Half-Ton Fun

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High fuel prices and the skyscraping cost of ³/₄– and 1-ton pickups have created a growing demand for lightweight, easier-to-tow RVs. But not everyone wants a little trailer, which has led many RV builders to focus on smaller and lightweight fifth-wheels now more than ever. And the consumer stands to benefit from that trend. However, while many half-ton towable fifth-wheels might be smaller, that doesn’t mean they aren’t spacious and filled with great features; many offer niceties such as solid-surface countertops, leveling jacks and electric awnings. And almost every brand has a fifth-wheel designed for half-ton pickups that offers a slideout to expand the living space. Some even have two or three.

Keystone’s Laredo Super Lite fifth-wheel line is a perfect example. The series tops out at 31 feet in length with a dry weight of 7,735 pounds, yet is available in two double-slide floorplans. ‘‘These fifth-wheels are extremely well-equipped, attractive, offer great value and, of course, are towable by properly equipped half-ton trucks,’’ explains Jim Mac, Keystone’s communications manager.

Having made a name for itself in the travel trailer and truck camper markets, Livin’ Lite Recreational Vehicles entered the fifth-wheel segment for the 2013 model year with the Mercury, an aluminum-and-composite fiver that will initially feature two 24-foot floorplans with dry weights of less than 4,500 pounds. ‘‘We expect the Mercury to prove to be something that changes the market a little bit in the true ultralight fifth-wheel category,’’ says Livin’ Lite President Scott Tuttle.

Mark Lucas, president of Forest River’s Shasta division, says the company’s new 100-inch wide-body Phoenix fifth-wheel in lengths of 27 to 34 feet is intended to deliver more livability in a smaller RV. ‘‘It’s more cost-effective for the consumer, easier to tow and easier to park and they give up nothing,’’ Lucas said.

More and more builders are coming to market with a half-ton towable fifth-wheel that offers many of the conveniences, features and luxuries of the larger, heavier fivers. Here’s a guide
to get you started.

Axiom 

The compact Axiom lightweight fifth-wheel built by Forks RV is aimed primarily at the Australian market, but is available through select dealers in the United States. The 7¹/₂-foot-wide mid-profile Axiom is offered in four 23- to 27-foot floorplans, each with a single sofa/dinette slideout. With a dry weight of 6,500 pounds, the aluminum-and-laminated fiberglass Axiom features an aerodynamic front cap, composite cabinets, LED lighting inside and out, thermopane windows and linoleum floors in the living area with carpeting in the upper deck — which is equipped with a queen bed. Base MSRP starts at $42,000.

Forks RV, 574-825-7467, www.forksrv.com

CrossRoads 

CrossRoads RV has added a double-slideout 30-foot lightweight fifth-wheel to its 2013 Cruiser Aire lineup. The Cruiser Aire fiver, from this subsidiary of Thor Industries, has a walk-through queen-size bedroom with a 6-foot 6-inch ceiling. Five other fifth-wheel floorplans in lengths of 25 to 30 feet will also be available. The Cruiser Aire fiberglass-and-aluminum debut floorplan, with a 7,000-pound dry weight, is equipped with electric jacks, a 15,000-Btu air conditioner, 8-cubic-foot refrigerator, maple cabinets, 54-by-27-inch shower with a glass door and a midway island kitchen with a large amount of Formica countertop space. Base MSRP: $29,995.

CrossRoads RV, 855-226-7496, www.crossroadsrv.com

Escape 5.0

Made entirely of hand-laid fiberglass in a two-piece mold, the lightweight, aerodynamic Escape 5.0 from Escape Trailer weighs approximately 2,650 pounds (dry) and offers a low center of gravity for increased road stability and a 3,500-pound-capacity independent suspension axle for reduced vibration and better handling while towing. Standards such as 15-inch tires (including the spare), LED marker lights, a 10-foot Fiesta awning and dual 5-gallon LP-gas cylinders dress up the exterior of this 19-foot 6-inch fifth-wheel. Its compact kitchen still boasts a 4.3-cubic-foot three-way Dometic refrigerator, two-burner cooktop with power range hood, optional microwave and a countertop and sink roomy enough to get the job done. The fifth-wheel has a gross vehicle weight rating (GVWR) of 4,400 pounds, making it easily towed by half-ton pickups such as a GMC Sierra or Toyota Tundra, and even by some compact pickups with appropriate trailer weight ratings and proper equipment. Base MSRP: $27,000.

Escape Trailer Industries, 855-703-1650, www.escapetrailer.com

Heartland RV

Two new rear-living-room floorplans have been added to Heartland Recreational Vehicles’ Elkridge Express fifth-wheel series for 2013. The 30-foot E27 and 31-foot E28 floorplans each have a single slideout and are among seven that the manufacturer is building for the new model year. With dry weights ranging from 7,205 to 9,250 pounds, the Elkridge Express is constructed with laminated fiberglass side walls on an aluminum frame and has an 88-degree turning angle. Features include heated storage with slam-lock doors, kingpin box covers, outside showers, Beauflor floors, solid-surface countertops, cherry cabinets with hidden hinges, 60-by-74-inch queen beds, full wardrobes, sofa air beds, porcelain toilets, dinette chairs with hidden storage and multiview TV centers. Base MSRP starts at about $24,000.

Heartland RV, 877-262-8032, www.heartlandrvs.com

Jayco

Dry weights range from 5,975 to 7,135 pounds in the Jayco Eagle HT line, with four available floorplans for 2013. Offered in 26- to 32-foot layouts, three have wardrobe slideouts to complement the living-room slide. The unusual Eagle HT 23.5RBS has a large rear bath with tub and shower to allow for more bedroom space in the upper deck. A standard Glacier Package includes an R-29 insulation value in the main floor and R-27 in the roof in addition to triple insulation in the heated-and-enclosed underbelly. Countertops are solid-
surface and cabinets have solid hardwood doors with screwed stiles. Base MSRPs begin at $30,586.

Jayco Inc., 574-825-5861, www.jayco.com 

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With a dry weight of 7,735 pounds, the Laredo Super Lite 289SRE is equipped with a living-area slideout containing a sofa bed and booth dinette. A ‘‘Best in Class Package’’ included in all Laredo layouts includes an adjustable electric awning, LCD TV, electric rear stabilizer jacks, all-weather Glacier Package and crown molding. Standard features include a fully enclosed heated underbelly, pass-through lighted storage, residential-size cabinets, single-basin sink, two-door refrigerator, extra-wide dinette with storage below, raised-panel mortise-and-tenon cabinet doors, queen bed, wardrobe storage and entertainment center. Keystone also offers a new 31-foot 280SBH fifth-wheel floorplan with rear bunk beds for the kids in its popular Laredo Super Lite series. Base MSRPs typically equipped begin at $54,940.

Keystone RV, 866-425-4369, www.keystonerv.com

KZRV 

A tri-level rear-kitchen floorplan has been added for 2013 to the newly redesigned Durango from KZRV. The unique 37-foot double-slideout floorplan, built on a bi-level drop-frame, features a new front cap designed to allow a greater turning radius, and has a side-aisle (streetside) front bath with a porcelain toilet, large neo-angle shower and linen closet. The 331RK queen-bed floorplan — one of 12 offered in the Durango series — has a dry weight of 9,740 pounds and is equipped with 110 cubic feet of storage under the kitchen, an 8-cubic-foot refrigerator with wood insert panel, solid-surface countertops, kitchen table with four chairs, Beauflor linoleum, slam-latch baggage doors, an L-shaped sofa bed and a 32-inch LCD TV. MSRP: $49,999.

KZRV LP, 260-768-4016, www.kz-rv.com

Livin’ Lite  

Livin’ Lite Recreational Vehicles, known for its lightweight all-aluminum folding camping trailers and truck campers, has introduced the Mercury fifth-wheel. Livin’ Lite’s Mercury will have two 24-foot aluminum-and-composite floorplans, each equipped with a single slideout. Both are designed for half-ton pickups with GVWRs in the 3,500- to 4,500-pound range. One floorplan features double bunks in the upper bedroom,  while the second will be equipped with a queen bed. Both will have dry baths with LP-gas stoves, refrigerators and water heaters. The interior is available in a wood-look Azdell composite or champagne aluminum. Base MSRP: $26,000.

Livin’ Lite, 574-862-2228, www.livinlite.com

Northwood

Northwood Manufacturing has given its Fox Mountain lightweight fifth-wheel a facelift for 2013. The redesigned Fox Mountain now has tan side walls, an aerodynamic mocha front cap and a more contemporary interior with stainless-steel appliances. Built on a cambered chassis, the fiberglass-and-aluminum Fox Mountain is available in six 26- to 32-foot floorplans with up to three slideouts. With a dry weight of 7,500 pounds in the 28-foot double-slide model, a standard Four Seasons package includes heated-and-enclosed underbellies, R-7 insulation in the side walls and floor, and R-18 in the roof. Features include solid-surface countertops, Beauflor floors, centrally located control panels, exterior showers and electric awnings. A combination sofa/dinette with leatherlike fabric is optional. Base MSRPs begin at $32,500.

Northwood Manufacturing Inc., 800-766-6274, www.northwoodmfg.com

Shasta 

Forest River’s Shasta Recreation Vehicle division has introduced the mid-profile Shasta Phoenix wide-body fifth-wheel with a distinctive exterior and a kingpin that can be adjusted to accommodate 5¹/₂-foot-pickup beds. Available in eight floorplans with up to four slideouts, the Phoenix is 100 inches wide and available in eight 27- to 34-foot floorplans, all with 6 feet 4 inches of headroom in the upper deck bedroom. The gray hung fiberglass side wall on a six-side aluminum superstructure is connected to the root-beer-colored front cap. Bamboo rattan accents in the cabinets and on the slide fascia, along with Beauflor wood-plank floors, give the Phoenix a lighter interior. Dry weights begin at 7,400 pounds. Base MSRPs start at $30,000.

Shasta RV, 574-825-7178, www.shastarving.com

Starcraft RV

Starcraft RV is building its 2013 Starcraft Travel Star FW fifth-wheel series on its own StarMaxx drop-frame chassis to increase the storage capacity to 75 cubic feet. Floorplans offering two or three slideouts and dry weights from 7,415 to 7,915 pounds are available. A standard Arctic Package includes heated and enclosed underbellies with foil insulation in the roof and slideout rooms. Amenities include bourbon-glazed beechwood solid-wood raised-panel doors and drawers throughout, porcelain toilet, radius shower, oversized sinks, Formica countertops, storage drawers beneath the booth dinette and large windows over the dinette. An optional Galaxy Package includes a colored fiberglass front cap; power stabilizer jacks; remote control for patio awnings; slideout, porch and security lights; front and rear jacks; solid-surface countertops; and a 32-inch LED TV with DVD player. Base MSRP starts at $29,986.

Starcraft RV, 800-945-4787, www.starcraftcamping.com

Winnebago 

For those in the market for a midprofile fifth-wheel, Winnebago Towables has introduced the Winnebago Lite Five with four 28- to 34-foot floorplans, three of which are equipped with a single slideout and an optional wardrobe slide in the bedroom. With a cambered front cap, the fiberglass-and-aluminum Winnebago Lite Five, with dry weights from 6,907 to 8,953 pounds, can be towed by shortbed pickups. Features include high-gloss automotivelike gel coat exterior, fully enclosed-and-heated underbellies, 35,000-Btu furnace, high R-value insulation, patio awnings and stabilizer jacks. Amenities include a sectional sofa, island queen bed, a large bathroom with neo-angle shower, double-door refrigerators, a large amount of counter space and Bluetooth-enabled entertainment centers. Base MSRPs start at $28,993.

Winnebago Industries, Inc.,  574-825-5250, www.winnebagoind.com

Yellowstone

The Yellowstone division of Gulf Stream Coach has added a 29-foot rear-living room floorplan to its Canyon Trail XLT fifth-wheel series. The low-profile Canyon Trail XLT 25FLRW floorplan, with a dry weight of 7,297 pounds, has a single 38-inch-deep, 6-foot-2-inch tall slideout that contains a convertible sofa/dinette. Offering a large hallway closet with mirrored doors, the 25FLRW has a separate shower and bathroom, hardwood cabinet doors and drawers, laminated countertops with a solid-surface option and a queen bed with a flip-down fabric headboard with hidden storage. To accommodate shortbed pickups, the aluminum-framed vacuum-bonded side wall Canyon Trail XLT has an extended kingpin box. MSRP: $29,253.

Yellowstone RV, 800-811-0302, www.yellowstonervs.com 

Copper pipe electrolysis from touching galvanized steel?

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topic 24664

An ongoing discussion from 2003 through 2016 . . .

(2003)

Q.I recently had a 1/2" TYPE L HMP flexible copper pipe that sprung a leak, unfortunately it was inside the wall going up to the second floor. After splicing the pipe where it was leaking another spot started leaking. I noticed inside the pipe a bunch of green "blobs" & the outside of this (HOT) water pipe a lot cleaner than the other pipe (COLD) that would have been put in at the same time, 20-25 years ago I'm guessing. I did notice one spot where the copper pipe was touching an old galvanized pipe seemed to be wet and green. Could there have been some electrolysis going on that caused this pipe to start getting finer than pin hole leaks & how much damage might have been done to the rest of the plumbing if that is the case?

THANK YOU FOR YOUR HELP,

Alex H [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
do-it-myself-er - Cedar Rapids , Iowa

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(2003)

A.Copper pipes can corrode in at least three different ways, but the differences are quite technical. I would suggest that the corrosion could be induced by a galvanic couple caused by contact with the galvanised pipe and this results in an induced local anodic polarisation of the copper pipe. I would normally expect such a failure to occur where the two pipes come into contact, but if this point is dry, no corrosion will occur and the effects of the galvanised pipe will be transmitted onto the copper pipe where it will react in a more favourable wet environment. Your photograph clearly shows the green copper salts on the inside of the failed straight pipe, so it must have been in an area where the copper is oxidised and failed. The propensity for copper pipes to fail is related to how the pipe was made, the local water composition and the environment it is used in. I would suggest there may be other not be other problems with your copper pipes, as there has already been a failure of an induced polarity, but if there are other non-compatible pipes in contact with each other, there could be a repeat of this. It may be wise to ask a plumber to check your system out.

