Shute Cottage Bed and Breakfast and Self Catering Accommodation near Teign Valley Golf Club, Devon, England

 A warm welcome awaits you at Shute Cottage, Doddiscombsleigh, Devon, a home steeped in charm and character...

 

Shute is situated in an idyllic, secluded setting within the beautiful, wooded Teign Valley, a mile from The Dartmoor National Park and within easy access of Devon’s South Coast beaches.

 

The house nestles amongst rolling hills in an area of outstanding natural beauty. It is a 5 minute stroll from the historic village of Doddiscombsleigh with its famous, award-winning pub 'The Nobody Inn' and only 8 miles from the cathedral city of Exeter with its mainline station, access to the M5 motorway, and busy airport.

 

Shute is a 15th century, thatched, Grade II listed Devon longhouse. It stands in 5 acres of sunny gardens, woodland and meadows with stream, which you are welcome to explore during your stay. Shute offers two large, stylish, double bedrooms, each with their own private bathroom and a self-contained, private family room in a recently converted barn conversion.

 

Staying at Shute Cottage

Shute consists of two tastefully decorated double bedrooms, each with their own private bathroom for your exclusive use. One bedroom has a king-sized bed, the other a super-king bed. Twin beds can be organised.

 

The house is centrally heated during the winter. Both rooms have uninterrupted views of gardens leading out to sweeping meadows and woodland. The only sounds are birdsong, trickling water from the stream, bleating sheep, and horses trotting down the lane. Each room has its own coffee and tea-making facilities, Sky TV, and broadband connectivity is available. We have a highchair and cot for children. Parking is plentiful. The house has a non-smoking policy.

 

You are welcome to relax in the dining room with its open-hearth fireplace, wood burning stove, sofa and bread oven.

 

Breakfast

A large, hearty, West Country cooked breakfast is offered as well as toast and jams, fruit, cereals, filter coffee and juices. The ingredients are all locally sourced and organic where possible.

 

Barn Conversion: A family room or couple’s retreat!

A self-contained, private, room ideal for either a family or a peaceful retreat for a couple keen for some privacy and tranquillity. The barn was converted to a high standard at the end of 2008. Whilst retaining its 15th Century charm, the barn boasts a smart new kitchen area with butler sink, hob, fridge, washing machine, microwave, and television, as well as an ensuite shower room with powershower.

 

It has a South facing terrace with table and chairs in the garden for alfresco dining and bird watching!  The barn sleeps two adults and one child. Linen is included.

 

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About the area

Shute is in an ideal position for a rustic, relaxing break with the popular Nobody Inn a short stroll down the lane and a public footpath across the fields into the next valley and 'The Manor Inn' at Ashton with its excellent food. It is a perfect base from which to explore Dartmoor with its beautiful villages, pubs, varied activities and attractions. Walking enthusiasts will be overwhelmed by the number of beautiful walks in the area.  Also  very nearby is Haldon Forest Park - Go Ape

 

 

Golf nearby with the 18 hole Teign Valley Golf Course just 10 minutes away, and the world renowned Bovey Castle championship course, voted Best Golf resort 2005 at the World Travel awards, is approximately 12 miles away.

 

Teign Valley Golf Club

Teign Valley Golf Club sits naturally in a beautifully mature landscape, mainly on the lower gently undulating slopes and meadows of the Teign Valley - one of Devon's most picturesque valleys set in the Dartmoor National Park. The rolling hills, unspoilt woodland and river help create a feeling of escape. The club is privately owned and open to both members and visitors alike.

 

Bovey Castle Golf Club

Designed to rival its sister courses at Gleneagles and Turnberry, this course has been described as an experience of golf never to be forgotten, presenting the pure challenge of golf to professional and amateur alike. The course meanders through the hotel estate, surrounded by idyllic landscape and challenges to meet any handicap.

 

For more information, reservations and availability please contact us:

Shute Cottage

Doddiscombsleigh
Exeter, Devon, UK, England EX6 7RE

telephone 01647 252316

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See our website: shutecottagedevon.co.uk