Harthanger View Cottage, Luxborough

Property Summary
Harthanger View Cottage in Luxborough (Somerset) has recently been converted from a barn to holiday cottage for four guests. The property is situated on a working farm within Exmoor National Park; it is nestled in an idyllic valley between the Brendon Hills and the Exmoor coast and countryside.

Main Description
Harthanger View Cottage in Luxborough, Exmoor (Somerset) offers self-catering accommodation for up to 4 guests. The ground floor consists of an open plan kitchen and sitting room. One bedroom with a king size bed and its own bathroom (bath and separate shower) leads off this. The centre piece of the living room is a spiral staircase that leads up to a mezzanine area, which has two single beds and an en-suite comprising a toilet and bath. Outside there is a newly completed patio with a picnic table to the rear.

Due to the spiral staircase and mezzanine area, this cottage is not suitable for small children.

The cottage may be suitable for guests with restricted mobility as it can be accessed without having to use steps, through the back door. The downstairs bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with both bath and a separate shower.

Barn conversion property sleeping up to 4 guests (plus cot)
One ground floor double bedroom (king-size bed) with en-suite, bath and shower
Spiral stairs up to mezzanine level where there are twin beds and with en-suite, bath only
Situated on a working sheep farm within Exmoor National Park
Fabulous area for walking with the famous Coleridge Way passing nearby
Spacious kitchen, dining and living room on the ground floor
Patio with table and chairs and barbecue
Walking distance to the village pub which serves good food
Towels and bed linen provided
Superfast broadband, heating and electricity included
EV Charging point available
Arrive from 3 pm
Depart by 9.30 am

The farm is mainly a sheep farm, with several hundred sheep in residence. There are also some highly productive free-range hens and Indian Runner ducks on site too, plus Red, Fallow and Roe deer are often seen on the farm as well. There is also the option of taking your horse on holiday.

Please note: There is little or no mobile phone signal in Luxborough, however you can obtain some signal a short drive up the road. Wifi is available in the property at no extra cost and there is a landline phone at the farm that you can use on request.

Harthanger View is situated on the same farm as The Granary and Mill Cottage, which is are two other holiday properties, sleeping up to 4 and 6 guests respectively. Each cottage has allocated parking facilitates and the outdoor areas are separate and enclosed.

Indoor Description
This has not been completed by the owner.

Outdoor Description
The patio to the rear of the property is enclosed by a wall, fencing and a five-bar gate, an adventurous dog could probably get out.

Dogs must be under close control at all times as there is livestock nearby on the farm. Dogs can be off the lead in the garden area providing they are supervised. There is always a field they can run around off the lead away from livestock, you will be shown which field on arrival as it varies.

Bike storage - It would be possible to use a stable for secure bike storage by agreement.

Equestrian facilities - available to guests on a DIY basis from March through to the end of October
The farm has direct access to excellent hacking including the famous Coleridge Way bridle path. What better way to explore the local countryside than on horseback?
The farm offers modern stabling facilities in a newly converted American Barn. There is a wash down area and large secure tack room with drying facilities. Individual turnout paddocks can be provided and hay and straw is included in the price. Charges are £20 per night per horse for stabling and turnout.

Parking
There is parking for 2 cars just a short distance from the front door (approx 15 metres).
There is an EV charger on site, the owners charge a competitive rate based on current prices. You will need to provide the owner with your email address so they can authorise you to use the podpoint charge point.

Pets Description
Dogs: One well behaved dog is welcome by prior arrangement for a supplementary fee of £25. You are expected to be vigilant and keep your dog under close control at all times as there will be livestock in the immediate vicinity on the farm. There will however be a field nearby where you can exercise your dog which is stock free.
Guests must also note that dogs are not allowed on the furniture, on the beds and you must not leave your dog alone in the property at any time.
There are lots of lovely walks a short walk/drive from the farm where your dog can be exercised freely, including dog friendly beaches. The local pub is also dog friendly and can be reached via a footpath.

Equestrian facilities - available to guests on a DIY basis from March through to the end of October
The farm has direct access to excellent hacking including the famous Coleridge Way bridle path. What better way to explore the local countryside than on horseback?
The farm offers modern stabling facilities in a newly converted American Barn. There is a wash down area and large secure tack room with drying facilities. Individual turnout paddocks can be provided and hay and straw is included in the price. Charges are £25 per horse, per night for stabling and turnout. £15 per night turnout only.

Restricted mobility
The cottage may be suitable for guests with restricted mobility as it can be accessed through the back door, without having to use steps at the front of the property. The downstairs bedroom has an en-suite bathroom with both bath and a separate shower.

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

Luxborough is a peaceful hamlet in the Brendon Hills of Exmoor National Park, about 6 miles south of Dunster. Three tiny settlements -- Churchtown, Kingsbridge, and Pooltown -- nestle in a wooded valley at 600 feet.

This is a deeply rural corner of Exmoor where farming and forestry have replaced the iron mining that once sustained the community. The ancient Church of St Mary in Churchtown dates back to the 13th century, with a medieval stone cross in its churchyard that is a scheduled ancient monument. Many of the cottages in the area are thatched, and the pace of life is wonderfully unhurried.

The Washford River rises near Luxborough and flows through the valley, giving the hamlet of Pooltown its name from the many pools along its course. The surrounding woodland is rich with wildlife -- red deer, buzzards, and woodland birds are regularly spotted.

Luxborough has no shops or general stores. The nearest everyday amenities are in Dunster (6 miles north), which has a good range of independent shops, a post office, butcher, and galleries. The market town of Watchet (7 miles northeast) and Minehead (9 miles north) offer supermarkets, pharmacies, and a wider range of services.

Security Deposit Information
A £60.00 security deposit is required.
This will be added to the total price of your booking, and will be refunded after your stay unless the owner discovers damage to the property or its contents after your departure.

As a guest of this cottage, you'll find barbecue grills, a garden, and laundry facilities. The front desk is open around the clock.

This Taunton cottage is smoke free.