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A riverside cottage with a private garden, right on the banks of the River Torridge, this is a fantastic place to relax with family, as well as enjoy country walks, kayaking or birdwatching.

The neighbourhood The cottage is located in Weare Giffard, which stakes a claim as the longest village in the UK. There is a great local pub that serves food, a children’s park and a cricket ground. Meanwhile, the small towns of Bideford and Torrington are only a 10-minute drive away and have an array of shops, cafes, pubs and restaurants. Barnstaple and Appledore are 20 minutes away. For a lovely afternoon out, head for lunch in the historic fishing village of Appledore, which features charming narrow, winding streets lined with colourful houses. Or visit RHS Rosemoor in Great Torrington where there are stunning formal and informal gardens to explore. There are plenty of things to see and do for anyone who likes to be active. From Weare Giffard there is access to the Tarka Trail which offers countryside walks, coastal views and traffic-free cycling routes (bikes can be hired locally). You can also access the nearest beach, Instow Beach, from the Tarka Trail, but there are many beautiful beaches to discover in North Devon. If you like to surf, or want to learn, the North Devon coast is the perfect place with surfing schools at Westward Ho!, Croyde Bay and Woolacombe. Getting around A car is essential for travelling to the property and ease of getting around. The house is served by a private drive with parking for several cars.