Mannings Cottage is a charming country cottage that offers an ideal base from which to explore both the stunning coastline and beautiful countryside that East Devon and its surrounds offer. It is suitable for families, couples or groups of friends with its configuration of 3 bedrooms sleeping 5 people. The stone cottage has character accents such as exposed beams, slate floors and a cosy wood-burning stove, but provides modern and comfortable accommodation. It is located in an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty in the charming village of Stockland, which is surrounded by beautiful Devon countryside but is only 20 minutes from the coast and 30 minutes to the cathedral city of Exeter or the popular market town of Bridport. The large private garden is delightful with a separate outdoor seating area for 6. The cottage has internet access and Wi-fi is available. The cottage is a short stroll from our local pub, The Kings Arms, where you will find a warm welcome and great local food and drink.
Further details
Mannings Cottage caters for children of all ages. We have a travel cot and bedding, high chair, booster seat and toys & books for babies and small children as well as a library of children's DVDs. A small playground, large field, cricket pitch and tennis court can be found a short walk from the cottage at the Village Hall. The tennis court can be booked and used by non-members by paying a small fee to the Stockland Tennis Club. Guests are spoiled for choice for great family days out with Escot, Bicton Park, Crealy Adventure Park and The Donkey Sanctuary (to name a few) all within a 30 minute drive. Our friendly local pub, The Kings Arms, is a short stroll from the cottage (less than 5 minutes walk). They serve lunch and dinner Tuesday to Saturday and lunch on Sunday and have a large bar and separate dining rooms, so you can pop down for a pint and/or a delicious meal.
Further details indoors
Bedrooms: There are 3 bedrooms in the cottage, with two double bedrooms and one single. One double bedroom with a king size bed is situated on the ground floor of the cottage off the lounge. The single room and second double bedroom are located on the first floor along with the family bathroom. The second double room has zip & link divan single beds that can be converted into a super-king. All bedrooms are carpeted and decorated with blue & green soft furnishings, fresh white cotton linens and have high quality mattresses and roman blinds with blackout liners. All bedding and towels are supplied.
Living Room: There are two leather sofas in the lounge, which has exposed beams and a wood-burning stove (first basket of logs supplied except in summer season). The lounge contains a large flat screen TV with surround sound, DVD/CD player and AppleTV (for use with your own streaming subscriptions). You will also find a selection of magazines, books, board games and a deck of cards in the cottage for your use during your stay.
Bathroom: The bathroom is situated on the first floor of the cottage and is fully tiled with a power shower and heated towel rail.
Kitchen: The modern kitchen is fully-equipped with double oven, ceramic hob, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, toaster, kettle and microwave. The dining room with oak table and chairs seating 6 is next to the kitchen in a bright conservatory overlooking the garden and outdoor patio area.
Further details outdoors
The cottage enjoys a large and mature private garden with an outdoor patio area, gas BBQ and table and chairs for 6. The garden is filled with colorful flowers, plants and trees and is divided into two separate areas by a decorative bridge covered in honeysuckle. The bright conservatory overlooks the garden, providing an ideal place to dine or relax whilst surrounded by greenery. There is also a small porch to the front of the cottage with a small table and chairs that provides a lovely place to sit to catch the morning sunshine. Off street parking is provided immediately outside the cottage front door and adjacent drive.