About this property
Lapford 4.1 miles. Surrounded by the rolling hills of north Devon, Lake View is a beautifully-designed, Grade II listed barn conversion resting in East Worlington near Lapford. The property welcomes a family or group of eight to celebrate a special occasion in a delightful setting, with an open-plan living space, bedrooms with en-suites and family-friendly amenities including a games room. Guests will have access to a newly added games room (shared with another property within the grounds) between 10.00hrs and 22.00hrs daily - there is a pool table, darts and Air Hockey (please note there is a small charge for Air Hockey). Off-road parking for three cars ensures an easy arrival to admire your picture-perfect home-from-home nestled in a rural paradise; the barn has been thoughtfully restored to complement its rustic character with contemporary comforts throughout. Enter into the porch after a country walk, with an old church pew to sit and take off your boots and hooks for coats, as well as a convenient ground-floor shower room to wash the dogs! Wooden beams, exposed stone walls and country furnishings make for a unique living space in the heart of the property, where guests can make cooking a joint effort in the spacious, well-equipped kitchen area with a double electric oven and hob, large American fridge-freezer and a dishwasher for a fuss-free clean up; don't forget to pop your favourite bottles in the wine cooler ready for an after-dinner tipple! Serve meals at the large dining table for eight, the perfect spot for a hearty breakfast with gorgeous country views from two bifold doors. Open them up during the summer months to let the fresh air in, or why not dine alfresco at the outdoor seating? There's plenty of lawn space in the enclosed garden for dogs and little ones to play, whilst the hot tub beckons you to unwind in the bubbles and destress. Escape down to the bottom of the garden where you will find a fantastic new BBQ hut, seating in the region of 12-15 people - here you can enjoy a BBQ in a completely different atmosphere with family and friends whatever the weather. As the night draws in, gather in the sitting area for a movie night on the TV, complete with Sky to catch up on your favourite shows, or choose from a selection of books and games to keep the whole group entertained. Ensuring a comfortable self-catering stay, Lake View also hosts a utility room with a washing machine and tumble dryer, so you can spend more time relaxing. Each guest can enjoy a uniquely styled bedroom with a contemporary en-suite and storage space in this fantastic property; a ground-floor super-king-size is ideal for elderly guests or those with limited mobility, whilst three more bedrooms can be found upstairs, including a super-king-size with a Juliet balcony overlooking the lake, another king-size and a twin. If you can tear yourself away from your holiday sanctuary, there are a number of good pubs in the region. The Mitre Inn in Witheridge is just over 4 miles away, ideal to enjoy a drink and dinner out, whilst the nearby village of Lapford hosts a 16th-century pub The Old Malt Scoop Inn, as well as a convenient store to stock up on the essentials; this ancient village can be traced back to the Iron Age Celts and is now a pleasant base for tourists, with open spaces for ball games and a children's playground. Pack your clubs to test your swing at nearby Chumleigh pay and play golf club or take a leisurely stroll through the spacious Shobrooke Park in nearby Crediton and find the perfect picnic spot.South Molton is a lovely historic market town to visit with charming shops ad antique emporiums as well as a fabulous weekly market on Thursdays and Saturdays. There is also the Eggesford Railway line which takes you to Barnstaple or Exeter Central and passes through the Tarka Trail. Budding historians will find plenty of delights in Tiverton, including artefacts to discover at the many rooms of Tiverton Castle, and the vast, gothic Knightshayes Court surrounded by formal gardens and woodland; visit Tiverton Museum Of Mid Devon Life to soak up local history, before dining at one of the many eateries. The ancient city of Exeter is a must-visit during your stay for an abundance of attractions, including Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, tour through the fascinating Underground Passages, and marvel at the 11th-century Exeter Castle that often hosts concerts and events in the courtyard. With so much to explore from a wonderful holiday home, treat your loved ones to an unforgettable stay at Lake View.
Lapford is a charming, mediaeval village nestled between the National Parks of Dartmoor and Exmoor in rural mid-Devon. With moors, beaches, and magnificent Devon countryside to explore, the mid-Devon location has it all. The 16th-century pub and nearby spar shop makes for a tranquil base and relaxing holiday. Lapford is a historic village at its heart, with roots dating back to the Iron Age Celts and a mention in the Domesday Book.
Accommodation
Four bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor super-king-size with en-suite roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x king-size with Juliet balcony and en-suite roll-top bath, walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC, 1 x super-king with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC, 1 x twin with en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC.
Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area.
Utility
Oil central heating.
Electric double oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, kettle, toaster, washing machine, tumble dryer, dishwasher, wine cooler.
TV with Freeview Sky TV, Bluetooth speaker, WiFi, selection of books and games.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
2 x highchairs and 2 x stair gates available on request.
Off-road parking for 3 cars.
Rear, enclosed garden with lawn, patio, furniture and hot tub.
Shared Games Room.
Two well-behaved dogs welcome, £25 charge per pet.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 4.7 miles, pub 4.1 miles.
Note: Check-in at 4.00pm, check-out by 10.00am.
Note: The owners' property is next door to Lake View.
Reviews (44)
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Georgina
On arrival there was was a wonderful tray with tea coffee sugar biscuits. The fridge was stocked with eggs milk and a bottle of Prosecco in the wine fridge. The cottage has everything you might need and I mean everything. This is a beautiful house, so well presented with the most gorgeous finishing touches. There are board games galore and toys for little ones. There are books to suit all tastes. The garden is brilliant and a great space for children and adults, it is gorgeous. I could go on all day and still not give all the positives, it is simply perfection.
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S
I stayed with my family in this beautiful barn conversion to celebrate my 40th birthday. It was a complete surprise to me where I was going and my family could have not found a better place. Jason and Samantha were most welcoming and nothing was too much trouble for them. We had everything we needed and more. Nothing like sitting in a big hot tub overlooking such picturesque views of nothing but rolling hills and green fields as far as the eye could see. The peace and quiet was perfect for a relaxing weekend. We had children and dogs with us who loved the outdoor space and the orchard to run around in. The bbq hut at the end of the garden was fantastic. Perfect night with steak and wine no matter what the weather was doing. The bedrooms were big and spacious with lovely comfortable beds and the downstairs area was perfect for cooking and socialising for a family of 7. We made full use of the games room where we all played darts and a few games of pool. Would not hesitate to recommend this beautiful place and canât wait to return. Thank you Samantha and Jason for a memorable birthday which had everything I could have wished for.
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Emma
Initially the cottage gave us the wow factor which it is, although we had a few problems the hot tub didn't work properly, we had no hot water and little heating for 2 days and a leak coming through the ceiling from the shower. The owner seemed fine about this at the time and did rectify it bar the hot tub button. The views are beautiful and so is the cottage. These things happen so we were prepared to over look them, however we have now been back 2 weeks and now we are getting blamed for damages with the hot tub button/filter and blue marks on the seating which I didnt see. On the whole this cottage is beautiful and would of definitely returned if it wasn't for the accused damage. We have tried to contact the owner but we have had no reply.