Culloden House

The highlights

• A lovingly restored 19th century abode with period features and plenty of modern comforts.
• The home is spread over three floors, so there’s plenty of room for a group of 16 to stretch out.
• The outdoor space encourages alfresco dining when the weather’s fair.
• Where better to enjoy the coastal views than from the private hot tub?
• All beds can be arranged as a super-king or as two singles.
• Westward Ho! Beach is only a 10-minute walk away.

You should know

• Pets may be allowed upon request.
• Parking is available on the premises.

The detail

You’ll find this Victorian-era residence on Fosketh Hill, just a 10-minute walk from the Blue Flag Westward Ho! Beach. The abode is spread over three floors, so there’s plenty of room for a large family or group of friends to spread out and feel at ease. Mod-cons and sumptuous furnishings mean comfort is guaranteed, while sea views and access to a private hot tub make this place a stay to remember.

Drop your bags and get settled in the reception room or lounge, where large windows allow sunlight to fill the space and high ceilings add a sense of grandeur. The velvet sofas invite you to sit back, relax and watch your favourite show on the smart TV. In the clutter-free kitchen, you’ll have everything you need to flex your culinary skills before serving up your creations in the grand dining room.

Upstairs, you’ll encounter eight bedrooms with flexible sleeping options – each bed, dressed in high-quality linens, can be arranged as a super-king or two singles upon request. The main bedroom steals the show with its freestanding bathtub for a well-deserved bubble bath at the end of the day. Six full bathrooms and one half bathroom complete the property.

If the weather is on your side, spend all afternoon relaxing outside on the decking at the rear of the home. Soak up the vistas from the hot tub or tuck into lunch at the alfresco dining table, then head down to the sands for a sunbathing session or a brisk sea swim.

Restaurants, cafes and fish and chip shops are within easy walking distance of the front door, and the South West Coast path, the UK's longest and best-loved national trail, is just seven minutes away on foot. For those interested in exploring the wider area, drive 10 minutes to the town of Bideford or 35 minutes to the moorland and woodland of Exmoor National Park.

Features

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