Ford Mill Dairy, Ashmansworthy, is a characterful barn conversion nestled within beautiful farmland just five miles from the Devon/Cornwall border. The well-equipped kitchen features an electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, and fridge / freezer, all accessible via charming cottage-style steps from the dining room. The cosy lounge provides the perfect retreat with its warming wood burner, comfortable seating, TV, and DVD player, whilst the separate dining room offers seating for four guests.
Step outside to discover a fully enclosed private garden complete with outdoor furniture and BBQ area, perfect for afternoon dining as the sun fills the space. The property boasts two comfortable bedrooms: a spacious double with TV and large en-suite shower room, plus a flexible twin room with zip-and-link beds that convert to a king-size on request. A family bathroom with shower over bath completes the accommodation, whilst additional features include access to the owner's ten-acre farmland with well-maintained grass paths, and an on-site fishing lake for peaceful angling.
Imagine waking to birdsong echoing across rolling farmland, brewing fresh coffee in your country kitchen, then stepping into your private garden to breathe in the crisp Devon air. Spend leisurely afternoons exploring peaceful walking trails around the farm boundary, perhaps trying your luck at the fishing lake, before gathering around the crackling wood burner to share stories of your countryside adventures.
Ford Mill Dairy, Ashmansworthy, offers an idyllic base for exploring the stunning Devon and Cornwall border region. Upper Tamar Lake (7 km) provides tranquil waters surrounded by countryside, perfect for peaceful walks, fishing, and wildlife spotting including kingfishers and herons. Adventure seekers will love the Ultimate Adventure Centre in Abbotsham (14 km), featuring high ropes courses, zip lines, and thrilling assault courses set in 22 acres of natural woodland. Craft enthusiasts can watch master glassmakers at Dartington Crystal in Great Torrington (17 km), where visitors can observe the ancient art of mouth-blown crystal making and browse the extensive factory shop. For a delightful family experience, Woolley Animals Alpaca Walking in Winkleigh (28 km) offers gentle encounters with friendly alpacas, Nigerian dwarf goats, and adorable rare Swiss Valais Blacknose Sheep.
History enthusiasts can explore Morwellham Quay (50 km), a fascinating living history village showcasing Victorian mining life complete with underground mine tours, historic tramways, and costumed characters bringing the copper mining era to life. Experience the unique Lynton and Lynmouth Cliff Railway, a 51-kilometre drive away, the world's highest water-powered funicular railway connecting the clifftop town of Lynton with the harbour village of Lynmouth 500 feet below. Simmons Park in Okehampton (46 km) combines peaceful woodland walks with intriguing historic WWII features including concrete pillboxes and anti-tank defences.
The bustling river port town of Barnstaple, just 28 kilometres away, invites exploration of its vibrant ancient Pannier Market, housed in a magnificent Victorian building where local producers sell fresh foods, crafts, and antiques alongside the historic Butcher's Row with its timber-framed shops. Meanwhile, Okehampton is a 34-kilometre drive and serves as the perfect gateway to Dartmoor National Park's wild moorland landscapes, offering excellent walking opportunities, dramatic granite tors, and encounters with the famous Dartmoor ponies roaming freely across this spectacular wilderness area.
