Friends Farmhouse is a wonderful 300-year-old getaway.
The house is full of gorgeous period features dating back to the 1750s.
There are eight brilliant bedrooms to enjoy.
This property is great for larger parties dreaming of a sociable holiday.
Welcome to Friends Farmhouse!
A stunning period fireplace sits in the centre of the main sitting-room. You will find bedroom three and four leading off of this room.
Snuggle up in front of the fire on the lavish velvet sofas, the kitchen and dining-room are accessed through the door to the right.
The thick walls and low ceilings make this room incredibly cosy.
A gorgeous wooden beam runs across the second sitting-room's ceiling.
There are plenty of little nooks to discover around the house.
This room comes equipped with a fabulous Smart TV and leads to the second kitchen along with bedroom one and two.
The gorgeous kitchen and dining-room are great for sociable evenings together.
Gather around the fabulous dining-table and enjoy delicious meals together.
The modern kitchen has everything you'll need on your holiday.
The small breakfast-bar is a great place to enjoy your morning coffee.
The second kitchen gives you even more room to prepare delicious meals.
A delightful single bed is accompanied by a handy trundle bed in bedroom one.
What a cosy place to wake up!
Between bedroom one and two on the ground floor you will find a small but functional family bathroom.
Bedroom two comes with fantastic 'zip and link' single beds that can combine into a super-king double bed.
Treat yourself on holiday!
Bedroom three is only for little ones, with two charming two-foot six-inch single beds.
Bedroom three also comes equipped with a fantastic en suite shower-room.
Bedroom four also has a single bed with a trundle bed underneath it.
Relax and unwind in this fabulous retreat.
Bedroom four also has an en suite.
The main staircase up to the first floor.
Stairs from the kitchen leading up to bedroom five.
Bedroom five houses another 'zip and link' super-king with a chic en suite.
Every room is beautifully furnished.
Bedroom five enjoys a wonderful en suite with a double vanity unit!
The landing links all the bedrooms together, however it's so large the children of the family will love sitting together and nattering in the morning.
A gorgeous double bed sits in the centre of bedroom six.
Gorgeous countryside views.
Stunning period furniture can be found all over the house.
Bedroom seven has another fabulous 'zip and link' super-king.
Enjoy breakfast from the comfort of your luxurious bed.
Bedroom eight houses a wonderful king-size bed.
Wake to the morning sun creeping in through the window.
A beautiful family shower-room completes the first floor.
Enjoy the Devonshire sunshine on the wonderful lawn.
The patio at the rear of the house is perfect for al fresco dining.
Enjoy the sunshine on the newly added wooden dining area.
A garage is attached to the property but not for public use.
Enjoy the sand dunes at Woolacombe, a former Britain's best beach winner.
Head over to the surfing hotspot of Croyde.
The pretty town of Bideford is only a short car journey away.
Hartland Point is home to some incredible views.
North Devon Wake Park is great for thrill seekers.
Friends Farmhouse
50504.2 miles SW of Bideford | Sleeps 16 + 4 cots*
25% off for parties of 8 + 4 cots or less and 30% off for parties of 6 + 4 cots or less at certain times of the year, view offer...
7 Nights from £1680
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
This family-run 13th Century pub is set in the heart of Devonshire countryside. Fitted with a traditional yet clean interior, the Coach and Horses provides a cosy setting to enjoy home-cooked food and a range of well-kept ales. Using locally-sourced produce and presenting daily specials, this pub has been recommended by the Good Pub guide.
Nearby beach
Two miles of sand stretching into the distance backed by a pebble ridge which divides the beach from Northam Burrows Country Park, a magnificent stretch of salt marsh, grassland and dunes.
October 2024
Beautiful
Had a lovely day out here. Weather was nice and sunny for October. Beach was fantastic, bit rocky to get onto the sands but once on the sands dogs loved it. Lots of people with dogs on the beach. Nice walk along the front too and a couple of bars and eating places but a lot were shut as it’s probably end of season.
September 2024
A step back in time
It’s seen better days, quite dated, feels like you’ve gone back to the seventies. Most of it was closed (late September), but the amusement arcades were open and provided us with an hours entertainment. Not sure I’d want to sit in the beach, it looked very pebbly but maybe if the sun was shining I might feel differently.
