Chapel Cottage, Exford
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Chapel Cottage in Exford nestles in the heart of Exmoor National Park and close to the Somerset-Devon border. This cottage is divided over three levels and provides a rural retreat in this lovely village location and a great base for exploring the magic of Exmoor! Chapel Cottage sleeps 5 guests (+1)
Chapel Cottage in Exford can comfortably sleep up to four adults. In addition, the second bedroom has a single bed with the option of a further single pull-out bed underneath. This facility provides accommodation for one further adult, or two children. Six people can dine in comfort in the open-plan dining area or on the private and enclosed large patio to the rear of the cottage. Dogs are welcome, as are other pets. Stabling for horses can be found very close by. Sleeps 5 (+1) in two bedrooms Double room on the first floor (with super-king size bed) Twin beds on the second floor (twin beds can be linked to make wide double bed on request) Option of a single bed, with a further single pull-out in the twin bedroom (ideal extra sleeping accommodation for children) Sitting room with wood-burning stove Well-equipped kitchen with dining area Large enclosed patio with table and chairs Allocated private parking for 2 cars Up to 3 dogs welcome (sorry, strict maximum of 3 dogs) Wifi, heating and electricity included Bed linen and towels provided and a small Welcome Pack. Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am Exford has a village shop within easy walking of the front door. However, following a bereavement, the shop is temporarily closed for refurbishment. It is scheduled to be re-opened early September 2020. In the meantime, newspapers and supplies can be obtained from the village shops in Wheddon Cross (7 miles) and Withypool (4 miles). There are also two excellent country inns that serve food within the village. Bed format will be a super-king double and twin beds in the second bedroom unless you contact the housekeeper to arrange more than 7 days before your stay. Phone numbers are sent once you have paid in full.
- Kitchen / Kitchenette
- Towels provided,Linen provided
- High chair
- Iron and board
- TV
- Clothes dryer,Washing machine,Dishwasher
- Cooker,Freezer,Microwave,Fridge,Toaster
- Breakfast included
- Fan
- Games room
- Electric vehicle charge point
- Central heating
- Bath
- Wi-Fi available
- Hair dryer
- Log fire
- Kettle
The kitchen is fully equipped and includes dishwasher, large fridge-freezer, microwave, a radio/CD player and plenty of crockery, glasses etc. The comfortable dining area opens out through double-doors onto a large patio overlooking the village green; perfect for alfresco dining or a summer barbecue. The cosy lounge boasts a log-burning stove and comfortable seating to curl up on, as well as HD Digital TV (including Digital Radio channels), DVD player, CD player, plus games and puzzles to keep you entertained if you need them. The bedrooms are spacious, comprising one double room on the first floor (with a SuperKing size bed) and one twin/double room on the top floor. The twin beds can be linked to make a wonderfully wide double bed. The top room also contains a sofa that easily pulls out into guest bed providing ideal sleeping accommodation for children. The main bathroom (with a shower over the bath, hand basin, bidet and WC) is on the first floor. On the ground floor, there is a shower room with hand basin, WC, washing machine and drying facilities. Wifi is available throughout the cottage. Heating and electricity is included in the price. An initial supply of logs will be provided for the wood-burner in the cooler months. Further logs can be purchased locally. All linen, towels and a small welcome pack are provided.
- BBQ
- Parking
- private garden (not enclosed)
- Jacuzzi or hot tub
- Shared garden
- private garden (enclosed)
- Balcony or terrace
- Sea view
- Secure parking
- Detached Property
- Pool (communal)
- Pool (private)
Double doors from the dining area open onto a large patio overlooking the village green; perfect for alfresco dining. A supply of Instant BBQs is provided under the sink in the kitchen
Electric vehicle charge point
Pets welcome
3 x Dog(s), £0
Cat(s)
Horses
Restricted mobility
Wheelchair users
- 3 months
- 60 days
- 30 days
- 14 days
- 7 days
- 1 days
Firm Full refund for cancellations up to 30 days before check-in. If booked fewer than 30 days before check-in, full refund for cancellations made within 48 hours of booking and at least 14 days before check-in. After that, 50% refund up to 7 days before check-in. No refund after that. Show more
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+ MoreExford is situated pretty much in the centre of Exmoor offering great access to all that Exmoor has to offer. It is a small rural village based around a traditional village green with children play area, beside it sits the village shop (currently closed for refurbishment). Post ...office facilities are available at the tearooms on Friuday afternoons. Exford and the surrounding area is famous for its beautiful and unspoiled countryside making it ideal for hiking, biking, riding and fishing. Just 10 minutes from Exford is Alderman's Barrow, just one example of the opportunity to explore an incredible Bronze age Landscape, with it’s mysterious stone settings, barrow and hut circle. A footpath runs from Alderman's Barrow to Larkbarrow which is the ruins of an isolated farm that was used for firing practice during World War II. This area is described by Exmoor National Park as being surrounded by miles of open, rolling grass moorland, and one of the best places to experience remoteness and tranquility on Exmoor. This is an excellent location from which (with luck!) to view the Red Deer - preferably in the evenings - and to listen to the "boving" of the stags in the Rutting Season (late September and October). Alternatively, you may decide to walk along the footpath and tracks through the tranquil water meadows and woodland along the River Exe towards Winsford. Access is via the car park opposite the Crown Hotel and it is a little over 4 miles to Winsford. However, think about how to get back before you set off unless you are committing to a 10 mile walk!
