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Ashwater
Nr Holsworthy
Devon
EX21 5EP
Tel: +44 (0)1409 211350
Fax: +44 (0)1409 261437
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Six large substantial cottages especially for country lovers with views south over parkland and lake to Dartmoor on secluded 150 acre garden and forest estate. Newly built smooth three mile foot/cycle path to remote Drury Water Valley, leading around boundary to numerous other beautiful forested natural areas full of wildlife with four large wild garden ponds. Excellent facilities, including fishing lake, tennis court, games field, snooker and games room. Six properties with fine views over parkland and surrounded by woodlands. Each of the four barn conversions and two large purpose built houses (each of which can be divided into two self-contained apartments) have a highly original character. All are solidly built stone or masonry buildings with slated roofs surrounded by gardens and lawns landscaped in local stone, and provide a high standard of accommodation and comfort. All have fine views to the south over Braddon Lake and to Dartmoor, and are in a quiet secluded setting at the end of a long drive. HAYBARN THREE bedrooms, formally a Napoleonic corn barn facing south with spectacular views of lake and Dartmoor. External steps to first floor, covered entrance porch, open plan beamed kitchen/diner/living room, with double sofa bed. Feature stone fireplace with wood burner, dishwasher, microwave, television/video, iron and hairdryer. Up 3 steps to compact double bedded room with hand basin, 1 twin bedded room & 1 bunk bedded room. Bathroom. Auto washer dryer, freezer in cellar below. Private patio & lawn in front with BBQ. THE GRANARY THREE bedrooms, formally a Granary now with a very large unique lounge/diner which has an interesting ceiling and landing with massive exposed beams. Downstairs lounge with wood burner and sofa bed, open plan stairs and picture window. Bedroom with bunks, WC & wash basin opposite. Well fitted separate kitchen/diner with washer-dryer, dishwasher, microwave, television/video, iron and hairdryer. Large bedroom with 5ft (152cm) bed, expanding bed for 2. En suite bath, shower and wash basin. Upstairs double bedroom (5ft (152cm) bed) and bathroom (hand shower). Large private patio and garden area. THE STABLES Ground floor, porch, hall, shower room with shower cubicle, WC, wash basin. Beamed L-shaped dining room, wood burner and sliding doors to large conservatory living room with double sofa bed. Arch to tiled kitchen area with washer dryer, dishwasher, microwave, television/video, iron and hairdryer. First floor, fitted carpets, gothic style arched doors to 1 double bed room, 2 twin bedded rooms and 1 room with bunk beds. Bathroom. BULLOCK'S HOUSE THREE bedrooms, formally a cattle barn, single storey with 2' stone walls. Adjoining adults snooker room. One bedroom with double bed and bathroom en suite, 1 with bunks and 1 large bedroom with twin beds. Second bathroom. The large lounge/diner/kitchen has a formidable stone fireplace, exposed beams with wood burner, dishwasher, microwave, television/video, iron and hairdryer, and double sofa bed. French doors lead to a large patio area, lawns and gardens. Utility room contains washer, dryer, sink and deep freezer. Games rooms adjoin, the games room and Bullocks' accommodation are separated by the thick (sound proof) stone wall of the old building. LAKE HOUSE SIX bedrooms. When connected via interior stairs, the two apartments taken together are ideal for large parties or two families, otherwise separated by soundproofed ceilings and double doors. THE LINHAYE SIX bedrooms. When connected via interior stairs, the two apartments taken together are ideal for large parties or two families, otherwise separated by soundproofed ceilings and double doors.

Open All Year

2008: Opening 01/01/2008 - 31/12/2008

Accommodation Information

Number of Rooms/Units:
6
Room / Unit TypeCapacityRoom / Unit Tariff*
The Lakehouse14from £650.00 to £1580.00 per unit per week
The Linhaye14from £650.00 to £1580.00 per unit per week
The Stables11from £425.00 to £1065.00 per unit per week
The Bullocks House7from £385.00 to £965.00 per unit per week
The Granary9from £325.00 to £790.00 per unit per week
The Haybarn7from £305.00 to £745.00 per unit per week

* As a guide, prices are per room per night for hotels, guest houses, B&Bs and serviced apartments and per week for self-catering accommodation.

Note: Prices are a guide only and may change on a daily basis.

Road Directions

Reach Braddon Cottages from the M5, take the A30 dual carriageway at junction 31, signposted Okehampton, Bodmin, to Stowford interchange exit (34 miles). Turn right to Roadford Lake. Cross the dam. After 4 miles turn left at T junction (Ivyhouse Cross). Then immediately right (Reservoir Cross). Cross stone bridge at Ashmill, bearing right up a steep hill signposted Holsworthy. After two miles turn right into concrete road signposted Braddon and East Venn. Bear left at fork. Continue past Braddon Cottage, crossing the cattle grid marked Braddon to the Byre for your key.

Public Transport Directions

From Exeter St David's - 42 miles
Bus stop outside station. Mon - Sat at 0925,1125,1325.1540, 1715 and 1815 (also 2015 on Saturdays in July) to Holsworthy. We will collect and deliver parties of up to 6 from Holsworthy by arrangement - cost £15.00.

Grading

  • 3-4 Visit Britain Stars
    • 3-4 Visit Britain Stars Self Catering

    Awards

    • Green Awards Green Tourism Business Scheme (Bronze) 2008

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 Facilities

Provider Preferences

  • Country house
  • In countryside
  • Midweek breaks - Short breaks from 195 pounds
  • Of historic, literary or architectural interest
  • Weekend breaks

Accessibility

  • Accepts Dogs by Arrangement

Children & Infants

  • Accept children (Minimum age) - 0
  • Accept children all ages
  • Facilities for children - Cots available, Highchairs available, Indoor play area, Outdoor play area

Parking & Transport

  • On site parking - 14 Uncovered

Leisure Facilities

  • Fishing
  • Other sporting facilities - Football games field.
  • Tennis court

Payment Methods

  • Delta accepted
  • Diners Club accepted
  • Euros accepted
  • Maestro accepted
  • MasterCard accepted
  • Solo accepted
  • Sterling Travellers Cheques accepted
  • Visa accepted

Room / Unit Features

  • Dishwasher
  • DVD Player
  • Fridge/Freezer
  • Microwave
  • Ironing Facilities

The Linhaye

  • Central Heating
  • Colour Television
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD Player
  • Freezer
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Non smoking units
  • Pets Accepted
  • Real log/coal fire
  • Washing Machine

The Granary

  • Barbecue
  • Central Heating
  • Colour Television
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD Player
  • Freezer
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Non smoking units
  • Pets Accepted
  • Real log/coal fire
  • Washing Machine

The Lakehouse

  • Central Heating
  • Colour Television
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD Player
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Non smoking units
  • Pets Accepted
  • Real log/coal fire
  • Washing Machine

The Stables

  • Barbecue
  • Central Heating
  • Dishwasher
  • DVD Player
  • Freezer
  • Hairdryer
  • Ironing Facilities
  • Microwave
  • Non smoking units
  • Real log/coal fire
  • Washing Machine

Establishment Features

  • Garden/patio for guests' use
  • Launderette
  • Linen available free of charge
  • Linen provided
  • Linen provided for overseas visitors only
  • Public telephone

Specialist Features

  • Special provisions for walkers - Accessible 150 acres Braddon forest and 500+acres adjoining forested land.