Located in Beaworthy, Devon, The Long House is a charming thatched farmhouse on a livestock farm near the village of Sheepwash. This cozy cottage sleeps six people in three bedrooms, with a sitting room featuring wooden beams and a woodburning stove, a spacious kitchen/diner, and a snooker room. The property also includes a private garden with seating and off-road parking for two cars, making it a perfect retreat for exploring beautiful Devon throughout the year.
The Long House offers modern amenities including biomass central heating, a well-equipped kitchen, TVs with FreeSat, WiFi, and a selection of books, games, and DVDs. Bed linen and towels are provided, and guests can enjoy the convenience of a nearby shop and pub just a 10-minute walk away. The cottage is pet-free and smoke-free, with electricity supplied by solar panels and water from the owner's bore hole. Guests can also arrange to use the private grass landing airstrip on the farm or purchase day tickets for fly fishing on the River Torridge.
The village of Sheepwash, located in the tranquil Torridge Valley, offers a quaint setting with a shop and traditional pub serving local ales and good food. The surrounding area provides ample opportunities for walks, with coastal towns like Bude, Clovelly, Bideford, and Westward Ho! within easy reach. Visitors to Devon can also explore the region's natural beauty in Dartmoor National Park and along the North Devon Coast, while enjoying cultural attractions like Barometer World and The Plough Arts Centre. Outdoor enthusiasts can take advantage of hiking and biking trails nearby, ensuring a memorable stay in this picturesque part of South West England.
Self-catering cottage holidays in the UK and Ireland can still be a green option. You can have the comforts of home and the flexibility to do what you want; when you want - without the hassles of air travel!