Orchard Cottage, in the village of Brayford, offers peaceful holiday accommodation on the East wing of a large former farmhouse in one of the most scenic parts of the country. Located on the edge of Exmoor National Park, this area of Devon makes an ideal base both for a relaxing countryside retreat as well as for those looking to get out for some rural adventure. Keen walkers, cyclists, photographers, and artists alike will find no shortage of nearby beaches, woodlands, moorland, and quiet rural towns to explore.
3 first floor bedrooms ((one double, one single, and one twin, all with views out over the hills of Exmoor) Split-level living room with large dining table and television/DVD player Ground floor kitchen well equipped with electric cooker, fridge-freezer, microwave, and washing machine, plus toaster, kettle, cookware, variety of kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery, and glasses First floor bathroom with bath, hand basin, and toilet Bed linen, duvets, blankets provided. Towels provided upon request for supplementary fee of £3 per person (one bath towel and one hand towel) Wifi available Adjustable oil fired central heating throughout. Please note, heating and electricity costs not included in accommodation price Up to two dogs welcome (supplement of £10 per dog) Gardens (shared with neighbouring holiday property) with fabulous views of surrounding countryside and several beautiful benches Free access (shared with neighbouring holiday property) to indoor badminton court next to cottage Child-friendly accommodation with cot and highchair available upon request Tea, coffee, and sugar provided, with other non-perishable items like salt, pepper, and oil, plus household sundries such as toilet rolls and washing-up liquid available Basic supplies available from local pub The Poltimore Arms or Bratton Fleming Shop - both 3 miles from property, while Sainsbury's offer home delivery service in this area. 7 miles from a larger range of amenities provided in the nearest town of South Molton Iron, ironing board, and hairdryer provided Allocated parking space for one vehicle; A further space can be organised upon request
Facilities You enter the Orchard Cottage through a small conservatory straight into the kitchen, which is fully equipped. The sitting room is spacious and comfortable. A television (with Freeview) and DVD player is provided in the living room, and wifi is available in the cottage. There is an iron and ironing board. A travel cot and high chair can be provided on request, please let us know at time of booking if you require them.
Orchard Cottage has oil fired central heating throughout. There is a ceiling of £30 on the cost of oil provided by owner. Oil used above £30 per stay will charged at cost price - to be settled with the owner directly at the end of your stay, if applicable.
Electricity is included in the price of your stay. Bed linen, duvets and blankets are provided.
Towels can be provided if requested and upon payment of a supplementary fee of £3 per person (one bath towel and one hand towel would be provided per person).
Location The parish of Brayford is situated on the south-western boundary of Exmoor and includes a part of the National Park. Brayford is in a highly picturesque location, bounded by green fields and woodlands, and situated in a steep sided valley, with the River Bray running through the middle of the village and acting as a focal point. The River Bray rises on Exmoor, near Challacombe, and tumbles down to 470 feet above sea level where it flows through the village, then joins the River Mole south-west of South Molton, and finally the River Taw which eventually sweeps through Barnstaple to the sea.
The hills are populated with livestock as this is well known sheep and cattle country, and the famous red deer of Exmoor are commonly seen too.
The nearest pub is the Poltimore Arms, a short drive east from the village. For food, The Stags Head, The Black Venus and Station Inn, Blackmore Gate are local and good.
South Molton has Sainsburys and a variety of private shops with Markets on Thursday and Saturday mornings. Bratton Fleming Stores is 3 miles away.