DOG FRIENDLY & RURALBeautiful Victorian Farmhouse and Converted Barn in a secluded valley in the heart of the stunning South Hams, Devon. A great property for big family holidays and getting away with friends, but with room to breathe!Traditional / mixed furnishings sit alongside contemporary facilities to make for a comfortable and luxurious stay. The Games Room and hot tub makes for a great hang out too.Each property has its own private gardens as well as 70 acres of land to explore.
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THE GREAT OUTDOORSAs well as walks closer to Fletchers the South Devon Coast offers miles of glorious walking with superb views and plenty to see. To the north and only 10 minutes by car is the Dartmoor National Park with 365 square miles of moor, streams, rivers and forest. High granite tors, prehistoric remains and enchanting hamlets and villages make Dartmoor a very special place.FOR CHILDRENWithin 20 minutes drive are the Woodlands Adventure park, the Pennywell Farm and adventure park, the River Dart adventure park and numerous smaller attractions for sunny and not so sunny days.GARDENSThere are half a dozen National Trust properties and gardens within easy reach of Fletchers and a day trip away are the RHS gardens at Rosemoor, the world famous Eden Project and the Lost gardens of Heligan. During the summer months there are many private gardens open as part of the National Gardens Scheme. Look for the yellow signs.TOWNSTotnes is the nearest town to Fletchers, famous for it’s eclectic and alternative lifestyle but with a great range of independent shops and a refreshing lack of chain stores. Its Norman castle, medieval Guildhall and many Elizabethan buildings stretch down to the River Dart. Lively and different Totnes has a twice weekly market and a great selection of bars, cafes and pubs with regular live music. Nearby at Dartington is the famous hall, gardens and arts centre as well as the Cider Press craft and shopping centre.Dartmouth at the mouth of the River Dart is the place for boats large and small with a good range of shops, pubs and restaurants. The castle, museum and the famous Britannia Royal Naval College are all worth a visit.Kingsbridge at the head of its estuary is a good stopping off point on the way to the beaches of the south and west coast of the South Hams while Salcombe is a mecca for sailors. To the north the Dartmoor gateway towns of South Brent, Buckfastleigh (with its famous abbey) and Ashburton are worth a visit before climbing up to the moor itself. The Torbay towns of Torquay, Paignton and Brixham offer everything from shopping and sailing to the bucket and spade beach delights of Paignton and the fishing port of Brixham.For city life Exeter and Plymouth are both 40 minutes by car.SPORTSailing and Watersports are to the fore in the South Hams with facilities for boat hire and launching at Totnes, Dittisham, Dartmouth, Salcombe and Torbay. Canoeing, kayaking, diving and sea and coarse fishing are all readily available. There are 6 Golf courses within easy reach with tennis at Totnes and Blackawton, horseriding at Broadhempston and on Dartmoor, rock climbing at Buckfastleigh and on Dartmoor, surfing at Bigbury, horse racing at Newton Abbot and Exeter, football at Exeter, Plymouth and Torquay and Rugby at Exeter. Swimming pools are in Totnes, Dartmouth, Kingsbridge and Torquay. Also swimming in the sea of course! Boat trips varying from 12 seater canoe adventures to large pleasure boats and nature watching or fishing trips start from many centres in the area. Steam trains run from Totnes and Kingswear.
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Guests are able to walk through the nearby fields and streams as it’s owned by Fletchers Combe (70 acres). However, please bear in mind that we rear livestock so make sure to close gates behind you and don’t harm the animals!
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Dog friendly neighbourhood with a pond to swim and fields to run around.
Fabulous farm with hot tubs & sauna and a stunning view towards the City of Bath.Stylish and versatile largely en-suite accommodation set around a traditional courtyard with parking.
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Our farm is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty and has exceptional views. The farmhouse has a large and very well-equipped kitchen, with 4-oven Aga, large electric oven, gas hobs, and many appliances. There are a choice of dining areas and a big TV room. Large outdoor pizza oven. The entire farm is heated by a biomass boiler so warmth and comfort are guaranteed. We are fully-licensed and even have The Cheerful Tortoise, our micropub, which we could open by request for your visit!
