Parsonage House The South West

DEVON HEAVEN FOR A FAMILY GATHERING

Only birdsong and the breeze through the trees - and perhaps the ‘hellos’ of the resident donkey – fill the air in these four acres. With self-contained properties dotted round the grounds, it’s like your own peaceful village at Parsonage House. The Main House, a Georgian former rectory, sleeps 10, the self-contained Apartment in the house sleeps two plus two children, the Coach House sleeps two, and the Shepherd’s Hut sleeps two. They all have their own, delightful, outside seating areas, including a two-person hot tub at the Shepherd’s Hut.

Chat together as you gaze at the views, walk among the garden flowers, play tennis, or relax in the summer house. Sit with a book by the swimming lake and let the children play on the ground level trampoline or chase each other across the lawns. In the games barn, see who can win at pool and table tennis.

Watch it all from the long terrace, where there’s a dining area, firepit and a six-person cedar hot tub. A barbecue and pizza oven complete the outdoor life. Back inside, meals are a whizz in the well-equipped kitchen, which opens onto a pretty courtyard, and there’s room for everyone at the dining room table, where there’s also a piano. After dinner, throw a log on the wood burner in the sitting room and sink into sofas made for down-time.

In this peaceful idyll, surrounded by sheep and cows, rolling hills and big skies, Woolacombe Beach is a short drive away and Exmoor likewise. Walking, days on the beach, kicking back and doing nothing; whatever your heart’s desire - and if it’s different for everyone – Parsonage House makes it possible.

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What we think

Parsonage House is a gorgeous house in a gorgeous location. Being made up of several accommodation areas, each with their own facilities, it’s an especially perfect option for groups wanting to combine independence with socialising.

Mark, Big House Experience

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Highlights Grounds Kitchen and Dining Living Spaces Facilities Bedrooms Bathrooms All

Main House Terrace

Main House Dining Room

Main House Sitting Room

Games Barn

Main House Kitchen

Main House Master Bedroom

Swimming Lake

List of Bedrooms & Floor Plans (PDF)

What to Expect

We’ve tried to think about everything to make your stay at Parsonage House just perfect. In all of our big houses to rent, we provide all the essential features to cater for a large group. Here’s a list of all the practical provisions we have at the house. If there’s anything you can’t see here but need, just ask as we’ll see what we can do.

Welcome hamper
Luxury bed linen, bath towels and swimming/hot tub towels
Well-equipped country kitchen in the main house including traditional oven, separate electric oven, induction hob, large American style fridge freezer, dishwasher and Sage coffee machine
Separate kitchenettes in the apartment, coach house and shepherd’s hut
Dining room table in the main house that seats up to 16 guests (see FAQs below for details of other dining spaces)
Full fibre Wi-Fi
Sonos sound system in the main house
Five Smart TVs with Roku streaming (in the main house sitting room and snug, the shepherd’s hut, the coach house and apartment)
Log burner in the main house snug and open fire in the dining room (logs provided)
Two outdoor cedar hot tubs (main house seats 6-8 / shepherd’s hut seats 2)
In-ground trampoline
Natural swimming lake
Summerhouse with log burner (logs provided)
Hard surface tennis court
Games barn with table tennis, pool table and darts board (with studio space above)
Gas and charcoal BBQs (fuel provided)
Ooni pizza oven (gas provided)
Fire pit with seating (wood provided)
Outdoor table and benches
Three-acre garden and separate one-acre paddock
7kW EV charging point (no additional charge)

Location

Enjoying a tranquil rural setting amid the rolling hills of North Devon on the edge of Exmoor National Park and close to the North Devon coast.

House FAQs

What are the check in and check out times?

Check in is at 4pm on the day of your arrival and check out is at 10am.
How many cars can park at the property?

There is parking for 10+ cars at the property.
Are children welcome?

Children are very welcome at Parsonage House. Toys, bikes, a trampoline, highchairs, toddlers’ chairs and one travel cot are available. Please note, parents should supervise children at all times due to the swimming lake as well as the stream running through the grounds. There are also small drops as the property is on a hill (most are fenced off).
Are pets allowed?

Sorry, pets are not allowed at Parsonage House.
Are stag and hen parties allowed?

Sorry, Parsonage House is not suitable for hen or stag parties. We politely ask that this is respected.
How many guests can sit at the dining table?

The dining room table in the main house can seat up to 16 guests. There's also a kitchen table seating 8 guests. The apartment has a dining table seating 4. There is a small foldaway table for 2 guests in the coach house and a dining area for 2 guests in the shepherd's hut.
Can I arrange a supermarket delivery to the house?

Yes, you can order online with Sainsbury's, Tesco or Waitrose for a delivery direct to the house. We usually suggest booking a delivery for after 4pm on the day of arrival.
Can you recommend any local places to eat out?

Yes, we'd recommend the following pubs and restaurants, all within a short distance of the property:

The Pyne Arms, East Down

The Coach House at Kentisbury Grange Hotel, Kentisbury

The Black Venus Inn, Challacombe

The Oak Room, Lynton

The Exmoor Forest Inn, Simonsbath

The Fox and Goose Inn, Parracombe

The Hunters Inn, Newton Tracey
How far is the coach house and shepherd's hut from the main house?

The coach house is approximately 20 metres from the main house and the shepherd's hut is approximately 30 metres from the main house.
Are there animals at the property?

Parsonage House is located in the countryside and there are cows and sheep in the neighbouring fields. There are also various animals around the property including a donkey and ponies in the paddock plus free-roaming chickens, ducks, guinea fowl and turkeys.
What is the nearest train station?

The nearest train station is Barnstaple (11 miles).
What is the nearest airport?

The nearest airport is Exeter (50 miles).
Will you hold a damage deposit during our stay?

Yes, we ask to hold a cautionary deposit of £500 during your stay at Parsonage House. This is requested just two weeks prior to your stay, and is returned shortly after, assuming no damage to the property or its contents (see our Booking T&Cs for more information).
How do I book?

You can check availability and pricing and place your booking request online, or by calling our team on 01242 352 747.

When booking, we ask for a deposit of 33% of the total price, with the balance due 12 weeks prior to your stay (or the full balance when booking within 12 weeks of your stay).