Set in a sheltered valley among the rolling hills two miles inland from Slapton Sands, a little further to the popular Blackpool Sands, Buckland House is an elegant Grade II listed Georgian farmhouse built circa 1755 and largely rebuilt in the Regency style as a gentleman farmer's residence in 1860.  The house has received a complete restoration to a very high standard and now includes a new conservatory overlooking the ponds and gardens with a view towards Dartmoor.  Offering high quality accommodation for two or more families, tastefully furnished in keeping with the property, this lovely family home offers an opportunity to enjoy a holiday in comfortable surroundings and large private gardens.

Accommodation

The entrance porch leads to the main hall, off which are the principal reception rooms.  The south-facing sitting room has a traditional Georgian feel, with dual aspect windows that overlook the formal gardens.

An additional lounge with an open fire, TV and video is used as a sitting or children's room.

A wood-panelled den with Bar Billiards and piano leads to the large conservatory overlooking the rear garden and ponds.  The conservatory is furnished as a room to relax in or can be used for Breakfast or Dining.  For winter use there is a wood burning stove.  Steps outside lead to a raised patio overlooking the first of the duck ponds.

The large slate flag floored traditional farmhouse kitchen has a door to the garden, modern gas range with electric ovens, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer and food processor.  The furniture is all new with plenty of storage and cupboard space.  A peninsula unit divides the kitchen from the eating area which has a large dining table with seating for twelve, Welsh dresser and TV.

Studio Flat: In addition, there is a ground floor studio apartment with tiny kitchen area (microwave, fridge, kettle, toaster), TV/DVD, table, chairs and double bed with en suite shower-room (suite).  It has views over the duck pond and orchard with a door to the patio; also access from the conservatory.  This apartment can be made available at double pro rata (even if booked by one person only).  Suitable for partially disabled.

Adjacent is a laundry/drying room with Belfast sink, washing machine, tumble dryer and ironing board.  A large shower room fitted with power shower, WC and wash basin leads off the hallway.

Upstairs: the landing has an original Victorian stained glass window with views over the countryside and a large airing cupboard with hot water storage.

The luxury master double bedroom has two 3ft beds that can either be clipped together to form a king-sized bed or separated to form twin beds.  The room - with views over the gardens - has quality traditional furniture, en-suite bathroom with power shower over bath, basin and WC.

The second luxury bedroom (5ft bed) has dual aspect views over the garden.  A luxury shower room with double sized shower, basin and WC can either be en-suite or used for the other bedrooms.

The third and fourth double bedrooms have twin 3 ft beds and fitted furniture with views over the garden.  Bedroom five has full size twin bunk beds with courtyard views.

Bedroom six is a double bedroom with 4ft 6in bed, fitted furniture and vanity basin.  The main bathroom has a bath with power shower over, basin and WC.  All bathrooms have large illuminated mirrors, heated towel rails and shaver points.  Bedrooms have ample wardrobes, chests of drawers, etc.

All the beds have duvets, linen and pillows included in the let price.  A travel cot & highchair can be made available.  Well behaved dogs are accepted.  Underfloor heating is in all major downstairs rooms.  Electricity, gas, oil central heating and telephone for incoming and local calls are included in the price.  Logs for the the woodburners are included as a starter pack, additional bags can be purchased at the local petrol stations.  There is a £ 100 security deposit.

Outside: the large enclosed private garden has garden furniture and a barbecue.  There are further grounds and ponds with chickens, ducks and friendly geese.  There is ample private parking. 

The nearest beach is 2 miles away.  Slapton village, one and a half miles away, has the nearest shop and two pubs.

Sleeps 12 in 6 bedrooms and 2 in Studio flat.

Changeover day is Saturday.

Prices: £ 675 to £ 2275.  See:  weekly rates and availability. 

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