August 2022
Clean
Parking at this beach is £5 a day to pay for the toll road. From the car park, it is a short walk to the sandy, lifeguard patrolled beach. It is clean with decent waves for jumping and/or body boarding . Be warned that the tide comes in quickly and there is a warning tannoy giving all beachgoers 20 minutes to pack up and clear off! There is a good choice of places for lunch
May 2022
Beautiful beach
A beautiful, slightly windswept beach. Brilliant for surfing or a walk, with a lovely beach cafe in the dunes. Although the access from a private toll road comes with a (fair) price, this is much easier than getting to the beach by parking in the town (which makes a slightly run-down and shabby impression). Great beach to spend half a day with a picnic!
September 2016
the pier house
Gorgeous restaurant serving lovely food. Stunning views while you eat.
April 2012
Awesome beach for surfers/bodyboarders!
This beach is incredible...2 miles of the most incredible surf I've ever seen and however busy it gets it never seems crowded.
September 2011
Felt like I was a kid again
The beach is huge....3miles of it! Although it's a sandy beach, the sand never actually dried out during our visit. But that was great for sandcastle building. Plenty of surfers make use of the beach and the rock pools are fantastic. Great fish and chip shop just up from the beach. Parking is easy. Definitely worth a visit.
September 2010
Vast expanses of golden sand
Westward Ho! beach is a 'Blue Flag' beach, offering vast expanses of golden sand. Good for surfing, it is patrolled by lifeguards and is one of the safest in the area. An added attraction for youngsters are the many rock pools to explore at low tide.
Nearby walk
The Tarka Trail is a long distance walk in north Devon and this section starts on the old railway line next to the platform at Torrington Station. Views are spectacular and follow the route on the www.devon.gov.uk website for detailed information.
Nearby town
Just what you want in a seaside village - whitewashed cottages, higgledy-piggledy narrow lanes, a quaint harbour and plenty of cosy pubs and cafes to linger in.
September 2011
Disappointing
We were expecting Bideford to be a bustling little place but on an August Saturday afternoon, it was deserted. It's a very run down little place with not a lot to offer tourists. The Pannier market was very disappointing as the fixed shops sold tourist rubbish and the market stalls in the upper section consisted of a few tiny stalls which sold cheap toys and antique books. Odd combination. It's a shame that the town is more vibrant as the location is pretty being on the estuary.
Also nearby
Set deep in the north Devon countryside, The Rosemoor estate was once the home of Lady Anne Palmer. Lady Anne developed a passion for plants when she met noted plantsman Colllingwood Ingram while recuperating from measles in Spain. Over the next 30 years, she travelled the world to collect specimens for her garden, which she gave to the Royal Horticultural Society in 1988. The estate now comprises 65 acres of land, which includes rose gardens, a winter garden, a fruit and vegetable garden, a formal garden, woodlands, and many stream and lakeside plantings, making Rosemoor an enchanting place to visit whatever the season.
November 2023
Beautiful gardens
Amazing place to visit even in the rain!! Beautiful gardens, credit to the staff! We had lunch in the restaurant which was amazing too - well worth the visit!!
October 2023
Fabulous place, outstanding gardens
A return visit for us.
An exceptional day out if you love nature and gardens. We were lucky our visit coincided with the Festival of Apples in October. Beautiful place and everything offered is of the highest standard.
July 2023
Fanstastic
Spent the best part of the day exploring the walks around the estate and through the fabulous formal and informal gardens, plenty of seating in the grounds to appreciate the flowers, plants and trees, choice of refreshment options from snacks to restaurant, a very good shop and parking very easy, worth the effort to visit.
August 2022
Gorgeous day out
As an RHS member and regular visit to Hyde Hall I’ve been keen to visit the other gardens so when on holiday nearby, a visit to Rosemoor was a must. It is truly fabulous, we visited on a beautiful, sunny, summer day so we saw it at it’s best but I can see how there is interest whatever time of year you visit.
The staff are friendly and we received a great welcome and explanation of the layout when we arrived, such a lovely touch.
The garden is split into two parts, Lady Anne’s garden which has beautiful trees and planting best seen at a gentle stroll and the more formal gardens laid our directly near the entrance which are also stunning. The cool garden was gorgeous especially on a hot day.
August 2021
Stunning gardens
Beautiful selection of show gardens and fabulous fruit and vegetable gardens. Well worth a visit and a cream tea
July 2021
Rosemoor RHS
Well worth a visit and 25 minutes from Forest View. Beautiful well kept gardens.
June 2021
Mr
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February 2009
Beautiful, well-managed gardens, well worth a visit whatever the season.
October 2008
The garden is absolutely gorgeous and very well looked after. The staff are very friendly and welcoming and the restaurant had great locally sourced food. A great day out for adults and children.
