Visit the paradise of North Devon
Strolling the country lanes and exploring the footpaths near Greendown is a delight, the countryside around the farm is criss-crossed with footpaths.
The local market town of South Molton which hosts of a twice-weekly pannier market is only 4 miles. Glimpses of the past and present life of the Town can be explored along the Heritage Trail.
Bideford and Appledore are ancient fishing and maritime ports with harbours and quaint back street to explore, with Clovelly being one of the most picturesque and unique villages with a steep cobbled street leading down to the harbour.
Lynton and Lynmouth, famous for it's unique cliff railway, take a walk to the Valley of the Rocks and see the wild goats. Drive down Porlock Hill and imagine what it would have been like in a stage coach!
Lovely Rosemoor Gardens (Royal Horticultural Society) on the edge of Great Torrington and Barnstaple's flower filled streets, excellent sports facilities and the unique historic features such as "Butchers Row" are both approximately 9 miles.
Exmoor's spectacular scenery lies within a 20-minute drive, the moor's are beautiful and the coastline stunning. Visit Tarr Steps, Withypool and Exford. Have lunch on one of the superb pubs; venture across to Brendon and Robbers Bridge.
Take time to enjoy the beaches of Saunton, Croyde, Putsborough and Woolacombe. Whether surfing, canoeing or just swimming and family fun. North Devon offers some of Europe's best beaches.
An 18-hole golf course, shop, pub and renowned restaurant are all within 2.3 miles.
For children there is the Quince Honey Farm, The Big Sheep and The Milky Way Adventure Parks. The Tarka Trail once a single track railway offers some safe off-road cycling. Cobbatton Combat Museum, Dartington Glass, Great Torrington 1646 Living Museum are not far way.
Further a field you have North Cornwall with their rocky cliffs and sandy beaches, ideal for surfing and sunbathing, such as Bude, Widemouth Bay and Crackington Haven.
Greendown Farm Cottages, Greendown Farm,
Chittlehampton, Umberleigh, Devon, EX37 9QR, UK.
Tel/Fax: (+44) (0)1769 540 441 | e-mail info@devonfarmcottages.co.uk