Red Roof

About this property

Combe St Nicholas 3.8 miles. Nestled amongst the rural countryside of the Blackdown Hills AONB, in the sought-after county of Devon, rests this Grade II listed cottage, Red Roof. Wonderfully-appointed with a characterful interior and enjoying easy access to a wealth of outdoor adventures, Red Roof makes an excellent choice for a rural retreat to Devon. Kick off your walking boots as you step over the threshold of this charming abode and make yourself at home with a sumptuous spot in front of the television in the sitting room, where a warming woodburning stove sits within an exposed stone inglenook fireplace, highlighting the properties original character. Moving through the property, discover the open-plan kitchen/diner, where a dining table offers a sociable spot to converse with the chef as they prepare a range of tasty treats. In the summer months, make mealtimes an alfresco affair with a seat amongst the well-kept greenery of the rear garden, or if you'd prefer, gather together with your loved ones at the dining table indoors. When sleep calls, a king-size and a trundle bedroom can be found on the first floor, with the king-size benefiting from access to its own shower room, whilst the family bathroom leads off from the landing, boasting a corner bath for those blissful evening soaks. The Flintlock Inn is set moments away from your holiday home, a traditional country inn serving a menu of hearty pub fare, ideal for those evenings where you fancy a break from the kitchen, and the vibrant beer garden offers a lovely setting to soak in the sunshine with a crisp pint in hand. Enjoying a rural position within The Blackdown Hills AONB, you'll find an abundance of walking, cycling, and hiking trails leading from your doorstep, including the trek to the summit of Staple Hill and the network of trails leading through Buckland Wood. You'll find all of your local amenities in Combe St Nicholas, with two convenience stores stocking all of the essentials for an enjoyable staycation experience, whilst the Barleymows Farm Shop in Chard offers a wide variety of fresh, locally sourced produce to enjoy from the comfort of your holiday home. For a unique experience, visit Sharandys Birds of Prey where you can come face-to-face with a collection of over 30 birds, or take a step back in time with a tour of Chard Museum. Discover the delights of South West England with a stay at Red Roof.

Combe St Nicholas is a small village in Somerset, between Buckland St Mary and Chard. The village has two convenience stores, a traditional country pub, and a village hall that hosts events such as an annual pantomime. Surrounding the village is the picture-perfect town of Chard, with a museum, leisure centre, shops, pubs and restaurants, whilst an outdoor adventurer's paradise awaits in The Blackdown Hills aonb.

Accommodation

Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size with walk-in shower, 1 x single with pull-out trundle bed suitable for 1 adult or 1 child over the age of 12 years old.

Bathroom with bath, basin and WC.

Kitchen/diner.

Sitting room with woodburning stove

Electric central heating with woodburning stove.

Electric oven and hob, kettle, toaster, microwave, fridge, freezer, washing machine, dishwasher.

TV, WiFi.

Fuel, power and starter pack for woodburning stove included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

One well-behaved dog welcome.

Roadside parking available on a first-come, first-served basis and parking in pub car park opposite is available if needed (let the Landlord know).

Enclosed rear garden with lawn, patio, furniture and fire pit.

Sorry, no smoking.

Shop 4 miles, pub 0.2 miles.

Note: Due to the age of the property, there are some low ceilings and uneven floors, please consider this when booking.

Note: Property will not take bookings of less than 4 nights.