Log Cabins to RentLog cabins are self catering accommodation, but that is not a sentence of one week in the kitchen. It’s an opportunity to start the day at your own pace with breakfast as you like it, and to come and go as you please. But it’s lovely to have a restaurant close by so that you only use that kitchen when you want to. The log cabins below will ensure you never feel chained to the hob or the sink.
The property is approached via winding country lanes and lies in the peaceful village Paston close to the coast and the beautiful beaches at Mundesley. Quiet lanes ensure safe walking to explore the unspoilt area around the property. Nearby are the seaside towns of Cromer with the unique end of the Pier show and Sheringham with the North Norfolk Railway. Further along the coast is Blakeney from where you can take a boat out to see the seals. The pretty town of Holt is great for shopping and places to eat. The Norfolk Broads are a short drive away with cruises from Wroxham, National Trust properties at Felbrigg and Blickling. No trip to Norfolk would be complete without a day trip to Norwich, with many museums, Castle, Cathedrals and plenty of shops and restaurants and bars. Enter into the hall area with cottage style stairs leading to the twin bedroom with interesting curved wall and country views, a shower room including towels and a separate WC. From the hall head upstairs to the delightful open plan living area with lounge/kitchen/diner which is ideal for enjoying a relaxing get a way. The lounge area has a TV/DVD and enjoys views out to the beautiful countryside. If you don t want to go out for dinner you can prepare a meal in the kitchen which has an electric oven and hob, fridge, freezer and microwave. In the dining area you will find a cosy table for two. Venturing outside you will find a private patio area with seating in the owner s grounds. There is parking in front of the cottage for one car and further ample parking at the owner s house
This ground floor property is set in a courtyard within the grounds of the owner s home and is part of a small development of former stables. Situated next door to a BHS approved equestrian centre, it s an ideal base if you fancy organising some riding lessons. If you have sea legs instead, the marina is nearby with its colourful narrow boats where boat, canoe and bike hire can be arranged, as well as fishing. The exclusive Wiltshire town of Bradford on Avon is just 1 mile away and has a range of specialist shops, tea rooms, cafes as well as an excellent selection of restaurants and pubs. The historic city of Bath is 8.5 miles away with its famous spas, theatres, a racecourse and a rugby ground. If you wish to venture further, the train station is around a mile away where you can hop on a train to Bristol, just a 30 minute journey. Alternatively, golf at Cumberwell Park is within easy reach as well as a host of popular other popular attractions such as Longleat (16 miles), Dyrham Park (15 miles), Stonehenge (25 miles), or the National Trust s Stourhead House which is around 22 miles away. Inside the property, the ground floor accommodation offers an open plan lounge/kitchen/diner. The kitchen area has a worktop cooker comprising of a double hotplate/oven/grill and also a microwave and a fridge, whilst the lounge area has a TV and DVD player for quiet nights in. There is also a cosy double bedroom as well as a bathroom with a shower over bath and WC. You can also find a shared utility room with coin operated washing machine and tumble dryer. Outside there is a shared courtyard with seating and BBQ which is great for a meal outside when the weather is fair. There is also ample off road parking available.
For those wanting a traditional seaside holiday, the coast at Minehead is easily reached within a few minutes drive and offers an array of cafes, restaurants, pubs, shops, family entertainments and access to the South West Coast Path. With exceptional countryside, and its own romantic castle standing on a wooded hillside overlooking the main street, the large village of Dunster is one of the West Country's prettiest. Nearby are a wealth of beaches, pretty villages and attractions that include Blue Anchor, Porlock, Lynmouth, West Somerset Steam Railway, Tropiquaria Zoo, Wildlife Safaris on Exmoor National Park and a day ticket can be purchased to enjoy the all weather attractions and swimming pools at Butlin's. Upon entering the immaculate accommodation you are greeted by a cosy and inviting open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, in the summer you can open the stable door to let the outside and views in. In the lounge area there are original beams from the mid 19th century and a beautiful feature stain glass window, here you can relax and watch your favourite programme on the TV or enjoy a DVD. The well equipped kitchen/dining area has an electric oven and hob, fridge and microwave, which is perfect for trying out new recipes or old family favourites. A beautiful chestnut wooden staircase leads up to the two bedrooms, set in the eaves, there is a double and a twin bedroom. You will also find the family shower room with shower and WC. Venturing outside you will have exclusive use of the secluded well kept lawned garden with seating, which is situated at the front of the property and is located at the end of a private quiet drive. To the side of the cottage is an enclosed private paved area with a useful outside hose, perfect for washing muddy boots or your four legged friend after a moorland walk. You are also very welcome to use the shared rear garden which overlooks open countryside and enjoys distant views to the sea at Blue Anchor Bay. Here there is a further seating area and if you re lucky you may get to meet the owner's resident tortoise. There is also a useful utility room next to the cottage which is shared with the owners with a washing machine, tumble dryer, freezer compartment and is perfect for storing bikes securely.
