Cottage with garden, pool & terrace

Sampford Courtenay 1.6 miles. The Cottage rests down a farm track near, the attractive of village of Sampford Courtenay, Devon and enjoys access to its own indoor swimming pool, creating a standout Devon retreat for families and friends. This beautifully-presented thatched property has been thoughtfully renovated to offer a charming blend of character and quality. Step inside to discover a reverse‑level layout, where the ground floor hosts three inviting bedrooms, each with its own en-suite, including a super‑king-size zip/link bed that invites relaxed mornings. Head upstairs to the impressive open-plan living space, where vaulted beams and a woodburning stove create a warm atmosphere for gathering after a day exploring. French windows open onto a generous decked terrace, the ideal spot for dining outdoors and taking in far-reaching views across the owners' 205 acres of woodland and onward to Dartmoor. The local area offers much to enjoy, with a welcoming inn serving excellent food nearby, scenic rivers for fishing, and wide-open landscapes on Dartmoor National Park providing memorable walking routes. The bustling town of Okehampton offers shops, eateries, a cinema, and a leisure centre. With a central position for discovering both north and south Devon, The Cottage offers a well‑placed base for an enjoyable stay in this scenic county.Midway between Sampford Courtenay, a sleepy but picturesque Devon village, and Okehampton, a thriving community known as 'the gateway to the moor'. The whole area is a country lover's dream. The high tors of northern Dartmoor dominate the scenery and provide a splendid backdrop to Okehampton nestling in a valley where tumbling moorland rivers join before heading to the sea. For miles around, the area is famous for its country pubs that between them provide welcome rest after a day exploring the paths, cycle ways and stunning countryside. On a clear day the view from the top of High Willhays (the highest point south of the Pennines) will take your breath away. Country pursuits and crafts are a way of life and a trip to the Dartmoor Visitor Centre and country museum in Okehampton are musts. Look also at the pretty moorland villages of Chagford, Belstone and Sticklepath to savour a way of life that's becoming increasingly rare.