Devon Self Catering cottage, Torrings Barn, Aveton Gifford, sleeps 4

Pretty cottage converted from a barn in a peaceful country hamlet on a creek to the River Avon. Space for canoes and kayaks. Sunny terrace.

WiFi. Ashprington 1 mile.

Converted from a little barn next to the owner's house in a minute farming hamlet within a mile of Aveton Gifford is this sweet cottage. Set in lovely countryside and with a bright interior with relaxing colours and wood floors, it is relaxing accommodation for a small family or couples. Head up the steps into your sitting room with a handy dining area and TV.

Off this is the efficient kitchen, well equipped and leading you to your two comfortable bedrooms. Outside you can sit out and enjoy alfresco lunches and suppers, perhaps taking advantage of the ready meals available, on your sunny terrace with a table and chairs. You also have your own parking area where you can leave your canoes and kayaks, useful if you are going to enjoy paddling along the beautiful River Avon or along the stunning coastline.

This is a particularly lovely stretch of the South Devon coast with excellent surfing and sandcastling beaches at Bantham and Bigbury-on-Sea and lots of rock pooling havens for whiling away the hours. The South West Coast Path is a brilliant route for walkers, providing fantastic views and pretty villages to stop off in for a little refreshment. Kingsbridge is an interesting old town with interesting shops to browse and a range of eateries.

Torrings Barn is a comfortable and welcoming cottage for exploring the pretty South Hams and recharging your energy levels.