One of two super shepherds huts sitting in the rolling countryside of the Wye Valley. Not far from the delightful town of Usk, which offers a host of independent shops, restaurants, pubs and antique shops. This wonderful area boasts a wide range of scenic landscapes and nature trails, plenty of opportunities to sample local produce and a trip to nearby Abergavenny is highly recommended. With many historic attractions, castles, museums and galleries to explore such as Tredegar House, Tintern Abbey and Chepstow Castle, everyone will have plenty to enjoy. Many activities such as kayaking, sailing, fishing, mountain biking and climbing are all within an easy drive and there are fabulous walks straight from your door. Entering the beautiful open plan lounge/kitchen/diner/sleeping space you are first struck by the light and airy feeling this property evokes, being of a bespoke design. The lounge area has a cosy wood burner and TV/DVD, DAB radio with Bluetooth, making this a warming retreat any time of the year. The kitchen has an electric oven and induction hob, fridge and Nespresso coffee machine. The bedroom area has a double bed from where you can enjoy the lovely rural views, with deer, geese, buzzards and red kites often seen. There is ample storage space built in behind and below the bed. There is also a super, internal shower room with a power shower and WC, adding a little bit more refinement to your glamping break. Outside there is an additional outdoor kitchen with a charcoal BBQ and bench seating for some al fresco dining, a hammock for lazy afternoons and a fire pit for enjoyable, social evenings looking up at the stars before heading back in to enjoy the cosy wood burner. Honesty shop selling locally sourced meets, snacks and other items. Bike storage is available for those wishing to enjoy the National Cycle Network that can be joined from the bottom of the hill. There is ample parking for two cars with a pathway to the property.
Located in the tiny hamlet of Benton surrounded by 15 acres of beautiful grounds, this property is ideally placed for keen walkers and nature lovers. Once you have finished exploring the local area on foot, hop in the car and head to the nearby ancient town of Barnstaple, which boasts a traditional pannier market as well as a range of shops, restaurants and cafes. If you re looking for a slice of culture, the National Trust s Arlington Court is close by, while Knightshayes Court is an hour away by car. Other nearby attractions include Marwood Hill Gardens, RHS Rosemoor and Dartington Crystal. Arranged on two levels, this property is bursting with traditional features, from exposed beams to an inglenook fireplace. The owners property is close by but privacy is assured. The kitchen/dining area is spacious and well equipped, with an electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washer/dryer. After your meals, cosy up on one of the comfortable sofas in the lounge area, which features a high vaulted ceiling with exposed trusses. Unwind beside the wood buner as you make the most of the TV/DVD or plan the day ahead. Or, if you re looking for a bit of healthy competition, take to the games room where there is a full sized snooker table. There is a twin bedroom with en suite shower room on the ground floor, while the king size bedroom with en suite bathroom and shower over bath is located upstairs on the first floor. Outside, there is a pretty patio area with garden furniture and a BBQ for making the most of those sunny days. Beyond the patio is a large lawn, which leads to a stream, pond and acres of fields beyond, perfect for enjoying a morning stroll.
