About the property
1 OF 3 PROPERTIES ON SITE, SURROUNDED BY FIELDS AND WOODLAND IN THE ROLLING HILLS OF NORTH DEVON
The cottages at Thorne Farm have all been named after traditional field names and are peacefully situated at the end of a private lane, surrounded by fields and woodland and set in the rolling hills of North Devon. This small farm, where sheep, cattle and free-range hens are kept, is part of the Environmental Stewardship Scheme and is home to a wide selection of bird and animal life; barn owls, woodpeckers, swallows, deer, foxes, hares and badgers are all regular visitors. There are 2 wildlife ponds, set amidst wild flowers and woodland. Guests can enjoy exploring the farm, relax in the garden or by the pond, or go for a country walk straight from their front door. Close by is the Tarka Trail which gives you many miles of safe track for walking and cycling with its fantastic estuary and forested river valley scenery. The village of Langtree, a pleasant 2 mile walk along narrow lanes, hasa pub serving meals. The cottages are 3 miles from RHS Rosemoor a must for all garden lovers. Great Torrington is a 10 minute drive away and offers a range of traditional shops, pubs, cafes and Art Centre as well as the 1646 award-winning visitor attraction and the Dartington Glass Centre. The coast is within a half hour drive and offers a choice of wide sandy beaches or small coves sheltering under spectacular cliffs. Exmoor and Dartmoor are a 45 minute drive away and can both be seen from the surrounding fields. A wide range of attractions and places of interest to suit all ages and tastes are within easy reach, and the owners of Thorne Farm are more than happy to advise you about these. On arrival you will be warmly welcomed with tea and homemade cakes.
Outside: on site relax in the enclosed shared lawned picnic area which is just 10 yards from the cottages, with ample seating and play space. Amenities: ample parking outside the properties. Bed linen, electric and morning and evening central heating (6 hours in total) included. Additional hours of heating available at cost, payable direct to the owners.Towels for hire. Regret no pets or smoking. Location: beach 10 miles, village shop 3 miles and pub 2 miles.Tarka Trail 3/4 mile. Arrival 3.30pm
Garden Park has been converted from an 18th century barn. The accommodation offers ONE bedroom: spacious, south-facing with plenty of room for a cot. There are also a set of 3' bunks which can be hidden behind a curtain on the wide, well-lit landing area, ideal for children or weekend guests. Bathroom: with shower over bath and WC. Cloakroom with WC downstairs. Entrance hall with ample room for coats and boots. Lounge/diner: large, sunny room with a beamed ceiling, beautiful parquet floor and fireplace with ornamental woodburner. It is comfortably furnished with a 3 piece suite, TV, Freeview, DVD player, hi-fi and pine dining table and chairs. Kitchen: well-equipped area adjoining lounge/diner with gas cooker, washer/dryer, fridge/freezer and microwave.
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