Trevor Crichton
R&D practical scientist
Chesham, Bucks, UK

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(2004)

Q.I was told by a local plumber that electrolysis can occur in copper pipes when the hot water heating system is part of a forced hot water boiler system. The solution is to put nylon fittings between the copper connections and the galvanized boiler system so as to prevent any electrolysis action from taking place in the copper pipes running throughout the building. I would like to get other opinions since this is an expensive fix and it takes a long time to determine whether the fix in fact works.

Dan W [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
property management - Juneau, Alaska

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(2004)

A.It is the right advise, Dan. For galvanic corrosion to occur you need a metallic circuit and an electrolyte circuit. If you break the conductive metal circuit between the copper and galvanized pipe, galvanic corrosion ("electrolysis")" does not occur. This is not to say that no form of corrosion will ever occur though.

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey

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(2004)

A.Copper pipe failure began to occur approximately eight years after completion of a new home in Brewster Co. Texas. The leaks were always in the cold line.

A split-core ammeter revealed a slight current flow between the steel gas pipe and the hot side of the copper system. No current could be detected between the cold copper pipe and the hot, or the steel gas line. This led me to conclude that the cold line was acting as a sacrificial anode between the other two while absorbing all voltage drop.

No electrical bonding could be found.

My solution was to isolate the steel line (which included some galvanized parts), from the copper system with a PVC adapter.

Current flow cannot now be detected unless a jumper is placed between the steel and copper.

Is the problem solved? I don't know! What can be said is that there is no further measurable evidence of electrolytic activity in this particular system.

Sam D [last name deleted for privacy by Editor]
- Alpine, Texas

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(2004)

A.As others have mentioned, there are three different ways for holes to develop in a copper line, and I have seen all three.

A typical trade mark of electrolysis is pit on the inside of the pipe where the electrical current has actually eaten away at the piping, this doesn't sound like what is going on.

Another way is corrosion from the outside, normally when the piping in in a damp location with high acid soils, or even in an unsealed sleeve (copper run inside another pipe, usually PVC, and normally from the meter to the house). This is evidenced by pitting on the outside of the pipe.

The last one I have come across, and am still researching, is what it sounds like this gentleman has. It typically will have build-up on the inside of the piping and will often times leave large "blobs" of build up. I don't know what this is for sure, but I do know it isn't electrolysis, and it has nothing to do with water that is too clean (mentioned on another website as a possible answer). I think it has to do with the water quality to a certain degree, but I think it may be the molecular structure not the chemicals used. I think the buildup is a protectant for a "micro-atmosphere" high in maybe hydrogen. But I could be wrong, I am still researching this. I will post any further findings.

Jereme Grisenti
plumbing - Blountville, Tennessee

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(2005)

Q.If we were to rivet or otherwise attach a copper sleeve to galvanized chimney pipe, would this cause the galvanized pipe to fail? We have fireplace chimneys on the beach. we have several copper clad chimneys that are doing well, but the maker went out of business. Now we have only galvanized pipe to work with and the outside of it corroding causes an eye sore.

Bryan Malt
- San Diego, California

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(2006)

Q.This is a piggy back question.

Three 1/2 inch copper pipes running from my basement to the Laundry room one floor above show the same kind of erosion as the picture accompanying the original question. In each case the green copper salts and pin holes developed where the pipes pass through the floor. You can see the leaking water from below but not from the laundry room level.

After one of two plumbers to replace one of the leaky pipes stated that at one point he felt a very mild electrically shock, I had an electrician check the system. The electrician said he could not find a problem. The electrician checked the system before and after the plumber felt the shock. We could not duplicate the shock with the plumber or the electrician.

The plumber reinstalled the three pipes and wrapped the new pipes in electrical tape at the point where the pipes go through the floor.

Since we have not yet found a source of electrical charge would it be prudent to ground the copper line to an unused galvanized pipe so any current would flow to the unused galvanized pipe? Any help would be appreciated.

Greg Butts
- Stafford, Virginia

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(2007)

Q.When copper pipes are plastered over into walls do they need to be protected from corrosion either by cement or plaster?

Mrs M Bridger
Homeowner - Steyning, West Sussex, England

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(2007)

Q.I have a brick wall in my bathroom and want to cut a groove in the brick run the copper pipe inside and cement it back up. Will this have a long term effect on the pipe
thanks daz

Dario Ruberto
designer - Toronto, Canada

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(2007)

Q.I have some questions regarding electrolysis, or galvanic corrosion between the copper and galvanized water pipes in my house. The house in on a municipal system and it is my understanding that acidic or soft water is not a problem in my area.

I have extremely low pressure in the upstairs bathrooms, and moderately low on the main floor kitchen. In my basement I have galvanized pipes coming in from the street, they supply the hot water heater, and they run the hot water for a few feet beyond the tank. At one point they are connected directly to copper pipes which take the hot and cold supply upstairs to the bathrooms.

I intend to replace the galvanized pipe, but I am trying to decide whether or not to replace the copper pipes going upstairs, and as well the hot water heater.

To make this decision I need to understand a little more about what is going on with the electrolysis. Before discussing the ramifications with the hot water heater, I have the following questions:

1. Where the galvanized and copper connect in the basement, does the electrolysis happen only locally? It seems that the electrons would travel only within the magnetic field created by the metals and therefore only affect the pipes within about a foot or so of the connection. Or, since the water exists through all the pipes, does the electrolysis affect the copper all the way to the upstairs bathrooms?
2. Once the galvanized pipe is removed, will the electrolysis cease? (I understand that new copper and old copper will also create electrolysis but I assume this condition is not as severe.)
3. I understand why galvanized pipe corrodes when coupled with copper but I don't understand why it is that the galvanized pipe becomes filled with gunk on the inside and restricts flow, I would think the corroding would make it get slightly wider on the inside, not more narrow.
4. If I remove the galvanized pipe, can I clean out the remaining copper pipe to make sure there is no corrosive material setting in them? How is this performed?

As far as the hot water heater is concerned, galvanized pipe feeds it and takes the water out of it, however, there is copper flexible tubing that actually connects directly to it. I assume this means the heater has corrosive material in it and will likely not last as long. If I leave the existing heater in place and wait for it to fail, will it contaminate any new piping that I put in?

Also, if I run the new copper water service through the front yard within a few feet of the gas line will this cause electrolysis? If yes, will it affect the pipes inside the house or just in the front yard? Which pipe will get holes and which will narrow? Can I insulate the copper to prevent this?

Justin Zavislak
buyer, hobbyist - Seattle, Washington

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July 13, 2008

Q.I have type k copper coming from the main to the shutoff in the house. after reporting a leak it was dug up to be repaired and all was found was a pipe with walls that have thinned considerably and covered in grooves resembling termite damage on wood. it was also riddled with pinholes.

the ground for my electrical is connected to this pipe. could that be a possible cause. please help. there other houses in the area that have had there lines replaced twice in the last 20 years.

thanks, cy

cyrus lambert
hobbyist - conne river, Newfoundland, Canada

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July 20, 2008

A.Where I work they were having problems with the copper pipes. The anode rods in the water storage tanks had been all wore down. Plumbers found the electrical system grounding rod had been disconnected & everything was grounding through the plumbing, causing the problems. You might want to check but I think it is a code violation now to ground through your plumbing only.

Alex Hatfield
- Cedar Rapids, Iowa

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August 30, 2008

Q.I have a problem identical to to the lead in this thread. Green spots on rigid type L 1/2 in copper pipe with water seepage. This 14+ ft run of pipe is leading from my gas fired hot water heater (after a few short copper fittings) across the drywall finished basement ceiling to a T that feeds hot water to most of the house. I noticed a small spot of mold on the ceiling, cut it open and found this pipe with green spots like the picture above and two of the spots (at different ends of this one section of pipe) have water seepage. There are several other copper pipes , cold water and feeds for hot water heating that have no green spots,(only this one length of hot water has the spots) and also a flexible gas line in the same bay. My fix is to replace this entire length. A difficult job for me, tight spaces overhead, and hope there are no other bad pipe in the house. Please confirm the cause of this. Is it likely to be elsewhere or reoccur?

David Goldman
- W Milford, New Jersey

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September 3, 2008

A.In response to the gentleman who experienced a leak on a 1/2 copper pipe and then he split it exposing this thick green blob running on the inside for some unknown length. well from dealing with similar repairs and from years of experience in the field this green corrosion that you are talking about stands far from electrolysis. this green gunk/blob is what we use to solder/sweat our copper pipes with better known as FLUX this product is applied to the outside of the copper pipe once it has been cleaned and reamed. putting too much flux on the pipe and fitting will cause the excess to flow into the pipe and will settle on the inside of the pipe until the system gets energized and water flows flushing out the excess flux. if it was not flushed out and was left as is; guess what? call your plumber.....thanks.

Armando Olvera
- Costa Mesa, California

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September 14, 2008

Q.Within the last 9 weeks we have called the plumber 3 times regarding a 4 ft. section of hot water copper piping. Each time a pinhole sealing leak about 4-6 feet away from a recently replaced(5 months ago that our plumber installed) electric hot water heater. After replacing 2 inch copper pipe sections at a time we finely asked him to change a length of pipe but, only last night we developed another leak, a foot over from the new pipe, closer to the water heater. Our house is 15 years old and we use city water. The leaky pipe had green discoloration at the leak points. The plumber says this problem could be expected in this area in homes using well water after about 20 years due to the highly acidic soil but we use city water and our pipes are in the sealing. He's suggesting we may need to replace all of our pipes but it seems strange that the leaks are all near the water heater. Could the water heater be faulty or it's installation be the problem?

Chris McQuillen
homeowner - Crescent City, California

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September 14, 2008

A.Hi, Chris. I'd be pretty confident that is has to do with something electrical rather than well water. I think I'd call an electrician rather than calling the plumber again.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey

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(2005)September 30, 2008

Q.can a copper water line be spliced to an existing galvanized water pipe line?

Keith Medved
- Dyer, Indiana

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A.Hi, Keith. When you transition from one kind of metal pipe to another, the correct thing to do is to use dielectric unions =>

These are unions that include a plastic insulator so there is no metal-to-metal contact. I'm not saying that this is always done, but it is the right way to insure that there can be no galvanic corrosion.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey

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October 24, 2008

Q.How can one determine the cause of frequent deterioration of a 3/4" copper water supply line? The section going bad is located underground at the block wall of the foundation. The home owner had to replace this line two times within the past year. The deterioration seems to occur on the outside of the pipe. There were no problems prior to the first replacement of this pipe section 9 months ago. The home has city water and uses a sump pump due to a high level of ground water. I don't know the pH level of the water. The basement is dry, but uses on a "floating slab" to channel away the ground water. I conducted load tests of the electric panel to verify the electric wiring. All tests proved satisfactory with only about .2 amps or less flowing to the ground wire. This is when a 35 amp load is applied to each 120 volt leg. This proves that practically all current is flowing back through the neutral conductor. The electric service is lacking the required two, 8 foot ground rods. There is only one ground rod, and it appears to have been installed as a ground for the telephone system. At this point I'm thinking the corrosion and deterioration was not caused by excessive current flowing top ground via this water supply line.

Dave Baylor
- Pittsburgh, Pennsylvania

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May 22, 2009

Q.Hi, Our house is 6 years old and from the time we moved in we have had this "green" problem. It has ruined my hair and has left stains in the sinks and toilets. We have had 2 different water softeners and 2 water heaters. We discussed this with the last water softener person and I guess they didn't have a clue about this problem. No one has until I
talked to some nerd at the company that tests the water for the city. He said that it was probably because of the fittings that the water softener company put on the copper pipes and if we didn't rectify the problem, we would eventually have pin size holes in the pipes and leaks! What do we do, who do we call and how do we go about fixing this problem! I want long hair again! Thanks!

Kathy L. Maxwell
- Grover Beach, California

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December 8, 2009

A.While replacing the copper piping in a 150 year old home, I was puzzled by the green buildup inside of the pipe. Tracing the pipe I discovered that a ground clamp and wire from the circuit breaker box was connected to the cold water line 15' from the water meter where a jumper wire was also connected to the pipe from the street. In the circuit breaker box the Neutral buss was bonded to the Ground buss. That was okay. I also checked the sub panel to make sure the Ground buss and Neutral buss were not connected.

The wire mains from the electrical meter are aluminum. Current will find the least path of resistance, therefore current leakage to the piping is occurring. The remedy for this is to drive a conductive rod into the ground as deep as local code requires and connect a ground wire. Additionally I moved the ground clamp to the incoming side of the water meter, and removed the grounding jumper. As the water meter has dielectric connections the leakage can not return into the water piping since it is no longer grounded.

Bert Cooper
Equipment Designer - Williamsport, Pennsylvania

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June 11, 2010

Q.Type K soft copper pinholes. We are having numerous issues with 3/4" and 1" and even a couple 2" services running from the mainline in the street to the property. 10 years ago or so we started having pinhole leaks appear on the copper always next to a flaired fitting so naturally everyone blamed it on a bad flair, then the specs changed and we were allowed to use compression fittings. This is now happening with the compression fittings as well, now everyone is blaming it on not de-burring the copper properly.

We just had to dig up a leak and found the pinhole leak in the middle of the 1" copper run (no fittings even close) and the copper was in a 4" sleeve under a major street which would eliminate the corrosive soil theory which the supplier will want to use, also the leak was on the top of the copper so a rubbing situation is not the answer. I have a question, is it possible for the copper at the time of production to have impurities introduced causing an electrolysis situation? Do you know of any other town having this problem. The suppliers here have no idea and have never even heard of this problem before which I find hard to believe. Thank you for your time and opinion

Bill Williams
water company - Tucson, Arizona

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September 9, 2010

Q.I have recently installed and new water softener with an aerater in my home. My home is 26 years old and several weeks after the installation I noticed a blueish/green tint. I have had the water tested and the copper level is high, can the new system cause this?

Rachele Cancia
home owner -Sunrise, Florida

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November 26, 2010

Q.I had an odd situation and was wondering if there is a known reason.
Last evening we noticed water dripping from the ceiling. Upon cutting open the ceiling, I noticed that the 3/4 hot water heating pipe (not sure if supply or return) was pressing firmly against the 1/2 hot water supply pipe, and that a leak had developed in the (smaller) hot water pipe where they touched. Fortunately, the heating pipe was connected to flexible copper to go up through the floor, and I was able to push the pipes apart and repair the supply line easily, but I am concerned what might have caused this leak.

