Brook Cottage, Challacombe
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Property Summary Brook Cottage occupies a superb position just above the delightful village of Challacombe in Exmoor National Park, with beautiful countryside views from both the front and back. The cottage sleeps up to 2 guests in one bedroom which has a king-sized, four poster bed. There are no reviews for Brook Cottage in 2022. Sadly, no bookings could be made because extensive building work to the sun room and patio was delayed right through the summer as a result of the Covid epidemic. Main Description Brook Cottage in Challacombe was originally built as an agricultural dwelling. Some years ago two bedrooms were made into one spacious double aspect room. In addition, a sun-room and a downstairs cloakroom were added and comprehensive insulation installed. The wood burning stove was recently replaced. Sleeps 2 guests in one double bedroom with a King-sized, four poster bed Spacious sitting room with dining area Wood-burner in the sitting room Upstairs bathroom. Bath with overhead shower, plus downstairs cloakroom with WC Sun-room attached to the sitting room Enclosed garden to the rear of the property with lovely countryside views Parking for two cars on the forecourt at the front Dogs welcome (2 max) for £15 supplement per dog WiFi and electricity included Logs for the stove are provided free of charge 32" TV with Firestick Bed linen and towels provided Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am The historical village of Challacombe is in a rural location in Exmoor Park, but within easy reach of Barnstaple, Lynton and the market town of South Molton. There are footpaths and bridleways from Challacombe to the moor and the surrounding countryside, making it ideal for walking, riding, cycling and sightseeing. There is an abundance of wildlife in the area, with butterflies, birds, such as pheasants, buzzards and barn owls. The field behind Brook Cottage is farmland and you will see sheep or horses, or even cattle grazing outside the gate. Please do not feed the horses. There are roe deer in the woods surrounding the field, so if you are very lucky your may see one or two. If you want to see red deer, you need to go up on the moors. On clear nights, the sky is spectacular. Please note, mobile phone signal in the cottage is not reliable. It is possible to get reception if you stop at a lay-by on the way to the A399 (just over a mile from the cottage) so we recommend using the internet provided for making WiFi calls. Indoor Description Inside the front door is a small entrance porch ideal for drying coats and muddy boots. The kitchen is to your left as you enter, and the open-plan sitting room and dining area to the right. There is a cloakroom with WC downstairs. French doors lead from the sitting room to the sun-room that makes the most of the chance to sit and enjoy the lovely view over the combe beyond the garden. A sliding door gives access to a patio that is also reached by french doors at the West end and another sliding door from the dining area. Upstairs is the large double aspect bedroom with lovely views. It has a King-sized four-poster bed and there is ample hanging space in the wardrobes and a chest of drawers. The bathroom is off the upstairs landing, which has a bath with overhead shower, hand basin and loo. Water heating is electric and controlled by a timer switch on the landing. The second bedroom is only used for storage of laundry and cleaning equipment. The house is double glazed and well insulated. The wood-burner is very efficient at heating the cottage. Logs are provided; the log store is to the right of the front door. Plug in electric heaters are provided for additional heat should you require them. Please bear in mind that on chilly days, the best means of keeping the house cosy is the log burner. There is a 32" TV with a Firestick giving Internet TV access. USEFUL INFORMATION: Moorland Vets, Bratton Fleming ************ Webbers Taxi & Minibus Service, just down the hill ************ Challacombe Village Shop & Post office ************ Bratton Fleming Village Stores ************ Parracombe Community Stores (and cafe) ************ N D Joy Autos, Barnstaple. ************ (Mr Joy lives in Challacombe and can collect cars for emergency repairs) Nearest Filling Stations are at Barbrook (Lynton) and South Molton. Outdoor Description Outside the sliding door from the dining area there is a small terrace with table and chairs that opens to the patio fronting the sun room. Two loungers are provided. A couple of steps go down at each end to the garden which is well enclosed by fencing. There are lovely views over the neighbouring fields across the combe. Please ensure that