Beautiful thatched house and two flats sleeps 8+

Smithincott Barton Farm is a smallholding in the Devon countryside. The accommodation consists of a large 2/3 bedroom cottage plus 2 self contained one bedroom apartments in a converted stable. We are dog friendly (max two per property) and there is plenty of parking. On the edge of the Blackdown Hills and in a peaceful rural location, we are only 5 mins from the M5. Exmoor, Dartmoor and both the North and South coasts are within easy drives, making this an ideal base to explore the area. All 3 properties have been newly refurbished to a high standard and have been furnished and decorated with antiques, vintage signs and contemporary art works. Each has it's own outside space and the Linhay has a large garden with a good sized outside dining area. There is access to our fields and a paddock is available for dog exercise. Fast Fibre Broadband with reliable wifi 40-43" Smart HD TVs Nespresso coffee makers in the stables We can setup a communal dining space in the Linhay so everyone can eat together. Accommodation is as follows: The Linhay is a 2/3 bedroom thatched cottage which is well-equipped yet quirky with vintage signs, antiques and art works throughout. There is a dining kitchen with pantry and a utility room perfect for dogs and leaving your coats and boots after a countryside walk. Also, on the ground floor, there is a lounge with open fire, garden room and a cloakroom. On the first floor there is a large contemporary shower room, spacious master bedroom with views over the garden and a good sized second bedroom with adjoining room which has a double futon. The Old Stable and the Loft These are both large one bedroom apartments in the converted stables of the farm. Both have a large lounge with kitchen and dining areas, plus double bedrooms. On the ground floor, the Old Stable has an en-suite shower room, and is also ideal for those with walking difficulties as you can park right outside the front door. The Old Stable also has an Eco friendly and easy to use Bio ethanol fireplace. We have plenty of parking and storage so multiple cars and bicycle storage is not a problem. You have your outside areas with seating and tables. We have 8 acres where you can say hello to our pedigree Ryeland sheep and have fresh eggs from our chickens. There is a dog friendly fully fenced exercise area in the field and you are also welcome to climb the hill to take in the sunset! The river Culm is an easy 5 minute walk. We live in the main farmhouse at Smithincott Barton, and we’re here to help and advise – but if you would rather have the time completely to yourself you won’t need to see us! Smithincott is a hamlet located about 1 mile from the village of Uffculme, which has two shops, a pub and a cafe. There are lovely walks straight from the farm, including the River Culm which is 5 minutes walk away. The area is great for cycling, and there are various pubs in striking distance. Despite being in the countryside we have fantastic communications. Smithincott Barton Farm is quickly accessible by road, being just a few miles to both junctions 27 and 29 on the M5. The Devon link road to Exmoor and the North West Coast is also 5 minutes away. Tiverton Parkway station is a mere 10 minute drive away, with fast trains from London taking from as little as 2 hrs 15 mins. Exeter airport is a 25 minute drive, and Bristol International Airport just over an hour. This is country "proper"! It is quiet and peaceful (apart from very noisy birds), but it's a farming area - with passing tractors (and sometimes cows and sheep). We have Charlie the terrier who is very friendly, plus our own sheep and chickens. There is space for you to store bikes if you wish (the area is great for cycling), and if you want to travel by train with your bike, we can pick up your luggage from Tiverton Parkway Station, leaving you to cycle the 4.3 miles (7km) back to Smithincott Barton Farm.