Holiday Home for Large Groups - Dartmoor - Devon - Self Catering

The Old Mine House is a Devon holiday adventure. Built in 1855 for the captain of the copper mine, the fully renovated, Grade II listed country dwelling hides in nine tranquil wooded acres of Dartmoor National Park , a few miles north of Plymouth.

Perfect for large groups - 7 bedrooms - sleeps 18 - 20 - Self Catering.

The imposing house, reached by a discreet 600-yard country track assuring privacy, is surrounded by rambling farmland, overlooking sleepy Horrabridge on the River Walkham (known for its ancient bridge). Badgers, buzzards and owls daily frequent the wild grounds, as well as the occasional fox, deer and heron. From the gate, the view to nearby Cornwall is outstanding; from the door, an idyllic woodland footpath crosses the stream and winds through bluebell glades towards rugged moor, or, past the big manor and across the meadow, to emerge at the friendly village pub.

Private and safe for youngsters, complementing a large meadow, with its badminton net and shaded pond, is an adventure play area beside the house comprising of swings, treehouse, Wendy house etc. Goats, ducks, geese, chickens and inquisitive guinea-fowl graze the quiet pastoral grounds. Hammocks, summerhouse, apple trees, garden seats, rhododendrons, wetland nature area, log cabin/sauna, scenic lookout tower, covered permanent BBQ/picnic area complete a picture of rural relaxation.

The house is a perfect base for Dartmoor, both Devon coasts and Cornwall , with the EDEN PROJECT just 40 miles away. Much closer are to be found river walks, cycle trails, NT properties, clean South Hams beaches, spectacular Lydford Gorge, and most activity resources including quad-biking, cycling, climbing/abseiling, and river canoeing on the Tamar. A wealth of reference information is available in the house and there is also a tandem-bicycle for guests' use - great for the beautiful 4 mile reservoir perimeter road just over the hill. Suitable for large or small groups, the spacious 7-bedroom capacity comfortably sleeps 16 – 20 maximum; an optional winterised cabin (with bunks and a great view!) further enhances sleeping arrangements. Beds are mainly a mix of doubles and singles, with duvets, linen and extra blankets all included, in centrally-heated and carpeted rooms (some with handbasins), and radios, magazines, a few televisions and even hot water bottles. One bedroom is downstairs; there are three bathrooms and toilets.

The high-ceilinged main lounge, enhanced by books, pictures, a big 28-inch colour freeview TV and radio/cd player,has comfortable sofas around a restored Victorian slate fireplace for winter log fires. A second very cosy lounge with TV/VCR/DVD and video library offers further relaxation space enabling the group to separate if desired.

The large, well-equipped kitchen has a 5-ring ceramic double oven, microwave, fridge-freezers, coffee machine, toaster, Kenwood mixer, blender etc.; dishwasher, washing machine and electric iron are also to hand. Hotplates and food warmers are to be found in the spacious, atmospheric chandeliered dining room, where everyone can eat around one large table. More Information