Welcome to Kingfishers
Thank you for choosing to holiday with us at Higher Hopworthy, we hope you enjoy your stay. All the information you need about the cottage is in this guest guide, if you have any questions or would like any further information please just ask!
ARRIVAL INFORMATION
CHECK IN
The cottage will be ready from 4pm on your arrival day. You will be sent a code for the key box (by the front door) prior to your arrival.
DIRECTIONS
What3Words: snappy.strongman.bandage
SATNAV: postcode EX22 6XX - NB this postcode covers all the properties along the lane.
The entrance to Kingfishers will be found at the bottom of Hopworthy hill near the railway bridge.
PARKING
Parking for up to 2 cars adjacent to the cottage
EV CHARGING
EV charging is available at the property (£50 charging deposit required). The charger is a 7.5KW untethered charger - please ensure you bring a charging cable with you.
Charging from any other socket is strictly prohibited.
CONTACT DETAILS
Farmhouse: 01288 381286
Polly: 07765251893
Paul: 07752124973
WHAT WE PROVIDE
A welcome tea tray for your arrival with tea, sugar, milk, coffee plus a selection of pods for the tassimo machine.
Essential cleaning items including washing up liquid, dishwasher tablets, tea towels and bin bags.
PACK THE ESSENTIALS
The area around the lake is quite wet and muddy following this particularly wet winter – wellies or similar foorwear are essential!
As the hot tub is outside, we suggest that you bring suitable footwear eg flipflops and a dressing gown for accessing the hot tub.
HOT TUB
Please ensure you have read the hot tub safety sheet provided before use.
Instructions can be found in our guest information.
The hot tub is provided for the use of booked guests only.
SHOPPING
Nearest supermarkets - Holsworthy (3 miles)
Delivery is available from ASDA, Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsburys, Morrisons and Iceland.
Delivery address:
Kingfishers, Higher Hopworthy. EX22 6XX
Please add the w3w address in the delivery instructions
House Manual
RECYCLING & REFUSE
Please recycle your waste into the containers provided
Green Caddy for all food waste
Green Box (outside) large recycling items
Kitchen Bin small recyclables & general waste
Please put bags into black dustbin when full
WIFI
Higher Hopworthy
password: Kingfishers
Please use your own login for any streaming services you wish to use. Don't forget to log out before you leave!
WINDOWS & DOORS
The Velux windows are operated by the remote controls.
As they have a rain sensor they will won't open when wet.
The patio doors are lift and slide mechanisms: to slide the door pull the handle all the way downwards. When you have shut the door, pull the handle all the way up to lock it.
Please ensure the doors are secured on the inside with the thumbturn locks before leaving the property.
EMERGENCY INFORMATION
Holsworthy Medical Centre: 01409 253692
Stratton Hospital (minor injuries unit, daytime) - call 111
Police - call 101 for non emergency
The nearest defibrillator is on the wall of The Molesworth Arms in Pyworthy (0.75 miles)
In case of a power cut, please check the fuse box located in the kitchen cupboard..
The emergency torches will illuminate.
Stop cock is located under the kitchen sink.
The property is not on mains drainage, to prevent blockage of the septic tank system, please do not put any sanitary items or wipes down the toilet, thank you.
FIRE SAFETY
The property is fitted with smoke alarms and a CO alarm, should the alarms sound, please vacate the property immediately via the nearest available exit and call 999
Exit Points:
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Kitchen Door
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Patio Doors (lounge & bedrooms)
Fire blanket can be found in the kitchen
Emergency torches can be found in each bedroom
Please do not smoke inside the property
Please do not use candles or tealights
Please do not place hot ashes from the BBQ in the dustbin
Please do not charge Electric Vehicles unless using the dedicated charge point.
CONTACTS
Farmhouse: 01288 381286
Polly: 07765251893
Paul: 07752124973
Garages:
Pyworthy MOT: 01409 254275
Waynes Wheels : 07472302902
Tyres:
Advance Tyres Holsworthy: 01409 254446
Greenaways, Bude : 01288 353434
Taxis:
B&S (Pyworthy) 07889 833127
Trev's Taxi (Bude) 07799663217
Bayside Taxi (Bude) 01288 358 076 / 07769 313 654
Rob's Travel (Bude) 07771 824141
HEATING
The underfloor heating is thermostatically controlled and programmed to ensure recommended ambient temperatures throughout the day and night.
Please let us know if you are feeling too hot or too cold and we can make adjustments.
HOT WATER
The boiler is set to heat the water mornings & evenings. The solar system should keep the water hot during the day. If there is no hot water during the daytime
please press the ADVANCE button on the white timer unit on the right hand side of the boiler cupboard (in main dressing room)
HEATED TOWEL RAILS
The towel rails are left in standby mode,
press the on/off button to turn on, followed by
the clock button once to activate the timer.
SHOWER
Use the left hand shower control to select the shower head (1/4 turn forward or back), the right hand control is for the temperature.
