Log Cabins to RentWhat could make your holiday go with more of a swing than tennis courts and neighbours willing to make up a competitive four? Or else other kids to play with your kids, and let them enjoy themselves with no effort on your part? However works best for you there is no doubt that a tennis court helps to serve up an enjoyable holiday. The log cabins below won’t get you to Wimbledon, but at least it’s a start.
This property enjoys a beautiful countryside location on the owners' smallholding, on the outskirts of the village of North Curry in rural Somerset. The village itself has a warm and welcoming character and offers a pub, coffee shop, and a handy post office/village shop. For those who want to make the most of the countryside surroundings, there are miles of walks to be enjoyed directly from the property's front door, whilst those who want to explore further afield, will find the town of Taunton just eight miles away. Thanks to the property's location in the heart of Somerset, there is easy access to the coast both to the north and south of the property. To the north, the large beach at Weston Super Mare is within a fifty minute drive, whilst the stunning Jurassic coast is around an equal distance to the south. The first thing that guests will notice on entering this barn conversion property, is the stunning views which can be enjoyed from the large floor to ceiling windows in the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. Arranged so as to make the most of the beautiful sunsets and enjoy the warmth of the woodburner, the sofas in the lounge area look out over the countryside and also allow guests to sit back and relax in front of the TV (with Sky channels) and DVD. There is a Google home hub there to provide entertainment. One of these sofas is a sofa bed which can be used as an additional sleeping space for up to two children. The kitchen area, where guests will find everything they will need to make themselves at home, including an oven, hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, coffee machine, washing machine, and tumble dryer. The bedroom is located off the main living area, and offers a king size bed and its own TV, perfect for enjoying relaxing lie ins or late night movies. The bathroom, located next to the bedroom, offers the best of both worlds with a bath, separate shower, and WC. Outside, the property benefits from its own enclosed garden which is accessed via patio doors from the lounge area. Enjoy the fabulous hot tub with incredible countryside views (please arrange with owner before arrival). There is outdoor furniture here, as well as a BBQ making it ideal for enjoying alfresco dining. Guests also have access to the owners' tennis courts by prior arrangement. There is plentiful off road parking available.
Situated in the heart of Dorset s beautiful landscape of rolling hills and open farmland affording wonderful walking, there are a network of footpaths directly from the property. The area offers a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and a coastline which has world heritage status. The pretty market town of Shaftesbury, which itself is home to Gold Hill, known to many as Hovis Hill as it was used in the 70 s television adverts for Hovis bread, is 5 minutes away. The popular seaside resorts of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth are worth a visit. Other attractions include Hayes Motor Museum, Longleat House and Safari Park, the beautiful gardens at Stourhead House, Salisbury Cathedral, Yeovilton Air Arm Museum and Monkey World. There is a Vineyard within walking distance from the property which offer lunch and evening meals, sweet treats and offers tours around the beautiful Vinyard. Entering the property from the private terrace you are met by the charming galley kitchen, which leads to the beautiful open plan lounge/diner with oak flooring and exposed beams. Here you can cosy up in front the wood burner and watch the Smart TV or your favourite DVD. The lounge/diner leads to the well equipped kitchen with an electric oven and hob, Lavassa coffee machine, microwave, fridge with ice compartment, washing machine and door to the private terrace. There is also an separate WC conveniently located on this floor too. Heading upstairs you will find a king size bedroom with TV and en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC. This beautiful king size bedroom has character features including exposed stonework and beams, it also boasts countryside views from the large dormer window which can be enjoyed with a morning coffee on the cosy sofa. Venturing outside you will find a private terrace directly outside the kitchen door, perfect for outside dining with garden furniture and a BBQ and a beautiful wood fired hot tub for two. There are large shared gardens all enjoying the fabulous countryside views. Have fun in the shared open sided games barn with table tennis and table football. Ample off road parking is available in the gravelled parking area.
