Long term lets (over 1 month) Short-breaks (4 days or less)
Changeover day:
Flexible
Access:
Car advised
Notes:
Sorry - no pets allowed Suitable for children Not suitable for elderly or infirm No smoking at this property Self-catering
Home description
Enjoy and relax in a lovely grade 2 listed cottage in the heart of the picturesque village of Sidbury. This cottage is comfortable,'homely' and full of character. The whole cottage is attractively decorated with an abundance of wood features throughout including beams and latched doors. A stable door leads from the lounge to the rear sheltered courtyard. The bijou syle/bespoke kitchen is well equipped and has a dining area with an excellent seating arrangement. From the lounge a 'cottage style ' staircase leads to a small landing with 'quaint ' window (far reaching countryside views) and doors leading to bedrooms and bathroom. Both bedrooms are spacious and characterful, the master bedroom having a dressing room or which also could be used as a cotroom/nursery! The bathroom has separate bath and shower and enjoys views of the devonshire countryside. Although this cottage is ideal for a peaceful relaxing holiday it is not 'off the beaten track' and is within easy reach of all amenities. The charming coastal resort of Sidmouth is only 2 miles distant,there are sandy beaches at Exmouth, and excellent shopping facilities at Exeter(12 miles), the capital of Devon. An ideal base for exploring East Devon an area of outstanding natural beauty. Sidbury itself is steeped in history (Saxon origins)and boasts one of only 6 known Saxon crypts in the country). The cottage is on an extremely good bus route to Exeter,Sidmouth and Honiton.
Plovers Cottage
Courtyard with log store at rear
View from bathroom window
lounge
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The West Country / Devon region
Devon has long been a favourite for holiday retreats in the U.K. Its places of interest are vast from beaches to the moors Exmoor and Dartmoor and all the tales that these places are linked with. Rolling Devon hills to sandy beaches the choices are wide.
Sidmouth / Sidbury area
Sidbury is a picturesque village with an abundance of thatched cottages. It is situated in the Sid valley and offers an ideal base for any type of holiday. Its origins are from Saxon times and it boasts a Saxon church complete with Saxon burial crypt (tours are available). It has a village pub, restaurant , butchers and village stores, (supermarket 5 minute drive). Sidbury has its own fair once a year in August/September. Sidbury is an ideal place to stay for the famous Sidmouth folk festival.
How to get there
FROM EXETER SERVICE AREA:.... 0.00 Start out at Exeter Service Area,Exeter Unclassified 0.00 0.32 At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Sidmouth Road Sidmouth Road 0.32 0.11 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Sidmouth Road - A376 (signposted Exmouth, Sidmouth) A376 0.43 0.51 At Sandygate roundabout take the 2nd exit onto the A3052 (signposted Sidmouth) A3052 0.94 0.17 Continue forward onto the A3052. Entering Clyst St Mary A3052 1.11 3.22 Nine Oaks, continue forward onto the A3052 (signposted Lyme Regis) A3052 4.33 1.38 Halfway House ("Halfway Inn") A3052 5.71 1.72 Continue forward onto Exeter Road - A3052. Entering Newton Poppleford A3052 7.43 0.42 At mini-roundabout continue forward onto High Street - A3052 A3052 7.86 2.62 Continue forward onto High Street - A3052. Entering Sidmouth A3052 10.48 1.03 Sidford Cross, at traffic signals turn left onto School Street - A3052 (signposted Honiton) A3052 11.51 0.02 At Sidford Cross turn left onto School Street - A375 (signposted Honiton) A375 11.53 0.96 Arrive at EX10 0RQ,Sidbury A375 12.49 - Section time 0:26, Total time 0:26 FROM HONITON 0.00 Start out at Honiton,Devon A35 0.00 0.18 At roundabout take the 1st exit onto Sidmouth Road - A375 (signposted Sidmouth) A375 0.18 0.47 At roundabout take the 2nd exit onto Sidmouth Road - A375 A375 0.65 3.02 descend (1 in 12) A375 3.67 1.75 Continue forward onto the A375. Entering Sidbury A375 5.42 0.66 Arrive at EX10 0RQ,Sidbury A375 6.08 - Section time 0:12, Total time 0:12
Nearest Travel Links
Airport:
Exeter: 17.5 km
Railway:
Honiton: 9.8 km
Ferry:
Plymouth: 92 km
Activities near Sidmouth
Sports: Tennis in town Watersports Horse Riding Golf within 30 mins drive Fishing
Great for: Walking holidays Rural / countryside retreats Beach or lakeside relaxation Cycling holidays
Facilities
Luxuries:
Internet access, DVD player
General:
Central heating, TV, CD player, Telephone, Wi-fi available
Double beds (2), Dining seating for 4, Lounge seating for 4, Sleeps maximum of 4
Other:
Linen and towels provided.
Outdoors:
Private garden
Access:
Parking space
Further details indoors: This cottage gives you all the comforts of a modern home whilst retaining character features such as inglenook, latch doors and beams. The bathroom is exceptionally spacious for this type of property with separate bath and shower. The whole cottage is attractively decorated.
Further details outdoors: There is asmall cottage courtyard garden to the rear of the property with thatched log store. Parking is on road.There is plenty of parking available in large layby opposite the cottage.
Conditions
Please no smoking in the house. Whilst the cottage would be suitable for babies or older children it is not really suitable for toddlers.
Rental rates
Rental prices originally quoted in: British £
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Nightly rate
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6th Jan. to 24thmay
19 Jan 08
24 May 08
325£325
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24th may to 31st may
24 May 08
30 May 08
275£275
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31st may to 12th july
2 Jun 08
12 Jul 08
325£325
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12th july to 6th septembe
12 Jul 08
6 Sep 08
550£550
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6th september to 20th dec
6 Sep 08
20 Dec 08
325£325
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20th december to 3rd janu
20 Dec 08
3 Jan 09
550£550
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1 Week
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NB: Prices may be subject to change at the owner's discretion.
Please phone or email me for details of payment.
£100 security deposit at time of booking please.Balance of tariff to be paid 4 weeks prior to holiday
Special monthly rates from September 2008
Guestbook
'lovely, homely cottage..lovely village with great walks' 'lovely cottage withexcellent facilities-we want to returnagain' 'charming little cottage,very homely and comfortable.' 'great great cottage...many thanks' 'lovely cottage,well equipped..stunning area..great walks..thanks'
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