Wisteria cottage is a pretty renovated property set in a quiet street but centrally located in the heart of Torrington. With character features and furnished in a modern contemporary style, the cottage offers a very comfortable base for couples or families. The historic town centre offers a choice of cafes, shops, pubs and restaurants. The town is surrounded by beautiful rolling countryside and you can enjoy spectacular surfing beaches and amazing coastal scenery within a short scenic drive.
Key property features...
- 2 bedrooms: 1 kingsize, 1 twin
- 1 bathroom: bath & shower
- gas effect log burner
- pets allowed (1 dog)
- iPod dock
- enclosed garden & courtyard
Need to know...
Downstairs bathroom
Open tread narrow wooden staircase so may not be suitable for those with mobility issues
Outside utility room
Public (paid) parking approx. 400m
Who we think its suitable for...
Perfect for couples or families looking for a comfortable central base to explore this beautiful area of North Devon.
About a holiday in Great Torrington...
Built on the site of an ancient settlement atop an inland cliff with the River Torridge below, Great Torrington is a friendly, welcoming market town which enjoys spectacular views across rolling hills and unspoilt green countryside.
Great Torrington is full of independent shops offering unique items, many of which are made by local crafts-people. Regular markets are held in the Victorian Pannier Market on Fridays and Saturdays and there are often pop-up craft events and shops at Castle Hill, in the Town Hall and at The Plough Arts Centre.
Fancy taking in a show? The Plough Arts Centre is a welcoming and dynamic venue for arts events showcasing a mix of local and national talent to suit the whole family, including theatre performances, concerts, comedians, art exhibitions and workshops.
There are a wide range of other attractions in and around the town too. Explore the enchanting gardens of RHS Rosemoor and take a leisurely stroll through the huge variety of formal and informal gardens; take a factory tour around Dartington Crystal to experience the traditional craft of glass making followed by a visit to the UK’s largest glass shop or visit the Heritage Museum to find out more about the fascinating history of this important market town.
Great Torrington is connected to many local villages and towns via a network of walking and cycling trails, including the Tarka Trail, a 180-mile figure of eight which runs through North Devon following the route taken by the fictional Tarka the Otter in the famous novel by Henry Williamson.
The nearest beach, Westward Ho! is a 16 km drive & is a popular surfing and swimming spot and combines a large expanse of sand with pebbles. Whether you want to spend the day relaxing or having a picnic, there are flat areas, while those that want to do a spot of rockpooling will love the rockier areas and those that love swimming and surfing will find the perfect environment for catching the waves.
Explore the beautiful unspoilt island of Lundy which can be accessed by boat from Bideford. Home to a fascinating array of wildlife amidst dramatic scenery, and encompassing a small village with an inn, Victorian church and the 13th-century Marisco Castle. There’s also a disused lighthouse to discover, offering superb views over the northern part of the island. And for nature-lovers there are a variety of seabirds and wildlife. Designated the first Marine Conservation Area, Lundy offers opportunities for diving and seal watching.
Royal North Devon Golf Club at Westward Ho!, just 15 km away, can rightly claim to be the cradle of English Golf. Founded in 1864, it is the oldest golf course in the country and is regarded as the St Andrews of the South. The golf course is as tough as any of the UK’s more famous links layouts and has recently been placed in Golf World 's "Top 100 Courses in the World" that a golfer “must play”.