Situated in the heart of Dorset s beautiful landscape of rolling hills and open farmland affording wonderful walking, there are a network of footpaths directly from the property. The area offers a wealth of pretty villages, sandy beaches and a coastline which has world heritage status. The pretty market town of Shaftesbury, which itself is home to Gold Hill, known to many as Hovis Hill as it was used in the 70 s television adverts for Hovis bread, is 5 minutes away. The popular seaside resorts of Poole, Bournemouth and Weymouth are worth a visit. Other attractions include Hayes Motor Museum, Longleat House and Safari Park, the beautiful gardens at Stourhead House, Salisbury Cathedral, Yeovilton Air Arm Museum and Monkey World. There is a Vineyard within walking distance from the property which offer lunch and evening meals, sweet treats and offers tours around the beautiful Vinyard. Entering the property from the private terrace you are met by the charming galley kitchen, which leads to the beautiful open plan lounge/diner with oak flooring and exposed beams. Here you can cosy up in front the wood burner and watch the Smart TV or your favourite DVD.The lounge/diner leads to the well equipped galley kitchen with an electric oven and hob, Lavassa coffee machine, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and door to the private terrace. There is also a wet room with shower and WC, conveniently located on this floor too. Heading upstairs you will find two bedrooms, a king size bedroom with dormer window, TV and a twin zip and link (which can be made into a super king size on request) with TV. There is also an additional bunk bedroom with TV which can be prepared for a small extra cost at time of booking. These beautiful bedrooms all boast countryside views and character features including exposed stonework and beams. There is also a bathroom on this floor with a bath, separate shower and WC. Venturing outside you will find a private terrace directly outside the kitchen door, perfect for outside dining with garden furniture and a BBQ and a wood fired hot tub. There are large shared gardens all enjoying the fabulous countryside views. Have fun in the shared open sided games barn with table tennis and table football. Ample off road parking is available in the gravelled parking area.
Perfectly situated in the Blackdown Hills and East Devon Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty there is much to see and explore including steep ridges, valleys, picturesque villages, ancient features and historic houses. The stunning cathedral city of Exeter half an hour away by car, boasts an array of shops, bars, restaurants, cinemas and theatre, and the pretty market town of Honiton is even closer and is a mecca for antique hunters. The ever popular and world renowned Jurassic Coast and the delightful seaside resorts of Lyme Regis, Seaton, Sidmouth and Exmouth are also within driving distance as well as Beer, Branscombe and Budleigh Salterton. Other attractions and places of interest include Crealy Adventure Park, Escot Gardens and numerous National Trust properties and gardens. Stepping in to the property via the French doors you are immediately greeted by a lovely homely lounge/kitchen/diner where sofas sit in front of a Smart TV/DVD and cosy wood burner. The kitchen area is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer and dishwasher. There is also a twin bedroom and shower room with WC, on the ground floor. Heading up the stairs and on to the first floor the rest of the bedrooms can be found, and here there are two king size bedrooms, one with a TV, and a further twin bedroom. A bathroom with hand held shower over bath and WC, and additional WC, complete the offering on this floor. Venturing outside, an enclosed patio area is located at the front and side of the property and boasts a hot tub, garden furniture and charcoal BBQ. Further to this there is access to a shared games room with table football, table tennis, pool table and selection of board games, and a shared utility room with two washing machines and a tumble dryer. Access is also available to 7 acres of a dog walking field. There is ample off road parking located on the driveway to the front of the property.
