Taw River View

About this property

Situated in a tranquil position in Sticklepath, Devon, is Taw River View, a stunning two-bedroom property, enjoying riverside views. Nestled within Dartmoor National Park and within close proximity to local amenities, Taw River View welcomes four guests and one well-behaved dog for a countryside getaway. Enter the property, arriving at the spacious kitchen/diner, completed with all expected amenities to ease your self-catered stay. To truly make the most of your surroundings, head outdoors and select from one of many patio areas, dotted across the sweeping, shared garden, perfect for alfresco dining, with direct (unfenced) access down to the fast flowing river. Discover the inviting sitting room, where you can warm up in front of the woodburning stove with the TV on in the background, featuring stunning views out to the garden through the patio doors. As the night unfolds, head upstairs to refresh in the shower room, before making yourself at home in either the double or twin rooms. Come morning, enjoy a coffee in the garden before heading into Sticklepath: the village shop and cafe offers basic essentials, chilled and frozen home cooked-food and cakes as well as breakfasts and lunches. On your travels you'll also reach River Taw, where you can enjoy a relaxing stroll.Sticklepath is also home to Finch Foundry nurtured by the National Trust. Just a mile away, Belstone offers a scenic setting for moorland walking with a tea room and pub. Travelling to Okehampton, opt for a tour of the Museum of Dartmoor Life, offering the chance to brush up on your local knowledge, or head to Okehampton Castle and its 14th century grounds for an audio tour. Within easy driving distance you'll find two further National Trust properties: Castle Drogo, which is reputed to be the last castle to be built in England and Lydford Gorge with the Whitelady Waterfall and the Devil's Cauldron. Dartmoor National Park is also peppered with plentiful scenic, nature-filled walking trails, worth packing your walking boots for. Head to Devon with Taw River View as your base.

The charming National Trust Museum of Rural Industry is located in the little village of Sticklepath, which is located along a historic ridgeway path inside the northern limit of the Dartmoor National Park. Sticklepath also has a shop, two traditional pubs that serve delicious food, and a school. A paradise for nature lovers, walkers, and bird watchers alike, the area is surrounded by beautiful farmland, and the adjacent town of Okehampton is home to the ruins of a magnificent Norman castle that towers above the tranquil River Okement. Visit the vibrant, adjacent city of Exeter, with its stunning cathedral, first-rate dining options, and exciting nightlife. While Westward Ho!, with its famed Blue Flag-awarded beaches, is well worth a visit, Bude, a fantastic beach resort with golden sands and cascading waves, is easily accessible. a wonderful setting for both friends and family.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x double, 1 x twin.

Shower room with walk-in double shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Oil fired central heating with woodburning stove.

Double electric oven, gas hob, microwave, fridge, countertop freezer, washing machine.

TV with Sky, WiFi.

Fuel, power, and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Designated parking space for 2 cars on shared driveway.

Wrap-around multi-level shared garden (patio adjacent to Taw River View is for the exclusive use of guests) with decked area with furniture, lawn, several patio areas with furniture, firepit, BBQ and access down to river.

One well-behaved dog welcome at £20 per pet per week.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop and River Taw 0.1 miles, pub 0.2 miles.

Note: Taw River View is attached to the owner’s property.

Note: This property is not suitable for children under the age of 8 years.

Note: Dogs must be kept on a lead outdoors but there are scenic riverside walks available within walking distance.

Note: The garden is not enclosed and is shared with the owners.

Note: There is direct and unrestricted (unfenced) access to the river and the water can be fast flowing after prolonged rainfall; please be cautious with pets and children.

Note: There is a step to the exterior, and steps throughout the garden.

Note: The bathroom lights are automatic.

Note: This property only accepts bookings that are Friday-Friday