About this property
This contemporary, detached cottage is set over three floors and sits in an idyllic, elevated position within the North Devon Heritage Coast Nature Reserve, just one mile from the serene seaside resort of Ilfracombe. Create unforgettable memories with friends and family at the incredible Valley View, which boasts breath-taking, 180-degree, panoramic views of rolling countryside. You will be spoilt by the gardens that surround the property, including lawns, flowers, a pond and two large sun decks to make the most of the views. After an exhilarating day of trekking the coastal path and exploring the surrounding landscape, hang up your coats, kick off your muddy shoes in the boot room and take one last glance at the exquisite scenery, before heading inside for a night of relaxation. Turn yourself into a Michelin-starred chef with the spectacular kitchen providing all the high-quality fixtures and fittings you could possibly need, including an inset stainless steel sink unit with mixer tap, an American-style fridge/freezer and Range cooker. Enjoy your meals in the adjacent dining room, which boasts a cosy wood burning stove and plenty of seating, the ideal place to bring everybody together. The bright and airy sitting room boasts triple aspect, south-facing windows, which provide awe-inspiring views, making the experience extra special. Head up the wooden staircase to the bright and spacious landing, with views down the valley, which doubles as a fun-filled games area, complete with table football and an assortment of children's games and toys. Get that all-important peaceful night's sleep in one of five sumptuously decorated bedrooms; the first-floor master bedroom showcases a dressing area with mirrored wardrobes, a delightful en-suite shower room and a Juliet balcony for added wow factor. The second master suite occupies the entire lower ground floor, with patio doors opening directly onto the lawn, as well as an en-suite shower room, complete with a state-of-the-art sauna for you to truly indulge and unwind in. On the ground floor, adjacent to the two ground floor bedrooms, you'll find the newly refurbished family bathroom, furnished to a superb standard, together with an additional shower room. Outside, there is a glorious sun deck, another real highlight of the property, offering plenty of space for outdoor entertainment, along with seating, a BBQ and yet more panoramic views across the valley. There’s even a six-seat hot tub for you to relax in and enjoy a glass of bubbly, while the two sun decks and south-facing aspect of the garden means you can soak up every last drop of sunlight. The property sits within the vicinity of some amazing beaches; just four miles away is the award-winning Woolacombe beach, one of the finest beaches in the West Country and a firm favourite with families and surfers. Alternatively, take time to wander the beautiful, private, formal gardens at your leisure. Valley View itself is nestled in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty; from the end of the drive is a footpath in both directions, linking to the scenic South West Coastal Path. Those who prefer to explore on wheels can find the Tarka Line Cycle route, running through the valley, while there are several fishing lakes in the unspoilt woodland, just a ten-minute walk from the property.
Head to Ilfracombe, approximately 1 mile away, and sunbathe on its glorious beach, stroll along the picturesque harbour and enjoy fine dining at one of the numerous eateries that have earned the town a well-deserved reputation as the foodie capital of North Devon. Woolacombe and its award-winning beach is just 4 miles away. Valley View makes for a memorable stay with your loved ones at any time of year.
The town of Ilfracombe lies on the North Devon coastline. It is a ten minute drive from Exmoor National Park, with its countryside and quaint villages. Ilfracombe has a heritage harbour and quay with pubs, restaurants and shops. Take a boat trip to Lundy Island. Ilfracombe is the centre for walking in England. To the east are Lynton and Lynmouth with its railway, to the west lie Clovelly and Hartland.
Accommodation
Over three floors.
Five bedrooms and four bathrooms: 1 x lower ground floor super king-size (zip/link, can be twin on request) with en-suite shower, basin, WC and infrared sauna, 1 x first floor king-size with en-suite shower, basin and WC, 1 x ground floor double, 1 x first floor twin, 1 x ground floor twin.
Ground floor bathroom with bath, shower over, basin and WC.
Ground floor shower room with shower, basin and WC.
Outdoor shower.
Kitchen open plan onto Dining room with woodburning stove.
Sitting room.
Upstairs large landing / games area with table football.
Sauna (accessed via lower ground floor en-suite shower room).
Outdoor warm water shower and 6 person hot tub.
Gas central heating with woodburning stove.
Gas range cooker with electric ovens.
American-style fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, coffee machine, Nespresso machine.
2 x Smart TV's with Freesat, DVD, DAB radio, WiFi, selection of books, games, DVDs and children's toys.
Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.
Egyptian cotton bed linen and towels included in rent.
