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1613 Log Cabins with golf in the UK

Chasing a little white ball into a little white hole is popular all over the UK. But most log cabins are built in super scenery, so a local game of golf is a good bet for making the most of it. From a pitch and putt on site to a championship golf course nearby the log cabin locations below will make it easy for you to treat yourself to some golf time.

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Great Wood York Eco Lodges 4

Flaxton York, North Yorkshire, North of England

Great Wood York Eco Lodges From £390 Availability

Within the tranquil setting at Great Wood there are 4 fully equipped self catering lodges, the lodges overlook a lake and are surrounded by 20 acres of deciduous woodland.

The luxurious timber framed lodges have a galleried roof and wooden oak floors throughout. They have been built on eco friendly principles incorporating flax and recycled newspaper for insulation, plant oil based paints, water conservation and energy saving lighting. Douglas fir cladding has been used on the outside which has been protected with eco friendly paints so that, the lodges  blend into with the woodland environment. The lodges are for adults only (over 18 years).

The lodges are light and airy in the summer and warm and cosy in the winter.

Great Wood is close to the Howardian Hills an area of outstanding natural beauty, The North Yorkshire Moors National Park and the Yorkshire coast. Just a few of the attractions include Castle Howard, Yorkshire lavender, North Yorkshire Steam railway, market towns Malton and Pickering, coastal towns of Whitby, Scarborough, Filey and Bridlington. Less than an hour away, to the north of Whitby, Staithes, Sandsend, and picturesque Runswick Bay to the south of Whitby the traditional fishing village of Robin Hood’s Bay.

Heronmere 6

Horning, Norfolk, East of England

Heronmere From £542 Availability

Situated on the banks of the River Bure, Horning is a lovely village in the heart of the Norfolk Broads. Visitors might like hire a day boat to explore the miles of waterways or perhaps sit, relax and watch the boats go by - a perfect way to unwind. The Norfolk Coast with its miles of sandy beaches is within easy reach and the village of Horning is in a good location for fishing, bird-watching, sailing, golf and horse-riding. Children will love Bewilderwood on the outskirts of Wroxham, steam train rides from Wroxham to Aylsham and then there is the historic City of Norwich with its shopping and culture opportunities. The village has shops, tea rooms, pubs and restaurants.

Heronmere is a waterside lodge situated within an exclusive marina development, offering private mooring and exclusive fishing. It also boasts unrestricted free access to a heated indoor leisure pool. The lodge is maintained to a high standard and offers attractively furnished, well-equipped accommodation with river views. Shop/Pub: 0.5 miles

Ground Floor:
Bedroom 1
with a double bed and En-Suite Shower Room well appointed with shower cubicle, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 2 with twin beds and En-Suite Bathroom well appointed with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc
Bedroom 3 with twin beds
Bathroom with bath, over-bath mixer shower, washbasin and wc

First Floor:
Open Plan Room
with Sitting Area attractively furnished with comfortable seating, TV, DVD/video and CD hi-fi with doors leading to balcony overlooking the marina
Dining Area with dining table and chairs
Kitchen Area with electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer

Garden: Lawned to the side of the property leading to riverside frontage with decked area and table and chairs.
Parking: Private off-road for two cars.
Heating: G.F.C.H.
Pets: One well-behaved pet welcome, please ensure that it is kept out of the bedrooms and off the furniture at all times.
Also Provided: Towels, CDs, books and games.
Secial Offer: 25% discount in Band A for up to 3 people in two bedrooms, in three bedspaces, please state bed preference on booking.
Notes: Due to the proximity of the property to the water's edge, children should be supervised at all times. Please note that the owners' boat is moored at the property and they may require access to it during your stay.

Derwent Garden Estate 18

Cockermouth, Cumbria, North of England

Derwent Garden Estate From £4252 Availability

Derwent Garden Estate can sleep eighteen people, and has just been renovated to an exceptionally high standard. This dog-friendly luxury self catering accommodation is ideal for families, walkers or anyone wishing to visit this beautiful peaceful part of the National Park. Situated at the end of a mile long private drive with its own six acre private landscaped gardens, Derwent Estate allows guests to truly relax and enjoy the peace and tranquillity of the surroundings.

Derwent is a historic building, its gardens sit on the border of the Lake District National Park with a prime position on a south-facing hillside with a panoramic view of Skiddaw, Grassmoor and the Lorton and Buttermere Valleys.

