Crockernhayes

About this property

Surrounded by beautiful views of rolling fields and settled next to the owners home is this beautiful and thoughtfully decorated detached farmhouse, Crockernhayes, resting in the outskirts of Whimple, Devon. Accommodating up to six guests in three bedrooms, Crockernhayes offers a fantastic base for exploring East Devon, and is benefitted by an enclosed garden and thoughtful interiors. Enter into the vibrant pink porch, offering a taste of the cheerful décor to come, with artwork on the walls to greet you as you leave your boots, shoes and coats here. Continue straight on into the dining room adorned with blue walls and host to a dining table and chairs seating six guests, with a large window overlooking the front. Spend your evening relaxing within the delightful sitting room, with two plush white sofas to sink into, a large Smart TV to enjoy and a range of books and DVDs on the bookshelf, all amidst sunshine yellow accents in the décor with a painted window frame framing the views out to the fields. A leafy green adorns the walls of the kitchen/diner, with a contemporary dining table with bench seating to one end, and a galley style kitchen layout to the other, you can find all the appliances you need here including a dishwasher, with further amenities in the utility which leads into the handy cloakroom with a basin and WC. A generous sized garden provides the perfect spot to spend a summer afternoon, with plenty of lawn space for games and outdoor seating for alfresco dining and a 6 person hot tub with great rural views over Devon countryside. Take the stairs to the first floor, passing a wonderful quilt hanging on the wall made by the owner, and coming to the family shower room, with a modern towel rail and walk-in shower enclosure. Discover three lovely bedrooms to choose from, consisting of a king-size with a TV, a king-size and a twin, all adorned with handmade quilts, individual colour schemes, and plenty of storage. The property is on a small holding with rare breed sheep and hens in the fields adjacent to the garden lies around a mile from the heart of the village of Whimple, with a short drive or 15 minute walk bringing you to the village shop and the local pub, with a handful of other businesses too and a train station. The East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is within easy reach, presenting an abundance of walking and cycling opportunities amidst an array of landscapes from rolling fields and hills to woodland and the coast. Enjoy a unique day out with Peak Hill Llamas, taking one of these friendly creatures out on a trek along the Jurassic Coast with various experiences to book including a llama walk followed by afternoon tea! Explore the coast further by walking along the South West Coast Path, coming to coastal settings like Budleigh Salterton, Sandy Bay and Exmouth Beach. Families are sure to enjoy seeking out the exciting attractions nearby including Crealy Theme Park & Resort, Diggerland Devon, and Go Ape Haldon, the latter involving an exploration of the forest canopy from zip-wires and ropes in the trees, an adventure for all ages! Plenty more options await you whether it's a day at Wildwood Escot animal park, kayaking up the River Exe, watching an amazing display at Yarak Birds of Prey or visiting the National Trust properties of Killerton House and Clyston Mill. The city of Exeter presents plenty more shops and restaurants to enjoy, whilst the Dartmoor National Park is around a 30-minute drive away, home to natural beauty spots like Canonteign Falls. Make memories to last a lifetime with your loved ones at Crockernhayes in East Devon.

Whimple is a village resting in the East Devon countryside, around ten miles from the city of Exeter. Hosting all the essentials for a self-catered stay, Whimple is home to a pub/restaurant, The Thirsty Farmer, and a local shop, along with the Whimple Heritage Centre and a Post Office. Exeter Airport is within easy reach, as is the fun-filled Crealy Theme Park & Resort, East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, and the coast at Sandy Bay, Budleigh Salterton and Sidmouth.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with TV, 1 x king size, 1 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.

Cloakroom with basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Utility.

Dining room.

Sitting room

Underfloor oil heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, Smart TV, WiFi, selection of books and DVDs.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Off-road parking for two cars.

Enclosed garden with hot tub, lawn and seating.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 0.9 miles, pub 1.1 miles