INDUCTION HOB
Induction hobs can interfere with the performance of pacemakers. It is recommended to keep at least 60cm away from the stove top.
APPLIANCES
Instruction booklets can be found in the kitchen drawer.
If there is anything not working, please let us know as soon as possible so that we can arrange repairs / replacements.
COFFEE MACHINE
Please see the instruction sheet provided.
The start button does require pressing quite
firmly!
We provide a starter selection of pods,
additional pods are available in local
supermarkets.
Please place used pods in the recycling.
LAUNDRY
There is a washing machine in the kitchen. The laundry basket, ironing board and electric airer can be found in the kitchen cupboard. A rotary washing line is provided in the garden.
GARDEN FURNITURE
Please keep the chairs & loungers stacked behind the hot tub when not in use to prevent damage in windy conditions.
EV CHARGING
EV charging is available at the property by prior arrangement (£50 charging deposit required).
The current rate is 28p/kWh, any unused balance is refundable.
Charging from any other socket is strictly prohibited.
HOT TUB MAINTENANCE
We will need to access the hot tub daily to complete essential daily checks & maintenance. This will usually be between 9am - 12 noon.
DEPARTURE DAY
If you have food left over at the end of your stay, please do not put it in the black bin, please leave it in the kitchen for us to dispose of appropriately, thank you.
Please ensure the property is vacated by 10am.
Hot Tub Safety Information
For your safety and comfort, please follow the hot tub safety rules during your stay.
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The hot tub must not be used by children under the age of 4.
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If pregnant please seek advice from your doctor / midwife before use
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If you have one of the following conditions, please seek medical advice from your doctor before use:
-cardiovascular disease (including high blood pressure)
- epilepsy
- skin conditions
- immunosuppression
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Please shower to remove suncream and lotions before use
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Do not use the hot tub if you have had diarrhoea in the previous 14 days
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Use of hot tubs are not recommended immediately after a large meal or excessive alcohol consumption
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Prolonged use (>30mins) may result in dizziness, please take extra care when exiting the tub
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Children must be supervised at all times
Instructions for Use
To Open:
Undo the two clips at the front of the tub.
Ensure the lifting bracket bar is in the middle of the lid
Fold the front half of the lid back onto the back half (with the bar in between)
Use the lifting bracket to tip the whole lid to the right.
The lid should then be supported fully by the lifting bracket.
To Close:
Tip the lifting bracket to the left and then unfold the lid. Secure with the clips.
CONTROLS
1) lights on/off
2) jets on low/ on high / off
3) air on/off
Please do not press the temperature button as this will alter the tub settings.
Please ensure the air, lights and jets are turned off before exiting the hot tub and replace the lid when not in use. If the jets do not turn off, don’t worry – the tub is on a heating or filter cycle.
Please do not sit or stand on the lid
As the hot tub will be cleaned between guests it may not be up to operating temperature (36-38 degrees) at the time of your arrival.
We will require access daily to monitor and adjust chemical levels as necessary
No foot wear to be worn in the tub
Please take care when entering and exiting to avoid slipping
If the water becomes excessively cloudy/discoloured due to misuse, we will have to drain and clean.
If you wish it to be refilled, this will be at an additional cost of £50.
Food & Drink
SHOPPING
Nearest supermarkets - Holsworthy (3 miles)
Delivery is available from ASDA, Tesco, Waitrose, Sainsburys, Morrisons and Iceland.
The delivery address is Higher Hopworthy, Pyworthy. EX22 6XX. Please include the cottage name in the delivery instructions for the driver.
Holsworthy:
Waitrose: 8am to 9pm Mon-Fri
8am to 8pm Sat
10am to 4pm Sun
Co-op: 6:30am to 10pm Mon – Sat
7am to 10pm Sun
Bude:
Morrisons: 8am to 9pm Mon – Sat
10am to 4pm Sun
Co-op: 8am to 10pm Mon-Sat
10am to 4pm Sun
Sainsburys: 8am to 8pm Mon – Sat
10am to 4pm Sun
Lidl: 8am – 9pm Mon-Sat
10am – 4pm Sun
LOCAL PRODUCE
There are several local markets and farm shops selling local produce
Holsworthy Pannier Market - Wednesdays
Bude Farmer's Market - Fridays (Easter - October)
Bude Artisan Market - Saturdays
Fresh Milk - Cornish Moo, North Petherwin
Local Butchers - R Perkin, Holsworthy
- Hoof to Block, Chilsworthy
Local Cheese - Market Cheeses, Holsworthy
Fresh Bread & Pastries - Country dairy kitchen, Holsworthy
- Cousin's Bakery, Holsworthy
- Lansdowne Bakery, Bude
Farm Shops:
Blackberry Farm, Milton Damerel
Cornish Coasts, Bude
Little Pig, Kilkhampton
Belini's Deli Kitchen, Bude
Strawberry Fields, Lifton
EATING OUT
There are lots of cafes, pubs and restaurants to choose from in the surrounding area, but here are some of our favourites:
The Molesworth Arms - www.moleswortharmspyworthy.co.uk
The local village pub, open Wednesday - Sunday for evening meals and Sunday lunch. Great Sunday roast during the winter and lots of local homegrown produce. Booking essential. Please check their website for up to date opening hours.
