Cottage with Heated Outdoor Pool in Gardens. Peaceful Location with Great Views.

Shillings Cottage is a little romantic hideaway for two, with just enough room for a baby in a cot. It lies in the beautiful Blackdown Hills which are rich in wildlife. You may see heron, ducks, woodpeckers, kingfishers, pheasants, buzzards and sparrow hawks as well as deer, badgers rabbits and foxes. Hidden from roads, there is little traffic noise and low light pollution. The stone cottage lies in an open peaceful setting within six acres of gardens and orchard. It is the only cottage to-let on the property. Downstairs the cottage kitchen has a dining table and chairs and a comfortable arm chair, beech worktops and hand painted tiles. The small bathroom has a w.c, sink and Mira power shower. The stairs lead up to the living room/bedroom where you will find a comfy sofa where you can sit and read in the sunshine through the French windows or watch the TV, which can also be seen from the super- king bed. This has a thick comfortable mattress and a soft topper. French windows open onto a wide balcony, entwined with roses and clematis, with shade from a walnut tree. Set with a table and chairs ready for alfresco dining, you can eat al fresco and survey the landscape. Steps lead down to the swimming pool. This is available from May until September. You are welcome to enjoy a swim. The pool is available most of the time and reserved for your own private use from 2pm until 4pm each day. The pool is sixteen feet by thirty feet, with roman end steps leading in at a constant depth of between four and five foot throughout. In a sheltered corner is a suntrap with a glass topped table, reclining chairs and a parasol for shade. Or you may head for the teak recliners on the lawns where you can lean back on soft cushions to read or simply to sleep. Just a short walk from Shillings Cottage, on the river Culm, lies the historic village of Hemyock with its Castle, shops, excellent pub, take away, Post Office, bowling green, boules and tennis courts. There are also many traditional country pubs in the local villages nearby, serving food, local beers, ciders and fine wines. The Blackdown Hills are the perfect destination for those who enjoy walking, cycling or horse-riding amid unspoilt countryside. The gently rolling landscape retains old fashioned methods of farming, with small meadows surrounded by banks and hedges within small dairy or beef cattle and sheep farms. You can walk straight from the door through grassy fields or along one of the many footpaths, or take a stroll beside the river. Or enjoy the birdsong while you picnic on a hillside. You may bring your own bike or borrow one of the owners and cycle the quiet lanes, over the hills and through the valleys. For those who want to explore the area further, to the south, the Jurassic Coast is within 16 miles. Here you will find both many quiet beaches and small seaside villages on the stretch between Lyme Regis and Exmouth. The coast path runs right along this coast and also along the North coast, which is within an hour's drive and has long, sandy beaches famous for surf. Exmoor, Dartmoor, Lundy Island, the Eden Project, Rosemoor and Clovelly are all within reach. There are also many historic houses nearby and lovely gardens to visit. The city of Exeter is 22 miles, Taunton is 12 miles and the small market towns of Honiton and Wellington are 9 and 6 miles respectively. The owners will be happy to give ideas, directions and recommendations. We have a range of walks and maps available. Please note: The cottage, balcony, terrace and gardens around the pool have. 4G mobile phone reception and free WIFI broadband internet coverage. Central heating is included. There is secure off road parking. There are some books and games available within the cottage and DVD’s may be borrowed from the owners. An online shopping service can be ordered by you and unpacked prior to your arrival. There is no smoking inside the cottage. The pool is occasionally used by the owners. The water temperature may be affected by adverse weather conditions. The cottage is not suitable for older children. We have found that babies sleep best in a familiar cot, so we ask guests to bring their own. A high chair can be provided. Pease mention you will be bringing a baby and the age. One small or medium size well behaved dog is welcome, with an additional charge of £100. Please enquire when booking. There is a damage deposit of £50. These charges are payable on arrival.