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Swincombe Mill - Challacombe

Exmoor, Devon
Sleeps 4
Bedrooms 2
Bathrooms 1
Change Fri
Dogs allowed 2
4
star
Downstairs bedroom
Downstairs bathroom
Complex of properties
Enclosed garden / patio
Open fire / wood burner
Hot tub
Internet access
Working farm
Pub nearby
Shop nearby
Parking on site / nearby
Towels included
Travel cot available
Highchair available
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At a glance

  • Star gaze from your fantastic wood fired hot tub, or admire the far-reaching countryside views from this barn conversion on a 1500-acre working farm
  • Curl up by the wood burner after a day exploring local beaches, including Saunton, Woolacombe and Croyde
  • Enjoy the network of countryside footpaths from the front door before delighting in a BBQ and sitting round the outside wood burner with cooking facilities in the enclosed garden

 

Property code: 83061

Situated in the heart of the Exmoor National Park and surrounded by acres of awe-inspiring countryside, this property is also a short walk from the small village of Challacombe with the exceptional and unusually named local inn - The Black Venus. With plenty of recommendations - the food is fabulous, but please book to avoid disappointment due to the size and popularity with locals and visitors. Regularly voted best pub in North Devon. (Please remember to take the torch for the walk back!). Head to the coast to discover the string of sandy beaches on Devon’s north coast, including Woolacombe, Saunton and Croyde, together with hidden coves, including those at Lee Bay and Woody Bay. There is much more to see in the local area, including Exmoor Zoo, Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park, and Watermouth Castle with its family-friendly attractions. Or visit the pretty sister towns of Lynton and Lynmouth which are often referred to as Little Switzerland with their famous cliff railway.

Tucked away up a newly tarmacked, private lane lies this lovely, detached stone barn converted into a generously sized two bedroom holiday home on the family owned 1500 acre beef and sheep farm within Exmoor National park. Entering this delightful property, you are immediately greeted by the stunning living/dining area with full height ceiling and exposed timber beams and large wood burning stove. From here you can walk out into a secure, private and south-facing garden with a private wood burning hot tub, large decking area. garden furniture and gas BBQ are all there for you to enjoy. The kitchen is fully equipped with a large gas range cooker, integrated fridge, freezer, coffee machine and dishwasher. Adjoining the kitchen is a utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and separate WC. For those cooler evenings, light the wood burner and settle in for a snug evening. From the lounge, head down two steps to the bedrooms. Bedroom 2 benefits from a lovely Juliette balcony has a super king zip and link, which can be configured as either super king or twin. (Please advise when booking) and bedroom 1 has a super king. Completing the accommodation is a large, family bathroom with an extra wide walk in power shower, separate bath, sink and WC. The cottage has oil fired central heating throughout.

Venturing outside from the lounge/diner is a large decking area with outside seating for everyone, where you can sit and enjoy the views, or de-stress in the wood fired hot tub. There is also an outside wood burner with cooking facilities for dining al fresco. The enclosed lawned garden is great for children and your dogs to play in. The property also features private off-road parking for two cars.

  • 2 bedrooms – 2 super-king-size, the 2nd bedroom is zip-and-link (which can be made up as twins on request at the point of booking)
  • 1 bathroom with bath, separate shower and WC, and 1 separate WC
  • Range-style cooker with electric oven and gas hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher
  • Utility room with washing machine and tumble dryer
  • Wood burner (logs included) 
  • Travel cot, highchair and fireguard available
  • Smart TV in the lounge
  • Enclosed garden with seating, gas BBQ and outside wood burner with cooking facilities
  • Wood fired hot tub (logs included)
  • private parking for 2 cars
  • Shop and pub within walking distance
  • Arrival: 16:00 onwards
  • Departure: before 10:00, unless otherwise stated in your arrival details
  • 2 dogs allowed. Dogs are charged at £20 each per full or part week
  • There is an Accidental Damage Deposit of £200 when booking at this property, however this may be waived for £25. We’ll provide more details about this when booking your holiday.

Rachel Loosemore

This property joined our collection in 2021 and is managed by Rachel.

Reviews

From guests that have stayed at the property.

Based on 20 guest ratings

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Reviewed by Samantha, 27th September 2024

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The Cottage was spacious, fully equipped, comfy and warm and set in beautiful surroundings. The utility area was great space for wet dogs to dry off before they snuggled up in front of the log burner. The welcome hamper was a lovely touch and the Lemon Drizzle Cake immense, so much so we bought another one home with us! A nice short walk to the pubRead more, torch is required at night if strolling there or back and the food is great. Visited lots of little villages and eateries, all dog friendly too. Hide

Reviewed by David, 20th September 2024

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Quiet, relaxing, enjoyable, will go again cant wait !!! Lindsey was very good helpful . Lovely people thank you for great week !,

Reviewed by Grace, 6th September 2024

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Comfortable getaway from it all. Lindsay and Mark were great hosts and we enjoyed a wonderful stay. Being able to access the moors from the farm was a plus as is the Black Venus pub.

