Forge at Speccott Barton - Self catering holiday cottage in Merton, Nr Okehampton, Devon, England - Sleeps 2
Forge at Speccott Barton
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Speccott Barton provides a choice of six self catering holiday cottages that can accommodate parties of two to fourteen guests individually, within the beautiful rolling hills of the unspoilt North Devon countryside. Just a twenty minute drive to the North Devon coastline with its wonderful beaches, this is an ideal location for anyone looking to explore the area along with its many attractions or simply relax in a peaceful setting.
The cottages are ideal for not only couples looking for a quiet retreat but also small and large families who want a place where children can play and enjoy themselves safely, with excellent facilities which can be used whatever the weather. These include an indoor swimming pool, tennis court and games room.
Speccott Barton is a family-run sheep farm which is available all year round. Its location is ideal for those who enjoy walking with direct access to the Tarka Trail and a good number of footpaths which allow you to explore the area by foot. Alternatively, cycle the quiet country lanes and take in the beautiful scenery.
Centred in mid North Devon, the farm is an ideal base for exploring not only Devon but also some of Cornwall as well as offering easy access to both Exmoor and Dartmoor. With the owners living on site to assist you should you need it, you can relax knowing that your holiday should run smoothly.
Facilities
Swimming Pool Log Burner Garden/Outside Area Games Room Bike Storage Tennis Onsite Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Video CD Player Shower Bath Cot
Speccott Barton offers six holiday cottages. Forge (featured in this advert) sleeps two guests; Stable sleeps two (plus two); Hayloft sleeps six; Coach House sleeps eight; Granary sleeps fourteen and Parlour also sleeps eight guests.
Forge is a cosy holiday cottage ideally suited to a couple. On one level, Forge Cottage still retains the original fireplace that now houses a wood burner, which together with the original beams, makes a very cosy and comfortable living/dining area leading to the bathroom and bedroom that has a double adjustamatic bed. The cottage is all electric and the heating is run by thermostatic oil filled radiators.
Additional information: Forge may be suitable for people with limited mobility but please discuss your personal requirements with the owner before booking to ensure the cottage meets your needs both inside and out.Please note that the washing machine and tumble dryer is located in a communal laundry room which is available for guests use (£1.00 per load on the machines). Each cottage has a £1 electricity coin metre fitted.
All cottages have access to the indoor heated swimming pool (open all year). It measures 26'x15' and is a continual depth of 4' - children under the age of 16 must be accompanied in the pool area at all times. The pool is open from 9am - 9pm apart from on a Saturday when it is closed for cleaning until 2pm. During term time the pool is used by a local swimming club on Monday afternoon 4 - 6.30pm and Wednesday afternoon 2.30 - 6.30pm.
There is a hard court tennis court in the old walled garden. Whether playing or observing you will you can not help but admire the beautiful scenery and views of Dartmoor.
The children's play area with swings and slide is also located at the end of the walled garden and there are large communal gardens and picnic areas with barbecues for guest's enjoyment.
A good sized two storey games room is sure to keep the children entertained if it rains and offers table tennis, pool (coin operated), outdoor play equipment, darts, air hockey table (child size), football table and carpeted play area.
Guests have full access to walk the farm and permission to watch lambs being born in the spring.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £220 Mid Season from £250 High Season from £275 Peak Season £300
Key details:
Pets: No Smoking: No Children: Yes Changeover Day: Saturday
Payment options:
Please enquire with owner
Bedroom configuration:
Sleeps 2 people in 1 bedroom (1 Double)
Owner's details:
Owner: Mark & Debbie Kimber click Contact Details for owner´s phone number and email address.
Forge at Speccott Barton joined Independent Cottages in May 2011