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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in East Allington sleeps 10.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Golf nearby • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: Set in the heart of rural countryside, this spacious and lavishly furnished, modern barn conversion shares 3 acres of grounds and an all weather tennis court, as well as free access to superb leisure facilities at Dartmouth Golf and Country Club, making it an ideal holiday home for families of all ages all year round. Whether for a holiday in the height of summer, enjoying the many attractions and beaches in the area, or for a family gathering in off peak season for a celebration, Dray Cottage is a superb choice. Dartmouth Golf and Country Club is 10 minutes’ drive, with indoor swimming pool, sauna, steam room, spa and gym. Golfers also receive a discount on the green fees.
Dray Cottage is set in the small hamlet of Fallapit, just outside the village of East Allington midway between the towns of Kingsbridge, Totnes and Dartmouth. This AONB has many sandy beaches and stunning coastline very close by, including Blue Flag beaches Slapton Sands, Beesands, East Portlemouth, Bantham, Bigbury and Thurlestone. The town of Dartmouth is nestled on the River Dart and offers boat trips, exclusive shops, galleries, many pubs and some famous restaurants. Totnes, 5 miles up the river, is a town steeped in history, enjoying a colourful and exuberant atmosphere, while Salcombe is another pretty riverside town, boasting a busy estuary with many yachts sailing by and a myriad of interesting shops and pubs in its winding streets. There are several NT properties in the area to explore and some delightful open gardens. With the South Hams coastal path stretching over 60 miles there is great walking and time can be spent exploring the rugged moorland.
A little further afield and well worth a visit is the Eden Project in Cornwall. Riding, sailing, sea and coarse fishing are available locally, as well as a good variety of shopping. Shops 3 miles, pubs ½ mile. Large entrance hall. Spacious living/dining room with electric ‘wood burner’ and beams. Large, well-equipped kitchen with French doors. Shower room with toilet. First floor: Two double (5ft) bedrooms, one with TV. Two twin bedrooms, each with pull-out bed (each for +1); one with TV. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
  
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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £785 to £ 2115
Self catering accommodation in Bideford sleeps 10.
Features include: Hot Tub • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 10
Accommodation overview: LUXURY DETACHED HOUSE WITH STUNNING VIEWS OVER ANCIENT TOWN OF BIDEFORD The property is located in a private road occupying an elevated position in East-the-Water giving magnificent views over the River Torridge towards Bideford town, the bridge, the quay and the tidal fountain. The river provides a wide range of recreational pursuits including yachting, rowing, fishing and bathing and the surfing beaches of Westward Ho!, Saunton Sands and Croyde are all easily accessible. Cyclists can enjoy the Tarka Trail which is adjacent to the property and offers delightful walks in picturesque countryside. There is so much to see and do in the area with attractions to suit all tastes which include The Big Sheep, The Milky Way, Dartington Crystal, RHS Rosemoor Gardens and much more. Stroll into the town where there is an array of small shops, restaurants and good quality pubs and in the evenings relax on the large decking area enjoying the views or try an all weather BBQ under the veranda. Leisure facilities: hot tub on decking area with views. Games room: den with TV/DVD, games and Nintendo Wii(please feel free to bring games).The accommodation has been refurbished to a high standard and offers FIVE bedrooms: 2 doubles both with TVs and feature en-suite shower rooms with WC, 1 zip-and-link double which can be a twin on request and 2 further twins. Bathroom: with mixer shower over bath and WC. Separate WC downstairs. Lounge: large, with plasma screen TV, DVD, Freeview, Sky, hi-fi with iPod docking station and open fire(1st bag of coal included over winter months).Dining room: with open fire. Kitchen: well equipped, farmhouse style with Aga, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and microwave. Utility: with washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside: large enclosed gardens and decking with hot tub, seating and BBQ (1st bag of charcoal provided in summer). Care should be taken with small children in the outside spaces. Amenities: ample private off-road parking for 4-5 cars on the gated driveway. Bed linen, towels, Wi-Fi internet access, electric and central heating included. 2 dogs welcome. Additional information: a second cot is available on request. Location: beach 2 miles, shop and pub walking distance.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Countisbury sleeps 8.