This charming holiday cottage tucked away at the end of a private, unmade farm track on a 47-acre farm, in a sunny valley, surrounded by panoramic views, woodlands, a river and rolling pastures. This lovely cottage is perfect for a family or doggie getaway in North Devon. It is within Exmoor National Park, close to pretty Parracombe village and very close to the coast, with lots of walks, some along some of the highest sea cliffs in the UK, and amazing beaches to discover.
Pack binoculars and wellies because the farm is home to red deer, bats, buzzards, owls and otters. Exmoor ponies roam the moors. There are plenty of identification books and kits for you in your cottage. Build a den, fly a kite or welly walk the river. Footpaths lead from your door to the sea at Heddon’s Mouth or onto the moors, and there are plenty of guide books and maps for you to use. Beaches, pubs and shops are extremely dog (and child)-friendly!
On the coast are the twin towns of Lynton and Lynmouth with their world famous cliff-railway linking the two towns, the Valley of the Rocks which is home to a colony of wild goats and Combe Martin with its beach and amazing network of rock pools – great for kayaking too. Exmoor Zoo, Woody Bay Steam Train, Combe Martin Wildlife and Dinosaur Park and Watermouth Castle are all just a short drive away. Take a fishing boat from Lynmouth or Ilfracombe, a day trip to wonderful Lundy Island nature reserve or surf all day at nearby Woolacombe or Croyde. Cycle the Tarka Trail. There are many more beautiful and historical places of interest nearby – Arlington Court, The Heddon Valley, Dunster Castle to name just a few. Or admire the Milky Way right here on the farm in Europe’s first International Dark Sky Reserve.
Mole Cottage has a level access from the parking area into the open plan kitchen/living room with lovely views across the valley. Comfy seating surrounds the wood burner which provides a cosy atmosphere in the cooler seasons. Evening entertainment is taken care of with a Smart TV and large collection of DVDs, toys and games available to borrow. The fully-fitted kitchen and dining area comes well-equipped with a farmhouse-style dining table, a gas oven and hob, fridge, freezer, microwave, and a dishwasher. The accommodation also offers three bedrooms; on the ground floor off the kitchen is a twin bedroom which contains single-four poster beds constructed from original grain bins, and an en-suite shower room with WC. The double and second twin bedrooms can be found on the lower ground floor along with the family bathroom.
There are lots of on-site facilities for you to enjoy including a children’s outdoor picnic/play area with a Wendy house and small climbing frame. In the shared enclosed, grassy courtyard is a shared games barn equipped with table tennis, large & small snooker tables, skittles, croquet and many more toys and games. The courtyard has garden furniture and is perfect for playing outdoor games, picnicking or a quiet read. There is a fenced orchard/meadow for dogs off lead, with a shared patio area complete with gas BBQ and chiminea, that enjoys spectacular views across the beautiful valley.
Accommodation: Ground floor: Kitchen with dining table, gas oven and hob, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. Living area with Smart TV, DVD and wood burner. Selection of books, games and DVDs. Twin room with en-suite shower room WC and handbasin. Stairs to lower ground floor; Double, Twin and bathroom with shower over bath, heated towel rail, WC and basin. Access to shared utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and overhead drying rack.
Facilities and Services: Linen and towels. Oil fired CH. Wi-Fi Broadband. 3 pets welcome. Dog crates free by arrangement when available. No smoking. Logs supplied for wood burner (first basket free, then £7.50). Travel cot. Highchair and Stairgate. Private seating area with picnic table. Charcoal barbecue provided. Shared use of children’s play area with swing, slide and playhouse. Shared use of ‘well stocked’ games barn. Access to enclosed meadow for dog walking. 1 parking space outside the property, additional space available. Secure storage for bikes. Short breaks available off peak. Arr/Dep for weekly bookings is Friday.