Mike Paulson
former kitchen contractor, retired -falls church, Virginia

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December 17, 2010

Below is an excerpt from Wikipedia's "Tap Water" page at en.wikipedia.org/wiki/Tap_water

"Pin-hole leaks can occur anytime copper piping is improperly grounded and/or bonded; nonmetal piping, such as Pex or PVC, does not suffer from this problem. The phenomenon is known technically as stray current corrosion or electrolytic pitting. Pin-holing due to poor grounding or poor bonding occurs typically in homes where the original plumbing has been modified; homeowners may find a new plastic water filtration device or plastic repair union has interrupted the water pipe's electrical continuity to ground when they start seeing pinhole water leaks after a recent install. Damage occurs rapidly, usually being seen about six months after the ground interruption."

Q.So if I understand this correctly, adding a union may cause this problem? How does one connect copper pipe to galvanized steel then, or how to bond from copper pipe (cold water line, for example) to iron pipe (gas line, for example)? What materials is the bond conductor made of?

Andy Roberts
-Maynard, Massachusetts

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May 13, 2011

A.I have seen electrolysis occur with galv. steel straps, hangers and supports, with copper. It usually occurs at the point.
Pin Hole leaks are mostly caused by incorrect installation of plumbing pipes.
For example, If a plumber uses a pipe cutter, to cut a pipe, it leaves a ridge on the inside of the pipe. This causes a ripple in the flow of water going through the pipe, and will eventually start eating away at the pipe, from the inside out. This was a common occurrence back when track homes were booming, and the track rats were doing high volume production, and not installing correctly.
You can verify this, by separating the pipes at the soldered joint, and stick you finger in the pipe and feel the edge. If you feel a sharp edge, then the fitter never filed the inside edge to remove this. Which this is why it will happen in multiple places in your home. Also the reason it happens more to cold water lines, is because you use your cold water more that your hot.

Keith Van Aalst

-Anaheim California

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February 3, 2012 -- this entry appended to this thread by editor in lieu of spawning a duplicative thread

Q.I need to run natural gas to an outside heater. I have a 3/4" gal water line which is no longer used, am hoping to run type 'L' flex 1/2" copper line thru this line to supply gas to out side heater, is that possible or is there something I could wrap the copper with to make it work?

Bob Hendrickson
-Pontiac, Illinois, USA

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February 25, 2012

Q.I have a bunch of copper fittings. 1/2", 3/4" & 1"; I had the fittings for a year or more. Some of the fittings are starting to get corrosion on them, a greenish thick coating. What is causing this and how do I control/stop it. All the fittings are new and never used.

Ken Kramlich
-Sacramento, California, USA

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February 27, 2012

A.Hi, Ken.

Copper corrodes, but usually not that quickly. The simplest fix is probably to put them in a plastic bag with desiccant. Sodium benzotriazole is a copper preservative. You can use brass lacquer if you are trying to protect them for artistic rather than functional use. Good luck.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey

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December 18, 2012

A. After reading all of the postings about plumbing -
There are a lot of factors to touch on.

Any type of pipe can be connected to a different type of pipe with the right connectors that can be found at big box or good hardware store.

The green spots inside or outside of a copper pipe is cause by Flux.
Flux is an acid that is used by plumbers when the copper piped is fitted together and soldered.
When a plumber puts too much flux on the copper fittings or pipe - It stays inside the pipe and causes the pipe and or fittings to corrode because the water does not get hot enough to melt flux in order to get it flushed out of the pipe or fittings.
Even if you air pressure out the lines, all of the flux will not move out of the copper pipe because flux is a paste, and what little amount of flux that does move will stick to any joining type of Copper or Plastic or PVC or Galvanized pipe or fittings.
Green spots on the outside of a copper pipe or fittings usually means the plumber did not wipe off any left over flux on the out side of the copper pipe or fittings, or the copper pipe has started to corrode from the inside out from using too much flux inside the pipe and the flux has made its way to the outside of the copper pipe or fittings and needs to be replaced.

As far as electric or electric ground going through copper - Electricity will slowly soften up the excess flux that was used on the copper pipe or fittings.
As the flux softens, and because Flux is an acid, it will slowly break down the copper pipe or fittings and needs to be replaced.

NOTE:
Most electric or electric ground going through a copper pipe is not a high enough voltage to melt flux -- it will only soften the flux.

NOTE:
If your phone line is grounded to the copper line then this alone is enough to soften the flux.
If you put some flux on both the neg. and pos. post of a small charged 9 volt battery you will find that the flux will soften.
If you leave the flux on the battery the flux will corrode the battery because flux is an acid.

NOTE:
If your phone or cable is grounded to your copper pipe this is enough electric for a person to get a small shock when touching the copper pipe.
After a person touches the pipe and gets a small shock, it takes quite a while for the electric to build back up because the voltage is quite low.
It is because the voltage is so low that when a person touches a copper pipe and gets a small shock you have depleted the electric in the copper pipe and a shock will not happen again until the electric builds back up in the copper pipe.

NOTE:
Anytime you have to run a copper pipe behind a wall that will be closed in, only use HARD copper pipe (NOT ROLLED TUBING OR SOFT TUBING). Place the copper pipe inside of a piece of PVC pipe and do not have any fittings or couplings that have been soldered inside the PVC pipe.
If you need to soldier on fittings - Solder the fittings on after you have cleared the wall that will be closed in. It will also be helpful to use liquid foam between the copper pipe and the PVC pipe to stop any pipes from clanking when the water is turned on or off. You can pre make up the pipe with the foam in order to let the liquid foam set up.

I hope this information is helpful.

Jim Drake
- Fredericksburg, Virginia, USA

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April 20, 2013

A.To those dismissing the "green blobs" as residual flux are not understanding what I think are the inquisitors' issues. We built our home in 2004 and within a couple of years we started experiencing problems in our master shower. Initially, I was able to disassemble the hot water supply in the manifolds and clear out the green "blobbish" crystals. Our master shower is large and has multiple shower heads and two shower manifolds. Since then the problem appear to only exist in the master bath "hot" water lines. I have never had any issue with the cold water lines.

To give a little more detail. The green blobs I am experiencing a hard crystals and not any type of pasty or flux consistency. I have found galvanized steel nipples between the copper supply lines and the brass shower fittings. Two years ago the galvanized nipple on the shower with the most serious blockage, had nearly corroded away completely. Fortunately I had decided inspect the inside of the shower wall after suspecting some sort of "electronic" cause. This morning I found the same union on the second shower head that is now almost completely blocked.

I should have recognized something was wrong in the construction of our plumbing lines during the build simply because of the sloppy solder joints. I have a rudimentary knowledge of plumbing as my father was a plumber. Unfortunately, I was traveling extensively and didn't have time to address the bootleg plumbers my builder contracted.
I guess I was depending on the inspectors to alert us of any issues, but I have learned that lesson.

In summary, I would conclude that the green crystals are formed from kind electric current activity in addition to the hardness of your water. Our municipal water is very hard and my water softener is worthless so we are going to rip out the bathroom walls to see what other surprises we have in store and get a new water softening system.

Vaughn Broadnax
- Carmel, Indiana, USA

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May 21, 2013

Q.During a bathroom remodel, the plumber used some metal strapping (likely galvanized steel)to further secure the copper piping from the shower valve to the shower outlet. (see photo) Days later, my contractor had secured a loose toilet supply valve with a plastic part and explained that a metal material could negatively interact with the copper and eventually cause a leak. (I think he himself had just come upon this info when he went to home depot to pick-up the part.)
I then remembered seeing how the plumber used the metal strapping to basically tie back the copper piping. The wall has since been scratch coated and is about to be floated. I've alerted my contractor about this and am awaiting a reply. I really do not want the float to happen until I know for sure that there is definitely no problem with the set-up, or, until it is corrected. Any input on this would greatly be appreciated.

Jack Goldstein
- Mission Viejo, California, USA

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May 22, 2013

A.Hi Jack. You need 3 things for galvanic corrosion:
- dissimilar metals so there is an inherent voltage between them,
- metallic contact path between the two metals so that electrons can flow from one metal to the other,
- a moist and conductive ionic path so that positively charged ions can follow the electrons, transporting atoms of metal from one point to another.

You certainly have the first two, but whether the third condition is met well enough for serious concern is always the question, and sometimes hard to define. When such a condition is sealed behind a wall, it sounds to me like poor practice -- then again, I'm not a plumber. You might see if you can find anything in the plumbing code about it. The problem would have been easy to avoid with any kind of plastic between the pipe and strap; you can hopefully get a scrap of Visqueen in between them without much damage to the wall. Good luck.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey

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June 3, 2013

Q.Having pin hole issues on the cold water line repeatedly over approx. 8 years -- same area.
The house used to have copper pipe coming in from the street and we did not have a ground strap on it. I can see how the pin holes would happen then. Then the copper pipe was replaced with PVC out to the street so there seemed to be no need for the ground on the street side of the meter, but I left the ground connected on the house side (still copper here). Was this wrong? Still another pin hole problem this year.
Tired of water leaks, Tom

Tom Canarecci
- Mishawaka, Indiana, USA

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July 11, 2013

Q.We have an apartment building that keeps getting leaks in the first apartment. I have read everything and understand the problem, but we don't have money to replace all the pipes, so every few months there is a leak. The last time we had to replace all the carpet because it was leaking over a full weekend.

I have been told by one plumber that he heard of a product that can be put in the pipes that would coat the insides and help prevent the pinholes from developing.
Is there any such product?

Also someone told me of a product that can be painted on the pipes like a silicone or latex component that might be able to help.

If you know of any products like this that I can try, please let me know.

Thank you.

Lisa Keylon
- Fountain Valley, California, USA

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February 11, 2016

Q. I just noticed there is corrosion at the elbo 90 connector of hot water copper pipe going out of water heater. Both are copper pipes - so wondering what's causing the corrosion. Otherwise I'm planning to
Simply planning to use fix-it stick/Keeny pipe wrap tape as temporary fix until I get time to call plumber to cut the pipe and rejoin.
Please advise:
1) is it ok to fix temporarily
2) if I need to dig in further to find the cause before I fix it.
3) are there any other things I need to check / replace while I'm fixing it.
Btw- this is house is 10 yrs old.

Venu Reddy
- Waukee, Iowa

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April 8, 2016

A. You can also use a brass nipple between copper and galvanize .

Rodolfo ruiz
- Pasadena California usa

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April 2016

Thanks, Rudolfo. Yes, you can use a brass nipple between them ... but I don't think it will do much towards stopping galvanic corrosion.

Regards,

Ted Mooney, P.E. RET
finishing.com
Pine Beach, New Jersey
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30 Magnificent Large Cottages to Rent for Your Next Big Group Holiday

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If you are planning a trip away with a group of friends and family there are many large cottages to rent around the UK. Whether this is a birthday gathering, family reunion, corporate event or wedding celebration, there are large and luxurious properties available in the most beautiful parts of the UK. Depending on the type of break you are looking for, there is holiday accommodation for your taste, group size and budget. Find properties with indoor pools, sea views, lakes and stunning outdoor opportunities.

Discover a list of large cottages to rent in some of the most scenic areas of the UK.  Browse and book today at affordable prices. The bigger your group the more your can save per person (and the bigger your accommodation). Make your next holiday the one that will be talked about for years to come!

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For a quick look at the large cottages to rent that we’ll be discussing below, here’s the full list:

• Aarons, Okehampton, Devon
• The Moors House, Okehampton, Devon
• Scarlet Pimpernel, Colchester, Suffolk
• Chubbs Farm, Axminster, Devon
• Redgate Farm, Axminster, Devon
• Apple Mill, Sidmouth, Devon
• Blencowe Hall, near Greystoke, Cumbria
• Hause Hall Farm & Cruik Barn, Martindale, Cumbria
• Waternook, The Lake District, Cumbria
• New Lodge, near Penrith, Cumbria
• Kirkbride Hall, Penrith, Cumbria
• Glassonby Old Hall, Glassonby, Cumbria
• Cazenovia Hall, near Greystoke, Cumbria
• The Normans, Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk
• Long Barn, Norfolk
• The Oaks, All Stretton, Shropshire
• Lletty & Annexe, Colwyn Bay, Conwy
• The Old Post Office, Liss, Hampshire
• Oat Hill Farmhouse, Broadway, Cotswolds
• The Manor House, Stroud, Cotswolds
• White Willow Lodge, near Lechlade, Cotswolds
• August House, near Northleach, Cotswolds
• Barnhouse, near Lechlade, Cotswolds
• Forthampton Court, Tewkesbury, Cotswolds
• Lower Farmhouse, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds
• Bellhouse, near Nympsfield, Cotswolds
• Hunter Court, Oxfordshire, Cotswolds
• Furlong Barn, Southam, Warwickshire
• Ivy House & Reading Room, near Ashbourne, Derbyshire
• Hillside Farm, Whitby, Yorkshire

Looking for a large cottage to rent in a particular UK region? Select from the the list of locations below to find a cottage for your large group.

1. Aarons

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Aarons, Whiddon Down, OkehamptonFirst floor of Aarons, Whiddon Down

Whiddon Down, Okehampton, Devon (DV166)
Sleeps: 8 guests
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3 (an en-suite bathroom, family bathroom and shower room)
About the property: Aarons is a beautiful light and airy barn conversion in a small hamlet, based in Dartmoor National Park.
About the location: This property is perfect for exploration in Devon and Cornwall. The A30 is only a short drive away.

Layout:
The ground floor includes:

• A large hall
• Utility room with washing machine and dryer
• Shower room with wc
• Double bedroom with 5’ bed and en-suite bathroom
• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds
• Another twin bedroom with 3’ zip and links (which can convert to 6’ double)

The first floor:

• Double bedroom with 5’ bed
• Bathroom
• Kitchen
• Large sitting/ dining room with French windows onto a large patio

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum stay two nights
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Enclosed garden with garden furniture and barbecue
• Off street parking (three vehicles)
• Wi-Fi
• Pub nearby
• Great size for groups and families

Additional features:

• Electric double oven with halogen hob, larder fridge, freezer, microwave and dishwasher
• Utility room including washing machine and tumble dryer
• Smart TV with Freeview, DVD/CD player
• Mobile telephone
• Two travel cots and two high chairs (upon request)
• Children’s table and chairs, toy box & outdoor toddler toys
• Garage available to store things (bikes & equipment)

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Golf
• My personal sanctuary spa
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Changford: 2.5 miles away. Here you can find great shops, pubs restaurants and the famous Gidleigh Park Hotel (two Michelin Stars).
• National Trust’s Castle Drogo, Drewsteignton: You can see this from the house. This is an early 20th Century Castle.
• Exmouth: 30 minute drive away. This is Devon’s oldest seaside town and has two miles of sandy beaches. Not to mention, is a world Heritage site.
• Coasts both north and south in easy reach
• Museum of Dartmoor Life, Okehamptom: Located next to the Tourist Information Centre
• Dartmoor Letterboxing: Dartmoor is known for it’s hidden letterboxes. This is a great activity where participants search the Tors and valleys for hidden treasure, following clues or looking under rocks.
• Surfing beaches of North Cornwall and Devon
• Exeter: 18 miles from the property. Devon’s capital city and home to Exeter Cathedral
• High Moorland Visitors Centre, Princeton: Here you can find information on where to go and insight into Dartmoor.

