Chauffeur’s Cottage, Martinhoe

Property Summary Chauffeur’s Cottage offers an ideal base for those wishing to explore this wonderful part of the North Devon coastline. Sleeping 2 guests. Accessed by private driveway, the cottage has a private sunny patio with wonderful sea and valley views. Pet friendly with secure shared garden and free parking. Main Description This single-storey cottage is one of only three holiday cottages in this large character building situated in the peaceful and idyllic splendour of Exmoor National Park. Offering spectacular sea and valley views, this delightful cottage is tucked into a hillside overlooking the the Heddon Valley, considered one of Exmoor’s most beautiful valleys, in the heart of the National Park. Hunters Inn – one of Exmoor’s most famous character Inns is situated in the valley and is a short walk from the cottage. Sleeps up to 2 guests One bedroom with King-size bed Open plan living-dining room with wood-burning stove Large en-suite bathroom with bath and separate shower Bed linen and towels provided Superfast wifi, heating and electricity included Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each Character pub within walking distance Shared laundry facility Cot available on request Saturday changeover for week-long bookings Short breaks may be available Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am Chauffeur’s cottage has a kitchen, bathroom, sitting room, double bedroom and private patio with seating and wonderful views. Outside, there is a secure parking and shared garden for all three cottages. A covered front patio leads directly into the comfortable living/ dining room with fireplace and wood-burning stove. The kitchen has everything you will need for preparing meals including large integrated fridge freezer, oven, dishwasher, microwave and coffee machine. An attractive bedroom with a king-size bed and a spacious en-suite bathroom with bath and walk-in shower completes the accommodation. Indoor Description Ground floor: Living/dining room with wood-burning stove, smart TV with Freesat, DVD player and DAB Radio with dock for iPhone. Kitchen with electric oven and induction hob, microwave, large fridge/freezer, dishwasher and coffee machine. Washing machine, tumble dryer and payphone in shared utility area. Bedroom with king-size bed, DAB radio/alarm and large en-suite bathroom with bath, separate walk-in shower, WC and basin. Facilities and services: Linen and towels provided. Central heating. Wood-burning stove. No smoking. Free Superfast Wi-Fi. Travel cot available. Garden furniture. Shared laundry facility. Outdoor Description There’s a private patio directly outside the property with seating and wonderful views. There is also a secure shared garden for exclusive use of guests of the 3 cottages (Chauffeur’s Cottage and two neighbouring holiday cottages, one sleeps 2 and one sleeps 4). Chauffeur’s Cottage provides a peaceful escape, allowing guests to immerse themselves in the beautiful Exmoor countryside. Enjoy stunning views of the valley and out to sea. Nearby footpaths offer inspiring walks along sea cliffs with breathtaking coastal scenery. The Heddon River winds through a wooded valley to Heddons Mouth beach, all easily accessible from the cottage. Explore famous local beauty spots, including the twin coastal villages of Lynton and Lynmouth, the Doone Valley, Watersmeet, and Porlock Weir. Discover magnificent high cliffs, hidden sand and shingle coves along the dramatic Exmoor coast, with wide sandy surfing beaches at Woolacombe and Croyde just a short drive away. Parking Off-road parking for 1 car in the parking area in front of the cottage. Electric car charging points are available in the Heddon Valley, at Parracombe Stores and in Lynmouth. Charging from the domestic supply at the cottages is not permitted. Pets Description Up to 2 dogs welcome for £20 each. Dogs must not be left alone in the cottage at any time. Restricted mobility The property is all on the ground floor, therefore may be suitable for guests with restricted mobility. An Access Statement is available. Exit in case of emergency Alarms will sound in the event of a fire. Emergency lighting will switch on in the event of a power cut. Fire resistant doors are fitted on bedrooms and kitchens. Exit doors are fitted with thumb-turn locks, to enable key-less exit from the property. If you discover a fire within the cottages evacuate the premises and, if it is safe to do so, dial 999 from the utility room. Alert us of the fire by calling 753987 – free. Fire extinguishers and fire blankets are provided in the kitchen of each cottage and in the laundry room. Use them if it is safe to do so, but always ensure your exit is clear. Do not put yourself at unnecessary risk. Do not re-enter the cottages to retrieve personal possessions. Christmas / New Year For Christmas and New Year bookings we can supply a real tree and decorations if you wish and various additional seasonal items in our welcome pack. The region Parracombe is a peaceful village tucked into the Heddon Valley on the northern edge of Exmoor National Park, midway between Lynton and Combe Martin. Surrounded by steep wooded hillsides and open moorland, this is a quiet, unspoilt corner of Devon where red deer graze in the fields and the pace of life slows right down. The nearby hamlet of Martinhoe perches high on the Exmoor coast with dramatic cliff views across the Bristol Channel to Wales. Together, Parracombe and Martinhoe make a superb base for exploring Exmoor’s finest walking country, hidden valleys, and spectacular coastline. Village Amenities Parracombe has the Fox and Goose pub, a traditional village inn serving food and drink, and the beautiful old Church of St Petrock, a remarkably preserved medieval church saved from demolition by the campaigning of John Ruskin in 1879. The village is surrounded by scattered farms and quiet lanes ideal for gentle strolls. Nearby Towns Lynton and Lynmouth are approximately 5 miles to the east, offering a good range of shops, cafes, restaurants, and the famous cliff railway. Combe Martin is approximately 5 miles to the west, with a sandy beach, shops, and the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park. Blackmoor Gate, at the junction of the A39 and A399, is just 2 miles away. For larger supermarkets, Barnstaple is approximately 15 miles away with Tesco, Sainsbury’s, and most high street shops. Ilfracombe is approximately 10 miles away with a good range of independent shops and a small supermarket.