West Cottage

Accommodation

On the west side of the main courtyard, West Cottage has a spacious open plan lounge / kitchen / diner overlooking the rural surroundings. The two ensuite double/twin bedrooms are located at either end of the cottage. The single storey, semi-detached, former barn has vaulted ceilings and underfloor heating throughout, served by a ground source heat pump. The barn was tastefully converted in 2022, combining traditional features with 21st century comforts.

Outdoors

The private courtyard garden is accessed from the back door of the cottage via either steps or a ramp. There is also level access via a field gate from the private drive. The mainly gravel courtyard includes paved patio seating area with table and chairs, private hot tub, loungers and BBQ. Being west facing the courtyard catches the sun from mid/late morning until sunset (which is best observed from the hot tub!). There is also unrestricted access to the owners gardens and orchard however parents are advised that the grounds include steep rockeries, stream, pond, remains of a waterwheel and bee hive.

Dedicated parking for 2 cars is located in the main courtyard directly opposite West Cottage’s front door. Additional parking is also available within the courtyard.  A 22kW fast EV charger is located adjacent to the parking (metered to establish additional payments based on usage).

Access to the indoor swimming pool (for private use of West Cottage guests) is just a few yards away across the main courtyard. The heated pool includes resistance jets for swimming exercise, a jacuzzi and a small changing room complete with toilet.  The pool is generally available from 9am to 6pm every day and other times by agreement.  Please note that we are developing our second, and final, cottage which we hope to open to the market in summer 2025 at which point the swimming pool will be used by both cottages.  To maintain private use for each cottage we will be operating a very simple booking system where guests can book their preferred time slots 24 hours in advance.  Our experience to date suggests that there will be ample time to accommodate guests from both cottages without any issues.