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Situated in the heart of the beautiful Devon countryside, between the towns of Cullompton and Bradninch and only ten miles away from the Cathedral city of Exeter, Highdown Organic Farm is the ideal place to take a holiday or short break at any time of the year.
There are three comfortable, well equipped, self catering cottages to choose from. They are peacefully situated with stunning views of the surrounding countryside, ideal for both couples and families to take time out and relax.
Guests are most welcome to spend time exploring the farm, including watching
the cows being milked, making friends with our ponies, feeding our goats & pigs,
discovering the lovely walks through our lanes and fields and spotting the
wildlife along the way.
There is so much to see and do closeby for all ages, from quadbiking at Quadworld to visiting nearby Killerton National Trust house & gardens. Travel a little further afield and you will discover Crealy Adventure Park, the famous Jurassic coastline and the wild open moorland and granite tors of Dartmoor, just a few of the many places to visit.
Highdown Farm self catering holiday cottages date back about 400 years. They have been renovated and tastefully decorated to a very high standard and are well furnished and equipped throughout.
You will find the cottages situated in a peaceful location, high above the Culm Valley, with breathtaking views of the countryside beyond - early risers will see some magnificent sunrises! It is an idyllic place to have a relaxing holiday away from the hustle and bustle of everyday living.
The cottages belong to the Green Tourism Business Scheme and have a Silver award, click here to see our green policy and discover ways in which you can help protect the environment during your stay with us.
There are two cottages and a converted barn to choose from. The Old Farmhouse is very spacious, ideal for large families or two families sharing, it sleeps eight people and two babies, whilst Poorman's Cot is cosy and compact, perfect for a small family, this one sleeps up to four people and a baby. The Cider Barn is an ideal retreat for couples to relax and take time out.
All three cottages can be hired for larger parties, i.e. for a family gathering or special celebration.
Many years ago, this barn (adjoining Poorman's Cot) was used as a place to press the apples from the farm's orchards to make cider. Now, thoughtful and creative restoration has turned it into a very special place for two.
The ground floor comprises of an open-plan lounge with sofa, flat screen television with freeview and DVD player. An oil fired stove to keep you snug on those frosty evenings and a dining area. French windows lead to a secluded garden.
The well-equipped fitted kitchen area has an electric oven & hob, fridge, washer-dryer and microwave.
The bathroom is situated on the ground floor and has a bath with power shower, wash-basin, toilet and airing cupboard.
Upstairs tucked away beneath the beams you will find a romantic galleried bedroom area with a double bed and organic bed linen. The perfect hideaway for two!
Formerly a
farm worker's cottage adjoining The Old Farmhouse. It is smaller and very cosy,
but please do not be misled by its name! It derives from 'Poorman's Close' - the
name of a field which borders the cottages. This colourful, homely cottage
sleeps 4 people, ideal for a small family. A cot and highchair can also be
provided.
The fitted kitchen/diner is well equipped with dishwasher, fridge-freezer,
washer-dryer, microwave and electric cooker, pine table and chairs.
In the sitting room you will find comfy sofas, wide screen colour TV with Freeview, Video & DVD player. A selection of DVD's and videos are also provided.
Upstairs there are two bedrooms - One double room with a king size bed, and one bedroom with a bunk bed. Organic Bed linen is provided.
The bathroom has a bath with power shower, toilet and washbasin. Next door
to the bathroom is an airing cupboard.
The house is centrally heated throughout.
At the back of the house is a small secluded garden with table, chairs and
Barbeque
The largest of the three properties. A very spacious house, ideal for family get togethers and special celebrations. It sleeps up to 8 people, two cots and highchairs can also be provided.
Upstairs you will find four bedrooms, an en-suite shower room and a bathroom:-
The first bedroom has twin beds which can be zip & linked together to make a super-king size bed.
Beside it is a smaller bedroom which has a single bed.
Next is a spacious double room with a king-size bed and en-suite shower room with toilet and washbasin.
These rooms are situated at the front of the house and have stunning views of our farmland and the surrounding countryside.
The fourth bedroom, is situated at the back of the house overlooking our farmland, it is a spacious room with three single beds.
Next to it is the bathroom which has a bath with over-bath shower, washbasin and toilet. An additional toilet can be found on the ground floor.
All the beds have duvets and bed linen (except cot linen) & towels are supplied.
Downstairs there is a very spacious lounge with comfy sofas,
a flat screen television with Freeview, Video & DVD players and a selection of
DVDs and videos. There is a large inglenook fireplace with a large wood burner.
Logs are supplied free of charge to keep you warm and cosy on those wintry days.
The spacious fitted kitchen is very well-equipped with dishwasher, microwave, fridge-freezer, washer-dryer and electric cooker. It also has a dining area with pine table and chairs.
The house is centrally heated throughout.
There is a large garden at the back of the house with garden furniture & a Barbeque
Highdown Farm is conveniently situated in the heart of Mid Devon, South West England, in a quiet and secluded location only 10 miles from the city of Exeter and one mile between the towns of Cullompton and Bradninch. It is within easy reach of Tiverton Parkway railway station and both Exeter and Bristol airports. Westpoint Exhibition Centre is also easily accessible
Quad
World, Bradninch 3 miles
Diggerland,
Willand, 4 miles
Killerton House & Gardens, Broadclyst, 5 miles
Crealy Adventure Park, Exeter, 15 miles
Bicton Park & Botanical Gardens, 22 miles
Beaches
There are some lovely beaches within 45 minutes drive away.
Exmouth has a long sandy beach, ideal for making sandcastles, whilst the
coastal town of Sidmouth has a pebbly beach and cliff top walks.
The spectacular Jurrassic coastline which includes the pretty villages of
Beer and
Branscombe are less that an hours drive
away.
The Moors
Both the rolling granite tors of
Dartmoor and the wooded valleys and hills of
Exmoor are within easy reach.
Cycling
There is a good network of excellent cycle paths in Devon. The
nearest is at Tiverton Parkway railway station. Others include the Exeter
Canal and The Tarka Trail.
Exeter with its great new shopping centre is only a 30 minutes drive away.
Darts Farm at Topsham includes a farm shop, gifts, childrens clothes and toys and outdoor clothing as well as restaurant.
Places to Eat
The Merry Harriers Westcott EX15 1SA
Tel: 01392 881100 Extensive
menu, local food. Three miles by car, can also be reached by walking down
our farm track, a lovely walk, but stout shoes are needed as track is steep,
rough and at times can be muddy! 1.2 miles on foot.
The Five Bells Clyst Hydon EX15 2NT (5
miles)
Tel: 01884 277288
Excellent home cooking and locally produced food, award winning pies.
Lovely beer garden with play area.
The Keepers Cottage, Kentisbeare, EX15
2EB (5 miles)
Tel: 01884 266247
Popular & friendly pub with separate dining areas, serving good home cooked &
locally produced food.
Hugh Fernley-Whittingstall's River Cottage Stores & Canteen, Axminster, EX13 5AN (22 miles) Tel: 01297 631862
Excellent food, relaxed atmosphere, friendly staff. Booking recommended especially for Sunday Lunch or Evening Meals
Tel 01392 881028
www.highdownfarm.co.uk
Devon self catering holiday cottages