Gardener's Cottage
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About the home
Gardener's Cottage is a lovingly restored 300 year old farmhand's cottage. It is one of four self-catering cottages in this peaceful location. It offers cosy accommodation for up to 3 guests. The cosy sitting room has a comfy and armchair, flat screen TV and DVD, CD player and lots of guest information, books and games. The original slate-floored kitchen has french doors out to the private patio and a dining area overlooking the bird table and gardens. Upstairs the main double bedroom has an en-suite bathroom and the second small bedroom has a captain’s bed suitable for a child up to early teens. Outside, beyond the private patio, are the south-facing gardens and tennis court. There is also a private parking area. 200 metres away is our own mini nature reserve, a 6 acre meadow and 2 lakes, one for fishing. Children and pets are welcome.
This is a great location for families/groups who love the great outdoors. As well as our own facilities (mentioned above), the best of the South West’s beaches are within 10 miles. The coast path, running the entire way around the south west peninsula is within 7 miles and offers spectacular walking. The Tamar Lakes are 3 miles away with kayaking, wind surfing and bird watching. The Tarka Trail, an off-road cycle track, is 7 miles away. We can organise clay pigeon shooting and archery, all in the area.
The village of Bradworthy is less than half a mile away and has a pub (child and dog friendly) serving food everyday, a tea rooms and several shops. If you want a bit of spoiling, we offer a hearty cooked breakfast in the mornings by arrangement.
| Size: | Sleeps up to 3, 2 bedrooms |
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| Nearest beach: | Sandy Mouth (Bude), 16km |
| Will consider: | Long lets Short breaks |
| Access: | Car essential Nearest amenities: 1km |
| Family friendly? | Suitable for children of all ages Unsuitable for people with restricted mobility |
| Notes: | Pets welcome No smoking at this property |
Facilities
| Luxuries: | DVD player |
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| General: | Central heating, TV, CD player, Wi-fi available |
| Standard: | Kettle, Toaster, Iron |
| Utilities: | Cooker, Microwave, Fridge, Washing machine |
| Rooms: | 2 Bedrooms, 1 en suite |
| Furniture: | Single beds (1), Double beds (2), Cots (1), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 3 |
| Other: | Linen provided, please check with the advertiser regarding towels Highchair available |
| Outdoors: | Balcony / Terrace, Shared garden, BBQ, Shared tennis court on site, Private fishing lake / river |
| Access: | Parking space |
Further details indoors:
Gardener's Cottage is part of Lake House Cottages and B&B, one of the oldest buildings in the village of Bradworthy. In previous years it has been a pub and also one of the main farmhouses in the area. It is surrounded by rolling Devon countryside with flower-filled hedgerows. The village is small and friendly and guests are made very welcome at the local inn.
All four of our cottages have lots of information in them regarding the area and what is available. We have included lots of walk suggestions and maps too, plus games and books. Places to visit nearby include Exmoor and Dartmoor, Clovelly, Padstow, Tintagel, Port Isaac, Boscastle, Bude and Okehampton. There are castles and historic houses too, plus many gardens, some of national importance such as RHS Rosemoor. We specialise in walking holidays and can assist with transport to and from the coast path if required. There are also three quality adventure/animal parks nearby: Atlantis, the Milky Way and the Big Sheep.
Further details outdoors:
Lots of furniture available for guests outside to enjoy the south-facing gardens. There is also a BBQ for guest use and all the cottages have their own tennis racquets for the (hard) tennis court. In the nearby meadow there is a log cabin with tea and coffee making facilities. There is another BBQ here and lots more picnic tables, benches and deck chairs. It is an idyllic spot which is utterly peaceful. Fishing is available free of charge to guests in the lower lake.
Further details
All bed linens are supplied and towels for guests from abroad. There are no extra charges for dogs, fishing, or any of the other facilities available on site. Guests tell us we have thought of everything. The most important thing to us is that you have a great holiday!
Conditions
25% deposit required with booking and balance 6 weeks before the holiday.Your ancient cottage has a gentle, homely feeling.
The West Country / Devon region
Lake House Cottages and B&B are in North Devon, but lie just 3 miles from the Cornwall border. The whole of the North Devon/West Cornwall coast is an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty as well as a World Biosphere Reserve. The coastline is spectacular with high cliffs and blankets of wild flowers. There are rocky coves and long sandy beaches - great for surfing - as well as little fishing harbours and seaside towns to explore. There is one of the largest sand dune systems in Europe at Braunton and Northam Burrows. The South West Coast path is easily accessible and around 80 miles of it can be reached whilst holidaying with us. Inland the scenery is green and verdant with farm fields and flower-filled hedgerows around small hamlets and villages with ancient churches and friendly village inns. At night the sky is filled with stars as the area has almost no light pollution (there is even an observatory in the village). For a truly peaceful, rural retreat you cannot beat it.
For families there are lots of outdoor activities such as wind surfing, kayaking, archery, zorbing, swimming and cycling on the Tarka Trail, all close by. There are also three quality adventure/animal parks: the Milky Way, the Big Sheep and Atlantis, all within 12 miles. And there is always our 6 acre meadow in which to let off steam!
The Holsworthy / Bradworthy area
Bradworthy's carnival takes place on Bank Holiday Monday at the end of August. There is an arts festival in the Barnstaple area in June and St Peters Fair in Holsworthy in July. Live music can be seen in various local pubs including the Bradworthy Inn once a month or so.
The Tamar Lakes are 3 miles away. The upper lake has many water sports available as well as a cycle/walking path right around it. Lower Tamar Lake is a nature reserve with pleasant walks and a bird hide.
The Eden Project with its huge glass biomes can be reached in just over an hour. Other nearer gardens include RHS Rosemoor, Docton Mill and Marwood Hill. There are two National Trust properties within easy reach, Arlington Court and Lanhydrock. Exmoor, Bodmin Moor and Dartmoor can all be reached within a 1 hour drive and are great for exploring for adults and children alike. Tintagel Castle and Okehampton Castle are also great places to visit. Okehampton Castle lies close to another off-road cycle path, the Granite Trail.
How to get there
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| Nearest Travel Links | |
| Airport: | Exeter: 100 km |
| Railway: | Barnstaple: 40 km |
| Ferry: | Plymouth: 80 km |
If travelling from abroad then fly into Exeter, (distance to us 1 hour), Bristol (2 hours), Heathrow (3-4 hours) or Gatwick (4 hours). A car is essential in this very rural area, so collect a hire car from the airport. Alternatively, take the car ferry to Plymouth from Roscoff in France or Santander in Spain (distance from Plymouth 1.5 hours). If arriving from the continent on a ferry into Dover, or by the Channel Tunnel, it will take approximately 5 hours to drive to us.
For travelling from the UK, turn off the M5 at Junction 27. Follow this road all the way to Barnstaple and then Bideford. Turn off at Bideford and take the road through the town in the direction of Torrington. 1 mile after leaving Bideford take the turn off signposted Bradworthy (as well as a few other places). Follow this road for 12.5 miles and Lake House Cottages and B&B are on your left, exactly half a mile before reaching Bradworthy village square.
Activities near Holsworthy
Tennis in town
Watersports
Waterpark
Horse Riding
Golf within 30 mins drive
Fishing
Walking holidays
Rural / countryside retreats
Beach or lakeside relaxation
Cycling holidays
Reviews
 22 Apr 2013 |
Lesley and Pete have been the perfect hosts and we truly felt like guests and not just 'customers'. Their personal touches and attention to detail make such a difference and it is clear... more |
01 Dec 2012 |
Lovely setting, quiet and relaxing. Meadow/Field just up road with 2 small lakes. Great for dogs/kids to let off steam. |
12 Jul 2012 |
My wife and I spent three nights (the most time work could allow) in Gardeners Cottage along with our mad dog, Tori. We all loved it - and despite a rather "drab" July, wish we could have stayed longer. My wife's comment, "I could live here". Local amenities aren't bad - we found the village pub very welcoming to all three of us! The jewel was the lake field - didn't know Tori could swim so well (don't tell Peter) - and great for running madly around! Loved it! |
Rental prices
| Rental prices originally quoted in: British £ | Convert to: |
| Prices for group size 3 | ||||||
| Period | From | To | Weekly | Nightly rate | Minimum stay | |
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| Spring | 26 May 12 | 2 Jun 12 | £ 345 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Jubilee Week | 2 Jun 12 | 9 Jun 12 | £ 450 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Late Spring | 9 Jun 12 | 30 Jun 12 | £ 420 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Summer | 30 Jun 12 | 27 Jul 12 | £ 520 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer | 27 Jul 12 | 1 Sep 12 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Autumn | 1 Sep 12 | 29 Sep 12 | £ 390 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 29 Sep 12 | 3 Nov 12 | £ 320 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Late Autumn/Early Winter | 3 Nov 12 | 22 Dec 12 | £ 305 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 22 Dec 12 | 5 Jan 13 | £ 590 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Winter | 5 Jan 13 | 2 Mar 13 | £ 295 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Early Spring | 2 Mar 13 | 23 Mar 13 | £ 310 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Easter | 23 Mar 13 | 6 Apr 13 | £ 390 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Spring | 6 Apr 13 | 25 May 13 | £ 355 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Whitsun | 25 May 13 | 1 Jun 13 | £ 465 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Late Spring | 1 Jun 13 | 29 Jun 13 | £ 430 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Early Summer | 29 Jun 13 | 20 Jul 13 | £ 480 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Summer | 20 Jul 13 | 31 Aug 13 | £ 570 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Late Summer | 31 Aug 13 | 28 Sep 13 | £ 405 | - | - | 1 Week |
| Autumn | 28 Sep 13 | 2 Nov 13 | £ 330 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Early Winter | 2 Nov 13 | 21 Dec 13 | £ 295 | - | - | 3 Nights |
| Christmas/New Year | 21 Dec 13 | 4 Jan 14 | £ 570 | - | - | 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.
Our prices are all inclusive, there are no extras! So, they include all services (electricity, central heating in season), plus bed linen. Towels are included for foreign guests and for anyone who has forgotten their's! Dogs are welcome free of charge too, by arrangement. Fishing and tennis are included as well!
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