Skye Cottage

About this property

Recharge with a relaxing holiday in the heart of Devon at this traditional terraced cottage. Skye Cottage is renovated to a high standard, boasting two characterful bedrooms, perfect for a small group getaway with family or friends. Situated on a quiet residential lane is this lovely home, welcoming you straight into an open-plan living area. Settle down after a day of discovering the magical nearby woodlands, rest your feet and let the woodburning stove create a toasty atmosphere as you relax on the sofa. The kitchen is fitted with all the essential amenities to assist your mealtimes on a self-catered trip, all your meals can be enjoyed from the family dining table, where you can pop open a bottle of wine and delight in a delicious home-cooked meal. To the rear of the property, you'll find several stone steps taking you up to an outstanding terraced garden, sloping up to elevated ground where you'll discover a charming summer house, and a top deck, an ideal space to sit out and take in the breathtaking moorland views reaching behind the rooftop. When you're ready to call it a night, take your pick between one of the two lovely bedrooms, a first-floor double room with equally stunning views of the far-reaching countryside, or a quirky second-floor double room boasting character features such as sloped ceilings, exposed beams and a luxury en-suite bathroom. The first-floor room has full access to the first-floor bathroom, where guests can find peace in a soothing bubble bath, or grab a quick wash in the separate shower. Bovey Tracey main street is just a short walk around the corner, boasting an abundance of supermarkets, cafes, pubs, takeaways, a greengrocers, butchers, Devon Guild of Crafts, and the Dartmoor Whisky Distillery. National Trust property Parke is a fifteen-minute walk from the house. This peaceful woodland and riverside offers numerous walks, opportunities for bird spotting, and splashing in the river’s natural pools. Fantastic family attractions nearby include Haldon Forest Park, Woodlands Adventure Park, River Dart Country Park and Crealy Adventure Park, or take an adventurous cycle up the difficult Wray Valley Trail. The picturesque Dartmoor National Park is easily accessible, home to miles of peaceful or strenuous walking trails, sites of antiquities, local wildlife and bouldering and cycling opportunities. Unwind on a warm summer's day at one of Devon's sandy beaches, with quiet coves, paddleboarding, rockpooling and surfing all within 30-minute drive. Venture over to Teignmouth or Torquay to enjoy a day of sunbathing, eating ice-cream by the sea and wandering around the bustling promenades. For a shopping day out to a vibrant city, visit Exeter, an exciting city with a mountain of high street shops, chic restaurants, riverside bars, and a beautiful cathedral. Choose Skye Cottage as your holiday home during a fantastic stay in Devon.

Bovey Tracey is a small town situated in the River Bovey valley, with the town's history being told at the Heritage Centre, such as The Cromwell Arms pub. Nearby is Mill Marsh Park and the Dartmoor Whisky Distillery, found in the Dartmoor National Park Authority, home to a selection of walking trails, cycling routes and picturesque scenery. Other towns and cities in reach include Newton Abbot, Exeter and Teignmouth, making Bovey Tracey an ideal base for an escape to Devon.

Accommodation

Over two floors.

Two bedrooms: 1 x first floor double, 1 x second-floor double with en-suite bath, hand held shower, basin and WC.

Bathroom with bath, separate shower, basin and WC.

Open-plan living space with kitchen, dining area and sitting area with woodburning stove.

External outhouse

Gas central heating and woodburning stove.

Electric oven and gas hob, 1 x fridge, microwave, washer/dryer, dishwasher, TV, books, and WiFi.

Fuel and power included in rent.

Bed linen and towels included in rent.

Roadside parking.

Enclosed terraced garden with a small summer house and furniture.

Sorry, no pets and no smoking.

Shop and pub 0.2 miles.

Note: Steps up to garden.