While renting the Estate, guests have full reign of the staggering six acre gardens which were designed by international landscape and garden designer Thomas Mawson in 1910. They were featured in Cumbria Life magazine in 1998, and in Country Life in June 2000. The gardens are beutiful and very large with many vantage points that give guests different views of the Lake District and the River Derwent below.

There are two stone summerhouses where guests can enjoy an evening tipple overlooking the beautiful view. Right in the heart of the garden, there is a stone BBQ and outside dining area perfect for making the most of any good weather. *Please note the following changeover days: week-long bookings must begin on Fridays, 3-night short stay bookings must also begin on a Friday and 4-night bookings are only available during the week and must begin on a Monday.

Derwent Garden Estate is situated in an amazing position overlooking the mountains of the Western Lake District just two miles from Cockermouth and 20 minutes from the beautiful town of Keswick.

Cockermouth is a pretty market town with a wide, tree-lined and flower-decked main street, boutique shops and a large supermarket. There is an interesting museum, two art galleries, and a sports centre with climbing wall and indoor swimming pool. Cockermouth has a wide range of excellent restaurants and a list of the owner's favourites is included in the welcome pack.

The traditional pastimes of the Lake District are easily accessible at this quieter end of the National Park. The estate is a great place for walkers to stay with so many of the Western Wainwright fells within 15 minutes drive.

There are three golf courses within ten miles, including Silloth, which is consistently voted as one of the top 10 links courses in the country. There is also some of the best fishing in England on the river Derwent.

Derwent Garden Estate is just a few miles from popular walking destinations like the Northern Wainwright Mountains, Crummock water, Buttemere and Loweswater Lakes and a five minute drive from the market town of Cockermouth. 

Meadow Manor 15

Mundesley, Norfolk, East of England

Meadow Manor From £3763 Availability

Meadow Manor is a beautiful Manor House with parts dating back to the 16th century. The house has a stunning cliff top position overlooking the sea in the delightful village of Mundesley. Meadow Manor provides the ideal self catering seaside retreat. The house sleeps fifteen and features stunning sea views, making it ideal for family holidays, relaxing weekends, reunions, hen weekends and special birthdays set in a quiet and tranquil Norfolk village. Superbly located just a 5 minute walk from the heart of the village and 100 metres from the beach, it provides the ideal base to discover North Norfolk. The house is perfectly suited as both a winter retreat, with log fires, country walks, and local pubs, as well as a summer holiday home, with beach life, BBQs, and summer fetes.

The house is perfectly situated to discover the stunning North Norfolk coast line including Cromer, Sheringham, Cley, Blakeney, Wells, Burnham Market, Burnham Overy Staithe, and Brancaster. It is also ideal for exploring inland to discover the market towns of Holt, Fakenham, Aylsham, North Walsham. A path through the wood leads directly to the beach path 100 yards away. Mundesley is a small, largely undiscovered, pretty Victorian seaside village located on the North Norfolk coast. It has an award winning beach, excellent village facilities and beautiful surrounding countryside for summer and winter walks. The house is just a 1 minute walk from the beach and 5 minutes walk from the pretty village centre. The village has everything needed: a good butcher, wet fish stand, general store, vegetable shop, chemist, excellent chip shop, art gallery and numerous pubs all within walking distance. Things to do
- Discover Mundesley
- Traditional Broads Sailing
- Seal Trips
- Sailing at Morston
- Historic Houses
- Antiques and restaurants
- Norfolk Wildlife Trust
- Golf at Mundesley Golf Club, Royal Cromer Golf Club, Links Country Park Hotel and Golf Club Restaurants
- Saracen's Head Gastro Pub
- Walpole Arms Gastro Pub
- Morston Hall
- Byfords Holt
- The Victoria
- White Horse Blakeney Recommended Local Pubs
- Royal Hotel
- Vernon Arms: a favourite with good food, a log fire and a pool table

Bluebell Lodge 2

Callow Hill, Worcestershire, Heart of England

Bluebell Lodge From £535 Availability

FORESTVIEW RETREAT

WINNERS OF DESTINATION WORCESTERSHIRE SELF CATERING OF THE YEAR 2011 AND WEDDING RETREAT OF THE YEAR 2011

 

Situated in the heart of north Worcestershire amid stunning rural countryside, Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins provide a perfect romantic getaway for couples wishing to relax in tranquil surroundings, with complimentary sparkling wine and chocolates presented on arrival.