Price: lowest price from £425

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2. The Moors House

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The Moors House, South Zeal, Okehampton, DevonGround floor of The Moors House in Okenhampton

South Zeal, Okehampton, Devon (DV134)
Sleeps: 10 guests
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3 en-suite shower rooms and 2 family bathrooms
About the property: This is an 18th century self catering holiday longhouse. The Moors House is located in the village of South Zeal, on the northern part of the Dartmoor National Park, Devon.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Sitting room with granite inglenook fireplace and wood burning stove
• Snug with wood burning stove
• Kitchen
• Utility room
• Dining room (dines 10 guests)
• Boot room with seating and hanging facilities and WC

Stairs to reading area leading to five bedrooms:

• Two double bedrooms with 6’ zip and link beds (can convert to 3’ twin beds upon request). Both rooms have TV/DVD
• One bedroom with 5’ bed with TV/DVD
• Two more bedrooms with 5’ beds.
• Three en-suite shower rooms, one bathroom with a bath and shower over bath, one bathroom with separate shower.

About the location: The house is a short walk to the Devonshire village of South Zeal. Here you can find two friendly pubs serving food, a store and a coffee shop. This is the perfect location for outdoor exploration as Dartmoor National Park and the Tarka Trail are at your doorstep. The home is also only four miles east from the town of Okehampton.

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum stay three nights
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Log burner/ open fire
• Fully enclosed garden
• Parking for five vehicles
• There are steps down to the house
• WiFi
• Pub nearby
• Great size for groups and families

Additional features:

• Thatched roof and exposed beams
• Electric range cooker with gas hob, microwave, dishwasher, larder fridge, separate small freezer
• Washing machine and dryer
• Two TVs, two DVDs and DAB radio with docking station.
• Three bedrooms with TVs and DVDs
• Cot and high chair (available on request)
• Garden furniture and gas barbecue
• My Personal Sanctuary service

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Golf
• My Personal Sanctuary Spa
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Exeter: 15 miles west. Property is easily accessible from Exeter St Davids, Exeter Airport and the A30/M5
• Roadford Lake for sailing and angling (20 minutes away)
• Beaches are a 30 minutes’ drive away.
• The Eden Project: One hour from the property.
• Numerous golf courses in the area
• Two riding stables within five miles

Price: lowest price from £518 (for 7 nights)

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3. Scarlet Pimpernel

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Scarlet Pimpernel, Stoke by Nayland, ColchesterViews from lodges at Scarlet Pimpernel, Stoke by Nayland, Colchester

Stoke by Nayland, Colchester, Suffolk (SU061)
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
About the property: This is a combination of lodges Scarlet and Pimpernel that together accommodate eight guests.

Layout:

Scarlett:

• Open plan kitchen
• Dining and sitting room
• Two twin bedrooms with 3’ zip and link beds (can be made into double). Both have en-suite bathrooms.

Pimpernell:

• Open plan kitchen
• Dining and sitting room
• Two twin bedrooms with 3’ zip and link beds (can be made into double). Both with en-suite bathrooms.

About the location: Scarlet Pimpernel is located in the peaceful Constable Country, which is near Stoke by Nayland in Suffolk. This is the perfect place for a family and friends’ reunion and golf or spa breaks.

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum of two night stay
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wooden balconies
• Onsite parking
• Welcome hamper provided
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Lodge Porter on call 24/7 to transport guests to and from the spa/golf/dining facilities
• House Chef available to prepare a bespoke menu at the lodge
• Complimentary access to indoor heated swimming pool, sanarium, steam room, jacuzzi and technogym
• Onsite spa and two championship golf courses (additional charges)
• Onsite two AA restaurant, bars, clubhouse restaurant, gift and golf shops, squash court, pool, fishing, covered driving range and professional golf lessons (charges will apply)
• Underfloor heating throughout
• Electric oven and four ring induction hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge and freezer
• Flatscreen TV, Blu-Ray DVD player, surround sound in the sitting room and iPod docking station
• Travel cot and high chair available on request (may be addition charges)

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Golfing
• Swimming
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Colchester Castle: a complete Normal castle and grade II listed building
• Colchester Zoo: with over 260 rare species (may part of breeding programmes)
• Lavenham: known as “the most complete medieval town in Britain” with a fine collection of medieval and Tudor architecture
• Constable’s Dedham: where Britain’s greatest landscape artist went to school
• Flatford Mill: grade I listed watermill on the Rier Stour built in 1733 that is most famous for being painted by artist John Constable in 1816
• The Beth Chatto Gardens
• Antique shops
• Kentwood Hall in Long Melford: romantic moated Tudor mansion with extensive gardens and rare breed farm

Price: lowest price from £866 (for seven nights)

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4. Chubbs Farm

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Chubbs Farm, Axminster, DevonGround floor of Chubbs Farm in Devon

Axminster, Devon (DV083)
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 3 (one shower room, one en-suite bathroom and one family bathroom)
About the property: This property used to be part of a farm set and is detached and thatched. This house accommodates 12 guests and is situated at the end of a track within 10 acres with views down to and across the Axe Valley. The recent refurbishment to the property combines the original features with a more contemporary design.

Layout:

Split level ground floor:

• Large entrance hall
• Children’s snug with TV & video
• Sitting room
• Five steps down to the dining room
• Large farmhouse kitchen with breakfast table, utility room
• Large shower room with WC
• Boot room
• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed
• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds
• Bathroom with WC and small sitting area
• Galleried stairs to first floor

First floor:

• Master bedroom with 6’ bed, balcony and en-suite bathroom with shower over the bath
• Small queen-size double bedroom
• Two twin bedrooms with 3’ beds
• Bathroom

About the location: Chubbs Farm is set in a quiet and rural position, only two miles from Axminster. The property is a 10 minute drive from Lyme Regis, the regency resort. You can enjoy a day at the beach or go fossil hunting on the nearby cliffs.

House rules:

• Smoking not allowed
• Pets not allowed
• Minimum three night stay
• Kid-friendly
• Suitable for children under 5 years

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Two acre lawned garden with decked area
• Unfenced stream that runs around the perimeter of the garden (steep bank and requires child supervision)
• Onsite parking
• Up to two dogs welcome (small fee per dog)
• Access to the property is via a rough farm track (drivers should take care)

Additional features:

• Thatched roof
• Hall with slate floor and rest of property has rugs/ oak floors
• French doors from kitchen onto a patio
• Double electric range oven, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• Additional fridge/freezer in utility room
• Flat-screen digital TV, video, DVD, stereo with iPod docking station
• Three travel cots and two highchairs (available on request)
• Gas barbecue available
• Private water supply

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Walks
• Fossil hunting
• Boat rides

Nearby attractions:

• Close to a local beach
• Many lovely walks through nearby fields
• The nearest town is Axminster with a pub, shops, cafes and restaurants
• Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall’s River Cottage Canteen and Deli is in Axminster
• Nearby towns include: Salcombe, Seaton, Beer and Sidmouth

Price: lowest price from £833 (for seven nights)

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5. Redgate Farm

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Redgate Farm, Shute, Axminster, DevonGround floor of Redgate Farm in Shute, Devon

Shute, Axminster, Devon (DV145)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 6 (two in the annex)
Bathrooms: 3 (one family bathroom, one en-suite bathroom and one shower room)
About the property: Located in the peaceful village of Shute, Redgate Farm is a thatched, 17th century, Grade II listed farmhouse. The property has a beautiful garden and views over the surrounding farmland.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Utility and boot room
• Kitchen with doors to breakfast room/ conservatory
• Sitting room with wood burning stove dining room
• Study/TV room

First floor:

• Double bedroom with zip and link beds (can convert to two singles)
• Two single bedrooms with 3’ beds
• Family bathroom
• Double bedroom with 6’ bed and en-suite bathroom with separate shower

Annexe with first floor accommodation:

• Double bedroom with zip and link beds (can convert to two single beds)
• Twin bedroom (access via the double bedroom)
• Shower room (access via the double bedroom)
• Annex attached to the main house (step into a lobby to access the annex)

About the location: Redgate Farm is located in the charming village of Shute, located between Honiton (seven miles) and Axminster (four miles). The National Trust property of Shute Barton is at the centre and Redgate Farm was originally part of the Shute Estate. The surrounding countryside offers you the opportunity to enjoy walks in the local area.

Also, there are two local pubs only a five minute drive away from Kilmington which serve good food. The nearest shops can be found in Colyton, a six minute drive away.

House rules:

• Smoking not permitted
• Minimum of three night stay
• Pet friendly
• Child friendly
• Baby friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Landscaped gardens, herbaceous borders and large cobbled courtyard
• Lake only 200 yards from the house (child supervision required)
• Onsite parking
• One dog is welcome (small fee)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Property set in six acres of grounds
• Oil-fired central heating, electric storage heaters in the annex, gas fire in the TV room
• Range cooker with gas hob, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• TV, CD/radio, DVD player.
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request)
• Steps between some of the rooms
• Games barn with table tennis, table football and darts board
• Garden leading to croquet lawn
• Paddock for ball games
• Covered Bothy for outside entertaining
• No barbecues permitted due to thatch

Activities & things-to-do:

• Games room
• Walking
• Fishing

Nearby attractions:

• Lyme Regis, a lovely seaside resort is within easy reach of this property
• The town of Axminster where you can visit one of the River Cottage Canteen for a delicious breakfast, lunch or dinner
• Nearest beaches at Branscombe (eight miles) or Beer (seven and a half miles)

Price: lowest price from £83

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6. Apple Mill

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Apple Mill, Venn Ottery, Sidmouth, DevonGround floor kitchen at Apple Mill in Venn Ottery

Venn Ottery, Sidmouth, Devon (DV060)
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
About the property: Apple Mill is a Grade II listed property and can be accessed via its own driveway. The property has its own secluded, private garden with hot tub and courtyard.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Large family room with wood burning stove (opens up to a kitchen with dining area/ seats 14)
• King size bedroom with a 5’ bed
• Twin bedroom with 3’ bed
• Shower room with walk in shower

First floor:

• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed and en-suite shower room
• Master bedroom with a king-size 5’ bateau lit (sleigh) bed and en-suite bathroom with a roll top bath and separate shower

About the location: This property is located in the stunning Devon countryside. Apple Mill is only four miles from Sidmouth in a designated Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty near the Jurassic Coast, the UK’s only natural World Heritage Site. It is also near to Venn Ottery Common and the Otter Valley, which are perfect for Devon countryside walks.

The Woodbury Park Golf and Leisure Club is only 10 minutes from Apple Mill (enjoy free complimentary membership during your stay). The facilities include an 18-hole championship golf course, a nine hole golf course, driving range, indoor swimming pool with Jacuzzi, sauna, gym, squash courts, tennis courts, beauty therapist and two restaurants. Green fees, court fees and beauty treatments not included.

House rules:

• Smoking not permitted
• Pets not permitted
• Minimum of three night stay
• Kid-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Sun trap courtyard and garden with hot tub
• Parking (four vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Electric range cooker with gas hob, microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
• Freeview Sky TV, further TV in master bedroom. Video, DVD & radio/cassette/CD player
• Telephone (available on request)
• Travel cot (available on request)
• Gas barbecue and patio furniture
• Private water supply
• Two adult bikes (available on request)
• Dinner delivery service from Tasmin Lear at Wild Thyme
• Free complimentary membership to Woodbury Park Golf and Leisure Club

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Golfing
• Swimming pool
• Cycling
• Jacuzzi/ hot tub
• Tennis court

Nearby attractions:

• You can visit many of the local National Trust houses, gardens or castles in the area
• For a family day out, you can visit an adventure park, farms or steam railways which are within easy reach of the cottage
• There are many wonderful beaches nearby at Sidmouth, Budleigh Salterton, Beer, Branscombe and Exmouth

Price: lowest price from £553

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7. Blencowe Hall

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Blencowe Hall in CumbriaSitting area at Blencowe Hall, Cumbria

Blencowe, near Greystoke, Cumbria (CU037)
Sleeps: 24
Bedrooms: 12
Bathrooms:13
About the property: This is a multi award-winning Grade I listed, fortified manor dating back to the 1400s. It has undergone extensive renovations, bringing the two towers into use for the first time in more than 300 years.
Blencowe Hall has won the following awards: English Heritage Construction Conservation Award, Eden District Design Award, the NWDA Conservation Award and the RICS National Conservation Award. Visit England has also awarded it 5 stars.
About the location: Blencowe Hall is located on a bluff above the river Petteril and is surrounded by gardens, grounds and fields with access to the river. Views extend to the nearby Lakeland fells and across the rolling Eden Valley fields.
The property is on the edge of the Lake District (only four miles from Lake District National Park and seven miles from Lake Ullswater. Also nearby is Aira Force National Trust waterfall, perfect stream to paddle in. There is also a tea shop and scenic walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell.

