Birch House Studio is in a peaceful sheltered position with the beautiful Blackdown Hills on the doorstep.
The bright and spacious open plan living space has French windows out onto your patio.
There is plenty of space for your car at the side of the cottage, keeping the patio clear so that you can enjoy sitting there.
The cottage looks out over the owner's gardens which are much enjoyed by the local wildlife.
There is an immaculate kitchen with absolutely all you will need during your stay here
Another view of the dining-area of this lovely one-level cottage.
You can park at the side of the cottage so that you keep the view for yourselves.
The cottage has a wonderfully comfortable recliner armchair and sofa.
Beyond the kitchen door is the utility-area, a downstairs cloakroom and your side entrance door. You can access the second bedroom this way too.
This view shows you the layout of the open plan space in relation to the main bedroom.
The kitchen is very contemporary and has a great range of equipment.
There is an integrated oven and microwave.
Birch House Studio is a perfect place to just relax and put your feet up.
The log effect electric fire adds a cosy feel to an out-of-season break.
The main bedroom has a brand new, super comfy, king-sized bed.
Another view of the main bedroom. You are sure to sleep soundly here. The cottage is in a truly peaceful setting.
The bedroom' s side window looks out to the grassy bank behind the cottage that borders the adjacent field. It is not overlooked at all.
There is a fitted dressing table and plenty of wardrobe space. The door leads to the wet-room style shower-room.
The shower-room has a convenient wet-room shower-area. It can be accessed directly from the single bedroom too.
The single bedroom is tucked away at the back of the cottage - again, not overlooked at all.
There is plenty of storage in this bedroom too
By the entrance door is your utility-area and to the left of it the cloakroom.
The Blackdown Hills Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty is renowned for its natural habitats..... some prefer to visit the pretty garden that the cottage looks out over !
The coast is an easy drive - this is Sidmouth in east Devon.
The National Trust gardens and house at Killerton between Tiverton and Exeter.
Explore the Jurassic Coast a little further afield into Dorset - within easy reach of Birch House Studio.
Birch House Studio
24604.4 miles S of Wellington | Sleeps 3 (no children under 16)
7 Nights from £430
The location of attractions is intended only as a guide. Distances are 'as the crow flies'.
Nearby pub
With stunning views over the Culm Valley, The Half Moon is certainly worth a visit for its traditional homemade food and Real Ales. In the cooler months there is a lovely log fire to welcome you!
August 2014
Lovely country Pub with a breathtaking view
good selection of beers and ciders. food is scrumptious and the sunday roasts delicous. nice atmosphere with friendly chatty people
Nearby beach
With stunning views across Lyme Bay, this shingle beach stretches for about a mile. Take your swimmers, this is a good swimming beach and ideal for kayaking. If you'd rather not walk on the pebbles there's a flat esplanade which is much easier going.
June 2024
Very enjoyable time spent here
We spent several hours at Seaton, were lucky to have a beautiful day do spent the whole time on the beach watching the world go by, on leaving we visited the local supermarket to stock up on supplies, lovely day
November 2021
Beer
The walk from Seaton to Beer is well worth the effort. Either using the coastal path or footpath from the end of Seaton beach to Beer makes a good walk to be rewarded by the prettiest of bays.
Nearby walk
Start from the Half Moon Inn and take this five mile easy walk through the valleys of the Blackdown Hills. Make sure you have a map or good directions and you should end up back at the pub for a well deserved pint at the end.
Nearby town
Radiating out for over 140 miles from where we've marked as a centrepoint, this designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty straddles the Devon and Somerset border. The Blackdown Hills paint a picture of the quintessential image of rural England. Rolling hills and deep valleys, sparsely populated except for the grazing cattle, it is the perfect destination for a classic countryside retreat. Criss-crossed with footpaths and country lanes linking the tiny hamlets and villages together, this is idyllic walking country.
Also nearby
A traditional country pub centrally located in the heart of Churchinford at the foot of the Blackdown Hills. Food is traditional pub grub and children and dogs are very welcome.
August 2024
The York Inn
Excellent pub, food menu and welcoming staff, just make sure you book!!
We used The York Inn most nights and look forward to returning there next year.
July 2022
The York Inn
Great pub, excellent food with huge portions. Sadly no garden. Friendly staff and locals.
A traditional old style cinema in Art Deco style with seating in the stalls and circle. A kiosk in the foyer offers a wide selection of confectionery, popcorn, ice cream and drinks with licenced bar service provided at most screenings. Take a look their Web site for film details.
August 2011
Lovely old fashioned theatre/cinema. Great value for money compared to the modern Odeon in Taunton.
If you're an aviation fanatic, this modern coffee bar and restaurant suitated on the edge of Dunkeswell Airfield, will be right up your street! It's also popular with families as it offers a warm welcome and extensive menu with something to suit everyone. Check out their live music events and themed nights if you fancy something different.
April 2017
Very impressive
As my partner is a pilot it was inevitable we would need to visit the airfield.... usually these places are quite basic and food is obligatory greasy spoon type fare....but not here in Dunkeswell! Very impressed and very helpful staff. Food great and very reasonably priced too and dogs are welcome. The location of the outdoor seating also means you get an excellent view of aircraft both landing, taking off and parking up....
A country pub in the heart of the Blackdown Hills, you can enjoy 'pints, pies & pork scratchings - or a nice glass of wine', as well as their locally produced menu.
August 2022
High quality place to eat. Cut above most other pubs.
Excellent high quality gastro pub in a nice setting. A real find and special place for lunch or dinner.
March 2018
Without a doubt Best Pub in the Area
Excellent food and service, cosy atmosphere, proper pub, within easy walking distance of the Cowshed
A wonderful Gothic pile with stunning formal gardens and beautiful interiors. The walled garden provides produce for the Stables restaurant where you can watch the gardeners at work or explore the woodland walks.
September 2020
Knightshayes
Interesting house surrounded by magnificent gardens.
May 2014
Free parking and walk for dog
We couldn't go in as we had the dog with us, but the car park was free and there's a nice woodland walk off the car park where dogs can walk off the lead. Nice setting and surrounding countryside.
September 2012
Stunning
One of the best national trust properties we've ever been to, something for all ages. The gardens are fantastic and offer both formal and woodland styles. Well worth a visit!
May 2012
Beautiful gardens!
The gardens are the jewel of this property, with many different areas; woodland, formal garden, meadow, parkland and a stunning restored kitchen garden which provides produce for the lovely stables restaurant. Highly recommended and really easy access from the M5.
July 2010
One of the finest surviving Gothic Revival houses, this rare example of the work of eccentric architect William Burges has extraordinary medieval romantic interiors. The beautiful garden includes a kitchen garden.
April 2009
Glorious garden. Monster house, but interesting contents.
July 2008
Good National Trust property
Interesting house and gardens, even kept the kids going for two hours.
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