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Guests will have exclusive use of the Farmhouse, accommodation and gardens
The Manor Hall on THE COTSWOLD MANOR ESTATE is a 17th century Grade II listed property with an under-floor heated conservatory/dining room, a beamed sitting room with inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove. The farmhouse kitchen incorporates a range cooker, super fast broadband provided plus utility room with washer/dryer. Guests also have exclusive use of a hot-tub, BBQ and patio furniture set in private lawns, and shared use of 70 acres of parkland with Games Barn.
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Set in 70 acres of beautiful parkland, The Cotswold Manor Estate is a superb venue for family and friends celebrations.Our properties all include a private garden with exclusive use of a hot-tub, picnic tables and BBQs. Each is uniquely designed and converted to ensure all guests can dine and socialize together.Guests have shared use of our popular Games Barn, which includes pool table, table tennis, air-hockey, table football and numerous sports equipment.The parkland has three wildlife ponds, streams, vineyard, orchard and a bluebell wood. Large, closely mown fields can be used for a number of activities including Zorbing, archery, Laser clay pigeon shooting (laser not shot), personal trainers, ball sports, team building activities and more.A perimeter walk of nearly 3 miles has been created, and those interested in wildlife will be delighted to see Barn, Little and Tawny Owls, Buzzards, Sparrowhawk, Kestrels and Red Kites. The ponds are home to Ducks, Mute Swans, Cormorants, Coots, Moorhens, Herons, Woodpeckers, Egrets and spectacularly coloured Kingfishers.Dogs are very welcome (surcharge applies)
Highcliffe Manor dates from 1895 and commands stunning views across extensive gardens and grounds to the celebrated Heritage coastline. The historic Manor House is situated in the heart of a charming coastal village with local amenities including pubs, cafes and shops all within walking distance of the property.A place of great natural beauty with sweeping views across the North Sea and recognised as a notable spot for bird watching and wildlife.
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The Manor is located to the south of the historic fishing village of Flamborough and approached via private road through open farm land and woods culminating at grand wrought iron gates. The final approach up the sweeping gravel driveway through well maintained gardens brings you to the extensive parking area to the front of the property.
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Guests have private access to the property and 11 acres of land.
16th Century former coaching Inn. Cinema room, games room with air hockey, pool, darts karaoke and plenty of board games to entertain your family.It was set up to sleep 23 but whilst the rule of 6 is in place we have reduced the bedrooms to comply.Outside we have a Hot Tub, a garden area with day bed and outside bar. Charcoal BBQ and covered seating area.We have a bespoke indoor infa red sauna that seats 6 peopleWe can pre stock the bar with products please email for details.
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Multi fuel burner in one of the inglenook fire places. sky q with 75 inch flat screen and sound bar.Fuly equipped catering kitchen ice machine dishwasher and utility room
Getting in:
Hot Tub Outside Bar
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The housekeeper visits to look after the Hot tub to comply with health and safety and accesses the laundry room to service the Curly Tail Accommodation whilst the rule of 6 is in place
The Cotswold Manor Wychwood is located in the hamlet of Fordwells in the Cotswolds Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. Set in 3 acres of parkland and dating back to the mid 1800s, a barn conversion with 10 bedrooms, 6 bathrooms, games barn and hot-tub.The property is an ideal venue for holidays and celebrations. Dogs/pets welcome with a ?50 surcharge.
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The property has a vaulted and beamed sitting room with large inglenook fire place and stove. A newly fitted kitchen dines all guests together and includes an electric range cooker, American style fridge/freezer, two additional drinks fridges with bar, dishwasher, washer/dryer and microwave. Ultra fast (300Mbps average) WIFI is provided, a 55 inch HDTV in the sitting room and TVs in some bedrooms. Digital electric radiators throughout and mostly oak flooring to ground floor.
Getting in:
Guests have exclusive use of the property
Stainsborough Hall is a large country house on the shores of Carsington Water in the Derbyshire Dales that’s been renovated to offer high levels of comfort and style. With ten bedrooms, four reception rooms, and a truly remarkable kitchen this house offers everything you need to have a fantastic break with friends. Surrounded by stunning countryside views and beautiful gardens, but close to the Peak District and it’s many attractions.