The striking self-catering log cabins offer four-star accommodation and have been honoured with a gold award from Visit Britain and are Winners of Destination Worcester Welcome Awards Self catering of the Year 2011 and Wedding Retreat of the Year 2011. Exclusively for adults, Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins cater for up to two individuals in Bluebell Lodge, and up to four in Bramble Lodge. The lavish solid wood cabins boast modern décor with fully fitted kitchens and an open-plan lounge/diner -  Jacuzzi baths found in both properties provide an opportunity for ultimate indulgence,  and your stay couldn’t be better catered for with everything except food and personal toiletries supplied for your convenience. The balcony and patio provide a lovely spot for deer and bird watching and taking in the panoramic and breathtaking scenery, with a barbecue and fire pit for an idyllic romantic evening. New for 2012 is a Hot Tub for  guests use situated in a lovely gazebo with views over the forest.

The surrounding farmland leads directly into theWyreForestfor exploration by walking, biking or horse riding (DIY stabling/grazing available), whilst numerous fishing pools, Golf courses give even more choice of activities. The Georgian town ofBewdley, Severn Valley Railway,WestMidlandSafari Parkand Go Ape Activity Centre are all nearby, and within walking distance there are several award winning restaurants and a local shop for your convenience. 

Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins operate their own environmental policy to ensure the preservation of the picturesque countryside and have built a wildlife pond which feeds from collected rainwater.

Bramble Lodge 4

Callow Hill, Worcestershire, Heart of England

Bramble Lodge From £625 Availability

FORESTVIEW RETREAT

WINNERS OF DESTINATION WORCESTERSHIRE SELF CATERING OF THE YEAR 2011 AND WEDDING RETREAT OF THE YEAR 2011

 

Situated in the heart of north Worcestershire amid stunning rural countryside, Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins provide a perfect romantic getaway for couples wishing to relax in tranquil surroundings, with complimentary sparkling wine and chocolates presented on arrival.

The striking self-catering log cabins offer four-star accommodation and have been honoured with a gold award from Visit Britain and are Winners of Destination Worcester Welcome Awards Self catering of the Year 2011 and Wedding Retreat of the Year 2011. Exclusively for adults, Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins cater for up to two individuals in Bluebell Lodge, and up to four in Bramble Lodge. The lavish solid wood cabins boast modern décor with fully fitted kitchens and an open-plan lounge/diner -  Jacuzzi baths found in both properties provide an opportunity for ultimate indulgence,  and your stay couldn’t be better catered for with everything except food and personal toiletries supplied for your convenience. The balcony and patio provide a lovely spot for deer and bird watching and taking in the panoramic and breathtaking scenery, with a barbecue and fire pit for an idyllic romantic evening. New for 2012 is a Hot Tub for  guests use situated in a lovely gazebo with views over the forest.

The surrounding farmland leads directly into theWyreForestfor exploration by walking, biking or horse riding (DIY stabling/grazing available), whilst numerous fishing pools, Golf courses give even more choice of activities. The Georgian town ofBewdley, Severn Valley Railway,WestMidlandSafari Parkand Go Ape Activity Centre are all nearby, and within walking distance there are several award winning restaurants and a local shop for your convenience. 

Forest View Retreat Holiday Log Cabins operate their own environmental policy to ensure the preservation of the picturesque countryside and have built a wildlife pond which feeds from collected rainwater.

Cackle Hill Lodge 5

Biddenden, Kent, South of England

Cackle Hill Lodge From £297 Availability

Cackle Hill Lakes are located just outside the pretty village of Biddenden on the road to Headcorn.  Three well stocked lakes surrounded by willows and bullrushes and adorned with lily pads offer marvellous fishing opportunities for all levels of skill and interest.  Cackle Hill Lodge is set in the grounds but with its own fenced garden and parking space, perfectly placed for both fishing and golf with a Nick Faldo designed golf course just over the road.  Biddenden boasts a Michelin starred restaurant as well as a traditional tea shop and a popular pub, while Headcorn has a good selection of shops and a station with trains to London, Canterbury and the coast.  Shop: 1 mile  Pub:  1 mile Coast:  20 miles
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Ground Floor:
Living/Kitchen Room
  wooden floor is attractive and practical, lovely corner leather sofa, round table and chairs, wall mounted TV with built in DVD.  The Kitchen area is fitted with electric oven, hob and extractor hood, fridge with ice box, microwave, washing machine, slimline dishwasher and has an extensive range of crockery, cutlery and kitchen equipment
Bedroom 1 has double bed, bedside tables, wardrobe and leather sofa bed
Bedroom 2 has twin beds, bedside tables and wardrobe
Bathroom with P shaped bath and over-bath shower, chest of drawers, washbasin and w.c
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Garden:  Large, fenced and shingled with paved area for garden furniture and barbecue.  Useful attached storage room contains tumble dryer and space sufficient for fishing tackle, bicycles, golf clubs etc.
Parking: Plenty of space adjacent to lodge approached through double gates.
Heating: Oil central heating.
Notes: Please arrange fishing direct with the owners.

