The Orchard

About this property

Okehampton 5 miles. This upside down cottage is one of two cottages, next door to the owners' farmhouse on a non-working farm in a rural setting close to Dartmoor National Park and seven miles from Okehampton. Set over three floors, The Orchard is situated in a delightful peaceful setting surrounded by fields and is ideal for friends and families wanting to escape from the hustle and bustle of daily life. On the ground floor you will find a comfortable and stylish king-size bedroom, a bathroom and a cloakroom with a basin and WC. A set of wooden stairs lead you to a quirky and characterful open plan living area, with vaulted beamed ceiling and exposed white stone wall, and includes a well-equipped kitchen, from the existing kitchen area a door leads to a further open plan kitchenette, dining and sitting room with door to a small enclosed garden with seating. Four-poster bedroom and a bathroom with corner whirlpool bath, separate shower, whb and wc, as well as a comfortable sitting area with warming woodburning stove. Finally, on the second floor is a lovely mezzanine double bedroom. At the front of the cottage is a lovely patio area with rattan furniture, just perfect for sitting and relaxing whilst watching the owners' horses grazing away in the meadows. The local village of Bridestowe is less than a ten minute drive and benefits from a small shop, and there are also numerous friendly pubs in this area. The towns of Okehampton and Tavistock are nearby where you will find quaint little shops, pubs, tea rooms and a daily market, in fact all you need for a wonderful day out. Further afield, are the renowned beaches of Widemouth Bay and Bude, ideal for surfing, as well as having other watersports on offer. This lovely cottage is a rural delight and an ideal base for those who enjoy walking, cycling and horse riding in beautiful Dartmoor. Note: This property can be booked with the adjoining property, Barley Meadow, Ref: 932543, together they sleep 10.

Okehampton is a busy market town on the edge of the Dartmoor National Park and near the highest and most dramatic areas of the moor, where Yes Tor rises to a height above 2000 feet. To the north of Okehampton are some beautiful rolling Devon hills where small farming villages nestle amidst woods and fields with plenty of gently flowing rivers.

Accommodation

Over three floors.

Main house.

Three bedrooms: 1 x ground-floor king-size, 1 x second-floor mezzanine twin.

Ground-floor shower room with large walk-in shower and basin.

Ground-floor basin and separate WC.

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

Kitchen.

Open-plan living area with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

Annexe.

One king-size four-poster bed.

Bathroom with corner whirlpool bath, walk-in power shower, basin and WC

Electric heating.

Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, condenser tumble dryer, dishwasher.

Smart TV with Netflix etc, Freeview, DAB Radio/DVD player with USB and Bluetooth, Bluetooth speaker, Ultra-Fast Broadband WiFi, selection of books, games and DVDs..

Barbecue available on request.

Fuel, power and starter pack for stove included in rent.

Bed linen, towels and bathrobes for hot tubs included in rent.

Ample secure off-road parking.

Front enclosed patio area with patio furniture and hot tub under a pergola with sliding roof.

Rear enclosed garden with seating and table and gate to rear entrance/parking area and stunning views over Yes Tor, the highest point on Dartmoor.

Two well-behaved dogs welcome - £20 supplement per pet, per stay.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and pub 3 miles.

Note: Children must be supervised due to mezzanine bedroom and hot tub.

Note: Licensed day boarding kennelling available on site at an additional cost by prior arrangement