2 x cots and 2 x high chair available on request.
Property also has stair-gates.
Ample off-road parking.
Electric Car charging available (included in rent).
Two large sun decks with outdoor furniture and parasols.
Gravelled BBQ and fire pit areas with further outdoor seating.
Large level lawn with goalpost for kids to enjoy a game of football.
Secure bike / surfboard storage available upon request.
Two well behaved dogs welcome.
No smoking.
Shop and pub 1 mile, beach 1.6 miles.
Note: This property has a 5pm check in time.
Note: Sorry, no stag, hen or similar.
Note: The garden is extensive and includes a pond and some steep drops and steps, children to be supervised at all times.
Reviews (40)
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Suzy
It also has a hot tub and a sauna, the latter of which we didn't use but kept meaning to! The garden was perfect for my dogs, one of which is blind and she loved lying out in the sun on the grass in her own little world! I brought loads of stuff with me as I didn't know what would be left in the house but actually, the owners and managers had pretty much thought of everything. Lovely comfortable beds, very cosy lounge area, towels and bedding supplied and there were even some dog bowls there which I didn't use as I had everything with me. My poor car didn't need to have been as overloaded as it was in the end! Would thoroughly recommend Valley View - loads of nice pubs and eateries all within a 10-15 mins drive, gorgeous beaches and scenery - just a really fabulous place to be. The manager Kevin and his wife Jackie live very close by and offered assistance, a very warm welcome and a surprise little gift package when we arrived - it's those little touches that mean everything.
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Vicki
The house itself is amazing. Beautifully positioned with stunning views across the valley. Tastefully decorated throughout and very homely. The beds were extremely comfortable, the bed linen was on a par, if not better than some top hotels weâve stayed in. The towels were thick and all colour coordinated each bathroom/bedroom. The kitchen was very well equipped and the washing machine and tumble dryer came in very handy after wet walks along the beach. There is plenty of seating inside and out for everyone and ample garden space. The fire pit and BBQ, whilst only used once due to weather, was great. We didnât use the sauna, which is situated off the ground floor bedroom but made very good use of the hot tub, even in the rain! The hot tub is maintained by Kevin three times a week. There are plenty of DVDâs (although we didnât watch any as took a Fire Stick with us), books and games at Valley View to keep everyone occupied. We absolutely loved being able to have fresh hen and duck eggs every day, which are collected and kept just outside the property and money can be left in an honesty tin along with extra logs and kindling if needed for the woodburner and fire pit. Parking was ample. We had two cars due to the amount of passengers/luggage and my Fiat 500 was not touched for the whole week, mainly due to passengers and comfort when going out, but also because itâs very steep and windy all around this area. Our family car is automatic and managed it very well but just be mindful if you have any mobility issues. Whilst the weather wasnât on our side for most of the week, we still managed to get out and about and enjoy the sights. A trip to Ilfracombe Harbour and seeing âVerityâ is a must and taking a trip up to St Nicholasâ Chapel and seeing the history there. We went for dinner at Antidote in Ilfracombe one evening which is a Michelin restaurant and highly recommended but booking well in advance is essential. Woolacombe beach and Saunton Sands are sandy beaches which stretch three miles each and are breathtaking (would look even more stunning whilst the sun was shining Iâd imagine) and itâs definitely a surfers paradise. The dogs thoroughly enjoyed these beaches and the sand dunes. Hele Mill for cream teas should definitely be on your list. The miller and his wife are very hospitable and the miller entertains all guests with puzzles and talking about the mill. The millers wife bakes all her own cakes and scones with the flour from this working mill. The history is amazing. Watermouth Castle was lovely, though rather eclectic, and remember to bring lots of loose change for all the old machines they have there. Outside the gardens are beautiful and the rides they have are mostly suited to younger children, probably under 10 Iâd say. We would highly recommend staying at Valley View. Kevin and Jackie were very helpful, ensured we had everything we needed to make our stay the best it could be - so thank you so much for that. Jackie even let our youngest collect the hen and duck eggs, whilst Claire who has horses in the field next door, let our daughter pet them and talked to her about them (she now wants one!). Everyone was very friendly and we were quite sad to leave. We will hopefully return. Huge thanks to Kevin and Jackie for your hospitality, your hard work in making our stay a pleasant one was much appreciated.
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Kirk
Our host Kevin was Fab , he gave us fab info on where to go for days out, and kept the jacuzzi in tip top condition, can not fault anything. Would highly recommend staying here.