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.
Church View Farm offers peace and quiet in the beautiful countryside of Derbyshire, just a short drive from the Peak District. Tucked away down a private track, it feels like a world of your own where you can truly unwind and leave the stresses of life behind. there are 18 acres to stroll around at your leisure, 3 large hot tubs with built in Bluetooth, Large sauna, pool table,professional poker table,Full sky package sonos speakers a great place to get together for all occasions.
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Church View Retreat currently has three properties for holidays and short breaks; The Retreat sleeps 15, Bumblebee Barn sleeps 11 people in 4 bedrooms, and Butterpot Cottage is a cosy retreat for up to 4. The properties can be booked together or as separate lets to sleep a max of 30 guests making it ideal for Large get together family holidays, gatherings of friends, hen weekends and corporate breaks. All 3 properties have their own hot tubs with Bluetooth speakers , and inside have been beautifully designed with the rustic character enhanced by solid oak latch and brace doors, original ceiling beams, log burners and roll top baths. There is limestone or slate flooring in the whole property, underfloor heating throughout and all the high quality comforts you need for a relaxing break.Book a personal Chef for your special occasion Spa Treatment can be booked at Church View during your stay.Cocktail making lessonsAfternoon TeaButlers in the buffBeyonce dance lessonsPlease enquiry for more details on how to book.
Getting in:
The Retreat, Bumble bee and Butterpot cottage have use of the court yard for parking only.
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You will be able to collect fresh eggs from our on site chickens, use of our orchard during the summer months. Bike hire on request for the use in the beautiful surroundings
Tatham House is a delightful, high spec, luxury property sleeping up to 22 , with 10 spacious bedrooms, all with luxurious en-suites. The ground floor provides plenty of comfortable, social space for large groups with a stylish kitchen and a large, light filled dining area. The indoor pool opens out onto a walled garden with barbecue area, beyond lies the all weather tennis court and large hot-tub. The large terrace area has seating for up to 22 for enjoying relaxing meals, overlooking the large garden and orchard area, towards the rolling Somerset countryside. Downstairs, a funky cellar for games of table tennis, bar billiards, pool and a cinema room.If you can bear to leave it, the nearby Quantock hills and North Somerset coast have lots to offer too.May half term & summer school holidays, 7 night prices apply.
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The house and gardens provide a beautiful oasis with the Quantock Hills in the distance. The indoor and outdoor space work really well for a large group, either family, friends or work colleagues. There’s space to be together, to dine, to socialise and play, but also to have quiet time to read a book, if that’s what you’d like. The house has supremely comfortable beds, high spec shower and bathrooms – with all bedrooms having an en-suite.With so much entertainment on-site, it’s often not necessary to leave the property – but if you do, there is plenty available.
Getting in:
You have exclusive use of the entire house and garden.
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Please supervise children and animals at all times because of the swimming pool and hot tub.
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.
Widcombe Grange is a lovely, large Victorian stone built house and cottage sleeping 24 guests in 12 bedrooms. It’s an excellent house for a large group to stay in comfort, with space to be together to dine, cook, play and have fun. It’s set in 23 acres of stunning landscaped grounds with woodlands, lakes, orchard and paddocks. The heated swimming pool is open May – September in the walled garden where there are loungers and picnic benches – there is a hot tub in the courtyard for all year round enjoyment. There are 7 bedrooms in the main house for 14 guests and 5 bedrooms in the cottage for 10 guests. All the ground floor rooms in the main house are large enough for your whole group to enjoy and socialise together. The dining table seats 24 in comfort and is wonderful for a celebration dinner.The coach house is a great games room with table tennis, pool table and table football – it is also ideal for after dinner dancing for a large group of friends or family. It is also licensed for weddings along with the pergola outside on the ornamental pond.
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Widcombe Grange is a wonderful big house that’s great for groups with lots of entertaining space inside the house and loads of space outside in the 23 acres for activities & fun. The swimming pool is a lovely focal point in the walled garden, where you can have a barbecue too, or play games on the adjoining lawn. The hot tub in the courtyard by the house is a delightful spot for relaxing and chatting with friends and family.There are 2 lakes, one with a waterside pergola and the other (larger) lake has a rowing boat. We are able to arrange catering and activities for you during your stay, if you want to make it extra special. We have 25 years of experience of helping guests enjoy a fabulous time in our houses, so do get in touch if you have something particular in mind.