August 2008
Roses Galore!
The rose collection - one of the largest in the West Country - is very impressive. In full bloom in the summer, the scent of over 2,000 flowers is quite sensational. The Rose Weekend, held in June, was very informative, with advice on growing your own, as well as walks and activities for children.
A retro delight, to take tea back in the forties and fifties close to the seafront at Westward Ho!. A traditional tearoom with cakes and light bites to be washed down with a variety of teas and coffee. This lovely little cafe was voted the best for 2011/2012 in the North Devon Food Awards.
September 2024
Brilliant
Really lovely, old fashioned, tea shoppe. We had afternoon tea for four at 11am in the morning (the only slot available). If you want to go please be sure to book weeks in advance. Plenty of savoury rolls (cheese, chicken, ham, tuna), cheese savoury scones, plain scones with jam and clotted cream and about six different home made cakes. We did our best but ended up taking most of the cakes away with us to eat for tea (and breakfast the next day). £20 per head and well worth it
July 2024
Tea on the green
Nice little cafe but beware of the Bueno Hazelnut slice,
July 2024
Mahoosive scones
You only need one scone on their delicious cream tea. My favourite cake is malteser cake. Never lets me down.
June 2019
You need to feel hungry before you call in here.
Fantastic small retro café serving hot and cold light meals along with cream teas to die for. Sit outside looking at the sea and town green on inside and wallow in an era gone by. Food excellent, portions enormous and staff were efficient and friendly.
August 2015
Still fantastic!
We first found Tea on the Green in 2012, and whenever we've been anywhere close (that means within a 1 and half hour drive!!) we've always spent the day at Westward Ho! and included something to eat here. The lunches are great, with excellent choices (you won't go hungry) and the cakes are magnificent. It's always busy though, so you have to be prepared to wait or maybe sit outside.
September 2014
The cream teas really are to die for!
September 2012
A visit a must if you are in Westward Ho
What a lovely little place to stop for tea and cake. Although it was next to where we were staying whatever time of day we walked past it was always full and we determined to try it during our week in Westward Ho so waited across the road until a table outside was empty and ran across before another lucky person was able to sample their lovely food and surroundings. Just amazing.
April 2012
WOW!!!! The MOST incredible tea shop!
You MUST visit this tea shop! From the outside it's easy to miss or walk past as its not big but once inside it is just fantastic. all decor and music is 1950's and there is so much attention to detail especially the lovely crockery. But best of all the menu is amazing. Cakes are delicious and such a great choice of drinks and food. I'd recommend booking a table to avoid any disappointment!
A traditional part thatched pub set in eight acres of landscaped grounds. You'll find cozy inglenooks and a blazing fire in winter and out door seating for al fresco dining in summer. The menu is created using local, seasonal produce.
October 2024
Restaurant
This place is a restaurant and nowhere to sit if you just want to go for a quiet drink without food. Meals looked nice but only visited once.
May 2024
Sunday lunch
Lovely character pub. Excellent food and staff.
July 2023
Hoop hoop hooray
Great food. Atmosphere a little subdued but hardly matters with food this good
Lots to do here, from feeding lambs and watching sheepdog trials to pony and tractor rides.
October 2014
Much, much more than sheep!
There really is something for the whole family at The Big Sheep. Sheep racing, dog trials, sheep shearing, train rides, swan pedaloes, horse riding, pedal go karts, trampolines, indoor soft play with giant slides, outdoor laser tag all year round, archery tag in the summer, giant swing, great cafe and seasonal events.....!! We never get bored of this adventure park. Its reasonably priced, great fun and well organised.
Visit this unspoiled beach and fall in love with the breathtaking views. If you head to Northcott Mouth Beach at low tide you may be able to see the remnants of the steamship ‘Belem’ which ran aground here in 1917. At high tide, you can take in the stunning panoramas from the clifftops surrounding the beach. A secluded haven as it is, there are no facilities nearby.
September 2021
Amazing beach!
Amazing dog friendly beach. Very clean and scenery amazing. Lifeguards present so makes you feel safe. There is the Rustic Tearooms nearby serving hot food and drinks. Only problem , no toilets!
August 2021
Excellent beach
A wonderful beach and much quieter than Bude. An added bonus is the Rustic Tea Garden which is a lovely cafe just behind the beach. You can eat in their lovely garden or take away back to the beach. Great hot dogs, jacket potatoes and very yummy cakes.
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