Yenworthy Cottage Overview

Could Yenworthy Cottage in Countisbury be the perfect location for your next self catering holiday in Devon? This cottage has great facilities for all types of holidays including • Families or groups of up to 6 people.

To book or find out more please use the Booking or Availability menu at the top of the page.

Now is the perfect time to book Yenworthy Cottage for your holiday in Devon and avoid the risk of being disapointed due it not being available.

Facilities at Yenworthy Cottage

Wi-Fi or Internet Access

There is wifi or internet access available. Perfect for searching for things to do whilst on holiday, catching up on emails or even work if you have to.

Garden

On nice days, when you want to relax you can sit out in Yenworthy Cottage's garden and enjoy the sun shine. Children also love the outdoors so it can be a great place for them.

Dishwasher

Why waste part of your holiday doing the washing up. Yenworthy Cottage has a dishwasher installed to save you time, and family arguements, about the washing up. Everybody hates doing the washing up and the last thing you need is a big family arguement about who is going to do the washing up while you are on holiday.

Types of holiday's offered at Yenworthy Cottage

Family holidays in Devon

Yenworthy Cottage sleeps up to 6 people so could be perfect for your family or group. So if you are looking for a family holiday in Devon then Yenworthy Cottage could be just the ticket.

Pet friendly cottage breaks in Devon

If you have a dog and you want to bring them with you on your holiday in Devon then... Great news! Yenworthy Cottage welcomes dogs. Often cottage owners have some restrictions on where your dog can roam in the property and there may be a small extra charge. However, there is no reason why your pet needs to miss out on the family holiday.

More about Yenworthy Cottage

The Farm is situated in

Doone Country

and actually appears in the novel itself The gun which was supposedly used to repel the

Doones

still hangs in the farmhouse to this day This working farm once had its own mill and the old water wheel can still be seen The Cottage was built in 1628 and extended in 1840 It was refurbished and re-furnished in 2016 to offer a high standard of accommodation

Sleeps up to 6 guests plus cot

Three bedrooms one double bedroom and two twin bedrooms Spectacular location on the northern slopes of Exmoor National Park and near the coast Direct access to one of the most scenic sections of the South West Coast Path Enclosed garden to the front and side of the property with outside seating Spacious sitting room with wood-burning fire Newly fitted kitchen with all new appliances in 2016 Wifi heating and electricity included Towels and bed linen provided Dog welcome strictly 3 max by prior arrangement for

15 supplement per dog Parking for up to 3 cars Arrival from 4 pm Depart by 10 am

Yenworthy Cottage is ideal for walkers - a rugged pathway leads from the farm down to a secluded rocky beach and there is direct access to one of the most scenic sections of the South West Coast Path which runs through the farm There are 13 miles of footpaths to explore on the farm itself and it even has its own historic monument - an old Roman Fort at Old Burrow A haven for wildlife it has four Sites of Special Scientific Interest There are rare species of butterflies and trees large areas of heather moorland and impressive cliff geology

Entrance to the property is via the large porch into the hallway both providing plenty of space for wellies and walking boots The sitting dining room has two comfortable sofas wood-burner and dining table with six chairs The kitchen is on the opposite side of the hall and has recently been fitted with all new appliances and has a smaller dining table with four chairs and extra stools The back door from the kitchen leads down some steps to an enclosed courtyard an ideal spot to let the dogs dry off or cool down depending on the season There is also a pretty garden to the side and front with outside seating The stairway from the entrance hall leads up to the two twin bedrooms on the first floor The family bathroom is also on the first floor and is comprised of a bath toilet and hand basin

Up a narrow staircase to the second floor is the master bedroom with King-sized bed and en-suite with of shower no bath

toilet and hand basin

Yenworthy Cottage is approached via private drive shared with the farm and two further holiday cottages

Appliances and equipment The kitchen appliances include fridge freezer

dishwasher washing machine dryer

microwave and oven with hob Other equipment includes toaster kettle a variety of cookware kitchen utensils cutlery crockery and glasses

The living room has a television with Freeview

Blu-ray DVD player and CD player iPod docking station Wireless broadband is available throughout the property at no extra cost

Cot and high chair A cot and high chair is available The cot will be set up in the twin bedroom and the high chair can be set up for you on request

Linen and towels Bed linen duvets blankets and towels are provided for your convenience but please bring your own beach towels if you wish to take towels with you on day trips Please note that bed linen is not provided for the cot

Electricity and heating Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of the accommodation Yenworthy Cottage benefits from central heating fueled by a biomass system which keeps the property lovely and warm in the cooler months The temperature can be adjusted to suit your preferences if required There is also a wood-burner in the sitting room downstairs a basket of logs some kindling and matches will be provided

Other provisions There may be non-perishable items like a salt pepper oil and a few herbs or spices available

Cleaning materials such as washing up liquid and surface cleaner will be present in the property

One or two toilet rolls will be provided per toilet

Outside the property Yenworthy Cottage has a lovely lawned garden which surrounds the front of the property and is enclosed There is a picnic bench which has been placed to take advantage of the fabulous views across the farmland to the coast - the perfect spot for unwinding with a book or dining al fresco The back door from the kitchen leads to a second outdoor area which is gravelled and also enclosed

Parking Parking is available outside the property there is room for two cars A footpath leads from the parking area through a small gate and across the garden path to front door There is the room for parking a third car nearby if required

Dogs Dogs are welcome by prior arrangement maximum of 3

A supplementary fee of

15 will be added to your invoice per dog

Please note this property is situated on a working farm therefore you must ensure your dog is kept under your control at all times as there is likely to be livestock nearby

Furthermore please do not allow you dogs on the furniture or upstairs and do not leave them alone in the property at any time

Smoking This property is strictly non-smoking

Local amenities The property is situated almost exactly halfway between Porlock and Lynmouth approximately 6 miles to either

Both are well worth a visit during your stay

The village of Porlock has three pubs two grocery shops a traditional local butcher Post Office chemist cash machine petrol station hardware shop visitor centre and a range of independent restaurants shops and tea rooms

In the opposite direction Lynmouth sits on the harbour at the bottom of the famous Countisbury Hill and has a good choice of shops pubs and restaurants The twin village of Lynton is perched above Lynmouth on the top of the hill and can be accessed from Lynmouth via road footpath or the famous funicular railway Lynton has a variety of amenities including a range cafes restaurants and pubs there are two mini-supermarkets a bank post office chemist and Tourist Information Centre There is also a small cinema and tennis and bowls facilities

The nearest sandy beach is Lee Abbey 5 miles and there are excellent surfing beaches at Woolacombe Croyde and Saunton within easy driving distance

Walking Exmoor is a walkers paradise and the location of Yenworthy Cottage really lends itself to being a fabulous base for your walking holiday There are numerous walks from the door including the South West Coast Path down to the coastline and up onto the moors - you will be spoilt for choice

Arrival and departure The property will be ready from 4 pm on the day of your arrival

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

Changeover days Yenworthy Cottage is available for week-long bookings Friday changeover

short breaks may be available Please see our availability page for further details

Price: £ See website

This cottage Sleeps 6

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