Fernhill Cottage
About the home
Fernhill Cottage is situated in the idyllic village of Ponsworthy in the heart of Dartmoor, and offers a magnificent base to enjoy rural peace and tranquility. With exposed stonework and beams, the cottage retains its original character, whilst providing all essential modern comforts and conveniences.
Fernhill is ideally placed for walking, cycling, pony trekking and other moorland activities, and comes with a concierge service supplying local information, and organisation of a wide range of activities such as farm visits, llama walks, heritage sites, golf, abseiling and hot air ballooning. For lazy days, there is a piano in the sitting room, and plenty of books, games and DVDs to keep everyone entertained. Nearby Ashburton has a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, and Torquay, Exeter and Plymouth are all within easy driving distance.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 4, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Torquay, 30km |
| Will consider: | Corporate lets Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car advised Nearest amenities: 8km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Suitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | No pets allowed No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | Log fire, Internet access, DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron, Hair dryer |
| Utilities: | Clothes dryer, Dishwasher, Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Freezer, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 family bathroom |
| Furniture: | Single beds (2), Double beds (1), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4 |
| Other: | Please check with the advertiser regarding linen and towels Highchair available |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Upright piano in the sitting room
Choice of bedding: feather or non-feather pillows and duvets/sheets and blankets – please pre-order
Good selection of books/games/DVDs
Good selection of local information provided
Walk in wardrobe in the master bedroom
The master bedroom has a king size bed, the second bedroom has a set of bunk beds
Cot and high chair available by prior request
Further details outdoors:
Please note that Fernhill Cottage does not yet have a private garden.
Further details
Welcome pack provided on arrival
Concierge services included
Conditions
A non-refundable deposit of 30% of the total is required to secure your booking, the balance to be paid one month prior to arrival
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Enquire nowThe West Country / Devon region
Dartmoor National Park is the biggest and wildest area of open country in southern England. An area of outstanding natural beauty covering over 350 square miles, this breathtaking landscape is home to a huge variety of wildlife, and featured on television's 'Seven Natural Wonders' as the top natural wonder in the South West.
The entire area is rich in history and antiquities, hosting more ancient monuments and archaeological sites than anywhere else in Europe. Many traditional tales, folklore and ghost stories stem from this unique history.
The broader West Country is home to England's only natural UNESCO World Heritage Site: the Dorset and East Devon Coast, and Devon itself boasts two dramatic coastlines with many fantastic beaches for relaxation and water sports, complementing the mild climate of the area.
The Dartmoor / Ponsworthy area
Ponsworthy lies in the steep valley of the West Webburn river, about 2 miles from Widecombe-in-the-Moor, at the heart of Dartmoor National Park and with a small stream that flows across the road, that is often pictured in calenders and postcards. Fernhill Cottage is in the centre of the village.
Fernhill is the perfect base for family holidays or for friends to get together, allowing you to experience the wonders of Dartmoor through the many activities available nearby. Footpaths begin very close to the front door and lead all over the moor, and there are local opportunities for cycling, pony trekking, golf, fishing, climbing and lots more.
For something more leisurely, there are heritage sites and National Trust properties in the area, as well as farms and miniature pony sanctuaries. Across the moor, there are restaurants, pubs and cafés in which to sample the famous Devon cream tea, and a rich variety of shops selling local produce, arts and crafts.
Widecombe-in-the-Moor is best known for the annual Widecombe Fair, (held every September) immortalised by the folk song involving a grey mare and 'Old Uncle Tom Cobley and All'. The village is steeped in history and local legend, and has several gift shops (including a National Trust shop), and a couple of great pubs and cafés.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Exeter: 45 km |
| Railway: | Newton Abbot: 20 km |
| Ferry: | Plymouth: 45 km |
Contact the advertiser for further details on the best way to reach this property.
Activities near Dartmoor
Tennis in town
Watersports
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
![]() 13 Nov 2012 |
Tucked away in the small hamlet of Ponsworthy this is an idyllic location if you want to get away from it all. The cottage is immaculate in every way and has every kitchen device to hand. The wood burner is lovely and the atmosphere in the cottage is just so peaceful and relaxing. So clean throughout. Cant recommend it enough. |
![]() 14 May 2012 |
We have stayed at Fernhill Cottage on two occasions now - superb cottage to rent. It is really set up with comfort in mind for the guests! Great location. The cottage is equipped to a really high standard and it is really well managed - Rebecca and Team do an excellent job. Always responsive if you need their help or have questions. Can't wait to return! |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 4 | ||||||
| Period | From![]() | To![]() | Weekly![]() | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Period 1 | 9 May 13 | 24 May 13 | £ 600 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 2 | 24 May 13 | 9 Jun 13 | £ 750 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 3 | 9 Jun 13 | 7 Jul 13 | £ 600 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 4 | 7 Jul 13 | 1 Sep 13 | £ 750 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Period 5 | 1 Sep 13 | 29 Sep 13 | £ 600 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 6 | 29 Sep 13 | 27 Oct 13 | £ 450 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 7 | 27 Oct 13 | 3 Nov 13 | £ 810 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 8 | 3 Nov 13 | 15 Dec 13 | £ 450 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Period 9 | 15 Dec 13 | 3 Jan 14 | £ 750 | - | - | 1 Week |
The property's weekend rates apply to: Friday, Saturday and Sunday nights
NB: Prices may be subject to change at the advertiser's discretion.
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If payment is made by credit card a 2.25% surcharge will be added to all charges. If payment is made by debit card there is no surcharge.
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* Required fields Please check the following errors: | 4 years listed You are contacting The Manager, The West Webburn Estate
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