The Hayloft at Manaton

About this property

The Hayloft is a lovely cottage converted from a former hayloft above stables, tucked away in the peaceful hamlet of Water, just 400 yards from the pub in the Devon village of Manaton on the edge of Dartmoor. Providing a relaxing countryside retreat for families and couples, this welcoming property enjoys a tranquil setting surrounded by Devon's beautiful landscapes. From the parking area beyond the owners' farmhouse, a gravelled path leads through a courtyard to the front door, opening into a spacious tiled hallway, ideal for storing walking boots and outdoor gear. Stairs lead up to the open-plan living space, where spectacular views stretch across the fields towards Black Hill.

At one end, the hand-built kitchen and dining area provide a sociable space for mealtimes, while the other end is home to comfortable leather sofas gathered around a wood-burning stove. The three bedrooms are tastefully furnished, each benefiting from its own en-suite facilities. The enclosed courtyard is the ideal spot to rest after a day exploring on the Moors. The Hayloft is a wonderful base for embracing the peace, freedom and natural beauty of Devon's countryside and moorland.

Lustleigh is a picture postcard village set on the deep wooded slopes of eastern Dartmoor and within Dartmoor National Park. With a pretty church, village shop and excellent pub along with lots of thatch cottages you can see why Lustleigh made it to the Telegraph's top villages.

Accommodation

Three bedrooms: 1 x king-size with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin, 1 x double with en suite bathroom with bath, hand shower, WC and basin, 1 x twin (zip/link, can be a kingsize on request) with en suite shower room with shower, WC and basin.

First-floor open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with a woodburning stove

Central heating with underfloor heating and a woodburning stove.

Microwave, fridge, freezer, tumble dryer, washing machine, dishwasher.

WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Cot, highchair and stairgate available on request.

Off-road parking for 2 cars.

Enclosed courtyard.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome but need to kept on a lead outside the enclosed garden, due to the presence of livestock and small children.

Pets are not allowed on the furniture or on the beds.

Sorry no smoking allowed inside the property or outside on the grounds of the property.

Pub is 0.2 miles from the property.

Note: Access to the property from the parking area is via uneven granite steps and a gravel path.

Note: Please be aware that the property does not have wheelchair access.

Note: There are a number of low windows which may present a hazard to young children or pets if opened fully, however safety restrictors are fitted and can be activated or deactivated as required.