North Devon is an area of great natural beauty, escaping much of the modern day commercialism associated with many UK resorts. You will find rolling green hills, spectacular golden beaches, wide-open moorland and sleepy market towns. The mild climate makes it ideal for relaxing for a spring or autumn break, whilst the sun, sea and sand provide the perfect setting for a memorable summer family holiday.
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Arlington Court
Such a diversity of natural landscape enables equally varied opportunities for outdoor activities such as horse riding, cycling, surfing, and sailing or a simple boat trip. Concessionary rates are available at nearby Ilfracombe Golf Club, one of North Devon's glorious courses. Fishing is readily available too whether it's sea fishing or fishing at a trout lake nearby.
Marwood Gardens
Attractions for adults/teenagers:
Arlington Court - A National Trust Property set in 30 acres of beautiful informal gardens and parkland, including a wonderful carriage collection.

RHS Garden Rosemoor - Established as a garden of national importance. This unique and enchanting garden has over 40 acres of planting including many special features.

Marwood Gardens - See the result of the owner's passion over the past 50 years. An enormous collection of rare trees and shrubs.

Dartington Crystal - Internationally famous for its clear contemporary glassware. Discover the fascinating story of glass in the visitor centre and visit the biggest glass shop in the country.

Lynton & Lynmouth - North Devon's 'Little Switzerland' with its own Cliff Railway, breathtaking views from Countisbury Hill and Watersmeet waterfalls.

Clovelly - One of the worlds's most unique villages and 14th century harbour. Discover the magic that attracts visitors from all over the world.

Ilfracombe Golf Club is just 1/4 mile away and offers reduced fees to our visitors.

Holiday Cottages Devon
Ilfracombe Harbour
Attractions for adults/teenagers:
Karting Centre - Enjoy racing on both 400m and 200m circuits, for experts and beginners. Helmets provided.

Lets Go Superbowl - Pit your skills against friends with ten lanes of bowling, megazone laser arena and children's fun zone.

Skern Lodge - An activity and training centre with archery, surfing, climbing, canoeing, high ropes, assault course, RIB powerboat rides and lots more.

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Family attractions:
Watermouth Castle & Family Theme Park - A wonderful all-weather family entertainment centre, set in a restored castle and glorious grounds situated nearby.

Exmoor Zoo - Over 150 species of wildlife from all over the world. Situated in 12 acres of gardens on the edge of Exmoor.

Combe Martin Wildlife & Dinosaur Park - A fun family attraction set in 30 acres of sub-tropical gardens with woodland walks. 250 species of animals and life-size dinosaurs.

Blakewell Fisheries - Everything is provided for you to come and catch your own beautiful rainbow trout straight from the water. A fun fishing experience for all the family, you can't fail!

Big Sheep - A unique all-weather attraction featuring sheep racing duck trials and sheep dog trials, among many other amusing and bizarre attractions.

Milky Way Adventure Park - A galaxy of entertainment for all the family with a bird of prey centre and the South West's largest indoor adventure zone.

Holiday Cottages Devon
Woolacombe Bay
Holiday Cottages Devon

Resident Owners: Jeremy and Elizabeth Sansom
Address: Widmouth Farm Cottages, Watermouth,
North Devon, EX34 9RX.
Telephone: 01271 863743

e-mail: holiday@widmouthfarmcottages.co.uk
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
North Devon has wonderful local produce, including fish, meat, fruit and vegetables. 

We can put you in touch with local suppliers (some of whom have a delivery service).  You can get an idea of what is available through the North Devon and Exmoor site:  www.northdevon.com/food&drink/localproduce

In addition of course we have a wonderful range of restaurants, pubs, tea rooms etc.  There are 2 pubs in easy walking distance of Widmouth Farm, one in either direction along the Coastal Footpath, about a 20 minute walk. Ilfracombe has a number of excellent restaurants, about a 5 minute/2 mile drive from us, including Number 11 The Quay, www.11thequay.co.uk.  In each cottage you have a reference manual with a list of recommended places to eat, alternatively you can plan ahead by using the North Devon website: www.northdevon.com
Food & Drink
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon
Holiday Cottages Devon