Lying at the heart of Buckfastleigh, a town resting in Dartmoor National Park, Devon is Hope Cottage. This idyllic cottage boasts charming features such as textured whitewashed stone walls and a feature fireplace with woodburning stove, the cottage also sleeps up to two guests in one bedrooms and welcomes a well-behaved dog (with an outdoor tap on the rear patio for washing down muddy paws and coats after a day on the moors!), making it a wonderful setting for couples seeking a romantic retreat or a small family holidaying in Devon. After a busy day exploring, unwind in the spacious living/dining room, settle into the plush sofa and flick on the Smart TV, making the most of the fully equipped kitchen to prepare a well earnt meal. Enjoy eating together at the dining table and toast your getaway while the woodburning stove warms the room, creating a homely and welcoming ambience. The south facing rear patio provides a lovely setting to soak up the afternoon and evening sun, perfect with a good book and a glass of wine in hand. When the yawning begins, travel upstairs to find a double bedroom furnished with plenty of storage and serviced by a sleek shower room; be sure to get some well-earned rest here before another fun-filled day in Devon. Hope Cottage lies conveniently in the centre of Buckfastleigh, a charming market town home to some of the region's most popular attractions; the highlight is undoubtedly Buckfast Abbey, a beautiful monastery that is open to the public. Within the town centre, the Valiant Solider is a former pub locked in time and well worth a visit, showing a variety of exhibits. Nearby, Pennywell Farm is also a must-visit, with its wide range of animals and interactive exhibits or you could visit The River Dart Country Park is a great place for a leisurely walk. The South Devon Railway operating a period steam train on a regular basis from Buckfastleigh to Totnes and return is a unique experience, with time to explore Staverton and Totnes as stops along this route. Totnes offers you the opportunity to tour Totnes Castle, along with Dartington Hall Gardens, Leechwell Garden, and Totnes Museum and Archives. For those seeking more of a connection to nature, the 368m2 of Dartmoor National Park is on the doorstep, with countless walking and swimming opportunities to take advantage of. The town offers some wonderful pubs that offer quality dining with fantastic countryside or river views, including Furzeleigh Mill and The Abbey Inn with riverside dining, The Cott Inn is a fine example of a 17th century thatched pub in nearby Dartington. Hope Cottage is a wonderful setting for a romantic getaway or family break in Buckfastleigh, Devon
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