THINGS TO DO AND PLACES TO GO
Miles and miles of coastline to explore
Bude is only a short, easy drive away, over quiet roads
Explore miles and miles of Devon and Cornwall's magnificent coastline.
Our nearest family seaside is Bude, only 14 miles away, over quiet roads. There are three beaches to choose from, with a lovely outdoor seapool (free!). There is lifeguard cover, in season and if you bring your dog, it is allowed on one of the beaches.
The whole of Devon and Cornwall is within reach because we are so conveniently situated.
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Lots to see and do - local or farther afield
The Village Inn, Ashwater - superb food at sensible prices
Ash cottage looks out towards Dartmoor, which is about 30 miles away, over quiet roads.
There are many National Trust properties, within easy reach and a wealth of wonderful pubs and restaurants. We can give you the inside knowledge on where to go for superb Devon value and quality. Eat where the locals eat and you won't be disappointed.
You will be spoilt for choice, if you decide to eat out. The Village Inn at Ashwater is a firm favourite with our guests (just remember not to order a starter, if you want to finish your meal!). If you decide to really splash out, Blagdon Manor is just down the road and you never know who you might bump into there......... Our lips are sealed.
It is no coincidence that so many celebrities choose to live in our area. The road links are good, we respect their privacy, whilst being friendly and the lifestyle is wonderful.
You never know who you might bump into, when out and about.
Roadford Lake and Watersports Centre
Roadford Lake, about 15 minutes away, on the Devon/Cornwall border is the largest lake for watersports in the South West. At the lake you can enjoy a range of water-based activities including sailing, windsurfing, kayaking and multi-activity days. There is also a licensed cafe on the opposite side of the Lake and a refreshment trailer is open most weekends from Easter to September.
Treat yourself to a Devon Cream tea, at the cafe, or cross the lake on the pleasure boat (new for 2011).
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So much to see and do
Visit the magical St Michael's Mount
Ash Cottage is ideally situated to explore Devon and Cornwall. Just about everwhere is within reach, whether you choose to stay in North Devon or go farther afield. Vibrant Torbay provides a varied day-out, where you can mingle with the yachting set and then, at the end of the day, return to the tranquility of your own cottage. St Michael's Mount provides a totally different experience - wait for the tide to go out and walk over the causeway, to the island, or take one of the local boats to the Mount and visit the gardens or Monastery. We guarantee you will be spoilt for choice.
The wilds of Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor
Widecombe in the Moor
Ash Cottage overlooks Dartmoor, in one direction and Bodmin in another. Visit Widecombe-in-the-Moor, famous for Uncle Tom Cobley or take a look a wander round Princetown, next to the infamous Dartmoor Prison.
There's simply too much to do and see in just one week.
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