Appletree Cottage, Exebridge
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Detached, single storey barn conversion cottage sleeping 2
In peaceful and picturesque setting on sheep farm and racing stables, in southern foothills of Exmoor
Most attractive location for those seeking rural tranquility and for true nature lovers - set in 80 acres of rolling pastureland, grazed by sheep and horses in the heart of the peaceful, unspoilt valley of the River Exe with far reaching views over Exmoor. Guests are welcome to roam this delightful environment and observe horses in training and on the gallops at the owner's racing stables. The surrounding fields and woods are home to a variety of wildlife including red deer, foxes, rabbits, badgers and buzzards. Some meadows have been traditionally grazed for centuries and consequently may have rare species of flowers, meadows grasses and butterflies. The River Exe provides excellent trout and salmon fishing (daily permits available). Magnificent walking and riding country, with nearby riding stables and superb walks all around including the beautiful Exe Valley footpath running through the farm. Local riverside pub offering good bar snacks, and excellent restaurant are just one mile. Market town amenities of Bampton or Dulverton within two miles. Ideal for exploring Exmoor with many well known beauty spots nearby, yet within a comfortable and very scenic drive of North Devon's award-winning sandy beaches. Dunster, with its fine castle and reputation as `the prettiest village on Exmoor' is a 20 minute drive, whilst Minehead, Blue Anchor Bay and the famous Weir at Porlock are also nearby. Wimbleball Reservoir is just four miles and offers fishing, adventure playground, picnic spots and a variety of watersports.
Accommodation is furnished and equipped to a high standard - retaining many character features and benefits from oil fired central heating for year round warmth. Double bedded room with pine suite and colour co-ordinated furnishings. Bathroom/wc with separate shower cubicle, and heated towel rail. Attractive and comfortably furnished dual aspect living/dining room with wall lights, TV and oak dining suite. Fully fitted kitchenette area with oak units, elec cooker, microwave etc. Use of owner's washing machine in utility room. Small entrance porch with five external approach steps. Sun trap courtyard area with picnic table and freedom of surrounding 80 acres. Ample parking.
One small dog welcome * Welcome pack provided on arrival * Bed linen inclusive * Non smokers preferred * Standard fuel charge for all electricity and heating £7 pw April 18 - Sep 5, £15 pw all other times * Regret no children
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