 

 

Inglethorpe Hall 20

King's Lynn, Norfolk, East of England

Inglethorpe Hall From £4687 Availability

It is little wonder that the magnificent Grade II listed Inglethorpe Hall has won prestigious awards including Norfolk Wedding Venue of the Year. This accolade in the Prestige Awards 2021 is due to the hall’s fabulous reception spaces, a delightful terrace and the wide, sweeping lawns and rolling parkland that surround this gorgeous property. The grounds are a photographer’s and a holidaymaker’s dream. Inglethorpe Hall, built in 1745, is set in thirty acres in Ingoldisthorpe on the boundary of the Royal Estate of Sandringham. It is a location perfect for birdwatchers, lovers of vast sandy beaches and huge skies, golfers, foodies, sailors, cyclists, walkers and families. With nine bedrooms sleeping up to twenty guests, Inglethorpe Hall is perfect for special events, special occasions, family get togethers, yoga and art retreats and corporate events. This fabulous location is within easy reach of the sensational sands of Holme next-the-Sea, Brancaster, Holkham and Wells next-the-Sea, superb nature and wildlife reserves, historical houses including Royal Sandringham and Houghton Hall, the National Trust’s Blicking Estate, Felbrigg Hall and Oxburgh Hall, the charming market towns of Burnham Market and Holt and the most fabulous selection of fine dining restaurants and gastropubs. Wildlife lovers are in for a treat with RSPB Snettisham, RSPB Titchwell, the Holme National Wildlife Trust, Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park and Blakeney National Nature Reserve all quite close by. Inglethorpe Hall has been beautifully renovated whilst maintaining its historic charm and fabulous nods from the past. Some of the nine bedrooms enjoy original four-poster beds and throughout the house you will discover fabulous period features including huge fireplaces, enormous sash windows, attractive cornicing and plaster finishes and beautiful floors. The entertaining spaces are just brilliant with two spacious inter-connecting sitting rooms, a television and games room, a snug, a large social kitchen and breakfast room and a separate formal dining room. Fabulous wallpapers and colour palettes have been chosen to make the rooms look amazing whilst creating a feeling of ‘home away from home’. You will feel immensely welcome and comfortable while enjoying these grand spaces. The attention to detail is amazing and it will take you all week to take everything in. Inglethorpe Hall is the perfect venue for small, intimate weddings with its two beautiful reception rooms and stone steps leading to a generous terrace and rolling parkland. The reception rooms are drowned in natural light and offer fireplaces alongside sumptuous furnishings to create a cosy, warm atmosphere. Alongside vintage furniture, you will sink into modern sofas, all adorned with attractive scatter cushions. The artwork is traditional and totally in keeping with this beautiful house. The characterful dining room enjoys two large tables, atmospheric beams and elegant decor for a wedding meal or group dining. The country kitchen is very sizeable with everything you need to prepare hearty and delicious meals. The house also boasts a large pantry for all of your supplies. The television and games room offers several games tables including table tennis, pool and table football. There is an excellent selection of films and a very large television. It is a very popular room for young ones after a day on the beach. The snug is the ideal space to disappear to with the Sunday newspapers and a cup of tea. The hallways are all beautifully presented with antique furniture and paintings. The bedrooms are all on the upper floor, five of them enjoying ensuite bathrooms and the remaining north wing rooms sharing a family bathroom. There are three masters, one at each end of the house and the other enjoying a central position. Each bedroom offers its own lavish styling, four with four poster beds, others with kingsize beds or twin beds and one with bunk beds. One of the larger bedrooms enjoys a day bed with a pull-out mattress underneath that can be used for two children. Some of the rooms boast fireplaces adding to their character and they all enjoy vintage furnishings and rugs. They are utterly charming, boasting fabulous colour palettes, attractive floral wallpapers and many handpicked touches. You feel that this is a much loved house. The rooms offer large sash windows which not only keep them bright airy, guests enjoy beautiful views of the gardens and parkland. The bathrooms have all been beautifully revamped and are presented with style and luxury. There are a mix of corner baths, walk-in showers and freestanding baths. You will feel pampered for sure. The grounds of Inglethorpe Hall are a total delight with tall, proud trees offering shade, a large terrace beautifully furnished for alfresco dining and drinks and acres of lush lawn and parklands. The Cedar of Lebanon tree at the front of the house is believed to be over five hundred years old. Inglethorpe Hall is the perfect place to get together in large groups, to enjoy countryside tranquility, to enjoy breathtaking views over to the coast and to celebrate. You will leave with magical memories of this grand old house and its many qualities. *The three booking options available at Inglethorpe Hall are: 3 night weekend stay, a 4 night midweek, or a whole week. Changeover days are Monday and Friday. 1 and 2 night bookings are available, but are priced at the same rate as 3 night bookings. *Although Inglethorpe Hall is listed as having 9 bedrooms, sleeping up to a maximum of 20 people, there are 3 additional cottages (sleeping up to an additional 14 people) located within the grounds that can be rented at an additional cost. Please ask our concierge team for additional information regarding prices for the additional cottages. 

