Barnstaple 8.3 miles. Resting in a rural location in West Buckland near Barnstaple is the charming, semi-detached Dassel Cottage. Offering family and pet-friendly accommodation in Devon, the cottage welcomes four guests to escape to the countryside, with the spectacular coast within easy reach. Park up in the off-road parking before following the path to your home-away-from-home. A small porch area is ideal for kicking off your boots before heading to the kitchen/diner; this sleek, stylish space has all the contemporary fittings for a self-catering stay, including a dishwasher to do the cleaning for you. The handy utility is just next door with a freezer and washing machine to clean sandy towels or walking gear! Set the dining table for four and enjoy family dinners whilst you catch up on the day's adventures. Retire to the sitting room with cushioned seats and a TV for evening entertainment, where your canine companions can curl up in front of the woodburning stove. For a quiet sanctuary, head to the conservatory with seating to curl up with a good book or simply admire your surroundings. Step out into the rear garden set up on the outdoor seating to catch the last of the sunshine. Climb the stairs to find the shower room, with a spacious, double walk-in shower to freshen up, as well as a handy ground-floor cloakroom to avoid bathroom queues! Two bedrooms await sleepy heads, a king-size with ample storage and beautiful views to greet you every morning, whilst the twin has a separate dressing room with storage space. Start your day with a refreshing walk in the adjoining field with your dogs. You'll find a nearby pub for home-cooked meals and well-earned pints, while the river-port town of Barnstaple is just a short journey away; discover historic artefacts of North Devon at the Museum, catch a performance at the Queen's Theatre, and visit the Barnstaple Pannier Market. Bideford is another historic port town with a fabulous art gallery and museum, as well as the nearby BIG Sheep for family-friendly amusements. Those seeking Devon's renowned coast can visit Westward Ho! and Ilfracombe, two coastal resorts offering amenities and attractions for your day of sand castle making, swimming and sun bathing. Make Dassel Cottage your peaceful base on your next family holiday in Devon.

Barnstaple is situated at the mouth of the Taw Estuary, on the dramatic North Devon coast between Westward Ho! and Croyde, and is only a short drive from the Exmoor National Park. Barnstaple is a bustling traditional Devon seaside town with a pannier market, shops, restaurants, and bars, as well as two fantastic sandy beaches that attract surfers and children. Flowers may be found around every corner of the town, in the most unlikely places, and the town has won a Britain in Bloom award for its floral displays.

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