House rules:

• Smoking not allowed
• Pets allowed
• Kid-friendly
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Two open fires
• Lawned garden with patio
• Onsite parking
• Up to two dogs welcome (small fee)

Additional features:

• Oak panelling and beams
• Ancient masonry walls and doorways
• Spiral stone staircases
• Ancient carde robes
• Juliette balconies
• Four poster beds
• Wood chip central heating, the Billiards Room has a gas fired open fronted cast stove
• Four door oven gas Aga, a separate Bosch hob, Bosch electric oven. Two refrigerators, microwave, two dishwashers
• Washing machine and tumble dryer
• Utility area with second sink, storage and cloakroom
• LCD TV, DVD player, iPod docking system
• Telephone
• Catering service available
• Barbeque with charcoal provided and outdoor furniture
• Bicycles may be rented

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Pigeon shooting
• Horse riding
• Golf
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Brown trout fishing along the river
• Clay pigeon shooting within the grounds
• This property is on the edge of the Lake District, four miles from the Lake District National Park and seven miles for Ullswater
• One mile walk from the village of Greystoke, where you can find Greystoke Castle and its 3,000 acre estate. This village is perfect for public walks. Also, Greystoke has a heated village swimming pool, local post office/shop a cycle cafe and a 6th century coaching inn serving meals (The Boat and Shoe)
• The Aira Force National Trust waterfall is also nearby offering you the opportunity for a scenic walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell

Price: lowest price from £3065

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8. Hause Hall Farm & Cruik Barn

Hause Hall, Hallin Fell, Martindate, CumbriaGround floor at Hause Hall in Cumbria

Hallin Fell, Martindale, Cumbria (CU050)
Sleeps: 14 (option to for 18 guests if you book The Stables as well)
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
About the property: Hause Hall Farmhouse and the Cruik Barn offers you 5 star rated accommodation in the Lake District National Park close to Lake Ullswater.
The farmstead extends several traditional lakeland stone buildings. This includes Grade II listed five bedroom, five bathroom farmhouse and the adjoining two bedroom, two bathroom Cruik Barn. These are linked across a traditional paved stone terraces along with The Stables. The Hause Hall Farmhouse can also be booked with The Stables to sleep 18 guests.
About the location: The property, Hause Hall Farm and its two adjoining cottage, is located part way up Hallin Fell at the south end of Ullswater in Martindale. Enjoy spectacular views over the fells and up into the hidden valleys of this secluded area of the Lake District.
The property is a short distance from the Howtown Hotel and its Walkers Bar, open to non residents from April to November. Also, only one mile away on the footbath is the Michelin starred Sharrow Bay Hotel. The Cruik Barn and Stables are never let independently to value your privacy during your stay at Hause Hall Farm.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Pets allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stoves
• Walled gardens and yorkstone terrace
• Onsite parking
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Spectacular views over the fells and up into the hidden valleys
• Cycle storage

Hause Hall:

• Central heating provided by ground source heat pump with underfloor heating downstairs and radiators in bedrooms
• Gas fired four-oven Aga and separate gas hob with an electric oven. Microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• LCD TV, DVD iPod dock
• Telephone
• Catering service available
• Travel cot, highchair and stair gate (available on request)
• Garden furniture and Weber barbecue

Cruick Barn:

• Central heating provided by ground source heat pump with underfloor heating downstairs and radiators in bedrooms
• Electric hob and an electric oven, microwave, fridge, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Golfing
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• The property is only a short walk away from the Howtown Hotel and the Walkers Bar (open to non residents April to November)
• One mile up the country lane or footpath is the Michelin starred Sharrow Bay Hotel
• Ullswater Cruises provides two hour cruises and short trips on a daily basis
• Derwentwater Marina is close to Keswick offering the opportunity for windsurfing, canoeing, rock climbing courses, boats for hire and sailing
• Nearby historic houses: Dalemain House and Gardens, Acorn Bank Garden and Watermill, Hutton-in-the-Forest and Appleby Castle

Price for Hause Hall Farm & Cruick Barn– sleeps 14 guests: lowest price from £1790 (Book here)

Price for Hause Hall, Cruick and The Stables– sleeps 18 guests: lowest price from £2,092 (Book here)

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9. Waternook

Waternook, Ullswater, The Lake DistrictLake view from Waternook in Cumbria

Ullswater, The Lake District, Cumbria (CU060)
Sleeps: 12 (option for 20 guests if you book The Great Barn as well)
Bedrooms: 6 double bedrooms (all en-suite)
About the property: Set within 26 acres of private grounds and gardens, Waternook provides a secluded setting with views of lake and mountain. The property is located at the base of Hallin Fell and is complimented with half a mile of Ullswater lake with boathouse and private jetty.
The property has sleek and sophisticated interior styling, making it the perfect place for a special event, wedding or gathering with friends.
About the location: The Ullswater Valley lies in the the English Lake District and is a place that offers a great escape since it is relatively untouched by tourism. Ullswater is surrounded by beautiful Lakeland fells, perfect for walks. This is an adventure destination for the family or a romantic escape. Ullswater also offers a lot of exciting opportunities for thrill seekers looking for an adventure.

House rules:

• Minimum 3 night weekend stay, 4 night mid-week stay or 7 night week long stay

Key features & amenities:

• Half a mile of lake frontage
• 26 acres of private estate grounds
• Lake view
• Terraced gardens with seating
• Boathouse with private jetty
• Infinity terrace with hot tub
• Two dogs are welcome (small fee)
• Onsite parking
• Concierge services available

Additional features:

• Stone and porcelain en-suite bathrooms with rain showers
• Designer baths in two bedrooms
• State of the art kitchen
• Wood burning stove
• Spa and wellness sanctuary
• Lake view dining
• Panoramic views of lake and mountains
• Integrated music system and iPad control
• TVs in all bedrooms
• Barbecue terrace with equipment
• Travel cot and highchair (available on request)
• Dog beds (available on request)
• Cinema with Sky movies and sports
• Secure bike and canoe storage
• Security gate entry system

Activities & things-to-do:

• Jacuzzi/hot tub
• Sauna
• Cycling
• Fishing
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Ullswater is the perfect destination for lakeshore walks. Hiking for the novice and more experienced mountaineers
• Ullswater Lake: Known as one of England’s most beautiful lakes. You can take a Round the Lake Pass with Ullswater Steamers. You can hop on and off at different piers around the lake and explore at your own pace.
• Lots of exciting outdoor activities: mountain biking, pony trekking, paragliding and sailing. Waternook’s concierge service can help you arrange these activities.
• Historic houses like Dalemain and Hutton-in-the Forest: both beautiful properties with lovely gardens
• Rheged Centre in nearby Penrith: This is an arts centre, cafe, cinema, farm shop and market selling local produce (with a grass covered roof).

Price for Waternook – sleeps 12 guests: lowest price from £4930 (book here)

Price for Waternook & The Great Barn – sleeps 20 guests: lowest price from £6886 (book here)

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10. New Lodge

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New Lodge, Watermillock, CumbriaFirst floor sitting area with views towards the lake at New Lodge in Cumbria

Watermillock, nr Penrith, Cumbria (CU056)
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 2 (and a shower room)
About the property: New Lodge was originally the gatehouse for Leeming House, which dates back to the early 1900s. The property is located in a beautiful location with incredible views of Lake Ullswater.
This is a luxurious lakeside lodge which has a stunning architecturally designed extension. This incorporates large areas of glass allowing you to enjoy panoramic views of the Lake, Barton Fell and Haling Fell from different levels of the house. The house also has its own private shore line and a small jetty at the end of the lawn making it a wonderful location to enjoy the beautiful lakeside setting.

Layout:

First floor:

• Oak staircase leading to a glass and oak mezzanine landing providing views over garden and lake
• Landing hall leads into a light contemporary open plan living area with wooden floor kitchen and wooden work top and a double ceramic sink
• Central island with breakfast bar seating
• To the front of the kitchen is  a large living area with double ceiling windows, seating and dining for up to eight guests (door out to balcony patio)
• Wood burning stove and television and external door from the kitchen giving access to the car parking area via external staircase
• Three double bedrooms: two x 6’ zip and link beds which can be made into singles on request and one 5’ double bed and an oval shaped bathroom with double shower and bath and double sinks. One bedroom with a double beam vaulted ceiling, wood burning stove, television and views over the lake

Second floor:

• Generous landing area that leads to the master suite with 6’ bed
• Large mezzanine master suite (lots of natural light and views with full floor to ceiling windows). Access a sofa and study area on the mezzanine balcony over the living space below. Walk in wardrobe leading to contemporary en-suite bathroom (free standing bath and shower).
• Separate room with single bed, which is perfect for children. Through this room you can access a game/TV room with sofa and velux windows

Outside:

• Access to the property is through a gated entrance onto a tarmaced drive with parking for up to five cars and hard standing for boats
• The flagged patio leads to a large lawn, which extends down to the private lake shower and small jetty

About the location: This is the perfect position for exploring northern parts of the Lake District National Park. Right outside the property you can enjoy beautiful walks. There are also lots of opportunities for outdoor activities like cycling, horse riding, kayaking, fishing and sailing.

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Minimum three night stay
• Kid-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Two wood burning stoves
• Large garden leading to a private lake shore and jetty
• WiFi
• Onsite parking (up to five cars)
• Shoreline is fenced (child supervision still required)

Additional features:

• Stunning panoramic views overlooking Lake Ullswater and surrounding fells
• Floor to ceiling windows in the living area and master bedroom
• Wooden beam vaulted ceilings in parts
• Electric hob and oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
• Charcoal barbeque and garden furniture

Activities & things-to-do:

• Walking
• Cycling
• Horse riding
• Kayaking
• Fishing
• Sailing
• Golfing

Nearby attractions:

Price: lowest price from £893

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11. Kirkbride Hall

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Melmerby, near Langwathby, Penrith, Cumbria (CU054)
Sleeps: 8
Please note: Nearby properties can accommodate more guests – Melmerby hall (18 guests) and Stag Cottage (four guests).
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
About the property: Located in the Eden Valley near the Lake District National Park, Kirkbride Hall is a 5* rated property for up to eight guests. The property was completed in early 2015 and was designed to cater to all the comforts of a traditional Cumbrian cottage. This includes sandstone walls using stone sourced from within the estate, solid oak floors, antique furniture and a large welcoming wood burning stove in the sitting room.
The property is a sandstone terraced cottage situated in walled cherry and apple orchards of Melmerby Hall. The former orchard garden of Melmerby Hall is a beautiful setting for this property.
Kirkbride has open plan access and parking to the front, a large enclosed patio and garden to the rear. It is the perfect place to relax on a warm summer’s day with a lot of space for children to play safely on the property.
Since it is in on the grounds of Melmerby Hall (sleeps 18 guests) it is also a great opportunity for families that would like to be near each other but not in the same property. Stag Cottage is also nearby (sleeps four guests).
About the location:  Kirkbride is right next to the quiet and scenic churchyard of the Grade II listed St John’s Church in Melmerby. There is also private gated access to 20 acres of mixed woodland grounds of Melmerby Hall through an iron gate set into the orchard wall. These grounds include woodland paths, water meadows and a tributary to the River Eden.

House rules:

• Pets allowed (three dogs)
• Minimum three night stay
• No hen or stag parties
• Baby-friendly
• Kid-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Large enclosed patio and garden to the rear
• On-site parking
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Oak flooring
• Underfloor heating fired by an environmentally friendly wood chip boiler system
• Electric oven and hob, microwave, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washer and dryer
• 42’ TV, DVD player, iPod docking system
• Telephone
• Catering service available
• Travel cot, high chair and stair gate (available on request)
• Barbecue and charcoal available

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Cycling
• Golfing
• Horse riding
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Melmerby is set within the heart of the Eden Valley at the base of Pennine fells and the Hartside Pass (which climbs 1904 feet above sea level). This offers you the opportunity to get a beautiful viewpoint on a clear day of the Eden Valley, Lake District and even as far as southern Scotland.
• Melmerby also has a village shop, tea room, post office, antique shop. La Brocante Emporium is within walking distance of the property.
• The ‘Coast to Coast’ Cycle route passes through the village on the A686 and ascends via Hartside to Alston

Price: lowest price from £612

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12. Glassonby Old Hall

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Glassonby, Cumbria (CU052)
Sleeps: 8
Please note: There are neighbouring properties that accommodate more people, Elk Cottage (sleeps four) and Jenny’s Croft (sleeps four).
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 5
About the property: Glassonby Old Hall is a 5 Star Gold Award winning traditional long house that is Grade II listed. It is one of three luxury properties in Glassonby, Cumbria. The other two properties are Elk Cottage and Jenny’s Croft, which both adjoin Glassonby Old Hall. All properties date to the 1600s.
Recent renovations brought the properties back into habitation for the first time since 1764. Glassonby Old Hall still retains many of its original features like the old ship timber oak beams, oak mullion windows, flagged stone floors, open fires and stone staircases.
Layout:

Ground floor:

• Sandstone flagged and galleried dining room with large stone and log burning fireplace
• Dining hall has double doors that open onto a sandstone terrace leading into the garden
• Sitting room with wood burning cast iron stove, a large breakfasting kitchen with four oven Aga, utility and store room and a ground floor cloak room
• The Daleraven Room, a double bedroom with a 5’ king size bed and wc and shower room. The room has original sandstone walled well preserved below the glass flooring

First floor:

• The Master bedroom suite that is accessed along the oak gallery. This suite has a 5’ poster bed and an en suite bathroom with separate rainfall shower and a cast iron roll top bath
• The Addingham Room has a 5’ carved antique bed
• The Salkeld twin bedroom has two 3’ beds
• All of these bedrooms are located next to the family bathroom which has a cast iron bath and separate rainfall shower.

About the location: The property used to be a farm and is positioned on the hills of the Eden Valley, giving amazing views toward the Pennines and the rolling countryside.

