Property Summary
Orchard Cottage is the East Wing of Little Bray House, and is set in the oldest part of this large Devonian Farmhouse just on the edge of Exmoor. With spacious living accommodation, the cottage has three bedrooms, a large living/dining area and well equipped kitchen.
Main Description
Orchard Cottage is situated on the East wing of a large former farmhouse on the edge of Exmoor National Park. The cottage offers holiday accommodation for up to 5 guests in one of the most beautiful parts of the country. North Devon is a perfect setting for a relaxing and sightseeing holiday, with nearby beaches, woodlands, moorland walks and quiet rural towns - ideal for keen photographers, artists and for all the family to enjoy.
Sleeps up to 5 guests in 3 bedrooms
One double bed, one twin bedroom, and one single bedroom
Fabulous area for walking, cycling, photography
Bed linen provided
Wifi now available
Towels available for supplement of £3 per person
Electricity included
Oil fired central heating throughout, included up to £30 per stay, oil used above this amount will be payable to the owner at cost price at the end of your stay
Cot and high chair available on request
Well behaved dogs welcome (1 max) for supplement of £10 per dog
Arrival from 3 pm
Departure by 10 am
Entrance is via the porch, then directly into the kitchen. The split-level living room has large dining table and at the far end is a spiral staircase leading to the first floor. There are three bedroom upstairs; one double, one twin and one single bedroom. The bathroom is also upstairs, and is comprised of bath with overhead shower, hand basin and toilet. The bedrooms all look out to the front of the property, over the chicken enclosure and to the hills of Exmoor beyond.
On the other side of the main house is a former threshing barn has been turned into an indoor badminton court which guests are welcome to make use of. The other side of the ‘Badminton Barn’ is another holiday property, which also sleeps up to 5 guests. The badminton court and the gardens are shared between the two properties.
Well behaved dogs on leads are welcome by prior arrangement (maximum of 1). A supplementary fee of £10 per dog will be added to your invoice. Dogs are welcome but please do not allow them on the furniture or leave them alone in the property at any time.
Orchard Cottage is strictly non-smoking.
The nearest town for groceries, fruit and veg shop and butcher is South Molton, which is approximately 7 miles away.
Basic supplies, such as milk, bread etc. are available from The Poltimore Arms (the local pub) or Bratton Fleming Shop - both are 3 miles away.
Sainsbury's offer a home delivery service in this area.
The cottage will be ready from 3 pm on the day you arrive. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.
Orchard Cottage is available for week-long bookings. Short breaks or long-weekends may be available out of season
Indoor Description
You enter the Orchard Cottage through a small conservatory straight into the kitchen, which is fully equipped.
The sitting room is spacious and comfortable.
A television (with Freeview) and DVD player is provided in the living room, and wifi is available in the cottage.
There is an iron and ironing board.
A travel cot and high chair can be provided on request, please let us know at time of booking if you require them.
Orchard Cottage has oil fired central heating throughout. There is a ceiling of £30 on the cost of oil provided by owner. Oil used above £30 per stay will charged at cost price - to be settled with the owner directly at the end of your stay, if applicable.
Electricity is included in the price of your stay. Bed linen, duvets and blankets are provided.
Towels can be provided if requested and upon payment of a supplementary fee of £3 per person (one bath towel and one hand towel would be provided per person).
Outdoor Description
The property is situated within large gardens shared between Orchard Cottage, the main house, and another holiday cottage, Barn Cottage.
Guests are welcome to wander over the lawns, play outdoor games.
Small children must be accompanied by an adult.
There are fabulous views of the surrounding countryside from the lawns and benches to relax on and enjoy the scenery.
Parking
There is one allocate parking space for Orchard Cottage (on the right, beside the wall just past the gate near the front door). Another space can be organised for you on request.
Pets Description
This has not been completed by the owner.
Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.
Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.
Christmas / New Year
We make the cottage discreetly festive. Note of local church services left with Information.
The region
The parish of Brayford is situated on the south-western boundary of Exmoor and includes a part of the National Park. Brayford is in a highly picturesque location, bounded by green fields and woodlands, and situated in a steep sided valley, with the River Bray running through the middle of the village and acting as a focal point. The River Bray rises on Exmoor, near Challacombe, and tumbles down to 470 feet above sea level where it flows through the village, then joins the River Mole south-west of South Molton, and finally the River Taw which eventually sweeps through Barnstaple to the sea.
The hills are populated with livestock as this is well known sheep and cattle country, and the famous red deer of Exmoor are commonly seen too.
The nearest pub is the Poltimore Arms, a short drive east from the village. For food, The Stags Head, The Black Venus and Station Inn, Blackmore Gate are local and good.
South Molton has Sainsburys and a variety of private shops with Markets on Thursday and Saturday mornings.
Bratton Fleming Stores is 3 miles away.
