Just a snippet of the fabulous views you can enjoy from Backswood Cottage. This is from the first floor balcony.
Welcome to Backswood Cottage.
Step out of bedroom 1 onto the lower decked area. Perfect place to enjoy your morning coffee.
The sitting-room is super comfy, complemented by a toasty wood-burner.
Step into bedroom 1 and enjoy the superb views which hit you instantly.
The fully equipped and well appointed kitchen.
Step into Backswood Cottage, kick off your shoes and prepare to be wowed!
The sitting-room is the perfect zone to really relax and unwind after an action packed day.
Light the wood-burner and relax, planning tomorrow's adventures.
The dining area perches neatly on the outskirts of the kitchen. A lovely light and airy spot to enjoy any meal.
The kitchen links you neatly to the first floor, where bedroom 2 awaits.
Bedroom 1 is simply stunning and home to this super-king size bed, which can be made into two singles on request.
Morning coffee will have never tasted so good.
Simply stunning views over the owners' private land and grounds.
Bedroom 1 is spacious and airy. With a TV to complement those lazy mornings in bed. Please be aware of the step down into bedroom 1.
And relax.........
Beautiful touches can be found throughout this beautiful retreat.
En suite shower-room to bedroom 1.
Enjoy a power shower following an action packed day of relaxing.
Venture upstairs to bedroom 2, which is equally stunning.
Another fabulous spot to enjoy a touch of al fresco dining. Watching the sun go down in this magical spot before retiring to bed is a real treat.
Now that's what I call a view!
Picture perfect setting at Backswood Cottage from bedroom 2.
Bedroom 2 is also super spacious and welcoming. Plenty of space to really make yourself at home.
Bedroom 2 has an en suite bathroom.
A bubble bath is the perfect way to end the day.
Bedroom 2's en suite also has a shower cubicle for super flexibility.
Superb and thoughtful touches can be enjoyed throughout this fabulous retreat.
Enjoying a glass of something tasty in the summer-house (which is shared with The Pottery) is the best way to start or finish the day.
Relax in comfort in the beautiful summer-house.
The summer-house is cleverly tucked away in the hedgerow.
Welcome to the magical 'Bunnies Nature Garden'.
So much colour bursting out in this special garden.
Each and every feature has been cleverly designed from raw materials.
A lovely spot to catch some shade and listen to the water trickling in the water feature.
Enjoy hours of wandering through this stunning and super creative nature garden.
This beautiful pond is teeming with life.
The wildflowers and long grassy areas make this a heaven on earth for the local wildlife and insect community.
Super structures throughout this beautiful area.
The views out over the rolling countryside can be enjoyed from Bunnies Nature Garden too.
Say hello to a handful of your nosey neighbours in the field below.
Oodles of parking within the designated courtyard for Backswood Cottage.
As you enter the grounds, this is the first sight you will have of the cottage. Please follow the path round to the right to your parking area.
Venturing out and about, head to the beautiful east Devon coast and the stunning beach at Branscombe.
The fabulous town of Tiverton is under five miles away and is most certainly a great day out for all generations.
Exmoor is super stunning and is most certainly worth a trip out to. Paddling in these beautiful low level rivers is such a treat, especially on a hot day.
The landscapes are breathtaking up on Exmoor. For the walkers and explorers, you will find a slice of heaven on Exmoor.
Venture over to Sidmouth. Spend a day on the beach and a trip up Jacobs Ladder.
The stunning south Devon coastline is also worth the car journey. So many hot spots, attractions and superb sights can be enjoyed along this stunning coastline.
7 Nights from £788
Features
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Open fire/wood-burner
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Private parking
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Near a pub
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WiFi
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Linen and towels included
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Working farm
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No pets
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Eco Cottage
Bedroom details
Bedroom 1
Zip and linkBedroom 2
KingThis cottage is an absolute celebration of its setting at Backswood, a working farm set on 150 acres of land, surrounded by ancient woodland. From its hilltop position, the panoramic views from the deck and the balcony will take your breath away. This semi-detached cottage has a perfect balance of warmth, style and luxury, making it the perfect all-year round choice for both couples and family celebrations. Especially as you have the popular town of Tiverton within five miles away, and the east Devon coastline within a short car journey.