Cadeleigh is near many pretty villages such as Bickleigh, with the River Exe meandering through it and the popular mill that offers boutique shopping and artisan foods. There is endless beautiful countryside with distinctive dark red soil being typical in this area, making it a scenic setting ideal for walking and all manner of country pursuits. There is much to see and do in the nearby town of Tiverton, which has a pretty canal offering boats for hire. Slightly further afield is the city of Exeter, with its huge variety of shops and restaurants. For history lovers Fursdon House and Gardens gives an insight into the heritage of the area. On entering this unique stylish pod, the open plan lounge/kitchen/dining and sleeping area has a comfy sofa to relax on whilst taking in the mesmerising view, alternatively watch your favourite channel or movie on the TV/DVD. Cook a meal in the well equipped kitchen area with electric oven and 2 ring gas hob, microwave and fridge/freezer. In the sleeping area at one end of the pod there is a double bed which looks out towards the circular entrance and a small window on one side so you can wake up with the view whichever way you turn. The shower room with shower and WC, its compact but has all you need to freshen up. Stepping outside is a large decked area with private hot tub, hammock, sun loungers and charcoal BBQ, you will no doubt find it difficult leaving this relaxed environment. After a day s adventures what could be nicer than stargazing from the hot tub. There is a fully fenced enclosed lawn area below the pod ideal for your four legged friend and off road parking and turning area for 2 cars. Sorry regret no children or babies
Croyde is a picture postcard village with its golden sandy beach, a selection of restaurants, pubs and shops, with an opportunity to try a wide range of water sports in walking distance. On either side of the village are more beaches where the sand, sea and surf can be enjoyed, Woolacombe, Saunton and Putsborough being some of the options open to you. Walkers will be spoilt for choice with direct access onto the South West Coast Path, from Croyde, taking you across the spectacular headland to Baggy Point, Exmoor National Park is within easy reach by car. Other attractions and places of interest nearby include the links golf course at Saunton, Barnstaple with its market and high street shops, Exmoor Zoo, Ilfracombe and Lynton and Lynmouth are also worth a visit. Stepping into this Grade II listed barn you are immediately focused on the quality of the conversion and the attention to detail as well as a luxurious yet relaxed feel. All the rooms are spacious and warm with underfloor heating and are bright and airy. After a day exploring the area step down into the snug/sitting room with exposed beams, feature fireplace and wood burner ideal for cooler evenings or winter weekend breaks, this room has some of the workings of the original cider press and mixes the contemporary and traditional for maximum comfort and convenience. Relax on the comfy sofas and watch TV or your favourite movie on the DVD. Prepare a snack or family meal in the impressive and well equipped kitchen/diner with two electric ovens and gas hobs, wine cooler, microwave, large fridge and dishwasher, central island with freezer. A utility room houses a washing machine and tumble dryer, off this is a useful ground floor WC. Enjoy a morning coffee or al fresco meal on the terrace looking out onto the courtyard and garden. Heading upstairs from the entrance hall you will find three of the four bedrooms. Two steps down from the landing leads you to an open plan king size bedroom with sensor lighting, freestanding bath and WC. The second is a double bedroom with high apex feature window with views over the surrounding fields and an en suite shower room with shower and WC. Lastly there is a twin bedroom and finishing off the accommodation in the main barn is a stylish and spacious family bathroom with freestanding bath, separate shower and WC. Heading outside across the courtyard is a separate annexe which houses studio style open plan lounge/sleeping area and en suite wet room. The lounge area with wood burner, a king size bed in the bedroom area at one end and at the other end is the wet room area with shower and WC. This building also has exposed beams and underfloor heating and provides a great retreat for independent teenagers, couples with a baby or those who just want a bit more privacy. Stepping into the courtyard at the far end is steps to the raised lawned garden with garden furniture and BBQ lodge. There is ample off road parking for up to five cars. Please note that the neighbouring property has shared access to the drive and their parking space.
This comfortable holiday property is the perfect bolthole for a family or couples who are looking to escape the city and town life deep in the heart of the English countryside. The property is ideally placed for visitors wishing to explore the wider area, with the North and South Coastlines within a 30 minute drive of the property. Looking to explore all that Cornwall has to offer? Then the A39 Atlantic Highway that meanders along the North Coast of Cornwall is ideal for those wishing to explore the whole of this individual county, including numerous first class surfing beaches as well as many attractions. Wadebridge is also nearby and offers a wealth of restaurants, shops, pubs and cinema. Take in the charm of this beautifully restored barn, with the entrance being the perfect place to leave your walking boots behind you as you step into the cosy lounge. The warming wood burner will entice you to sit back and relax amongst the tasteful soft furnishings that blend simply with the rustic charm and enjoy your favourite film on the TV/DVD. The kitchen area, contemporary in style has an electric oven and hob, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher and is perfect for preparing a family meal after a long day of exploring. When the day is done, head down the hallway to the bedrooms, you will find a double with en suite shower room and WC and one twin room with 2'6" beds. You will also find the bathroom across the hall with bath and WC. Heading outside via the front doors you find an enclosed garden with furniture. There is ample off road parking outside the barn.
