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Orchard Retreat

East Worlington near Witheridge, Devon (Ref. 1118018)

4.9★

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  • 2 Guests

  • 1 Bedroom

  • 1 Bathroom

  • Pets Yes

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Features

  • Hot tub
  • Off road parking
  • Ground floor bedroom
  • Garden / Patio
  • Games Room
  • Broadband / WiFi

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30 Customer Review(s)

  • Judith

    “Myself and my partner worked from The Orchard Retreat for a week.”

    It’s was lovely to unwind in the hot tub after work looking across the amazing views. Samantha and Jason were great hosts. Samantha going the extra mile… Would recommend to anyone

    It’s was lovely to unwind in the hot tub after work looking across the amazing views. Samantha and Jason were great hosts. Samantha going the extra mile… Would recommend to anyone

    - Judith, November 2024
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Summary

  • Studio-style layout with double bed, kitchen and dining area
  • Shower room with walk-in shower, basin and WC
  • External sitting area and summer house
  • Electric central heating
  • Electric oven and induction hob, fridge, sink
  • Smart TV, WiFi, radio with bluetooth
  • Fuel and power inc. in rent
  • Bed linen and towels inc. in rent
  • Off-road parking available at entrance to the orchard
  • Enclosed patio with wire fencing with hot tub, patio and furniture, access to additional field
  • Shared Games Room
  • Two well-behaved dogs welcome, £25 charge per pet
  • Sorry, no smoking
  • Shop 4.2 miles, pub 4.1 miles
  • Note: Check-in from 4pm, check-out by 10am

The property

Witheridge 3.6 miles.

A lovely studio-style shepherd’s hut resting in East Worlington near Witheridge, Devon.

Enjoying a fantastic and secluded location within a private orchard, Orchard Retreat is a superb dog-friendly choice for couples seeking a romantic getaway.

The property benefits from off-road parking at the entrance to the Orchard, a private enclosed patio area with dining furniture and hot tub, so you can soak up the views of the surrounding countryside and sunsets, and access to an additional field for walking your pooch.

Guests will have access to a newly added games room (shared with another property within the grounds) between 10.00hrs and 22.00hrs daily - there is a pool table, darts and Air Hockey (please note there is a small charge for Air Hockey).

Inside, you will find a lovely open-plan layout with a well-equipped kitchen for whipping up homemade favourites ready to enjoy at the dining table for two over a bottle of wine.

After dinner, head over to the summerhouse, where you can kick-back and relax on the leather sofas as you play a game or listen to your favourite tunes.

Why not wander over to the hot tub to relax with a view of the stars.

Head back to your hut, where you can wash away the day in the well-appointed shower room, before retreating to the sumptuous double bed to watch your favourite shows or curl up with a good book.

Your local amenities can be found in nearby Witheridge where you can dine at the welcoming eateries of The Mitre Inn, the Mangetout Supper Club, and La Petite Bouchée, stock up on essentials at the two convenience stores and post office, or enjoy leisurely riverside walks.

Visit the ancient village of Lapford where you can enjoy a Meal in the 16th century pub The Old Malt Scoop Inn.

Next stop is Chulmleigh, where you can test out your swing at the excellent Chulmleigh Golf Course and enjoy a scenic afternoon tea on the veranda, overlooking the course.Or treat your loved one to a meal at The Red Lion or The Old Dairy - Tearoom and Deli.

Continue onto South Molton, where you can purchase local goods at the South Molton Pannier Market, hook your catch of the day at Hacche Moor Fishery, or spend a day outdoors with Rock and Rapid Adventures, where you can try your hand at climbing, archery, abseiling and watersports.

Further afield, you’ll find Tiverton, home to a remarkable castle, National Trust - Knightshayes Court with its formal gardens and woods, and Tiverton Museum of Mid Devon Life.

The city of Exeter offers attractions such as the Royal Albert Memorial Museum and Art Gallery, the Underground Passages and the 11th century Exeter Castle.

Exeter Quayside boasts an eclectic mix of shops and restaurants as well as the opportunity for scenic walks and cycling along the river.

All this and more awaits at Orchard Retreat.

Note: This property has a Good Housekeeping bond of £150.

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About the location

WITHERIDGE

Kings Nympton 9 miles; Chulmleigh 9.5 miles; South Molton 10 miles; Tiverton 10.5 miles.

The quaint little village of Witheridge sits amongst beautiful Devon countryside, with lots of little old houses, a pub, convenience store, a newsagents an even a visiting pizza van, The travelling Pizzeria, which serves wood-fired pizzas fresh from its van in the village each Wednesday, or the fish and chip van, which calls on the village each Friday. The beautiful thatched village of Kings Nympton is just a short drive away and was voted Devon Village of the Year in 1999 by the Campaign for the Preservation of Rural England. Quintessentially English, the village is home to the award-winning thatched and beamed The Grove Inn, which serves excellent home-cooked food and a wonderful range of ale and cider all year round. Chulmleigh to the west offers a couple of pubs, restaurants and takeaways, along with convenience stores and an excellent butchers and bakery, whilst the historic town of Tiverton to the west boasts a selection of interesting boutiques, farm shops, along with lovely walks along the River Exe.
With Exmoor and Dartmoor so close, there is great walking in the area, and within an hour's drive you can reach the coast at a number of lovely beaches.

This property offers the following short breaks:

  • Winter
  • Off-season
  • Last minute
  • Christmas