With a 3-acre field specifically for dog walking, this impressive country house takes the lead for special celebrations or holidays with friends, including four-legged ones, in the North Devon countryside. The ‘Little White Town’ of Bideford (1.5 miles) is within easy reach where you can join the Tarka Trail for traffic-free walks or explore the fragrant flowers of Victoria Park.
This magnificent Georgian property will get tails wagging with its acres of parkland and woodland, spacious rooms and wonderful views. You have three reception rooms, all individually designed with relaxation in mind. Play board games in the library, enjoy the latest blockbuster in the lounge or curl up with a good book and your hound in the morning room as logs blaze in the wood burner. The farmhouse kitchen is a cook’s dream with everything you need to create delicious dinners. For formal dining, share meals in the elegant dining room underneath the chandeliers. There are 11 luxurious bedrooms, all enjoying en-suite facilities, one of which is situated on the ground floor. Venturing outside, the property nestles in about 5 acres of park and woodland. Enjoy an al fresco meal at the two large picnic benches. There is also croquet, an on-site tennis court, and games room with ping pong table and pool table. There is also a 3-acre enclosed field in front of the main house available for exercising your four-legged friends off the lead.
Ideally situated to explore the North Devon coast and countryside, there are many dog-friendly attractions within easy reach. Bound along the beach and sand dunes at Instow (5 miles) where dogs are welcome all year round. Explore the spectacular gardens of Tapeley Park (4.5 miles) or National Trust-owned Arlington Court (20 miles). Discover the rock pools and coastal path at Westward Ho! (4.5 miles) and enjoy a drink in one of the dog-friendly pubs.