Set in one of the most peaceful parts of Cornwall, this secluded, granite stone converted barn is a perfect, central location to explore the spectacular and inspirational moors and hills, historic houses and gardens, and several areas of outstanding natural beauty, as well as the dramatic coastline. An idyllic couples retreat. Within easy reach of spectacular and dramatic Dartmoor National Park, the granite outcrops and clitter slopes of Bodmin Moor, the rocky shoreline and sandy beaches of Rame Head, as well as the wildlife haven of the Tamar Valley AONB, shaped by the rivers Tamar, Tavy and Lynher, this is a treasure trove of opportunities for walkers and those wishing to explore this environment. Equally accessible are a range of National Trust locations, including Cotehele, Lanhydrock, Antony and Buckland Abbey. On your doorstep you can escape to the less well known local delights of the St Dominica Heritage Trail, nearby Halton Quay, and Kit Hill with its breathtaking panoramic, far reaching views, taking in Brown Willy on Bodmin Moor to the West, High Willhays on Dartmoor to the East, and the Tamar Estuary to the South. A wide range of moorland, woodland and riverside walks are just a short drive away, as well as local beaches, coastal and market towns, and fishing villages. Alternatively, spend a relaxing afternoon at the nearby St Mellion Estate, a luxury resort with two championship golf courses, state of the art health club, Elemis spa as well as restaurants and other high quality amenities. The local village has a pub with restaurant, and close by you will find the towns of Callington and Saltash, offering a range of shopping, eating and drinking opportunities, or venture further afield to picturesque Tavistock, relaxing Liskeard, or the bustling fishing port of Looe. Enter the cottage through the French doors into cosy, vaulted open plan lounge/kitchen/diner, with TV complete with Fire TV Stick for streaming your favourite films and music. As well as a comfy sofa, there is a dining table and chairs, and a well equipped kitchen area, with an oven and two ring hob, microwave, toaster and a fridge with ice compartment. To the side is a contemporary shower room, with shower, WC and heated towel rail. At the rear of the cottage, step down into the snug bedroom with king size bed, with window framing the view of the lakes, ducks, wildlife and countryside beyond. Outside you have your own area of a shared garden with a secluded seating area where you can take in the views whilst enjoying breakfast, or relax with a drink, basking in the evening sunset. Located in the grounds and to the side of the owner s property you can take advantage of the extensive shared gardens, peaceful countryside and the lakes with the resident ducks, barn owls and other wildlife. There is private, off road parking available right next to the cottage.
With some of Europe's most interesting and challenging cave networks on your doorstep, Sycamore Barn is perfect for the more adventurous guest. With countless walking and cycling trails nearby and a location deep inside the International Dark Sky Reserve, the options are plenty for active days and evenings spent staring up into the sky. On more relaxing days why not explore the picturesque town of Crickhowell for its excellent local produce, pubs and restaurants. For a traditional family day out there are many attractions you will want to visit including: The Big Pit National Coal Museum, Blaenavon Iron Works and Abergavenny Castle and museum. The building is perfectly situated, with a garden that is private and enjoys a vista encompassing over 200 square kilometres of the national park, across the beautiful Usk valley to the Black Mountains and beyond. Indoors, the barn has been furnished with natural materials and fabrics that complement the thick stone walls and oak lintels to create a cosy retreat with an atmosphere of tranquillity and natural peace. Enter the barn via a well equipped galley kitchen with electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher and washing machine. There is a shower room just off the kitchen. A couple of steps up from the kitchen is a modern open plan living area with newly installed log burner, and spiral stair access to the bedrooms. Furnished with comfortable sofas and finished thoughtfully with colourful cushions and throws, you will find the perfect setting for a cosy night in with a good movie, and space for enjoying a hearty supper after a day s exploring the National Park. Climb the spiral staircase to the first floor where you will find a twin room with en suite bathroom. A further climb to the second floor where you will find an inviting king size bedroom within the eaves enjoying stunning views from the skylights. There is a generous stone patio from which to enjoy the views, with heavy oak garden furniture under an oak framed shelter and a BBQ. When the sun goes down you can stretch the evening out around the fire pit, the only sounds being the crackle of the fire and the calling of lambs in the fields in the springtime. There is also a huge area of open access behind the barn which has opportunities for cycling and horse riding, as well as much to interest the amateur naturalist.
