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  • A house with a thatched roof stone driveway and garage near a church at Church Thatch in Abbotskerswell
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Church Thatch

(Ref. 1176689)

Abbotskerswell, Devon Show on map

Sykes rating

  • 12 Guests

  • 5 Bedrooms

  • 3 Bathrooms

  • Pets: Yes

Features

  • Off road parking
  • Open fire
  • Garden / Patio
  • Washing machine
  • Dishwasher
  • Sky TV
  • Broadband / WiFi

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Summary

  • Over three floors
  • Five bedrooms: 1 x superking-size double with en-suite walk-in shower, 1 x double, 2 x twin
  • Bathroom with roll-top bath, rainfall shower over, hand-held shower, basin and WC
  • Second floor: 1 x family room with super king bed, 4ft double and single bed and en-suite walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • Kitchen/diner
  • Utility
  • Sitting room with woodburner
  • Snug room with further bed available on request
  • AGA gas range cooker and single induction hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine, dishwasher, TV with full Sky package, DVD player, Xbox 360, WiFi and selection of books, video games and DVDs
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off road parking for 3 cars
  • Astro turf garden with children’s play area and outdoor games and a further paved terrace for al fresco dining
  • One well behaved dog welcome
  • No smoking
  • Local Shop 0.3 miles, pub/restaurant 0.1 miles
  • Note: The AGA will be turned off during the summer months as it is too hot in the kitchen, induction hobs, worktop ovens, toaster, grill are in place for cooking.

Your home away from home

Church Thatch is a three-storey thatched cottage with idyllic views is situated in the heart of the picturesque village of Abbotskerswell in Devon.

This home replicates 500-year-old surrounding thatched farmhouse properties, yet has all the contemporary features of a house built only 15 years ago.

Stepping into Church Thatch, on your right you will find a cosy snug room where the kids can keep occupied on the Xbox 360, as well as a choice of games to choose from.

The main sitting room can be found across the hall and offers ample seating for the whole family to come together and enjoy a movie night.

Rustle up a feast in the well-equipped kitchen, fitted with a large AGA cooker, Smeg fridge/freezer and dishwasher and plenty of workspace to prepare your meals on.

There is also a large dining table for those formal dining moments!

Spoilt for choice, the first floor hosts four beautifully presented bedrooms, dressed in a neutral colour scheme and some benefitting from TVs, along with a family bathroom with luxurious roll-top bath and rainfall shower.

The second floor is entirely comprised of a family room with a superking bed (can be split into two 3' singles on request), 4ft double and single bed, plus an en-suite shower room for added convenience.

To the outside is an floodlight Astro turfed pitch and a set of goals, perfect for a kick about in the garden, along with a children’s play area and a set of table and chairs for the adults to watch from!

Surrounded by rolling hills above the English Riviera, this property offers het perfect location to take long walks or cycle to enjoy the beauty of the Devon countryside.

Six miles away is the popular Oddicombe Beach, offering a variety of watersports for those who dare!

Gather the whole family together for a memorable retreat to Church Thatch.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £350.

Where you’ll be staying

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ABBOTSKERSWELL

Newton Abbot 2 miles; Torquay 7 miles; Exeter 18 miles; Plymouth 32 miles.

Abbotskerswell is a village in the English county of Devon located two miles south of the town of Newton Abbot and within easy access of the seaside resort of Torquay, Dartmoor, Exeter and Plymouth. The village has many listed buildings, a local shop, a primary school, the 17th century Court Farm Inn/Restaurant, as well as tearooms. Abbotskerswell was developed around the growing of apples and oranges for cider making and the village hosts the annual "Abbfest" beer and food festival which celebrates Devon food and drink. A short drive takes you to Newton Abbot which is situated in the heart of The English Riviera, with its mild climate and thriving palm trees. The market towns of Totnes and Newton Abbot offer plenty of modern shops as well as one of the only traditional working Malthouses left in the UK, offering the finest selection of bottled beers in Devon. The popular seaside town of Torquay in South Devon holds many delights for both families and couples, from an abundance of children’s activities whatever the weather, to coastal walks, restaurants and nightlife, with an abundance of opportunities for shopping and a great number of good places to eat and drink. A stay in Abbotskerswell can be as relaxed or as active as you choose, with plenty of activities to choose from if required.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas