lodge was excellent-clean and nicely presented. Weather was lovely from the Tuesday onwards and really felt we had a good break . We had a lovely time and the accommodation was the nicest we have stayed in on a self catering basis.
Regards
Linda
David
Thanks for the email hope you are well . Yes we had a very good holiday thank you especially the grandchildren The Lodge was 1st class plus loved it ! The weather was 2nd class minus unfortunately but 2 or 3 reasonable days . Thank you for your support much appreciated .
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Advertiser joined: 6 Jun 2007 This property added: 6 Jun 2007