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Fishing nearby • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: Nestling amidst the heather clad moorland of the Exmoor National Park coast, Kipscombe Farmhouse, a spacious, self-contained main wing of the 17th-century farmhouse, enjoys a dramatic coastal setting. Restored to a high standard, with its own secluded south-facing garden, the property offers well-equipped and comfortable holiday accommodation ideal for large family groups. Guests are free to roam amongst the 980 acres of National Trust farmland, where the children will be delighted to meet the sheep, cows and horses. Coastal footpaths lead straight from the farm through some of the most scenic and panoramic views in the area – on a clear day Wales is visible across the Bristol Channel. With the Exmoor National Park on the doorstep, offering a wealth of countryside delights, where Exmoor ponies, red deer and rare birds play, and footpaths and moorland streams meander through wild moorland, this is an ideal location for keen walkers and nature lovers alike. The famous twin villages of Lynton and Lynmouth (2½ miles), with their connecting cliff railway, pretty harbour, quaint thatched inns, pebble beaches, tennis courts and putting green are within easy driving or hiking distance. Valley of the Rocks is a popular spot for a picnic, where wild goats scale the magnificent cliffs. Weekly markets are held at Barnstaple, whilst Ilfracombe offers family attractions, a theatre, sandy beaches and boat trips to Lundy Island. The magnificent golden coastal beaches of Saunton, Putsborough, Woolacombe and Croyde, are within easy driving distance, as are many local NT properties. Fishing, horse riding, tennis, golf and surfing locally. Inn with restaurant 1 mile. Entrance via conservatory with furniture. Large beamed living room with wood-burning stove in inglenook fireplace with original bread oven and French door to garden and patio. Dining room. Large, modern fitted, well-equipped kitchen with Aga. Utility with cloakroom and toilet. First floor: Four bedrooms: two double, one with en-suite bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet, one with en-suite shower room and toilet; two twin bedrooms with washbasins. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Umberleigh sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Characterful, detached Hansford Mill has been tastefully converted and sits on the bank of the Mully brook. There are 17 acres of river banked fields to enjoy as well as some areas of the owner’s well maintained gardens. The holiday property lies in the picturesque Taw Valley area of North Devon, an excellent base to explore all the delights of this area of Devon. Towards Barnstaple are some of the best beaches in the country including Woolacombe and Saunton, the nearest being at Instow, whilst Barnstaple itself has most amenities. Numerous places of interest close by. Shops and pubs 2 miles. Beamed living room with wood-burning stove. Study. Separate toilet. First floor: Spacious beamed kitchen/dining room. Second floor: Two bedrooms, each with en-suite shower room and toilet; one double and one twin (can form double).
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Sleeps 10
Weekly prices from £729 to £ 1909
Self catering accommodation in Torquay sleeps 10.
Features include: Close to the Sea • Pub nearby • Pets allowed • Internet WiFi • Parking available • Luxury accommodation • Golf nearby • Garden •
Accommodation overview: Quiet location, near the beach, large garden and ample parking
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Sleeps 2
Weekly prices from £300 to £ 599
Self catering accommodation in Buckland sleeps 2.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 2
Accommodation overview: Situated down a country lane amidst the rolling hills and lush valleys of the beautiful North Devonshire countryside... Barton Court comprises 13th-century barns which have been cleverly and tastefully converted to offer accommodation of a very good standard. Fronted by lawns, terraces and flower borders, the holiday cottages enjoy the use of 5 acres of grounds, and each overlooks rolling countryside. Arranged around attractive landscaped gardens, adjacent to the owners’ home, they are just a few minutes’ walk from the village of Buckland Brewer with its popular 13th-century inn and traditional butcher’s shop.
Sandy beaches at Westward Ho! and Instow are within 5 miles and the dramatic North Devon Coast or the famous Tarka Trail (cycle and footpath) are both nearby, with riding, fishing, sailing and other watersports available locally. Dartington Crystal and Rosemoor RHS gardens, 5 miles. Shop 4½ miles, pub/restaurant ¼ mile.
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Sleeps 8
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Bow sleeps 8.
Features include: • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 8
Accommodation overview: This attractive, spacious converted barn is furnished and equipped to a very high standard throughout. It is set in delightful and extensive gardens, and located on the edge of Dartmoor National Park - close to the village of Bow, which has a general store/deli, garden centre and doctors’ surgery. A self-contained annexe of the holiday property is occasionally used by the owners. Coleford has a 13th-century gastro pub. Bickleigh has a vineyard, pottery, working watermill and narrow gauge railway. This outstanding property is an ideal base for exploring Dartmoor and visiting both coasts. Numerous other attractions including Tavistock (voted No. 1 market town in the UK), Castle Drogo (NT), and Exeter city are nearby, making it the perfect setting for a holiday all year round. Shop 1 mile. One or two additional internal steps in places, mainly tiled and wooden floors. Double bedroom (5ft bed). Two twin bedrooms. Shower room with power shower and toilet. Cloakroom and toilet. First floor: Spacious living room with ornamental fireplace and French doors to balcony. Galleried dining room. Large well-equipped, modern fitted kitchen with breakfast area. Double bedroom (5ft bed). Bathroom with shower attachment, power shower cubicle and toilet.