The small village of Mydroilyn is just a short drive from Aberaeron and New Quay with picturesque harbours, Georgian architecture, colourful houses, shops, galleries and eateries. The interesting university town of Lampeter is slightly further inland and offers a range of museums, galleries, shops and restaurants too. Why not experience the views by steam train, go on a boat trip dolphin spotting, walk the Dylan Thomas trail, join the Coastal Path or find the secluded sandy beaches. This is a perfect place to explore the very best of the culture, coast and countryside in Ceredigion. With lots to see and do, after a full day out you can return to relax in the hot tub. (Please check admittance for the various attractions). Arrive at the farm and continue straight ahead to this superb barn with all your creature comforts. Natural light floods into the open plan lounge/kitchen/diner with French doors opening out to the patio area. The lounge area is stylish with leather sofas and sheepskins and is perfect to relax in front of the Smart TV and coal effect electric fire. The kitchen area, with granite worksurfaces, is well equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, dishwasher and coffee machine. The dining table and chairs are perfectly positioned by the French doors, with views over the garden towards the open countryside, to enjoy a meal and plan your activities over dinner. You will also find a drinks fridge, chest freezer and washing machine in the separate shared utility room. Walk down the hallway and you will find two spacious bedrooms both with TV s, luxury bed linen and cosy robes for the hot tub. You can choose between the king size bedroom with en suite shower room and WC or the super king size zip and link (which can be made up as a twin on request). Take a leisurely shower in the separate shower room with shower and WC, that completes the accommodation. Heading outside, you can relax and sit back on the large paved patio area with your own private hot tub, table and chairs and views towards the countryside.You are welcome to use the large indoor covered swimming pool. Please note the swimming pool is not heated. There is also the shared tennis courts and undercover table tennis zone for you to enjoy. The barn is one of two properties on the owners working farm though privacy is assured. There is ample private parking at the property. Within the complex of the Clysedale Cottage is another property named the Welsh Cob Cottage, also available to book.
It s not far from some of East Anglia s most sought after locations and has direct links to London so you ll be spoilt for choice of where to go. Walkers, cyclists and birdwatchers are all well catered for in this area being within the countryside. If you want to explore the area s history, you can head to nearby Stowmarket s Museum of East Anglia or to Bury St. Edmunds and wander the Cathedral Abbey grounds. From here you will be within easy reach of Ipswich, Norwich, Colchester, Long Melford, Lavenham and Kersey. Travel down to the coast and soak up the sea air in Aldeburgh, Dunwich, Walberswick and Southwold. This property dates back to the 16th century and is a detached, Grade II listed barn, brimming with charm and character which you can see from the outside. Wander in and you will find the heart of the property is the first lounge, with impressive vaulted ceiling, wooden floors and French doors. Here there is also a wood burner in the large inglenook fireplace providing a warm welcome all year round, and plenty of space to relax on the comfortable sofas. Enjoy some competitive fun in the nearby games room with pool table, ideal for brushing up on those skills. The charming dining room with wooden floor and French doors provides an elegant space for a celebration dinner. Leading on to the country style kitchen with cream units and wooden worksurface, this is a great space for cooking up a hearty breakfast, well equipped with electric range oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, fridge/freezer and dishwasher, and there is plenty of seating for everyone to come together around the table and discuss the activities that lie ahead. Just off the kitchen is a handy utility room with washing machine and additional fridge/freezer along with a wine cooler. if needed. There are four bedrooms located on the ground floor, two doubles, one twin and one large room with three single beds and a triple bunk bed, with single over double, with en suite shower room and WC. There is also a bathroom with roll top bath, separate shower and WC and a further shower room with shower and WC. Head up the spiral staircase to first floor where you will find a double bedroom with en suite shower room and WC, leading to another bedroom with a king size and a single bed. There is a second staircase which also leads to the first floor, here you will find a galleried area with double bed and lastly there is a bedroom with a four poster double bed with en suite shower room and WC. Outside offers bags of space, two acres to be exact, there is a decked area with a hot tub, located beneath a canopy for all weather use and table tennis for some more competitive fun. There is also a lawn area and several outside seating areas with a BBQ and garden furniture. There are unfenced ponds to be aware of, children should not be left unaccompanied. Ample off road parking is available.
