Description
A luxurious Dartmoor getaway, this old forge is a haven of comfort. Spacious, attractively decorated and equipped to an extremely high standard, this traditional Devon thatched cottage is perfect for families or friends.
The Smithy is situated in the idyllic village of Ponsworthy in the heart of Dartmoor, and offers a magnificent base to enjoy rural peace and tranquility. With exposed stonework and beams, the cottage retains its original character, whilst providing all essential modern comforts and conveniences. Beautifully furnished and equipped to a very high standard, this peaceful 'home from home' boasts bright valley views from a private enclosed garden.
The Smithy is ideally placed for walking, cycling, pony trekking and other moorland activities, and comes with a dedicated team of staff to ensure that your stay is comfortable, as well as supplying local information, and organising a wide range of activities such as farm visits, llama walks, heritage sites, golf, abseiling and hot air ballooning. For lazy days, there are plenty of books, games and DVDs to keep everyone entertained. Nearby Ashburton has a good selection of shops, restaurants and pubs, and Torquay, Exeter and Plymouth are all within easy driving distance.
The accommodation comprises:
A spacious kitchen/dining room newly decorated and equipped to a very high standard. Facilities include solid oak dining table and chairs, fridge/freezer, microwave, dishwasher, washer/dryer, heated clothes rail, underfloor heating, and a welcome pack for new arrivals.
Two comfortable sitting rooms:
The larger sitting room has a beautiful high ceiling with exposed beams, and a traditional log burner sitting on the original forge granite plinth. This sitting room contains a double sofa bed, two armchairs, and a swinging chair, as well as satellite TV, DVD player, hifi, and a good selection of DVDs.
The smaller sitting room is more elegant, with an open fire, writing desk, book case, hifi, and card table, as well as a sofa bed, armchairs, and a small guest library.
Wifi internet connection operates throughout the cottage.
Two bedrooms: Both bedrooms are upstairs. The master bedroom has a king sized bed, a built in wardrobe, a dressing table, and an en suite shower bathroom. The second bedroom can be made up with twin beds or as a super king size double, and contains a small dressing table, drawers and a wardrobe. There is a second bathroom with a shower over a bath upstairs close to the second bedroom.
A private enclosed garden with stunning views of the West Webburn valley, lawn, patio and flower beds, good quality teak furniture, and a gas barbecue.
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