Holsworthy Golf Club - www.holsworthygolfclub.co.uk
Our recommendation for a Sunday Carvery
The Rydon Inn - www.rydon-inn.com
With a lovely beer garden for lunch or a pint on a sunny afternoon.
Rosie's Cafe - www.rosieskitchen.co.uk
Has an outdoor play area for the kids and right on Crooklets beach. Evening bistro in the summer.
The Beach House - www.beachhousewidemouth.co.uk
Situated right next to Widemouth Bay beach, their seafood is not to be missed
Elements - www.elements-life.info
Very popular Italian restaurant in the centre of Bude, look out for their special offers out of season.
The Weir - www.weir-restaurant-bude.co.uk
Situated near the end of Bude canal at Marhamchurch with walking & cycling routes right to the door. Also has an outdoor childrens play area to keep them entertained.
The Little Pig - www.littlepigfarmshop.co.uk
Lovely cafe and farm shop situated on the A39 at Kilkhampton. An ideal place for breakfast or Brunch!
The Puffing Billy - www.puffingbilly.co.uk
Yarde Orchard Cafe -www.yarde-orchard.co.uk
Both of these lovely cafe's can be found on the Tarka Trail between Torrington & Meeth
TAKEAWAYS
Holsworthy
Indian Ocean - www.indianoceanholsworthy.co.uk delivery available
China Kitchen - 01409 253043
Crisp n Dry - 01409 253969 fish & chips, delivery available
Corner Cafe - 01409 253619 fish & chips
KJ's - 01409 254270 pizza, burgers & kebabs
Bude
Bude Tandoori - www.budetandoori.co.uk
Mirchi - www.mirchibude.com Indian takeaway & restaurant
Tiandi - 01288 359686 Chinese
Silver River - 01288 352028 Chinese
Wei Cheng - www.weichengbude.co.uk Chinese
The Mermaid - 01288 355056 Fish & Chips
The Plaice - www.theplaice.net Fish & Chips
Tourist Information
Holsworthy
Holsworthy is a traditional agricultural market town, with a pannier market in the square and a livestock market on the outskirts of town (both held on a Wednesday)
Annual celebrations include the Holsworthy & Stratton agricultural show, St Peter’s Fair week and the carnival in November.
There is a leisure centre with swimming pool and a park with a new children’s play area. The free museum is located by the main car park, opposite the tourist information office.
Directions
Turn right out of the cottages towards Pyworthy and continue up the hill, straight through the village. At the bottom of the hill turn left. The first right turn will take you to Waitrose. The road will otherwise take you to the town centre.
Bude
Bude is a popular seaside town, with plenty of activities for all the family. With Bude’s canal, beaches and sea pool, there is something for everyone. The Castle, Bude has a museum & gallery and there are events held on The Castle Green all through the year. A very popular farmers market is held on the wharf every Friday during the summer. Annual events include Bude Jazz week, Bude Food Festival & Bude & Stratton Heritage Festival.
Directions
Turn left out of the cottages. At the cross roads turn left. Continue through Bridgerule until you come to the main Bude / Launceston road (B3254). Turn right and then turn left at the next main road (Red post). Follow this road through Stratton until you meet the main A39. Turn left and then the next right (opposite the Veterinary Surgery), this road will take you into the town centre.
Wet Weather Suggestions
The Venue, Bude – indoor playzone and 10 pin bowling
Splash Leisure Pool, Bude – with wave machine & flume
The Big Sheep, Bideford –all weather theme park www.thebigsheep.co.uk
The Milky Way, Bideford – all weather theme park
Dingles Fairground Heritage Centre
Watersports
Surfing
There are several surf schools and hire centres in Bude
www.zumajay.co.uk – for equipment hire
www.budesurfingexperience.co.uk – for lessons
www.outdooradventure.co.uk – surfing and coasteering
www.sandymouthsurfschool.co.uk
There are also lots of other activities available at Bude Canal & Sea Pool or at the two local reservoirs Tamar Lakes and Roadford Lake. From sailing to paddleboarding, there’s something for everyone to try.
Walking & Cycling
tourist information for Devon’s “Ruby Country” including walking and cycling routes
200+ circular walks in Cornwall available on the website or app
cycle hire and local cycle routes to download
walking and cycling routes in North Devon & Exmoor
Golf
There are three golf courses in the Bude and Holsworthy area
Try Something New!
Segway Tours
Inflatable Aqua Park
ZipWire @ The Eden Project
Craft Courses