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Church Steps Cottage

Winkleigh, Devon
Self-catering
+44 (0)7970 010805
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From
£107 - £250
per night

From
£750 - £1750
per week

A lovely 300-year-old cottage with a tiny walled courtyard garden in a village with a good pub. You can see Dartmoor from the windows

4 beds

3 bedrooms

Sleeps 6

Children welcome

The Experience

Enter into the cloakroom and then onto an open-plan sitting room with many beams and deep window seats, interesting books, pictures by local artist Shan Miller and a wood-burner (logs provided). You’ll find comfy beds and good quality linen and towels, plus a radio in every bedroom (no TVs). The sweet kitchen has plenty of kit and an electric range cooker, bread, milk, honey and cider – probably from Sam’s Cider down the road. There’s an honesty shed in the village too for eggs and home baked cakes.

Check the map for a pub then set off from the cottage along footpaths to Broadwoodkelly for a beautiful 1523 stained glass window in the north wall of the church, or to Winkleigh woods for a tramp about. Nearby is Appledore for boat trips and Hocking’s ice cream.

Cosy up with a book in front of the wood burner; soak in the bath with lovely Bramley lotions. Have your supper in your courtyard while the sun sets – sample the cider, light the fire pit, listen to the church clock chime each quarter – all night too.

We think you'll love

Heading to The Duke of York for supper, 4 miles away. Michael Morpurgo was inspired to write 'War Horse' here
Admiring the views out onto Dartmoor from the dining table
Having a quiet read in one of the window seats

You should know

No parking outside. You can drop off your stuff then park in the village - a three-minute walk
The three bedrooms share a bathroom
No toddlers please – but babes in arms and older children welcome

Essentials

EV charger
Self check-in
Swimming pool
Hot tub
Garden
Open fire / woodburner
Breakfast included
Breakfast available
Meals available
Vegetarian meals
Oven
Parking on premises
Free parking nearby
Accessible by public transport
WiFi
Television
Central heating
Limited mobility
Wheelchair access
Mobile reception
Hob
Barbecue
Paid parking nearby
Air conditioning
Relaxation areas
Washing machine
Tennis court
Microwave oven
No smoking
Credit cards
Working farm
Owner has pets
Electricity included
Dishwasher
Pets welcome

Family friendly

Baby monitor
Books and toys
Children welcome
Babies welcome
Stair gates
High chair
Fire guard
Cot available

Nearby

Pub/bar within 3 miles
Restaurant within 3 miles
Shop within 3 miles

Activities

Bikes available
Food courses
Kayaking
Other courses
Sailing
Surfing
Wild swimming

Nightly price: from £107
Weekly price: from £750

1 Cottage for 6: From £1074 beds3 bedrooms

Information

Booking information

Check in: 3pm
Check out: 10am
Other details: Minimum stay: 3 nights. 7 nights in high season.
Closed: Occasionally.
No smoking: Smoking not permitted anywhere in the property.
Meals: Pub within walking distance, or another 4 miles away.

Reviews

Thanks for a lovely week at Church Steps Cottage - so lovely to step away from city life and into such a welcoming village. We loved the Kings Arms, and exploring Dartmoor and the North Coast. All so beautiful, even in the rain!

Anna, London Oct 2021

The cottage was wonderful in a fabulous position along with excellent views and the host Catherine was amazing informing us of places to eat/drink/places to visit etc !!! Delicious local basic foods for us on arrival too.

Michael, Shrewsbury Sep 2021

Not the usual empty shell, Church Steps Cottage is full of personal touches and attention to detail. Bedrooms are generous and charming and there's a very pretty courtyard for sitting outside. We were very comfortable and had a great stay. Location is in the centre of Devon so, if you are happy to drive, there's lots to do - South to Dartmoor or North to the coast. We loved Woolly Alpacas, (just outside Winkleigh), River Dart Country Park, climbing Hound Tor, Tunnels Beach and Ilfracombe Sea Safari..... We hope to come back.

Andrea, Beckenham Aug 2021

A very comfortable and homely cottage in a lively village with a great pub. You're just a short drive from Dartmoor for grand walks and cycles.

Nicola, Sawday's Inspector May 2021

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Location

The neighbourhood

As well as The King's Arms and the post office, you'll find a butcher, café, shop and a florist in the village. Dartmoor beckons you for spectacular walking with soaring views, cyclists can join the Tarka Trail. Catch the bus to Torrington for the RHS Garden Rosemoor or in the other direction to the market town of Crediton. It's 30 mins to the north coast for surfing waves or the south for calmer waters.

Local points of interest from Catherine

The Church of All Saints is next door to cottage, parts of which date back to the 14th century. Take an evening stroll through the churchyard before calling into the thatched Kings Arms for an ale in the pub garden or for mainly local home cooked produce
RHS Rosemoor is a 15 min drive or bus ride away. For alpaca walking, goats to cuddle, miniature ponies, miniature donkeys and Swiss Valais Blacknose Sheep, visit “Woolley Animals” on the outskirts of Winkleigh
Monthly market at village hall/weekly pannier market at Torrington/fortnightly farmers market at Crediton. Crediton also has an Independent wine seller (Grape and Grain) and a The Crediton Coffee Co that roasts it’s own beans
Fiona’s farm shop/cafe, Down Farm organic veg growers, Sam’s Cider, Ten Acres Vineyard all within half a mile (tasting encouraged). Travel further towards Appledore, an estuary town, for plenty of Artisan shops/galleries, or to beaches at Westward Ho/Bude
Tarka Trail. Cycle hire at Torrington (the Old Station) or at Bideford (East the Water). South Molton has regular country markets - vintage collectibles or livestock. They have a website for checking what’s going on during your visit ……
Viveka Garden yoga farm retreat is closeby at West Leigh- call ahead to book in a relaxing class or pre-arrange a longer course to add some extra relaxation to your holiday. Winkleigh is also home to the renowned Sculpture School hosting taster days/events

Introducing

Catherine

Catherine, who lives here when she doesn't have guests, loves Winkleigh. She bought the cottage having visited the pub while on holiday and the place is filled with her personality. She oversaw the renovations of the house, has an interest in interior design and is learning to upholster. She hopes you enjoy your stay.

Church Steps Cottage

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We think you'll love

You should know

Essentials

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The neighbourhood

Catherine

Church Steps Cottage

Children welcome

Check availability

Your dates are available!

How to book

Direct with the owner

Enquire through Sawday's

The Experience

We think you'll love

You should know

Essentials

Pricing

Information

Reviews

The neighbourhood

Catherine

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