Reviewed by Caroline, 2nd September 2024

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Everything we needed had already been thought of and provided. Excellent facilities for the dogs, so really was dog friendly.

Reviewed by Richard, 17th August 2024

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We loved staying here. Our hosts Lyndsey and Mark were very welcoming and happy to answer our son's many farming questions. The beds were fabulous, so slept really well. The garden was dog safe and we had fields nearby we could walk in.. Lots to do in the area quince honey farm, Saunton beach, quad biking, Withypool cream teas, walks on the Moors eRead moretc. Hide

Reviewed by Gail, 21st June 2024

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This is a perfect location to explore the North Devon coast and Exmoor and the perfect place to return to each day. You wont want for anything the owners have not provided for in this spacious, comfortable and characterful home.

Reviewed by Michele, 10th June 2024

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Cottage set in a beautiful setting, even though in a working farm - the day to day running didn't spoil the stay. The welcome pack was unexpected and a lovely touch and went down a treat. We had a lovely stay thank you Michele, Mark & Pixie

Reviewed by Eric, 31st May 2024

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The overall experience was excellent and the owners could not have been more helpful

Reviewed by Vicky, 17th May 2024

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Super welcome and accommodation. Swincombe mill perfect location and great for dogs with large garden. Welcome pack, best we have ever had from a holiday cottage in the 12 years of coming to Devon. Great walk on the farm speak with the owner Lindsey and she will give guidance were to go as only for visitors of the cottages. Had super weather and BlRead moreack Vensus pub 5 mins away great food. Woolacombe beach ok for dogs at the time of year and very clean. Will be returning next year. Hide

Reviewed by Tony, 26th April 2024

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Very nice place would book again

Reviewed by Sheila, 23rd February 2024

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I've been coming to Swincombe Mill for years and I love it. So comfortable, it has everything you could need and the new features coming soon will make it even better. It's perfectly situated for getting around Exmoor and just as nice for hunkering down with a glass of wine and a good book.

Reviewed by Graham, 16th February 2024

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Excellent location, lovely accommodation and owners very friendly and helpful.

Reviewed by Fiona, 21st July 2023

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Fabulous property! Huge living area with easy to keep clean floor, perfect when coming back with a wet dog! It would easily accommodate 4 adults, dogs and have room to spare. We found the beds & sofas really comfortable, the property has everything youd need for a good home from home holiday, just dont forget your dogs bowl as there werent any whenRead more we stayed! Lots of lovely places to visit in the area. The local pub was superb for food, although Id advise booking as its very popular! Hide

Reviewed by Vicky, 12th May 2023

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First visit to this cottage and have to say this is the best cottage we have stayed in in the 11 years of coming to Devon. Lovely spacious area high ceilings and well equipped kitchen and utility area, and very good shower. Super king-size firm Bed was marvellous!! Excellent garden for dogs has a slope so keeps you fit. The Black Venus pub highly rRead moreecommended food great. 5min walk from property. Woolcombe sandy beach 25min drive dog friendly. Definitely come back here again. Excellent place. Hide

Reviewed by Miriam, 1st May 2023

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A fantastic few days holiday on Exmoor. The Old Mill was a perfect location to easily travel to many lovely walks such as Heddon Valley and Tarr Steps. A lovely pub serving good food just down the road. The holiday home was very dog friendly with an enclosed garden loved by our spaniel! A lovely rural quiet location while not being isolated in any Read moreway. We intend to return again soon. What a find! Hide

Reviewed by Ian, 24th March 2023

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Stunning accommodation, two large bedrooms, nice big kitchen and large lounge. Great location, don't be put off by being on a working farm, its a huge estate, never heard any other noise from the actual farm.

Reviewed by Danille, 17th March 2023

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Our 2nd time there and hoping to book again for next year! Love the barn and everything in it. Great location and perfect base for a week away with our dog.

Reviewed by Sam, 13th March 2023

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Felt like we had stepped into the giants living room on entering the beautiful barn conversion. Warm, comfy, spacious and very well equipped

Reviewed by Susan, 10th March 2023

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Lovely warm, spacious barn conversion. Plenty of hot water and comfortable divan beds. Fantastic scenery and location. Don't forget your own toiletries, games, books, DVDs and local maps.

Reviewed by Adrian, 10th February 2023

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The holiday was brilliant. Both of us loved it and the dogs as well. The place was huge and bright even on some of the dull days. Hopefully will book again next year. There is plenty of walks within a 20 minute drive and Woolacombe beach was a fab day out

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