About this property
Shute Farm Apartment is a comfortable, first-floor apartment which provides bright and spacious self-catering accommodation near to the pretty village of Bampton, Devon. Perfect for a family of three’s rural escape from the hustle and bustle of life, the apartment is situated within the owners' magnificent home, however it enjoys completely private accommodation, accessed via a separate entrance to ensure your uninterrupted enjoyment of the glorious Devon countryside. As you approach the property you immediately start to feel relaxed in these quiet and tranquil surroundings.. The entire apartment is located on the first floor and is flooded by natural light; from all rooms you are able to enjoy long views of the surrounding countryside.
The warm and inviting sitting room offers a place to relax and unwind, either with a good book or to catch up with a favourite film. The kitchen/diner provides you with all that you could need to prepare delicious meals and a place to enjoy a relaxed breakfast. The master bedroom provides you with a king-size bed and a pretty window seat, perfect for morning coffee whilst admiring the scenery. A third guest can be accommodated in a single bedroom. Adjacent to the master bedroom is the shower room containing a walk-in shower, where you can enjoy refreshing soaks whilst your towel warms on the heated rail.
Outside and if the weather permits, you have a garden table and chairs from which you can enjoy the uninterrupted views. If you can tear yourself away from the apartment and fancy an evening without cooking, The Swan in Bampton is within easy reach and is regarded as being one of the best pubs in the region. The Exeter Inn and Toucan Cafe are also all in Bampton at the bottom of the hill. Woods restaurant in Dulverton is excellent and also worthy of a mention! This apartment really is about enjoying the great outdoors - with walking, cycling, climbing or horse riding available in abundance at the vast and enchanting National Park of Exmoor.
Be sure to spend the day at Wimbleball Lake, one of the highlights of the Park, and is a public reservoir offering plenty of walks, watersports and an on-site cafe! Spend the day in Tiverton, a town that is home to the fantastic attractions of Tiverton Castle, the breath-taking National Trust property of Knightshayes and the marvellous Tiverton Canal Co. If you fancy a day on the beach, then the North Devon/Somerset coast is a scenic drive away and offers plenty to see and do! For peace and quiet in stunning surroundings choose Shute Farm Apartments.
Bampton is a very serene Devon town nestled in a forested valley on the banks of the River Batherm, a tributary of the River Exe and near to the Exmoor National Park. Bampton has beautiful Georgian residences and buildings, a decent selection of businesses, and is well-known for its floral displays, pony fair, and folk festival. Dulverton and Tiverton are nearby towns with plenty of amenities. Further out, the picturesque North Devon coastline offers stunning treks, tiny coves, sandy beaches, and views of Wales.
Accommodation
First-floor apartment.
Two bedrooms: 1 x king-size, 1 x single.
Shower room with walk-in shower, basin, heated towel rail and WC.
Kitchen/diner.
Sitting room with single sofa bed for use on occasion.
Electric central heating.
Electric oven and hob, microwave, fridge.
TV with Freeview, WiFi.
Fuel and power included in rent.
Bed linen and towels included in rent.
Off-road parking for 1 car.
Private garden with furniture within shared extensive grounds.
Sorry, no smoking.
Shop 1.6 miles, pub 1.5 miles.
Note: Due to the nature of the property, it is not suitable for children of pre-school age.
Note: Although located within the owner's home, the apartment is completely private and accessed via a separate entrance.
Note: Check-in is from 4pm, check-out by 10am