Secret Valley Lodge - Self catering holiday cottage in Farlacombe, Bickington, Nr Newton Abbot, Devon, England - Sleeps 2+2
Secret Valley Lodge
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Secret Valley Lodge is ideally located just ten minutes from the top of Dartmoor, and within easy reach of the beautiful South Devon Beaches. It is one of four holiday homes that sit within five acres of grounds to explore and can accommodate up to four guests.
Nestled in its own magical secret valley on the Southern side of Dartmoor, Secret Valley Lodge is ideally located for couples, families or friends seeking a tranquil holiday retreat. It is set amongst glorious countryside and a perfect base from which to explore Dartmoor and the glorious South Devon Coast.
Beautifully and tastefully decorated throughout, Secret Valley Lodge affords excellent fixtures and fittings including solid oak floors, satellite flatscreen television, DVD player and Wi-Fi internet access. Guests also have the use of a heated 40 ft outdoor swimming pool, sauna, hot-tub, games room, gym equipment, and a full size snooker table - just a few of the luxuries you can enjoy at Secret Valley Dartmoor.
With excellent facilities and a beautiful peaceful location, you may well not want to venture too far. However, the area has plenty of attractions and things to do to suit all ages and energy levels including: Dartmoor with its miles of wonderful walks, wildlife and pretty little villages with great pubs; cycle routes allowing you to explore the area by bike; abbeys, castles, stately homes and gardens; fishing; golf; horse riding and of course, wonderful beaches and seaside villages and towns.
Whether you are looking to simply relax or want to explore Devon, this is an ideal location.
Facilities
Swimming Pool Hot Tub Garden/Outside Area Bike Storage Internet Access Golf Facilities Nearby Off-Road Parking DVD Satellite/cable TV Washing Machine Tumble Dryer Microwave Dishwasher Video CD Player Shower Bath Kingsize Bed
Secret Valley Lodge is a self contained holiday lodge that is located on its own above the Secret Valley apartments. It affords a private elevated decking area where guests can enjoy an evening barbecue or watch the sunrise whilst taking in the glorious views across the valley.
Accommodation comprises:
Entrance via a stone stairway.
Kitchen/diner with an electric oven/hob, microwave, fridge and freezer. The kitchen area is well equipped and stylishly presented with beech units and worktops. There is a dormer window giving views to the north.
Extremely spacious living area which of an evening can provide an additional sleeping area with a double sofa bed or separate single beds. The living area also has a table and chairs that can accommodate eight guests along with a colour television with Freeview satellite channels and DVD player. There is access from the living room to the outside decking area with fabulous views across the valley to the east.
Bedroom with large double bed, double wardrobe and lovely outlook to the north and east across Farlacombe valley.
Shower room with electric shower and wash basin.
Separate WC.
Additional information: Cot available upon request. Short breaks available - please enquire with owner. Washing machine and dryer are situated in the garage below the lodge. Bed Linen is provided. Towels can be provided for an extra charge. There is a single parking space to the side of the lodge.
Prices for 7 nights: Low Season from £400 Mid Season from £450 High Season from £850 Peak Season £850
Secret Valley is just as the name suggests, difficult at first to find, but very well worth the map and Satnav exercise – see below. It’s tranquil, restful and picturesque, although the initial welcoming committee of very friendly dogs (who then disperse to pursue each other and have their own fun) can be a bit rowdy! Spacious, well thought out and equipped accommodation, especially the Lodge, with great facilities for the active or sloths like me who enjoy a game of snooker or a doze in the hot tub/Jacuzzi. Peter and Veronica are generous hosts , allowing you to chill out, but available for a chat, or in my case a game of snooker when passing. Our grown up children and friends made the most of the heated swimming pool, and with a pub in walking distance ( 30 mins hike and best done during the day), we were all able to relax. TIP: take an ordinance survey map, the satnav may not find it, also it is only 10 minutes from either Newton Abbot with a choice of supermarkets where you can stock up or Ashburton with a variety of shops - do visit their brilliant Fish Deli. Also worth looking at is the Dartington College estate with beautiful gardens, a pub, cafe and small cinema. This was our second stay within 18 months and no doubt we will be going again. Paul Fisher June 2009
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