Property Summary
West Down Country House is a charming Georgian home near South Molton, sleeping up to 18 guests and up to 5 well-behaved dogs. With quirky, creative interiors, a large garden, hot tub, pizza oven and BBQ, it’s perfect for relaxing (or adventurous) family holidays and countryside celebrations.
Main Description
West Down Country House, near South Molton (North Devon), is a spacious Georgian Arts and Crafts-style home located on a peaceful country estate. With creative interiors, generous living areas and a large garden, it’s a perfect base for family get-togethers and special occasions.
Sleeps up to 18 guests in 8 bedrooms
Large country house with characterful interior
Set within a private estate with access to the house and gardens
Spacious living room, dining room (seating 16), kitchen and games room
South-facing terrace with undercover hot tub, pizza oven and BBQ area
Peaceful rural setting, just outside South Molton and within easy reach of Exmoor
Bed linen and towels provided
Wi-Fi, heating and electricity included
Up to 5 well-behaved dogs welcome for £25 each
Strictly no smoking
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am
The ground floor includes: the kitchen which is fully equipped with a range cookers, dishwashers, and an American-style fridge freezer with ice maker; the dining room seats up to 18 guests. The sitting room has a wood-burning stove and TV. The conservatory opens onto a patio area with an outdoor kitchen, which includes a barbecue and pizza oven, as well as a seating area and a hot tub. The ground floor also includes two toilets.
The first floor comprises five bedrooms; one family room with a king-size bed and bunk beds, two double rooms (one of which also includes a single bed), one twin room, and one super-king room. All bedrooms on this floor have en-suite facilities. There is also a separate bathroom with a bath, shower, and toilet.
The second floor has a further three bedrooms; a twin bedroom with shower room en-suite, a cosy single bedroom with a hand basin, a double room, and a reading room for those seeking quiet moments!
Indoor Description
This has not been completed by the owner.
Outdoor Description
The outside space at the property is a delight - the private garden includes a covered hot tub, barbecue, pizza oven, and a fire pit. The property’s outdoor amenities, along with its capacity to accommodate a large group, make it suitable for gatherings such as multi-generational family holidays, hen parties or family reunions.
This unique Arts and Crafts country house is situated in the beautiful North Devon countryside, the surrounding area is home to a variety of local wildlife and guests can enjoy views of the estate and surrounding landscape from the property.
The nearby town of South Molton is a short drive away, where you can explore unique independent shops, traditional butchers, and quaint tea rooms.
Parking
Ample parking on the drive beside the property for 10 cars
Pets Description
Up to 5 well-behaved dogs welcome, for supplement of £25 per dog.
Please don’t let dogs on the furniture, especially sofas and beds.
Guests are responsible for cleaning up after their pets.
Please clean muddy dogs using the outside tap and the dog towels provided.
Dogs must not be left alone in the property.
Stair gates are provided which help control where dogs can wander.
Guests are responsible for their dog/s and you will be charged for any damage caused by your dog.
Restricted mobility
This property has level access to the ground floor, the bedrooms are located on the first and second floors.
Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.
Christmas / New Year
This has not been completed by the owner.
The region
South Molton is a small town sitting just outside the boundary of Exmoor National Park, with good access from the A361 link road. Dating back to Saxon times, this classic British market town is formed around a pretty central square with impressive historic buildings to either side. Originally, it was an important centre of the UK’s wool trade and textile trade, and still has a local market on Thursday and a farmers market on Saturday. Barnstaple, North Devon’s main market town, with its famous Pannier Market and Butchers Row – excellent for both meat and locally caught fish, is within easy reach and offers a range of shopping facilities and other activities.
This area provides a great base for walking, cycling and exploring. There are miles of walking routes and many pretty villages to sightsee throughout North Devon and Exmoor. There are also opportunities to ride, to play golf or to visit a number of outstanding gardens such as those at Marwood, Castle Hill Estate and RHS Rosemoor. The famous Tarr Steps, The Chains - a wonderful place for the experienced walker - the Tarka Trail, the North Devon coastal path. The north coast from Minehead through Porlock and Lynton to Woody Bay and the Valley of the Rocks are some of the most stunning scenery in Britain boasting the highest cliffs. The beaches at Saunton and Croyde are not far away (approx 40-45 mins by car).
