The property is located in an idyllic setting in the middle of the countryside, surrounded by open fields and farmland. It’s the perfect place to escape the humdrum of everyday life and its central location, just 1 mile from the Devon/Somerset border, makes it ideally placed for exploring a wide variety of attractions. Enjoy long, peaceful walks through the Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty, tuck into a picnic on the majestic lawns of Knightshayes Court (18 miles) or potter around the historic town of Taunton (6 miles).

The former cider barn stands alongside the owner’s 16th-century thatched farmhouse and is full of character. At the heart of the property is the charming lounge, where you’ll find a gorgeous, exposed beamed ceiling, a stone fireplace housing a warming wood burner effect electric fire and plump sofas to relax on after a long walk. The spacious country cottage-style kitchen/diner is a lovely sociable space to come together in the evening for great food and lots of laughter. From the lounge, patio doors lead to outside. Here, you’ll find an elevated patio with glorious views, as well as a BBQ and outdoor seating. There’s an enclosed garden where children can play and from here a gate leads to the pond and duck and geese enclosure.

A walk through the Blackdown Hills will feel like time has stood still. Nothing much has changed here for hundreds of years, and it’s the ideal place to completely switch off, as you wander along the quaint country lanes, across farmland and through ancient woodland. The grounds surrounding Knightshayes Court National Trust are quite spectacular. Amble around the walled kitchen garden, take a woodland walk and admire the stunning Gothic Revival architecture of the main house.

Additional information and rules

No dogs allowed

- 2 Bedrooms – 1 standard double and 1 twin with 3' 6" beds

- 1 en-suite 'Jack and Jill' style bathroom and 1 further downstairs shower room

- Double oven and ceramic hob, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer

- Parking available for 2 cars (1 undercover space)

- Shop 2.5 miles and pub 3 miles

- BBQ. Charcoal available locally

- Smart TV and DVD player in lounge. TV in both bedrooms

- DAB radio in the kitchen

- Seating and sunloungers in the private garden

- Please be aware that there are low beams in the property