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Sleeps 6
Weekly prices from £550 to £ 1285
Self catering accommodation in Lympstone sleeps 6.
Features include: • Open Fire or Woodburner Stove • Short Breaks • Beach nearby • Pub nearby • Romantic Break • Garden • Sleeps 6
Accommodation overview: A charming and luxurious cottage that benefits from glorious river views over the River Exe. This modern three storey cottage (with original features) has been stylishly designed throughout, yet still retaining much of the property's original charm. The property sits within the heart of the highly acclaimed village of Lympstone (former winner of the 'Devon Life' village of the year), situated near Topsham, Exmouth, Exeter and Buddleigh Salterton. The village centre has been designated as a conservation area due to its historic importance and outstanding natural beauty. In the village there are three local popular village pubs all serving a wide ranging menu of locally sourced produce. There is also a village deli/store, post office, garden centre, cafe, children's play park and also benefitting from a village railway station so guests can explore the local area without the reliance on the car. The cottage benefits from direct access to the slipway opposite, perfect for water sports enthusiasts. The cottage also has access to two bikes that guests are welcome to use and make the most of the stunning views that can be enjoyed along the cycle path connecting Lympstone to Exmouth. If you can tear yourself away from the immediate area, this is the perfect base from which to visit the wealth of local activities in either direction along the picturesque coastline. This cottage offers THREE bedrooms: 1 master double on the second floor, approached via fairly steep cottage-style stairs, enjoying flat screen TV with DVD and Freeview, and a window seat perfect to enjoy the uninterrupted river views. 1 further double with flat screen TV with DVD and Freeview, and also enjoying estuary views, and 1 single bedroom that offers an additional guest bed suitable for children on request, both on the first floor. Bathroom: located on the first with shower over bath and WC, with an additional separate WC. Lounge/diner: boasting integrated cinema, projected to approximately 6' x 4', also enjoying wall mounted flat screen TV with DVD and Sky TV, above the original open wood fire, over 100 DVD's to enjoy, and also benefitting from a comfy window seat to watch the comings and goings of the slipway opposite and take in the estuary views. Kitchen: offers integrated appliances throughout with gas oven and hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, washing machine and dishwasher. Outside: the property offers an enclosed rear courtyard with garden seating, BBQ and also benefits from outdoor storage for canoes or windsurfs. Amenities: roadside parking is usually available within the village or within the village pay and display car park. Additional info: all guests receive a welcome gift pack on arrival. Location: beach at Exmouth 3 miles. Shops and pubs within walking distance.
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Lustleigh sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Beautifully converted to a high standard from old barns, these two adjoining pretty cottages enjoy super views over their own large mature gardens, with meadows and woodland beyond. Set close to the owner’s home, a path leads from the delightful, furnished gardens (with children’s play area) through a gate to a lush 3-acre meadow bounded by a stream. Set in the charming Dartmoor village of Lustleigh with thatched cottages, a 15th-century church, tearooms and pub all set around the picturesque village green. These properties make an excellent base for walking, riding and exploring the many natural, and often pre-historic, wonders of the Dartmoor National Park. The historic city of Exeter is 17 miles. The coastal resorts of Dawlish and Teignmouth boast beaches and facilities for water sports. Shop 250 yards, pub 500 yards. Beamed living room, French doors to patio/garden. Beamed farmhouse-style kitchen with dining area, tiled floor. First floor: Double bedroom with pine bed, beautiful views. Twin bedroom. Compact study/snug. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet.