This is the perfect location to an outdoor holiday in Cumbria. There are lots of walks nearby and leading to Lacey’s Caves along the Eden River, to the Long Meg Stone Circle (second largest in England) and to the nearby Cumbrian village of Melmerby. Here you can find the nationally acclaimed organic Village Bakery.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Pets allowed (two dogs welcome)
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Two wood burning stoves
• Sandstone terrace leading up to a lawned area
• Onsite parking
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Oak and sandstone flag flooring with underfloor heating
• Four oven Aga, electric hob and separate oven, microwave, fridge freezer, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
• Large screen LCD TV, DVD player, iPod docking system
• Telephone
• Catering service available
• Heated towel rails in all bathrooms
• Cots and high chairs (available on request)
• Barbecue with charcoal available to use
• Garden furniture

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Golfing
• Cycling
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Village shop in Kirkoswald (one and a half miles away) which has two local pubs
• You can rent bicycles, locks and helmets locally
• Nearby fishing spots
• Great walks from right outside of the property – from Dale Raven along the banks of the Riven Eden, a walk to Lacey’s Caves along the Eden River and a walk to the Long Meg Stone Circle
• Glassonby is situated along the popular C2C cycle route and there are also many quiet lanes in the local area for cyclists. Cycling route maps provided at property.
• Glenridding Sailing Centre, where you can hire canoes and sailboats
• Rookin House Farm where you can go on a Pony trek
• Lake Ullswater at the Sharrow Bay Hotel, where you can enjoy a leisurely meal on the shoreline
• Junction 40 of the M6 is nine miles away
• Penrith the historic market town can be easily reached by taxi from the station (three hours train journey time from London)

Price: lowest price from £612

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13. Cazenovia Hall

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Cazenovia Hall, Near Greystoke, CumbriaFirst floor double bedroom at Cazenovia Hall

Near Greystoke, Cumbria (CU046)
Sleeps: 8
Please note: There are neighbouring properties that accommodate more people, Riverain and Wythburn Cottage (both sleeping six guests).
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 4
About the property: Cazenovia Hall is a Grade II listed and 5 Star Gold Award winning property located in the secluded grounds of the family owned Grade I listed Blencowe Hall. This holiday home has been renovated to a high standard with light and airy four bedroom traditional stone built barn that dates back to 1726.
This property has views up over the nearby hills. It’s secluded south facing sandstone terraces are perfect to relax after a day adventuring the Lake District.
About the location: This property is based on the edge of the Lake District (four miles away from Lake District National Park). Blencowe is also close to the Aira Force National Trust waterfall, offering a place to paddle, tea shop and walk up to the peak of Gowbarrow Fell.
Cazenovia Hall is also just over a mile from Greystoke Village, with a village shop, traditional Lakeland pub (The Boot and Shoe), a heated swimming pool and Greystoke Castle with its 3,000 acres of woodland grounds for country walks.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Pets allowed (two dogs)
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Open fire
• Private garden with sandstone terraces
• Parking (four vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• 5 Star Gold Award winning conversion, part of the Grade II listed sandstone barns within the Blencowe Hall Estate
• Double height, well-equipped kitchen with four oven Aga
• Oak flooring, underfloor heating from a sustainable wood chip boiler
• Four oven Aga, gas hob and electric oven, microwave, dishwasher, large fridge/freezer, washer and dryer
• 42’’ TV, DVD player, iPod docking system
• Catering service available
• Telephone
• Travel cot, stair gate and high chair (available on request)
• Teak garden furniture and barbecue with charcoal to use
• Secure cycle storage

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Cycling
• Golfing
• Walking
• Clay pigeon shooting

Nearby attractions:

• Clay pigeon shooting is available
• Tributary of the River Petterill for brown trout fishing (within the grounds of Blencowe Hall)
• Pony trekking, sailboat hire, and cycle tours along the popular C2C cycle route (passes through the village) all easily arranged
• Perfect for walkers who want to enjoy the Lake District (only four miles away from Lake District National Park)
• Penrith railway station is close to the property (three hours direct from Euston). The station is four miles from Junction 40 on the M6.

Price: lowest price from £612

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14. The Normans

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The Normans, Wells-next-the-sea, NorfolkSecond floor master bedroom at The Normans

Wells-next-the-Sea, Norfolk (NO088)
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 6
Bathrooms: 4 en-suite bathrooms and 1 en-suite shower room
About the property: The Normans is a three storey holiday townhouse based in the centre of Wells-next-the-Sea in Norfolk. The property is only a two-minute walk from the harbour and the sea. This is a self catering luxury rental house that’s garden is enclosed by a high wall.
The bedrooms are spacious and offer impressive views across the coast from Holkham to Stiffkey.
History of the property: The house was built for the town’s wheat merchant (rumoured to be a smuggler). This is why there is a spy window at the top of the house, from where the merchant could watch boats come in. The house had tunnels running beneath which lead to different locations in the town.
About the location: Wells-next-the-Sea is a popular Norfolk town that is based in a small harbour on the beautiful North Norfolk Coast. This area is one of the UK’s designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty. The town is known for its narrow streets, old alleys and yards with plenty of shops, pubs and cafes. Also, many impressive Victorian and Georgian buildings.

House rules:

• Smoking not allowed
• Pets not allowed
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Minimum three nights stay

Key features & amenities:

• Open fire
• Enclosed, walled garden
• Parking (four vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Electric oven with induction hob, microwave oven, fridge with freezer compartment, dishwasher, washing machine and tumble dryer
• TV, DVD player
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request)
• Garden furniture and charcoal barbecue
• Swinging seat and petanque pit in garden
• Catering can be arranged through Julie Abbs Catering

Activities & things-to-do:

• Horse riding
• Walking
• Bird watching
• Fishing

Nearby attractions:

• You can access the beach via a miniature steam train from the harbour. The beach has pine trees, sand dunes and colourful beach huts.
• The quay has an active fishing fleet and sailing club
• North Norfolk Coastal Path, perfect for walkers and birdwatchers with many creeks and marshes

Price: lowest price from £1199

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15. Long Barn

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Felmingham nr Aylsham, Norfolk (NO021)
Sleeps: 10 (or 16 if you also rent the adjoining property, Dovecote)
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 1
About the property: Located on the grounds of Felmingham Hall (a Grade II listed Elizabethan manor house) are the Felmingham Hall Barns. These are two award-winning holiday properties within a stunning 18th century barn conversion. Off a country lane and located at the end of a long drive, you can find the barns set within a walled garden and surrounded by farmland. There is a grape and laburnum covered pergola leading up to the properties.
The Long Barn is light and spacious, with a 30’ high vaulted drawing room with imposing fireplace, heating and double doors to front and rear gardens and terrace. The dining room leads out to a covered loggia (via double doors) where you can enjoy a meal while overlooking the private south-facing walled garden with views to the Hall. There are inter-connecting doors between Long Barn and Dovecote (sleeps six guests)
Property history: The Long Barn was once the home of William Talman, an architect of Chatsworth House and Master of the Works to the court of James I. Felmingham Hall was constructed in 1569 and is one the earliest examples of Elizabethan architecture in North Norfolk.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Drawing room with a wood burning stove and underfloor heating, dining room, kitchen/breakfast room
• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds and an en-suite bathroom

First floor:

• Double room with a 4’6 bed, an en-suite shower room and a window over the grand hall
• Twin room with an en-suite shower room
• Double bedroom with a 4’6 bed and an en-suite bathroom
• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed, an ornate window/ fire escape an an en-suite bathroom

About the location: This property is based in unspoilt countryside not far from the National Trust’s Blickling and Felbrigg estates. It is the perfect location for exploring the Norfolk coastline, only 20 minutes away by car.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum two night stay
• No stag or hen parties allowed

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Lawned gardens with terrace
• Plenty of parking space
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Short walk from the beach
• Shared game rooms (table tennis, table football and toys)
• Freeview TV, DVD, CD, Telephone
• Travel cot, high chair and stair gate (available on request)
• Private water supply
• Garden furniture and barbecue
• Catering can be arranged through Julie Abbs Catering

Activities & things-to-do:

• Walking
• Game Room

Nearby attractions:

• Weaver’s Way, a famous network of country walks is ten minutes from the property.
• The east coast is just fifteen minutes by car.
• Holt and Burnham Market, both picturesque Georgian towns
• Cley, a seaside village with famous bird sanctuaries
• Cromer, a traditional English resort town its Hotel de Paris
• Sheringham and Wells, both towns a short drive away and offer delicatessens, antique shops, restaurants and theatres

Price for Long Barn – sleeps 10: lowest price from £1039 (book here)

Price for Dovecote – the adjoining property that sleeps 6: lowest price from £612 (book here)

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16. The Oaks

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Inwood, All Stretton, Shropshire (SH019)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
About the property: The Oaks is a detached country holiday house based in the South Shropshire Hills. This luxury self catering rental has been refurbished to a high standard, offering contemporary, spacious and light accommodation.
The garden is two acres and surrounded by post and rail fencing and hedges. There are also two large, sunny stone patios with teak furniture facing west and south, offering views over Shropshire’s Caradoc and Lawley Hills.
About the location: The Oaks is based on the side of the Long Mynd and enjoys stunning views over the surrounding hills. This area is regarded as one of the UK’s designated Areas of Outstanding Natural Beauty.

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Minimum three night stay
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly

Key features & amenities:

• Wessex stone log fireplace in sitting room
• Aga
• Two-acre garden and stone patio facing south and west
• Parking (eight vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Perfect celebration venue for family or friends
• Beautiful views
• Visiting organic spa treatment service available with My Personal Sanctuary
• Oil Aga plus a separate electric hob, oven and microwave
• Fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• 42’’ Plasma TV with DVD. 19’’ plasma TV
• Separate TV and video in games room with selection of children’s videos, children’s pool table, table football and board games
• CD player, Bose iPod speakers, radio
• Travel cot, highchair and stair gate (available on request)
• Outdoor furniture and barbecue
• Catering service available

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Walking
• Golfing
• Mountain biking

Nearby attractions:

• Hill View Fishery nearby offering fly fishing for trout
• The front gate leads directly into National Trust land where you can go walking, mountain biking and exploring
• Golf course at Church Stretton, the third highest in the country with fantastic views
• Several country pubs nearby with great food, open fires and real ale (short car journey)
• Church Stretton, a Victorian spa resort is only five minutes away
• Ludlow, known as Shropshire’s gastronomic capital offers Michelin-starred restaurants
• Acton Scott is Shropshire’s historic working farm and is perfect for children
• Shropshire Hills Discovery Centre at Craven Arms
• Ironbridge offers many interactive museums

Price: lowest price from £944

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17. Lletty & Annexe

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Lletty located above the Eglwysbach Valley at the Bodnant Estate, ColwynBodnant Garden in Conwy, Wales

Bodnant Estate, Colwyn Bay, Conwy (CY008)
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 3
Bathrooms: 2
About the property: Lletty is one of eight luxury self-catering cottages on The Bodnant Estate near Conwy in North Wales. This is the perfect location for an outdoor break.
The property is a historic three-storey Grade II stone holiday farmhouse dating from the 17th century. The farmhouse has been rescued from dereliction and restored which has lead to it receiving an award from the Conwy Civic Society in 2009 for the restoration. The farmhouse has many period features and the separate annexe provides accommodation for two guests.
Layout:

Ground floor:

• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds, a vaulted ceiling and a private bathroom
• Study/sitting room with stairs up to dining room and door to the garden

First floor:

• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed
• Twin bedroom with a 3’ single zip and link beds (can be converted into a 6’ king-sized bed on request)
• Bathroom with a shower over the bath

Annexe:

• Twin bedroom with two 3’ beds and an en-suite shower room with wc
• Tea-making area including small kitchen sink and mini fridge

About the location: The Estate lies off a woodland track where there are many walking opportunities, paths, woods and farmland. It is located high above the Eglwysbach valley, with pastoral views.
Central to the Bodnant Estate is Bodnant Garden, owned by the National Trust. Also, the garden is only one to two miles walking distance from this property and open every day of the year.

House rules:

• Baby-friendly
• Child-friendly
• Pets not allowed
• Smoking now allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove
• Enclosed garden, parts on a slope with steps and a level sitting area below the house. Also, an eating terrace to one side of the house
• Parking (three vehicles)
• Access is via a single country road and graded track across fields
• WiFi

Other properties on the estate:

Additional features:

• Period features within the property – oak and slate floors, vaulted ceilings, exposed beams and a bread oven
• Gas range cooker, microwave, larder fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine
• TV, Freeview, DVD, CD/radio
• Travel cost, highchair and stair gate (available on request)
• Garden furniture and barbecue
• 10% discount at Hayloft restaurant, the Tearooms, Bodnant Cookery School and Bodnant Garden Centre
• Fishing permits available at Bodnant Garden Centre
• ‘Click and Collect’ service allowing you to order food in advance and then collect on arrival from the Bodnant Welsh Food Centre

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Access to miles of private paths that run through the woods and across farmlands
• Bodnant Welsh food where you can find the Hayloft restaurant, producing rustic Welsh food with a modern twist
• Bodnant Tearooms where you can enjoy fresh cakes and look out to the beautiful Conwy Estuary and Carneddau Hills (also 25 meters of adventure play trail for children here)
• Bodnant Cookery School, where you can hone your skills with personal guidance from culinary experts. Classes for beginners and the more advanced.
• Fishing permits can be purchased so you can fish right near the property (Roach, Tench, Perch, Eels and Rainbow Trout)
• Bodnant Garden Centre
• Bodnant Craft Centre

Price: lowest price from £471

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18. The Old Post Office

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The Old Post Office, Empshott, Liss, HampshireThe Old Post Office’s kitchen and dining room in Hampshire

Empshott, Liss, Hampshire (HA018)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
About the property: The Old Post office is situated back from the road within a unique and private woodland setting and is complemented by the beautiful landscape.
Once the old post office, this property has been transformed with restored and reclaimed pink flooring throughout, stunning entrance hall and impressive stairway leading to a galleried landing. The sitting room leads into a piano room which then leads into the kitchen/dining room.
The open plan of the property gives you a great feeling of space with bi-fold doors leading to the patio area, garden and views over the woodlands. The master bedroom has vaulted ceilings, which creates an airy New York loft feel. This room also has a balcony which provides stunning views over the surrounding Hampshire countryside.
Property history: This property was once a family run business, which included the village stores, post office and bus stop. It was built in 1907 to serve the Le Court Estate and has been extended and renovated by the current owners. The restoration retains and enhances many of the original features with lovely decor along with replacing the tilting outside the property with handmade clay tiles. This restoration was featured on a television series.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Kitchen/dining room
• Large galleried entrance hall
• Snug
• Sitting room
• Piano room
• Utility
• Cloakroom

First floor:

• Master bedroom, featuring balcony and en-suite bathroom with shower
• One double bedroom en-suite shower room
• Three further double bedrooms
• Family room

About the location: Alton, a nearby market town offers a variety of high street shops and also a weekly market. Also, the Watercress Line runs close with its steam locomotives. You can also venture into Farnham, Winchester and Basingstoke where there are more shops and a mainline railway station with connections to London Waterloo.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Pets allowed (one dog)
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Large galleried entrance hall & landing
• Parking (six cars)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• TV with Freeview and 3D smart TV with integrated Netflix/ Talk Talk TV for movies, CD player
• Gas cooker, dishwasher, washing machine, microwave, fridge and freezer
• Cot, high chair and stair gate (available on request)
• Garden with stream along the edge of the garden

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing
• Golfing
• Walking

Nearby attractions:

• Hamlet of Empshott, only two miles from the historic village of Selbourne and not far from the home of Jane Austen
• Many beautiful country pubs and walks in the vicinity
• South Downs National Park sites and nearby woodland
• Southampton Airport, accessible via M3 and M27 coastal motorway (40 minute drive)
• Frequent trains from London to Liss via South West Trains
• Liss, Hawkley, WInchester, Petersfield and Haslemere all offering villages, shops and dining

Price: lowest price from £1706

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19. Oat Hill Farmhouse

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Snowshill, Broadway, Cotswolds (CO232)
Sleeps: 16
Bedrooms: 8
Bathrooms: 5 and 2 shower rooms
About the property: Oat Hill Farmhouse is a 17th century farmhouse located in the centre of Snowshill and full of character features. This is a Cotswold village located at the top of the slope of villages of Stanway, Stanton Broadway, Buckland and Laverton.
About the location: You can get to the nearest pub within a three minute walk (The Snowshill Arms). Also, there is a church and its manor house within the village with beautiful gardens and tea rooms which are administered by the National Trust. On the edge of the village, you can also find Snowshill Lavender Farm, where you can wander through fragrant lavender fields (35 different varieties) and enjoy their tea rooms after.

