Self Catering in Devon - Axminster

Part of the Manger was once a stable, its original features retained while modern additions have been gently inserted. Inside, there are lime-washed walls and soft lighting while outside the terrace offers uninterrupted views down to the river and along the spectacular valley.

The Manger lies at the end of a long drive. A major renovation in 2017 has included new thatch, a separate dining area, the addition of a spacious sitting room, a second bathroom and additional bedrooms. Outside, elegant estate fencing fully encloses the enormous garden and orchard, while a new Larch deck easily accommodates a full complement of guests.

The garden and surrounding woodland with its ancient hedgerows and open fields, is home to badgers, deer, rabbits and a great variety of birds and moths. A weir pool with a salmon ladder and a bluebell wood lie along one of the many nearby footpaths. The Shippen sleeping four guests is also available to book at this location.

This holiday cottage at a glance

• Sleeps five guests.
• Two double bedrooms, one with en-suite, one single bedroom and one family bathroom.
• Please be mindful of a single low truss on the upper floor.

• Children and infants welcome.
• Enclosed acre of garden.
• Parents of small children should note that there is a pond within the grounds of the property.

• Ample parking.
• Two well-behaved dogs welcome (small additional charge).
• WiFi.

• Minimum of a three night stay.

Additional features

• Thatched roof, lime washed stone walls and exposed beams.
• Green oak terrace leads to open field and valley views.

• Adjoining barn has table tennis.
• Ideal for a Romantic Retreat.
• Guest use of a paddock.

• Cot and Highchair available on request.
• Guests who regularly return say that photography and descriptions can't come close capturing the scale and beauty of the natural surroundings.
• Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washer/dryer.

• 30' Flat screen digital TV, DVD, music centre with iPod dock.
• Barbecue and charcoal available.