The Manor Lodge
Woolacombe, Devon, United Kingdom
Sleeps: 10
Unique Features
- Boasts stunning seascapes beyond rolling countryside
- Stylish farmhouse kitchen and dining area perfect for entertaining
- Next door to an organic farm where you can stock up on local produce
- Farm estate available for private shoots
The Property
Self catered house party in Devon
A 1830s Country Lodge decked out in contemporary farmhouse style, The Manor Lodge is a tranquil retreat made for self-catering group holidays and house parties. With the sandy beaches of Devon’s north coast on one side, and Exmoor on the other, this luxurious property is fantastically situated for all types of coastal and country holidays.
Inside
- Style: Refurbished to superlative standards, in contemporary farmhouse style
- Bedrooms: 2 doubles (super-king master en suite with bath and shower and 1 king bedroom with double shower en suite; both of these bedrooms open onto the balcony with sea views), 2 twins with zip and link beds (making super-king sized doubles), and one bunk room. In addition to the 2 en suites there is a family bathroom and a downstairs cloakroom with WC.
- For relaxation: Choose to relax in one of two plush sitting rooms with wide-screen TVs and log burners.
- For recreation: Playstation II, table football and stereo, childrens play area
- Practicalities: Under-floor heating. Utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer and fridge/freezer, parking for 4 cars, separate drinks fridge, coal BBQ (no coal provided)
Outside
Beautifully manicured lawns adjoining rolling farmland that meets stunning seascapes. BBQ, garden furniture and parking for 4 cars.
Food and wine
- DIY: Available on a self-catering basis, beautiful, open-plan country cottage style kitchen fully equipped with all mod cons, double oven, Aga with gas hob, microwave, dishwasher and a large dining table. Next-door is an organic farm where you can stock up on home-reared meats and fresh vegetables.
- In-house cuisine: Welcome hamper on arrival, including basic essentials, wine/champagne, free-range eggs, organic milk and bread. Caterers are available to cook-up sumptuous celebratory feasts using fresh local produce (www.antoniaskitchen.co.uk). Local organic meat can be ordered in advance for you.
- Eating out: Whether you fancy a four-course meal or fish and chips checkout Decks (www.decksrestaurant.co.uk) in the seaside village of Instow. 11 The Quay in Ilfracombe (www.11thequay.co.uk) serves champagne, tapas and fine local produce. BYO to The Shack (known to locals as Morthoe Fisheries takeaway) where you can experience fresh local seafood including cod, halibut, crab, lobster, oysters, whelks and mussels.
Rental inclusive of
- Linen
- Towels
Getting There
- By Car: About 4.5 hours from London
- By train: The nearest train station is Barnstaple, about 12 miles from the property
- Helipad: No
Out and About
- Go sailing, or take a day trip by boat from Ilfracombe Harbour to Lundy Island.
- Feel the sand between your toes or go surfing on the nearby beaches of Woolacombe, Saunton Sands, Croyde and Putsborough (10-15 minutes drive)
- Follow the coastal heritage paths or go hiking across Exmoor
- Private shoots can be arranged (from £500 per gun)
Pricing
- Weekly: From £1,600 to £2,800
- Weekend: 3-nt stays available out of peak season from £1120 to £1750
- Xmas: available 2008: weekly stay £2,800
- New Year: available 2008: weekly stay £2,800
- Damages Deposit: £1000
Accommodation Details
A 1830s Manor Lodge Nr Woolacombe decked out in contemporary farmhouse style.
- Personally Inspected: Yes
- Sleeps: 10
- Double: 2 - 1 superking and 1 king bed
- Twin: 2 - with zip and link beds (making super-king sized doubles)
- Family: One bunk room
- Facilities: Childrens playarea with swings and slide plus a wendy house, lawn area for ball games, wood burner
- Children: Yes
- Pets: Yes by arrangement
- Evening Meals: Caterers available by arrangement
- Disabled Access: No
- Mod Cons: 2 flat-screen TVs, DVD/CD players, play station, sky plus package, american style fridge freezer, drinks fridge
- Eco-friendly: Located within an organic farm estate
- Internet & Communications: Broadband internet access
- Wedding Venue: Yes
- Arrival Day: Friday
- Arrival Time: 4pm
- Departure Time: 10am
Contact Details
Please contact Unique Home Stays on +44(0)1637 881942
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