Peacefully located down its own private drive, this property sits within 220 acres of land. Perfectly positioned within a beautiful part of Cornwall, the spectacular North Cornish coast and moors are within easy reach, offering all year round activities from surfing, cycling, walking and golf to name a few. For a great day out, choose from one of the many popular attractions nearby, including The Eden Project, Newquay Zoo, Padstow, Polzeath and Launceston Steam Railway. Closer to home, guests are invited to make the most of the fantastic facilities on site, which include pony rides, meeting the alpacas, coarse fishing, tennis and even feeding the lambs. Inside, this beautifully converted stable block is cosy yet spacious and full of original charm. The lounge/kitchen/diner is open plan and features exposed beams and brickwork. In the traditional kitchen area, you will find a cooker, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, ceramic hob and use of a tumble dryer. Dine at the oak table before retreating to the lounge area to warm up beside the wood burner while watching the Smart TV and DVD. The spacious king size master bedroom is located upstairs together with a cosy twin bedroom with exposed beams overhead. Downstairs there is a further king size bedroom with additional single bed, perfect for a young child. The bedrooms share a family bathroom with separate shower. Step outside and you will find a large enclosed, shared garden with swings and a sandpit, a safe haven for children and dogs. Patio with seating area, bordered by pretty plants and trees, this is a serene and pleasant space in which to enjoy an al fresco meal at the picnic bench. 1 dog welcome between 1st September through until 26th May excluding peak Easter period. Additionally, guests with a dog will be subject to a 150 refundable security deposit payable on arrival.
A beautiful couples retreat in an idyllic village location perfect to relax, unwind and explore Snowdonia National Park, dramatic countryside, historic towns and pretty villages in North Wales. Nearby Bala boasts Wales's largest natural lake, narrow gauge railway, National White Water Centre and a range of restaurants and shops. Nearby Betws y Coed with historic bridges, waterfalls, river pools and hill top lakes, is also full of outdoor activity and craft shops, galleries and public houses. Enjoy walking, climbing, kayaking, sailing and fishing in breath taking scenery. Visit historic towns of Ruthin and Denbigh, have a day trip to Barmouth for fabulous beaches or take the challenges of GYG karting, Snowdonia's Cader Idris, Surf Snowdonia and the Zip World Caverns. This really is an all year round destination. The former stables, with full aspect window, is full of interesting objects, stylish features and stunning rural views. The open plan kitchen/diner is welcoming and cosy with the sofa to cuddle up on and watch TV or a DVD, sink into the armchair in front of the fire with a good book, or just admire the Welsh countryside. If you decide to eat in the well equipped kitchen area, with breakfast bar, it has all you need to prepare a meal from the electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer and dishwasher to all the thoughtful little extras creating a lovely space to cook in. Meander up the stairs to the luxurious double bed with freshly laundered linen, soft dressing gowns and towels. The stylish en suite has a large shower and separate WC. Up the private drive, past the owners home, the property nestles on the gravelled courtyard with superb countryside views. Across the courtyard, you can enjoy alfresco dining in the private patio area with table, chairs and charcoal BBQ with lovely views. There are also a number of shared spaces to sit and relax in the nine acres of grounds. Maybe picnic by the standing stones or at the top of the garden near the trees. If you are bringing your bike there is lockable storage and an outside tap with hose available. Plenty of outside space for your canoe or kayak. The shared, spacious, vaulted ceiling games barn is also accessible from the courtyard and offers a wide range of fun activities to enjoy, including Free View with large wall projection, darts, table tennis, slate bed pool table and high quality hi fi system. Ample private parking on site, within walking distance to the property. Please note that the path leading from the car park is quite steep. The owners have also wilded seven acres of the grounds to make a small sanctuary for wildlife with the creation of a large natural lake, new copses and wildflower meadows. Guests are welcome to walk around the lake but swimming and fishing are prohibited, but a wander through the wildflower meadow on a summer's evening is a real nature lovers treat.
