The Orchard is a traditional upside-down cottage located near Okehampton in Devon, South West England. It sleeps six people in three bedrooms, including a ground floor king-size double and a second floor mezzanine double. The cottage also features an annex with a king-size four-poster bed and luxury bathroom. The open plan living area includes a well-equipped kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with a woodburning stove. Outside, there is a front patio with furniture, off-road parking, and a small enclosed garden with seating.
Amenities at The Orchard include electric heating, an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, Smart TV with Netflix, Freeview, and more. The cottage also offers a barbecue on request, fuel, power, and a starter pack for the stove included in the rent. Bed linen, towels, and bathrobes for the hot tub are also provided. The front enclosed patio area features a hot tub under a pergola with a sliding roof, while the rear garden offers stunning views over Yes Tor, the highest point on Dartmoor. Two well-behaved dogs are welcome for a supplement per pet, per stay.
Okehampton is a bustling market town on the edge of Dartmoor National Park, with Yes Tor rising to over 2000 feet nearby. The surrounding area boasts beautiful rolling hills, small farming villages, woods, fields, and gently flowing rivers. Visitors to Devon can explore quiet country lanes, lush green fields, and sleepy villages, as well as indulge in a scrumptious Devonshire cream tea. Outdoor activities such as hiking, horse riding, and cycling are popular in the region, with attractions like the Museum of Dartmoor Life and Launceston Steam Railway nearby.
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!