Entrance to the property is via a large lobby with washing machine and dryer pulley, freezer and with plenty of room for coats and boots. The rest of the ground floor comprises the fitted kitchen/breakfast room, the sitting room with wood-burner and a bathroom with shower and toilet.

A narrow staircase leads from the kitchen area up to the first floor, where there is a double bedroom with en-suite bathroom (comprised of bath//toilet/hand basin) plus a twin bedded room.  All the rooms are beautifully furnished with lovely views over the garden.

Bratton Mill Cottage is tucked away down a meandering private lane, which is shared with two further holiday properties. Each property has it’s own parking area and gardens, but they are not enclosed.

The kitchen is well-equipped and includes a ceramic hob, oven, microwave and fridge with freezer compartment, plus separate freezer in the lobby. Other kitchen equipment includes toaster, kettle, a selection of cookware and kitchen utensils plus beautiful china, glass and cutlery.

The television, DVD, and radio are all discreetly placed.

Wifi is available throughout the property.

An iron, ironing board and hair dryer are all provided for your convenience.

Please note, there is no mobile phone reception due to the location of the property.

Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Bratton Mill Cottage has central heating which will be programmed for you, yet can be adjusted to suit your preferences. There is also a wood-burning stove in the sitting room; some logs, kindling and matches will be provided in the cooler months to get you started. Further logs can be purchased locally if required.

Beautiful White Company bed linen, duvets, large fluffy towels are provided for your convenience, but please bring your own outdoor/beach towels.

Household sundries such as toilet rolls, washing-up liquid, tea towels will also be provided.

Tea, coffee and sugar will be provided. There may also be other non-perishable items like a salt, pepper and oil available.

There is a private lawn in front of Bratton Mill Cottage, bordered on one side by the stream. The garden is available for guests’ sole use, however please note that it is not enclosed. There is also outside table and chairs provided so you can make the most of this stunning location.

There is parking for two cars beside the cottage.

The property will be ready from 3pm on the day of your arrival. Please depart by 10 am on the last day of your stay. Please leave the property clean and tidy so that we can guarantee it will be ready on time for our next guests.

Bratton Mill Cottage is available for week-long bookings and short breaks.

The cottage is set on the western edge of Exmoor National Park within walking distance of the village of Bratton Fleming with which has a Village Store, Post Office, garage workshop and 2 churches. The larger town of Barnstaple is approx 8 miles, here you will find supermarkets and a variety of other shops.

There are many charming village pubs and restaurants to explore. The Fox & Goose at Parracombe and The Black Venus at Challacombe are particularly recommended.

Bratton Mill Cottage is part of Bratton Mill, which is set 28 tranquil acres of garden, woodland and undulating pastureland. This secluded wooded valley is rich with wildlife – red deer, buzzards, you may even catch a glimpse of a flash of the kingfisher, conferences of dragonflies and occasionally an otter or stoat. Enjoying riverside strolls or circular walks through outstanding countryside from the front door is a must.

Bratton Fleming is also close to the dramatic North Devon coast with beautiful sandy beaches and towering cliffs, the South West Coastal Path. RHS Rosemoor and Marwood Gardens, Arlington Court, Clovelly and Hartland Abbey are within comfortable driving distance.

Strictly no smoking.