Dartmoor National Park, Devon, South West of England
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This stunning converted barn, formally an out lying property of the Wood Estate, is positioned at the end of a private lane and stands proudly over looking the surrounding countryside. This property enjoys a quiet farmland location, surrounded by green fields, nearby open barns and benefits from lovely countryside walks direct from its front door, as well as rambles across nearby Dartmoor. Amenities can be found at the nearby villages of South Tawton and Sticklepath and a little further afield is the town of Okehampton. For a family day out visit Roadford Lake County Park, offering an activity centre and various water sports, or spend and afternoon at the Miniature Pony Centre near Moretonhampstead. Ideally placed between North and South Devon coastlines with sandy beaches and sheltered coves, making this a superb location for friends and family alike. Entering this stunning semi detached house, you are immediately greeted by the vast light and airy lounge/diner. This extremely comfortable space has a TV, stone fireplace with an open fire and pool table. From here, step up to the well equipped contemporary kitchen. This has, to one side a breakfast bar and table with double doors opening onto the patio and garden beyond. The kitchen with beautiful granite worktops has everything you might need to cook and entertain with two electric ovens and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, wine cooler and TV. Next door to the kitchen is a large boot room, great for when returning from outdoor activities and for drying coats, boots, wet suits and dogs. There is also a separate WC with utility area housing the washing machine. Off the lounge/diner is a large snug with TV/DVD with online apps iPlayer, Netflix, NOW TV etc, this forms a perfect movie room or children s den. Heading upstairs to the first floor from the lounge/diner to the gallery landing, you will find five light and airy bedrooms. Some bedrooms and bathrooms have low sloping ceilings with exposed oak beams, which is all part of the charm and character of this fabulous barn conversion. The stylish master king size bedroom has a large picture window looking out over the garden and beyond, it also boasts a freestanding bath, which is thoughtfully separated from the sleeping area by a low wall. In addition, it also has an en suite shower room and WC. There is also a double bedroom also with an en suite shower room and WC, and a twin bedroom. There is also a contemporary bathroom with hand held shower over bath, separate shower and WC. The fourth bedroom is a family room, with a double and 2 6 single bed with an additional single pull out bed, this room also has a door down to fifth bedroom, which can be locked. The final bedroom is a king size with additional sofa bed, that can accommodate one guest, and en suite shower room with shower and WC. The final bedroom also has a second staircase leading down to the snug. Venturing outside there is a large enclosed sloping terrace, a lawn area and patio with outside seating for everyone. For those that enjoy a spot of al fresco dining there is a brick BBQ. To the front of the property there is a further lawn area and additional seating. Across the driveway is access to an open fronted barn with table tennis and storage for bicycles and surfboards. The property also features off road parking for four cars.
Although set in a rural location you are just a short distance from the village of Ettington, well served with a village inn and traditional village store, also surrounded by many picturesque villages to include Halford and Alderminster. Ideally placed for a visit to Stratford upon Avon, with an exciting all year round events calendar offering something for all. A little further south, the heart of the Cotswolds has many traditional villages and market towns to include Moreton in Marsh, Broadway and Stow on the Wold. This area is also well served by the National Trust with properties and gardens to include, Blenheim Palace, Ann Hathaway s cottage and gardens and Hidcote Manor and Gardens to name but a few. A warm welcome awaits you at the front door, step into the spacious hallway with WC offering the ideal place to leave your muddy boots behind. The barn is simply charming, the spacious lounge with painted stone walls, exposed beams and warming wood burner creates the perfect backdrop for an evening in planning the following days activities or watching a film on the TV/DVD. Across the hall, the kitchen/diner with views across the estate further enhances the charm and original features, the kitchen is well equipped with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. When the day is done climb the stairs to the bedrooms, you will find a double with en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC, a twin with en suite bathroom with shower over bath and WC and a single with garden views. French doors open onto the lawn from both the kitchen and lounge, secluded and quiet, there is plenty of space outside. The unfenced lawn has a garden table and chairs for eating out on warm days. For the energetic amongst you, there is a hard tennis court with rackets and balls provided. There is ample off road parking provided.
