The Farmhouse at Higher Westwater

About this property

Discover the delights of East Devon during your stay at this lovely Grade II listed thatched cottage.. 1 step to entrance.

Ground Floor:

Living room: Freeview TV, DVD Player, CD Player, Woodburner

Kitchen/dining room: Electric Range, Microwave, Fridge/Freezer, Dishwasher

Utility Room: Washing Machine, Tumble Dryer

Separate Toilet.

First Floor:

Bedroom 1: Super Kingsize (6ft) Bed, Freeview TV

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 2: Kingsize (5ft) Bed, Freeview TV

Ensuite: Cubicle Shower, Toilet

Bedroom 3: 2 x Single (3ft) Beds, Freeview TV

Bathroom: Bath With Shower Over, Toilet.

Electric central heating (underfloor on ground floor and bathrooms), electricity, bed linen, towels and Wi-Fi included. Initial fuel for wood burner included, remainder available locally. Travel cot, highchair and stairgate available on request. Welcome pack and doggy extras. Enclosed garden with garden furniture and BBQ. 1 dog welcome, to be kept on a lead at all times. Electric car charging point. Private parking. No smoking Please note: The property has a natural water supply from a borehole.. Tucked away down a very quiet country lane is this 16th-century Grade II listed thatched cottage. The property is one of a pair and has been completely renovated, offering some original features including inglenook fireplace, beams, historic bread oven and also very contemporary touches for today’s lifestyle.

The property is decorated and furnished to a very high standard, situated next door to the owner, but offering a very private setting. At the bottom of the lane is a small river with a ford across to the fields, and there is no through traffic. It lies close to Axminster, an unspoilt Devon market town situated on the River Axe, surrounded by stunning countryside and filled with charm and character. This attractive market town lies in the beautiful Axe Valley, an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, boasting quaint villages and unspoilt countryside. Famous for its carpets, the original Axminster factory was opened in 1755 by Thomas Whitty and authentic British ’Axminsters’ are still made in the town by Axminster Carpets. Situated a few miles inland from the Jurassic Coast, guests can visit towns such as Beer, Branscombe, Sidmouth and Seaton with its famous tramway.

Tucked in the south east corner of Devon, Axminster is an ideal touring centre for the neighbouring counties of Somerset and Dorset, with Lyme Regis and Charmouth just 6 miles away.

Celebrity chef and TV presenter Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall has his very first River Cottage Canteen and Deli (an organic produce shop/market and canteen) here, and his River Cottage HQ is nearby in the Axe valley. There are many places to visit close by including many NT properties. This is an ideal spot for walking with a footpath close to the property. The Yarty Valley is a very peaceful area and ideal for bird watching, cycling the country lanes or just relaxing on the patio enjoying views of the river. Shop and pub/restaurant 2 miles (1 mile via footpath).

Please note: There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

Free WiFi

There are open, steep, spiral or narrow stairs at the property.

There are steps within the property.

The water is from a spring, well or borehole, and not a mains supply.

Only dogs allowed at the property.

There is open water in the property grounds.

There are low ceilings, doors and/or beams within the property.

Suitable for up to 1 pet