340 ACRES SHEEP, CIDER APPLES, WOODLANDS, RIVER TORRIDGE FISHING
This pretty detached 16th century thatched cottage is surrounded by its own gardens and nestles in peaceful, unspoilt countryside on a working family farm in Northwest Devon. The farm has pedigree Poll Dorset sheep which graze extensively on pastures and riverside meadows and lamb in late summer. There is also a traditional spring lambing flock. A large acreage of cider apple trees is grown and these look and smell amazing when in blossom in May. The orchards and river host a wealth of insect species which attract numerous birds to the farm; skylarks hover above the orchards and kingfishers flash along the river. The farm is a haven for wildlife and visitors are welcome to roam and enjoy it. An evening stroll will often encompass a glimpse of many of the shyer creatures with barn owls, deer, foxes, badgers, and ducks nestling down for the night on the river and even an occasional glimpse of an otter. The owners are also happy for visitors to observe, where appropriate, work in progress on the farm such as lambing, shearing or the apple harvest. There is something of interest for much of the year. With full central heating and a woodburner in the beamed lounge, the cottage is a cosy, comfortable destination for out-of-season holidays and short breaks for visitors to simply relax. Game fishing is available on a 1.5 mile stretch of river within the farm. The cottage is within easy driving reach of North Devon and North Cornwall's coastlines as well as Dartmoor. Popular local attractions are plentiful and many local pubs are close by serving good food. There are five golf courses close by at Westward Ho!, Holsworthy, Okehampton, Torrington and Chulmleigh and all are within easy driving distance.
The comfortable accommodation, which retains much original charm and character, offers FOUR bedrooms: 1 double, 2 twins and 1 small downstairs single. Bathroom with shower cubicle, bidet and WC. Downstairs bathroom with WC. Brand new fitted kitchen with cooker, Stanley cooker, fridge, dishwasher and microwave. Utility room with fridge/freezer, washing machine and tumble dryer. Dining room with feature range. Lounge with TV, DVD, video and woodburner (first basket of logs free). Large enclosed garden area with seating and BBQ. Ample parking. Bed linen and towels included. Central heating and electric extra. Regret no smoking or pets. Beach 15 miles, pub and shop 1 mile. | 
