About the property
1 OF 2 NEW BARN CONVERSIONS A BEAUTIFUL COUNTRYSIDE RETREAT
These idyllic, cosy retreats are situated down a long drive and look out across the owners' pretty thatched Devon Long House. The house used to be owned by Winifred Ashton, actress, author, artist and screen writer. These conversions provide a perfect location for couples or a small family wishing for a relaxing week's holiday in a superb setting, excellent for bird watching, with views of the surrounding countryside..
Situated on the Devon, Dorset and Somerset borders, the cottages provide the perfect base from which to explore the three counties. Devon with its rolling hills and moorlands, Dorset for its world heritage coastline and Somerset, famous for its picturesque villages and bustling market towns. The market town of Axminster is 1 mile away with shops, inns, restaurants, sports centre and the famous River Cottage shop recently opened by Hugh Fearnley Whittingstall. The Axe Valley provides lovely walking opportunities and there are many coastal walks along the Dorset and East Devon Heritage coastline. Charmouth, Bridport, Lyme Regis, Sidmouth, Beer and Branscombe are all within easy reach. There are many local attractions including Abbotsbury, Crealy, Bicton Park, Burrows Farm Gardens and National Trust properties including Killerton and Knightshayes Court and guests are sure to enjoy returning home after a busy day out.
Play facilities: in the owner's large shared garden with tree house, play equipment, swings and wendy house. Outside: use of the owner's large enclosed garden. Amenities: allocated parking for 1 car directly outside the property. Bed linen, towels, electric and central heating included. Regret no smoking or pets. Location: pubs, shops, restaurants 1 mile, sandy beach at Charmouth 10 minutes by car. Arrival: 3.30pm
Stylish accommodation offering TWO bedrooms: upstairs 1 king-size double, luxury en-suite shower room with skylight located over the shower, heated towel rail and WC. 3 steps leading to 1 small twin room with 2'6" beds and limited headroom. Bathroom: on the ground floor with bath and WC. Galleried landing area overlooks the ground floor open-plan living area. Lounge/kitchen/diner: with TV/DVD, DAB Radios/CD/Ipod Dock and woodburner (first basket of logs included), comfy seating and dining area. Well-equipped kitchen with dishwasher, electric oven hob and hood, fridge with small freezer compartment and microwave. Additional info: use of spacious laundry room adjacent to the property. 2x stairgates and bed guards available.
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