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Harescombe Lodge

Morchard Bishop, Devon (Ref. 1143176)

Helpful Holidays rating

  • 3 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 2 Bathrooms

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Garden / Patio
  • Pub/shop < 1 mile
  • Washing machine
  • Broadband / WiFi

Summary

  • One super king-size bedroom with free-standing bath and balcony with furniture
  • Sleeper Sofa in living room
  • Ground-floor shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail, and WC
  • Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area, and sitting area with sleeper-sofa.
  • Underfloor heating on the ground floor
  • Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washer dryer, kettle, toaster
  • TV, Wi-Fi
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking for 3 cars
  • Enclosed garden with lawn, patio, covered hot tub, and furniture
  • Travel cot available on request
  • Up to Two well-behaved dogs welcome
  • Exclusive use of dog paddock
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 0.6 miles, pub 0.5 miles
  • Note: Washing machine in laundry cupboard
  • EVC point available on request.

The property

Harescombe Lodge is a well-presented contemporary lodge positioned on the outskirts of Morchard Bishop in Devon, within reach of both Exmoor and Dartmoor National Parks.

Set within the Mid Devon countryside, the property enjoys far-reaching rural views and a setting on a working arable farm, making it a great choice for couples, small families and those travelling with a dog seeking a balance of outdoor activity and time away. Located just beyond the village, which offers a local pub and a well-stocked shop, the lodge is arranged over two floors and designed to take full advantage of its surroundings.

A full-width balcony provides a vantage point across the fields, offering a pleasant place to spend time outdoors.

Dogs are welcome, with the added benefit of a private enclosed exercise paddock, giving pets space to move freely.

On arrival, off-road parking is available for up to three cars, and a side gate provides direct access into the garden, making returns from countryside walks straightforward.

Inside, an entrance hall leads to a ground-floor shower room, a useful laundry cupboard and a bright open-plan living space.

This area spans the full width of the lodge, with large sliding doors allowing plenty of natural light to enter and opening out onto the patio.

The outdoor space includes a lawned garden with seating and a covered hot tub, offering a place to sit out in the evenings.

The garden leads directly through to the enclosed dog paddock, extending the outdoor space available to guests.

The kitchen is equipped with a range of appliances suitable for a self-catered stay, including an electric oven, induction hob, fridge-freezer and dishwasher, while the adjoining dining area provides seating for four guests.

In the sitting area, a corner sofa bed allows for flexible sleeping arrangements if required.

Upstairs, the first floor is devoted to the main bedroom, featuring a king-size bed, a free-standing bath positioned to make the most of the countryside outlook, and access to the balcony overlooking the surrounding land.

A pub and a shop can be found close by.

Nearby Crediton offers Crediton Parish Church, Shobrooke Park and a selection of independent shops and cafés, while Exeter provides its cathedral, Underground Passages and the Royal Albert Memorial Museum.

Tiverton is also within reach, where you can explore Tiverton Castle, the Grand Western Canal and Knightshayes Court.

For outdoor activities, Exmoor National Park offers walking routes and wildlife, Dartmoor National Park features open moorland and cycling trails, and RHS Garden Rosemoor presents a variety of seasonal displays.

With its countryside outlook and convenient access to Devon’s towns, attractions and national parks, Harescombe Lodge is a well-positioned base for exploring the area.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £250.

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About the location

MORCHARD BISHOP

Crediton 10 miles; Exeter 17.5 miles.

Morchard Bishop is a good size village located in Mid Devon. It is a very peaceful village set in stunning rural scenery about 10 miles from Crediton. Running through the heart of the village is the longest single spine of connected 16th and 17th century thatched cottages in England. Surrounding the village are a number of very scenic local walks, and the village itself is actually an integral part of the Two Moors Way, a walk connecting Dartmoor to the north and Exmoor to the South. Dartmoor National Park provides additional excellent walking, and horse riding opportunities. Close to Morchard Bishop there are many other scattered villages with welcoming inns, well-stocked farm shops, tea shops serving Devon cream teas and friendly locals. Crediton is a market town 10 miles from Morchard Bishop. It has a wide range of traditional local shops selling gifts and groceries as well as a super store and all the usual facilities of hairdressers, book shop, health food shop and a small hospital It has a fabulous farmers’ market, modern leisure centre and plenty of family friendly pubs and restaurants. The Cathedral city of Exeter is 17.5 miles from Morchard Bishop where there are theatres, a stunning Cathedral, indoor climbing center, water sports center, numerous shopping malls, and an historic quay with waterfront cafes, antique shops and bars.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas

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