Retreat 9416 – Torrington, Devon

Introduction

This property enjoys a quiet rural location off the beaten track surrounded by the fields of a 300-acre farm. Just a few miles south of the farm the town of Torrington has a range of shops as well as an arts centre with a busy programme of cinema theatre and live music. The region is rich with sights and attractions to suit all tastes including the harbour town of Bideford the wide sandy beach at Westward Ho! the outlet mall at Atlantic Village or the beautiful gardens of RHS Rosemoor. This property offers complete privacy. On the ground floor the cosy and homely lounge is tastefully furnished in warm colours with a deep sofa giving guests a comfortable place to relax next to the wood burner or perhaps enjoy the TV and DVD. A separate dining room has a second wood burner this time set in a large inglenook fireplace whilst the large dining table comfortably seats ten. The property s kitchen has a lovely farmhouse feel as befits the property with an impressive AGA-style cooker adding to the cosy feel of the room. There is a smaller dining table here perfect for breakfast or enjoying a pot of tea and guests will find all the cooking equipment they will need including an electric hob microwave dishwasher and American-style fridge/freezer. A second fridge/ freezer can be found in the adjacent pantry whilst the washing machine and tumble dryer are kept in the utility room. There is also a large conservatory on the ground floor with doors opening out onto the garden and a games room with a multi-games table TV and a selection of toys and games. A door from the kitchen brings guests to the staircase which takes them to the first-floor accommodation where there are five bedrooms. Two of these are double rooms each with its own TV and en-suite shower with WC. A third double has a useful hand basin in the room and there is also a twin room and a king-size room which can be made up as a twin on request thanks to the zip-and-link beds. The main bathroom has a shower-over-bath and WC. Outside a spacious patio with seating and a BBQ leads on to a pretty three-tiered plant-filled garden with lawned areas and an ornamental pond (guests should ensure children are supervised at all times). A separate terraced area is where guests will find the sheltered hot tub a fantastic place to relax at the end of a busy day spent exploring the local area. There is ample off-road parking provided and guests are able to explore parts of the owner s farm.

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