From romantic hideaways to grand manor suites, our historic estate offers four unique self-catering retreats, each brimming with character and surrounded by five acres of beautiful gardens and woodland.

Whether you dream of curling up by a log fire, enjoying sweeping countryside views, or relaxing by our seasonal outdoor pool, you’ll find the perfect place here to slow down, unwind, and feel at home.

The Butlers Pantry

Sleeps 2 · Romantic retreat

Tucked between the 16th-century manor house and two neighbouring cottages, The Butler’s Pantry is a cosy hideaway brimming with character, perfect for honeymoons, anniversaries, and special escapes.

Originally part of the manor’s kitchens and bedrooms, this unique one-bedroom cottage features a four-poster bed, inglenook fireplace with log-burning stove, spiral staircase, exposed beams, and bowed walls. A private patio leads into five acres of shared sculpture gardens and a seasonal outdoor pool (May–Sep).

Inside the Cottage

Ground Floor

  • Large inglenook fireplace with working log-burning stove (logs available locally)

  • Comfortable sofa & dining table for two

  • Kitchen with electric cooker, microwave, fridge with ice box, sink & essentials (tea towels, crockery, cutlery, cleaning items)

  • 18" digital TV, Wi-Fi (signal may vary), convector & storage heaters

  • Safety: CO detector, smoke detector, fire blanket, fire extinguisher

First Floor (via open-tread spiral staircase)

  • Romantic four-poster bed & Victorian decorative fireplace

  • Ensuite bathroom with bath, electric shower over, washbasin, toilet, heated towel rail & fan heater

  • Electric convector heater, smoke detector, fire extinguisher

  • Bed linen & towels provided

Extras & Essentials

  • Sleeps 2 adults only

  • Not suitable for children or those with mobility issues (due to spiral staircase)

  • Pet-free & non-smoking accommodation

  • Village with shop, pub, & garage 1.5 miles away

  • Coast only 7 miles away

Why You’ll Love It

  • Historic charm in a secluded, peaceful setting

  • Private patio with access to five acres of gardens, woodland, & bluebell wood (May)

  • Seasonal shared pool & local artist sculptures

  • Dark-sky location, perfect for stargazing

The Grooms Cottage

Sleeps 2–4 + cot · Romantic hideaway or family escape

This charming stone-built two-bedroom cottage adjoins the 16th-century manor house, nestled between two other cottages with views over the courtyard at the front and gardens at the back. With exposed beams, a working log-burning stove, and traditional décor, it’s perfect for romantic getaways or family breaks.

A private patio with picnic bench leads into five acres of shared sculpture gardens and a seasonal outdoor pool (May–Sep). The coast is just 7 miles away, with Bude and Clovelly both within 10 miles. The village shop, pub, and garage are 1.5 miles away.

Inside the Cottage

Ground Floor

  • Cosy sitting area with feature fireplace & log-burning stove (logs available locally)

  • Traditional cottage-style sofa, armchair, and occasional tables

  • Digital flat-screen TV

  • Dining area with circular wooden table & four chairs (highchair available)

  • Well-equipped kitchen with:

    • Under-counter dishwasher

    • Fridge with ice box

    • Electric cooker with oven, grill & hob

    • Microwave

    • Sink & essentials (tea towels, crockery, cutlery, cleaning items)

  • Heating: Night storage heater, convector heater, radiator

  • Safety: CO detector, fire blanket, fire extinguisher

First Floor (via open-tread staircase)

  • Main bedroom: Antique pine-style double bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, exposed roof timbers

  • Second bedroom: Two single beds, pine wardrobe & chest of drawers

  • Bathroom: Bath with electric shower over, toilet, washbasin, heated towel rail, shaver point & extractor fan

  • Safety: Smoke detector, fire extinguisher, airing cupboard with immersion heater

Extras & Essentials

  • Sleeps 2–4 plus cot

  • Bed linen & towels included (bring own beach/pool towels)

  • Electricity included in tariff

  • Pet-free & non-smoking accommodation

Why You’ll Love It

  • Five acres of gardens, lawns, woodland, and bluebell wood (May)

  • Seasonal shared pool & local artist sculptures

  • Dark-sky location, perfect for stargazing

  • Peaceful rural setting close to coast and moorland

The Coach House

Sleeps 2–4 + cot · Romantic retreat or family break

Once home to the estate gardener and his family before WWII, The Coach House is now a cosy two-bedroom stone cottage with a warm, traditional feel. You’ll find exposed stonework, timber beams, and a working log-burning stove, plus modern comforts like double glazing and full central heating.

