Smiddy Cottage, Hawkridge

Property Summary Smiddy Cottage, is the idyllic getaway for couples or a small family. The cottage is newly refurbished throughout and tucked away with a private outlook, within a small complex of four self-catering cottages in the hills of Exmoor National Park. Enjoy breath-taking views and nature at it’s best! Main Description Smiddy Cottage is set apart from the other three holiday cottages at the Farm. Sleeps up to 4 guests in two bedrooms Open-plan living and dining room Ground floor bedroom (beds can be set up as twin beds or a super-king) Spiral staircase to mezzanine level with double bed Cot, high chair and stair gate available on request Dog/s welcome (maximum of 2) for £20 supplement each Private patio and garden Children’s play area on the farm Exmoor National Park on the doorstep - great location for exploring the moor Wifi, £20 heating and electricity included (ample for a week long stay) Bed linen and towels provided Arrive from 4 pm Depart by 10 am The entrance door opens straight into the open-plan living area with wood-burner, dining table and chairs, comfortable seating, and kitchen area. There is one ground floor bedroom, which has twin beds (or can be made up as a super-king bed on request), and the bathroom is also on the ground floor; it has a ’jack and jill’ entrance (entrance door from the bedroom and from the living area). The bathroom comprises a shower and separate bath, toilet and hand basin. The spiral staircase leads up from the living area to the galleried mezzanine level overlooking the living area, with double bed. Indoor Description The kitchen is well-equipped with an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer. Other equipment includes toaster, kettle, a variety of cookware, kitchen utensils, cutlery, crockery and glasses. The open-plan living area comprises a table with four chairs, wood-burner, and a smart TV. 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. £20 Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of the accommodation (ample for a week long stay). A basket of logs, some kindling and matches will be provided for the wood-burner in the cooler months. There is access to communal washing machine and dryer, which is located in an external laundry room, shared with the other 3 holiday cottages. High chair, travel cot, and stair gates available on request. Outdoor Description Smiddy Cottage has a private patio area directly beside the property with picnic bench (not enclosed) and BBQ. There is a large a private garden for guest’s sole use. A children’s play area complete with climbing frame, wendy house and picnic table is available within the grounds. The farm has more than 50 acres or pristine ancient woodland, bubbling rivers and wild terrain to explore. It sits within Exmoor National Park, a stone’s throw to the Tarr Steps, Withypool & Dulverton. Parking Parking for two cars is available on the drive beside the cottage. Pets Description Dogs: Up to two dogs are welcome per booking, for supplement of £20 per dog. Horses: There is a block of 4 stables available to rent on a DIY basis. A 2.5 acre well-fenced paddock is available for turnout. Water buckets and stable cleaning equipment are provided for your use. Horses are charged at £40 per horse, per stay. 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 Enjoy a special Christmas on Exmoor - local markets, welcoming pubs and oodles of warm hospitality! The region Brushford is a peaceful village on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park in Somerset, just two miles from the market town of Dulverton. The village sits where the rivers Barle and Exe converge in a beautiful wooded valley. The parish church of St Nicholas dates from the 15th century and includes the Herbert memorial chapel designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Brushford has a village hall, playground, and a friendly community of families and retirees -- a tranquil base from which to explore all that Exmoor has to offer. Dulverton, a short stroll or two-minute drive away, is known as the ’southern gateway to Exmoor’ and provides an excellent range of amenities. You will find independent shops, a late-opening supermarket, butcher, greengrocer, post office, chemist, and a cash machine. There are award-winning restaurants, traditional pubs, tea rooms, and a fish and chip shop. Exmoor House -- the headquarters of the Exmoor National Park Authority -- is in Dulverton and features exhibitions and a gallery. The Guildhall Heritage and Arts Centre in Dulverton is well worth a visit, with free admission and fascinating exhibitions on local history including a working model of the original Dulverton railway station. The town sits between the rivers Barle and Exe, and the stunning Tarr Steps ancient clapper bridge is just five miles to the northwest -- one of the most popular and iconic landmarks in the whole of Exmoor.