Old Rectory and Coach House

The Old Rectory and Coach House are part of a unique historical site of architecturally listed buildings, perfect for weddings, family reunions, celebrating a big birthday or anniversary or just a great weekend. There is a ten-acre site with buildings surrounded by lawns, ponds, ancient woodland and a unique ecology with beautiful gardens, 8 miles from the sea.

We have had writing/reading retreats at the rectory and yoga weekends and music and singing workshops. Many musicians and choirs have come to rehearse and perform and walking groups have come for holidays too. We would be delighted to show you around.

There is full high-speed satellite WiFi throughout the entire site.

The Old Rectory

Sleeps up to a maximum of 18 people in 8 generous bedrooms, two of which are en-suite. There is also a family bathroom as well as a shower room downstairs. On the ground floor there is a large and well-equipped kitchen with an Aga, a second kitchen with electric cooker, a large living room with a grand piano, another large reception room, a library, and a billiards/snooker room. The kitchens are huge and fully equipped with dishwasher and two fridge freezers, full central heating and a washing machine.

The Coach House

Sleeps 12 people in 5 bedrooms, with 2 bathrooms. Downstairs there are two living rooms, one with a woodburner and a kitchen with an Aga, electric hob and oven, dishwasher and fridge-freezer.

The Former Village Hall

This spacious and versatile building is licensed for weddings (in fact the whole site is now licensed) and is also very suitable for celebrations and parties of all kinds. It has a small stage and brilliant acoustics. Over the years the owners have put on plays and live music events. It is also large enough to host wedding receptions for up to 80 people, and there is everything on hand for this (furniture, crockery, cutlery, glassware etc.).

The Conservatory

This is a new and very popular addition to the rectory buildings, a glass-covered area, very suitable for up to 40 people to sit down and eat together or have a barbeque.

Other Possibilities

The rectory is surrounded by ancient woodlands and is a great place to get back to nature. There are two cabins and plenty of room for camping with separate showers and toilet facilities for campers.

The buildings are situated in10 acres of gardens, lawns and woodlands – perfect for  exploring, evening walks. There is an old walled kitchen garden as well as extensive lawns and flowerbeds round the house, with plenty of room for a marquee. The position of the house lawns and woodlands guarantees privacy and glorious peace.

Weddings

The Old Rectory reserves a few dates a year for weddings (the house and grounds are licensed), and specialises in country-style celebrations with lots of friends and family and touches of rural charm. Please get in touch with us and we will share further details.

Edmund’s Choice of Extraordinary Feature

“I’ve always had a soft spot for this house. It’s comfortable and not at all precious, the sort of rambling old place that you can just relax and enjoy being with your family. Great privacy, too – no neighbours for miles!”

About The Location

There is plenty to do in the area – Pyworthy itself has a lovely old pub, the Molesworth Arms, with lots of great circular walks. The town of Holsworthy has two supermarkets and local shops. The Old Rectory is only 8 miles from the sea with spectacular coast and sandy beaches, and the traditional resort of Bude, with all of its amenities.

Things To Do

The Old Rectory has an outdoor swimming pool, snooker table, mini-football pitch, extensive gardens and plenty of places for country walks (The coastal path and Dartmoor are both within easy reach.). The surfers’ beaches of North Devon are about a twenty minutes’ drive away, as are innumerable coastal walks with interesting churches and Devon cream tea cafes.