Adjoining the 16th-century manor house and two other cottages, it looks over the courtyard at the front and gardens to the rear. A private patio with picnic bench opens into five acres of shared sculpture gardens and a seasonal outdoor pool (May–Sep). The coast is just 7 miles away, with Bude and Clovelly 10 miles, and a village pub, shop, and garage 1.5 miles away.

Inside the Cottage

Ground Floor

  • Dining area with round wooden table & four chairs (highchair available)

  • Well-equipped kitchen with:

    • Integrated dishwasher

    • Fridge-freezer with ice tray

    • Built-in electric oven & hob with extractor

    • Microwave, sink & essentials (tea towels, crockery, cutlery, cleaning items)

  • Heating: Radiator, night storage heater, convector heater

  • Safety: Fire extinguisher, fire blanket, wired smoke detector

First Floor

  • Sitting room: Views over garden, working log-burning stove, digital TV, two sofas, lamps & occasional tables

  • Master bedroom: Antique pine-style bed, wardrobe, chest of drawers, bedside tables, convector heater

  • Second bedroom: Twin beds, bedside table, fitted wardrobe, convector heater

  • Bathroom: Bath with shower over, washbasin, toilet, shaver point, heated towel rail, wall heater & airing cupboard

  • Safety: CO detector, smoke detector, fire extinguisher

Extras & Essentials

  • Sleeps 2–4 plus cot

  • Bed linen & towels included (bring own beach/pool towels)

  • Electricity & central heating included (heating provided low season only)

  • Pet-free & non-smoking accommodation

Why You’ll Love It

  • Historic charm with modern comfort

  • Five acres of gardens, woodland & bluebell wood (May)

  • Seasonal shared pool & sculpture trail

  • Dark-sky location — perfect for stargazing

The Manor Suite Apartment

Sleeps 2–4 + cot · Elegant country house living

Experience the charm of staying in a grand old manor. Occupying the first floor of the 16th-century house, the Manor Suite Apartment offers spacious, light-filled rooms with sweeping views over the gardens, rolling fields, and distant Dartmoor and Bodmin Moor.

Once the main bedrooms of the lady and gentleman of the manor, the apartment retains its period character, high ceilings, wide doors, bay windows, while offering all the comforts you need for a relaxing break.

Inside the Apartment

Approach

  • Enter through the impressive ground-floor Gothic archway with carved wood detailing

  • Spacious entrance hall with high ceiling & skylight

  • Wide, double-banister staircase (17 steps) leading to a private, lockable entrance

Living Area

  • Large bay-windowed sitting room with:

    • Two leather three-seater sofas

    • Sandstone fireplace with real-flame gas fire

    • Flat-screen digital TV

    • Oak sideboard & occasional furniture

    • Heating: Night storage heater & wall convector

Bedrooms

  • Master bedroom: Romantic four-poster bed, oak dressing table, chairs, wardrobe, vanity unit, coordinated soft furnishings, convector heater

  • Second bedroom: Twin beds, bedside tables, wardrobe, courtyard views, convector heater

Kitchen & Dining

  • Open-plan kitchen/dining area with:

    • Dishwasher

    • Gas cooker

    • Microwave

    • Refrigerator

    • Dining table & chairs

Bathroom

  • Fully tiled with bath & shower over, vanity washbasin, shaver point, heated towel rail, fan heater, toilet

  • Hot water via timed immersion heater with boost function

Extras & Essentials

  • Sleeps 2–4 plus cot

  • Electricity, gas, bed linen & towels included (bring own beach/pool towels)

  • Pet-free & non-smoking accommodation

Why You’ll Love It

  • Historic manor house elegance with modern comfort

  • Beautiful garden and countryside views

  • Abundant local wildlife spotting from your windows

  • Close to coast, moorland, and charming villages

Book Your Stay

Your countryside escape awaits.

Choose your perfect cottage or apartment, and start looking forward to lazy mornings, scenic walks, and star-filled nights.

Contact us for specific dates, last minute discounted deals or for more information

Telephone 01409 241 400 or E-Mail mail@westdownhouse.co.uk