Stockham Farm, Dulverton

Property Summary
The Victorian Wing of Stockham Farm, near Dulverton (Somerset) is a spacious self-contained wing of a traditional period Exmoor farmhouse, situated in the hills just 1.4 miles from the small town of Dulverton, in the beautiful Exmoor National Park. Sleeps up to 4 guests and is pet-friendly.

Main Description
The Victorian Wing of Stockham Farm, Dulverton (Somerset) has been recently refurbished to a high standard and now offers comfortable holiday accommodation for up to 4 guests. The farmhouse was formerly three cottages, and the Victorian Wing is completely self-contained, with its own front door, private garden and plentiful parking. Situated on a farm in a stunning Exmoor setting, guests can enjoy panoramic views and tranquillity is guaranteed!

Sleeps up to 4 guests in two bedrooms
One king-size double bedroom
One super king-size double bedroom, which can be made up as twin beds on request
Bathroom with shower over bath
Bespoke kitchen with dining table
Spacious sitting room with wood-burning stove
Lovely views across the farm and the Exe Valley to the surrounding countryside
Private garden with outside furniture
Dogs welcome (3 max) for supplement of £30 per dog
Heating, electricity and wifi included
Bed linen and towels are provided
Arrive from 4 pm
Depart by 10 am

Well behaved dogs welcome (maximum of 2) for £30 supplement per dog. Sorry, no puppies (aged less than 12 months). Please do not allow your dogs upstairs, on the furniture or leave them unattended.

We also welcome horses to stay with their owners at Stockham Farm. We are experienced equestrians ourselves and the farm has British Horse Society 'Horses Welcome' accreditation. The riding out from Stockham is fabulous, with no need to use roads to reach moorland, fields, riverside tracks, woodland etc. Horses are charged at £20 per horse/pony per night either on DIY livery in beautiful stone stables or on turnout in fenced paddocks. Hay and straw included in the price.

Indoor Description
Completely self-contained, The Victorian Wing of the farmhouse at Stockham Farm has an impressive front door, leading into the porch (great for removing muddy boots and drying off muddy paws). The sitting-room is welcoming and characterful and boasts underfloor heating, as well as a fabulous inglenook fireplace with a wood-burning stove! Comfy chairs and sofa, bookcases, board games and a smart TV, ensure all creature comforts are there for you.

A few steps lead up to a half-landing where you will find the entrance into the bespoke kitchen-breakfast room, with views of the orchard from the old pine table. On the opposite side of the hall is the bathroom, which comprises a power shower over the bath, toilet and hand basin. Both kitchen and bathroom have underfloor heating, and the kitchen has a dishwasher, washing machine and microwave in addition to the ceramic hob and fan assisted oven.

Stairs lead up to the first floor where the bedrooms are; two cosy, comfortable bedrooms with lovely views across the paddocks to the hills beyond. One bedroom has a king-size bed and the other has a super-king bed that can be made up as twin beds on request. Please make this request at the time of booking.

Bed linen and towels are provided for use, but please bring your own beach towels and dog towels (if appropriate).

A welcome pack of a bottle of sparkling wine, home-made scones, Cornish clotted cream, locally made jam and a small bottle of milk. You will find a small quantity of tea, coffee, sugar, olive oil etc. in the kitchen to get you started.

Heating and electricity are included in the price of the accommodation. The ground floor has underfloor heating, plus there are radiators upstairs. A large pile of logs will be provided for the wood burning stove, including a small quantity of kindling, firelighters and matches.

The Victorian Wing has really good wifi (provided by satellite) that extends throughout the cottage and outside too! 4G reception is also good, as is mobile reception for EE and Three.

Well behaved dogs welcome (maximum of 3) for £30 supplement per dog. Sorry, no puppies (aged less than 12 months). Please do not allow your dogs upstairs, on the furniture or leave them unattended.

We also welcome horses to stay with their owners at Stockham Farm. We are experienced equestrians ourselves and the farm has British Horse Society 'Horses Welcome' accreditation. The riding out from Stockham is fabulous, with no need to use roads to reach moorland, fields, riverside tracks, woodland etc. Horses are charged at £25 per horse/pony per night either on DIY livery in beautiful stone stables or on turnout in fenced paddocks. Hay and straw included in the price.

Outdoor Description
Directly outside the cottage is a private lawned garden with outside furniture and a barbecue. This area is for guests' sole use but is not enclosed. In addition, guests are also welcome to explore the farm’s 35 acres, where you will find horses, Exmoor Horn sheep and abundant wildlife, including rare Red Deer which come right up to the pond to drink in summer evenings.

The Victorian Wing is attached at one end to the main farmhouse where the owners live, the drive is shared but the cottage has its own parking area and is private. There is another holiday cottage on the farm, The Piggery (sleeps up to 6 guests), which is approx 50 metres away and has its own separate access and outside area.

Equestrian facilities
Just across the garden is stabling for up to 4 horses, should you wish to bring your horse on holiday with you on a DIY basis. Horses are charged at £20 per horse, per night to include use of stable, turn out, straw bedding and hay. You will find bridle paths almost directly from the farm leading you right up onto the moor with barely any roadwork needed.

There is an endless variety of fabulous walks that can commence right from the door – a full day’s trek to Tarr Steps and back, or a circular walk across the fields with panoramic views and through pretty woodland down into the small market town of Dulverton. All the local pubs welcome dogs and their owners!

Parking
There's ample parking on the drive outside the property for 3 or more cars, right beside the front door.
There is a dedicated metered electrical vehicle charge point at the Victorian Wing cottage. Usage is recorded and the amount spent paid directly to the owners upon departure.

Pets Description
Well-behaved dogs welcome (maximum of 2) for £30 supplement per dog. Sorry, no puppies (aged less than 12 months). Please do not allow your dogs in the bedrooms, on the furniture or leave them unattended.

Horses are charged at £20 per horse, per night including use of stable, turnout, straw bedding and hay.

We also welcome cats on holiday at Stockham Farm (bring your own scratching posts if you think they are likely to scratch the furniture). Please also be aware that we have three Jack Russells who are not used to cats. They're very well behaved, kind and friendly - but they are terriers!

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The region

Brushford is a peaceful village on the southern edge of Exmoor National Park in Somerset, just two miles from the market town of Dulverton.

The village sits where the rivers Barle and Exe converge in a beautiful wooded valley. The parish church of St Nicholas dates from the 15th century and includes the Herbert memorial chapel designed by Sir Edwin Lutyens. Brushford has a village hall, playground, and a friendly community of families and retirees -- a tranquil base from which to explore all that Exmoor has to offer.

Dulverton, a short stroll or two-minute drive away, is known as the 'southern gateway to Exmoor' and provides an excellent range of amenities. You will find independent shops, a late-opening supermarket, butcher, greengrocer, post office, chemist, and a cash machine. There are award-winning restaurants, traditional pubs, tea rooms, and a fish and chip shop. Exmoor House -- the headquarters of the Exmoor National Park Authority -- is in Dulverton and features exhibitions and a gallery.

The Guildhall Heritage and Arts Centre in Dulverton is well worth a visit, with free admission and fascinating exhibitions on local history including a working model of the original Dulverton railway station. The town sits between the rivers Barle and Exe, and the stunning Tarr Steps ancient clapper bridge is just five miles to the northwest -- one of the most popular and iconic landmarks in the whole of Exmoor.