Willow Cottage

Birchill Farm and its cluster of six cottages (sleeping 2-7) has a magical quality for adults and children alike. Its tranquil location, set almost a mile from the nearest public road, allows parents to relax and enjoy seeing their little ones roam freely from the moment they arrive, whilst the brilliant indoor and outdoor play areas, toddler-friendly nature trails and interactive farm rounds have under 10s captivated from the outset.

It is evident that the farm's owners Simon and Margaret have drawn on their experiences of travel with their own brood of five and created a family-friendly haven complete with well designed wooden play area, including a brilliant 'surf swing', a play barn dedicated to under 5s, a games barn, children's book library, wildlife activities for 5-11 year olds and a whole host of four-legged friends including Dotty the sheep, goats, ponies and a trio of alpacas! Even the most hard to please tot is kept fully entertained without ever leaving the grounds. That said, the many attractions of this slice of North Devon; with the Tarka trail skirting the grounds, a host of family-friendly days out and lovely stretches of coast within a short drive, are hard to resist.

A long list of nursery gear is provided (see grey Fast Facts box) so even packing for the stay comes without the usual worries. Plus, with little ones worn out by evening, grown-up guests can enjoy relaxing nights in, especially when taking advantage of the excellent home-made ready meal delivery service. Alternatively, the handy babysitting service allows parents the opportunity of a welcome night out.

Accommodation Overview:
Willow Cottage is ideal for a couple with a baby in tow as its large double bedroom with lovely views and a pretty, white wrought iron bed has plenty of space for a cot. The one storey detached cottage has been finished in a coastal chic colour palette of white, blue and cream. The oak floored, open plan living area is bright and spacious. There is a white, shaker style kitchen equipped, (like all cottages at Birchill) with a dishwasher, electric fan oven, full size freezer and washer/dryer plus useful extras like dishwasher tablets and washing up liquid. The dining area seats up to four guests whilst the inviting lounge has a set of comfortable sofas, a TV and DVD player. The luxury bathroom is en suite and has a whirlpool bath, separate shower and w.c.

Share Tips & Advice Show Location Map Birchill's friendly owners Simon and Margaret are full of advice on things to do with young children locally having had their own brood of five to entertain.

Their tips include a swimming pool just ten minutes drive away, sailing, horse riding and quad biking. A visit to Rosemoor Garden, just 10 minutes away is said to be a must as it features a nature trail that will keep children amused for hours and a fun new play area. The restaurant serves decent lunches including children's lunch boxes, and a very tempting selection of cakes.

Another popular day out is a visit to one of the National Trust properties nearby. Arlington Court, Castle Drogo and Knightshayes Court are all about an hour's drive away. Children are very welcome and there are quizzes for them to do whilst looking around the house. Arlington Court is often a favourite due to the horse drawn carriage ride around the grounds.

For families who enjoy walking, Lydford Gorge on the edge of Dartmoor is always popular but it's not suitable for pushchairs and can be nail biting with little ones. Cyclists will thoroughly enjoy the Tarka Trail and guests can either bring their own bikes or hire them locally. Beach lovers will not be disappointed, with a great choice from wide stretches of sandy beach for surfing and sandcastle building or smaller coves perfect for rockpooling, all within a short drive.

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