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
Trehill Cottages lie in the middle of the peaceful Trehill Estate in SE Cornwall.. Lakeside stone built farm buildings perfect for groups and families seeking a relaxing getaway. Free on site fishing, games room & 4 acres of lovely grounds. The spacious grounds are shared with our Long Barn Cottages Trehill Cottages includes Gullivers Owls Roost 1 b/r All cottages are attached (no internal connection)& have their own hot tub there is also a seasonal outdoor pool
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Trehill Holiday Cottages is an idyllic lakeside holiday cottage complex in Callington, SE Cornwall. Renting these cottages for a group/family get-together is a great idea. The largest cottage, Gulliver is big enough for everyone to meet up in. But having other cottages where some guests can return to (all with full facilities) can be very stress-relieving!The largest cottage, Gulliver has a huge lounge (with wood burner), extra conservatory and a spacious kitchen / dining room which will ensure that everyone can socialise and eat together in comfort.Trehill has a Stunning hilltop location in the heart of the Tamar Valley with free on-site fishing & great leisure facilities!When you arrive at Trehill cottages, you know you have arrived at a special place. Gorgeous converted farm buildings, 4 sunny acres of beautiful grounds & a plateau location with views far afield over the Cornish countryside.There are 3 cottages, giving you plenty of space and the opportunity to cater for guests who prefer their own private spaceAll three cottages are attached to each other in a lovely courtyard setting by the main fishing pond. There are no internal connections between the cottagesAll cottages have their own hot tubs (included in the price)There is also a fishing lake, games room, out door pool (summer only), and our own mini “football pitch – essentially a rectangle of grass with 2 trees at either end!”.These outdoor facilities & common grounds are shared with our Long Barn cottages which lie in an adjacent part of the estate, separated by a very tall hedge for maximum privacy.Please note that this property does not accept under 21 groups at all.
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There is an outdoor pool, fishing ponds, games room & 4 acres of grounds shared with neighbouring Long Barn cottages.You also receive membership access to the nearby China Fleet club. Their superb facilities can be accessed at a daily rate starting at ?6.50 per adult (?4.50/child) for the tropical pool complex.Owing to severe staff allergies we are unable to accept bookings from guests with dogs or other furry animals. We hope you will respect this request.
Three properties each with its own optional salt water hot tub, each sleeps 6 people. Granary is well suited to persons who are challenged by their mobility. The ground floor is wheel chair friendly, with wide door openings, all facilities are on one level. The cottages combines a robust eco-friendly ethos with a high standard of accommodation to provide guests with everything needed to relax and unwind.
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Sitting in a beautiful rural location just ten minutes from historic Stratford-Upon-Avon, and five minutes from the popular Gastro pub of the year, The Broom Tavern. This welcoming holiday base is an excellent place for exploring Central England. With space for 3 x 6 people in three king-size, four double, six single beds in nine separate bedrooms across three separate properties. Each property is adjacent to each other and has its own garden. Therefore you can be together or have your own space or a mix of the two. There is ample secure off road parking. Open-plan stylish living area with plenty of space to cook, dine and relax in each of the three kitchens which are well equipped with microwave, electric oven/hob, fridge, freezer, a good complement of utensils and cooking equipment and granite worktops adding a touch of luxury. Comfy seating allows you to relax in front of the wall-mounted television with Freeview channels to each of the open plan living areas and to each of the nine bedrooms.
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Guests are welcome to access all parts of the farm apart from the owners garden, house and barn unless taking part in a workshop. There are many local walks to try with mini laminated maps in the properties to help you track your route. The sheep on the whole are tame and love to have some fuss and a good head scratching. You are welcome to collect your own eggs for breakfast and instructions on how to do this can be found in the honesty stall by the children’s play park. Before you arrive we will notify you how to gain access through our electric gates. This helps to keep children safe, they are free to run around safely but must be mindful of others when letting off steam.
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Add A Salt Water Hot Tub to your Stay?There is a salt water hot tub to the Granary, Shepherds View and Coach House gardens. It is available for your own personal use at an additional cost of ?150 per stay per hot tub payable locally. We empty the Salt water hot tub and refill it for each party coming in. The price includes 1200 litres of water, refill of salt and enough Kw of electricity to heat it. Providing you replace the cover and turn off the jets when it is not in use you will not run out of your allocated amount of electric units. Because we have other guests on the farm by replacing the cover after use it keeps everyone safe. Children must be accompanied. ?We have chosen a chemical free Hot spa which is in line with our green policy. ?It is a fantastic place to sit at night watching the stars.Dog Facilities.Please note before your pet is allowed to come on your holiday with you there must first be a conversation with us. We need to know the size, age and breed of dog and that you agree to our terms & conditions as detailed below.With prior consent we do accept a maximum of 2 dogs to the Granary and Coach House. They must be fully vaccinated. They are not allowed in any of the carpeted areas nor on the furniture, this basically excludes the bedrooms. Please do not use the bed throws for the dogs they are nightmare to get the hairs out of. You have gated access to the property and a private garden for tiny dogs they may be able to squeeze through the rails, so it is your responsibility to be vigilant when they are in the garden. We ask that you bring provision to towel down your dog after walks etc. We have a dog poo bucket to enable you to clear up after your dog. Dogs are not to be left unattended in the property. Provision must be provided by you for sleep time. They must be kept on a lead around livestock. There is an additional charge of ?50 per property payable locally.Air Rifle shootingWe can offer Field Target Air Rifle shooting and coaching from beginners upwards. The cost for the activity is just ?50 per hour for 2 guns for as many people as you like payable locally. All persons must have the ability to follow basic instructions and be mindful of safety. Children must be accompanied. Availability is dependant on your and our time and of course the weather. Farm work: There is the opportunity to get involved in sheep work and chicken husbandry. Sheep work is particularly interesting during lambing which generally starts on and around 1 April. Collecting eggs for breakfastThis is dependant on the time of year. Hens dont lay as many eggs during the shorter winter days. Please feel free to collect your own eggs for breakfast. You will find instructions in the honesty stall located by the childrens play park.Honesty stallLocated by the childrens play park. This is where you can find all you need for lighting your BBQ and Kandi fire bowl. Please deposit your money in the bird box located on the stall.Pizza Evening experience additional fee applies. Kandi fire bowl for beginners additional fee applies.