Inglethorpe Hall enjoys a fabulous countryside location in Ingoldisthorpe on the boundary of the Royal Estate of Sandringham in North Norfolk. It is a fabulous area close to phenomenal sandy beaches, prestigious golf courses and famous historic houses including Sandringham.

Just around the corner is Snettisham, popular for RSPB Snettisham which is only a five minute drive from the house. Here you will see waders, wildfowl and, between August and January, you will see tens of thousands of birds leaving the mudflats and landing in the Snettisham hides. You will experience spectacular aerial displays and watch huge numbers of pink-footed geese fly over from Iceland. The estate is also home to resident barn owls and that soft hooting is joyful. Just a short drive away on the coast is RSPC Titchwell, another popular spot for birdwatchers. Pensthorpe Waterfowl Park is very popular with families.

Golfers can enjoy rounds at Heacham Manor Golf Club, Fakenham Golf, Searles Golf Club, Hunstanton Golf, Royal Cromer Golf and Kings Lynn Golf Club. Not only do most of the courses enjoy beautifully manicured greens nestled in a landscape of dunes, they also come with stunning sea views.

The area is also excellent for sailing. Coastal Exploration Company offers a variety of options for day and half-day trips and sailing lessons. One of the most popular boat trips is from Morston to see the seals at Blakeney. There are plenty more boat trips, one being from Hunstanton which is very close to Inglethorpe Hall.

There are many wonderful beaches within easy reach of the house. Old Hunstanton is just ten minutes away with its gorgeous dunes, soft sand, big skies and a sea full of wind and kitesurfers. At one end of the beach you will find the lighthouse and, tucked in the dunes, are some colourful beach huts. The beach continues into Hunstanton where you can enjoy the family amusement arcades, shops and cafes. In the opposite direction, the blissful Holme next-the-Sea Beach is just stunning. The dunes, wildflowers and the boardwalk are wonderful. It is never very busy here, even in the August. It is popular with horse riders and dogs for its huge expanses of sand. Just along from Holme is Brancaster, a designated area of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The most famous of the North Norfolk beaches is Holkham Bay. The beach is one of the most unspoilt and beautiful stretches of sand in the country. With a glorious semi-circle basin filling to form a spectacular shallow lagoon at high tides, this beach is famous for the closing scene in Gwyneth Paltrow’s ‘Shakespeare in Love’. You can walk from Holkham to Wells, a beautiful walk past dunes, colourful beach huts and plenty of small rivulets and streams.

The Holkham Estate is huge at 25000 acres. Holkham Hall is rich in history, architecture and wildlife. The seat of the Earl of Leicester, this elegant 18th century mansion is still a much loved, lived-in family home which visitors can also enjoy. There are 6 acres of walled garden, originally laid out by Samuel Wyatt in the late 1700’s. Visitors enjoy the walking and cycling paths, the lakes, watching the deer, the tree top high ropes course with its swings, bridges and ziplines, rowing boats, canoes and kayaks on the lake and the woodland play area. It is an outstanding family excursion.

