Dreams of country life become day-to-day reality at this romantic couple’s bolthole. The former stables building features contemporary cottage styling and a charming courtyard garden, while on the doorstep, there is a 33-acre estate to discover. Perfect for a grown-up getaway, the pet-friendly property is ideally placed for exploring Exmoor and the Somerset/Devon border.
Turn off the beaten track and tune into the sounds of the countryside as you settle into this tranquil holiday haven; located within a country estate in the shadow of the Brendon Hills, it offers a total escape from the everyday. Earthy, neutral hues inside complement the colours of the lush surroundings while two sets of patio doors lead effortlessly from the light and bright open-plan living space into the courtyard garden. On one side of this space, the lounge area has a choice of comfortable seating, a Smart TV and a wood burner-effect electric heater. Adjacent, the kitchen/dining area has all the essentials for fuss-free home cooking. A pair of pets are welcome to share your holiday here. Once they’re settled for the night, your own king-size bedroom feels sanctuary-like and leads into an en-suite shower room which can also be accessed directly from the hallway. Edged by trees and grass, the courtyard garden is a fine location for al fresco food and refreshments. Explore the wider estate and you’ll discover woodlands, pastures and riverside walks alongside unfenced ponds and a small lake; your dogs will love to let off steam in the exercise fields on-site. There is private parking for two cars.
Try your hand at fishing on the River Tone or stretch your legs with walks in the Brendons, Quantocks, Blackdown Hills and Exmoor National Park – all are within 10.5 miles. For a breath of sea air, rocky Doniford Beach is 13 miles away and Kilve Beach – perfect for fossil hunting – is 16 miles away. For a further taste of local life, thriving Wiveliscombe (2 miles) is home to numerous shops, galleries, and two breweries.