We took over our self catering cottages five years ago and we’re still discovering the wealth of interesting things to do and see in this part of the South West.We’re in the Blackdown Hills, which live up to their status as an Area of Outstanding Natural Beauty – miles of unspoilt countryside that straddle parts of East Devon and Somerset.
We’re on the Devon side of things and although the A30 is just a short drive away, and is a means of getting to and from many attractions, there really is no need to go that far.
From our cottages you can walk down quiet lanes bursting with wild flowers – spot the first primroses, marvel at the bluebells that grow so thickly and abundantly on the Devon banks that from the air they must look like ribbons weaving about the green fields.
In summer the hedges have fragrant honeysuckles and wild roses to scent the air and in autumn the blackberries are there for the picking. Jack Frost creates his magic in the winter so at every season there is something to marvel at.
The gently undulating hills around us are dotted with dairy farms and skies and hedges filled with many different birds. It is truly a haven for those who appreciate the natural life.
However ….a short car journey will take you out of the Blackdown Hills and to the Jurassic Coastline to hunt for fossils, to Sidmouth to visit the Donkey Sanctuary and to the pretty seaside villages of Beer and Budleigh Salterton. Exeter with its magnificent cathedral and history begs to be explored as do English Heritage and National Trust properties.
You can play golf, fish and ride, discover the joys of a tram ride between Colyton and Seaton, bird watch, walk, take a boat ride, have fun at Peccorama, Escot and Creeley.
There is something of everyone whatever your interests, whatever your age and whatever the time of year.Ah, yes! there’s the local, freshly produced food from the land and sea – you’ll find it at farm shops, markets, individual shops where food is the owners’ passion, in pubs and restaurants. And of course you will need a home from home to enjoy all this and we would like to welcome you to Twistgates Farm Cottages, three delightful cottages that offer quality and character, warmth and comfort.
Relax at the end of the day on your patio in the summer and in front of a roaring log burner in the winter.
Suzanne Gray - Twistgate Farm Cottages©
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