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The Red Linhay
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This really is a lovely base for exploring Exmoor and the spectacular North Devon coast. The scenery around Hollacombe Farm is magnificent and varied: You can enjoy fine prospects of the steep pastures and high moorland of Exmoor, before plunging down, beside the ancient woodland of Cowley Wood, into the secluded valley that forms the eastern part of the farm. |
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The Red Linhay and Devon countryside
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Much of the pasture is steep, and the farm has many spring fed streams. Martin & Celia have a great affection for their land, and farm it accordingly. They keep traditional Red Devon cattle and Exmoor Horn sheep, which graze the land in a way that encourages wildlife to flourish. Consequently there will be lots for guests to discover as they walk around the farm. |
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| Looking towards the coast over our wildflower meadows |
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Things to do
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A wooded stream on our Exmoor farm
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Wildlife to look out for Spot a wide variety of wildlife, from Red Deer and Badgers to Snipe and Peregrine Falcons. Flower-rich streamside meadows' and steep pasture banks are good for butterflies. An excellent wetland conservation area in the valley bottom, rich in wildlife, and ideal otter habitat. The farm is adjacent to a large area of ancient woodland. Mosses and lichens, which are a Devon speciality, are abundant, and indicate a freedom from air pollution. |
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Red Deer are frequently seen
near our self-catering cottage |
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The Accommodation The linhay has been beautifully restored and converted, using a combination of traditional and modem materials. The result is a spacious, comfortable and warm home, with double-glazing throughout and central heating in every room. And for those who really like the warmth we have a modern log-burning stove and a free supply of logs. Outside there is ample parking and a large grassed garden, front and back, with a pretty fenced-off stream and waterfall. A barbecue and picnic table is supplied. |
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The Red Linhay self-catering cottage on Exmoor
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On the ground-floor there is a porch and separate cloakroom with its own WC and wash-basin. The open plan living area has a comfortable settee and two armchairs, plus a futon which provides an additional double bed if needed. There is also a "freesat" TV and DVD player. The kitchen and dining area is large and well laid out, benefiting from the usual array of modem appliances. |
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Our open-plan lounge, dining room
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The bedrooms, one double, one twin, have their own ensuite shower, wash-basin and WC. The fitted wardrobes and cupboards in each room provide ample storage space, and the windows give superb views over the surrounding countryside. |
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The bedrooms have wonderful views
across the Exmoor countryside |
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Booking the Red Linhay Prices from £200 Please contact Martin & Celia Ryall at: tel: +44 (0)1598 763286 Links 15213. |
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The self-catering cottage at Hollacombe Farm
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