In the cottage, the sitting-room has deep comfortable sofas and a wood-burning stove, perfect for cuddling up in front on those chillier evenings (all the wood is provided) and the kitchen has a suitably characterful farmhouse dining-table, the perfect space to enjoy any meal. Remaining on the ground floor, you will find bedroom one, a beautiful super-king size room with a fabulous en suite and glass doors to the ground floor decked area. Enjoying your morning coffee, soaking up the early morning sun is a treat beyond all others. On venturing upstairs, you will be created by a glorious king-size bedroom, also with a gorgeous en suite and a balcony to enjoy your beautiful surroundings from.
When it comes to enjoying your beautiful location, the owners have made this so easy to do. Firstly, you have a superb, shared summer-house, which is nestled into the hedge line, the perfect spot to enjoy a glass of wine in total comfort, whilst feeling at one with nature. The other rather special offering is 'Bunnies Garden'. This magical nature conservation area is home to a vast array of wildlife, from insects to birds and amphibians, a bee garden and bat wall. The beauty is this unique area is totally at your disposal, take daily strolls around the garden or possibly enjoy an evening drink at the fire-pit as the sun goes down, this incredible area will leave you in awe.
Why not enjoy this magical location with even more friends or family. The Pottery (5702) a beautiful retreat for two, is also available to book alongside Backswood Cottage.
Your holiday in this special location will keep you returning year after year, and to ensure that you make the most of your time at Backswood Cottage, the super helpful owners live within the grounds and are on hand to help with any holiday request, no matter how big or small.
Quite apart from being a beautiful property, Backswood Cottage makes the most of the sweeping valley in front of it with the large ground floor deck and the stunning first floor balcony.
Whatever the time of day or time of year, the views and the unique glimpses of wildlife from your own vantage point will delight you. The cottage is at the far end of the farmstead and so you will feel very private, but of course you are invited to discover more about the farm and its conservation area and to explore this amazing place.
The River Exe winds along at the bottom of the valley, tracks will take you through untouched ancient woodland and the top fields will give you views for miles.
If you can tear yourself away from this magical setting, the town of Tiverton is within a very short car journey away and is brimming with history and heritage. From historic houses and castles to several trails and cycle paths at your disposal, there are many ways to enjoy this fabulous town and area, you can even take to the water aboard a canoe, kayak or paddleboard if you wish.
You are also only within an hour from the heart of Exmoor National Park, a magical moorland stretching over 267 square miles, a day walking and exploring in this beautiful area is a must and most certainly worth the drive.
When you want to venture further afield, there are many local walks, country pubs and picturesque villages to be explored. Exeter is under 30 minutes away and is perfect for the shopaholics of the group. The Cathedral City of Exeter is home to a vast array of shops, eateries and cultural sites such as Exeter Cathedral, the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Northcott Theatre.
Should a day on the beach be just the ticket, the east Devon coast offers you the very best in coastline and beaches. Beaches and seaside towns such as Sidmouth, Exmouth and Branscombe are all within an easy car journey away, offering the perfect day out for all generations.
Whichever direction you venture, you will be met by the most beautiful and inviting towns, villages and attractions you can wish for. Returning to the charming Backswood Cottage to relax, recharge and plan the next day's adventures.
Ground Floor
Porch
Entrance hall
Sitting-room with Smart TV and wood-burner
Kitchen/Dining-room with induction hob, electric oven, microwave, fridge/freezer, washing machine and dishwasher
Bedroom 1 with 'zip and link' (super-king or twin) beds, TV and en suite Shower-room with shower, WC and wash-basin
First Floor
Bedroom 2 with king-size double bed (5'), TV and balcony and en suite Bathroom with bath, shower cubicle, WC and wash-basin
Please be aware, there are CCTV cameras in operation on the drive and in the farmyard for security and insurance purposes. There is a camera opposite Backswood Cottage on the barn which will pick up your car as you drive around to the property. *A cot is not provided, bring your own travel cot.
More Information
- No pets
- Arrive/Depart Friday
- Short breaks available
- Wood-burner/Open fire
- Private parking for 2 cars
- WiFi
- No smoking
- Pub 1 mile
- Patio and balcony furniture
- Biomass heating
- Logs for wood-burner
