Pets welcome Suitable for children No smoking at this property Self-catering
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A GREAT CHOICE ALL YEAR ROUND! On our beautiful North Devon Coast, Port of Call is a large, comfortable two bedroom ground floor apartment in a new development of similar high spec contemporary properties constructed just a few years ago on the site of the popular former Rockham Hotel in Mortehoe village.
The spacious open living space spans front to back with the front being nearly all glass with patio doors looking out across the road to the car park and National Trust land beyond. There is a glimpse of the sea to the far left. You can walk to the nearest local beach at Rockham Bay which is great for rock pools and bathing. The surf beaches in the sister village of Woolacombe are at the bottom of the hill just a short hop by car or a pleasant walk of about a mile.
Port of Call is in “walkers paradise” with the coast path stretching in both directions and the beauty of Morte Point is on your doorstep! The village has great local pubs serving good locally produced food and real ales, tea rooms, church, Heritage Centre, Post office, fish and chips, grocers, gift shop, restaurant and deli selling clotted cream ice creams in about 12 different flavours!
Outside showing the front of the apartment
Living room
Living/dining room
Master en suite bedroom
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The West Country / Devon region
Situated in North Devon, along England’s western coastline, lie some of Europe’s finest and cleanest beaches, ideal for both families with children and water sports enthusiasts. The village of Woolacombe can be found along this spectacular golden coastline of soft sandy beaches, flanked by the dramatic headlands of Baggy Point and Morte Point.
Almost two miles of golden sands stretch from Putsborough in the south to Woolacombe village itself offering plenty of space for everybody. Bathing is particularly safe in the shallow waters which are patrolled by lifeguards during the main summer season.
The small settlement of Mortehoe is a pretty stone built village mentioned in the Doomsday Book. The village features several tea rooms and pubs, a thirteenth century church and Mortehoe Heritage Centre which recounts the areas rich maritime history. Mortehoe is also the starting point for many scenic walks along this dramatic stretch of coastline. Just north of the village and reached only on foot, is Rockham Beach lying at the base of the 100 ft cliff, an ideal location for a peaceful day on the beach. A picturesque village on a surf spot, what more could you want!
Woolacombe Bay / Mortehoe area
The North Devon Area Gateway to the Heritage Coast. In an area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, nestling snugly amongst the rugged cliffs of the majestic Atlantic coast lies the town of Ilfracombe. The beautiful and breathtaking scenery of the North Devon coast surrounds this charming natural harbour.
The resort has been popular since the 1830’s when the Victorians started to visit the area and much of the architecture today is a reminder of the Victorian era. Many of the large, elegant buildings, have since been converted into quality hotels.
The town has grown up around an ancient harbour where today fishing vessels share anchorage with pleasure craft, and from where the M.S. Oldenburg regularly sails to Lundy Island, twelve miles off the coastline. With its array of shops, cafes and bars, Ilfracombe has an almost continental atmosphere.
Ilfracombe is the base for many varied festivals. The town has a growing reputation for its floral displays and has been the proud winner of many coveted awards in the “Britain in Bloom” Competition. Each year the streets are awash with colour from June to October with baskets, tubs and planters everywhere.
Things To Do North Devon has a wealth of things to do during your stay. With some of the best beaches in Europe, including some of the finest surfing beaches, you can either relax and sunbath or take part in exhilarating water sports.
In the Area Mortehoe and Woolacombe are within an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty (AONB), providing wonderful walks including the beautiful South West Coast Path. In early May you can join in guided walks in the North Devon and Exmoor Walking Festival.
The Tarka Trail (180 miles of walking and cycling routes through stunning countryside) offers the energetic a perfect opportunity to explore the highways and byways of North Devon. You can download a range of easy-to-follow cycle route to print out and enjoy.
Exmoor National Park also offers the walker a unique landscape to explore with added bonus horse trekking expeditions for those with equestrian interests.
For total peace and quiet and a truly memorable experience there is Lundy Island, a three mile long island, 12 miles off the North Devon coast. A paradise for wildlife watchers it also has a marine reserve which you can dive off.
North Devon also has several golf courses, with the champoinship courses at Saunton and the Royal course at Westward Ho! Locally we have courses at Easewell and Willingcott.
Gardens The mild climate in North Devon means we have some wonderful gardens to visit. Marwood Gardens is a delight. Arlington Court (NT) has large gardens and the house of the Chichester family. Docton Mill in Hartland is in a delighful valley. RHS Rosemoor gardens at Great Torrington have matured into a selection of specialist areas as well as the original gardens.
Activities For the energetic why not have a go at Quad Biking, Clay Pigeon Shooting, Indoor Climbing, Paintball and Sailing.
Attractions The area also has a wealth of attractions including, The Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park, Milky Way, The Big Sheep, Dartington Crystal, Torrington 1646, Clovelly village and Watermouth Castle.
I hope this has helped you find things you would like to do while staying in North Devon.
How to get there
DIRECTIONS FROM M5 TO OVERCOMBE, SUNNYCLIFFE COURT, MORTEHOE, EX34 7DP
From the M5 take Junction 27 onto the A361 to Barnstaple.
You will be directed around the link road and out of town again on the A361 to Braunton and Ilfracombe.
Go through Braunton and continue for another 10 minutes or so until you reach a roundabout where you take a left for Woolacombe as signed.
Continue following the signs to Woolacombe, and down the hill to the sea front.
Turn right along the esplanade keeping the sea on your left and pass the Tourist Information Centre on your right. Drive along the esplanade. At the far end before the road begins to climb to Mortehoe you will see the Watersmeet Hotel overlooking Combesgate Beach. The road passes round the back of the hotel and starts climbing the hill to Mortehoe.
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Exeter: 110 km
Railway:
Barnstaple: 22.5 km
Ferry:
Plymouth: 160 km
Activities near Woolacombe Bay
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 A winter sun break Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
DVD player
General:
Central heating, Video player, CD player, Satellite TV
Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Balcony / Terrace
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: A well planned kitchen is at the other end of the living space and houses integrated full size dishwasher, washer/dryer, 50/50 fridge freezer, electric double oven and gas hob and microwave. There is a Freeview TV, DVD, PS2 and games, Stereo, CDs and MP3 player.
The master bedroom has a king size bed, “wet room” style en-suite, Freeview TV and has patio doors to the front. The spacious second bedroom has twin beds and is to the side.
There is an impressive family bathroom with really contemporary fittings, good lighting and large mirrors inlaid in the tiling. This has probably the highest specification of all my properties!
Further details outdoors: At the rear of the kitchen there is even a small enclosed courtyard ideal for that morning coffee and great for those bringing a dog.
Further details
Available to rent for the week. This property can be booked as a short break if booked within 2 weeks of the holiday date and not in school holidays.
Conditions
Booking form and 25% deposit required if booking outside 8 weeks. if booking is made within 8 weeks of the holiday then a booking form and full payment is required.
Rental rates
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Contact details for the advertiser of home 81558
Name:
Madeleine Palmer
Company:
Holiday Home Hunter
Tel:
+44 (0)1271 870067
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