House rules:

• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Kid-friendly
• Suitable for children under five

Key features & amenities:

• Two open fireplaces (including a huge inglenook in the kitchen)
• Large, tiered garden patio area for dining
• Parking (eight vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Spacious family kitchen
• Exposed beams
• Some flag stoned floors and stone walls
• South and west facing summer house
• Kitchen includes large range cooker, microwave, large fridge freezer with ice maker, two dishwashers, wine fridge and island work station
• TV room with 46’’ TV screen with HD Freeview. DVD.
• External utility room with washing machine, tumble dryer, additional fridge and space for storage
• Garden furniture and barbecue
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request). Also, rooms large enough to accommodate a travel cot

Activities & things-to-do:

• Theatre
• Walking
• Cycling
• Polo
• Cricket
• Golfing
• Horse racing

Nearby attractions:

• Broadway (less than three miles away) and offers several restaurants, tea rooms and shops
• Towns of Chipping Campden, Moreton-in-Marsh and Stow-on-the-Wold are all a short drive away with wonderful restaurants and pubs
• Stratford-upon-Avon (a little farther away) with the Royal Shakespeare Theatre
• Cotswold Way in Chipping Campden offers plenty of footpaths for walkers
• For sports lovers there are several golf courses closeby, National Hunt Racing at Cheltenham, Cricket at Worcester and Polo at Cirencester Park

Price: lowest price from £2095

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20. The Manor House

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Bisley, Stroud, Cotswolds (CO268)
Sleeps: 14
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 6
About the property: This is a stunning 16th century Manor house with original features like an inglenook fireplace and mullioned windows. The gardens have a swimming pool and are maintained all year round. It is perfect for a break away  in the Cotswolds for a reunion with family, friends, gatherings and celebrations.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Hallway
• Fully fitted kitchen/breakfast room (seating for 16)
• Dining room
• Drawing room with inglenook fireplace
• Sitting room
• Utility room and wc

First floor:

• Master bedroom with 6’ bed and en-suite
• Bedroom with 6’ bed and en-suite
• Bedroom with twin 3’ beds
• Bedroom with 4’6 bed
• Bedroom with a 4’6 bed and en-suite
• Bedroom with 5’ bed and an en-suite
• Family bathroom

Second floor:

• Bedroom with twin 3’ beds and en-suite

Outside property:

• Lawns and gardens with outdoor dining terrace with seating for 16
• Outdoor swimming pool with changing rooms

About the location:The property provides breathtaking views into the surrounding countryside. This is also the perfect place for walking, cycling and horseback riding. Also, the Manor House is great at any season with the beautiful pool in the summer and the log fire in winter months.

House rules:

• Smoking not allowed
• Pets not allowed
• Minimum two night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Open fire
• Lawns and gardens with terrace
• Outdoor heated swimming pool with changing rooms (available May to September)
• Plenty of on-site parking

Additional features:

• Views across the Cotswold countryside.
• Property retains many of its original features from the 16th century.
• Inglenook fireplace.
• Four oven oil fired Aga, dishwasher, fridge/freezer, washing machine, tumble dryer.
• Multiple televisions.
• Garden furniture and barbecue.

Activities & things-to-do:

• Swimming
• Golfing
• Walking
• Gardens
• Shopping

Nearby attractions:

• The towns of Cirencester and Cheltenham Spa are both equidistant from the property. These towns have many shops, restaurants, pubs and cafes to enjoy.
• Two hours away from London.
• Sports lovers can enjoy a visit to Cirencester polo grounds or the world renowned Cheltenham racecourse.
• Golfing at Minchinhampton, Naunton or Painswick Golf Club.
• There are many stately homes and gardens such as Painswick Rococo Gardens, Woodchester Manor and Rodmarton Manor.

Price: lowest price from £2494

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21. White Willow Lodge

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Near Lechlade, Cotswolds (CO282)
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
About the property: This property is set on a stunning lake in the centre of the Cotswolds. This is a great property for time away with family or friends. There is complimentary use of the luxury spa and outdoor facilities included in your stay. There are sleeping arrangement for ten plus an additional bunk bed for two for children only.
There are lake views throughout the property across three floor. The interiors are warm and luxurious in a contemporary design. The property has been published in ‘25 Beautiful Homes’ magazine.
Guests have access to kayaks, bikes, fishing, sailing and rowing boats, zip wires, a luxury spa on the estate with 20 meter pool, sauna, spa and fully-equipped gym. In home catering and beauty treatments are also available.

Layout:

• Master suite 1 – sleeps two, King bed
• Bedroom 2 – sleep 2, King bed
• Bedroom 3 – sleeps 2, Super king or twin bed
• Bedroom 4 – sleeps 4, Super king or twin bed and bunk beds
• Bedroom 5 – sleeps 2, King bed

About the location: Situated in a 650 acre estate of ‘Lakes by Yoo’ near Cirencester and only 90 minutes from London.

House rules:

• No pets allowed
• Minimum stay two nights
• No stag or hen gatherings allowed

Key features & amenities:

• Log fire in sitting room and master suite
• Outdoor terrace overlooking lakes
• Onsite parking
• Wifi

Additional features:

• Concierge Menu available (fridge stocking, fire lighting and bike hire)
• Security on call 24/7 at gated entrance
• Catering with a range of chefs
• On site spa offering treatments (gym, heated pool, sauna, steam and hot tub)
• Nanny services available with qualified childcare professionals. The ‘Yoo’ kids club  encourages kids to take part in outdoor adventures such as Ben Fogle’s School of Wild.
• Kitchen equipment and a Nespresso machine
• Outdoor terraces on both ground and top floor with a barbecue
• Sky TV, DVD/Blue Ray player, Sonos system and board games
• Two double kayaks available when lakes are open
• Onsite tennis courts, fishing, boating and wild swimming within the estate

Activities & things-to-do:

• Tennis
• Fishing
• Boating
• Kayaking
• Swimming
• Walking
• Children’s camp/activities

Nearby attractions:

• Many wonderful pubs nearby like: The Swan at Southrop (within walking distance) and The Five Alls in Filkin.
• Many waterways including the Thames, Avon and Severn run through the region. The Coln and Leach join the Thames at Lechlade, making the town a favourite mooring place for narrow boats and a hub for cruises. Also, there are opportunities to tour up-river on a Thames Launch or charter your own boat for the day.
• Lechlade, a market town that is home to a music festival and churchyard that inspired Shelley
• Burford, a medieval town that has been featured in Forbes list of Europe’s loveliest places to live
• Filkins, part of the estate of Sir Stafford Cripps
• Southrop with a beautiful 12th century church
• Lots of walking and hiking available with 3,000 miles of public footpaths. You can spend a few days walking the length of the Gloucestershire Way (100 miles from Forest of Dean to Tewkesbury Abbey)
• Daylesford Organics with handmade cheeses, pastries, breads and local produce
• Coln Valley Smokery in Northleach
• Benson’s Farm, delivers organic apple juice
• Cheltenham Festival, The Gold Cup (March)
• Cotswold Wildlife Park to get up close to the rhinos, camels, lions and more.

Price: lowest price from £1220

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22. August House

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Hampnett, near Northleach, Cotswolds (CO300)
Sleeps: 12
Bedrooms: 7
Bathrooms: 7
About the property: Built in 1872, August house was originally the village rectory but has been transformed into a modern home. This unique property is based in one of the Cotswolds most picturesque hamlets and perfect for family holidays away.
August House is spacious and perfect for family and friends to gather together. The ground floor offers a large kitchen/ breakfast room, family room, two sitting rooms, dining room and also a children’s playroom. Upstairs the bedrooms are decorated with double beds and en-suite bathrooms.
About the location: This property is located on the edge of Hampnett and is surrounded by countryside. There are six acres of landscaped parkland to explore and large gardens with formal lawns and box hedges. Also, an outdoor swimming pool is available in the summer months.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Suitable for children under 5
• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum of two night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Kitchen, three reception rooms and dining room.
• Heated outdoor swimming pool opened daily (June to August)
• Six acres of private landscaped gardens, parkland and picturesque lake.
• Plenty of on-site parking.
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Antique furniture throughout
• One bedroom with en-suite bathroom on the ground floor.
• Children’s playroom with toys and games
• Gas range cooker, fridge with small freezer compartment, two dishwashers.
• Televisions with Freeview in playroom, snug and kitchen.
• Bose iPod docking station and Roberts radio.
• Cooking and baking can be arranged prior (additional charge)

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Swimming
• Walking
• Gardens
• Climbing
• Historic houses
• Racecourse
• Zoo
• Spas

Nearby attractions:

• Northleach is only a mile away and includes a convenience store, butcher and post office
• Burton-on-the-Water (10 minutes drive away) and Stow-on-the-Wold (15 minutes drive) have larger supermarkets and shops
• Nearby villages include Bourton-on-the-Water, Lower Slaughter, Burford, Stow-on-the-Wold and Cirencester
• Cotswold Wildlife Park and Gardens is perfect for a day out
• Crocodiles of the World, the UK’s only crocodile zoo
• Far Peak Climbing, a climbing facility at nearby Northleach (all ages and abilities welcome)
• Historic spa town of Cheltenham, only 10 miles away and known for festivals (literary, music and food) and famous racecourse
• Blenheim Palace, historic house and gardens open year round and perfect for walks with friends and family
• Gardens at Snowshill, Kiftsgate, Sezincote, Batsford and Hidcote (within an hour’s drive)
• Rail services run to Kingham railway station. There is a direct service from London Paddington (one and a half hours).

Price: lowest price from £2233

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23. Barnhouse

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Near Lechlade, Cotswolds (CO290)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 7 (5 are en-suite)
About the property: The Barnhouse was designed by Kate Moss and pricing includes the services of a butler during your stay. This is a gated community where you receive the ultimate rural retreat. This is a five bedroom, seven bathroom barn that is tucked away in the woods with panoramic windows across Bowmoor lake.

Layout:

• Master suite: sleeps 2, emperor bed
• Bedroom 1: sleeps 2, super king bed
• Bedroom 2: sleeps 2, super king bed
• Bedroom 3: sleeps 2, twin beds
• Bedroom 4: sleeps 2, super king bed

About the location: The property is located on Cotswold Water Park and is a great spot for exploring the local area. The Barnhouse is on a private estate on 650 acres of idyllic Cotswolds countryside. You are only 15 minutes from Cirencester, 30 minutes from Cheltenham Racecourse and 90 minutes from London.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Ask about pets
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum stay of two nights

Key features & amenities:

• Price includes butler services
• Five bedrooms with one master suite with art deco four poster bed and balcony
• Log fire in the sitting room
• Private outdoor heated pool
• Playroom
• Large secluded garden
• Parking available on property
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Concierge Menu available (fridge stocking, fire lighting and bike hire)
• Security on call 24/7 at gated entrance
• Catering available
• On site spa offering treatments (gym, heated pool, sauna, steam and hot tub)
• Nanny services available
• ‘Yoo’ kids club available
• Kitchen equipment and a Nespresso machine
• Outdoor terraces on ground and top floor with barbecue
• Sky TV, DVD/Blu Ray player, Sonos system and board games
• Two double kayaks available when lakes are open
• Onsite tennis courts, boating, fishing and wild swimming all on the estate

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Fishing
• Walking
• Golfing
• Tennis
• Boating
• Kayaking
• Spa facilities
• Swimming

Nearby attractions:

• The Five Alls in Filkin and The Swan at Southrop (both excellent nearby pubs)
• Many local waterways offering boating and cruise opportunities. The Thames, Avon and Severn run through the region and the Coln and Leach join the Thames at Lechlade.
• Lechlade, home to music festival and churchyard that inspired Shelley
• Burford, medieval town named one of Europe’s loveliest places to live by Forbes
• Filkins, part of the estate of Sir Stafford Cripps
• Many walking opportunities with the Gloucestershire Way offering 100 miles from Forest of Dean to Tewkesbury Abbey
• Cotswold Wildlife Park
• Cheltenham Festival, The Gold Cup (March)
• Daylesford Organics offering fresh produce

Price: lowest price from £4530

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24. Forthampton Court

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Tewkesbury, Cotswolds (CO186)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 6
About the property: Forthampton Court is a modernised and spacious self-contained wing of a Grade II listed manor house. The property has been redecorated to a high standard and is furnished throughout with decorative prints and antique furniture.
Property history: Some parts of the house date as far back as the 15th century. This includes the Medieval Great Hall built by the Abbots of Benedictine monastery at Tewksbury. Henry VIII and Anne Boleyn were also believed to have stayed at the property in July 1535. The wing was added around 1890 by Philip Webb, the Arts and Crafts architect.
Layout:

Ground floor:

• Entrance lobby with wc and utility room leading to a staircase hall, adjoins oak-panelled drawing room with open fire
• External door leading to the rose garden from drawing room
• Dining room and breakfast kitchen

First floor:

• Master bedroom with a 6’ bed, simulated coal gas fire and en-suite bathroom (roll-top bath and separate shower)
• Double bedroom with a 5;6 bed, simulated coal gas fire and en-suite bathroom with shower over bath.
• Double bedroom with a 6’ zip and link bed (can convert to two 3’ singles upon request) and en-suite shower room)

Second floor:

• Double bedroom with 5’6’’ bed and en-suite bathroom with separate shower
• Twin bedroom with 3’6’’ beds and an adjoining wc and wash basin

About the location: The property is close to the west bank of the River Severn on the Gloucestershire/Worcestershire border.