If you enjoy a potter around the shops, Burnham Market and Holt are perfect. Brimming with unique independent shops, welcoming gastropubs such as the Hoste, cute delis, cafes and galleries, all around a delightful village green, Burnham Market is incredibly popular. The August arts and crafts fair is fabulous with craft stalls, pop up eateries, puppet shows, alfresco dining and a very jolly atmosphere. Holt is another Norfolk gem, again with wonderful art galleries, eateries and charm. Drove Orchards between Holme next-the-Sea and Brancaster is another shoppers paradise with some gorgeous shops, Gurneys fish shop, an excellent garden shop and the famous Eric’s fish and chips and pizza restaurants. Just a little further comes the outstanding Thornham Deli.

North Norfolk is wonderful for hiking and cycling. The woods at Sandringham are wonderful with a selection of different trails. Sandringham, the much-loved country retreat of Her Majesty the Queen, has been the private home of four generations of British Monarchs since 1862. You can pay to visit the beautiful Sandringham Gardens and Sandringham House. You can also visit St Mary Magdalene Church where you see the royal family on many Christmas mornings, the children’s playground and the parkland.

Amberstone Manor 18

Chulmleigh, Devon, South West of England

Amberstone Manor From £9450 Availability

This is a 19th Century country house, situated in the unspoiled Devon countryside, nestled between Exmoor and Dartmoor. The Amberstone Manor, set in 5 acres of landscaped gardens and 20 acres of river meadows, has been totally refurbished and offers nine beautifully-appointed bedrooms all with en-suite bathrooms. It sleeps up to eighteen adults and is able to provide additional accommodation for children or staff on request. The house is in two parts. The main part has a ground floor with two very large reception and dining areas and a lounging TV room to relax in. There is also a large farmhouse style kitchen with ancilliary rooms and the dining room that seats eighteen. All have large windows, mostly double aspect, allowing in the south facing sun and light. The two floors above contain seven bedrooms, each with en-suite facilities. The courtyard is home to a further two additional bedrooms, the studio and the cobbled room. Additionally the courtyard contains a large spectacular room (11m x 6m) that can be used for functions, conferences, dance, yoga and table tennis. The adjoining room is a huge but restful snooker room (full size table), library and flat screen TV. The house sits comfortably in five acres of gardens and pastures with uninterrupted views across a valley of woods and river towards distant Dartmoor. Immediately around the house are formal gardens that were laid out in Victorian times. To the west is a private sunken salt water swimming pool set amongst tropical plants, while on a lower terrace is a tennis court of green artificial grass surrounded by a hundred Rhododendron bushes. The south facing terraces are built from fossilised limestone from Malta, but underneath is a very English Victorian garden grotto. A lawn for croquet, an orchard for apples, a vegetable garden for fresh produce all add up to the quintessential English country garden. Facilities include an outdoor heated (heated by solar panels) salt water pool(The swimming pool is open from the 1st May through to the end of September),infra red sauna, yoga and dance room, TVs and DVDs in most of the rooms, grass tennis court, snooker room, croquet lawn and extensive gardens. Wi-fi is available throughout. There is a full meet and greet service with the house.  The owner will show you around and show you how everything works to make sure you are happy before you are left to enjoy your holiday! Amberstone Manor is the perfect place for house parties, celebrations, family get-togethers, or a relaxing retreat. We love it here so much that we chose Amberstone as the venue for one of our spectacular blogger retreats, offering a taste of the unique Oliver's Travels holiday experience.

Check out this round up from the Luxury Columnist. ***Please note that 3 night weekend stays must start on a Friday. ***For July and August, the maximum stay is 6 nights, arriving on a Friday and departing on a Thursday (no 7 night stays are possible during this period, due to the time it takes to prepare the house for Friday arrivals). For these 6 night stays, the check in time will be 5pm on the Friday, and the check out time will be 11am on the Thursday.***

The house is located at the edge the village of Chulmleigh in the heart of North Devon. North Devon boasts astonishing scenery with countless surfing beaches and rugged landscape boarding Dartmoor. It is the ideal location for adventure seeking enthusiast. Local Activities
A wide range of fabulous activities can be  recommended by the owners in the local area including Horse riding, Golf, Fishing, Clay pigeon shooting, Paint ball and Gliding | Microlight flying. The area has many great off – road footpaths through woods, meadows and the dramatic North coast beaches, one is a spectacular Unesco heritage site. Walking and Cycling
Take you pick form a wide selection of stunning local walks and hikes in the area.  Cycle from Dartmoor to the sea on old disused railway line known as “the tarka trail”.

