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The Barn Lodge

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rates from: 707 GBP 864 EUR

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Bedrooms, Bathrooms and Shower Rooms in this property 1 Kingsize 1 Twin
Any PoolThere is a large indoor swimming pool suitable for the whole family, along with a sauna and outdoor hot tub for frazzled parents. Swimming lessons can be arranged at extra cost.
Visiting Spa TherapistThere's an onsite treatment room and massage and beauty therapy treatments can be pre-booked prior to arrival.
Games RoomEach cottage has a range of board games and DVDs for the whole family to enjoy.
Outdoor ToysThere is a shared outdoor play ground for tots to enjoy with picnic tables for supervising parents. There is also a large trampoline and pitch and putt course.
SpaThere is a beauty and treatment room onsite where massages etc can be arranged.
Indoor PlayThere is also an indoor play barn, with climbing frame and a children's play house ideal for if the british weather isn't behaving.
Coast Within 30 minutes driving distanceThere are a range of lovely sandy beaches within 10/15 minutes drive.
Amenities within Walking DistanceThe village of East Allington is within 1.5miles walk and boasts a respect and child friendly gastro pub in the form of the Fortescue Arms.
Additional Baby EquipmentCots, highchairs and stair gates are provided.
2+ Cots and HighchairsMultiple baby equipment is available.
BabysittingBabysitting can be arranged at extra cost.
Private ChefA private chef can be arranged at extra cost.
Meal DeliveryMeals created by a local chef can be pre-ordered for delivery. Prices from £2.95-£5.95 per course
Private GardenThe cottage has a wide decked balcony with dining furniture

Arrivals and Departures:

Check-in time: 14:30

Check-out time: 10:00

Payment:

Reservation Deposit: 25%

Balance: 56 days prior to arrival

Capacity:

Sleeps: 4 + Sleeping in Cots

The 45-acre Flear Estate is a picture-perfect country idyll with the added benefits of a host of the region's best beaches on the doorstep, an acclaimed, and child-friendly, gastro-pub within a pleasant mile or so's walk and an indoor pool and play area that has mini guests grinning from ear to ear come rain or shine.

Flear does family rejuvenation to a tee. Whether rambling through the woods, splashing about in the pool, messing about on the trampoline or soaking in the views from the luxurious outdoor hot tub, the hectic pace of 'normal' daily life seems to melt away within a day or two of arrival, and that's before sampling the pre-bookable beauty and massage therapies, or taking advantage of the local chef-made meal deliveries

The Barn at Flear is a charming and character filled lodge, which sleeps 4 + infants in 1 king and 1 twin bedroom. Set in acres of beautiful country side it benefits from stunning country views along with an endless list of child friendly facilities. The lodge is set apart from the other cottages at Flear andoffers guests a lovely sense of privacy, with its own veranda and private garden. The interiors have been thoughtful designed with comfort and warmth in mind; despite their size and open plan nature of theground floor the rooms retaina cosy atmosphere. The lounge area with wood burner and comfy soft furnishings is a great place to spend family nights in, whilst the well equipped kitchen/dining area offers parents apeace of mind that whilst they are cooking, they can keep an eye of the little ones.Upstairs there are the twobedrooms along with a spacious family bathroom (there is also a W/C on the ground floor).

Reviews Show Location Map The pretty market town of Kingsbridge is within 10 minutes drive of Flear Cottages and has a great range of pubs, shops and bistros. Highly recommended are the Old Bakery for its rustic chic, family friendly interiors excellent brunch and fabulous Paella nights (Weds) with fine dining on Fri and Sat. Also, the Treehouse for pizza. For a baby-sitting worthy night out try the art deco glamour of the Burgh Island hotel, the Oyster Shack in Salcombe, the Whitehouse in Chillington, Mitch Tonks' (of Fishworks fame) Seahorse or Michelin-star winner John Burton-Race's New Angel in Dartmouth. For chic cocktails and contemporary bistro-fayre try the waterside Wildfire Bistro at Dart Marina, or try its neighbour the Floating Bridge Pub for, reportedly, the best beer-battered fish and chips in Devon!

Kingsbridge is centrally located for exploring South Devon and ideal for those watching their carbon footprint since there's an excellent bus service and a ferry from the quay to the bustling yachting town of Salcombe which, along with some good restaurants (Captain Flint's is recommended for families) and boutiques, has a good beach.

For a spot of true indulgence try a half-day spa session at the small but very luxurious Dart Marina Spa and don't miss Pennywell Farm Park or Paignton Zoological Park, both of which appear to be very well run and have dedicated play areas for pre-schoolers. Blackpool Sands, Conde Nast Traveller readers’ top rated UK family beach, is also nearby and boasts a toddler sandpit area and a quality licensed beach cafe serving healthy organic kids meals, along with local wines and snacks for adults.

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Great property with excellent on-site facilities for the kids. Friendly staff wh...

Great property with excellent on-site facilities for the kids. Friendly staff who helpfully organised newspapers and put away our Tesco delivered shopping for us before we arrived! The only downside is that the farm felt quite isolated. We really needed to drive everywhere (and being at the bottom of a very steep hill, meant cycling was out!). Overall Rating; Excellent!

Owner Profile

Stephen and Teresa Dix parents of Georgina and Hannah and grandparents to Lily, Jack and "bump" (due July 2010) and owners of Flears beloved dartmoor ponies Gemma and Abbie own and manage Flear Country a beautiful 5 star 88 acre estate in the South Hams. Flear is a family run business for families looking to spend quality time with loved ones!

From the moment kids arrive they are enchanted by Flear Country, most are splashing about in the indoor pool within minutes of arriving!! There is a large indoor play barn equipped with large trampoline, wooden swing set and toys galore - perfect for a rainy day! There are acres of outdoor space for children to enjoy together with a Davis cup tennis court, picnic area and pitch and putt and a great BBQUE area which is perfect for balmy summer evening sausage sizzles following a day of building sandcastles on one of the local blue flag beaches! The resident Flear Dartmoor ponies - Gemma and Abbie are always more than happy to be fed a tasty tit-bit. Tennis lessons and swimming lessons can be arranged in advance with the Flear office. A selection of childrens DVD's are also available to rent when little legs just need some time to relax!