Enjoy your stay at

River Hall

Everything you need to get the most out of your stay

Cooking & Dining

Chef & Catering Services

  • Dineindulge
    A unique & truly special private chef experience brought direct to you. Combining a personal chef hire service with restaurant quality cuisine, Dineindulge is designed to be affordable, accessible & simple to book for anyone
    www.dineindulge.co.uk/kateandtoms
  • Côte at Home
    Get bistro-quality food delivered to your door. From starters, mains and desserts, to picnics, breakfasts and barbecue favourites – the professional chefs at Côte at Home can freshly prepare a wide range of dishes, which you can simply serve up, or pop in the oven or microwave to heat. That means less time spent prepping and cooking, and more time enjoying your holiday!
  • West Country Catering
    Sarah-Jane Payne and her team are delighted to cater for as much, or as little, of your event or holiday as you want! Take a look at her delicious ‘house par ty menus’ for an idea of what’s on offer.
    www.west-country-caterers.co.uk | 01769 560 473 / 07966 252 417

Great Places to Eat & Drink

Pubs

  • The Crealock Arms
    A pleasant 2 mile walk away, along country lanes. Good pub food, renowned for its real ales and Sunday lunch!
    The Crealock Arms, Littleham, Bideford, EX39 5HN (8 minute drive)
    www.crealockarms.com | 01237 477 065
  • The Beaver
    A lively seaside pub, often with live music. Good pub food, enhanced if you can book a sea-view table!
    The Beaver, Irsha Street,Appledore, EX39 1RY (15 minute drive)
    www.beaverinn.co.uk | 01237 474 822
  • The Coach & Horses
    Lovely 13th century thatched pub specialising in home cooked food, recommended in the Good Beer Guide.
    The Coach & Horses, Buckland Brewer, EX39 5LU (12 minute drive)
    www.coachandhorsesbucklandbrewer.co.uk | 01237 451 395
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Restaurants

  • The Boat House
    Great fish menu with portions fit for hungry folk; just hop across the road for a post-dinner stroll on the beach.
    The Boat House, Marine Parade, Instow, EX39 4JJ (10 minute drive)
    www.instow.net | 01271 861 292
  • The Pier House
    Tasty food and stunning views! Perfect for a terrace-top drink or meal watching the sun go down.
    The Pier House, Merley Road, Bideford, EX39 1JU (15 minute drive)
    www.thepier-house.co.uk | 01237 477 777
  • The Spice
    Walk into town and indulge in an Indian orThai meal at the Spice.Views over the Quay and good curry and Cobra! (Also does takeaway.)
    The Spice,The Quay, Bideford, EX39 2HJ (5 minute drive)
    www.thespicebideford.co.uk | 01237 471 133
  • East of the Water
    Hop over the old bridge, turn left and East of the Water is on your right. Freshly cooked Chinese made from quality ingredients. (Also does takeaway.)
    East of the Water, 2 Barnstaple Street, Bideford, EX39 4AE (5 minute drive)
    www.facebook.com | 01237 425 329
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Takeaways

  • Mr Ho’s! Chinese Takeaway
    Chinese Cuisine
    14 The Quay, Bideford, EX39 2EZ (5 minute drive)
    www.facebook.com | 01237 423 382
  • The Spice
    Indian & Thai cuisine
    The Quay, Bideford, EX39 2HJ (5 minute drive)
    www.thespicebideford.co.uk | 01237 471 133
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Best Fish & Chips

  • Prior’s Fryers Mobile Fish ‘n’ Chips
    Crispy cod from super-friendly folk!You will nd their weekly timetable in the house.
    07958 042 588 (phone orders welcome)
  • Sylvester’s Fish
    Famous amongst locals and visitors alike, Sylvester’s is always busy, but is worth the wait! Ideal for that ‘sitting- by-the-sea’ sh ‘n’ chips feast!
    Sylvester’s Fish, 3 Meeting St Appledore Bideford EX39 1RJ (15 minute drive)
    01237 423 548
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Best Cafés

  • Docton Mill
    Voted ‘best cream tea in Devon’ (and that’s saying something!)
    Docton Mill, Docton Mill Wild Flower Gardens, Lymebridge, Hartland, EX39 6EA (30 minute drive)
    www.doctonmill.co.uk | 01237 441 369
  • Café du Parc
    Really good patisserie, cakes and lunches from real French folk. Check out with them for special, often musical, evening events.
    Café du Parc,The Burton Art Gallery, 39 Kingsley Road,Town Centre, Bideford, EX39 2QQ (5 minute drive)
    www.burtonartgallery.co.uk | 01237 429 317

Shopping for Food

Convenience Stores

  • Spar
    SPAR Blights Motors, Bideford EX39 3ET (7 minute drive)
  • Co-op
    62-63 Mill St, Bideford EX39 2JT (5 minute drive)
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Supermarkets

