• Luxurious 5 star, single storey romantic cottage.
• Wonderfully deep and spacious two person whirlpool bath to slip into and relax in style.
• Comfy super king bed, Egyptian bedding and luxurious cotton toppers ensure you get a perfect nights sleep.
• Romantic feature fire, perfect to snuggle up to at the end of the day.
• 2 person hot tub.
• Bespoke toiletries.
• Coffee machine.
• Dishwasher.
• Washer/Dryer.
• Fridge and separate freezer.
• Decadent interior design of rich reds, golds and browns enable you to relax and feel special.
• Enclosed south facing outdoor lounging and BBQ area over looking the North Devon countryside.
• Widescreen LCD TV and DVD in lounge and TV/DVD in bedroom.
• Complimentary WiFi.
• All linen and towels included.

This access statement does not contain personal opinions as to our suitability for those with access needs, but aims to accurately describe the facilities and services that we offer all our guests/visitors.

Access Statement for Dream cottage 2017

Introduction

A single storey cottage located on a stud farm in Westward Ho!, with a floor space of 90 square meters with enclosed south facing outside patio with extensive rural views. Open plan lounge / dining / kitchen area with double bedroom and en suite with two person whirlpool bath. 

Pre-Arrival

•      Cottage is located on a stud farm with a single track leading to front door

•      Space for unloading and loading is adjacent to the property. Parking of vehicle 35 meters from cottage

•      Guests are able to preorder shopping but must be present to accept delivery

•      Information is given to all guests prior to arrival on local suppliers

•      Cottage is 100 meters from Bideford Bus route no 16 which operates hourly, with connection to national bus and rail links

•      Cottage is easily accessible for taxis

•      Cottage is 12 miles from nearest train station at Barnstaple

•      Owners will assist with carrying luggage on arrival and departure, if required
Key Collection, Welcome and Car Parking

•     Key collection is  from the reception building during offices hours (Mon-Fri 9-5:30pm) For arrivals outside of office hours please call the office on 01237 238967 or 24-hour guest phone 07807 096997 to make suitable arrangements. For guests without phone please knock on door at main house Duckhaven Stud upon arrival.

Entrance to Property

•      Access via front there is 6 inch step on a low hearth

•      Alternative access via double patio doors leading onto enclosed patio area.

•      Standard 2’6” door frames

•      Well lit entrance

Sitting Room/Lounge

•      Large open plan lounge with 3 settee deep settee made up of leather.

•      42” inch wall mounted TV with DVD and free view

Dining Area

•      Round dining table with 2 chairs

Kitchen

•      Large open plan kitchen/dining room.

•      Integrated appliances including, washer dryer and dishwasher, fridge and freezer.

•      Stand alone microwave & coffee machine

•      Wall mounted shelving and low level cupboards

Bedroom

•      The bedroom has zip and link beds and can be set up as either a double or twin bedroom

•      Stand alone wardrobe with hanging poles.

Bathrooms

•      En suite with two person whirlpool bath, WC and hand basin

Heating
Gas fired central hearing with radiators throughout with wall-mounted controls 
Optimyst log burning effect fire with steam.

Outside

Level patio area with outside furniture made of wicker including, 2 person bench, table and chairs and gas bbq.. Two person non adapted therapeutic hot tub with cover.

Grounds

•      60 acres of coastal farm land rugged terrain

•      Access to south west coastal foot path from farm, steep incline as was once used to train horses

•      Use of mule (buggy) for trips over the grounds for guests with limited mobility

•      Sand school for schooling horses

•      Children’s play area

•      Farm viewing area

Additional Information

•      Use of mule (buggy) for trips over the grounds for guests with limited mobility

•      Private horse tours by arrangement

•      Access to hens for freshly laid eggs

•      Boules area

•      Children’s play area

•      Personal concierge service 24hrs

•      Ocean Kave, for use by guests for bird watching and relaxing and private dining, also has disabled access toilet facilities.

•      Small indoor heated training pool with jets (no hoist so not suitable for disabled access) open May - September

Future Plans

•      Tarmac main drive in Oct 2017

Contact details

Address  Westward Living, Duckhaven Stud, Cornborough Road, Westward Ho!  North Devon. EX39 1AA

Telephone    01237 238967

Email [email protected]

Grid Reference                    SS 429286

Hours of Operation              24hrs 

Emergencies

Northam Health Centre         01237 474994 (1 mile)

Emergency Dentist               01237 476786  (1 mile)

Nearest Hospitals:

·       Bideford Hospital Abbotsham Road Bideford, Devon EX39 3AG 01237 420200 (small hospital) 4 miles from Westward Living

·       North District Hospital Barnstaple 01271 322577 (main hospital with A&E) 12 miles from Westward Living

Osteopath:

Philip Corbin Opening times: 8.30am - 5.30pm Monday to Friday, 9.00am - 12.30pm Saturday. 5 miles from Westward Living

Later appointments by arrangement. -

Church Surgery, 16 Bridge Street, Bideford, Devon, EX39 2BU, UK. Tel/Fax: 44 (0) 1237 471110

email: [email protected]

Local Accessible Taxis:

Bideford Cars 01237 429992

Quay Cars 01237 472027

both of above firms have wheelchair accessible vehicles.

Torridge Taxi & Shuttle have 4&8 seater taxis 01237 422632 / 07872345267

 Local Public Transport:

Bus - First Bus – Beacon Bus and National Express all run regular services from Westward Ho! village centre. www.firstgroup.com - 08457 48 49 50 and www.nationalexpress.com - 08717 818181

Train – nearest station is Barnstaple – 9 miles – with link to Exeter St Davids

Nearest main line station is Tiverton Parkway – 45miles – direct to Paddington, Bristol, Birmingham etc. Contact: www.thetrainline.com or phone 0870 010 1296