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Sleeps 13
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Lynmouth sleeps 13.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Beach nearby • Detached • Garden • Sleeps 13
Accommodation overview: Set peacefully amidst the scenic landscape of the Exmoor National Park, this spacious Victorian cottage enjoys breath taking country views from its superb hillside position. Formerly the school serving the villages of Oare, Brendon and Countisbury, it has been carefully converted to offer a high standard of well-equipped, quality accommodation, whilst retaining a wealth of original features. A memorable holiday base, The School House is ideal for large family get-togethers whatever the season, and there are plenty of opportunities to soak up the atmospheric appeal of R.D. Blackmore’s wild Doone Country. Boasting its own secluded terrace area, which is perfect for outdoor wining and dining, visitors can choose to relax, explore the thousand-acre estate or stroll down beside the stream to the nearby Staghunters Inn in Brendon. A haven for any wildlife enthusiast, it stands above herb-rich south-facing slopes that are designated a Site of Special Scientific Interest. Exmoor Natural History Centre is close by, with the Exmoor Zoological and Bossington Wildlife Parks further afield. In addition to sandy beaches at Saunton and Woolacombe, there is a vast array of historical sites to be explored. For days out, visit the National Trust properties at Arlington Court, Watersmeet, Dunster Castle and Knightshayes as well as Marwood Gardens, Williton Tropiquaria and the unique water-powered cliff railway joining the villages of Lynton and Lynmouth (3 miles). There are other shops at Porlock (8 miles), Minehead (14 miles) and Barnstaple (20 miles), with its weekly market. Boat trips to Lundy Island depart from Ilfracombe, and there are facilities for fishing, pony-trekking, tennis and golf closer to home. River fishing and grazing for horses are available by arrangement. There is a full-size table tennis table in case of wet weather and a piano with a collection of music. Open-plan living/dining room with wood-burning stove and parquet floor. Spacious, well-equipped kitchen with breakfast area and exterior door to patio area. Three steps leading to a further living room with sofa-bed (for +2). Double bedroom with en-suite shower room and toilet. Bunk bedroom with additional single bed (for +1). Bathroom with over-bath shower. Separate toilet/cloakroom. First floor: Double bedroom with four-poster bed. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with over-bath shower and toilet. Sofa-bed available (for +2).
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £1300
Self catering accommodation in Cornworthy sleeps 4.
Features include: Hot Tub • Pool • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: Wonderful countryside, stunning beaches and friendly locals - the perfect combination for an unforgettable holiday experience.... Set in the heart of village life, Court Prior Farm is a lively working farm where lambs are in the pastures, cattle graze in the fields and the smell of the hay fills the air. In season guests may be able to bottle feed the lambs or feed the bullocks. Elderflower Barn (HDDI) and Cowslip Barn (HDDJ) have been converted from the old milking parlour and retain lovely original features, such as stone arch windows, and both have heavy beams and wooden floors. Each holiday property has a good sized lawned rear garden with pretty planted flower tubs and farming machinery decorating the driveway completes these two lovely adjoining properties. All three properties including Pear Tree House (HGGD) combine modern elements such as underfloor heating, vaulted open ceilings, wood-burning stoves and a farmhouse-style kitchen with granite worktops.
Court Prior Farm has an indoor heated swimming pool shared by all properties, with its own shower and pool house with sauna(sauna available from 2012). A hot tub is situated on the terrace amongst the pretty landscaping for all properties to share. All properties have their own changing room, toilet and access into the pool, via their own private patio areas. Elderflower Barn has a large patio area to the side with specimen trees planted into large tubs giving an almost Mediterranean feel. All three properties may be booked together for a wonderful family gathering to celebrate a special birthday or anniversary.
These three holiday properties would make a super location for a winter break, as well as a summer holiday enjoying the many glorious beaches of the South Devon coastline all within easy driving distance. Blackpool Sands is a fantastic family beach just 4 miles away, has a small shop and facilities as well as ample parking, and makes a lovely day out by the seaside. Slapton Sands is a lovely drive, with the sea on one side and the freshwater lagoon on the other. This area is a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and the birds and wildlife on the lagoon are amazing, so remember to bring a pair of binoculars. A little further along, the relic of the World War One tank can be recovered from the beach. Driving along inland a little way leads to the town of Kingsbridge.
Alternatively guests may enjoy visiting Dartmouth or Totnes, both just 4 miles away and both quite different. Totnes is a lively colourful town, full of different types of ethnic shops, and hosts a busy market day on Fridays and Saturdays. Dartmouth, nestling on the edge of the river Dart, has a strong maritime history and many designer shops and local artists. For great food the famous New Angel is located in Dartmouth, and is the ideal place for a special meal out. More local to the property is the village of Cornworthy - a quiet hamlet tucked away in the rolling Devon landscape - where there is a nice pub within walking distance which serves good food and real ales. There are many village pubs dotted all around this area including places to eat on the river at Tuckenhay, Ashprington and Dittisham. Shop 3½ miles (shop in Cornworthy open Sats).
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Sleeps 4
Weekly prices from £600 to £ 899
Self catering accommodation in Braunton sleeps 4.
Features include: • Short Breaks • Pets allowed • Pub nearby • Garden • Sleeps 4
Accommodation overview: This well-presented single storey property enjoys commanding views over the village of Braunton. The holiday property takes full advantage of its setting with a raised decked area where guests can sit and read, sunbathe or simply watch the world pass by. Braunton is the gateway to some of the country’s most stunning beaches including Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe. There are numerous attractions within easy reach of the house including the Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park and Watermouth Castle. Shop and pub 500 yards. Living/dining room with wooden floor and patio doors. Kitchen with wooden floor. Double bedroom. Twin bedroom. Bathroom with shower over spa bath and toilet. Separate toilet.
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