Getting in:
Guests have exclusive use of the whole property and grounds.
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Please be aware that the 2 lakes and the outdoor swimming pool are unfenced. There is also a hot tub. Children and animals will need supervision at all times.
This listing is for four separate properties – Eider, Mallard & Shelduck all with their own private hot-tub and Teal. They are all within the very centre of Holmfirth and either adjacent, or within 10 minutes walk of each other – all quirky period properties, luxuriously kitted out and sensitively converted for modern living. Exclusive use of the owners private heated indoor swimming pool, spa bath and sauna is also available for an additional charge, subject to availability.
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See the individual listings for all four properties for more details.
A wonderful big house for 31 people, that is excellent for celebrating birthdays, family get togethers and holidays and corporate groups. The property comprises the main house sleeping 21 and the Stables accommodating a further 10. The main house is large enough and fully equipped for 31 guests. The grounds including terrace are stylishly landscaped giving total privacy to guests. PRICES – Prices shown here, are for groups up to 31 guests, using the House & Stables. For prices for the House only (groups up to 21 guests) please see our other listing. Changing the number of guests on this listing, does not show the price for a smaller group. Please message us for any clarification you need. Your stay here, is always exclusive hire, the Stables are never hired out separately. Ground floor.The front door opens to the grand (40ft) Hall. Off the hall, is a fully equipped kitchen together with utility areas for fridges, dishwashers & extra cooking space. The drawing and dining rooms are where guests can unwind in comfort and style with a roaring log fire, amid many antiques and family portraits. The more energetic will love the Long Room for a game of table tennis or pool.The party room.Leading off from the dining room is the air conditioned party room with an integrated sound and lighting system, which is ideal for staging your own disco and can also be used for formal presentations. There is also a wide screen TV, great for movies or watching a big match.First floor.There are seven bedrooms (and 6 shower/bathrooms) all reflecting fascinating and different aspects of the history of the house and Quaker family. They are comfortably furnished, with sumptuous beds, 3 are en-suite. The 11th bedroom is the Old Laundry, a charming, very large bedroom suite with a galleried sitting area and its own bathroom.Second floor.The cosy attics provide a twin bedded room, a double/twin room with a walk through to a single room.In total the main house has 11 bedrooms and 7 bath/shower rooms.The Stables.Nestled in the garden, adjacent to the main house, the Stables provide contemporary accommodation for up to 10 guests. The beautifully appointed kitchen is ideal for a morning brew, but the guests would then join in the main house for all meals and entertainment. The ground floor has two bedrooms and one shower room. Upstairs there are a further three bedrooms and a bathroom.In total the Stables has 5 bedrooms and 2 bath/shower rooms.The GardensThe large gardens are a great space for fun and games. The hot tub is a focal point on the terrace, beside the house. We can arrange various activities that can take place in the garden, or others that take place off site.
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The history of the house stems from the Quaker origins of a large west country mill owners family. The house also shows the families early associations with banking, mountaineering, ski-ing, and railways. First built by Thomas Fox in 1797, currently owned by Ben & Victoria Fox, it has been enjoyed by the Big House Company guests for 25 years. The history of the house has been blended into a delightful space for groups to enjoy time together with 2 large dining rooms, 2 sitting rooms, a games room and a party room.
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Guests have sole use of the house and grounds. We have a small office onsite, manned during the week, so that we can provide information and assistance if required.
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Please ensure that children and animals are supervised in the grounds at all times, due to the unfenced waterway and the hot tub.