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This a large country house that’s been recently renovated and offering high levels of comfort and style.
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PLEASE NOTE: Due to the current government guidelines it is illegal for groups of more than six people to meet either inside or outside in a social setting. We are therefore not able to accept any reservations for groups that are larger than six people that are due to arrive before January 2021, at which point the rules will have hopefully changed (but obviously there are no guarantees).
Surrounded by wild meadows and with far-reaching rural views, Old Great Marlborough is a beautifully restored, self-catered farmhouse for large groups wanting to escape it all. The once forgotten, traditional Welsh farmhouse, is immersed in both history and beauty, sleeping anywhere from 6 to 16 people. Find country comfort with beautifully restored bedrooms, spacious reception rooms, a swimming pool, a wood-fired hot tub and so much more.
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The house and its 3-acre gardens are perfectly secluded so you are guaranteed peace and tranquillity. An indoor swimming pool, woodfired hot tub along with a games room and tennis court provide plenty of activity for all ages. Meanwhile, a large garden room (complete with fruiting grapevine), antique dining room, and 30 x 30 ft living room with a wood-burning stove make the house a luxurious, comfortable setting for large gatherings. Cooking is a joy in our large, farmhouse kitchen which boasts an Aga and Belfast sink, whilst our well-proportioned bedrooms (all with their own bathrooms), fine artwork, and antique furniture create the ideal atmosphere for a relaxing holiday. The sleeping accommodation is spread throughout the main, historic part of the house, a swimming pool annex, and a separate bunkhouse with its own kitchenette and dining area. We do have a sofa bed available as an extra sleeping space (If you wish to make use of this you will need to provide your own linen to use it)We have just newly installed a hotel-grade heating and plumbing system so lots of hot water and no cold showers!The grounds of OGM host a tennis court with a viewing pavilion, a sunken garden, a covered BBQ area and many secluded seating areas.The gardens feature stunning views of the Black Mountains, Hay Bluff, the magical Skirrid Mountain, rolling hills, farmland, and on a clear night ?? the Milky Way. Holidays at OGM are magical throughout the year, thanks to our array of outdoor and indoor activities on-site. The indoor, under-floor swimming pool provides endless entertainment, particularly as, when closed, it doubles up as a great indoor play area.
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We share the driveway and farmland with our neighbour. Please stick to the area surrounding the house only and the public footpaths. If you have dogs, please make sure to shut the main gate at the bottom of the drive before letting them run free.
Brittons Farm Estate is a stunning property located on the edge of World Heritage City of Bath and the South Cotswolds.This beautiful 1643 Jacobean property is set in 42 acres of stunning countryside designated an official area of outstanding beauty (AONB) and area of conservation.The whole of the property and its ancillary accommodation has been completely renovated to the very highest standards.The property has 5 bedrooms in the main house (3 ensuite and 2 with a shared bathroom). There are 3 further bedrooms around the stunning courtyard (all with ensuite bathrooms). The Hay Barn and The Cottage (also facing onto the courtyard) each have an additional living area with sofa bed for additional guests. The Cottage further benefits from a separate kitchen.
The Old Rectory sits on a secluded elevation with breath taking panoramic views over Conwy Estuary and Conwy Castle. With five bedrooms, a sofa bed and 2 extra beds there is plenty of room for up to 14 guests. Fire up a film in the 3D movie room or enjoy unsurpassed views from the hot tub.Guests may wish to hire our separately listed Coach House which sits on the same plot and sleeps up to 6 in 3 bedrooms. Beautiful accommodation with fine furnishing and yet is homely and welcoming. The Old Rectory sits in a unique and beautiful setting.
Getting in:
There is a large hot tub in the front garden.
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: The adjacent coach house is NOT INCLUDED within this listing and may be let out to another group during your stay. However, the main gardens and hot tub are for the exclusive use of guests of the main house (this listing). The main house will comfortably sleep 10-14 guests.Bedroom 3 and 5 can be configured as twin or superking to give maximum flexibility.
