Property Summary
The Pony Stalls, near Brompton Regis is a recently converted stone-built barn on a working farm in the Brendon Hills on Exmoor, just a stones throw from Wimbleball Lake which is within easy walking distance. Sleeping up to 6 guests in three rooms, it's well-suited to families.
Main Description
The Pony Stalls offers comfortable holiday accommodation for up to six guests, having been completely redeveloped from its former purpose as a farm building, now incorporating all modern conveniences. The open-plan downstairs offers flexible living space for guests to enjoy this wonderful location in the hills with stunning views of Wimbleball Lake.
The Pony Stalls has two bedrooms upstairs, each with en-suites. On the ground floor is a separate sitting room which can be used as a third bedroom, the sofa-bed can convert into a double for two guests (it's really comfy!) and this room also has an en-suite with shower. There are just two stone steps up to the front door.
Sleeps up to 6 guests
One king-size bedroom
One twin bedroom
One sofa-bed which can be a double bedroom or a separate lounge (on the ground level)
Open-plan living and dining area
Private garden with outside furniture
Wimbleball Lake on the doorstep with beautiful walks and water sports activities
Excellent access to Exmoor National Park
Bed linen and towels provided
Wifi, heating and electricity included
Arrive from 3.30 pm
Depart by 10.30 am
The Pony Stalls is a detached barn conversion, located on a working farm. The owners live nearby. Another building is presently being converted at the farm nearby to The Pony Stalls, this will be completed around spring 2024 (all internal work, no noise disruption expected).
A welcome hamper with homemade scones, clotted cream, locally made jam and milk will be ready for your arrival. Also, we will supply some tea, coffee, sugar, cooking oil etc. to get you started plus some pods for the Dolce Gusto Coffee machine will be available. The welcome hamper will be tailored for Christmas and special occasions.
*Security deposit*
A refundable security deposit of £100 is required when booking this property, to cover the cost of possible damage during your stay. £100 will be added to the total price of your booking (itemised separately on the booking invoice). All things being well, this security deposit will be returned shortly after your departure providing there is no damage to the property or its contents.
Indoor Description
The cottage is fitted with all new appliances and the kitchen is well-equipped with electric range cooker, fridge/freezer, microwave, toaster, kettle, dishwasher and a Dolce Gusto coffee machine with a selection of complementary pods to get you started. Also, there is a good supply of cookware, utensils, crockery, cutlery, and glassware.
The living area has a television and DVD player with Free sat, and Wi-Fi is available throughout the property at no extra cost. An iron and ironing board, and hairdryer are provided for your convenience.
There are also TV's in the lounge [with sofa bed] and in the main bedroom upstairs.
If you intend to use the sofa-bed, please make a note on your booking so that it will be prepared accordingly for you.
Electricity and heating costs are included in the price of your accommodation. Central heating is fitted throughout the property and there is underfloor heating on the ground floor with radiators upstairs.
Bed linen and towels are provided for your convenience. Please bring outdoor/beach towels if you wish to take them with you on day trips.
Outdoor Description
The Pony Stalls has a private garden with table and chairs provided. It's a lovely spot to relax and enjoy the view over the fields to Wimbleball Lake.
It is a beautiful and rural location, accessed via a quiet country road, which is used mainly by farm traffic and machinery, yet only 3 miles from a main road with easy access to the M5 at either Taunton or Tiverton within 40 minutes.
The owners live on the farm nearby.
Parking
There is ample parking on the drive beside the cottage for four (or more) cars.
Pets Description
Horses would be considered by separate negotiation.
Restricted mobility
This has not been completed by the owner.
Exit in case of emergency
This has not been completed by the owner.
Christmas / New Year
The cottage will be tastefully decorated for the festive season with a real Christmas tree. Mince pies and a chilled bottle of bubbly will be waiting for your arrival.
The region
The Pony Stalls is approx 1 mile from the village of Brompton Regis; a small, rural village in a quiet location on the eastern side of Exmoor National Park. It was once a market ‘town’ and one of the largest in the area, divided into Highertown and Lowertown. The parish extends from the Haddeo Valley up to the ridge of the Brendon Hills. It includes Wimbleball Lake, a reservoir which can store more than 21,000 megalitres of water and offers all kinds of water-based activities and the hamlets of Withiel Florey, Bury, Gupworthy and Hartford.
The community run village shop is located in the village hall, stocking essentials.
Dulverton is approx 5 miles from Brompton Regis and is known as the southern gateway to Exmoor. It's a pretty small town with a butcher, Post Office, fish & chip shop, greengrocer, late-opening supermarket, art gallery, hairdressers, guns and fishing tackle shop. There are also a number of quality boutiques, interesting gift shops plus a handful of lovely restaurants, tea rooms and pubs.
Wheddon Cross is around 6 miles away, and has a mini-supermarket with long opening hours, a petrol station and a village pub too. Dunkery Beacon (1704 feet above sea level) is about three miles further on from the village, there are fantastic panoramic views from Dunkery; wild moorland to the west, the Bristol Channel and Wales to the north, the rolling Brendon Hills to the east and the Quarme Valley to the south. In recent years Wheddon Cross has become famous for the abundance of snowdrops in the nearby valley which has become known as 'Snowdrop Valley'. The snowdrops bloom around February and a park and ride system operates from the village to enable visitors easy access to the "carpet of snowdrops".