  • Tesco
    Manteo Way, Bideford EX39 4AJ (7 minute drive)
  • Morrisons
    Kingsley Rd, Bideford EX39 2LG (7 minute drive)
  • Asda
    Clovelly Rd, Bideford EX39 3QU (10 minute drive)
  • Waitrose – Delivery
    Station Rd, Holsworthy EX22 6AZ (30 minute drive)
  • Sainsbury’s – Delivery
    Roundswell Business Park, Gratton Way, Roundswell, Barnstaple EX31 3NH (15 minute drive)
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Farm Shop

  • Marshford Organic Foods
    Churchill Way, Northam, Bideford EX39 1NS (10 minute drive)
    www.marshford.co.uk | 01237477160
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Butchers

  • Hiron & Son’s Artisan Butchers
    10 Mill St, Bideford EX39 2JT (5 minute drive)
    www.artisanbutchers.co.uk | 01237473334
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Wine Merchant

  • Majestic Wines
    Majestic, Eastern Ave, Barnstaple EX32 8PB (21 minute drive)
    www.majestic.co.uk | 01271379545
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Bakery & Delicatessen

 

Things to Do

Indoor

Outdoor

  • Keypitts Off Road Adventures
    Ilfracombe EX34 9RW
    www.keypitts.com | 07446078190
  • North Devon Field Sports – Clay Pigeon Shooting
    South Down Farm, Barnstaple EX31 3LZ
    01271858791
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On the Water

  • Trips to Lundy Island
    Step aboard the MS Oldenburg and head for. Lundy Island. A wealth of ora, fauna and wildlife abound on this untouched island. Departs from Bideford Quay.
    www.lundyisland.co.uk
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Walking & Cycling

  • Northam Burrows Country Park
    The Burrows Centre, Sandymere Rd, Northam, Bideford EX39 1XS
    www.torridge.gov.uk
  • National Trust – Bideford Bay & Hartland
    Brownsham, Bideford EX39 6AN
    www.nationaltrust.org.uk | 01237441976
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Pampering

  • Glo Pamper
    For pampering in the comfort of your property. A range of treatments available from a local therapist including massage, pedicure, manicure, etc. To book please use the contact details below and quote ‘kate & toms’. Guests are advised to book well in advance.
    www.glo-pamper.co.uk | 020 7096 0385

Top Things to Do for Children

Indoor

  • Battlefield Devon
    Inside The Big Sheep, Abbotsham, Abbotsham Rd, Abbotsham, Bideford EX39 5AP
    01237472366
  • Air Extreme Trampoline Park
    Roundswell Business Park, 1 Lauder Ln, Roundswell, Barnstaple EX31 3TA
    www.air-extreme.co.uk | 01271349806
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Outdoor

  • The Milyway Adventure Park
    The Milky Way Adventure Park, Bideford EX39 5RY
    www.themilkyway.co.uk | 01237431255

 

Top Places to Visit

Historic Landmarks

  • Tarka Bridge
    A386, Bideford EX39 5LB
  • Landcross Tunnel
    Church, Bideford EX39 5JJ
  • St Michaels Chapel Ruin
    16 Silver St, Braunton EX33 2EN
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Stately Homes & Gardens

  • The Devon Manor House
    Shirwell, Barnstaple EX31 4LE
  • The Castle Hill Estate
    The Estate Office Castle Hill, Filleigh, Barnstaple EX32 0RQ
    www.castlehilldevon.co.uk | 01598760336
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Places to Explore!

  • Bidford
    The “little white town” of Bideford is a lovely coastal village close to River Hall. It’s the perfect spot to potter about and treat yourselves to an ice cream.
  • The Tarka Trail
    The “little white town” of Bideford is a lovely coastal village close to River Hall. It’s the perfect spot to potter about and treat yourselves to an ice cream.
  • Saunton Sands
    One of Devon’s most memorable beaches, Saunton Sands is an impressive expanse of at sand, stretching for three miles and backed by massive sand dunes. It’s very popular with families and surfers.
  • Croyde
    Try out a few watersports at Croyde Bay, part of the beautiful heritage coastline of North Devon and one of the UK’s favourite sur ng beaches. Croyde village is a charming hamlet of thatched cottages with many places to eat, buy gifts and hire beach equipment and wetsuits.
  • Brainton Burrows
    Lying at the entrance to the Taw-Torridge Estuary, Braunton Burrows is one of the most important sand dune systems in Britain and forms the core of a Biosphere Reserve.And it’s a lot of fun to explore.
  • Lundy Island
    For anyone who has read and loved the Famous Five! Board the Oldenburg and set off to explore the unspoilt delights of this beautiful island. Keep your eyes peeled for seals and seabirds along the way!
  • Hartland Lighthouse
    For a taste of the power of the sea, visit this stunning section of the coastline… coves, lighthouses, views and pubs! For a café with a difference, try the cliff-top café at Hartland Point, or for arguably the best cream tea in North Devon, try the cafe at Docton Mill Wild Flower Gardens
  • Dartmoor
    Discover the wide expanses of one of Britain’s most stunning moors.Too many walks and gems to mention – the owners are happy to give you their top tips when you arrive!
  • Exmoor
    A slightly gentler version of Dartmoor; hidden valleys and undulating hills – endless opportunities to explore and enjoy.