House rules:

• Children over 12 years are welcome
• A dog is welcome
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Open fireplace
• Aga
• Rose garden (fully enclosed, private walled, brick paved)
• Parking space for one car outside the front door and more space in adjoining garage yard
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Drawing room with oak panels
• Catering can been arranged (please give notice)
• Open fire in the drawing room
• Gas “coal-effect” fires in first two floor bedrooms
• Four oven Aga with two hot plates and a four ring gas hob attached, microwave, huge fridge/freezer, two dishwashers, washing machine, tumble dryer
• TV with DVD player
• Garden furniture and barbecue

Activities & things-to-do:

• Golfing
• Walking
• Boating
• Horse riding

Nearby attractions:

• The Lower Lode pub is only a half a mile walk away. There are lots of other pubs only a short drive away.
• Tewkesbury, the medieval town is only a few miles away with restaurants, pubs and shops.
• Cheltenham (12 miles away) offers literary and music festivals as well as a famous racecourse
• Gloucester and Worcester offer museums and cathedrals (25 minutes away)
• Malvern Hills and Bredon Hill provides walking opportunities
• 18-hole golf course at Puckrup (6 miles) and Tewkesbury Park (5 miles).
• Boating on the Severn and Avon at Tewkesbury
• Riding can be arranged locally
• Historic houses: Eastnor Castle near Ledbury and Sudeley Castle near Winchcombe
• Gardens of Kiftsgate and Hidcote

Price: lowest price from £1119

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25. Lower Farmhouse

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Todenham, Moreton-in-Marsh, Cotswolds (CO216)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 5
About the property: This is a 19th century stone holiday farmhouse and is a Cotswolds self-catering property with five bedrooms, all en-suite. There is also a large Inglenook fireplace with a wood burning stove and exposed beams. Also, a beautiful garden for spending times with friends and family, cooking on the barbecue or relaxing over a glass of wine.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Contemporary kitchen with aga
• Separate electric hob and oven
• Utility room
• Dining room

First floor:

• One step down to the landing area
• Two steps down into the two twin bedrooms each with 3’ zip and link beds (can convert to 6’ doubles upon request) and each with en-suite shower room
• Double bedroom with a 6’ zip and link bed (can convert into two 3’ singles upon request with en-suite walk in shower)
• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed and an en suite-bathroom with shower over bath

Second floor:

• Double bedroom with a 6’ zip and link bed (two 3’ singles upon request) and bathroom with shower over the bath

About the location: Lower Farmhouse is located on Todenham Manor, a working farm just outside Moreton-in-Marsh.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Suitable for children under five
• Smoking not allowed
• Pets not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Inglenook fireplace with wood burning stove
• Aga
• Certain areas around the house are restricted since the property is situated on a working farm with livestock
• South facing garden with patio area
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Todenham Manor farm can deliver a box of fresh meat to your cottage
• Underfloor heating in parts of the cottage
• Oil-fired aga, electric hob and oven, microwave. Fridge, fridge/freezer in the utility room, dishwasher, washing machine.
• Flatscreen TV, and TVs in all bedrooms, Freeview, CD player, DVD player and iPod dock.
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request)
• Fixed stair gate on first floor
• Garden furniture and barbecue

Activities & things-to-do:

• Cycling
• Walking
• Gardens
• Restaurants
• Golfing
• Racecourse

Nearby attractions:

Price: lowest price from £1029

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26. Bellhouse

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Near Nympsfield, Cotswolds (CO229)
Sleeps: 8
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 3
About the property: Bellhouse is a spacious house with lots of character, situated in a  quiet setting with lots of opportunities for long walks in the country. Bellhouse is the south-west wing of Woodchester Park House, a Grade II listed building. The property has private gardens and a patio area provides a great place for a meal with friends. The large lawn is surrounded by mature trees and great for children to play.
Property history: This property dates back to the 1860’s and retains many of its original features.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Stone flagged entrance halls
• Fully fitted kitchen
• Larder and laundry room
• Large dining and sitting rooms (both with wood burning stove)
• Twin bedroom with 2 x 3’ beds
• Bathroom with bath and separate shower

First floor:

• Large double bedroom with 5’ bed and en-suite bathroom
• Large double bedroom with 6’ bed which can be made into twin beds upon request
• Smaller bedroom with two 3’ beds
• Bathroom with bath and separate shower

About the location: The garden and woodland boundary Woodchester Park, which is owned by the National Trust. From the house, it is possible to walk for miles without crossing a road or seeing a car. There is plenty of wildlife with five lakes running through the Park and the Cotswold Way passing nearby.

House rules:

• No pets allowed
• No smoking allowed
• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Minimum two night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stoves in both sitting room and dining room
• Access to gardens and parkland
• Two ponds on the grounds (child supervision required)
• On-site parking
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Grade II listed building with terrace and walled courtyard garden
• Lots of wildlife
• Electric cooker, microwave, fridge, freezer, dishwasher and washing machine
• Satellite TV and DVD player
• Two travel cots and two high chairs (available on request)

Activities & things-to-do:

• Golfing
• Walking
• Racecourse
• Swimming
• Bridwatching
• Cycling

Nearby attractions:

Price: lowest price from £747

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27. Hunter Court

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Clanfield, Oxfordshire, Cotswolds (CO215)
Sleeps: 8
Please note: Hunter Cottage is also within the grounds and offers additional accommodation for two guests.
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 1
About the property: This is a luxury Cotswold holiday house set in the village of Clanfield. The property offers a lot of space and is tastefully decorated with a homely feel. There are five acres of property with two fields (often with sheep) and a half an acre of walled garden.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Large kitchen with separate garden room for dining and sitting
• Family room off the kitchen
• Utility room
• Cloakroom with wc
• Large sitting room, dining room, conservatory, office

First floor:

• Master bedroom with a 6’ bed an en-suite bathroom with walk-in shower
• Double bedroom with a 6’ bed (can convert to two 3’ singles upon request) and an en-suite shower room
• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed
• Double bedroom with a 5’ bed
• Family bathroom with walk in shower
• Single bedroom with a 4’6’’ bed and en-suite shower room.

About the location: Hunter Court is only a two minute walk from 17th century pubs offering excellent food and roaring log fires (The Clanfield Tavern and The Plough Inn). The neighboring village of Bampton offers a supermarket, butchers, art gallery and a few pubs.

This is a great location for an outdoor break in Oxfordshire since there are plenty of walking, cycling, fishing and boating (Thames is only two miles away) opportunities. Burford is eight miles away, Cirencester 18 miles, Oxford 21 miles and Heathrow Airport one hour and ten minutes.

House rules:

• Children over 10 years are welcome
• Baby under six months is welcome
• Pets are not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Open fireplace in the sitting room
• Wood burning stove in the family room
• Attractive, walled garden (half an acre with feature pond and trees)
• Parking for three vehicles
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Garden furniture and barbecue (available between April and October)
• Gas hob, electric oven, multi-functional microwave, fridge/freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• Television with Sky
• Two fields (with sheep)
• Two minutes walk from pub with great food and open fires
• Conservatory and office
• Catering available upon request

Activities & things-to-do:

• Walking
• Cycling
• Fishing
• Boating
• Golfing

Nearby attractions:

• Clanfield, great for walking cycling, fishing and boating
• Roadcot, offers one of the oldest crossing points over the River Thames
• Burford (eight miles away), Oxford (21 miles) and Cirencester (18 miles)
• Heathrow Airport, one hour and 10 minutes
• Nearest railway station is Hanborough (13 miles) with Oxford (21 miles), Didcot (22 miles) and Swindon (17 miles)

Price: lowest price from £966

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28. Furlong Barn

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Furlong Barn, Itchington, Southam, WarwickshireSitting room at Furlong Barn in Warwickshire

Long Itchington, Southam, Warwickshire (CO244)
Sleeps: 7
Bedrooms: 4
Bathrooms: 1
About the property: Furlong Barn is a beautiful property that is situated in a secluded location and offers views across Warwickshire farmland. This property has been stylishly renovated and there is a great attention to detail in every room. The vaulted main bedroom, sitting room and dining kitchen offer exposed, limited timbers which are set off by oak or slate flooring.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Kitchen/ dining room
• Sitting room
• Double bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed and en-suite bedroom with separate shower
• Double bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed and en-suite shower room
• Both bedrooms have french windows that open out into the garden
• Shower room

Staircase to first floor:

• Twin bedroom with one 3’ bed and one 2’6’’ bed
• Separate staircase to further twin bedroom with 3’ beds and en-suite shower room

About the location: Furlong Barn is on the edge of the village of Long Itchington, offering a pond and village green within walking distance. The Buck and Bell pub is on the green with local beers and great food. Also, Hilltop Farm is only a short car ride away where there is a farm shop and restaurant.

House rules:

• Baby-friendly
• Kid-friendly
• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Property suitable for up to seven adults and one child
• Walled, gravelled courtyard with slate patio and lawned areas
• Parking (four vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Electric rangemaster, fridge/freezer, washer/dryer, dishwasher, microwave
• 46 inch smart television with Freeview. DVD player, CD player with iPod dock
• Travel cot, high chair and stair gate (available on request)
• Garden furniture and barbecue

Activities & things-to-do:

• Walking
• Cycling
• Silaing

Nearby attractions:

Price: lowest price from £947

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29. Ivy House & Reading Room

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Ivy House and Reading Room, Wetton, Near Ashbourne, DerbyshireGround floor kitchen at the Ivy House and Reading Room in Derbyshire

Wetton, Nr Ashbourne, Derbyshire (DE006)
Sleeps: 10 (Ivy House sleeps six and Reading Room sleeps four)
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 3
About the property: The Ivy House and Reading Room are adjacent semi-detached holiday cottages next to the church in the centre of the village of Wetton. The property has been refurbished to modern standard and still retains many of its original features, including its exposed beams.

Layout:

Ivy House ground floor:

• Sitting room with wood burning stove
• Dining room
• Kitchen
• Utility room

Ivy House first floor:

• Master bedroom with a 5’ poster bed
• Bedroom with 4’6” bed and an additional 3’ single bed (flexibility to use room as double ro twin) and an en-suite bathroom
• Small twin bedroom with 3’ beds
• Bathroom with a separate shower

Reading Room ground floor:

• Sitting room with open fire
• Kitchen with flagstone floor and dining table
• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds

Reading room first floor:

• Double bedroom with a 4’6” bed
• Bathroom with shower over the bath

About the location: These holiday cottages are located in Wetton and are tucked away deep in the Derbyshire Dales. The property is only 100 yards from the local village pub which serves excellent food, The Royal Oak.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Smoking not allowed
• Two well behaved dogs welcome (small fee)
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Wood burning stove and open fire
• Small, fully enclosed gardens
• Off street parking

Additional features:

Ivy House:

• Four poster bed
• Fridge, freezer, dishwasher, washing machine, tumble dryer
• TV, video, radio/cassette/CD. Payphone.
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request)
• Charcoal barbecue and garden furniture

Activities & things-to-do:

• Walking
• Sailing
• Canoeing
• Boating
• Fishing
• Cycling

Nearby attractions:

• Only a few minutes walk from the upper reaches of Dovedale and Manifold Valley in the Peak District National Park with many footpaths for walkers
• Many opportunities for sailing, windsurfing, canoeing, kayaking, mountain biking and power boating (can hire equipment from local companies)
• Haddon Hall, an English Tudor and country house
• Chatsworth House and its gardens
• Alton Towers
• Poole’s Cavern & Country Park
• The Heights of Abraham
• Rudyard’s Lake, where Rudyard Kipling’s parents met and named their son
• Blackbrook Zoo, with different species to admire

Price: lowest price from £1029

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30. Hillside Farm

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Hillside Farm, Littlebeck, Whitby, YorkshireGround floor sitting room at Hillside Farm in Yorkshire

Littlebeck, Whitby, Yorkshire (YO069)
Sleeps: 10
Bedrooms: 5
Bathrooms: 1
About the property: Hillside Farm is a detached farmhouse located in the heart of North Yorkshire Moors National Park. The property enjoys stunning views of the sea and Whitby, only a few miles away.

Layout:

Ground floor:

• Bespoke kitchen with aga and kitchen table
• Dining room, garden and utility room, boot room, wc, hall, TV room (wood burning stove)
• Double bedroom with 5’6” bed and en suite shower room
• Large beamed and galleried sitting room with wood burning stove

First floor:

• Master double bedroom with 6’ bed and an en suite bathroom
• Twin bedroom with 3’ beds
• Double bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed which can convert to singles on request
• Family bathroom with bath
• Double bedroom with 6’ zip and link bed which can convert to singles on request

About the location: Hillside Farm is two miles away from Sleights where there is a hotel and pub, both serving food. There is also a fish and chip restaurant, butcher/delicatessen, general store (open until 10pm) and a local bakery.

House rules:

• Kid-friendly
• Baby-friendly
• Pets not allowed
• Smoking not allowed
• Minimum three night stay

Key features & amenities:

• Two wood burning stoves
• Two tier garden with steps leading up to the lawned area
• Plenty of parking space
• Aga
• Access to property is steep (may not be suitable for low slung sports vehicles)
• WiFi

Additional features:

• Detached farmhouse set in centre of North York Moors National Park
• Views of the sea and Whitby
• Exposed beams
• Close to the beach
• Aga, electric hob and combination microwave/oven, fridge, freezer, dishwasher, tumble dryer, washing machine
• Two large flat screen TVs with Sky package, DVD player, CD player
• Travel cot and high chair (available on request)
• Outside furniture

Activities & things-to-do:

• Fishing (sea and river)
• Walking
• Cycling

Nearby attractions:

• River Esk (two miles away) most prolific sea trout rivers in England and the only salmon river between London and the Tees
• Salmon and sea trout fisher can be arranged with the owner (6th April to 31sts October)
• Coast to Coast and Cleveland Way paths offer amazing walking opportunities on nearby paths
• Whitby, Sandsend and Robin Hood’s Bay all nearby
• Dalby Forest offers mountain biking opportunities
• Grosmont
• North York Moors Railway
• Goathland

Price: lowest price from £713

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