Roundhouse near Barnstable

Property Summary
The Roundhouse is the perfect base whether you want to explore all North Devon has to offer or just relax on our beautiful site. You can swim in our outdoor heated pool, meet the animals or just find a quiet corner in the garden to enjoy a glass of wine or a book.


Main Description
The Roundhouse is a ground-floor property with a private entrance. It is one of six cottages on our site, attached to the Grain Store and Threshing Barn. The Roundhouse is all on one level, with no internal steps.

The private entrance leads directly into the open-plan living, dining, and kitchen area. The living room is spacious, featuring a smart TV and comfortable leather sofa and chair. A solid beech breakfast bar separates the living and kitchen areas, allowing for easy conversation while cooking or dining together.

The kitchen is equipped with a fridge/freezer, microwave, and electric cooker (grill, main oven, and hob). The cupboards are well-stocked with crockery, cutlery, glasses, and pans.

The spacious bedroom with a double bed offers views of the gardens. There is a shower room with a shower, toilet, and sink.

The cottage includes a small utility cupboard with a washer/dryer for the exclusive use of Roundhouse guests.

In addition to the private use of the Roundhouse, guests have shared access to several on-site facilities:

Outdoor heated swimming pool: Available for guests from May half-term until the end of September.
Games room: Enjoy a game of table football or table tennis.
Gardens: Shared access to 2 acres of gardens surrounding the cottages, with picnic benches, garden chairs, and BBQs available for dining or relaxation.
Car parking: One parking space is provided in our shared parking area.

Indoor Description
This has not been completed by the owner.

Outdoor Description
We offer 2 acres of gardens for guests to relax or play. Mature shrubs and trees create smaller, secluded areas, perfect for finding a quiet spot to read while children play nearby. The shared games room and outdoor play area provide opportunities for children to play together and make new friends.

The outdoor swimming pool is open from May half term until the end of September from approx 9am - 8pm.
Our new pool heater keeps the water at a comfortable 28 degrees C, perfect for swimming for all ages, including the littlest swimmers.
The pool measures 11.5m by 5m and is 1.68m deep at its deepest point.
Free use of the swimming pool is included with your cottage rental.
There is no booking system for the pool; it is a shared facility open to all guests.

The games room is open 24/7 (please keep noise to a minimum after 9pm).
Popular activities include table tennis and table football.
There are toys and games for toddlers and younger children.
We offer a large selection of books for you to borrow and enjoy in the gardens or your cottage.
All toys and games are free to use, with no hidden charges.
Beach item library: borrow buckets, spades, and windbreaks for your beach trips.

Guests can freely enjoy and explore our 2 acres of gardens.
Garden chairs and picnic benches are available for relaxing or outdoor dining (you can move them to your preferred spot).
We offer BBQs for you to borrow; charcoal available to purchase onsite.
Take a short stroll along our stream or splash in its waters.
The mix of open grass areas and mature trees provides sunny spots and shady retreats.

We frequently have home-grown fruit, vegetables, and eggs available for purchase.
Enjoy seasonal produce that has traveled food meters, not food miles.
We take pride in growing our own food and are always happy to show you around our gardens and share tips.
The eggs we sell on-site come from our own small flock of hens.

Parking
Parking available for 1 car in shared parking area

Pets Description
This has not been completed by the owner.

Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.

Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.

Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.

The region

Barnstaple is the historic capital of North Devon, a lively market town on the River Taw estuary with over 1,000 years of recorded history and excellent amenities.

One of the oldest boroughs in England, Barnstaple has been a centre of trade and commerce since Saxon times. The town retains much of its traditional character, with a fine medieval Long Bridge spanning the River Taw, a bustling high street, and a wealth of independent shops alongside familiar high street names. It is the principal town of North Devon and serves as the gateway to some of the finest beaches and countryside in the south-west.

Shopping and Markets

The Pannier Market is at the heart of Barnstaple life. Housed in a handsome Victorian covered hall dating from 1855, it hosts a general market on Tuesdays and Saturdays, a crafts market on Mondays and Thursdays, and an antiques and collectables market on Wednesdays and Fridays. Immediately alongside, Butchers Row is a Grade II listed arcade of specialist food shops -- originally the town's meat market -- now home to a butcher, delicatessen, cheesemonger, and other artisan food retailers.

The town centre has a good mix of well-known high street retailers and excellent independents, plus a large Green Lanes Shopping Centre. There is also a retail park on the outskirts with larger stores.

Culture and Heritage

The Museum of Barnstaple and North Devon tells the story of the area from prehistoric times to the present day, with displays covering local wildlife, the Devon pottery tradition, and the town's maritime heritage. Queen's Theatre, a beautifully restored Victorian playhouse, hosts a year-round programme of drama, music, comedy, and cinema.

Long Bridge, which crosses the River Taw, dates from the 13th century and is one of the longest medieval bridges in Britain. A walk along the riverside offers pleasant views across the estuary, with wading birds and the occasional seal to look out for.