The Farmhouse

ID: S95865

  • Bedrooms 4
  • ・ Sleeps 9
  • ・ Pets 3

About this property

The Farmhouse is one of the three lovely holiday homes on Burnville Farm, looking like it came from a child's picture book. It is big and old and stands on the edge of the traditional Devon farmyard. Leave your boots in the hall and head through to the comfy sitting room with its traditional beams, off which is a bright sun room for fine days. The kitchen is well equipped for preparing meals to enjoy around the big sociable table beside the open fire in the dining room, where fascinatingly the table is an ancient dough trough. The four comfortable bedrooms are all upstairs, peaceful places to sleep well after busy days exploring the area and enjoying the farm amenities. Outside, you will find your own big enclosed pretty garden with lawn, trees, stream and barbecue 20 yards from the house. Beyond this, there is as much freedom and fun as you could wish for. You are welcome to wander the 250 acre farm and help when possible, picnic beside the pond, swim in the shared seasonal outdoor swimming pool, play tennis and use the shared games room and gym. Maybe arrange with the friendly owners to try clay pigeon shooting and archery or hire mountain bikes and head out over the open moorland which surrounds the farm or on the Granite Way cycle trail (small extra charges may apply). This is brilliant walking country too, or if you have horses you can bring them and ride since stabling and grazing are available. Golf and gliding can be arranged nearby and Roadford Lake is excellent for water sports. With so many activities available, yet in such a peaceful spot, The Farmhouse is an ideal location for a fabulous family break.

Nestling among mature woodland on the western slopes of Dartmoor, the historic village of Lydford is a jewel in this area of outstanding scenic beauty. To the north, just half a mile away, the high tors come right down to the village edge, while to the south the River Lyd winds its way through Lydford Forest on its tumbling course northwards.

Accommodation

Four bedrooms upstairs: 1 x super king double, 1 x king size double, 1 x single, 1 x room with two sets of bunks (one 2'6").

Bathroom with bath, WC and basin.

WC and basin.

Downstairs hall.

Living room.

Sunroom.

Dining room with open fire.

Kitchen.

Laundry room.

Shower room with shower, WC, basin.

Central heating with open fire.

Microwave, fridge, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with DVD, WiFi, Phone, Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot and highchair available on request.

Off road parking for four cars.

Garden with tennis court, barbecue, shared outdoor heated pool.

Three well-behaved dogs welcome (additional charge for 2nd & 3rd).

Sorry no smoking.

Check-in time 4pm, departure by 10am.

Note: The outdoor pool is available from 27th May to 16th September.

Reviews (36)

  • Francesca

    We spoke to the owner regarding a couple of things we had noticed with appliances that needed attention, neither of which hindered our stay, we had a wonderful time

  • Susan

    We did order a essential food package for arrival but it wasn’t there. Floors were dusty and needed mopping and spiders, flys and cobwebs around window sills and windows. We found a pair of knickers under the bed which didn’t belong to us! Also around the farm a collie dog was around which was lovely to see but kept pooing but the gate we go into the farm house. We cleared up 4 poos whilst we were there. Needs more or up to date lighting as very dark. And a lot of the furniture seemed very tired. But we had a lovely time and would definitely go back.

  • Gillian

    Lovely walks close by. Games room and gym close by. Exploring the moors was fantastic.

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