Dashel Cottage, Countisbury
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Property Summary Dashel Cottage, Countisbury is a newly converted former stable with 3 en-suite bedrooms. It is located in a secluded area of Exmoor on an organic farm on the Devon/Somerset border. The South West Coast Path and the Coleridge Way both run through the farm as well as a myriad of other paths to explore Main Description Dashel Cottage, Countisbury is located on an Exmoor hill farm at a high point near the coast. It is a working organic farm of 1200 acres, running 1000 ewes and a herd of pedigree beef cattle. Sleeps up to 6 guests Three bedrooms all with en-suite shower rooms Two king-sized beds and one twin bedroom Large open-plan living area with dining table for 6 Well-equipped kitchen with modern facilities Wood-burning stove for that extra cosy feeling Central heating throughout Newly converted to a very high standard throughout South-facing garden with patio and table and chairs Bed linen and towels are provided Wifi, heating and electricity is included Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am The farm has two large areas of moorland, designated as SSSIs (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), extensive semi-ancient woodland, and modern tree plantations. It even has its own beach (but it's rocky and not suitable for swimming) with cliffs designated as a geological site of Special Scientific Interest due to lovely exposures of Devonian rocks (350m years old) with interesting folded strata. The farm also has it's our own Roman archaeology, the "Old Burrow" c 50 AD was built in the reign of Claudius. The earth works of an army encampment are clearly visible. There nearest sandy beach is at Lee Abbey, a 15 drive minute drive away, and is lovely. The big surfing beaches at Saunton, Croyde and Woolacombe are about 45-60 minutes away by car. Lynton is the nearest town (10 minute drive West) and Porlock and Minehead (10 and 20 minutes respectively to the East) have plenty of shops, restaurants, pubs, cafes and other amenities. There are many walking routes on the farm and close by. Please feel free to explore wherever you want, but please leave gates either open or closed, whichever they were when you came to them. Indoor Description This newly converted cottage, originally a stable, has a large open-plan living area featuring a wood-burning stove. The kitchen is well equipped, and includes a free-standing fridge-freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and dryer, microwave, and electric double oven plus hob. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, cafetiere, a variety of cookware, kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. There is a dining area with seating for 6 guests, as well as and a comfortable sitting area with TV. The room is very bright as it faces south and has a lot of windows to make the most of the lovely views. There is one downstairs bedroom, a king-sized double with en-suite shower room. Upstairs, are the other two bedrooms, one is a large twin room with en-suite shower room and this bedroom includes a cot. The third bedroom is a further king-sized double bedroom, also with en-suite shower room. Note, no bath in this property. There is a stair gate provided in the cottage. Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. The central heating is provided by Biomass Boiler and can be adjusted to suit your preferences and the seasons. A basket of logs and kindling will be provided for the wood-burner in the cooler months. Bed linen, duvets, blankets and towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips. The bedding provided is non-feather. There may be non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and a few herbs or spices available. Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid, and surface cleaner will be present in the property. One or two toilet rolls will be provided per toilet. Dogs are welcome but not permitted to get onto the furniture or to go upstairs at all. Dogs are charged at £15 per dog per stay, maximum of 3 dogs per booking. Outdoor Description The cottage is detached and located on a farm so surrounded by fields the children can play in. The garden is enclosed and south-facing with a patio. Doors open from the living area into the garden, which provides a lovely flow to both the cottage and the garden. The small building next to the property you may see in the images is a disused farm building (it is not occupied). There are no steps from parking spot to access the ground floor. Access to the Coleridge Way is approx ******* metres from the cottage and you can walk through farm fields to access the South West Coast Path in about 10-15 minutes. The farms has two large areas of moorland, designated as SSSIs (Sites of Special Scientific Interest), extensive semi-ancient woodland, and modern tree plantations. It even has its own beach (but it's rocky and not suitable for swimming) with cliffs designated as a geological site of