Useful Information

Bedrooms and Bathrooms

  • Sleeps up to 22 adults and 3 children in the main house
  • The adjacent Coach House sleeps an additional 7 guests in 4 bedrooms. Please note that the Coach House may be let separately

MAIN HOUSE

  • 11 bedrooms
  • All bedrooms en-suite
Bedrooms Sleeps Beds Features
Bedroom 1 2 Four-poster King En-suite
Bedroom 2 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 3 2 Four-poster King En-suite
Bedroom 4 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 5 2+2 King or Twin
+ Bunk Beds		 En-suite,
Zip-&-link bed
Bedroom 6 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 7 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 8 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 9 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 10 2 King En-suite
Bedroom 11 2+1 King + Sofa bed En-suite wet room

COACH HOUSE

  • 4 bedrooms
  • 2 family bathrooms, 1 en-suite
Bedrooms Sleeps Beds Features
Bedroom 1 2 Super-King or Twin Private bathroom,
Zip-&-link bed
Bedroom 2 2 Super-King or Twin Zip-&-link bed
Bedroom 3 1 Single
Bedroom 4 2 Super-King or Twin En-suite wet room,
Zip-&-link bed
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Cooking and Dining

  • Dining table seats 28 comfortably
  • Kitchen table seats 16 comfortably
  • Private chef available
  • Drop-off meals available
  • Electric range cooker
  • Two microwaves
  • Dishwasher
  • Tables and chairs on terrace
  • BBQ – coal provided
  • Good dining nearby
  • Online deliveries
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Children Welcome

  • Toys, books and DVDs for children
  • Two cots and a travel cot available – linen not provided
  • Four high chairs available
  • Swings
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Accessibility

  • Two Ground floor WC’s in main house
  • Two ground floor bedrooms with ensuite wet rooms, one in main house, one in coach house
  • Main house ground floor is accessible for wheelchairs
  • Kitchen and lounge of coach house is on first floor
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Inside

  • Two large smart TV’s
  • Wi-Fi
  • Two DVD players and DVDs
  • iPod Dock
  • Piano
  • Library
  • Games room with table tennis and pool table
  • Assorted games
  • Open fire – logs provided
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Outside

  • All weather tennis court – may be shared with other guests
  • Cricket set
  • Croquet set
  • Footballs
  • A 3 acre field in front of the main house (a minute walk down the drive) for exercising dogs off of leads
  • Hot tub can be hired directly with the owner
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House Restrictions

  • Noise policy in place
  • 4 dogs welcome with prior notice at £25 per dog – pet policy in place
  • Sorry, no fireworks
  • Hen parties welcome
  • Weddings and events welcome
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What’s Included

  • Linen, towels and essentials
  • Welcome Hamper
  • Hand wash and shower gel
  • Utilities
  • Please bring your own beach towels

 

Noise Policy

  • The house is set in private grounds but we do have neighbours whose needs we respect – and who are used to enjoying a peaceful, tranquil environment in this lovely location. We therefore ask all our guests to show consideration to the environment and our neighbours in all matters, and especially with regard to noise.To help ensure everyone’s holiday goes well, we ask you to respect the following noise rules:
  1. After 11pm please use the terraces and gardens around the house as quiet areas.
  2. Please do not set up music systems outside the house.
  3. Please limit any loud music playing inside the house so it cannot be heard outside.
  4. Please show consideration for our neighbours in the early morning and late evening.
  5. If you are having any deliveries or ordering taxis please ensure they have clear directions.
  • The vast majority of our guests will of course behave with great consideration to our neighbours and would never intend to offend but observing our noise policy will remove any potential for the harmonious environment to be disturbed.

Pet Policy

  • Should you be bringing a pet with you on your stay, you must comply with the below policy and rules that the owner has in place. This policy applies to all pets and not just dogs.
  1. You must not allow the pet upstairs, on the bed or other furniture
  2. The pet must sleep downstairs either in the utility room or another appropriate room with hard surface flooring
  3. You must supply your own pet bed, food and any other pet amenities required for your stay
  4. Any fouling at the Property must be cleared up without delay and disposed of accordingly
  5. The pet must not be left alone at the Property at any time and must go with you whenever you leave the Property
  6. You must ensure that the pet is free from parasites before the Rental Date, failure to do so may incur further charges which the Owner is entitled to recover from you in full
  7. Where there are other properties near the house, dogs should be kept on a leash and you must be mindful of other people and animals, including livestock, in the vicinity so as not to allow your pet to become a nuisance
  • Please note that a pet friendly property does not necessarily mean that the property has an enclosed garden.
  • Should any of the conditions stated in the policy above be breached, the owner will have the right to deduct any sum from the Cautionary Deposit so as to deal with such breach. Should the Cautionary Deposit be insufficient to remedy such breach, the Owner of the Property shall have the right to recover any sum from you so as to make up any shortfall.