Corffe  stands in a sheltered , peaceful position on high ground commanding excellent views of the countryside west of the village of Tawstock .

               The village , 2 miles south of Barnstaple ( North Devon's largest town ) , enjoys a picturesque setting in the wooded valley of the

               River Taw , and boasts a unique thatched school and an ancient parish church .

               An impressive residence surrounded by livestock farms , was owned by a titled family up until 1978 . The outbuildings have been

              converted to provide eleven holiday properties , sharing 3.5 acres of grounds and facilities .   

              The Parish Church of Tawstock is of particular historical interest dating from 1066

              and is recorded in the Domesday Book , also there are several important tombs

              dating from the 16/17th Century . 

Local Area  The local area has much to offer visitors , with excellent walking ,riding ,and fishing nearby , visitors are also welcome at the

                Portmore Golf Club which has 18 holes , situated at Landkey , 2 miles from Corffe . Further afield , the Exmoor National Park is only

                     12 miles to the east , and the famous Devon towns of South Molton , Bideford , Woolacombe and Ilfracombe are within easy        

                     reach . Across the River Torridge , in the village of Appledore , renowned for shipbuilding , is the North Devon Maritime Museum .  

                     Barnstaple offers shops, pubs, restaurants, theatre, cinema and a modern sports centre ( open all year round ) . The Pannier Market

                     holds various markets throughout the week ,  i.e.   locally produced food, crafts and antiques . 

Beaches   This part of Devon is particularly well blessed with safe sandy beaches, and visitors

                    will find this golden coast exemplified in the glorious beaches at Woolacombe/ Putsborough,

                   Croyde, Saunton and Westwood Ho!  Uninterrupted by any landmass, the rollers sweep in

                   from the Atlantic, making the region a mecca for surfers . In contrast to this you also have

                  the rugged coast of Exmoor, Hartland, etc providing wonderful views along the coastal pathway.