Golf
An 18-hole short course in Chulmleigh, less than five minutes walk away.  Then advance to to the full-size course some ten minutes away at Highbullen Hotel Golf and Country Club.  Alternatively, visit the premier Atlantic Links course at Saunton Golf Club and play their East Course which is rated 60 in the world by Golf World Magazine.

Horse riding
Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks are the perfect places to visit for a horse lovers. Chulmleigh also has a local stables for horse riding lessons and hiring. explore the multitude of forestry tracks and bridleways, some through Eggesford Forest.

Fishing
There are many wonderful venues for fishing close by. The Little Dart is a ‘late running river’ so fish arrive later in the year.  The Taw is best for salmon in the spring and is good for sea trout from May onwards.  There are also several coarse fishing lakes in the area, including the popular Stafford Moore.  The Torridge and the River Mole, Catham Lakes and Huntacott Water are all close by.

Other Activities
Light aircraft, gliding and microlight flying sessions at Eaglescott Airfield, only 15 minutes away.  Clay pigeon and game shoots, including Trenchard, Colleton Manor and Clovelly.

Beach Retreat 15

Dymchurch, Kent, South of England

Beach Retreat From £3678 Availability

Beach Retreat offers the ‘perfect beach and summer holiday’ with guaranteed safe sunbathing 365 days a year!

The house has been newly refurbished to an exceptional standard with king size beds, Jacuzzi bath, marble fireplaces, cinema room, real sunlight room, "St Tropez" style living area with beach bar, full DJ and light effect setup, large gardens and direct access to the sandy beach.

Occupying the ground floor of this former hotel, the property has been refurbished to an exceptional standard to provide a stylish and spacious holiday retreat, nestled in a quiet location at the end of a private road, with a large lawned garden and direct access to the sandy beach.

The retreat is one of the first in the country, alongside The Wholistic Medical Centre in Harley Street and Grange St Pauls 5* Hotel, to have installed ‘Real Sunlight’s’ innovative health-giving sun simulators. The sun room is part of the St Tropez-style large living area and provides a multi-sensory tropical haven where guests can top up their tan and feel fabulous since it is beneficial against a whole host of health conditions such as SAD, stress, arthritis, disorders and more.

Whether it is enjoying playing celebrity chef with the six-hob range cooker, spinning the vinyl decks as a superstar DJ, or relaxing in front of a great movie in the authentic cinema room featuring velvet cinema seats and popcorn machine, guests will have a great time in this house! Afetr busy days spent on the beach, guests of Beach Retreat are guaranteed an excellent night's sleep in one of the boutique, individually-themed bedrooms. On the ground floor are two king-size double rooms, both boasting luxury en-suite bathrooms and a single room. On the first floor, is a further "time travellers" themed twin room, a second twin room boasting its very own swing and a "surfer-style" bunkbed room, each completed with en-suite bathrooms. Also on this level is a further "Venetian-style" double room which has private use of the family bathroom.

The garden features a large lawned area with cast iron statue, an illuminated well stocked fish pond that houses Koi and goldfish, a small tropical garden, BBQ, outdoor daybed and garden furniture.

From Dover’s white cliffs to the magnificent Canterbury cathedral to the new Turner Gallery there’s so much to see and do in Kent. Shop on cobbled streets in Rye, experience safari adventures at Port Lympne Wild Animal Park, taste wines at Biddenden Vineyards, admire brightly-coloured orchards and beautiful countryside driving through picture card villages or visit impressive Bodiam or Leeds Castle.

Hythe has a lovely high street with plenty of antiques, small shops and restaurants. Folkestone’s Creative Quarter is a hive of arty activity with galleries galore. Folkestone Leas nature park overlooks the ocean and perfectly complements dinner at the Grand Hotel. Dungeness Nature Reserve is fascinating with fishermen’s huts and the largest expanse of shingle in Europe - a haven for wildlife spotters. Dymchurch Railway is a 15" gauge main-line in miniature, with operating steam and diesel hauled trains.  France is only an hour away with the Eurotunnel.

For rainy days and retail therapy, Ashford has a large outlet centre next to the International train station. There are several golf courses nearby such as Littlestone Warren (British open qualify rounds), Lydd, Hythe Imperial or Sene Valley.

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