Thatched Dartmoor Cottage | Sleeps 6 | Log Burner

Ivy Cottage is our beautiful thatched cottage in Ilsington, Dartmoor. Three bedrooms (sleeping 6), and a log burner that earns its keep when the weather turns. Wet boots by the door, logs on the fire, and Netflix if you don't want to go out! Dartmoor is right there — Haytor, the ponies, a good long walk and a cream tea! Ilsington is a small and quiet village. The village pub closes 26 September; others around Haytor and Bovey Tracey. Parking available outside the cottage! The space What our guests have told us they loved: -Brand new stylish and cosy renovation of an 18th century thatched cottage -5 star cleanliness -Perfect Dartmoor village location, 1 minute walk to traditional country village pub, 2 minutes walk to well stocked village shop. -The village shop is open everyday. -Situated right next to St Michaels, a 15th century historic village church with an old church bell that chimes every hour, and a fascinating church graveyard. On Wednesday evenings and Sunday mornings you will be treated to the full church bells, as the village ringers will up in the bell tower. You would be very welcome to join Sunday church service. -Log burner. (NB During extremely hot weather or prolonged periods of dry summer weather, the log burner should not be used for thatched roof fire safety) -Bespoke cottage guide that we have written ourselves. It has all of our favourite local places to visit, and eat and drink. -Brita water filter -65'' TV with Netflix and Prime Video for movie night -Alexa Smart speakers with unlimited song library, just ask them to play whatever you want -Relaxing rolltop bath -Nook bed with TV and Netflix for the kids -6 pairs of welly boots available for country walks -Large selection of fiction/non-fiction, board games and walking guides -Mothercare high chair and Graco travel cot (we don't provide travel cot sheets/infant bedding) -Washing machine, tumble drier + dishwasher We have completely renovated and restored our beloved cottage. The cottage can accommodate up to 6 people. Upstairs there are 3 bedrooms (1 King Bed, 1 Double Bed, 2 Single Beds). One of the single beds in the twin room is a cool little raised hideaway bed. This nook is equipped with a TV, with Netflix + Prime Video to keep the little ones happy. The bathroom features a large shower, delightful roll top bath, and handy anti-fog mirror. Downstairs there is a stylish log burner. The cottage has full central heating. There is a large 65’’ TV in the lounge with Netflix + Prime Video for watching your favourite movie in front of the fire. Additionally there is a TV in the dining room should you wish to catch up on the news with your morning coffee. The kitchen is well equipped with a Fridge/Freezer, Microwave, Toaster, Kettle, Induction Hob and Oven. For those rainy days there is a huge library of books on the local area. We also have a lot of fiction/non-fiction books, and a great collection of board games. Other things to note Ilsington is a beautiful village, and incredible location for exploring Dartmoor National Park and South Devon! We are located a convenient 30 minutes drive from the city of Exeter. If you have a wedding or graduation in Exeter, please do not make a reservation with us, and then rate us 4 stars for location (yes, this has happened!).