Exmoor is renowned for its excellent choice of restaurants, pub-grub and cafes. In Exford there are two inns - both of which serve excellent food - within 100 yards of Chapel Cottage. Further afield, there are excellent restaurants including Tarr Farm Restaurant at Tarr Steps, Woods in Dulverton and the Michelin Star Masons Arms at Knowstone. Files in the cottage provide the owners' and guests' guidance on Where to Eat.
Whether you want an active holiday or a peaceful one, Exmoor has the answer. And with Chapel Cottage as your base in the very heart of Exmoor National Park, nothing is very far away... On your doorstep: The River Exe runs past the popular White Horse Inn, just three doors down from Chapel Cottage, and the Crown Hotel is equidistant in the other direction. Between the two, you will find a well-stocked shop, Post Office, a service station and the village green with children's play area. Exford, in the centre of Exmoor, is the perfect base for a holiday walking, riding or cycling over the moors. Exmoor Safari, a guided Landrover tour of the moors and wildlife, departs from the White Horse Inn. Within rambling distance (5 miles): There are over 700 miles of paths and bridleways, over rugged moorland or alongside babbling brooks, and many stunning walks pass through Exford. For instance, there is a path north from the village to Exford Common and on to Dunkery Beacon, the highest point on Exmoor, with outstanding views over 7 counties. Many more walks are detailed in the cottage. The largest herd of wild red deer in England and Exmoor's unique wild ponies roam the moors just above and around Exford as they have done since the time of the Domesday Book. Exmoor ponies are rarer than the giant panda - but much easier to see! Guided walks with a National Park Ranger take place throughout the summer. Within riding distance (8 miles): Watch the stags gather at dusk in the fields opposite Cloutsham Gate, or explore the medieval clapper bridge at Tarr Steps, Dulverton. Hire a horse locally or bring your own, to experience the countryside from a different perspective. Phil and Heather Roberts (01642 831117) offer escorted rides in the heart of Exmoor. Within cycling distance (up to 15 miles): The medieval village of Dunster used to be a port in the 16th Century, although the coast has now receded 2 miles away. The very pretty town is steeped in history, overlooked by the magnificent Dunster Castle. Explore unspoilt woodlands and moors or if the hills get too much, catch the West Somerset Steam Railway and be taken back in time...the views are spectacular. Or learn more about the local nature at Exmoor Falconry, where you can also try your hand at clay pigeon shooting. Within driving Distance (25 miles): Any number of splendid gardens, such as Heddon Hall, Castle Hill, Greencombe, Porlock Weir and Hestercombe, are just a short drive away. For the more active, try fishing, sailing or other water sports Wimbleball Lake, near Dulverton Exmoor has the highest coastal cliffs in England, and the route to the spectacular coastline takes you across the moors and down the stunning Porlock Hill - not for the faint-hearted! Or take a day trip to the captivating Lundy Island, famous for its puffins.
The Exmoor National Park is one of the most favoured destinations for walkers and walkers with dogs. The spectacular views, open countryside, accessibility to the moorland, the footpaths alongside the rivers and streams and the plentiful wildlife (Red Deer, Exmoor Ponies, Ravens, Buzzards and plenty more species) ensure that, in all seasons, you are guaranteed an enjoyable day out in the countryside regardless of the weather. There are excellent maps, leaflets and tourist brochures destinations in the cottage which will give you guidance and will enrich your stay with at Chapel Cottage. There are excellent beaches accessible at Saunton Sands, Woolacombe and Minehead and coastal walks along the spectacular North Somerset/North Devon coastline including Porlock Weir.
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