LOWER MERRIPIT COTTAGE

Ancient farm settlement in the heart of Dartmoor's wild land



DETAILS OF ACCOMMODATION

Lower Merripit Cottage was originally built in the 16th century as part of the ancient longhouse farm settlement of Lower Merripit, dating back over 800 years. It is located in the very middle of Dartmoor close to the small village of Postbridge, 19 miles from Plymouth and 20 miles from Exeter. Lower Merripit works closely with the Dartmoor National Park to protect areas of the farm that are rich in rare flora and fauna. Our growing methods are all organic and we have initiated an extensive tree-planting programme here over the last twelve years. Buzzard, heron, tawny owls, badger and other wildlife are regular visitors here. The stream carries salmon up to higher spawning grounds.

The cottage is situated in a secluded valley surrounded by trees, peat land and the open moor. There is a large garden that backs onto a wild flower meadow. The cottage sleeps 8 people in 3 twin bedrooms and one double bedroom (with en suite shower). There is a large beamed sitting room with huge wood burner and deep granite window seats. A second smaller sitting room, with big granite inglenook fireplace (with wood stove and traditional bread oven) serves as a reading room. The traditional country kitchen has granite worktops, a stone sink, oven/grill and hob plus dishwasher. There are extra tables and chairs so eight people can be seated for dinner. There is also a scullery with washing machine, tumble drier, extra sink, and space for wet clothes and dogs. Dogs are welcome by arrangement. There is a downstairs toilet as well as the upstairs bathroom/shower. A narrow spiral staircase leads from the hall and a second one from the sitting room. There is a no-smoking policy within the building. Where possible we use environmentally-friendly and bio-degradable products for cleaning and domestic use. The décor of the cottage is clean, tidy, cosy and simple - in traditional cottage style.

Lower Merripit Cottage is ideal for walking and family holidays on Dartmoor. The cottage would also be suitable for small groups requiring a gentle environment for workshops and retreats.

Television included - with a DVD player. Small radio/CD player in the kitchen.
Water is pumped from a spring-fed well.
Central heating throughout.
Firewood provided for the two wood stoves.
Free-range organic eggs from Lower Merripit hens are sometimes available.
Bed linen included but please provide your own towels.
Babies and small children are welcome but we do not have cot facilities.
Ample parking space.

Large living room	Kitchen	Small living room
Bedroom 1	Hay meadow	Bedroom 2
Bedroom 3	Lower Merripit cottage	Bedroom 4

PRICE GUIDE	per week from Friday
January	£ 325
February	£ 325
March	£ 325
Easter weeks	£ 475
April	£ 375
May	£ 475
June	£ 475
July	£ 525
August	not available
September	£ 375
October	£ 375
October half term	£ 475
November	£ 325
December	£ 325
Christmas and New Year	£ 775-800

CONDITIONS OF BOOKING
A deposit of 25% of the rental charge is required when we confirm your dates.
The balance is due 4 weeks before the start date of your booking.
We ask for a cautionary deposit on booking of £50 which will be returned following your visit.
A fuel standing charge of £25 per week is payable from October to May (inc).
There is a charge of £10 per week if you wish to bring a dog.
The period of booking commences from Friday 4pm until Friday 10am the following week. If you wish to book the cottage for a shorter or longer period of time please contact us and we will do our best to meet your requirements.

We look forward to helping you to arrange your stay in this magical and wild corner of England.

Nigel Shaw and Carolyn Hillyer

To get a booking form or for further details;
Write to - Cottage Booking, Lower Merripit Farm, Postbridge, Dartmoor, Devon PL20 6TJ, England.
Tel/fax - 01822 880301
Email - info@seventhwavemusic.co.uk

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