Overview

Coombeshead Farm is a working farm situated in an unspoilt rural environment with stunning views of the surrounding countryside near Chudleigh, Devon. Families will love the on-site animals, exploring the forest and nearby attractions, or spending a day at the beach.

Activities

Coombeshead Farm is set on 25 acres of land that guests are free to use. There is an ancient organic cider apple orchard; cider is pressed at the farm every Autumn. An unspoilt meadow abounds with wildflowers and butterflies. In the 15-acre dog walking field, there is a copse, stream, and an area where the wild deer can often be spotted at dawn and dusk. The children’s area has swings, a slide and a trampoline.

The animals on the farm are all pets and very friendly. The sheep and cows are in one of the many fields, wild ducks sometimes swim on the pond in the old cartwash, and free-range chickens are seen around the orchard.

Food

The properties are self-catering. However, there are some wonderful country pubs and restaurants in the local area. A popular choice is the Elizabethan Inn, located in the local village of Luton.

Guests may choose to use the cob hut on the banks of the lake, which is ideal for BBQs.

Accommodation

Apple Cottage is suitable for up to two people as it has only one bedroom. This cottage was converted from an old Linhay in 2016 and features a vaulted ceiling, wooden beams, and a wood burner.

Cider Cottage can accommodate up to four people. The upstairs of the cottage includes a hallway, a bathroom with a shower over the bath, a kitchen, and a sitting room. Downstairs, there are two double bedrooms. Outside, there is a seating area and lawn, and opposite the cottage is the cider orchard.

Stable Cottage can accommodate up to six people in two bedrooms. The family room features bunk beds and a double bed, and the master bedroom has a king-size four-poster bed. This cottage is the only one with an enclosed garden, making it ideal for small children and/or dogs. It overlooks the yard where the donkeys, goats, ducks, and chickens are kept.

Swallow Cottage is the largest cottage and can accommodate up to six people. It features a 20′ beamed sitting room with a sizable kitchen/diner. Swallow Cottage has its seating area and lawn and overlooks the cider orchard. It was converted from a barn with resident swallows, hence its name.

Nearby

This location is situated only one mile away from the quaint town of Chudleigh, known for its charming country-style restaurants and pubs. Dartmoor National Park is located less than two miles from the property, and the A38 offers easy access to both North Devon and Cornwall. The nearby beaches of Teignmouth, Shaldon, and Torbay are just a short drive away, as well as the historic cities of Exeter and Plymouth.

For cycling enthusiasts, the Haldon Forest is only one mile away, and there is ample space to store bicycles or rent them in the forest. The forest offers cycling tracks suitable for all levels, from easy rides to challenging runs, whilst also offering beautiful woodland walks. Visitors can even hire Segways or visit the Go Ape Centre for a fun family day out.

Summary

This is a fantastic rural spot located on a working farm. Families can fully immerse themselves in nature and enjoy the vast expanse of land whilst even having the opportunity to help feed the animals. The location serves as an excellent base for exploring other countryside attractions or even visiting the beach.