Berry House is an elegant Georgian house on the dramatic North Devon coast, with lovely countryside and coastal views. Berry is great for up to 24 guests in 10 bedrooms. The interior is delightfully furnished, elegant and comfortable. The dining room has a table large enough for your whole group to eat together with ease, it’s great for a special celebration meal. There are squashy sofas in the drawing room where you can enjoy the roaring open fire and a TV lounge if you want a big screen event. For extra entertainment there’s table football and pool table. Outside, there is a large hot tub and barbecue area. The large bedrooms are all individually decorated to a high standard, some with en-suite and all first floor bedrooms have views over the surrounding countryside. Two of the bedrooms and a bathroom are on the ground floor, if accessibility is a consideration for your group.The games barn adjacent to the house provides great indoor fun with table tennis, basket ball and 5 a side football. The pebble beach is just a short walk from the house and there is a pub in the village too.
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The History.Its origins date back to mediaeval times, but the house was enlarged and completely remodeled in the 1760s to provide the home for the land agent of the neighbouring Hartland Abbey Estate. Workmanship was to exceptionally high standards for the time, including fine paneling to many of the rooms. The house remained remarkably untouched until acquired relatively recently by the present owners who have undertaken its painstaking and sympathetic restoration in 2006/7. Great care has been taken to retain the historic character of the building whilst discreetly incorporating the best modern services and to provide a great sense of contemporary style without the feeling of being ??too new!
Getting in:
Guests have exclusive use of the house and grounds.
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This property has a hot tub in the garden. Please let all your group know this before booking and again prior to arrival, for the safety of children and animals.
The house can accommodate up to 30 guests in 12 en suite bedrooms and one children’s bedroom. Balinakill has a large garden with a cedar wood hot tub and BBQ area and is close to the beach and a full range of outdoor activities. Balinakill is ideal for groups of family and friends of all ages, corporate groups, special celebrations, get togethers and weddings and we are pet friendly!We are located in an area of outstanding natural beauty on the Kintyre Peninsula on the west coast of Scotland.
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This is a grand victorian country house which has many original features including an oak panelled drawing room with a grand oak fireplace, a victorian dining room with open fire, original cornicing in most of the large public rooms and bedrooms, a conservatory room with a piano and pool table and a cosy private bar which you stock and run yourselves. The house kitchen is very well equipped for catering for large numbers and there is a separate catering kitchen should you wish to hire caterers for a special meal or for your entire stay!
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The whole house is yours! The only room which is locked off is the catering kitchen – for caterers only – should you wish to hire contract caterers durng yor stay.
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This house is special – you won’t want to leave!
Fawley Court is a stunning country manor house set in the beautiful Wye Valley. With an impressive dining room, indoor pool and hot tub, 13 bedrooms it is the perfect place to get everyone together!
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Welcome to Fawley Court! Set amongst beautiful gardens in the heart of the Wye Valley, your group will be stunned from the moment they arrive at Fawley Court. Whether you choose to spend time with the family, relaxing by the fire or celebrate in style and enjoy some drinks by the pool, your time at Fawley Court will become treasured memories!Inside the house, you will find our ‘Great Hall’, with a huge fire place and seating for up to 36, you can really dine in style! The kitchen is fully stocked with everything you will need to prepare and enjoy a fantastic meal, whether you decide to cook it yourself or bring in a professional chef.Leading off from the Great Hall there are a further three reception rooms. The Drawing Room is perfect for entertaining, the snug has comfy seating and a TV and the lounge has a card table and chess board.At the other end of the house our fantastic indoor pool can be found. Our hot tub can seat up to eight! Leading off from the pool we have a games room with a large TV, pool table, dart boards, table football and plenty of seating. The conservatory and walled garden have seating for the whole group and BBQ.Fawley Court has a total of 13 fantastic bedrooms, 4 of which are ensuite, a further 6 bathrooms and a downstairs loo. All bedding, linen and towels are provided.Outside we have wonderful gardens to explore with interconnected lakes which attract all kinds of wildlife.Being in the heart of the Wye Valley, there is amazing countryside to be explored and amazing views to be seen!
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Please note bookings on the weekend must include Friday and Saturday night. If you would like to check in on Saturday the cost of Sunday night will be higher.We do not allow weddings at this time.We may consider a one night booking in the week but weekends are a two night minimum.Bank holiday weekends are a three night minimum stay.
